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Theodore Langel

Birth	:	11 Nov 1857 Luxemburg, Dubuque County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	22 Jan 1938 Plymouth County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Kerkhof NH Vaste Burchtker, Wijckel, De Fryske Marren Municipality, Netherlands
Coordinate	:	52.8889630, 5.6246630
Description	:	Le Mars Globe Post, IA, Monday, January 24, 1938, pg. 1, col. 3; pg. 2, col. 4 PIONEER SETTLER DIED SATURDAY Theo. Langel Passed Away At His Home Following Short Sickness The universal affection and esteem in which the late Theo Langel was held, was explained by an old neighbor as being the result of Mr. Langel's willingness to make personal sacrifices to help his friends, and never looking for credit. It was recalled that when there was an epidemic of very virulent diptheria in the 80's, causing numerous deaths, it was often impossible to get an... Read More	Le Mars Globe Post, IA, Monday, January 24, 1938, pg. 1, col. 3; pg. 2, col. 4 PIONEER SETTLER DIED SATURDAY Theo. Langel Passed Away At His Home Following Short Sickness The universal affection and esteem in which the late Theo Langel was held, was explained by an old neighbor as being the result of Mr. Langel's willingness to make personal sacrifices to help his friends, and never looking for credit. It was recalled that when there was an epidemic of very virulent diptheria in the 80's, causing numerous deaths, it was often impossible to get an undertaker, and the stricken families had to get along as well as they could by themselves. In this panicky time the Nick Feller family, neighbors of Mr. Langel, lost 3 children by the dread contagion. No one would go near the place, and they knew not where to turn for help. Mr. Langel, though he had children of his own, defied the disease. At night he brought three little coffins to the Feller home, and performed the merciful act of dressing the little victims for burial. Then he put the coffins in a wagon and took them to the cemetery, where he buried them. Mindful of his own children, Mr. Langel took all precautions then known. Before returning home, he undressed in the corncrib and thoroughly washed himself each time before returning home. None of his children contracted the disease, but those who heard of this simple heroism have never forgotten it. Theodore Langel, widely known pioneer settler in this community, passed away at his home, 129 6th Ave. S. E., Saturday following a brief sickness. Mr. Langel was stricken last Friday evening. He had been in excellent health prior to this time. Theodore Langel, the son of Adolph and Katherine Langel, (nee Schlithe), was born November 11, 1857, at Luxemburg, Ia. At the time of his passing he was 80 years, 2 months and 11 days of age. On February 17, 1885, he was united in marriage to Mary Ahlers, at Luxemburg, Iowa, by Father Oberbreckling. Immediately after his marriage he came to this community and settled in Elgin township. From there he moved to America township where he lived until he moved to LeMars eight years ago. Surviving are five daughters and three sons, Joe Langel, Frank and Mrs. Ed Ortmann, who are twins, Leo Langel, Mrs. Joe C. Rolfes, Thecla, Mrs. John Harpenau, Mrs. Ben Schraad, all living in this community. Deceased was predeceased in death by his wife, who died in August, 1915, and four children, Theodore, who died Jan. 17, 1936, Mary, who died Sept. 25, 1933, and William, who died Nov. 20, 1927, and Edward, who died in infancy. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9:30 o'clock from St. Joseph's Catholic church. The requiem high mass will be celebrated by Msgr. J. D. Fisch, with Msgr. W. A. Paper and Rev. Arnold Ahlers, of Marcus, assisting, and Rev. R. Nemmers, master of ceremonies. Interment will be made in St. Joseph's cemetery with Wiltgen's in charge of arrangements. +++ Le Mars Semi Weekly, IA, Tuesday, January 25, 1938, pg. 1, col. 3 Theodore Langel, Retired Farmer, Taken By Death Widely Known And Successful Stockman In This Community Many Years Owner Several Farms Died Within Few Hours After Suffering a Stoke Theodore Langel, 80, retired farmer and wealthy landowner, died Saturday night at his home, 129 Sixth avenue SE., in this city. Mr. Langel suffered a stroke Friday night and failed rapidly. His death came unexpectedly as he enjoyed excellent health all his life up to the time of the seizure. Mr. Langel was a native of Iowa and was born at Luxemburg, near Dyersville, November 11, 1857, where he attended school and engaged in farming. He was married to Mary Ahlers, February 17, 1885, at Luxemburg, Rev. Father Oberbreckling officiating. Immediately after their marriage they came to LeMars and settled on a farm in Elgin township and later moved to a farm in America township, where they lived until retirement eight years ago when he came to LeMars and established a comfortable home. Mr. Langel is survived by five daughters and three sons, Jos. Langel, Frank Langel, Mrs. Ed Ortmann, Leo Langel, Mrs. Jos. C. Rolfes, Mrs. John Harpenau, Mrs. Ben Schraad and Theckla Langel, all living in this vicinity. His wife preceded him in death in August, 1915, and four children have passed away, Theodore, who died January 17, 1936, Mary, September 26, 1933, William on March 20, 1927, and Edward, who died in infancy. Was Extensive Farmer Mr. Langel was widely known in the county as an extensive land owner and stock farmer. He became possessor of several hundred acres of land by judicious farming and good business management and owned several farms. He engaged in raising good cattle and hogs and conducted dairying operations. He was active in community affairs and served in township offices. He was director of the LeMars creamery when that institution flourished here a number of years ago and a director of the Farmers elevator company and in other organizations. He was a member of St. Joseph's church and its kindred societies. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 in St. Joseph Church, Msgr. J. D. Fisch officiating with Msgr. W. A. Pape, Rev. R. Nemmers and Rev. Arnold Ahlers of Granville, assisting.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Theodore Langel's memorial?
Theodore Langel's memorial is located at: Kerkhof NH Vaste Burchtker, Wijckel, De Fryske Marren Municipality, Netherlands.
When did Theodore Langel death?
Theodore Langel death on 22 Jan 1938 in Plymouth County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Theodore Langel's memorial?
Latitude: 52.8889630
Longitude: 5.6246630

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Mary Anna Ahlers Langel

(1865 - 1915)

Siblings

Henry Langel

(1859 - 1938)

Anna Langel Wegmann

(1861 - 1961)

Joseph Langel

(1864 - 1930)

Bernard “Barney” Langel

(1865 - 1943)

Elizabeth Catharina Langel Wegmann

(1869 - 1943)

Johannes Clemens “Clem” Langel

(1872 - 1940)

Children

Joseph Adolph Langel

(1887 - 1974)

Frank Henry Langel

(1889 - 1972)

Anna P Langel Ortmann

(1889 - 1973)

Mary B Langel Ortmann

(1891 - 1933)

William Langel

(1892 - 1927)

Leo Theodore Langel

(1894 - 1975)

Rose Catherine Langel Rolfes

(1896 - 1972)

Thecla Ann Langel

(1898 - 1958)

Edward Langel

(1903 - 1903)

Philomena A Langel Harpenau

(1905 - 1975)

Theodore Langel Jr.

(1907 - 1936)

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