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Holcomb, Charles
Charles Holcomb, a well-known and highly respected resident, of Moreland township, died at his home near Terwood on Friday morning, aged 68 years. He had been in ill health for a long time. He was for many years a blacksmith and later a farmer. He was an unassuming, upright man, much respected in the community.
He is survived by his wife, a son John and a daughter Mary. The funeral was held on Tuesday, burial at Abington Friends' ground.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 13, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hollenbach, Benjamin F.
Benjamin F. Hollenbach died very suddenly last week of heart failure in Hilltown township, northeast of Telford. He was 61 years old.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 30, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Holt, Sarah E.
North Wales. Sarah E. Holt, the five-year-old daughter of our young townsman, William Holt, died suddenly on Saturday with croup. The funeral took place on Tuesday; interment at St. Peter's.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 26, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Holt, Mrs. William
North Wales. Mrs. William Holt died on Friday at her home, 305 West Montgomery avenue, of pulmonary disease. She leaves a husband and two small children. The former is the superintendent of the North Wales Foundry company and has been unusually afflicted. Within a year he has also buried two children. The funeral took place on Monday morning. Interment at St. Peter's cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 12, 1903, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Homer, Lydia
Lydia Homer, wife of William Homer, residing on the Welsh road west of Willow Grove, died suddenly about midnight Thursday of heart disease. She had not been sick until within a few minutes of her death, which took place before Dr. Watson, who had been summoned, arrived. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Bertha, and son, Harvey, both living at home. The funeral was held Monday, burial at Horsham.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 18, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Homer, Mrs. William
Horsham. Kirk Hallowell, of Pendleton, Indiana, is visiting relatives here. Mr. Hallowell arrived her in time to attend the funeral on Monday, of last week, of his sister, Mrs. William Homer, late of Willow Grove.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 25, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Homing, Annie
Lansdale. On Thursday was the funeral of Annie Homing, who was interred in the cemetery. She was a young girl 19 years of age, who had died the previous Sunday and was the daughter of Henry Homing. His residence is in this town, but beyond the borough limits in Upper Gwynedd.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 3, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoohan, Michael
North Wales. The funeral of Michael Hoohan was held Monday morning at the Catholic church. Interment at Conshohocken.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 3, 1902, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoopes, Barton
Barton Hoopes, senior member of the firm of Hoopes & Townsend, manufacturers of bolts, nuts, rivets and kindred articles, died Friday morning at his home, 624 North Eighteenth street, Philadelphia. Both legs became paralyzed in April, 1894, and since that time he has been an invalid. It was only within a week of his death, however, that he was confined to his bed.
Mr. Hoopes was born on a farm near West Chester in July, 1827. His parents were Quakers, and he attended the Westtown boarding school, an institution controlled by Friends. After leaving school he served as an apprentice with J. Morton Poole & Co., machinists, at Wilmington, Del., and in 1849 established himself in business at that place as a partner in the firm of Hoopes & Brown.
In 1852 the business was moved to Philadelphia and the firm name was changed to Hoopes & Townsend, the members being Edward and Barton Hoopes and S. Sharpless Townsend. The works were established at the present location, Broad and Buttonwood streets, but since then have grown ten times as large. The ground now occupied is from Willow to Whitehall streets, crossing Buttonwood and Hamilton streets, several hundred feet fronting on and extending back several hundred feet from Broad street. Nearly 700 men are employed. One of the most notable features of the plant is a machine for punching holes through cold steel.
Mr. Townsend died in 1877, and Mr. Edward Hoopes retired a few years later. Since the former's death three sons of Mr. Barton Hoopes were taken into partnership--Barton Jr., Dawson and Clement R. Hoopes.
Barton Hoopes was well known all over the country, having traveled considerably, but of late years he was absorbed in his work and did not often leave his family circle. He was one of the oldest members of the Union League, but never had political aspirations. A member of the Hicksite branch of the society of Friends, he attended meeting at Fifteenth and Race streets. His hoppy was machinery, and he devised many valuable mechanical appliances. A phonograph that he had constructed himself was exhibited to friends at his home. His farm, near Ambler, was a delight to him, and it was only in October that he was taken from it to his town house.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 21, 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoot, Kenneth
Kenneth, son of 'Squire and Mrs. Ida Hoot, died Monday afternoon, after much intense suffering, from croupous pneumonia, aged 5 years. He was a bright, promising boy, and his death is indeed a sad blow to his parents. The funeral took place Friday morning from the residence of his parents. Interment was made at Wentz's church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 11, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoot, Peter
North Wales. Peter Hoot, of this place, who a few weeks ago was stricken with erysipelas of the brain and taken to Charity hospital, died in that institution on Sunday. His funeral will take place on Thursday from the residence of his brother, Ellwood Hoot, West Point. Deceased was a member of North Wales Lodge of Odd Fellows and of Lansdale Masonic lodge. He was unmarried.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 12, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Mrs. Adam
Blue Bell. The funeral of the wife of the late Adam Hoover will take place from the residence of her son-in-law, at Chalfont, on Thursday, to proceed to Boehm's church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 15, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Charles L.
Found Dead in His Bed. Charles L. Hoover, of Ambler, on Sunday Morning Fails to Rouse. Had Retired Saturday Evening Apparently in His Usual Health--Death Resulted About Midnight Without Disturbing the Sleeper--Sketch of His Life.
Charles L. Hoover, of Belmont avenue, Ambler, was found dead in his bed Sunday morning, death having probably resulted about midnight from a stroke of paralysis. Deceased was in his 73d year.
Mr. Hoover apparently was in his usual good health when he retired Saturday evening between 8.30 and 9 o'clock after having returned from his duties of gatekeeper at the tollgate just above Fort Washington. He soon settled into a doze, from which he never awoke. At 6 o'clock Sunday morning Mrs. Hoover awoke and seeing that a heavy rain was in progress decided not to arouse her husband, as his duties did not require his presence at the gate so early Sunday mornings. About 6.30 Mrs. Hoover said to the sleeper, "Aren't you going to get up?" Hearing no response she went over to the deceased to arouse him, but was unable to do so. His body being cold, she became alarmed and informed the other members of the family, who soon discovered that he was dead, having expired apparently without an effort, for the body was lying as natural as though asleep.
The deceased was the son of the late John and Mariah Hoover, and was born Jan. 1, 1831, on the farm now occupied by Edward Coleman, near Mount Pleasant, Ambler, where the family resided with the children, Algernon, Jacob and Charles, all of whom are now deceased, and Elizabeth, wife of James Yocum, and Emma, wife of Robert Gordon, Sr. The death of the parents broke up the home and the deceased went to live with his uncle, Adam Hoover, near Penllyn, having previously married Mary Biddle, sister of Henry C. and Charles C. Biddle, Ambler. The following children were born: John and Amanda, now deceased; Elizabeth, wife of Edward Thomas, of Philadelphia, and Adam.
After the death of his first wife, the deceased married Ellen, daughter of Isaac and Elizabeth Butler, of Whitemarsh, in 1867. Two years after Mr. and Mrs. Hoover moved to a farm half way between Spring house and Montgomery Square. They lived in that vicinity for 30 years and then moved to Ambler. On April 1, 1902, Mr. Hoover took charge of the tollgate near Fort Washington, a position he filled with fidelity.
The following children by his second wife survive: Emma, wife of John Boehner, of Montgomery Square; Laura, wife of Harry Langstroth, of Philadelphia; Katie, who resides at home. Four children are deceased.
The funeral services will be held at the house this Thursday at 1 o'clock and the body will be taken into the Ambler Baptist church at 2. Interment will be made in the Mount Pleasant cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 17, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Charles L.
The funeral of the late Charles L. Hoover, who was found dead in his bed Sunday morning, Dec. 13, was held from his late residence on Belmont avenue Thursday afternoon. The body was taken in the Mount Pleasant Baptist church and interment was made in the old cemetery on the hill.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 24, 1903, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Eli
Eli Hoover, a retired master builder, died on 23 proximo at his home 1232 Seltzer street, Philadelphia. Mr. Hoover was born in Whitemarsh, May 6, 1818, and was a son of Christian Hoover. His ancestors landed Sept. 18, 1732, fro Switzerland. Mr. Hoover, after conducting a cola and lumber business and a general store at Fort Washington for a number of years, went to Philadelphia in 1865, where he took charge as superintendent of the extensive building operations of Henry R. Shoch, and continued until some years ago when he retired. Mr. Hoover was a member of the Hoover Family association. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran church, Fort Washington; Washington lodge, No. 308, F. and A.M.; Oriental chapter, No. 183, Royal Arch Masons, and the A.A. Scottish Rite. He leaves a son, Charles Hoover; a daughter, Mrs. Ida Whiting; one grandchild and one great-grandchild.
Mr. Hoover was the last surviving charter member of Fort Washington lodge, No. 308, F. and A.M. At the institution of the lodge in 1857 he became the first junior warden. Funeral services were held at the residence of his son Thanksgiving day, with interment at the Union cemetery, Whitemarsh.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 3, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Ernestine L.
Blue Bell Chimes. The funeral of Ernestine L., wife of Maurice J. Hoover, took place from her late residence, 988 N. Seventh street, Philadelphia, on Monday, proceeding to Boehm's church, Blue Bell. Deceased departed this life February 27th, in her thirty-ninth year. Interment was made in the Adam Hoover burial lot in Boehm's cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 7, 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Frederick L.
Frederick L. Hoover, head of the firm of F.L. Hoover & Son, carpenters and builders, 703 Ranstead street, Philadelphia, died at his home in Glenside Thursday morning. He was 65 years of age and had been suffering for three years from a complication of diseases.
The deceased was born at Eureka, Bucks county, on Aug. 10, 1836. He was educated in the township schools and until his 18th year he helped his father on the farm. At that time he went to learn the carpenter trade with Joseph Garner, at Pleasantville. At the age of 17 years he united with the Pleasantville Reformed church, where he was a member of the choir. When he had learned his trade he went to Washington, D.C., where he remained for three years. When 26 years old he married Miss Caroline Seltzer, daughter of Samuel Seltzer, of Pleasantville. Shortly after his marriage he moved to Philadelphia. When the firm moved to 703 Ranstead street he was associated with his son, J. Benton Hoover. The firm was known as F.L. Hoover & son.
Mr. and Mrs. Hoover united with Trinity Reformed church at Oxford and continued members of that church until they moved to Glenside in 1882. He also built that church. When they moved to Glenside he united with Carmel Presbyterian church, where he was made an elder. He was one of the prime movers in securing a new church and erecting the present fine church edifice. He was a member of the committee on location of churches in the Presbytery of Philadelphia North, of which committee General Louis Wagner is chairman. At the time of his death he was president of the Hoover family, which comprises the seven sons and descendants of Frederick W. Hoover, of Bucks county. He was also a member of the general Hoover family, of which former Judge Hoover is president. The family includes all the descendants of four brothers who emigrated to this country from Switzerland about the year 1740.
The deceased leaves a widow and three children—J. Benton, Eva Seltzer and S. Earle Hoover.
The funeral of the deceased, was held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his late residence, on Mt. Carmel avenue. It was the largest one in that vicinity in many years. The house was crowded with friends and many who were expected were not present owing to the inclement weather. Rev. A.F. von Tobel – Presbyterian church Glen-- --- --- --- had been an elder for more than 20 years, conducted the services and preached the sermon. Rev. Dr. Wicker, a former pastor of Carmel Presbyterian church, offered a prayer, and Rev. J.L. Gensemer, pastor of Glenside Methodist Episcopal church, pronounced the benediction. Several hundred people accompanied the family to the cemetery.
The honorary pallbearers were Michael Lachat, George Todd, Edward Drown, William Hoover and George Hamel, Sr., associate elders of the church. George Renninger, William F. Hausen, Stacy B. Carrell, D.B. Flower, Joseph Williams and George Hamel, Jr., trustees of the church, were the active pallbearers. The interment was at Hillside cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 30, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Harriet
Harriet, wife of the late Jacob Hoover, of Blue Bell, died Saturday, in her 79th year. She was born on Sept. 10, 1826, and was the daughter of the late Casper and Elizabeth Coler, but the former dying when the deceased was very young, the mother took up her home with her mother, Sarah Dull, near Marble Hall, in Plymouth township. The deceased was educated at the Friends' school, Plymouth Meeting, and was married more than 50 years ago to Jacob Hoover, who died about nine years ago. They lived on a farm near Centre Square and from there moved to Blue Bell on a small property where on both died.
Jacob Hoover served his township as school director for many years and was also a deacon of Boehm's Reformed church, Blue Bell, of which his wife was also an active and earnest supporter. Four children were born to them, all of whom survive: Henry C., George W., of Blue Bell; Mary, wife of George Zimmerman, of Center Square, and Clara, who resides at home.
The funeral will be held this Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment will be made at Boehm's cemetery, Blue Bell.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 29, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Harriet
Broad Axe. This vicinity was greatly shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. Harriet Hoover, for years a resident here, who died Saturday. The funeral will be held from her late residence at this place, Interment at Boehm's church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 29, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Mrs. Sylvester
Centre Square. Mrs. Joseph Lenhard received the sad intelligence of the sudden death of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Sylvester Hoover, of Salfordville. Mr. and Mrs. Lenhard attended the funeral on Tuesday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 13, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoover, Tilghman
Funeral of Tilghman Hoover
The funeral of Tilghman Hoover was held on Wednesday from his late home at Eureka. Services were also held in the Pleasantville Reformed church, where many friends and relatives gathered to pay their last tribute of respect. Rev. C.D. Yost, the pastor, conducted services and special music was sung by a quartet, composed of Mrs. Ella Heist Bitting, Miss Mellie McIntosh, Rev. J. Riley Bergey and Wabster Grim, Esq., of Doylestown. The chair occupied in the choir of the church by the deceased was draped in mourning. The deceased was as old as the congregation and joined the church when he was 11 years of age. He was an elder for 43 years and a prominent man in the community. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church. The bearers were six members of the consistory of the church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 17, 1902, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hopkins, Mrs. Joseph
North Wales. Mrs. Joseph Hopkins died at her home, on East Montgomery avenue, on Sunday last, after a few weeks' illness. Her funeral takes place this Wednesday morning from her husband's residence. Interment at Church of the Messiah.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 4, 1898, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoppel, Mary
Mrs. Mary Hoppel, wife of Harry Hopple, of Lansdale, died on Monday evening of last week from a ruptured blood vessel, caused by a severe coughing spell. She had been an invalid for a year past. Harry Hoppel is the obliging telegraph operator at Lansdale station.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 31, 1901, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]
Horn, Henry
On the 12th inst., at his residence in Flourtown, Montgomery county, Henry Horn, in the 76th year of his age. His relatives and male friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral from St. John's Lutheran Church, Race street, above Fifth street, Philadelphia, on Thursday the 16th inst. Funeral services at the Church, 11 ½ o'clock precisely. Interment at the Woodlands Cemetery.
[Source: Philadelphia Press, January 15, 1862, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Houck, Jesse
Jesse Houck died on Tuesday, at his home in Robeson township, Berks County, near Pine Swamp, aged about 74. He was the father-in-law of James Sands and an uncle of Mr. Lewis Murray of Pottstown. One son, William Houck, is living. Deceased was at one time a charcoal burner, but had followed farming some time, making weekly trips to Pottstown with produce.
(NOTE: He is buried at St Peter's UCC Cemetery in Knauertown, Warwick Twp., Chester Co PA)
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, July 24, 1888. Submitted by Diana.]
Houck, Samuel
Samuel Houck, a well known farmer of Oley township, Berks Co died on Saturday, of general debility, aged 79 years. His wife survives.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, June 14, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]
Houck, William C.
Suicide at Belfry. William C. Houck, Cuts His Throat—Was Recently Married and Lived Happily—Hereditary Suicide.
Once again that section of Montgomery county in the vicinity of Belfry, in Worcester township, has been shocked with the news of a suicide. Last Spring John R. Kratz killed his son and then committed suicide by cutting his throat with a knife. Thursday William Houck killed himself by cutting his throat from ear to ear with a sharp knife. Houck, who was a young farmer, resided near Belfry station, on the Stony Creek railroad. He was married about three weeks and lived in apparent happiness with his young bride.
Houck was 22 years old, and worked his mother's farm, with whom he and his bride resided. He appeared bright and happy and in usual good health Thursday morning and before starting out to milk was lively and animated at the breakfast table, so that the severe blow came all the more unexpected. He was with his sister in the barn, milking at 6 o'clock Thursday morning, when the impulse seized him to end his life. His sister had called from a stall for him to remove a cow and as he did not respond as promptly as usual she ran into the entry, just in time to see him reel and plunge forward on the floor. The sister was horror stricken at the sight.
The young wife was immediately summoned from the house, and when she beheld the appalling nature of the summons her anguish ws heart-rendering. Houck lingered until 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon when death occurred, eight hours after he plunged the knife into his throat. His neck was severed from ear to ear, and the principal arteries and veins were severed. But for the prompt and timely discovery of his bleeding form, death would have been instantaneous. He was married on Oct. 17, to Miss Lydia Cassel daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cassel, of West Point Village. The young couple were healthy and well to do, with excellent prospects and the marriage was considered an ideal rural union.
One week after the wedding the bride-groom was severely kicked in the head by a horse he was grooming, and this is thought to have affected his mind. Houck's father, William Houck, Sr., committed suicide three years ago in identically the same manner adopted by the son to end his days.
The coroner held an inquest and the jury rendered a verdict of suicide by cutting his throat while temporarily insane.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 16, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hough, Samuel H.
Samuel H. Hough, a highly respected and prominent citizen of Hatboro, died suddenly at his home on Moreland avenue, on Thursday afternoon.
Mr. Hough was working at his feed store unloading some flour, when he complained of feeling unwell. He walked into the house, where his wife gave him some medicine, but he continued to grow worse, and in less than an hour was dead. The physician summoned pronounced the cause of death heart trouble.
About one week before Mr. Hough was stricken in a similar manner, but had apparently recovered his usual health.
Several years ago he conducted the Darrah mills at Hartsville and afterwards moved to the Buckman property along the Pennypack creek, in South Hatboro, where he had a large trade. He left this property about seven years ago and built himself a handsome house on Moreland avenue, together with a large feed house and store, where he since has conducted a large business.
Mr. Hough was a man known by a large circle of friends, and his sudden death was a great shock to the community. He was a person of a genial disposition, good neighbor and an upright citizen. He had served in Hatboro borough council, and was a Republican in politics. He was a member of Fortuna lodge, No. 118, K. of P.
A wife, who was Miss Anna Doran, one daughter, Mrs. W.W. Wilgus, and one granddaughter, together with one brother and two sisters, survive him.
Less than a month ago Mr. Hough and wife celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary, which was largely attended by their relatives and friends, and at that time both hostess and hostess were in good health, receiving the many happy returns of the day.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 3, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Houghton, Emily Janney
Mrs. Emily Janney, widow of the late Dr. J.H. Houghton, died suddenly Sunday morning at her home in Ambler, aged 75 years. She was born in Philadelphia on Feb. 29, 1828, and was the daughter of Israel and Elizabeth (Walton) Houghton. In October, 1859 she was married to Dr. J.H. Houghton, of Philadelphia, and continued to reside there until 1874, when the family moved to Norristown. In 1878 Dr. Houghton died. In 1884 John J. Houghton came to Ambler, where he was cashier of the national bank, and his mother and sisters followed him in 1886.
Deceased was the mother of five children: John J. and Emily, of Ambler; Harry J. died in 1890, Elizabeth died Dec. 13, 1901, and one child died in infancy. Mrs. Houghton, although coming from an old family of Friends became interested in the Episcopalian church and joined St. Thomas' and was an active member and a regular and consistent attendant whenever permitted by the weather. She was an active and energetic woman, and was a swell as usual Friday. On Saturday she complained of feeling badly and a physician was summoned. Death ensued Sunday morning from grip and heart affection.
The funeral services were held this Wednesday from her late residence, Bethlehem pike, Ambler, Pa., and the interment was private.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 19, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Houpt, Charles
Charles Houpt died at Jarrettown on Thursday, Aug. 19, aged about 60 years. He was the son of Henry Houpt, of Upper Dublin, and was born in that township Oct. 7, 1837. There were six sons and three are still living. Three have died during the past four years. Henry Houpt died at the age of 79 years. Charles lived all his life in Upper Dublin and Horsham townships. He followed the occupation of farming. He was twice married, his first wife being Mary, daughter of Malachi Stout, by whom he had one daughter. His second wife was Sallie, daughter of Charles Mann.
The funeral took place on Monday and was largely attended. Interment at Upper Dublin Lutheran church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 26, 1897, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Houpt, Martha
Last Sunday Martha Houpt, the estimable wife of Levi Houpt, of Dreshertown, was enjoying good health. She attended the Methodist church at Jarrettown, as was her custom on the Sabbath, and retired at nigh apparently as well as usual. About 4.15 Monday morning her husband was aroused by her heavy breathing. He called her by name, but received no answer. Obtaining a light and arousing the family, it was found that the vital spark had fled. The cause of death was heart failure, according to Doctor Wilson, who was called in.
Mrs. Houpt was the daughter of Benjamin Smith. She was 54 years old. A husband, two sons and a daughter are left to mourn her loss. The funeral will take place at Jarrettown M.E. church today (Thursday).
[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 31, 1895, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]
Housekeeper, Hannah
Hannah, widow of the late Enos Housekeeper, of Quakertown, aged 33 years, six months and 20 days, died Thursday, Sept. 10. Interment in Union cemetery. One son and five daughters survive: Mahlon, Mrs. Mary Rupuert, Mrs. Kate Rodelgo, Mrs. Amanda Cressman, of Philadelphia, and Miss Lou Housekeeper of Salt Lake City, Utah.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 17, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Howard, Harry T.
Harry T., son of William and Rebecca Howard, died Thursday morning at 4.10 of consumption at the home of his parents, Main street, Ambler. He was in his 33d year and had been a patient sufferer for years. He was a barber by trade and conducted shops in Ambler, Philadelphia, Atlantic City and other places.
Interment was made Monday afternoon in St. Thomas' Episcopal cemetery, Whitemarsh. Rev. I.T. Edwards of the Ambler Methodist church, conducted services at the house and the body was taken in Trinity Memorial P.E. church. Rev. R.E. Brestell, rector, had charge.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 21, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Howlett, Thomas Rosling
Rev. Thomas Rosling Howlett, formerly pastor of the Doylestown Baptist Church, who was stricken with paralysis on December 27 last, and had been confined to his bed ever since, died Tuesday evening at 9 o'clock, at his residence in Philadelphia, in the 71st year of his age. He leaves one daughter and a brother, Edwin J. Howlett.
Mr. Howlett was born in Cambridgeshire, England, March 19, 1827, and came to this country with his parents about five years later. When 15 years of age, and while residing in Richfield, Summit County, Ohio, he took a deep interest in religious affairs, and later decided to enter the ministry. He graduated from Madison University in 1856, and from the seminary in 1858.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 24, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Huber, Joseph
Glenside and Around. Joseph Huber, aged 23 years, died last Saturday afternoon at the office of the McAllister Optical company, 1113 Chestnut street, Philadelphia. He was stricken with a hemorrhage and died a few minutes later. The funeral was held at the residence of his parents on Harrison avenue at 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The interment was private at Whitemarsh.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 8, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hubler, Mrs.
Flourtown. Mrs. Hubler, one of the oldest residents of this place, living with her son, Mr. Frank Hubler, died on Monday evening, she having been ill for some time. Mrs. Hubler was in her 82d year. The funeral will take place Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Interment at New Britain cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 2, 1901, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hubler, Susan
Flourtown. The funeral of Mrs. Susan Hubler, of Flourtown, was held in the Baptist chapel, at New Britain, on Thursday afternoon and interment made in the adjoining graveyard. The deceased was a sister of Mrs. Thomas Good, of New Britain.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 9, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hudok, John
Exposure Kills Plymouth Man.
Death due to exposure was given by Coroner's Physician C.H. Mann after making an autopsy on the body of John Hudok, who lived near McInnes quarries, Upper Merion.
Hudok was found dead on the cold bare floor of his home Friday morning having fell asleep there during the night after his family had retired. He had been to Norristown during the day and had overindulged. He did not care to go to bed on arriving home and remained down stairs. When the fire in the stove burned low and the room became cold he was seized with a congestive chill and smothered to death.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 10, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hudson, Scott
Jenkintown. The funeral of Scott Hudson was held Wednesday afternoon; interment at Norwood cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 1, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Huff, George
Lansdale. George Huff, who died in Ambler last Wednesday, was the son of Henry Huff, of Gwynedd Square, who removed there from Lansdale about three years ago. The deceased married Miss Sallie Jones, daughter of Mahlon Jones, of Chestnut street, this place.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 11, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Huffnagle, Frederick Sr.
Frederick Huffnagle, Sr., aged sixty-nine years, died at his residence, corner Walnut and spring Garden streets, Ambler, Wednesday afternoon of last week, at 5 o'clock.
The deceased was born 24th of January, 1826, this side of Montgomery Square, Montgomery county, on the Bethlehem turnpike. His father, John Huffnagle, emigrated from Germany and settled on two acres at that place, where he carried on his trade of basket making. At the age of thirteen, the subject of our sketch started to learn the trade of shoemaking with a German by the name of Live, on Fourth street above Walnut, Philadelphia. From this shop was furnished most of the best work of the city; it was known far and wide and was patronized by the aristocratic class. He worked as a journeyman after the finishing of his trade, until 1852, when on January 8 of that year, he married Elizabeth Lloyd, of Philadelphia.
After the marriage, he opened a shoe store at 946 Poplar street, Philadelphia, where he still continued working at the bench. In 1858 he built a house on his lot this side of Montgomery Square. Here he moved and worked the small place of six acres, carrying on his trade at the same time.
After residing here for six years, he sold the property and moved to the tollgate on the Butler pike, west of Three Tuns, now kept by Charles Pfitzmayer. Here he resided about eleven years, moving to Pennville (now Maple Glen), where he rented the property now occupied by Mr. David Lukens.
In March, 1876, he moved to Ambler and rented from Albert Beck the property which afterwards, in 1882, he purchased, west corner of Spring Garden and Walnut streets. Here he followed his trade, but two years after, in 1878, he opened a shop in the old tollgate, which stood on Butler avenue where Mains street intersects. He kept the gate and carried on his shoemaking business also, until about 1889, when he bought the old drug store building of John S. Buchanan, which formerly stood on the north corner of Main and Walnut streets, moving it to his own property on Spring Garden street, where he opened it as a shoemaking shop. About three years ago, owing to the giving way of his nerves, he retired from the bench. The stand was then taken by his son, Charles, who now conducts the business.
On Monday night, August 12th, inflammation of the bowels set in and Dr. Hough was called. Mr. Huffnagle, however, grew gradually worse until Wednesday afternoon when he died.
The children are: Charles, who is a shoemaker in Ambler; Lizzie , now the wife of Mr. Frank Cressman; Carried, who is now at home; Frederick, Jr., who conducts a grocery store at Fort Washington, and Emily, who died two years ago, the wife of Mr. George Conway, of Ambler. Mrs. Huffnagle also survives.
The funeral took place from his late residence last Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, and interment was made at Rose Hill cemetery. Rev. Frederick C. Thomas, pastor of the Methodist church, and Rev. Wm. F.S. Nelson, pastor of the Presbyterian church, preached at the house. There were no services at the church.
The deceased was at one time a member of the Knights of Pythias, Sparta Lodge, No. 10, of Philadelphia, but the members disbanded about one year ago. At the time of his death he carried a life insurance.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 22, 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hughes, Howard
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Shoemaker on Monday afternoon attended the funeral of the latter's cousin, Howard Hughes, about eight miles above Norristown.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 15, 1903, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hughes, Richard
Man Drops Dead in Hatboro.
Quite a little commotion was made in Hatboro on Thursday night about 8.30 o'clock, when a man was found dying on the pavement on Upper York street, just above dieter's harness store. Someone passing discovered the sick man and notified Mr. Dieter, Edwin MacNair, Edward Paxson and George Stockham, who happened to be in MacNair's store, and several others, who quickly went to his aid. They found the man face down. He was still breathing. They sat him up and sent for Dr. Hannum, but the man had died by the time the doctor arrived. The doctor identified the decease as being Richard Hughes, of Cape May, an uncle of his wife, who had come on a visit to their house, having arrived in the afternoon. After eating supper Mr. Hughes thought he would stroll out and smoke a cigar. He had not been gone 20 minutes when he fell over and died.
The body was removed to Dr. Hannum's house. Undertaker N.E. Walton was notified and the man's near relative telegraphed for. Later in the evening Dr. Carrell and Dr. Hannum pronounced death due to cerebral apoplexy. Hughes was about 60 years old and a contractor and builder at his home. Dr. Hannum is about to make some improvements to his house and Mr. Hughes came up to look after the work.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 19, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hull, Kate
Kate, wife of John Hull, of Engardtown road, Fort Washington, died Thursday aged 61 years. She had been ill for some months, having taken to her bed before Christmas. Death resulted from a complication of diseases.
Deceased was the daughter of John McBride, of Chestnut Hill, formerly a resident of Upper Dublin township. She married John Hull over 40 years ago and they lived for a year or two near Three Tuns, removing to Fort Washington, where they have since resided.
Three children were born: Kate, wife of Eben Clark, of Norristown; Ida, who resides at home, and a son William, who died at the age of 26 some years ago. The funeral was held Monday, interment being made in St. Thomas' cemetery, Whitemarsh.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 14, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hunsberger, Infant daughter of Sylvanus
Hunsberger, Isaiah and Joseph Bawnawitz
Two men, Isaiah Hunsberger and Joseph Bawnawitz, were killed by dynamite Tuesday near Sellersville, and Edwin Cope was badly injured. They were thawing the explosive over fire when the dynamite went off.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 20, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hunsberger, John B.
Rev. John B. Hunsberger, a well-known Mennonite preacher and resident of Worcester township, Montgomery county, died last Thursday of a complication of diseases, aged 76 years. He had been bedfast for several weeks. Rev. Hunsberger was a native of East Coventry, Chester county. He became a Mennonite preacher in June, 1862, and later a bishop.
His principal preaching point was the Methacton meeting house, Worcester township. He is survived by his widow and four children.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 27, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hunsberger, William
North Wales. A number of our local Odd Fellows attended the funeral of William Hunsberger on Thursday last.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 3, 1902, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hunsicker, Catharine
Deputy coroner held an inquest at Chalfont Thursday evening over the death of Catharine Hunsicker, of Lansdale, who was found drowned in a pool near Chalfont, and gave a verdict of accidental drowning.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 16, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hunsicker, Charles
Hon. Charles Hunsicker, a leading member of the Montgomery county bar, died at his home in Norristown on Sunday, after an illness lasting from February last. His physician, Dr. E.M. Corson, says death was due to nervous prostration and heart failure. On July 30 Mr. Hunsicker, with his physician, went to Wernersville, thinking that the change of air at South Mountain would benefit him, but returned soon after, as the patient desired to come home. Mr. Hunsicker's ancestry first settled on the Perkiomen in Montgomery county. His grandfather, John Hunsicker, was an extensive land owner and farmer in Upper Providence township, and also a Mennonite preacher. He was the son of Joseph Hunsicker, who married Elizabeth Meyer, and he was born in Upper Providence on Oct. 26th, 1835. At the age of 14 years he became a pupil at Washington Hall, at Trappe, and later of Freeland seminary. Before attaining his 16th year he entered the sophomore class of Union college, Schenectady, N.Y., and graduated at the age of 19. Choosing the law for his profession, he entered the office of Hon. James Boyd, of Norristown, and was admitted to practice in 1857. He rapidly rose to a leading position at the Montgomery county bar.
Mr. Hunsicker was married on June 13th, 1865, to Miss Maggie, daughter of General Schall, and by this union had two sons, Edwin S. and James R. Hunsicker, both of whom survive him. During the war Mr. Hunsicker entered service as adjutant of the Fourth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served on two occasions, with rank of lieutenant, in addition to the emergency period.
He was a staunch Democrat, and in 1865 was elected district attorney of this county for three years, and was chosen a delegate to the Constitutional convention, Philadelphia, in 1873, taking a prominent part in the proceedings of that memorable body. He introduced a section providing for the review of criminal trials by the supreme court of the state, which, although defeated in the convention, was subsequently made a law by the legislature. He served two terms as a trustee for the state hospital for the insane, at Norristown, and was a delegate to the Democratic National convention in 1884, held at Chicago, which nominated Grover Cleveland for the presidency. At the time of his death he was a member and trustee of the Reformed Church of the Ascension, Norristown. In November, 1887, Mr. Hunsicker was defeated at the polls for additional law judge by Hon. A.S. Swartz, Republican, by 746 majority.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 31, 1895, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hunsicker, Elizabeth
Mrs. Elizabeth Hunsicker, of Collegeville, died on Friday afternoon, aged 99 years, 3 months and 7 days, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Jared T. Preston, with whom she had resided a number of years. Her maiden name was Alderfer. She was married to Rev. Abraham Hunsicker May 30, 1816. She was the mother of 10 children, seven of whom are still living: Mrs. Esther, widow of Gideon Fetterolf, Collegeville; Rev. Henry A. Hunsicker, Coopersburg; Elias A. and Horace M. Hunsicker, Philadelphia; Mrs. Elizabeth, wife of Francis S.R. Hunsicker, Carversville; Mrs. Kate, wife of Rev. J.H. Hendricks, Collegeville, and Mrs. Mary A., widow of Jared T. Preston, with whom she resided.
Her husband, Rev. Abraham Hunsicker, was a bishop of the Mennonite church. He not only founded what has become Ursinus college, but also Trinity Christian, now Trinity Reformed church, of Collegeville. For 35 years they lived on what is now the Reiff farm, at Collegeville, where all their children were born. 10 children were born to the couple, 55 grandchildren, 79 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren, a total of 157, of whom 128 are living.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 3, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hurber, Mrs. James
North Wales. Mrs. James Hurber, a former resident of this place, but recently living at Frankford, died at the latter place. The funeral passed through town on Thursday, interment at Montgomery Square M.E. church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 10, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hurlbut, Elizabeth
On the 28th ult., at Landscape View, Montgomery county, Mrs. Elizaeth Hurlbut, relict of the late Hezekiah Hurlbut, in the 73d year of her age. Funeral from the residence of her sister, Miss Martin, No. 511 Walnut street, this (Wednesday) morning at 10 o'clcok.
[Source: Philadelphia Press, August 1, 1860, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hyndman, Jane
Jenkintown. Miss Jane Hyndman, of Hillside, died very suddenly on Wednesday. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at the residence of her brother-in-law, John Moore, of Tioga. Interment was made at Fernwood cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 11, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]