Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - Ea-Ely

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Eagle, Henry L.

Man Found Dead. Supposed to Have Perished in the Storm on Monday Night.

Henry L. Eagle, in his 53d year, attended the vendue of Henry W. Moser, one mile east of Douglassville, on Monday February 29th, starting for his home near Rattlesnake Hill, Douglass Township, Berks County, in the evening. He did not reach there, causing much alarm to his family. On Tuesday morning his dead body was found lying in the road, by Miss Hettie Moser, teacher while on her way to Squirrel Hollow School.

It is supposed that Eagle died from exposure in the heavy snow, rain and hail storm, but he may have had an attack of heart failure or apoplexy. The man had been drinking freely of cider and it is said he was somewhat boozy when he left the sale.

Mrs. Eagle was a well known citizen, a shoemaker by trade, had been a boss P. and R. repairman; also formerly worked in Pottstown and helped to build Warwick Furnace. He owns a small property, about 8 acres, where he lived. He leaves a wife and nine children. Deceased is a brother of Mrs. Henry M. Bucher, a cousin of Isaac L., Hamilton D., John L., and others of the Eagle family in Pottstown; also an uncle of Officer Jacob D. Eagle.

Among the children of Mr. Eagle were Samuel Eagle and Mrs. Bertolette Weidner, of Pottstown; William W. Eagle and Mrs. Dora, wife of Columbus Yorgey, and Mrs. George Mauger, of Buchananville, and Maurice W. and George W. Eagle, of Douglass Township.

An inquest was held by D. B. Mauger, Esq., Tuesday afternoon. The jurors were Jeremiah Yocom, Jacob W. Moser, Sylvester C. Wolf, Jacob Rhoads, Howard Elliott and Charles Miller. A verdict was rendered in accordance with the facts above stated.

[Source: Montgomery County Ledger, March 8, 1892. Submitted by Betty.]

Earnest, Jesse

On the 5th instant, Jesse Earnest, in the 70th year of his age. The friends and relatives of the deceased are invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of his son, No. 1804 Crown street, Kensington, this (Thursday) morning, at 8 o'clock. To proceed to Boehm's Church Montgomery county.

[Source: Philadelphia Press, December 9, 1858, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]

Earnest, Louisa

On the 7th inst., Louisa Earnest, wife of Wm. Earnest, in the 33d year of her age. The friends and relatives of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her husband, Cresse street, above Thompson, on Thursday morning, at 9 o'clock. To proceed to Beam's Church, Montgomery county.

[Source: Philadelphia Press, February 9, 1859, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]

Eaton, Ira G.

Ira G. Eaton, an aged resident of Towamencin township, died Jan. 23, at the advanced age of 75 years. He had been in --- --- --- --- --- of age, was of about one week's duration. The funeral was held on Tuesday, Jan. 28; interment at the Towamencin Mennonite burying grounds. Deceased was born and raised in Montgomery township, and learned the wheelwright trade at Montgomeryville. He then moved to Kulpsville, where he followed his trade for many years. Subsequently he engaged in farming. His third wife survives him, and two children by his first wife, Jacob K. Eaton, of Franklinville, and Mrs. A.D. Johnson, of Lansdale.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 6, 1896, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]

Eberhart, William

Ebert, Horace M.

Ebert, John P.

Ebert, Sarah

Sarah Ebert, widow of Solomon Ebert died on Wednesday at her late residence on Beech Street east of Sheridan, after an illness of one week, from a severe attack of cramp, aged 75 years and 1 day. Deceased leaves two children, Amos H. Ebert and Mrs. Mary Yergey, both of Pottstown.

The Funeral Urn

The funeral of Sarah Ebert, aged 75 years, took place at 10 o'clock, last Saturday, from the late residence of deceased, Beech Street, east of Sheridan. The aged lady was a well known member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, and quite a number of relatives and friends attended the funeral services, which were conducted at the house of Rev. D. K. Kepner. The text was taken from Isaiah 63:16 – "Doubtless thou are our Father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledged us not: thou, O Lord art our Father, our redeemer: thy name if from everlasting." The remains were taken to Limerick for interment.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 15, 1890. Submitted by Betty.]

Eberts, John

Eck, Clement V.

Eckerd, Andrew

In this Borough, on the 23rd inst., Andrew Eckerd, aged 76 years, 7 months and 17 days.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 30, 1861. Submitted by Diana.]

Eckerd, John A.

Eckerd - In Pottstown on the 17th inst., John A Eckerd, age 30 years, 3 months and 27 days.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, September 22, 1885. Submitted by Diana.]

Eckerd, John A.

John A Eckerd, only son of John Eckerd, died on Thursday afternoon, between 2 and 3 oclock, at the residence of his father, No 212 High Street, this borough. He was in the 31st year of his age, unmarried, and had worked for a number of years at carpentring in the shop of his father. For about two years past he had been in failing health, his ailment finally developing itself as pulmonary affection. Deceased was a member of the Presbyterian church, and was a pious and exemplary young man. His death is a most sorrowful bereavement to his family, relatives and friends. His father and five sisters survive him. The funeral will take place on Tuesday next, at 2 p.m., to proceed to Edgewood cemetery for interment.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, September 22, 1885. Submitted by Diana.]

Eckerd, Mary

On the 31st, in this borough, Mary Eckerd, consort of the late Andrew Eckerd, in the 86th year of her age.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, August 6, 1861. Submitted by Diana.]

Eckerd, Sallie

Eckerd - At Pottstown, on the 13th inst., Mrs. Sallie Eckerd, wife of John Eckert, in the 68th year of her age.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 20, 1880. Submitted by Diana.]

Eckerd, Sallie

Mrs. Sallie Eckerd, wife of John Eckerd, a well-known citizen of Pottstown, died on Thursday, the 15th, in her 68th year. She had been a sufferer for some time from paralysis and general debility, and the paralytic attacks finally resulted in her death. Mrs. Eckerd was an estimable lady, and had been for some years a consistent member of the Trinity Reformed church, of this borough. She was the youngest and the only survivor of a family of sixteen children of Conrad Menor who at one time lived and carried on a pottery, in Pottsgrove township, near the Half-Way House, and afterwards removed to and died at Womelsdorf, Berks county. The father of Mrs. Eckerd was in early life a trumpeter in the army led by Washington to Western Pennsylvania to surpress the "whiskey insurrection". She was married to Mr. Eckerd in 1842, and was two days younger than her husband. The funeral of the deceased will take place on Monday next, at 1 o'clock p.m.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 20, 1880. Submitted by Diana.]

Eckert, Fred

Eck, Mrs. Samuel

Eckert, Howard

Oreland. Howard, the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. George Eckert, died on Saturday, age, seven months. Funeral took place Tuesday morning. Interment at St. Thomas' church, Whitemarsh.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 28, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Eddinger, James

Edelman, John

Edgar, Carrie

Lansdale. The funeral of Carrie Edgar was held in the Baptist church on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. F.A. Johnson, now of Canton, Bradford county, was present.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 31, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Edgar, Joseph

Lansdale. Samuel Edgar, who has lived in Lansdale for four years past, had a brother named Joseph who was killed in the baseball disaster in Philadelphia on Aug. 8. He was employed in the city branch of the Cox stove foundry.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 20, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Edwards, Charles

Edwards, John

Edwards, Millie

Fort Washington News. Mrs. Millie Edwards, who on Monday of last week was operated on for appendicitis, died at a Philadelphia hospital on Thursday, and the funeral was held from the Fort Washington hotel on Sunday. Deceased was the daughter of John S. and Amanda Aiman and was in her 36th year. The remains were interred in Union cemetery, Whitemarsh.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 13, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Egbert, Elizabeth R.

The funeral of Miss Elizabeth R. Egbert was largely attended here on Wednesday by relatives and friends, notwithstanding the snow--men like Chalkley Styer facing it all to attend. She belonged to a very ancient, numerous and respectable family who sprang from Lawrence Egbert, who 100 years ago owned the large plantation on the Sandy Hill road in Plymouth township, now divided by Hallowell avenue, for many years, after the death of Lawrence Egbert, the home of "Uncle Billy" Hallowell and after him Caleb R. Hallowell, the famous horse dealer.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 6, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Egolf, Mary A.

Egolf: On March 17th, at Limerick station, Mary A., wife of John W Egolf, aged about 40 years.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, March 22, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Egolf, Mary A.

Mrs. Egolf died on Thursday evening, of pulmonary affection, at the home of her son-in-law, William J Mayo , at Limerick Station. She was the wife of John W Egolf and her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Raysor, widow of Samuel Raysor, lives in Pottstown. One of her daughters, Alice A. is the wife of William E Strohl, of Pottstown, and another, Lottie, the wife of William J Mayo.

[NOTE: Her given name was Mary A.]

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, March 22, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Egolf, Melinda (nee Geiger)

Egolf - In Pottstown, on May 27th, Melinda, wife of Peter L. Egolf, aged 43 years, 8 months, and 13 days.

[NOTE: She was a daughter of John GEIGER.]

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, May 31, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Egolf, Peter L.

Sudden death removed another prominent citizen when Peter L. Egolf, retired business man, was stricken with heart paralysis as he entered his residence, No. 62 North Hanover Street, about 5:15 Sunday afternoon, after a short automobile trip and died before a physician could reach his side. He had not been in the best of health for some time. Upon his own request he was taken on a short auto ride to Boyertown on Sunday afternoon. Just as he got back he felt a sharp pain at his heart. He said presently, "I feel better now" but a few moments later he was dead. Drs. Bushong, Cooley and VanBuskirk all arrived after he had passed away. He was 78 years old.

Mr. Egolf was a life-long resident here. He was born on the old homestead on Glasgow road, and was a son of the late Peter and Catherine (nee Levengood) Egolf. He was a carpenter by trade and as a young man worked for the Philadelphia & Reading Railway Company. Later he became a member of the firm of Fritz, Egolf and Co., lumber dealers and afterwards conducted the business himself. He was a former president of the Citizens Bank, and a director of the Pottstown Water Company to the present time. He was an active man of affairs and owner of considerable property. He was also interested in the planing mill business. Mr. Egolf served in Town Council. In politics he was a Democrat.

His first wife was Malinda Geiger and there were three children, all of whom are now dead. They were Dr. E. H. Egolf, Harry C. Egolf and George Lyndell Egolf, Esq. His first wife died in May, 1887. His second wife was Miss Florence Beerer, who died on January 26, 1908. Three grandchildren survive. They are Mrs. Theodore Froelich, daughter of the late Dr. E. H. Egolf, and Lyndell and Lillias, son and daughter of the late George Lyndell Egolf. Esq.

Mr. Egolf was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Transfiguration. He was a member of Stichter Lodge, No. 254, F. and A.M.; Pottstown Chapter, No. 271, R. A.M.; treasurer of Nativity Commandery, No. 71, Knights Templar, and a charter member of Pottstown Council, No. 351, Royal Arcanum. The funeral is on Thursday at 11 a.m. and interment at Pottstown Cemetery.

[Source: Daily Pottstown Ledger, Monday, January 10, 1916. Submitted by Betty.]

Egolf, Peter L.

Impressive funeral rites were observed today over the remains of Peter L. Egolf, retired lumber merchant, banker and extensive real estate owner. The services were held at 11 o'clock this morning at his late residence, No. 62 North Hanover Street. Rev. H.F.J. Seneker, pastor of the Lutheran Church of the Transfiguration, was in charge of the services, being assisted by Rev. L.K. Evans, D.D., pastor emeritus of the Trinity Reformed Church, and Rev. J.J. Kline, Ph.D., of Grace Lutheran Church. The services were largely attended by relatives, friends and business associates of the deceased.

After the services at the house the cortege proceeded to Pottstown Cemetery, where the interment was made privately. The pall bearers at the house were Frank Auchenbach, O.B. Lessig and John W. Storb, of the Pottstown Water Company; Charles H. Breidenbach, Henry J. Snyder and Daniel H. Bertolet of the Transfiguration Lutheran Church.

At the grave the impressive Masonic burial rites were performed by Stichter Lodge, No. 254, Free and Accepted Masons. The services were in charge of Worshipful Master George M. Longaker, Acting Senior Warden Irwin T. Warner, Junior Warden Frank Seasholtz, Chaplain Philip Sotter. The pallbearers of the Masons were R. Morgan Root, Timothy Shive, Theodore B. Miller and Irwin T. Warner.

There were many beautiful floral tributes to the memory of the deceased. Some of them were very elaborate and large. Funeral Director W. H. Maxwell had charge of the arrangements.

[Source: Daily Pottstown Ledger, Thursday, January 13, 1916. Submitted by Betty.]

Egolf, Peter L.

Peter L. Egolf, Retired Lumber Merchant, Fatally Stricken as He Returns Home from Auto Trip

Stricken with paralysis of the heart as he entered his home yesterday afternoon after a short automobile trip, Peter L. Egolf, 62 North Hanover Street, aged 78 years, died before medical aid could be summoned. Mr. Egolf, who had been prominent in Pottstown business circles for a half-century, had been in failing health for several years. Recently he had apparently recovered and on Friday last was able to go to the store of Postmaster R. Morgan Root, an intimate friend and business associate.

Yesterday afternoon in accordance with an expressed desire, he was taken for an automobile ride to Boyertown. As he was entering his home, on the return, he complained of a sharp pain at the heart. Several moments later he said: "I feel better now." These were his last words for a second later he lapsed into unconsciousness and died almost instantly. Drs. Cooley, Bushon and VanBurkirk were called but death had occurred before their arrival.

Former Lumber Merchant

Mr. Egolf was born October 23, 1837, on the old Egolf homestead near Glasgow. He was a son of the late Peter and Catherine (nee Levengood) Egolf. He was a carpenter by trade and as a young man worked for the Philadelphia and Reading Railway Company. Later he became a member of the firm of Fritz, Egolf and Co., lumber dealers, and afterwards conducted the business himself. He was a former president of the Citizen's Bank, and a director of the Pottstown Water Company, retaining that office until his death. He was also interested in a number of local industries and owned considerable property in Pottstown and vicinity.

At one time he represented his ward in Town Council. His first wife was Malinda Geiger. Three children blessed the union, all of whom are now dead. They were Dr. E.H. Egolf, Harry C. Egolf and George Lyndell Egolf, Esa. His first wife died in May, 1887. His second wife was Miss Florence Beerer, who died on January 26, 1908. Three grandchildren survive. They are: Mrs. Thodore Froelich, daughter of the late Dr. E.H. Egolf, and Lyndell and Lillias, son and daughter of the late George Lyndell Egolf, Esq.

Deceased was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Transfiguration. He was a life-long Democrat; a member of Stichter Lodge, No. 254, F. and A.M.; Pottstown Chapter, No. 271, R.A.M.; treasurer of Nativity Commandery, No. 71, Knights Templar, and a charter member of Pottstown Council, No. 351, Royal Arcanum.

[Source: Pottstown News, Monday, January 10, 1916. Submitted by Betty.]

Egolf, Peter L.

Three Grandchildren Principal Beneficiaries in Retired Lumber Merchant's Estate Worth $150,000

Last Will and Testament of Peter L. Egolf, Executed Nearly Tow Years Ago, is Read George N. Malsberger Named Executor With Security Company of Pottstown as Trustee Bequest of $40 Per Month to Housekeeper, Kate F. Ludy, During Time of Natural Life Interest of $500 to Care For Cemetery Plot Remainder, Divided Into Three Equal Parts, Given to Lineal Descendants.

Remote Proviso for Founding of Home for Aged Women if Legatees Die Without Issue

Brevity and simplicity mark the last will and testament of the late Peter L. Egolf, retired lumber merchant, who died suddenly Sunday afternoon, Jan. 9, at his home, 62 North Hanover Street, which was read before his immediate relatives yesterday morning, and admitted to probate at Norristown in the afternoon. George N. Malsberger is named executor of the will, with the Security Company of Pottstown as trustee. The estate is valued at approximately $150,000. It includes about 30 properties in the borough, together with many unimproved lots and stocks in many local institutions.

The testament is one of unusual brevity, requiring little more than two typewritten pages. In construction it is very simple. It was executed on February 24, 1914, less than two years ago, with Henry J. Snyder and Adam Kummerer as the witnesses. In brief the beneficiaries are the three surviving grandchildren of the deceased; Linda, daughter of the late Dr. E. H. Egolf, and wife of Theodore Froelich, and George Lyndell and Miss Lillias Taylor, children of the late George Lyndell Egolf, Esq., and Kate F. Ludy, who cared for deceased during the past few years.

Remembers Faithful Housekeeper

Decedent first bequeaths a number of articles of personal property, a piano, bedroom suite, watch and furniture to the grandchildren. After disposing of the personal property the entire estate is bequeathed to the Security Company of Pottstown as trustee. The income of $500 is to be applied to the care of the cemetery lot of the deceased and his father, the late Peter Egolf. A bequest of $40 monthly of the income of the estate is given Kate F. Ludy, the decedent's housekeeper, during the time of natural life. At her death the principal thereof is to revert to the Security Company of Pottstown as trustee of the estate.

The remainder of the entire income is divided into three equal parts. One third is given to the granddaughter, Mrs. Linda Egolf Froelich, wife of Theodore Froelich. In the event of her death it is to revert to her lawful issue. One-third is bequeathed to the grandson, George Lyndell Egolf, for his maintenance and education, the principal thereof to be paid to him when he attains the age of 25 years. One third is given to the granddaughter, Lillias Taylor, under the same provisions as her brother.

Remote Proviso

In the event of the death of the three grandchildren, dying without issue or before attaining the age of 25 years, the entire estate shall be disposed of by the Security Company of Pottstown acting as trustee in founding and maintaining "The Peter L. Egolf Home for Aged Women in Pottstown and Vicinity" of indigent means. "The fund shall be managed by my trustee," the will reads, "in conjunction with three residents of Pottstown of good business judgement and charitable instincts who shall form an executive committee." Deceased dwells briefly on the duties of such trustee and committee in the conduction of the home. The executor is given the power to dispose of any or all real estate with the exception of the residence at 62 North Hanover Street, and the property of Mrs. Egolf's father, situated at 312 North Manatawny street. The Manatawny street property would thus be used in accordance with Mr. Egolf's wishes to found a home for aged women should his grandchildren die without issue or before reaching the age of 25 years. Mr. Egolf's residence on Hanover street will eventually go to the grandson, George Lyndell Egolf, as a portion of his inheritance.

[Source: Pottstown News, Wednesday, January 19, 1916. Submitted by Betty.]

Egolf, Samuel

Egolf - In Norristown, on Dec 2nd, Samuel Egolf, in his 49th year.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, December 6, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Ehret, Ira

Ehret, Ira

Ehret, William

Ehret, William

Ehrgood, Jacob

Eisel, Henry

Eisenberg, Samuel Y.

Eisenhart, James Franklin

Eisenheis, Henry

Elf, Clara

Under what are considered suspicious circumstances by Deputy Coroner Lewis H. Clemens, Miss Clara Elf, a young woman who has been employed as waitress in the Fountain house, Doylestown, was found dead in an outhouse at the hotel shortly after 6 o'clock on Wednesday evening by Thomas Anderson, the colored chef.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 4, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Elliott, James

Wyndmoor. James Elliott died on Thursday morning. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon from his late residence, Southampton avenue. Interment at Ivy Hill cemetery. The funeral was largely attended.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 10, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Elliott, Samuel

Samuel Elliott died Tuesday morning at the home of his son, Elmer, on Harry street, Conshohocken. Mr. Elliot had been troubled with asthma for a number of years and has not been on the streets for several weeks. He was, however, in fair health. That morning he went to the breakfast table and seemed in his usual health. While eating Mrs. Elliott saw him give a gasp and then lean back in his chair, assistance was given him immediately, but he died instantly. Mr. Elliott was born in Wilmington 73 years ago. He went to Conshohocken about 35 years ago, and was employed in the mills of the Alan Wood company. He served in town council and was street supervisor for a number of years.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 15, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Ellis, Mary A.

Mrs. Mary A. Ellis, aged 74 years, died suddenly Wednesday night. She was about to retire, and was on her knees praying when se was stricken with apoplexy and fell to the floor and expired in a few minutes. A remarkable fact is that many years ago the mother of Mrs. Ellis died the same way while at prayer. She leaves six children, J. Howard Ellis, who at one time taught the Puff's Corner and Eight Square public schools near Ambler; Miss Kate Ellis, of Norristown; Reinard and Samuel Ellis, of Philadelphia; Harry Ellis, of Upper Providence, and Mrs. Elizabeth Garner, of North Wales. Funeral services were conducted at the Brethren's church, on Barbadoes street, Norristown, at 10:30 o'clock. Rev. J.T. Meyers, of Oaks, and J.C. Ziegler, of Royersford, officiated, and at 1:30 services were resumed at Upper Dublin Brethren's church. Rev. W.M. Howe and the pastor, B.F. Kittinger, in charge, spoke briefly from Revelations xiv, 13, after which the remains were laid to rest, surrounded by a large concourse of relations and sympathizing friends.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 24, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Ely, Alfred

Prospectville. Ellwood Ely and family attended the funeral of their uncle, Alfred Ely, Pennington, N.J., on last Saturday.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 2, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Ely, Amos

The remains of Amos Ely were interred on Thursday at Upper Dublin Friends' meeting. He was 76 years of age. The deceased was born in Bucks county July 26, 1826. He was a wheelwright by trade and afterwards a farmer in Solebury township. In 1872 he moved to Abington township later to Upper Dublin, where he farmed. Later he bought the John Shay property, about a mile below Prospectville, which he conducted for many years. He was a brother of Timothy Ely, of Hatboro. He was an early Republican and in later years took an active interest in the cause of temperance.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 20, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Ely, Andrew Jackson

Andrew Jackson Ely, a prominent Democratic resident of New Hope, died at his residence in that borough on Tuesday, Jan. 8. Mr. Ely was a descendant of the prominent family of that name, whose ancestor was Joshua Ely, an immigrant to America in 1685. Andrew J. was a son of John Ely. He was married to Elizabeth, daughter of John Gill, of Northampton township, and is survived by four children.

Mr. Ely was a prominent farmer and a member of Odd Fellows' and Masonic lodges. He was a leader in the Democratic party for many years and several times was brought out by his friends for county office before the convention, but was never nominated. He was a constant attendant at county conventions and a wide circle of political and personal friends will be pained to hear of his death. Funeral Friday, Jan. 11, at 11.30 o'clock, interment in Lambertville cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 17, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]