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Robert F. Koesters

Birth	:	29 Jul 1868 Germany
Death	:	27 Apr 1962 Harlan, Shelby County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Joseph Cemetery, Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.7797012, -95.4207993
Description	:	ROBERT KOESTERS To take from Shelby county, Iowa, the farmers who are of German birth or parentage would be to remove a large proportion of the most substantial agriculturists of the county. It is safe to say that the German citizens of Shelby county have been largely responsible for the material prosperity which has come to several of the townships in the county. These farmers have given their adopted country an unswerving allegiance and have participated in the affairs of government in a way which has made them genuine American citizens. Among the many German farmers of Shelby county,... Read More	ROBERT KOESTERS To take from Shelby county, Iowa, the farmers who are of German birth or parentage would be to remove a large proportion of the most substantial agriculturists of the county. It is safe to say that the German citizens of Shelby county have been largely responsible for the material prosperity which has come to several of the townships in the county. These farmers have given their adopted country an unswerving allegiance and have participated in the affairs of government in a way which has made them genuine American citizens. Among the many German farmers of Shelby county, mention of Robert Koesters, a prosperous farmer of Grove township, seems eminently proper in a biographical work of this character. Robert Koesters, the son of Joseph and Regetta (Schulte) Koesters, was born in Germany July 29, 1868. His father made a trip to America in 1878 and located in Earling, this county, but only remained in this county six months. He then returned to Germany and lived in his native land for the next eight years. In 1886 he returned to Earling, Iowa, with his family and has since made this place his home. However, he has crossed the Atlantic no less than five times during the past few years. Eight children have been born to Joseph Koesters and wife: Casper, Anton, John, Robert, Joseph, Richard, Hubert and Fredericka. Robert Koesters received all of his education in the schools of his native land and came with his father to Earling, Iowa, in 1886. He worked as a farm hand for ten years and then rented a farm in Grove township and began farming for himself. He purchased his first farm in Grove township in 1900, securing one hundred and seven acres of land for twenty-five dollars an acre. Later he sold this farm and bought the farm of one hundred and ninety-nine acres in the same township, on which he is now living. He has placed extensive improvements, upon this land since acquiring it and by a judicious system of crop rotation and scientific fertilizing has brought his farm to a high state of productivity. Mr. Koesters was married in October, 1903, to Thresia Schneider, who was born in Detroit, Michigan, and to this union have been born seven children: Valeria, Gebrella, Norbert, Richard, Antionette, Frank and Louis. The father of Mrs. Koesters is deceased, while her mother is making her home with her children. Mr. Koesters and his family are loyal members of the Catholic church and are generous contributors to its support. He is a Democrat, but has never been active in political matters, although he is interested in everything pertaining to the civic welfare of his community. Source: 1915 Past and Present of Shelby County, Iowa, pp. 1502 - 1503 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ LIFE STORY OF ROBERT KOESTERS, 93 Robert F. Koesters, the son of Josef and Brigitta (Schulte) Koesters, was born July 29, 1868 in Germany. He came to the United States at the age of 18 and settled in this community. He was married in 1903 to Theresa Schneider of Detroit, Michigan, at St. Joseph's church, Earling, with the Rev. Joseph Hummert officiating. They settled on a farm west of town where they raised their family and lived until 17 years ago, when they bought their home in town and retired. His wife preceded him in death July 13, 1955. About two years ago, failing health caused him to move back to the farm with his son and daughter, Art and Nettie. April 17, he suffered a stroke and was taken to the Harlan hospital where he died Friday, April 27, 1962, at the age of 93 years, 8 months and 28 days. Mr. Koesters was the second oldest member of St. Joseph's parish. He was an ardent member of the Holy Name Society. Surviving are his 9 children, five sons and four daughters, all residing in Earling; Mrs. Gabriella Weis, Mrs. Leonard (Valeria) Erlbacher, Norbert, Antoinette, Richard, Frank, Louis, Art and Mrs. Leander "Jim" (Betty) Blum; 35 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by 2 grandchildren; 6 brothers and one sister; Richard, Casper, John, Tony, Hubert, Joseph and Mrs. Fredericka Schnuettgen. Funeral services were held Monday, April 30, at St. Joseph's church, Earling, with Rt. Rev. Msgr. Peter A. Bissen celebrant of the Solemn Requiem High Mass. The Rev. Edgar Wortman of Hooper, Nebraska, grandnephew of the deceased, was Deacon, and the Rev. James Kleffman, Sub-Deacon. Burial was in St. Joseph's cemetery, Earling. Pallbearers were five grandsons and a neighbor; Donald and Richard Erlbacher, Cletus and Robert Weis, Robert Koesters and Louis Kaufman. From The Harlan Tribune (Harlan, Iowa) – Thursday 10 May 1962

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Robert F. Koesters's memorial is located at: Saint Joseph Cemetery, Earling, Shelby County, USA.
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Robert F. Koesters death on 27 Apr 1962 in Harlan, Shelby County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.7797012
Longitude: -95.4207993

Family Members:

Parent

Josef Koesters

(1827 - 1917)

Brigitta Schulte Koesters

(1836 - 1897)

Spouse

Theresa Schneider Koesters

(1874 - 1955)

Siblings

Anton Franz Koesters

(1861 - 1938)

Children

Gabriella Mary Koesters Weis

(1904 - 1984)

Valeria Mary Koesters Erlbacher

(1904 - 1999)

Norbert Anthony Koesters

(1905 - 1994)

Antoinette Rose “Nettie” Koesters

(1907 - 1987)

Richard Adrian Koesters

(1909 - 1992)

Frank T. Koesters

(1911 - 1986)

Louis Casper Koesters

(1913 - 2007)

Arthur J. Koesters

(1914 - 1982)

Elizabeth Adelaide “Betty” Koesters Blum

(1917 - 2005)

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Coordinate: 41.6519012, -95.5233002

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