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     Sebastian Dobler married Katharina (?).

     Katharina (?) married Sebastian Dobler.

     Wolfgang Ölsinger married Elisabeth (?). In the baptismal record of son Paul in 1716, Wolfgang is listed as a day laborer. In Paul's marriage recored in 1748, he is listed as a bürger (one of middle class).^1,2

     Elisabeth (?) married Wolfgang Ölsinger.

     Georg Elsinger was born on 20 February 1886 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.¹ He was the son of Elisabeth Elsinger. The first time Georg travelled to the United States was in 1905. He left Antwerp, Belgium on September 23rd on the ship Vaderland and arrived at the Port of New York on October 2nd. His occupation was listed as cartwright and his destination was Hartford, CT. His step-brother, August Rothauer [Rothammer], paid for his passage.

The second time we find Georg on a ship's manifest is in 1911 when he sailed from Bremen on May 20th on the S.S. George Washington, arriving at the Port of New York on May 29th. He is listed as having been visiting his father, Franz Rothauer [Rothammer], in Bruck, Germany. His final destination was Brooklyn. Franz Rothammer was actually Georg's step-father.

Georg married Mary Birmingham, daughter of Peter Birmingham and Britget Murroy, on 27 April 1912 at St. Peter's Church, Hartford, Hartford Co, CT.² She died on April 26, 1914 shortly after giving birth to her second child. After her death, Georg took the two baby boys back to Germany to be raised by his mother Elizabeth Elsinger Rothammer. Georg hired two nurses to help with the babies during the crossing on the steamer Cleveland.¹ According to Georg's granddaughter, who lives in Germany, once Georg was back in Germany he was required to stay and serve in the army during WWI. It wasn't until 1928 that he returned to the U.S.³

On June 21, 1928 Georg left Bremen. He arrived in New York on July 2nd. On the ship's manifest he is listed as 42 years old, a widower, and a farmer. His last permanent residence was Brueck (Bruck).

Georg appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of West Hartford, Hartford Co, CT, at 92 South Street, enumerated 14 April 1930, living in August Rothammer's household (his step-brother).⁴

Apparently Georg married a second time to a woman by the name of Bertha (Peters) who was born circa 1888 in Berlin, Germany. They both show up on a border crossing entry from the U.S. to Canada on May 31, 1934 at Fort Erie, Ontario. Georg is listed as a night watchman in transit to Detroit, MI. They were traveling by auto but apparently rejected from entering. His nearest relative in the U.S. is listed as Richard Peters, New Haven, CT, his stepson.⁵

Georg was naturalized on April 3, 1935 in Hartford, CT. He was living at 58 Buckingham Street at the time.⁶ In 1942 Georg registered for the WWII draft.⁷

Georg Elsinger married Mary Lill, daughter of Herman Lill and Michalina Kowalczyk, on 27 June 1942 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT; by a Justice of the Peace.^3,8 In the marriage record George was listed as being divorced and his occupation was given as machine operator. Both he and Mary were listed as living at 210 Glen Street, New Britain.⁸ Georg Elsinger died on 2 March 1966 at Sky View Convalescent Hospital, Wallingford, New Haven Co, CT, at age 80.⁹

The following obituary appeared 3 March 1966 in the newspaper:

George Elsinger, 80, of 210 Glen St., died last night at Sky View Convalescent Hospital, Wallingford, after a long illness. Born in Germany, he lived in this city 60 years and retired from the North & Judd Mfg. Co. in 1950. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Mary (Lill) Elsinger; two sons, Joseph A. of this city and George Elsinger in Germany, seven grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Graveside services will be held Saturday at Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. Calling hours at the Farrell Funeral Home will be tomorrow from 7 to 9 p.m.³

Georg Elsinger was buried on 5 March 1966 at Mount St. Benedict's Cemetery, Bloomfield, Hartford Co, CT.¹⁰

     Elisabeth Elsinger was born on 5 October 1864 at Sulzmühl, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.^2,1 She was baptized on 5 October 1864 at Nittenau, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.^3,1 She was the daughter of Georg Friedrich Elsinger and Ursula Dobler.¹ The certificate of birth says "Elisabeth Elsinger is the daughter of the married house-owner Georg Elsinger of Sulzmühl and the daughter of a house-owner, Ursula Dobler of Bruck. She is born 5.10.1864 in Sulzmühl and baptized on the same day in Nittenau as a Catholic. Both of her parents were Catholics, too."

On February 20, 1886 Elisabeth gave birth to a son, Georg. She was not married. Sometime after Georg was born Elisabeth married Michael Dietrich. They had three children. Michael later died and Elisabeth then married Franz Rothammer.²

Elisabeth Elsinger died on 25 December 1932 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria, at age 68.⁴

     Mary Birmingham was born in 1884 at Moate, County Westmeath, Ireland.³ She was the daughter of Peter Birmingham and Britget Murroy.² Mary Birmingham married Georg Elsinger, son of Elisabeth Elsinger, on 27 April 1912 at St. Peter's Church, Hartford, Hartford Co, CT.⁴ Mary Birmingham died on 26 April 1914 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT.¹

     Georg Elsinger was born on 27 April 1913 at Hartford, Hartford Co, CT.^1,2 He was the son of Georg Elsinger and Mary Birmingham. George and his brother Joseph were taken back to Germany after their mother's death to be raised by their grandmother. Their father, Georg, returned to the U.S. in 1928 but George stayed in Germany.³ Georg Elsinger married Theresia Brunnig in 1938 at Germany.³ Georg Elsinger died on 17 September 1988 at Germany at age 75.^3,1 He was buried at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.

     Joseph Adolph Elsinger was born on 11 April 1914 at Hartford, Hartford Co, CT.^1,2 He was the son of Georg Elsinger and Mary Birmingham. Joseph and his brother George were taken back to Germany after their mother's death to be raised by their grandmother.³ On July 10, 1934 Joseph sailed from Bremen on the S.S. Bremen arriving at the Port of New York on July 16th. He was single and returning to 30 Florence Street, New Britain, CT.⁴ Joseph Adolph Elsinger married Senta K. Kasbauer/Kaspauer between May 1938 and October 1938 at Fronau, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.³ On May 19, 1938 Joseph was issued a U.S. passport probably with the purpose of returning to Germany to get married.⁵ On October 15, 1938 Joseph and his new wife Senta sailed from Hamburg aboard the S.S. Louis. They arrived in New York on October 27th.⁵

Joseph Adolph Elsinger died on 26 May 1988 at 379 Columbus Blvd., New Britain, Hartford Co, CT, at age 74.¹

The following obituary appeared 26 May 1988 in the New Britain Herald, New Britain, Hartford Co, CT:

New Britain - Joseph A. Elsinger, 74, of 379 Columbus Blvd., died today at home after a long illness. Born in New Britain, he was employed as a cabinetmaker, retiring in 1974, and was a member of St. Joseph's Church. Surviving are his wife, Senta (Kaspauer) Elsinger; three sons, Edward J. Elsinger of Southington and Joseph R. and Robert M. Elsinger, both of New Britain; a brother, George Elsinger, in Germany, six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. Calling hours at the Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, will be tomorrow from 7 to 9 p.m.

Joseph Adolph Elsinger was buried on 28 May 1988 at St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain, Hartford Co, CT.⁶

The following funeral announcement appeared in the New Britain Herald on Saturday, May 28, 1988:

The funeral of Joseph A. Elsinger, 74, of 379 Columbus Blvd., who died Thursday, was held today at St. Joseph's Church. Bearers were Joseph Elsinger, Edward Elsinger, Joseph Elsinger Jr., Simon Elsinger, Robert Czellecz and Edward Reisinger. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery.

     Senta K. Kasbauer/Kaspauer was born on 16 June 1914 at Germany.² She married Joseph Adolph Elsinger, son of Georg Elsinger and Mary Birmingham, between May 1938 and October 1938 at Fronau, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.¹ Senta K. Kasbauer/Kaspauer died on 27 May 2004 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT, at age 89.²

The following obituary appeared 28 May 2004 in the Hartford Courant, Hartford, Hartford Co, CT:

Senta Kaspauer Elsinger of New Britain died Thursday at New Britain General Hospital. She was 89.

She was born in Germany and lived in New Britain most of her life. She worked for many years at Landers, Frary, and Clark Manufacturing and later at Skinner Precision, retiring in the early 1970s.

She is survived by two sons, Robert M. Elsinger of New Britain and Joseph Elsinger of Pennsylvania. Her husband, Joseph A. Elsinger, died previously.

Services will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, New Britain, with a Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 195 South Main St., New Britain. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Calling hours are tonight from 5 to 8 at the funeral home.

     Edward Elsinger was born on 15 March 1943 at CT.¹ He was the son of Joseph Adolph Elsinger and Senta K. Kasbauer/Kaspauer. Edward Elsinger married Patricia M. O'Malley on 29 July 1972 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT.² Edward Elsinger was an engineer with SNET.¹ He died on 22 January 1995 at Southington, Hartford Co, CT, at age 51.¹ At the time of his death Edward was living at 112 Lowery Drive, Southington, Hartford Co, CT.¹

The following obituary appeared 23 January 1995 in the The Hartford Courant, Hartford, Hartford Co, CT:

Edward J. Elsinger of Southington died Sunday at Bradley Memorial Hospital. He was 51. Born March 15, 1943, in New Britain, he was the son of Senta Elsinger of New Britain and the late Joseph A. Elsinger. He was married to Patricia Elsinger. Mr. Elsinger retired from Southern New England Telephone last year. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean [sic Vietnam] conflict. Mr. Elsinger is survived by two daughters, Ursula A. Elsinger of Boston and Heidi Lynn Elsinger of Southington; a son, Mark Elsinger of Southington; two brothers, Joseph Elsinger of Pennsylvania and Robert Elsinger of New Britain, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday at Della Vecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday.

     Mary Lill was born on 4 March 1891 at Poland.^2,1 She was the daughter of Herman Lill and Michalina Kowalczyk.¹ Mary Lill married Georg Elsinger, son of Elisabeth Elsinger, on 27 June 1942 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT; by a Justice of the Peace.^3,1 In the marriage record Mary's occupation is given as machine operator. Both she and George are listed as living at 210 Glen Street, New Britain. This was Mary's second marriage. Her first husband's last name was Era.¹ Mary Lill died on 21 November 1969 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT, at age 78.⁴ She was buried on 25 November 1969 at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Westfield, Hampden Co, MA.⁵

     Deborah Spencer was born on 30 September 1959 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT.^1,2 She married Robert Elsinger, son of Joseph Adolph Elsinger and Senta K. Kasbauer/Kaspauer, on 29 August 1981 at Berlin, Hartford Co, CT.³ Deborah Spencer died on 4 December 1997 at New Britain, Hartford Co, CT, at age 38.²

The following obituary appeared 6 December 1997 in the The Hartford Courant, Hartford, Hartford Co, CT:

Deborah A. Spencer Elsinger of New Britain died Thursday. She was 38. Born in New Britain, she lived in New Britain and Kensington all her life and was a member of St. Joseph Church. Mrs. Elsinger is survived by her husband, Robert M. Elsinger; two daughters, Heather A. and Lisa M. Elsinger; her parents, LeRoy and Beverly LaClair Spencer of Kensington; a sister and brother-in-law, Laura and Gary Chute of Kensington; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Roy Alan and Cathy Spencer of Plainville and Kerry and Maryann Spencer of Berlin; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be today at 9 a.m., from Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, New Britain, with a Mass at 10 a.m., at St. Joseph Church. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. She was buried on 6 December 1997 at St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain, Hartford Co, CT.²

     Georg Friedrich Elsinger was born on 4 January 1823 at Hofing, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.^4,3 He was baptized on 5 January 1823 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.³ He was the son of Joseph Elsinger and Eva Erenreich.^2,3 Georg was the illegitimate son of Joseph Elsinger and Eva Erenreich. Joseph and Eva never married. Well into the first half of the 19th century in rural areas it was common for illegitimate children, with the consent of the natural father, to carry his name. The Bavarian government abolished this practice in 1850.³

Georg Friedrich Elsinger married Ursula Dobler, daughter of Johann Dobler and Ursula Bockes, on 25 June 1854 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.² Georg was from Sulzmühl.¹ Georg Friedrich Elsinger died on 10 February 1904 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria, at age 81.^5,4 He was buried on 13 February 1904 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.⁵

     Ursula Dobler was born on 22 January 1826 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.⁴ She was the daughter of Johann Dobler and Ursula Bockes.^2,3 Ursula Dobler married Georg Friedrich Elsinger, son of Joseph Elsinger and Eva Erenreich, on 25 June 1854 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria.³ Ursula Dobler died on 3 March 1891 at Bruck, Oberpfalz, Bavaria, at age 65.⁴

     Maximilian Elsinger was baptized on 11 February 1841 at Giesing, Oberbayern, Bavaria.¹ He was born on 11 February 1841 at Giesing, Oberbayern, Bavaria.¹ He was the son of George Elsinger and Maria Barbara Rensch.¹ Maximilian Elsinger died on 3 March 1841.¹

     Henry J. Wiedmeyer was born on 5 September 1917.¹ He married Florence Elsinger, daughter of Stephen John Elsinger and Katherine Albert. Henry J. Wiedmeyer died on 26 February 1977 at age 59.¹ He was buried at St. Peter's Cemetery, Slinger, Washington Co, WI.¹

     Katherina Fruendorf was born on 1 October 1866 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.¹ She was the daughter of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. Katherina Fruendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of her parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.² Katherina Fruendorf appeared on the 1880 Federal Census of LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI in the household of her parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.³ Katherina Fruendorf married Louis (Ludwig) Sterr on 24 November 1888 at St. Andrew's Church, LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI.⁴ Katherina Fruendorf and Louis (Ludwig) Sterr appeared on the census of 16 June 1900 at LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI.⁵ Katherina Fruendorf died on 27 August 1942 at Mayville, Dodge Co, WI, at age 75.¹ She was buried on 31 August 1942 at St. Andrew's Cemetery, LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI.¹

The following obituary appeared 2 September 1942 in the Mayville News, Mayville, Dodge Co, WI:

A stroke caused the death of Mrs. Louis Sterr, 75 year old resident of this city, Thursday evening at her home on North John Street. Six months ago she suffered a stroke and complications set in a week ago. Mrs. Sterr, nee Katherine Frauendorf, was born on Oct. 1, 1866 in Milwaukee, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Frauendorf. She was married to Louis Sterr, and they lived in LeRoy and Knowles before coming to this city. Mr. Sterr died about 14 years ago. Surviving are the children, Mrs. Max Elsinger and Mrs. Edwin Graunke, of this city; Mrs. Mike Kollmansberger, Farmersville; Alvin, Knowles; Mrs. Alois Feckler, Ben, and Mrs. Vernon Reible, of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Anna Sperger of Milwaukee; 28 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at 9:30 a.m. from St. Andrew's church at LeRoy, the Rev. Henry Stehle officiating. Interment was made in the parish cemetery. Among the out of town people who attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Louis Sterr on Monday were Frank Frauendorf, Mrs. John Frauendorf of Hartford; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Noll, Mrs. John Burelbach, Mike Sterr, Max Burelbach, Mrs. Robert Sterr of Beaver Dam; Tessie and Mary Frauendorf, Mrs. Emma Niessen, Mrs. Erwin Schmidt, Anton Berger, Mrs. Melvin Struebing, Mrs. Gordon Bogart of Milwaukee; Clarence Kollmansberger, West Bend.

     Joseph Frauendorf was born on 6 December 1825 at Bavaria, Germany.¹ He married Katherina Obermeier at Germany. In 1860, Joseph and Katherina were living in the 9th Ward of the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI. Accordinig to the 1860 Federal Census Joseph was a laborer and owned real estate valued at $300. The family also had personal property of $50. They had four children at this time, Caroline, Joseph, John and George, all living at home.² By 28 June 1870 Joseph and Katherina are living in the Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI. Joseph is now a farmer and their real estate is valued at $1000 (personal property - $300). Joseph, a U.S. citizen, can read but he can not write. They have seven children now Joseph, John, George, Mary, Anna, Katherina and Franklin.³ June of 1880 finds Joseph and Katherina on a farm in LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI. Only three children, George, Katherina and Franklin, are living with them.⁴ Joseph Frauendorf died on 6 April 1900 at LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI, at age 74.⁵ He was buried on 9 April 1900 at St. Andrew's Cemetery, LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI.⁵

The following obituary appeared 17 April 1900 in the Dodge County Pionier, Mayville, Dodge Co, WI:

On Friday, April 6th, in the Town of LeRoy, an old settler, Joseph Frauendorf, died at the age of 73 years. Mr. Frauendorf was ill a long time but he seemed to be getting better when he suddenly died. He was born in Bavaria. He leaves behind his wife, three sons Georg Frauendorf, Town of LeRoy and Joseph and John Frauendorf in Milwaukee. He also leaves four daughters, widow Noll in Milwaukee, Mrs. Xavier Dietrich, Mrs. Louis Sterr and Miss Anna Frauendorf in the Town of LeRoy. One son died 13 years ago, at the age of 17. His burial took place on Monday last week, in St. Andrew's Cemetery, Town of LeRoy, with Father S. Bernard of Lomira officiating.

     Katherina Obermeier was born on 15 April 1828 at Bavaria, Germany.^1,2 She married Joseph Frauendorf at Germany. In 1860, Katherina and Joseph were living in the 9th Ward of the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI. Accordinig to the 1860 Federal Census Joseph was a laborer and owned real estate valued at $300. The family also had personal property of $50. They had four children at this time, Caroline, Joseph, John and George, all living at home.³ By 28 June 1870 Katherina and Joseph are living in the Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI. Joseph is now a farmer and their real estate is valued at $1000 (personal property - $300). Joseph, a U.S. citizen, can read but he can not write. They have seven children now Joseph, John, George, Mary, Anna, Katherina and Franklin.⁴ June of 1880 finds Katherina and Joseph on a farm in LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI. Only three children, George, Katherina and Franklin, are living with them.⁵ By the 1900 Federal Census, enumerated 16 June 1900, Joseph has passed away and Katherina, age 72, is no longer living on the farm in LeRoy, but in her own home with her daughter Anna, who is also a widow, and Anna's daughter Rosa. Katherina has no occupation listed but Anna is listed as a servant.² On August 8, 1920 an article appeared in the Milwaukee Journal (Section 2, page 2) entitled "They Represent Five Generations". It talks about a reunion that will be held at Katherina's daughter's house, Caroline Bader.⁶

Katherina Obermeier died on 19 October 1923 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI, at age 95.^1,7 The address listed on her burial record is 1717 Wright Street, Milwaukee. This was the address of her daughter Mary and son-in-law Frank Dietrich.^8,9 She was buried on 23 October 1923 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.¹⁰

     Joseph Fruendorf was born circa 1854 at Bavaria, Germany.¹ He was the son of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. Joseph Fruendorf appeared on the 1860 Federal Census of Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.¹ Joseph Fruendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.² Joseph Fruendorf died on 7 February 1939 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.³ He was buried on 10 February 1939 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.³

     Caroline Fruendorf was born circa 1849 at Bavaria, Germany.¹ She was the daughter of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. Caroline Fruendorf appeared on the 1860 Federal Census of Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of her parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.¹ Caroline Fruendorf married Joseph Noll on 8 January 1867 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church, Theresa, Dodge Co, WI.² Caroline Fruendorf married Fredrich H. Berger on 11 March 1891 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.³ Caroline Fruendorf married Thomas Bader in 1917.³ Caroline Fruendorf died on 29 May 1934 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.⁴ She was buried on 1 June 1934 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.⁴

     John Fruendorf was born on 20 February 1856 at Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI.¹ He was baptized on 21 February 1856 at St. Joseph's Church, Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI.¹ He was the son of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. John Fruendorf appeared on the 1860 Federal Census of Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.² John Fruendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.³ John Fruendorf married Elizabeth Rehmes. John Fruendorf died on 15 November 1923 at Hartford General Hospital, Hartford, Washington Co, WI, at age 67.⁴ He was buried on 19 November 1923 at St. Killian, Hartford, Washington Co, WI.⁴

The following obituary appeared 23 November 1923 in the Hartford Press, Hartford, Washington Co, WI:

A well known and prominent local business man, John Fraundorf, Sr., passed away in death at his home on South Main Street at twelve minutes to nine last Thursday evening. Mr. Fraundorf had been in excellent health up to October 20, when he caught a severe cold from which he never fully recovered. Mr. Fraundorf had been called to Milwaukee by the severe illness of his mother, Mrs. Katherine Fraundorf and while there was taken sick. His mother passed away October 19 but he was unable to attend the funeral. He was brought to this city October 20, and had since been confined to his bed, passing away Thursday evening. Death was caused by acute neuritis. The deceased was born at Milwaukee February 20, 1856, and spent his boyhood days at Milwaukee and Knowles. While there he followed the occupation of a carpenter. He was united in marriage June 13, about thirty-nine years ago, at Milwaukee, to Miss Elizabeth Rehmes of that city. They lived there a short time and then moved to Plat, where they resided for four years. From Plat the family moved to this city, residing here for the past thirteen years. Upon coming to this city, Mr. Fraundorf purchased the building now known as the Fraundorf building from John Endres. The building was occupied by various persons, namely: George Lattropp, who conducted a men's clothing store; a furniture store, conducted by Hartwig & Scherger, and saloon being run by Herman Duberkee and John Steinke. Mr. Fraundorf was employed at the Kissel Motor Car Co. for a short time, later conducting a saloon in his building for himself. In later years and up to the time of his death, Mr. Fraundorf took care of his hall and was a familiar figure on the street of this city. Besides his widow, he leaves to mourn his death the following children: Katherine (Mrs. John Foeckler), of Milwaukee; Joseph Fraundorf, William Fraundorf, Frank Fraundorf, Harry Fraundorf, John Fraundorf and Clara and Marie Fraundorf, all of this city. One daughter, Elizabeth, died in infancy. He also leaves four sisters and a brother, Joseph Fraundorf of Milwaukee, Mrs. Caroline Bader of Milwaukee, Mrs. Frank Dietrich of Milwaukee, Mrs. Anna Tomersperger of this city and Mrs. Louis Sterr of Mayville. The funeral was held Monday morning at 9:30 at St. Kilian's Catholic church, Rev. Hartman officiating. Interment took place at the Catholic cemetery. The pallbearers were as follows: William Brown, Harvey Hammond, Ray Christman, Howard Gergen, Royal Brault, and William Maas. Everybody found in Mr.s Fraundorf a good and pleasant man. Conscientious work filled most of his days, and he made himself dear to his family who will lovingly remember him.

     George Fruendorf was born on 24 March 1859 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.^1,2 He was the son of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. George Fruendorf appeared on the 1860 Federal Census of Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.³ George Fruendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.⁴ George Fruendorf appeared on the 1880 Federal Census of LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.⁵ George Fruendorf married Katherine Wagner. George Fruendorf died on 2 March 1922 at Hartford, Washington Co, WI, at age 62; Last place of residence was 615 Wisconsin Street. He had lived there 10 years and 9 months.²

The following obituary appeared 3 March 1922 in the Hartford Press, Hartford, Washington Co, WI:

George Fraundorf, Sr., a well-known resident of this community for many years, passed away in death at his home, 615 Wisconsin Street, yesterday morning at 3:30 o'clock, following a three weeks' illness. Deceased had been in poor health for the past three years, although confined in bed for only three weeks previous to his death. George Fraundorf, Sr., was born in Milwaukee, and was a sone of Mrs. Catherine Fraundorf, 96 years old, who still survives. Mr. Fraundorf attained the age of 63 years. He spent his younger life in Milwaukee, later moving to Knowles, Wis., then returning to Milwaukee, and finally coming to a farm in the town of Hartford. He also spent a few years on a farm at St. Lawrence, and for some time past had resided in this city. He was married to Miss Katherine Wagner, and besides his wife and aged mother, leave to mourn his death six children, as follows: Anna (Mrs. Alfred Alman), of Hartford; George Jr., Hugo, Mary and Joseph, all at home, and Frank, of Milwaukee. Deceased also leaves the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Andrew Bader, Joseph Fraundorf, Mrs. Frank Dietrich, all of Milwaukee; Mrs. Louis Sterr, of Knowles, and John Fraundorf, Sr., and Mrs. Andrew Pomersperger, of this city. Mr. Fraundorf was a hard-working and kind husband, who did all possible for his family, and was well liked by all who knew him. The funeral will be held Saturday morning with services at St. Kilian's Catholic church at 8:15. Interment will be made in the Catholic cemetery on Union Street with the Rev. Joseph Hartmann officiating.

George Fruendorf was buried on 4 March 1922 at St. Killian, Hartford, Washington Co, WI.¹

     Anna Fruendorf was born in August 1864 at WI.^1,2 She was the daughter of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. Anna Fruendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of her parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.¹ Anna Fruendorf appeared on the 1900 Federal Census of LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI in the household of her mother Katherina Obermeier.² Anna Fruendorf married Andrew Paumersberger. Anna Fruendorf died on 31 January 1954 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI, at age 89.³ She was buried on 3 February 1954 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.³

     Mary Fruendorf was born circa 1863 at WI.^1,2 She was the daughter of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. Mary Fruendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of her parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.¹ Mary Fruendorf married Frank Dietrich. Mary Fruendorf died on 2 May 1929 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI; Last address listed as 717 Wright Street.^2,3 She was buried on 6 May 1929 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.²

     Franklin Frauendorf was born circa January 1870 at WI.^1,2 He was the son of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier. Franklin Frauendorf appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Town of Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Co, WI,, in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.¹ Franklin Frauendorf appeared on the 1880 Federal Census of LeRoy, Dodge Co, WI in the household of his parents, Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.³ Franklin Frauendorf died circa 1887.²

     Fredrich H. Berger married Caroline Fruendorf, daughter of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier, on 11 March 1891 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co, WI.¹

     Joseph Noll married Caroline Fruendorf, daughter of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier, on 8 January 1867 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church, Theresa, Dodge Co, WI.¹ Joseph Noll married Eva Schneider circa 1880.²

     Elizabeth Rehmes married John Fruendorf, son of Joseph Frauendorf and Katherina Obermeier.