Bittenbender - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

kathrynkemp1 — 2012-05-21 19:21:26Z

Wikipedia "Palatinate (region)" describes the history of this region, which in to the south of the Rhineland.

Re: Conrad Bittenbender's family

em1573 — 2012-03-08 17:51:55Z

Hi,

My name is Emily Bittenbender and I to am a direct decendant of Conrad Bittenbender. I am at work and do not have my files with me but I will dust them off and write you back. I have a family tree that traces our linage back to him. I grew up not far from where Conrad and his family settled in Huntington Mills, just outside of Shickshinny. One of my ancestors, can't remember his name without my files, was murdered on the street of Plymouth, PA by a drunk and disgruntled janitor of the local school. He was murdered in broad daylight apparently in his buggy. I have the newspaper clipping of the incident.

Feel free to contact me at emily@bittenbenderconstruction.com, I think we can help each other.

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

JoanRoth55 — 2011-11-06 13:32:14Z

I could not open the link. Please email pdf to joaniedee96@yahoo.com.

Thanks a bunch,
Joan Roth

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

nolapoet — 2011-11-05 22:15:44Z

I found this, which only notes he was born in "the Palatinate" in 1716 or 1717.

http://o.mfcreative.com/f1/file15/objects/2/9/6/f296bbd3-5a5...

If you can't read this link, message me and I will e-mail a PDF copy.

Benjamin Hill Bittenbender

nolapoet — 2011-11-05 22:11:01Z

I'm looking for any information on my great grand-uncle. Ben was a painter associated with the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts' Chester School in the 1920s. He was born in Nescopeck in 1891 and died in or near McAlisterville in 1971. Connect with me ( nolapoet ) for some B&W images of his work I found via Google Books. I am particularly interested in where he might be buried and in any stories or photos relatives might be able to provide. Thanks in advance.

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

JKING1328 — 2011-10-23 22:51:39Z

So happy to read your response and would very much like
to know what information you have regarding my query.

If you want to respond directly to my email, it is
jking1328@aol.com.

Thank you in advance.
Judy King

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

JoanRoth55 — 2011-10-21 22:35:16Z

Yes, I have some information on him. Please contact me for more.

Johannes Jacob

kelleythompson69 — 2011-08-31 13:05:44Z

I am posting on this board cause the name could have changed in America. Johannes Jacob Bedenbender born 1823 in Fellerdilln, Germany married Elisabeth Katharina Wehn born 1828 and a daughter Maria born 1851 ported in New York in 1852. Anyone with connections?

Kelley

Bittenbender

kelleythompson69 — 2011-06-04 16:06:15Z

I am researching this name and various spellings of it. Can anyone tell me who their ancestor's were and where they were from? Mine was Johannes Heinrich Bedenbender (now spelled this way but in census records spelled always differently) born 1808 in Fellerdilln, Germany. He married Anna Elisabeth Triesch born 1811 in Manderbach, Germany. They came to the US around 1850-1851. I am trying to see if his siblings may have came here too and had their surname changed. Thanks, Kelley.

Re: David BITTENBENDER (186301928) of Lehigh Co., PA

bruceandkitty — 2011-02-22 11:54:20Z

Any new info re. Jacob Bittenbender (1815-1863)? Trying to find his tombstone.

Re: W Scott Bittenbender

cavcol1 — 2010-12-24 00:19:42Z

Contact Ron Ruff at cavcol@windstream.net for digital scans. Info W is for Winfield. Winfield Scott Bittenbener; B 26 Aug 1859 in Pennsylvania; D 28 Jul 1935 at Malcom, Lancaster County, Nebraska. M 20 Dec 1887 to Alice Belle Hewitt in Middle Creek, Lancaster County, Nebraska. 1 known child - Eva Winfred Bittenbender; B 5 Oct 1888, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; D 28 Nov 1917 Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; cause of death - complications from a miscarriage. Married Homer John Welch 29 Dec 1901 in emerald, Lancaster County, Nebraska. Homer John Welch, B-11 Feb 1886; D-15 Jun 1953; Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. I have a digital copy of his obituary if you would like it. Children: Daughter; Ruth Vivian Welch B-03 May 1911 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, NE; D-23 Dec 1981; Firth, Lancaster County,NE. Buried in Lincoln Nebraska at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery. Daughter; Dorthy (Dottie) aka "Roberta" Beatrice Welch; B-22 Nov 1912, Lincoln, Lancaster County, NE; D-22 Nov 2000, Las Vegas, Clark County, NV. Married Orley Ingle 31 Dec 1930, Lincoln, Lanaster Cty, NE. Also married Gus Lauchert but info is unknown at this time. No known Children. Son Vilas Homer Welch, B-04 Dec 1916m Lincoln, Lancaster Cty, NE. Married Gertrude Hanneman. No further info.
Ruth Vivian Welch married Theodore Lewis Kraatz 16 Dec 1935 in Marysville, Marshall Cty, KS. Had five children Brenda Ilene Kraatz, B-18 Oct 1938, Lincoln, Lancaster Cty, NE; Victor Homer Kraatz, B-05 Sep 1939; D-??; Sheryl Anne Kraatz, B-03 Sep 1946; Randolph Paul Kraatz, B-15 Feb 1949; Wendy Elizabeth Kraatz, B-10 Jul 1953. I have more info if you want it all the way down to the sons and daughters and grand children of the Kraatz clan.

Re: Looking for a Christopher Bittenbender

bruceandkitty — 2010-10-13 02:21:48Z

Christoffel Bittenbender b. 1750--tombstone photo in Fetherolf cemetery is attached.

Re: Looking for a Christopher Bittenbender

bruceandkitty — 2010-10-13 02:18:57Z

Jeff: Christoffel Bittenbender (01 Aug 1750-30 June 1835) married Maria Magdalena Fetherolf (06 Mar. 1755-10 Aug. 1831). They are both buried at the Fetherolf-Bittenbender private cemetery near Hereford, Pa. They had 7 or 8 children, who lived and died in that local area.

Re: Conrad Bittenbender's family--question

bruceandkitty — 2010-09-19 18:31:40Z

I have been to the Christ Hamilton cemetery and could not find a plaque on the fence--since you live nearby, could you possibly take a photo and post or email it to me? (I don't get up to that area hardly ever). I would also like to know the murder story of Etna Bittenbender--haven't seen it posted here. I am a distant relative of John Conrad Bittenbender; my mother is a Bittenbender who still lives in Pa.

Re: Bittenbender--question for you

bruceandkitty — 2010-09-19 17:47:02Z

Judy: I do not show a William Roy Bittenbender on my tree. The children of John Bittenbender (b. 26 Aug. 1844-- married to Mary Hallman--both buried at St. Peter's Church in Macungie, Pa.) are:
Oswin (b. 17 Jan 1866), Ellamanda (b. 11 Jan. 1868) and Katherine "Kate" (b. 24 Jan. 1870). John's father was Jacob (b. 30 July 1815)whose father was also Jacob (b. 03 June 1791). I would like to know more info on William Roy Bittenbender, ie, birth/death dates, children, etc. How did they end up in Iowa?

Re: Looking for a Christopher Bittenbender

bruceandkitty — 2010-09-19 17:37:14Z

Jeff: On my tree I have Christoffel Bittenbender, born 01 Aug. 1750 who married Maria Magdalena Fetherolf, born 06 Mar. 1755. I show them having 8 children: Jacob (b. 03 June 1791), Conrad, Elizabeth (b. 15 June 1780), Maria B. (b. 06 May 1782), Susanna (b. 12 May 1784), Margaretha (b. 17 Dec. 1786), Catharina (b. 29 Apr. 1788) and Christoffel (b. 06 Apr. 1795). I am related to Jacob (b. 1791) who had a son named Jacob (b. 30 July 1815); Jacob's son was John (b. 26 Aug. 1844) who had a son Oswin (b. 1866). Oswin was my great-grandfather--his son was Ralph, my grandfather.

Re: info

RoyGehris — 2010-09-11 14:56:40Z

new email: robar39@ptd.net

Re: Bittenbender Family

D_Leachman — 2010-08-22 16:14:25Z

Hi Judy,
You thought your reply was late?!
I just uncovered the Small Leather Photo Album with pictures of and by the Bittenbenders.

I have no idea of the possible relationships between my grandparents Simon Leroy and Birdie Fast Walker. I still have not scanned the pictures, but here are some further notes. Perhaps you know some of the other names?:

Identified Pictures:
• Mintie Caston
• Sam Bittenbender
• Charly Goodeman & Nellie
• PP Blisaan(?) written in pencil (PP Bliss & Mrs. PP Bliss printed on the front of the pictures themselves.)

Unidentified Pictures:
Man late 20's or early 30's?
Woman late 20’s?
Woman 50-60?
Woman 70-80?
Young woman
Same young woman
Two young children (girl and boy?) lace collars (facing page to Sam Bittenbender)
Two young boys (seated, c. 3-4 yrs old in knickers) and standing, 7-8 yrs. old in full suit
Baby posed in chair

Would you like to have the Album?
Regards,
David R Leachman

Re: Looking for a Christopher Bittenbender

bruceandkitty — 2010-06-25 01:41:36Z

Re. Christoffel Bittenbender, born 01 Aug. 1750, died 30 June 1835 and married to Maria Magdalena nee Fetherolf, born 06 Mar. 1755, died 10 Aug. 1831. Both are buried at Fetherolf-Bittenbender cem. near Siesholtzville, Pa.--I am attaching photos. Christoffel was 1 of 4 sons of John Conrad and Anna Maria (Rothermel) Fetherolf. John Conrad was born 1716, died 02 May 1757; killed by indians while searching for stray horses. I've heard there is a plaque at Christ-Hamilton church for him, but haven't seen it. I'll be printing a personal family book on the Bittenbenders and others from the area of Berks Co, Pa., so let me know what questions/info you may have. Thanks, K.Pherson

Re: Conrad Bittenbender's family

juliaangelina — 2010-06-15 21:10:57Z

Hey,
I too, am related to John Conrad Bittenbender. In fact, I live in Hamilton Township PA, where he lived. He's buried at Christ Hamilton Lutheran Church, a few miles from my house. There is a plaque affixed on the gate to the cemetery, purchased by my great grandmother, Henrietta Walters Hobbs,( born 1890, mother, Emma Bittenbender) with her name and the names of my grandmother and two great uncles, listing our direct lineage to Conrad Bittenbender. I don't know it off the top of my head, I think I'l drive down in a bit to look it over.
Also, the murder story is Etna Bittenbender, daughter of Samuel and Margaret Bittenbender. She is buried in Mt Zion cemetery, near Sciota PA. She was killed in the woods right near where I live in Hamilton Township by a person unknown on Halloween, 1880. A relation of mine, Emma Hobbs, who, in 1890 lived in the house I currently reside was one of the last people to see her alive. According to my grandmother, we are not directly related to her, therefore, she and Conrad are not of the same line. There are so many Bittenbenders out here it's outrageous. Though I suppose they must all have come from the same place?
I've never heard the Mark Twain thing, though I would love if it were true!

Re: Anna Elizabeth Bittenbender

ebutler01 — 2010-06-13 21:16:56Z

Thank you for your response. I was trying to help a friend join DAR and she has joined. Here is her email address so you two can get together. Jane Dickey Davis, janedjohnd@cox.net. I think she will be interested in making a contact with more family. Betsy

Re: Oscar Bittenbender - 1870's Lehigh County

bruceandkitty — 2010-06-13 20:40:45Z

I am terribly interested in your photo of Oscar Bittenbender. I believe it to be Oswin Bittenbender, who was my grandfather's father. My mother's father was Ralph W. Bittenbender, born in 1896 and his father was Oswin Bittenbender who lived in Upper Milford, Lehigh Co. His old house is now in disrepair, but it still stands down the road from St. Peter's church--the official address is Alburtis, but is more along the Macungie border. Could you please email a copy of this to me--I would be thrilled? How did you find it? There were no Oscar Bittenbenders in our family, but I would almost be 100% sure it's a photo of Oswin--are you a relative? What other photos are there? I will be anxious to see the photo--you can contact me directly at phersonk@aol.com. Thanks so much, Kitty.

Re: Looking for a Christopher Bittenbender

bruceandkitty — 2010-06-13 20:35:06Z

Jeff: Christopher Bittenbender is buried at the Federolf-Bittenbender cemetery near Siesholtzville, Pa.

Re: Anna Elizabeth Bittenbender

bruceandkitty — 2010-06-13 20:33:42Z

Betsy: Re. Bittenbender family history, I have quite a bit of info on the Bittenbender family--most all of what was given to the World Tree has been verified and posted by me many years ago; I have been working on the family name for over 25 years now and think I can help you. I am away from home at the moment, but I believe I can tell you proof of Anna Elizabeth Bittenbender from my notes when I get home--John Conrad Bittenbender came from the area aroudn Pfaltz, Germany (now France) near the Alsace region and border of France/Germany. There are passenger ship records of Bittenbender arrivals in (offhand I think) abt. 1738 & 1741--they came into the Port of Philadelphia from Rotterdam after they journey from Cowes, England and sailing down the Rhine River from their homeland.

Re: David BITTENBENDER (186301928) of Lehigh Co., PA

bruceandkitty — 2010-06-13 20:24:28Z

Tony: I have also been researching Bittenbenders, and I am looking for a burial place of Jacob Bittenbender (1815-1863), son of Jacob and brother of David. Found his obit, but cannot find where he or his wife Sarah (Wagner) Bittenbender are buried. Any clues? They both died in Upper Milford, Lehigh Co. (near St. Peter's church in Macungie, Pa.)

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

katefcampbell — 2010-01-31 22:34:46Z

Hi,

I'm also a Bittenbender descendant, does anyone have any information as to why they left Germany?

Thanks,
Kate

Anna Elizabeth Bittenbender

ebutler01 — 2009-12-11 18:44:23Z

We need proofs of the parents of Anna Elizabeth. Is she the daughter of Johannes Bittenbender b. 1725 in PA? Is her mother Juliana? Is there a Bittenbender Family History? This information is needed for DAR membership. We believe Anna Elizabeth is a granddaughter of Jacob Bittenbender who served in the Revolution. Jacob b. 1752 Northampton co., PA, d. 1844 in Luzerne co., PA. His wife was Dorothy X. His son was John who married Magdalena Krum. Any assistance would be appreciated. Thank you! betsybutler@cox.net

Re: David BITTENBENDER (186301928) of Lehigh Co., PA

varkaard — 2009-11-30 13:46:49Z

Sorry - not Mr. Arner. Bruce from Allentown.

Re: David BITTENBENDER (186301928) of Lehigh Co., PA

tonybitt481 — 2009-11-30 07:06:55Z

Is this my dear old friend and colleague Mr. Arner? Please contact me-Tony

Re: David BITTENBENDER (186301928) of Lehigh Co., PA

tonybitt481 — 2009-11-30 07:05:39Z

Boy do I have something to tell you, about Jacob Bittenbender. David was a realtor back when there was like one, per state. Got stuff to share. HIT ME>

Bitt

Re: Looking for a Christopher Bittenbender

tonybitt481 — 2009-11-30 07:03:19Z

I have a cousin named Christopher.

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

tonybitt481 — 2009-11-30 07:01:38Z

Uhhh, contact me direct at tonybitt481@yahoo.com as I am direct bloodline of all three brothers, Johan, Christoffel, and George,ohh and bye the way, your forgetting their sweet dear sister, Mary, who became Mary Van Kampen. Looking forward to your contact.

Bitt

Bittenbender photos?

merrily_t — 2009-10-17 17:41:55Z

I have two lovely old portrait photos I believe belong to the Bittenbender family, possibly those who lived in Knoxville, IA -- unsure, need identification on them and accompanying snapshots. Contact me at lilliemay@mchsi.com for scans of them if you think you can help. Thanks!

Re: Conrad Bittenbender's family

lashhouse — 2009-10-16 01:34:18Z

Opps Missed Some -

Conrad Bittenbender 1738
Jacob Bittenbender 3/2/1752 - Married Dorothy Stiner
John Bittender 9/1776 Died 9/29/1851 - Married Magdalena Metzgar
Conrad Bittenbender 2/1819 Married Lavina Knorr
John K. Bittenbender.......

Re: Conrad Bittenbender's family

lashhouse — 2009-10-16 01:23:00Z

Hi - I'm related to John Conrad Bittenbender - Born 1716 Palatinale germany AKA: Conrad Bittenbender - came to US on Saint Andrews from Palatine(Platz) landed in Philadelphia, PA on October 27, 1738 with 300 passengers. His estate was settled between 1773 and 1777. We found the incident of the Indian Raid in Pennsylvania Archives under Chapter of Frontier Forts, Volume 1 Page 238 of the account of his death. Killed by Indians on 2 May 1757 (I have the court documents regarding the raid). He was my Great Great Great Grandfather. I come from his direct line.

son Conrad Bittenbender -Feb 1809-8/5/1899 - Married Lavina Bittenbender Knorr) (My Great Great Grandfather)

Their Son John K. Bittebneder 6/4/1854 Married 1/27/1881 to Alvaretta Bittenbender (Kuhn) 1/25/1957 - 1/27/1919 Born Bloomsburg, PA (My Great Grandfather)

Their Son (John Howard Bittenbender - Federal Judge Bittenbender) 6/25/1892 (My Grandfather) Married Coma Russel Bittenbender (Alford) 5/14/1899 - Born in Nashville, TN

Then my Mother (Margaret Elizabeth Bittenbender) Born 7/5/1934 - 3 Children:
Craig Hayes
Curtis Hampton
Leslie Hampton Lash

I can look up some of my informaiton on brothers, etc if anyone is looking for something. I can't find anything on my Grandmothers (the women who married to Bittenbender - line above) If anyone has anything would appreciate it.

I was always told by my mother that we were related to Mark Twain on the Bittenbender Side - I can't find how ? Anyone else know about this connection.

I also found a story about a "haunted" Bittenbender Property and a murder in PA - not sure if it the same line or not - but the names sound like it could be.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

bruceandkitty — 2009-07-21 12:47:02Z

Michael: Hi,I also am researching the Bittenbender family--my mother is Mary (Bittenbender)from Macungie, Pa. Her father was Ralph Bittenbender, grandfather Oswin Bittenbender, great-grandfather John Bittenbender, etc. and
we are from the Berks County-Hereford, Pa. area. I know there are many Bittenbenders from your area, and I have some of them in my family tree. Maybe we can compare notes--I've been working on my project over 20 yrs. We also relate to the Gery line. You can contact me at phersonk@aol.com. Thanks, K. Pherson

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

helfrich4 — 2009-07-21 11:47:50Z

This appears to be a different branch of the Bittenbeder family than the one I was looking for. My information will not be of any use to you. Best of luck with your search.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

michaelbittenbender — 2009-07-21 05:50:51Z

I am a Bittenbender, born to a William A. Phillips Bittenbender, his father was Carl Bittenbender. I was born in Scranton and I belive they are all from Lackawanna county in PA. I know my dad lived in Scranton when he was a child and moved to the Abington area. I have no clue about my relatives except for the ones still living. I do know my grandfather flew on a bomber in WWII, I have a pic of him from that ERA. I do know there are only adult boys left from this branch of the Bittenbender family. I have 2 boys and my brother has one so the name will continue for a few more generation, lol.

Michael

Re: Bittenbender

CarolEberts — 2009-07-01 09:38:10Z

According to the information I have, Christopher Bittenbender was married to Maria Magdalena Federolf. Anna Maria Rothermel was Maria Magdalena Federolf's mother.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

helfrich4 — 2008-12-14 22:20:44Z

No idea.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

cobrainbaghdad — 2008-12-14 21:20:07Z

Question: does the H in william h bittenbender stand for hendrick

Re: Bittenbender's

varkaard — 2008-04-21 02:45:22Z

Frank,

If you are still looking for Lee Amos Bittenbender, Sr.,
reply to this message. I found him in the 1900 census in Clarion Co., PA His birthdate is given as 9/1899 but I also found his WWI draft registration which gives his birthdate as 9/7/1898. He was the youngest of 15! children.

Bruce

Re: David BITTENBENDER (186301928) of Lehigh Co., PA

varkaard — 2008-04-21 02:07:38Z

Check my Rootsweb pages by searching for Jacob Bittenbender born 1815. Jacob was David's father. I recently did quite a bit of research on this family for a descendant. The database is "aardvark1".

Re: Bittenbender Cemetery location

bruceandkitty — 2008-03-15 20:59:24Z

Hi Barrie: Although your message was posted years ago, I can tell you that the old Fetherolf-Bittenbender cemetery is located in Seisholtzville, Pa, near the old homestead of Samuel Bittenbender. There are also Bittenbenders buried closeby at Huffs Church and Rauch-Hertzog cemetery in Huffs Church, Pa., and also a few at Northwoods Cemetery in Emmaus, Pa.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

bruceandkitty — 2008-02-22 22:34:41Z

Hi. Are you still doing genealogy on the Bittenbender family? I have been researching this family since the 1970s. My Bittenbender ancestors all lived in the Berks County/Lehigh County, Pa. area. Thanks, K. Pherson You can reply to me at phersonk@aol.com.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

CherylMcLain46 — 2007-05-11 02:18:34Z

I thought he might be my grandfather's brother. His name was James G. Bittenbender, born 1884 son of Reuben Bittenbender.

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

helfrich4 — 2007-05-10 10:38:59Z

Judging by the timeline, I would have to say it is unlikely that this William Bittenbender was your grandfather. The only child I know of who was born to him was Eldon James Bittenbender, who was born about 1876. Was this your father?

Re: Seeking Descendants of Bittenbender Family Lehigh County, PA

CherylMcLain46 — 2007-05-10 03:28:51Z

I believe William is my grandfather, James Bittenbender's brother. I have been able to discover a sister of them both. Her name was Frances (Brandau). If you have any information about my descendants, I would appreciate hearing from you.
Cheryl Bittenbender

Re: Bittenbender Cemetery

2005-10-31 22:34:34Z

The BITTENBENDER/FEDEROLF Cemetery is located near the village of Seisholtzville, Berks County, PA. To get there from Boyertown, PA you will need to travel North on Rt. 10 to the traffic light at Rt. 29 in Hereford, PA. Then turn left and travel for approximately 4 miles toi the village of Seisholtzville and ask for directions. The cemetery is NOT taken care of very well !!

Re: Johan Conrad Bittenbender, Northampton County, PA

2005-09-20 04:59:11Z

Hi, Judy

Johan Conrad Bittenbender was born abt. 1716 in Pfalzburg, The Palatinate, in what is now southern Germany. He arrived as an immigrant at the Port of Philadelphia and took the Oath of Allegiance there on 27 Oct. 1738.
Johan Conrad had two brothers and a sister who also came to PA later: Ann Margaretha (b.1718) arrived in PA with one of her other two brothers; Christophel (b.1721) arrived 11 Dec 1744; Johannes (b.1724/25) arrived 16 Sep 1748.

If you need more info, I have some, and "Kat in VA," a regular poster on this board, has shared a lot.