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Gabel, Catharine and Lavina
Mrs. Catharine Gabel, in her 102d year, Interred at Boyertown - 2000 People and Four Generations Follow her to the Grave
The funeral of Mrs. Catharine Gabel, aged 101 years 5 months and 5 days, took place on Saturday morning, May 29th, at 9 o'clock, from her late residence in Gabelsville, Berks county. The attendence was very large, an assemblage of people numbering 2,000 or more, with several hundred carriages, followed the centenarian to the tomb. Among those present were all of the surviving children (there were eleven, of whom seven are living), were present, themselves a most remarkable group of aged people, as follows: - Mrs. Elizabeth Gabel (widow of Henry H. Gabel) who was in her 83rd year; Mrs. Magdalena Ehst, in her 81st year; Henry H Gabel, of Pottstown, in his 79th year; Mrs. Susan Landis, in 75th year, Mrs. Mary Gabel, in 71st year; Jacob H Gabel, of Pottstown, in his 66th year, and Barbara Gabel in her 65th year. And there were white-headed grandchildren of the deceased present, the oldest being about age 58 years of age, several of these grandchildren being grandparents themselves. And there were present a large number of great-grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren, or representatives of the fifth generation, who came as mourners to this most extraordinary funeral, the likes of which, as to age of the deceased and her descendents, and of the number of generations assembled, has scarcely ever been seen in this part of the county. The number of direct descendents of Mrs. Gabel present was probably 80 to 100, and they came from Boyertown, Pottstown, Reading, and Philadelphia, and other places widely apart.
The venerable woman in the coffin had an almost unwrinkled face, and it was remarked that she had the appearance of a woman of only 65 to 70 years old. And yet she was born (Catharine High) on December 19 1784, more than four years before Washington became President and she was a girl of 15 years when he died. She was married in 1802 to Jacob Gabel, and her husband died September 29th, 1823. Her mother, Magdalena High, died in her 90th year, and her husband's father, Henry Gabel, died in his 94th year.
There were five or six ministers present at the funeral on Saturday. Rev. Jacob Hunsicker, of East Coventry (Mennonite) spoke at the house in English, and Rev. Jacob B Mensch (also Mennonite) at the house in German. Rev. Jacob Meschter (Schwenkfelder) of Palm, Montgomery county, made a prayer at the church, in German; Rev. Andrew Mock[sic Mack] of Douglass township, Montgomery county, delivered the funeral sermon at the church in German, taking his text from the 14th Chapter and the 13th verse of Revelations - "And I heard a voice from heaven saying to unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." After the funeral sermon, a prayer was made in German by Rev. L. Groh (Lutheran), of Boyertown.
After the religious exercises, the remains of the aged woman were laid away to rest in the Mennonnite burial ground at Boyertown, beside her husband, who had been sleeping there nearly sixrty-three years. The undertaker was Daniel D. Brumbach, of Boyertown, and the pall-bearers John Fegely, Amos Hartman, Isaac Reinert, and Killian F. Wise.
After the funeral over one hundred and fifty carriages returned to the house of mourning at Gabelsville.
Another Funeral
Lavina Gabel, age 46, a grand-daughter of Catharine Gabel, and a daughter of Mary Gabel and the late David Gabel, and who died at the same house, was buried at the Mennonite burial ground at Boyertown. The religious services at the Mennonite meeting house were intended for both. The pall-bearers for Lavina Gabel were John Fehr, Conrad Fisher, John Fegely, Jr., and William Yoder.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, June 1, 1886. Submitted by Diana.]
Gabel, Elizabeth
Elizabeth Gabel, widow of Henry S Gabel, died of intermittent fever and old age, on Sunday morning, at the residence of her son, Jacob G Gabel, near Ringing Hill, aged 84 years, 9 months and 2 days. Her husband, a prominent farmer, died some 15 years ago, and her mother, died at Gabelsville, near Boyertown, at the great age of nearly 102 years. Deceased was a sister of Henry G Gabel and Jacob H Gabel, two well known citizens of Pottstown. She was the mother of five children, of whom two sons survive - John G Gabel, living in Kansas, and Jacob G Gabel of Pottsgrove. The venerable womanhad previously been somewhat indisposed, but had not been seriously sick until about a week ago. Funeral on Thursday, March 7th, at 9:30 a.m.; interment at the East Coventry Mennonite burial ground.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, March 5, 1889. Submitted by Diana.]
Gabel, Elizabeth
The funeral of Elizabeth Gabel, widow of Henry S Gabel, took place on Thursday morning from the residence of her son, Jacob G Gabel, in Lower Pottsgrove, near Ringing Hill. Services were conducted by three Mennonite ministers, and the remains were interred in East Coventry burial ground of that denomination. The attendance was very large. Mrs. Gabel was in her 86th year, and was a sister of our townsmen, Henry H and Jacob H Gabel.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, March 12, 1889. Submitted by Diana.]
Gabel, John H.
John H Gabel, a brother of Henry H. and Jacob H. Gabel, of Pottstown, died on Friday evening last, at his home in New Berlinville, Berks county. He had been a sufferer for some time with kidney affection and other troubles. Deceased was born in Colebrookdale, Berks county, March 21, 1810, and was therefore nearly 76 years of age. His mother, Mrs. Catharine Gabel, is still living in Gabelsville, in her 102d year and his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Gabel, the oldest of the remarkable centenarian lady's family, resides in Pottsgrove township, aged about 82 years. John H. Gabel leaves a wife and several sons and daughters. He had followed the occupation of farmer most of his life.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, March 12, 1889. Submitted by Diana.]
Gabel, Sarah (nee Leaf)
Sarah Gabel dies at 90; oldest choir member
The oldest choir member of Pottstown's First Presbyterian church died at 9 o'clock Friday morning in Pottstown hospital. Sarah L (Leaf) Gabel, 90, widow of Jacob S Gabel, succumbed after an illness of five years. She was a patient at the hospital the past 12 days.
Besides being a member of the church more than three quarters of a century, she was a charter member of the Pottstown Historical society, and a 20 year member of King's Daughters.
Active in church and social work most of her life, she was born in Stowe in 1871, the daughter of the late Henry Potts and Esther Ann (Weber) Leaf.
The 145 acre farm on which she was born and raised was part of the original Potts estate, and is now occupied by Plant Two of the Doehler Karvis division of National Lead company.
Her husband, a well known journeyman carpenter, died in 1933. He was an elder of the church more than ten years.
Mrs. Gabel is survived by a brother, Leonard Leaf, 171 North Hanover street; a niece, Mrs. William Levick, Jenkintown; and a cousin, George Weber, 256 King St.
Funeral services will be Monday at 11 am from the Skean Funeral home, 404 High Street. The Rev. C Leroy Prefontaine will officiate. Interment will be in East Coventry Mennonite cemetery.
[Source: Pottstown Mercury, Saturday, February 4, 1961. Submitted by Diana.]
Gabel, Sarah (nee Leaf)
Funeral services for Sarah (Leaf) Gabel, widow of Jacob S Gabel, 358 Walnut street, were Monday at 11am from the Skean Funeral Home, 404 High street. The Rev. C LeRoy DePrefontaine, First United Presbyterian Church, officiated.
Interment was in E Coventry Mennonite cemetery.
Bearers were George Weber, William Levick, S Frederick Jenkins, Leroy Stillings, Lawrence Houck, and Harry Brown.
[Source: Pottstown Mercury, February 7, 1961, p. 3. Submitted by Diana.]
Gaetrell, Elizabeth
Elizabeth, wife of Thomas B. Gaetrell, died at her home in Penllyn, on Wednesday of last week. She had been sick for some time. Three children, George, of Line Lexington; Horace, of Horsham; Mrs. Anna Comly, of Hoyt, and three grandchildren survive. Mrs. Gaetrell was well known, having lived in Horsham several years and was respected by all who knew her. The funeral was held on Monday, interment at Boehm's Reformed cemetery, Blue Bell.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 27, 1903, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gallagher, Timothy
Glenside and Around. The remains of Timothy Gallagher were buried from the home of his son-in-law, Frederick Wills, Jr., on Monday morning. Interment was at West Chester.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 8, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gangwere, Benjamin F.
Misses Elma L. and Bertha Y. Walker attended the funeral of Mr. Benjamin F. Gangwere in Bethlehem on Monday last.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 8, 1900, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garbrienna, Carrie M.
Carrie M., wife of John Garbrienna, of Quakertown, died Thursday morning after an illness of one week. She was a little over 24 years old and was highly respected by those who knew her. A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Garbrienna one week ago and the mother had been seriously ill ever since. A specialist from Philadelphia was called in, but it was too late. Mr. Garbrienna is almost crazed with grief over the sudden and unexpected death of his wife who might yet have been termed a bride. The little baby survives.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 17, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garner, George
North Wales. George Garner, the well known celery grower and fence builder, died at his home of consumption after a few weeks' illness. Mr. Garner leaves a widow, an aged father and an invalid sister. The funeral will take place this Thursday morning, interment at Upper Dublin cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 17, 1904, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garner, George W.
George W. Garner, who for several years has made his home with Nathaniel Hoodmacher, on Lindenwold avenue, Ambler, was found dead in bed Friday morning about 6.30, having expired during the night. He had been as well as usual Thursday when he retired. The coroner held an inquest Sunday evening and rendered a verdict of death caused by heart trouble.
The deceased was in his 70th year, having been born in Hatfield in 1832. On Dec. 29, 1877, he married Mary Emma Livzey, to whom five children were born, only one of whom, George, now residing in North Wales, survives. In 1893 the wife died, and since that time the deceased has resided at Penllyn and Ambler.
The deceased, at the outbreak of the Rebellion, enlisted in Company G, 179th regiment, Pennsylvania volunteers, serving with distinction in all the campaigns as a private, being later promoted to captain. The regiment was commanded by Colonel William H. Blair, and served at the engagements at Yorktown and in the Peninsula campaigns, being stationed for a time as garrison at Yorktown. On July 5, 1863, their term of enlistment having expired the company was mustered out and discharged, but hearing of Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania, they unanimously offered their services to the state. The result at Gett[y]sburg, however, did not demand their services and they were honorably discharge[d] with the tanks of the state.
The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from his late residence in Ambler, the members of Lansdale G.A.R. post, No. 290, of which he was a member, turning out in a body. Interment was made at Mount Pleasant cemetery. The relatives desire to express their thanks for kindness shown during the bereavement.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 12, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garner, Lewis
Lansdale. The late Lewis Garner, of Lansdale, killed on the Plymouth railroad near Flourtown, left two brothers, Irwin and Harry, besides three sisters, Mrs. John Armstrong, of Montgomery township; Mrs. Harry Dampman, of Philadelphia, and Mrs. Harry Hallman, of the same place. His father is William Garner, of Fortuna.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 31, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garner, Lillie V.
Lillie V., daughter of William and Amanda Garner, of the Heights, Fort Washington, died last Friday, aged 20 years. She was taken ill the week before with typhoid fever, which developed so rapidly that it completely defied the skill of the physician and the patient succumbed. She was a teacher in the Sunday school of St. Thomas' church and was well known in the neighborhood.
Mr. Garner came to the locality about 20 years ago and built the property now owned by James Van Court. On selling this he erected the stone house which was recently purchased by Louis Kittson from Mrs. Baltz. Mr. Garner then removed to the Heights, and of late years has been engaged in building operations in New York, New Jersey and at present at Ogontz and Glenside.
The deceased was buried Sunday afternoon in St. Thomas' cemetery and was followed to the grave by a large number of her friends and relatives.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 18, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garrigues, Lee
Narcissa. A man by the name of Lee Garrigues, father-in-law of John Conard, died very suddenly last week. He was about 83 years of age. His funeral occurred on Monday at Plymouth Meeting.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 17, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Garrigues, Lee
Jarrettown. Jarrettown has lost another of her former residents in the death of Lee Garrigues. For many years he farmed the property no occupied by E.C. Williams. During the later years of his life he lived in retirement at his Marshall street home, Norristown, but retained the ownership of the farm until his death. His body now lies in Upper Dublin Friends' burial ground, not far from the place where the busy part of his life was spent.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 24, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gehman, Abraham
On his way home from school at South Hatfield at noon Wednesday 12-year-old Abraham Gehman was struck by a North Penn express train, which dashed out his life. The crossing where he met his death was close to the school house a number of his playmates witnessed the terrible accident. The lad was the son of Milton Gehman, a local insurance agent.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 1, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Geiger, Catherine
Mrs. Catherine Geiger widow of Edmund Y. Geiger, former assessor for the Ninth Ward, 22 East Fifth Street, died yesterday morning at 10:30 o'clock in the Pottstown hospital of the infirmities of old age. She was admitted into the institution four weeks ago after suffering a heart attack in her home. She was aged 81 years, 4 months and 27 days. Born in Douglass Township, Mrs. Geiger was a daughter of the late Jacob and Rebecca (Baker) Mauger. She lived in Pottstown for 40 years and was a member of Trinity Reformed Church. A brother, Phillip, Chicago survives. The funeral will be held Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the funeral home of H. R. Houck and Son, Dr. J. Hamilton Smith pastor of Trinity Church, will officiate. Interment will be made in Pottstown Cemetery.
[Source: Pottstown Mercury, March 4, 1937. Submitted by Betty.]
Geiger, Jacob
Jacob Geiger, a well known citizen of Hamburg, Berks County, died of paralysis, on Tuesday, aged 76 years. He was born in Lower Pottsgrove, near Pottstown, and was one of five sons and five daughters, of Jacob Geiger, who lived many years ago in the house at the corner next below the toll gate, near Edgewood Cemetery. He was the father of David Q. Geiger, deceased, formerly in the printing business in Pottstown, and a brother of Charles Geiger, and of the late Mrs. Henry L. Bair, deceased, of this borough, and had numerous other relatives here about. Of the family of ten there are still living, Charles Geiger of Pottstown; David of Schuylkill Haven; John of Pottsgrove, and Henry Geiger, of Norristown. When the Reading Railroad was built Mr. Geiger was a contractor thereon, but for many years he engaged in milling business at Hamburg. Funeral on Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 21, 1885. Submitted by Betty.]
Geiger, John
John Geiger, in his 77th year, died last Friday, at the home of his son Milton Y. Geiger, Upper Pottsgrove. Death resulted from congestive fever and ailments incident to old age. He was a well known blacksmith and farmer. Mr. Geiger was twice married and both wives are deceased. Of ten children, six are living: John G., William G., Milton Y., Edward Y., George Y. and Columbus Y. Geiger. The late John Geiger was a member of a family of twelve brothers and sisters; two survive: Charles Geiger, Pottstown and Henry Geiger, Norristown.
[Source: Montgomery County Ledger, September 1, 1891. Submitted by Betty.]
Geiger, Kate
Kate Geiger, widow of the late David Geiger, died on Wednesday evening of a stroke of apoplexy and old age, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Joshua L. Yergey, corner of Walnut and Manatawny Streets, Pottstown. Her age was 83 years and 2 months. Two sons, Englebert and Jacob A. Geiger of Schuylkill Haven and one daughter, Mrs. Joshua L. Yergey, of this borough are still living.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, November 6, 1888. Submitted by Betty.]
Geiger, Kate
The funeral of Mrs. Kate Geiger, on the 31st, inst. in her 84th year, was held, last Saturday at 9:30 o'clock, at the residence of Joshua L. Yorgey, corner of Walnut and Manatawny Street. Rev. D. K. Kepner conducted the exercises. Further services were held at Schuylkill Haven, for which point the cortege took passage on the 11:02 o'clock P. & R. train. The interment was also made at Schuylkill Haven. Quite a number of friends and relatives assembled at the house this morning. Deceased held in her hand, as she lay in the casket, a beautiful white lily, which was made, at her special request, by Miss Ollie Yorgey, her grand daughter.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, November 6, 1888. Submitted by Betty.]
Geiger, Rachel Y.
Mrs. Rachel Y. Geiger, wife of Mr. John Geiger, died on Monday, the 8th inst., of typhoid fever, at the residence of her husband, near Half Way House, in Pottsgrove township. Deceased was a very estimable lady, and her loss is a great bereavement to her husband, relatives and friends. She was in her 54th year.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, October 16, 1877. Submitted by Betty.]
Geisinger, Jacob
Jacob Geisinger Dies Suddenly.
Considerable excitement prevailed in Line Lexington Monday evening, June 18, when former Jury Commissioner Jacob Geisinger was suddenly stricken with paralysis of the heart and succumbed before medical aid could be had.
Mr. Geisinger was about leaving the residence of James Detwiler and was seen to tall. The family and a physician were hastily summoned, but he expired in a few minutes. He was well-known for his jovial disposition and was a commission man for that section of the country, and only a few weeks since he sold his market rout to Leidy Asker, of Lansdale.
The deceased was 52 years of age, unmarried and resided at home. This has proven a great shock to his aged parents as they have raised a family of seven children and this was the first break in the family ties. Three sisters and three brothers survive. The funeral was held Friday morning from his late home, with interment in the Line Lexington Mennonite burying grounds.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 23, 1904, p. 7. Submitted by Nancy.]
Geller, Isabella H.
Isabella H. Geller, wife of Jacob S. Geller, of Lansdale, died at her residence in that borough Tuesday morning. Mrs. Geller had been a sufferer for two years. The cause of death was Bright's disease. She was a daughter of Washington S. Crater, of Skippack, who died about 30 years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Geller were married 29 years ago. The funeral will take place on Friday at the Reformed church, Lansdale. Interment in Lansdale Cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 8, 1897, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
George, Jacob W.
Lansdale. The funeral of Jacob W. George took place on Saturday. He was 74 years of age, and had resided here since the spring of 1890. He owned the block on Main street comprising Harley's grocery, the Kuhn's drug store and Bean's jewelry, besides his own large dwelling, fronting on Green street. He came here from Doylestown township, where he had owned a large farm. He was born in Tinicum township, Bucks county, and his remains were interred at the Lutheran church there. He leaves one daughter, Mrs. Euphemia Rufe, living here, and a grandson, George Rufe, of this place.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 15, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
George, Jacob W.
Jacob W. George, aged about 72 years, died at his home in Lansdale on Jan. 6 after an illness of three weeks of pneumonia. Mr. George formerly lived in Durham, Bucks county, where he operated a flour and grist mill. He moved from there to Doylestown township, where he purchased the farm of George Hart. He also purchased the farm known as the Jacob Myers property on the Lower State road. He afterwards traded the Hart property on a block of stores and dwellings in Lansdale, opposite the railroad station, with Jacob Beaver. Mr. George owned this property at the time of his death.
While Mr. George lived in Doylestown township his wife was killed on the Doyleston [sic] branch of the Reading railway by being struck by an engine at night, near the Burpee seed farm. He had one daughter, who married Jacob B. Rufe, of Lansdale.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 15, 1903, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]
George [Gorgi/Yorgey], Matthias
Matthias George [Gorgi / Yorgey], age 85, Revolutionary War Soldier died at the home of Daniel Brunner in Lower Providence On January 25, 1847.
[Source: Der Neutralist (Skippackville), February 9, 1847. Submitted by Betty.]
Gerhab, John
John Gerhab, aged about 68 years, died last week of apoplexy at his home, at Telford. Deceased was in failing health for some time. He was an old resident of that pace and was engaged in the lumber business for many years. He leaves a family of children, all married. Mr. Gerhab was the builder of the Lansdale Baptist church. He conducted the planing mill business at Souderton for some time. Business reverses came, however, and for several years past he lived a retired life at Telford.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 25, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gerhart, Annie
Lansdale. The funeral of Miss Annie Gerhart took place on Sunday afternoon with interment in Lansdale cemetery. She was 20 years of age and the cause of her death was consumption. She was an orphan, the daughter of Milton Gerhart, of Perkasie, who died nine years ago. She had since lived at the home of her grandfather, George Gerhart, and was a member of the Reformed church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 12, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gerhart, Edward R.
North Wales. Edward R. Gerhart, the young man whose funeral took place at St. John's Reformed church, Lansdale, on Monday morning, resided in this place until his health compelled him to desist from work. He was employed for a number of years in Kepler's general store, later on in Krieble's grocery and Shearer's coal and ice business.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 1, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gerhart, George W.
George W. Gerhart, one of the most highly respected residents of Horsham township, died Sunday at his home of chronic trouble, aged 76 years.
He resided on the property near the meeting house for the greater part of his life and followed blacksmithing. Deceased never married. The remains will be interred Saturday at 2 p.m. in Hatboro cemetery. Services will be held at the house.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 25, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gerhart, Mrs. Harry C.
North Wales. The death of Mrs. Harry C. Gerhart, who died suddenly in her city home, was announced here Monday morning. The family of the deceased's husband, as well as her own, is well known in this vicinity, where both spent their school days. The husband is the grand treasurer of the Knights of the Golden Eagle of Pennsylvania. Her funeral takes place this Thursday afternoon from her late home, 2344 North Fifteenth street, Philadelphia, interment in Northwood cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 30, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Getzelman, Lewis and Davis, John
John Davis, of Swedesburg, Montgomery county, Pa., was killed a few days since by being thrown from his wagon. Lewis Getzelman, a carpenter, died suddenly in Lower Merion township, in the same county, on Thursday night.
[Source: Philadelphia Press, November 19, 1857, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Geyer, Abraham B.
Killed by a Falling Tree. A Falling Tree Hurled Him Into Eternity. Fatal Accident of A Well Known Resident of Gilbertsville.
An accident resulting in the death of Abraham B. Geyer, who lived a mile south of Gilbertsville, near the corner of the townships of Upper Pottsgrove, New Hanover and Douglass, Montgomery County, occurred on Wednesday. Some men were cutting or sawing down a large tree, when Mr. Geyer came along and stood near, watching the process of the work. He was told that there was danger, and asked to move out of the way. He did not however, but replied that the tree would not fall that way anyhow.
Presently the big tree came down with a crash, and so near Mr. Geyer, that a branch struck him, knocking him senseless to the earth, and in five or ten minutes he breathed his last.
Mr. Geyer was a well known citizen about 73 years of age; he was a shoemaker by trade but living retired on his small farm. His wife died about a year ago; there are six children: William B. Geyer, who lives a short distance from his father's place; James Y., Percival Y., Francis Y. and Amanda Y. Geyer, living at home, and Maria wife of Morris Anderson, merchant at Earlville, this county. One sister is living, Catharine, wife of David Nester, Pottstown. Deceased will be buried at Swamp today.
[Source: Boyertown Democrat, December 22, 1894. Submitted by Betty.]
Geyer, William Y.
Retired Shoe Maker Dies. William Y. Geyer Passes After Illness of Several Days.
William Y. Geyer, retired shoemaker, died Saturday evening at 5:00 o'clock at the home of Miss Annie Dengler, in Colebrookdale, aged 81 years 5 months and 12 days. He was bedfast only a few days.
Deceased was the son of Abraham and Hannah (nee Yorgey) Geyer and was formerly associated with his late brother James Geyer, in the shoe repair trade on South Reading Avenue. Later he was employed at Dill's establishment on North Reading Ave.
His wife, Hannah (nee Dengler) died nine years ago. He is survived by two brothers, Percival of Amityville and Francis of Pottstown RD 5; a nephew, Roy Geyer, of Boyertown and a niece Alice, wife of Jennings Frey, Pottstown.
A sister Amanda V. of Pottstown RD 5 and a brother, James died within the last year. The funeral will be held from the Dengler home on Wednesday, August 1, 2:00 p.m. daylight saving time. Further services in the Fairview Chapel, Boyertown. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Rev. G. G. Greenawald, pastor of the Good Shepherd Reformed Church will officiate. J. J. Brown Estate Funeral Directors have charge.
[Source: Unknown, July 28, 1934. Submitted by Betty.]
Ghaut, Son of James
A young son of James Ghaut, of east Ambler, died early Tuesday morning of convulsions. Dr. Hough was called in, but the child was dead. He notified Coroner Kurtz, who, with Coroner Physician Umstad, came over to Ambler Wednesday morning. The coroner, after hearing the case, decided that it was not necessary to impanel a jury. Dr. Umstad and Hough made an examination.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 23, 1896, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, Mrs.
Flourtown. Mrs. Thomas Jones attended the funeral of Mrs. Gilbert at chestnut Hill on Friday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 30, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, Charles
Charles Gilbert, of Church road, Springfield township, died Thursday of gangrene aged 81 years. He was a son of Charles Gilbert and a part of his life was a farmer in Whitpain, purchasing the old Conard homestead some 50 years ago. After the death of his father he disposed of this property and removed to his father's place in Springfield township. He had a brother, Augustus, who survives him together with a widow and children. The remains were interred Saturday in the Union cemetery, Whitemarsh.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 16, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, Ellwood H.
Ellwood H. Gilbert, who established the first flour mill in Montgomery County, Penn., and was a large operator in grain and milling interests, is dead in his home in Philadelphia. At the commencement of the civil war he enlisted in the 203d Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, serving throughout the war.
[Source: New York Times, December 7, 1912. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, Mary A.
Broad Axe. The funeral of Mary A. Gilbert passed through our village Wednesday afternoon to Centre Square.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 6, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, Peter H.
J.G. Danehower and mother, Mrs. Anna Danehower, S.J. Jones and C.J. Gilbert attended the funeral of Peter H. Gilbert, Mrs. Danehower's brother, at Frazer, on Tuesday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 25, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, Rachel Royer
Former Steelton Resident Dies From Old Age
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Mrs. William Gilbert, aged 93 years died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. H. Moser, 44 North Seventeenth street, Harrisburg, yesterday.
Death was due to old age. She is survived by three children, nine grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren. She was the great-grandmother of O. C. Bickel, silk buyer for Dives, Pomeroy & Stewart's department store.
Mrs. Gilbert was born in Montgomery county and spent her adult life in Reading until twenty-five years ago when she moved to Steelton. About four years ago she came to this city, making her home with her daughter, Mrs. H. H. Moser. She was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church, Steelton for more than fifteen years.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. M. P. Hocker, pastor of the St. John's Lutheran Church, Steelton and the Rev. Lewis C. Manges, pastor of the Memorial Lutheran Church, Fifteenth and Shoop streets, Harrisburg, will officiate.
NOTE: Rachel had several great-great grandchildren when she died in 1914 including my grandfather, Kirby C. J. Davis [b. 1913] his sisters Sallie Davis [b. 1908] and Lillian Davis [b. 1910]. There were several others as well.
[Source: Harrisburg Telegraph, September 7, 1914. Submitted by Christopher.]
Gilbert, Solomon
Solomon Gilbert, one of the oldest and best known business men of Norristown, died at 1 o'clock Monday afternoon. Death was due to heart failure, he having had an attack while sitting at the supper table on Friday, from which he did not rally, although he retained consciousness to the end, which came suddenly. Mr. Gilbert was a well preserved man and took an active interest in life, notwithstanding his advanced age.
Deceased was identified with several Norristown institutions, being one of the oldest directors of the Montgomery National bank, one of the original stockholders of Music Hall association, and one of the early stockholders of the Norristown Electric Light and Power company, also an active promoter in a great many enterprises in the county.
In 1852 Mr. Gilbert married Annie H., daughter of Benjamin H. and Catharine Lukens, of Whitemarsh township. She died several years ago. Their surviving children are Miss Clara F., Mrs. Mary C., wife of Prof. Jerry March, instructor in music at Girard college and elsewhere; Mrs. Alice L., wife of Hon. William F. Solly, presiding judge of the orphans' court of Montgomery county; Mrs. Annie Y., wife of Dr. Charles Z. Weber, a well known physician of Norristown, and Miss Elizabeth D. Gilbert. The first and last named resided with their father at his home, No. 803 Swede street, Norristown.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 16, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilbert, William
Jarrettown. The funeral of William Gilbert last Wednesday was largely attended. Two of our local societies--the Patriotic Order Sons of America and the Knights of the Golden Eagle--attended in a body to pay their tribute of respect to his memory. He had been secretary of the first-named organization for a number of years.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 16, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilkeson, Benjamin F.
Colonel Benjamin F. Gilkeson, exbanking commissioner, died at 10.55 last Wednesday night, at his Bristol home. He had been ill several weeks.
Colonel Gilkeson became known best in political circles in Pennsylvania as a result of the bitter strife leading up to the memorable battle for Republican state chairman in 1895. Mr. Gilkeson was chairman of the Republican state committee in the campaign resulting in the election of the late Governor Hastings. He aspired to succeed himself and had as his opponent for chairman Senator Quay. The history of the campaign is known in every part of the state. Mr. Gilkeson was defeated after an exciting struggle. In recent years he was active in leading the Republican forces in Bucks, his home county.
Some few weeks ago the deceased went to Lake George, N.Y., for his health. While there he was stricken with paralysis on July 25. His right side was affected. He was removed to his home in Bristol and for a time hopes for his recovery were entertained. His condition gradually became worse, however, and his already weakened constitution failed to respond to treatment. Early Tuesday night he took a turn for the worse and his death occurred shortly after 10 o'clock.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 20, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gillian, Mary A.
On June 22, 1897, Mary A., daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth A. Gillian, aged 27 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock, from her parents' residence, Fort Washington, Pa. Services at St. Paul' Reformed church at 2 o'clock. Interment at Hillside cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 24, 1897, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gillian, Mary
The funeral services of Miss Mary Gillian were held Thursday from her late residence at this place [Fort Washington]. Everything was carried out in accordance with her wishes. The house was crowded with the friends of the deceased, who had gathered to pay the last sad rites. The coffin was bedecked with flowers and wreaths. Rev. Dr. Sheeleigh offered a prayer at the house. The services were held in St. Paul's Reformed church, at this place, and were in charge of Rev. Thomas Ogle, Jr., of Mount Pleasant Baptist church, Ambler, who was assisted by Rev. mr. Branderth, of the Methodist faith. Interment was made at Rose Hill cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 1, 1897, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gillin, Anna Matilda
Anna Matilda Gillin, widow of the late James Gillin, of Lower Gwynedd, died at her late residence on Sunday last. The deceased was over eighty-five years of age. She had been sick for some time, for months having been under the doctor's care.
Her husband died several months ago, and it was seen at that time that Mrs. Gillin would not survive him very long.
The remains were interred in the family lot at Rose Hill cemetery on Tuesday. Services were held at her late residence at 3 p.m.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 18, 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Gilton, John
On the 12th inst., after a lingering illness, Mr. John Gilton, in the 60th year of his age. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from his late residence, Merion square, Lower Merion township, Montgomery County, this (Saturday) morning, at 10 o'clock, without further notice.
[Source: Philadelphia Press, August 15, 1857, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]