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Mary Kleinle

F, #6476, b. November 1896

Parents

FatherPhilip Kleinle (b. 31 January 1874)
MotherFannie Unangst (b. August 1869)

Biography

BirthNovember 1896Mary Kleinle was born in November 1896 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.1
Last Edited8 July 2017

Citations

  1. [S658] 1900 U.S. Federal Census (Population Schedule)

Philip Barnet Kleinle

M, #6477, b. 23 February 1898

Parents

FatherPhilip Kleinle (b. 31 January 1874)
MotherFannie Unangst (b. August 1869)

Biography

Birth23 February 1898Philip Barnet Kleinle was born on 23 February 1898 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.1
Baptism17 April 1898He was baptized on 17 April 1898 at Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. The Register states he was baptised at home, by the pastor of the Memorial ME Church, L. K. Willman.2
Last Edited3 February 2019

Citations

  1. [S707] Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, Easton, Pennsylvania (became Calvary United Methodist) (Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania), as listed in his baptism record.; digital images, Ancestry.com ().
  2. [S707] Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, Easton, Pennsylvania, Image 51/150 on ancestry.

Georg Philipp Kleinle

M, #6478, b. about 1824, d. 9 November 1869

Family: Wilhelmina Mueller (b. 13 October 1826, d. 24 November 1890)

SonWilhelm Kleinle+ (b. 30 October 1846, d. 27 April 1878)
DaughterWilhelmine Kleinle+ (b. 26 February 1851)
SonPhilip Kleinle+ (b. 2 August 1857, d. 14 March 1947)
DaughterJuliana Kleinle (b. 1 December 1859)

Biography

Birthabout 1824Georg Philipp Kleinle was born about 1824 in Wilferdingen, Baden, Germany.1
Marriage5 December 1850He and Wilhelmina Mueller were married on 5 December 1850 in Wilferdingen, Baden, Germany, "Deutschland Heiraten, 1558-1929" on FamilySearch.org.

Marriage of Georg Philipp Kleinle and Wilhelmine Mueller
5 Dec 1850, Evangelisch, Wilferdingen, Karlsruhe, Baden

Father's name: Georg Adam Kleinle
Mother's Name: Eva Siebler
Spouse's Father's Name: Friedrick Mueller
Spouse's Mother's Name: Anna Maria Kroener
Death9 November 1869He died on 9 November 1869 in Wilferdingen, Baden, Germany,1
Last Edited13 March 2019

Citations

  1. [S904] Phillip Kleinle, (Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania) to His family, letter, 6 Aug 1934; In possession of descendants., privately held by. Digital copy shared among descendants.

Philippina

F, #6479

Biography

BirthPhilippina was born in Germany.
Last Edited1 May 2017

Elsie May Smith

F, #6480, b. 28 December 1888, d. 29 July 1937

Family: Charles Kleinle (b. 14 August 1885, d. 23 February 1934)

SonMartin Elwood Kleinle (d. before 2010)
SonCharles W. Kleinle, Jr.+ (b. 30 April 1913, d. 4 July 2010)

Biography

Birth28 December 1888Elsie May Smith was born on 28 December 1888.
MarriageCharles Kleinle and she were married, date unknown
Death29 July 1937She died on 29 July 1937 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Burial1 August 1937She was buried on 1 August 1937 at Easton Heights Cemetery in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Section G.1
Last Edited8 July 2017

Citations

  1. [S287] Find a Grave Website, online www.findagrave.com, Easton Heights Cemetery

Barbara Zachman

F, #6481, b. 22 April 1826

Family:

DaughterBarbara Zachman+ (b. 21 October 1848, d. 25 April 1928)

Biography

Birth22 April 1826Barbara Zachman was born on 22 April 1826 in Wilferdingen, Baden, Germany.
Last Edited3 May 2017

Francesco Riggio

M, #6482, b. 19 January 1891

Parents

Family: Catherine D. Kleinle (b. December 1895, d. April 1968)

Biography

Birth19 January 1891Francesco Riggio was born on 19 January 1891 in New York City, New York County, New York.1,2
Draft Registration1917Francesco registered for the draft on 1917, New York City, New York County, New York. Frank's World War I registration card is not dated. His age is listed as 25. Home address 1334 Amst Ave., birthdate Jan. 19, 1891, Natural Born Citizen, born in New York City, Occupation: Chief Usher, Liberty Theater, 22 St & 8th Ave. No one dependent on him. Single. Medium height, Stout, black eyes and black hair. Not bald or disabled.

I think the street is Amsterdam, where his family lived in the 1910 census.3
Marriage21 April 1924He and Catherine D. Kleinle were married on 21 April 1924 in Manhattan, New York County, New York,
Census1930He appeared in the census 1930 at 563 184th St. in New York City, New York County, New York. Francesco is listed as: Frank (Head, rents, $45/mo., age 39, married at age 33, born in NY and parents born in Italy, occupation: Chauffer, Veteran W.W.)
Catharine (wife, age 34, married at age 28, born in Penna as were both parents)4
Census1940He appeared in the census 1940 at 563 184th St. in New York City, New York County, New York. Francesco is listed as: Frank (Head, age 49, completed 6th grade, born in New York, lived in same house in 1935, occupation not readable, worked 50 weeks, 1939 Income $550, received income from other sources.)
Catherine (wife, age 44, completed 3 years of high school, born in Penn., not employed, first marriage, no children).5
Last Edited7 May 2017

Citations

  1. [S711] "U.S. World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942", online image, Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : accessed 2017), Riggio, Frank, Serial # U1708; citing Registration Card
  2. [S696] Application, Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007, (Washington, DC: Social Security Administration, As updated), Viewed online Ancestry.com.
  3. [S170] WWI Draft Registration Cards 1917-1918, NARA; M1509, 20; (Washington, DC: National Archives & Records Administration), 243 rolls, #31-9-135A, Card # 126, viewed on Ancestry.com.
  4. [S77] , Census Online, Viewed on ancestry.com, ED 31-1116, SD 24, P. 2A.
  5. [S568] , Census Online, Viewed on ancestry.com, S.D. 21, E.D. 31-2050, Sheet # 2A.

Charles W. Kleinle, Jr.

M, #6483, b. 30 April 1913, d. 4 July 2010

Parents

FatherCharles Kleinle (b. 14 August 1885, d. 23 February 1934)
MotherElsie May Smith (b. 28 December 1888, d. 29 July 1937)

Family: Sylvia I. Sandt (b. 1919, d. 3 September 1995)

DaughterElsiann Kleinle
DaughterCheryl Kleinle

Biography

Birth30 April 1913Charles W. Kleinle, Jr., was born on 30 April 1913 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
MarriageNovember 1941He and Sylvia I. Sandt were married in November 1941 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Death4 July 2010He died on 4 July 2010 at Country Meadows in Bethlehem Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Obituary7 July 20107 July 2010, Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Easton Express Times Obituary:. Charles W. Kleinle, 97, formerly of Palmer Township, passed away Sunday, July 4, 2010 in Country Meadows.

Born: April 30, 1913 in Easton, he was a son of the late Charles and Elsie Smith Kleinle.

Personal: His wife of 53 years, the former Sylvia I. Sandt, died September 3, 1995. Charles retired from Ingersoll Rand Co., where he was employed for 43 years. He was a 1932 graduate of Easton High School. Charles enjoyed photography, golfing, fishing and was a handyman.

Memberships: He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Easton, where he was a former councilman and served on the property committee. He was a former member of the Sunny Seniors, Saucon Squares, AARP of Easton and Ambassador Club. Charles had been a Palmer Mall Walker and enjoyed the IR Breakfast Group.

Survivors: two daughters, Elsiann Pledger and her husband Charles, of Norman, OK and Cheryl Moyer and her husband Gregory, of Bethlehem Township, PA; and two grandchildren, Kevin C. Moyer, of Philadelphia and Allison E. Moyer, of Santa Monica, CA. A brother, Martin E., died earlier. Services: 11:30 a.m. Thursday in the Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 602 W. Berwick St., Easton. Call Thursday 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 610 W. Berwick St., Easton, PA 18042.1
Burial8 July 2010He was buried on 8 July 2010 at Northampton Memorial Shrine in Palmer, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Last Edited4 February 2019

Citations

  1. [S709] Charles W. Kleinle obituary, Express Times, Easton, Pennsylvania, 7 Jul 2010, B-4

Martin Elwood Kleinle

M, #6484, d. before 2010

Parents

FatherCharles Kleinle (b. 14 August 1885, d. 23 February 1934)
MotherElsie May Smith (b. 28 December 1888, d. 29 July 1937)

Family: Alma George

Biography

Newspaper Mention23 June 1939The 23 June 1939 edition of the Morning Call, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, reported Easton Couple Married in Christ Evangelical Church

Alma George, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steven George, 1232 Wood Ave., Easton, and Martin Elwood Kleinle, Easton YMCA, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kleinle, were married at 11 a.m. Thursday in Christ Evangelical church by the Rev. Charles A. Gerhart.

Charles Kleinle Jr., brother of the bridegroom, and Evelyn George, sister of the bride, were the attendants.

A reception for the immediate family and close friends was held at Morrie's Acres after the ceremony.

The couple will reside at 333 McCartney St., Easton, after a wedding trip to Virginia. Mrs. Kleinle is a graduate of Easton High school class of 1935, and was employed in the office of Easton Laundries before her marriage. The bridegroom was a member of the Class of 1933, Easton High school, and is employed by Prudential Insurance Co.
Deathbefore 2010Martin Elwood Kleinle died before 2010
Last Edited4 February 2019

Jack Riggio

M, #6485

Family: Angelina Carrie

SonFrancesco Riggio (b. 19 January 1891)

Biography

BirthJack Riggio was born in Italy.
Last Edited6 May 2017

Angelina Carrie

F, #6486

Family: Jack Riggio

SonFrancesco Riggio (b. 19 January 1891)

Biography

BirthAngelina Carrie was born in Italy.
Last Edited6 May 2017

Anna Goth

F, #6487, b. 1903, d. 17 August 1990

Family: John E. Kleinle (b. 3 June 1902, d. 4 February 1961)

SonFrank A. Kleinle
SonJohn W. "Jack" Kleinle+ (b. 17 September 1927, d. 7 November 2014)
DaughterNora Kleinle+ (b. 1934, d. 19 December 2001)

Biography

Birth1903Anna Goth was born in 1903 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Marriage1926John E. Kleinle and she were married in 1926
Death17 August 1990She died on 17 August 1990 at Easton Hospital in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Obituary18 August 199018 August 1990, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, Morning Call Obituary:. Mrs. Anna S. Kleinle, 87, of 1412 Richmond Road, Forks Township, died Friday in Easton Hospital. She was the widow of John E. Kleinle.

She worked at the former Stewart Silk Mill, Easton, many years ago.

Born in Easton, she was a daughter of the late Frank O. and Anna (Keck) Goth. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Easton.

Survivors: Sons, John W. and Frank A., both of Forks Township; daughter, Nora Hicks of Lake Harmony; brother, Robert Goth of Easton; sister, Rose Shurz of Bangor, eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Services: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Struck Funeral Home, Berwick and Reynolds streets, Easton; Mass at 10 a.m. in the church. Call 7 - 8:30 p.m. Sunday.
Last Edited3 February 2019

Dorothy Rouce

F, #6488

Family: Donald Daniel Christian (b. 28 February 1913, d. April 1992)

SonDonald L. Christian (b. 1935, d. 2 January 2013)
SonRichard H. Christian+ (b. 12 February 1938, d. 23 February 2014)

Biography

Note(Maiden name taken from obituary of her son Richard H.)
MarriageDonald Daniel Christian and Dorothy Rouce were married, date unknown
Last Edited7 May 2017

Donald L. Christian

M, #6489, b. 1935, d. 2 January 2013

Parents

FatherDonald Daniel Christian (b. 28 February 1913, d. April 1992)
MotherDorothy Rouce

Family: Lois Lambert

Biography

Birth1935Donald L. Christian was born in 1935 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
MarriageHe and Lois Lambert were married, date unknown
Death2 January 2013He died on 2 January 2013 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Obituary4 January 20134 January 2013, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, Obituary:. Donald L. Christian, 77, of Easton died January 2, 2013. He was employed by Mack Printing for 42 years and was a Good Shepherd Raker Center and Meals on Wheels volunteer. He was a member of New Creation UCC where he served as an Elder and Deacon and a member of the Eagles Hunting Club. Survivors: Daughter, Tamara Kurtz and husband David of Pottstown; son, Donald D. of Allentown; brother, Richard H.; four granddaughters; and companion, Dortha Ryerson. His wife the former Lois Lambert died in 1971. Services: 3 p.m. Sunday in the church, 3730 Nicholas St., Easton, visitation 2 to 3 p.m. Arrangements Ashton Funeral Home, Easton. Contributions: To Conrad Raker Center - Good Shepherd Home, 601 St. John St., Allentown, PA 18103.1
Last Edited8 July 2017

Citations

  1. [S558] , Morning Call, Allentown, Pennsylvania, Obituary, Donald L. Christian, 4 Jan 2013, Obituary, Donald L. Christian, 4 Jan 2013

Lois Lambert

F, #6490

Family: Donald L. Christian (b. 1935, d. 2 January 2013)

Biography

MarriageDonald L. Christian and Lois Lambert were married, date unknown
Last Edited7 May 2017

Richard H. Christian

M, #6491, b. 12 February 1938, d. 23 February 2014

Parents

FatherDonald Daniel Christian (b. 28 February 1913, d. April 1992)
MotherDorothy Rouce

Family 1: Joyce Marie Widdoss (b. 1936, d. 8 April 2001)

SonSteven H. Christian
SonRichard H. Christian, Jr.
DaughterSherry Christian

Family 2: Marion Lawson

Biography

Birth12 February 1938Richard H. Christian was born on 12 February 1938 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Marriage16 November 1968He and Joyce Marie Widdoss were married on 16 November 1968 at Memorial United Church of Christ in Wilson, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Newspaper Mention17 November 1968The 17 November 1968 edition of the Morning Call, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, reported Joyce Marie Widdoss and Richard H. Christian were married yesterday in a candlelight ceremony at Memorial United Church of Christ. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Harold H. Widdoss of 822 Balata St., Easton and the late Harold H. Widdoss. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Christian of 115 Veile St., Easton. The Rev. Stanley B. Leiby performed the ceremony which was followed by a reception at the Lester Pfeffer American Legion Hall.

The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Dale Widdoss. Mrs. Linda Widdoss was matron of honor. Jill and Donna Widdoss were junior bridesmaids.

Donald Christain served as his brother's best man. The ushers were Eugene Brunster and Larry Widdoss, brother of the bride.

After a wedding trip to Canada, the couple will reside at 1542 Lehigh St., Easton.

Mrs. Christian is a graduate of Wilson High School and is employed at Easton Hospital. Mr. Christian attended Easton High School and is employed at Easton Concrete Co.
MarriageHe and Marion Lawson were married, date unknown
Marriageafter 2001He and Marion Lawson were married after 2001
Death23 February 2014He died on 23 February 2014 at Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital in Lehighton, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania,
Obituary24 February 201424 February 2014, Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Obituary:. Richard "Chris" H. Christian Sr. age 76 of Kunkletown, formerly of Easton passed away Feb. 23rd at Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital in Lehighton. Born: Born in Easton on Feb. 12th, son of the late Donald & Dorothy (Rouce) Christian. Personal: Chris had worked as a Mechanic for Scott's Auto Body in Easton for 20 years. He was a hardworking man and a jack of all trades and would help anyone in need. He was one of the breakfast crew at the Shop Rite in Brodheadsville. Memberships: He was a member of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, the Point Phillips Rod & Gun Club, NRA, and a member of the Bushkill Valley Motorcycle Club. Survivors: We have been blessed with the presence of Chris in our lives. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife: Marion (Lawson) Shultz-Christian of Kunkletown; his children: Steven H. Christian and wife Kathy of Kunkletown; Richard H. Christian Jr. and wife Rachel of Stroudsburg and Sherry Onesti and her husband Anthony of Woodstown, NJ. He was preceded in death by a brother: Donald Christian in 2013. Services: A memorial service will be at 11 AM on Sat. March 1st at the Blue Mt. Community Church, 25 Oak St. Palmerton, PA 18071; www.BMCC.cc. For directions contact Steven at 610-381-2917. Memorials: In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Blue Mt. Community Church.1
Last Edited18 January 2022

Citations

  1. [S709] Obituary, Express Times, Easton, Pennsylvania, 24 Feb 2014, online at lehighvalleylive.com

Marion Lawson

F, #6492

Family: Richard H. Christian (b. 12 February 1938, d. 23 February 2014)

Biography

MarriageRichard H. Christian and Marion Lawson were married, date unknown
Marriageafter 2001Richard H. Christian and she were married after 2001
Last Edited7 May 2017

Britton H. Merwarth

M, #6496, b. 7 November 1914, d. April 1981

Parents

FatherGeorge R. Merwarth (b. 23 January 1887, d. November 1965)
MotherMyrtle E. Huff (b. 28 April 1887, d. 9 July 1965)

Biography

Birth7 November 1914Britton H. Merwarth was born on 7 November 1914 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.1
Graduation1933He graduated 1933 from Easton High School in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, (See attached Yearbook picture.)
Directory1942As of 1942 Britton was listed in the Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, directory at 336 Berwick St. as musician.2
Address1965As of 1965, Britton lived in Riverdale, New Jersey. as mentioned in his mother's obituary.
DeathApril 1981He died in April 1981 in Riverdale, Morris County, New Jersey,1
Last Edited8 July 2017

Citations

  1. [S27] , Social Security Death Index (SSDI), (: Social Security Administration, As updated), Number: 174-10-1815; Issue State: Pennsylvania; Issue Date: Before 1951.
  2. [S714] Polk's Easton and Phillipsburg City Directory 1942-43 (Boston, Mass.: R. L. Polk & Co., Inc., 1942) p. 254, Britton H. Merwarth entry; digital image, Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : accessed 2017)

Russell Lee Christian

M, #6497, b. 1938, d. 7 October 2023

Parents

FatherLeland E. Christian (b. 1916, d. 17 June 1968)
MotherAlice Ruth Kreil (b. 14 February 1914, d. 15 August 1998)

Biography

Birth1938Russell Lee Christian was born in 1938 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Death7 October 2023He died on 7 October 2023 at Gracedale in Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Obituary9 October 20239 October 2023, Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Morello Funeral Home Obituary:. Russell Lee Christian, 85, of Nazareth passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Born in Easton, PA, he was the son of the late Leland and Alice (Krial) Christian. He graduated from Easton High School before proudly serving his country in the United States Army. Upon his honorable discharge from the military, Russell worked as a salesperson in the textile industry. He spent most of his life as the proprietor of A-1 Sewing.
Russell was an active part of the Easton High School Class of 1956 Reunion Committee. He was also a member of the Lions Club in Willams Township.
Russell is survived by his loving companion of 37 years, Kathleen Kelly; son, Thomas Christian of Williams Township; daughter, Debbie Christian and David Belzner of Nazareth, PA; sister, Judy Kilpatrick of Palmer Township, PA; and brother, Daniel Christian of Nashville, TN.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Maragulia and his brother, Lee Christian.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Morello Funeral Home, Inc., 3720 Nicholas Street, Easton, PA (Palmer Twp.). An additional calling hour will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM followed by a funeral service in the funeral home. Interment will take place at Hay’s Cemetery, Easton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Russell’s name may be made to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042. Online condolences may be offered at www.morellofuneralhome.com.
Burial11 October 2023He was buried on 11 October 2023 at Hays Cemetery, South Side, in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Last Edited9 October 2023

Daniel Christian

M, #6498, b. 19 November 1951

Parents

FatherLeland E. Christian (b. 1916, d. 17 June 1968)
MotherAlice Ruth Kreil (b. 14 February 1914, d. 15 August 1998)

Family: Cindy Lou Laughlin

DaughterMegan Christian
SonDaniel Christian, Jr.
SonDestil Christian
DaughterBrandilynn Christian

Biography

Birth19 November 1951Daniel Christian was born on 19 November 1951 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Residence2019As of 2019 Daniel lived in Kingsport, Sullivan County, Tennessee, Listed on Whitepages with Cindy Lou, and Roadia Christian (Lee's wife)
Last Edited28 March 2019

Leland D. Christian

M, #6499, b. 1949, d. 3 February 2020

Parents

FatherLeland E. Christian (b. 1916, d. 17 June 1968)
MotherAlice Ruth Kreil (b. 14 February 1914, d. 15 August 1998)

Biography

Birth1949Leland D. Christian was born in 1949 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Death3 February 2020He died on 3 February 2020 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania,
Obituary7 February 20207 February 2020, Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Express Times Obituary:. Leland D. Christian, 71, of Easton, passed away Feb. 3, 2020, at his home. He was the husband of Linda (Bartholomew) Christian. Born in Easton, he was a son of the late Leland and Alice (Kriel) Christian. He worked at the Dixie Cup plant for 38 years before retiring.

He is survived by his wife; son, Kris Christian; stepchildren, Sandra Preziosi, Kevin and LeRoy Brodsky, Jamie Geisinger and husband Stan, James Bechtold and wife Michelle; brothers, Russ and Danny Christian; sisters, Judy Kilpatrick and Barbara Maragulia; 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Celebration of life is 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at the River of God Church, 813 Reynolds St., Easton, PA. Arrangements by Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, Allentown.
Last Edited17 February 2020

Charles Russell Tettemer

M, #6500, b. 15 June 1930

Parents

FatherCharles Tettemer
MotherAlice Ruth Kreil (b. 14 February 1914, d. 15 August 1998)

Biography

Birth15 June 1930Charles Russell Tettemer was born on 15 June 1930 in Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Last Edited8 July 2017