Jacob Roop was born about 1720 supposedly, in Berne, Switzerland, but they lived in Germany, near Alsace Lorraine Germany/France at some point as I remember my mother telling us stories that were told to her about her Rupe ancestors. She spoke a little German and tried to teach me, but all I retained is "come here immediately", and knowing how to spell it is anothher deal all together! (kommen heir;da gliech) sorry about that!

We did find a Jacob Rupp that married a Anna Glocklerin in Wurtenburg, Necharkasis, but have no proof that they connect. However, he did marry an ANNA
Jacob died 1814.

Although we have not been able to prove any of it, another researcher, David Rupe, sent my family some of the information on the Rupe Families in the 1970's. He and his daughter were writing a book. This person is now deceased, or so we are told. Another researcher, Joseph Rupe corresponded with another family member, and we are under the impression that this man also passed away before being able to finish a book on the RUPE's.

The following is the tale my mother told me over and over again about her Rupe Family
She said that she was told that several brothers and one sister had come to America and that they had split up with some staying in Pa., and some going into Va., BUT that that no one ever heard from the sister again.

She said they had come from Alsace Lorraine, which was always in dispute between France and Germany. She had wanted to name our sister "Alsace Lorraine", but settled for only "Lorraine" to satisfy our "English" father.

She told me that I would find musicians and teachers among her family and I have found that to be true. I have found hardworking, honest and organized folk among them, but much to my delight, I have also found artists and dreamers!

They have built homes, churches, raised huge families and have been greatly involved in their communities, serving on schoolboards, juries, as Constables or Justice of the Peace. But through all that, I find the art of Painters and Basket Makers.

Finding all my Rupp/Roop/Rupe family has been a gratifying experience. I am very proud of their accomplishments and involvements. I am proud to carry the Rupe blood in my veins!

Can you connect our family to Johannes Rupp, b. 1728 m. Margaret Frey 1750?? He came to Philadelphia PA on the Phoenix 1749 with our Jacob Rupp, If you can, please contact me. We would love to have proof they were brothers.

Jacob Rupp b. abt 1720 Berne, Switzerland
m. Anna Glocklerin b. abt 1718, Wurtenburg, Germany

Children;
Martin b. abt 1743, Germany
Jacob b. abt 1752, Germany (This is a new addition)

Jacob and Anna came to America in 1749 on the "PHOENIX".
Jacob ROOP and Anna had the following 12 children according to his and Anna's wills:
i. Martin ROOP b. 1743 in Palentine, Germany. d. Dec. 11, 1801
ii Samuel Roop
iii Catharine m. a RYAN
iv Anna d. before 1820 m. a HOFFMAN
v Barbara m. a RAUCH
vi Mary m. a HESS
vii Christeany m. a HAWKINS
viii Elizabeth
viiii Fanny
x Eva d. before 1820 m. JACOB KEGY
xi Jacob b. 1752, Germany d. 1800 m. MARGARET Catharine Hockman, dau of Ulrick Hockman (was she nicknamed Mary?)
xii John m. ANN

1784 Rockingham Co, VA
Root, Jacob 3 1 2

1785 HOH, Shenandoah Co, VA
Jacob Roop
8 whites
1 Dwelling
5 other buildings


Book 0, p. 128 - 24 Jan. 1805 Between Jacob Rooff & Ann his wife of Shenandoah Co. to Mary Roof [widow of Abraham Roof dec’dj of Shenandoah Co. one of tracts on the branches of Massnuttten Creek containg 139 A.

Book 0, p. 471-3, 5 Sept. 1805 Jacob Roof, Sr. guardian of John Roof who was one of the sons of said Jacob Roof by his late wife Catharine, said Catharine was daughter & iegatees of Ulrich Hockman dec’d late of Co. of Lancaster PA

Ditto Jacob Roof quardian of Catharine roof one of the dauahters of said Jacob Roof by his late wife Catharine one of the of the daughters of Ulry Hockman etc.

Also had a daughter Ann Roof who inherited from their grandfather Ulry Hockman.

12 Aug 1797 same deed book, we ,Jacob Rooff, Jr. & Abraham Rooff both of Shen Co, and said Jacob Rooff, Jr. being the eldest son of Jacob Roof Sr. & Catharine his wife, Catharine being the daughter of Ulrick Hockman of Lancester Co., PA. Abraham was another son of Jacob & Catharine.

Book R, p. 33 - 2 Sept. 1809 Jacob Roof and Anna of Shenandoah Co. sold tract of land lying and being on the east side of Smith’s Creek, part of a tract of land conveyed to Jacoh Roof by Abraham Rife. Anna Roof signed X and Jacob Roof signed in German


Book P. deed book; p. 488, 4 Nov. 1806, between Martin Pup and Christina his wife of Co. of Galleyay in State of Ohio to Jacob Kips of Shenan Co. for 100 lbs. parcel of land called No. 2 in a survey made by Jacob Rinker the 24 May 1804 pursuant to the last will and testament of George Adam Zircle. Christina was one of the daughters and legatees of said George Adam Zirkle, dec’d, containinq 50 A

Book W, p. 216 10 April 1815 Between Jacob Roof and Mary his wife and John Roof and Sally his wife of Co. of Rockingham to Moses Walton of Shen. Co. for 1500 lbs. tract of land lying and being on the east side of Smith’s Creek and is a part of several different part of patent tracts by various people, contains 248 A signed. JACOB RUPP, MARY ROOF, JOHN ROOF, SALLY ROOF (don't ask!!!!!!!)

BOOK W, p. 152-10 APRIL 1815~ MORE INFORMATION ON THIS LAND AND JACOB RUP SIGNS IN GERMAN. Mary sIgns M. Roof but with an X.

Book W,p. 150 Sept.25, 1815
Between Joseph Strickler and Henry Kagey guardians to Martin Moiley son dec'd of Abraham Moiley to Jacob Roof and John Roof heirs and devisoes of Jacob Roof dec'd of Shenandoah Co. Whereas Jacob Roof dec'd in his lifetime and Ann his wife by their deed of trust the 21 May, 1813 conveyed to Strickler...327 A.

Said Jacob Roof departed this life leaving a will.

SECOND GENERATION
3. 8. MARTIN ROOP was born about 1743 in Palentine, Germany.
We are sure then, that he was on the "Phoenix" with his parents!!!
He died 1801 in Shenandoah Co, VA.
m. Margaret Unknown.

Will of MARTIN ROOP
Will Book E pages 428, 429, 430 Shenandoah County, Virginia
1st to my son HENRY, my plantaton where I now reside, 150 acres and all my movable and personal Estate>
2nd to my wife MARGARET, her bed and bedstead, spinning wheel and reel, 1 cow, etc.
HENRY was to provide for her till her death, remarriage, or her desire to live alone.
3rd to my son JOHN, son HENRY, to pay JOHN 1 shilling and 6 pence in full of his whole legacy
4th to my son MICHAEL
same as above
5th to my son MARTIN
same as above
6th to my son GEORGE
same as above
7th to my son JACOB
same as above
8th to my daugher MARGARET, bed and bedstead and the entry for 200 acres of land.

Appoints MARTIN GARBER and JACOB GARBER executors.
Will made 2 June 1800
Will proved 8 June 1801
Witnesses: MARTIN GARBER, JACOB GOOD, MICHAEL CROUSE, JOHN HULVEY MARTIN signed by I (mark)

Will book E pages 445-446 Appraisal of Estate of Martin Roop.
Appraisal 4 July 1801 - returned 14 July 1801

1 bay mare
1 pr pinchers
1 iron pot
4 red cows
4 augers
1 spice morter
2 heifers
1 drawing knife
5 1/2 lbs old pewter
2 sows
1 chissell
1 bottle
1 iron kettle
1 backing iron
1 corn meal seave
1 grubbing hoe
1 cast iron tea kettle
1 dough tray
part of a lock chain
1 iron pot (broken)
1 german lamp
(appraisers names were in German, I couldn't read them) "Families of Gallia County"
MARTIN Sr did not sign his will which was probated in Shenandoah Co, VA 6/8/1801 and a copy is found in Will Book E.

MARTIN Sr and sons MARTIN Jr and GEORGE served in the Rockingham Co, VA, Militia in CAPT. TRUMBOE'S Company in 1768.
MARTIN, SR is listed as one tithable and sons had 4 horses.

9. MARTIN ROOP and MARGARET Unknown had the following children:
(note; I have some qualms about the Jacob b. 1760. Martin was too young to have child in 1760, AGE 17?) I also have qualms about the first 2 boys being born in Bavaria. I need proof!!!

i. JACOB was born about 1760, VA.
He died on 16 Mar 1846 in Kosciusko, Indiana.
Traded a farm in Richland Co OH for 172 acras in Seward Twp, Kosc Co, IN
Buried in Mt Pleasnat Cem on Rd#15 south of Warsaw
ii. JOHN was born about 1762, VA.
iii. MARTIN b. 1765, VA
iv. HENRY was born about 1770 in Shenandoah Co,Va.
He died on 20 May 1836 in Gallia Co, OH. m. Elizabeth (?)
v. MARGARET was born about 1772, m. 1795 Christian Neff
vi. MICHAEL was born about 1773.
vii. GEORGE W. was born about 1774.
Note; GW had a sister Julia. (Who is this Julia???)She was working in VA, got ill and walked to Ohio to die at GW's in Shenandoah Valley??? had her clothes in a sack on her back.?? (Aunt Bea)

Special Notes for Michael Rupe;
Michael Rupe 1773 -
b. abt 1773
Father Martin ROOP, b. Abt 1743, Palentine, Germany
Mother Margaret Unknown
m. Catharina Hockman, daughter of Ulrich Hockman
Children
1. ? Rupe, b. 3 Aug 1789, Rockingham Co, VA
2. Polly Rupe, b. UNKNOWN

Special Notes for George Rupe;
George Rupe 1774 -
b. abt 1774
Father Martin ROOP, b. Abt 1743, Palentine, Germany
Mother Margaret
Sources 1. [S5] Louise White

Special Notes for Margaret Rupe;
Margaret Rupe 1772 -
b. abt 1772
Father Martin ROOP, b. Abt 1743, Palentine, Germany
Mother Margaret FREY
m. 1795, Christian Neff Sources 1. [S5] Louise White
2. [S138] Families of Gallia County

Special Notes for John Rupe;
John RUPE b. 1762 VA.
d. 1814
Father: Martin RUPE b: 1743 in VA
Mother: Margaret b: abt 1745
m. #1 Catrina HELMAN
m. #2 25 Oct 1895 in Shenendoah Co, VA, Sarah RYAN


Jacob, Martin & Henry have their own pages