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Re: Seeking Information About My Great-Grandfather Diefenderfer

rdiefenderfer70 — 2012-10-01 19:26:04Z

My grandfather's name is Russell Sylvanus Diefenderfer. His mother's name is Helen M. Diefenderfer. Her father's name is Sylvanus Diefenderfer, her mother's name is Maria. Sylvanus Diefenderfer's father is A. Diefenderfer.

It appears my grandfather may have been born out of wedlock then my great-grandmother married an Edelman. (The Edelman family lived next door to Sylvanus and Maria Diefenderfer).

Any help you can give in determining who "A. Diefenderfer" is would help in connecting us with the ancestry family tree.

Please email me at rdiefenderfer@windstream.net

Thank you for your help.

Re: Duebendoerfer documentation project

NancyMurdock85 — 2012-07-23 23:38:25Z

Gottried Diefenderfer was my 3rd gr grandfather with my line coming down through Charity to Alexander Locke. I would be interested in this project. I have the book that Dr. John Philip Diefenderfer wrote in 1983 so know something about the history.
Nancy Murdock
nancymurdock28@yahoo.com

Children of Jakob Dubendorfer & Esther Rodelstab in Schriesheim

margadief — 2012-06-25 14:32:30Z

Research in the Schriesheim kirchebuch films has given us a listing of 8 baptisms for children of Jakob Dubendorfer & Esther Rodelstab. I've added these to my tree; if you'd like more information please contact me directly or check my Facebook page: Duebendoerfer Genealogy. Thanks! Margaret

Duebendoerfer documentation project

margadief — 2012-05-13 21:53:42Z

Several of us have begun the project of documenting the entire Duebendoerffer family tree. This includes all family lines, no matter what their current spelling, that emigrated from Bassersdorf in the 1600s-1700s.

We are collecting any relevant record on any individual - birth, baptism, death, land, tax, estate, etc., as well as appropriate photos.

The goal is to eventually place all these resources on a website where a descendant can access them without having to search individual public records, courthouses, archives and the like.

Obviously, this is a multi-year project. If you would like to contribute or be a part of this work, please e-mail me here at Ancestry with your private e-mail and I will respond back to you.

Thank you for any help you can give.

All best wishes,

Margaret Diefenderfer

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

lalderson101 — 2012-04-15 04:43:22Z

Sallye,
I believe I know of your family. The lines do lead back to Johan Michael and Johan Alexander. I would enjoy being in touch if you still are on this list. Please feel free to contact me directly at Pamalot at nc dot rr dot com.
Laura

Re: Diffenderfer crest

lalderson101 — 2012-04-15 04:40:44Z

Jeff, I am also descended from Alexander and would be interested in sharing information. Do you have JP Diefendefer's book regarding the artifacts in Bassersdorf?Please feel free to contact me at Pamalot at nc dot rr dot com.

Laura

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

margadief — 2012-02-04 16:21:41Z

Mark,
Did you ever get an answer to your posting of last March?

According to my research, Henry T (Heinrich) Diefenderfer b.1808 was a son of Phillip Diefenderfer b.1772 and Anna Maria Stephan.

Regards,

Margaret Diefenderfer

Re: Diefenderfer

harrymansue — 2012-02-01 01:39:22Z

I am your grandmothers niece. My mom is Roberta Rydzeski (Diefenderfer) My mother has just passed and Aunt Carolyn has been a god sent to us kids. I know it was tough on her for she always kept in contact with my mom. And we are now keeping in contact with her. I miss everyone out in California. I do talk with uncle paul every now and then on facebook. I was just surfing for any info on our family. If you have info thst would be helpfull it would be much appreciated.. Thank you Susan Harryman (Rydzeski)_

Mildred Defendorf

margadief — 2011-11-17 14:39:22Z

Hi Kenneth,

I believe we're related through a common ancestor in Switzerland. Your 13th great-grandfather, Peter Diebendorffer, was born in Bassersdorf at about the same time that my 13th great Grandfather, Peter Dubendorfer, was born in the same place. Bassersdorf is about 3 miles from Dubendorf, which is where the family originated. The variant spellings were common, and they sound almost identical in German. Its very unlikely that they were not related in some way.

I'm working towards getting the entire US Dubendorfer line, with all its variants, on one family tree. Hence my inclusion of your grandmother, Mildred. Feel free to look it over and let me know if I have missed anything on your part of the tree.

Best regards,

Margaret

Re: Entire Dubendorf-Diefenderfer-Diffenderffer et al family tree?

user742 — 2011-11-15 00:35:53Z

Hello Margaret,

How are you related to Mildred Defendorf? I am her grandson and I have numerous pictures of her if you are interested.

kcw
Kenneth Ward
Denver, Colorado

Florence Diefenderfer Tims 1918-2011 Ohio

Contribution — 2011-08-19 16:23:38Z

HOWLAND TOWNSHIP – Florence Marie Tims, 93, passed away at 6:41 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at Shepherd of the Valley in Howland.

She was born April 22, 1918, in Warren, Ohio (Trumbull County) the daughter of Clifford and Adeline (Shute) Diefenderfer.

A lifetime area resident, Florence was a 1936 graduate of Howland High School and was a Southpaw basketball player on the last girl’s team to win the TIA Championship in 1936.

She also was a member of the National Honor Society and was a member of the Commercial Team that won the county and Ohio State championships for typing.

She graduated from the Warren Beauty School in 1937 and worked in the Beauty Shop until she was hired at Packard Electric in the personnel department, where she worked until 1951.

Florence played on the basketball team for Packard Electric in the Warren City League and won the championship.

In 1946, she became a member of the Central Christian Church of Warren, where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school.

She also bowled in the “Hits and Misses” bowling league and was a volunteer at Trumbull Memorial Hospital for 17 years.

She loved music and was an accomplished pianist. In her early years, she played piano in a band known as “The Corny Four.”

On June 16, 1951, she married Eugene Jay Tims and they raised four beautiful children together.
He preceded her in death July 6, 1992.

She also was preceded in death by a brother, Howard Diefenderfer and a sister, Alice Milway.

She will be deeply missed by her children, Mary Jo (John) Cox of Saline, Michigan, Clifford J. Tims of Howland, Ohio, James H. Tims of Howland, Janet M. (Dana) Brown of Ravenna Township; and three grandchildren, Elyssa (Shailesh) Saini, Shaun Cox and Britain Cox.
She also leaves a sister-in-law, Helen Diefenderfer of Austintown, Ohio.

There will be a private graveside service at the North Jackson Cemetery. The Rev. Stephen Brown will officiate.

The Roberts-Clark Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

The family suggests that material contributions be made to the Central Christian Church of Warren, Ohio or to Shepherd of the Valley in Howland, Ohio.

Please visit www.robertsclarkchapel.com to view this obituary or send condolences online.

http://www.vindy.com/news/tributes/2011/aug/19/florence-mari...

Trumbull
mahoning

Re: Entire Dubendorf-Diefenderfer-Diffenderffer et al family tree?

margadief — 2011-08-06 16:15:32Z

Thanks Brian. I also have a copy of John Philip Diefenderfer's book; my parents bought several when they did some genealogical work a number of years ago. I also have a txt file of Frank Reid Diffenderffer's book from the early 1900s. My question was actually a bit broader than that - I was wondering if anyone has created a complete family tree connecting all the different Duebendorfer lines here in the US. If not, I'm thinking of doing it myself.

Regards,

Margaret

Re: Entire Dubendorf-Diefenderfer-Diffenderffer et al family tree?

NDiefenderfer — 2011-08-04 01:06:46Z

Margaret -

Hello. I have some info (for my branch) dating back to Johann Alexander Dubenforfer (b. 1702).

Also, please take a look for the book entitled "The Dubendorfer-Diefenderfer Origins" by John Philip Diefenderfer. It was published in 1983. You can find a copy through Interlibrary Loan. It has much detail on the family from the Palentine area but mostly traces John's family branch in the US.

Hope this helps.

Brian Diefenderfer

Entire Dubendorf-Diefenderfer-Diffenderffer et al family tree?

margadief — 2011-07-14 21:18:31Z

Does anyone know of a relatively complete tree for the US family? I would love to have a copy, or work with people to put one together. I have my own family line back to Dubendorf, but that's only a small part of the whole.

Thanks for the help!

Margaret Diefenderfer

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

RobinMason56 — 2011-04-05 21:43:32Z

David - if you get this, I would like to see what you have on the family. My father's maternal grandmother was Phoebe Diffendaffer and married Sidney Fuller. They are buried in Deer Ridge, MO. I have some photos, etc., of headstones, and information if you are open to sharing data.

Feel free to email me direct at rmrmason1@gmail.com

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

MarkDief86 — 2011-03-10 17:13:33Z

I need major help on my family tree and am stuck on my father's side (Diefenderfer).

Frank R. Diefenderfer (my great grandfather)
1902-1965

his father

Edward A Diefenderfer (1873 - 1909) Berks Co, PA

Henry T Diefenderfer (1834 -1894)

Henry T Diefenderfer (1808 - 1885)

I can't find anything after that

Re: Diffenderfer crest

RobinMason56 — 2011-02-11 00:46:22Z

Well Jeff, I'm a descendant of the Diffendaffer's that settled in Deer Ridge, MO. Alexander is buried there. My great grandmother Phebe Diffendaffer married Sidney Fuller. When very young, I got to meet Great Uncle "Pon" Diffendaffer. My father and my youngest brother's daughters took a road down memory lane and went to the Mt Salem Cemetery where they are buried. Have a great zip file of the trip if you're interested. I'd love any data you would be willing to share also. My niece Katie, she would always get the Diffendaffer name mixed up and call them Daffodils. They love knowing about the Diffendaffer relationship. If you'd like, feel free to email me directly at rmrmason1@gmail.com

Re: Diffenderfer crest

jtdiffen1 — 2011-02-09 16:53:46Z

My name is Jeffrey T. Diffenderfer, and I am a direct decendant of Alexander Dubendorf, per family bible records.

I am most interested in the crest you mention on you post at Ancestry.com and would be grateful for any further information, photos, geneological records you may have in your posession. My research has been considerable, but I am seeking more information regarding the early Dubendorf family in Switzerland.

Thanks,

Jeff Diffenderfer

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

RobinMason56 — 2010-04-19 01:00:56Z

This is an old post, but, would like to exchange any Diffendaffer information you may have. They are my ancestors also. Feel free to email me directly at rmrmason1@gmail.com

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

RobinMason56 — 2010-01-17 19:58:52Z

I believe I can help you. The pioneers that settled in NE MO Diffendaffer's are also my ancestors. In fact, they are buried in Deer Ridge, MO in the Mt. Salem Cemetery on property that was given by the Diffendaffer family. There's still a living Diffendaffer that gave me a tree that she had put together plus photos. I've yet to get the photos scanned, but, plan to do so. I'm a tenth generation Mason lineage and my father's grandmother was Phebe Diffendaffer that married Sidney Fuller. I have scanned photos of our visit there last Memorial Day. I'm open to sharing anything that I have. feel free to email me directly at rmrmason1@gmail.com

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

RobinMason56 — 2010-01-04 02:44:55Z

I would be interested in any information you may have on the Diffendaffer lineage. My gggrandparents are Diffendaffers. Feel free to email directly at rmrmason1@gmail.com

Edward A. Diefenderfer

MarkDief86 — 2009-08-26 13:07:58Z

I'm making a Diefenderfer family tree and am having a real difficult time finding any information this person's parents.

Edward A. Diefenderfer
Birth: 1873 Pennsylvania
Death: 1909
Married to Eva Brown (1876 – 1951)

children:
Frank Russel
David Charles
Daniel

If you have any information no Edward's parents please share with me? markdief86@aol.com

Re: Seeking Information About My Great-Grandfather Diefenderfer

mara664 — 2009-08-23 23:03:40Z

I have several Diefenderfer's from that area in my tree, but so far no Russell. Do you happen to have any information on anyone else or births and deaths to help out? I could then see if there is a tie somewhere in the one I have.

Re: Pictures found

mara664 — 2009-08-23 22:59:00Z

I have a David Solomon Diefenderfer in my tree b.April 4, 1864 d.June 12, 1948 unknown yet as to whom he married but do have other info on him if this will be of any help.

Dawn

Re: Diefenderfer

mara664 — 2009-07-24 20:23:18Z

Carl W Diefenderfer b. July 3, 1912 d. June 5, 1994, married Martha (no info on her yet). 4 children: Carl W. Jr, James, Sally and Trudy. Carl had a second spouse: Luella and 4 children by her: Harriet, Mary Ann, Norma Jean and Pauline. Let me know if this helps.

Good Luck In Your Search
Dawn

Re: Daniel Jean Diefenderfer

mara664 — 2009-07-24 20:05:14Z

If your still looking for info I believe that I have alot of it for you.

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

ancestry1s47f448seug5u8t797c6fu6rd3u3 — 2008-08-08 01:20:18Z

I received a nice package of information from my grandmother this year on my ancestry. It traces back to Alexander and as well to Dübendorf. I'm working on compiling what I've received and republishing it out to a site as well as updating our tree on here.

Diefenderfer

khayes993 — 2008-02-28 17:10:24Z

My maternal grandfather was carl William Diefenderfer Jr. He was from Lancaster PA and was in the Airforce. I know of his brother Jim in Lutz,FL and he has a sister I think Marianne in PA in Norma jean and Trudy in FL as well. Is anyone related to this Diefenderfer branch? His mom and das names were Carl Diefenderfer Sr. and Martha Diefenderfer.

Pictures found

TracyMcClain35 — 2007-03-11 19:38:41Z

I have in my possession an old album filled with pictures of many Diefender's. I also have a picture I have found of David S. Difenderfer and one of his son Frank both of Erie, PEnn. I would love to share these with other Diefenderfer's. I am also trying to figure out how my grandparent's are connected as we have two albums of this family.

Clarence R. Diefenderfer 1913-1971

puppup — 2007-02-13 11:21:03Z

OBITUARY: The Morning Press, Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, Friday, September 17, 1971
Clarence R. Diefenderfer, fifty-eight, 997 Marbrook lane, York, died yesterday morning after being stricken with a heart attack while traveling in Adams county.
He was the husband of Vivian G. Callaway Diefenderfer. Also surviving is a son, Mark.
He was born in Delano, Pa., son of the late Fred W. and Edna E. Hartzel Diefenderfer. He was a former resident of Bloomsburg and served on the staff of the local Boy Scout Council. For the past five years he had been assistant executive director of the York-Adams County Boy Scout Council.
During World War II he served with the Army in India.
He was a member of Faith United Church of Christ of York.
Funeral services will be Monday at ten a.m. from the William E. Small Funeral Home, Roosevelt and Madison avenue, York. Burial will be at two-thirty p.m. Monday at Sky View Memorial Park, Hometown, Schuylkill county.

Re: Looking for Diefenderfers in PA

s_stamis — 2006-06-05 21:49:37Z

I am not sure if these men are a part of your family, but thought you might be interested.

Ref: Town and Country Newspaper
Pennsburg, Montgomery County, PA
Saturday - July 18, 1903

WILL NOT OPPOSE BROTHER

Thomas F. DIEFENDERFER, of Allentown, has withdrawn as a candidate for the
Judgeship of Lehigh County. His brother John is a candidate for the same office
and rather than oppose him Thomas decided to withdraw. The remaining
candidates are John DIEFENDERFER, C.A. GROMAN, M.C. HENNINGER and ex-Judge Edward
HARVEY. From present indications the fight will be between HARVEY and GROMAN.

Re: Looking for Diefenderfers in PA

s_stamis — 2006-06-05 21:49:37Z

this article refers to a Hannah Diefenderfer of PA married to Jonas Yerk

Ref: Town and Country Newspaper
Pennsburg, Montgomery County, PA
Saturday - August 1, 1903

THE DEATH LIST

Jonas YERK, well advanced in years and suffering from another stroke of
apoplexy, died last Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. KRIEBEL, near
Spinnerstown, Bucks county. He was in his 86th year and for several years was
speechless and partly helpless otherwise from the effects of a previous stroke.
Deceased was born near Schultzville, Berks county. He operated the farm where
he died. His wife, nee Hannah DIEFENDERFER, preceded him in death some
eighteen months. Three children survive: Mrs. Addison SEIBERT, of Macungie; Miss
Annie YERK, at home with her sister at Spinnerstown, and Mrs. KRIEBEL. The funeral
was held on Tuesday, interment was made at the Baptist church, Macungie.
Revs. Wm. GEHMAN and Wm. MOHR officiated.

Thomas and John Diefenderfer of Allentown 1903 news article

s_stamis — 2006-06-05 21:49:37Z

Ref: Town and Country Newspaper
Pennsburg, Montgomery County, PA
Saturday - July 18, 1903

WILL NOT OPPOSE BROTHER

Thomas F. DIEFENDERFER, of Allentown, has withdrawn as a candidate for the
Judgeship of Lehigh County. His brother John is a candidate for the same office
and rather than oppose him Thomas decided to withdraw. The remaining
candidates are John DIEFENDERFER, C.A. GROMAN, M.C. HENNINGER and ex-Judge Edward
HARVEY. From present indications the fight will be between HARVEY and GROMAN.

Hannah Diefenderfer 1903 PA news article

s_stamis — 2006-06-05 21:49:37Z

Ref: Town and Country Newspaper
Pennsburg, Montgomery County, PA
Saturday - August 1, 1903

THE DEATH LIST

Jonas YERK, well advanced in years and suffering from another stroke of
apoplexy, died last Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. KRIEBEL, near
Spinnerstown, Bucks county. He was in his 86th year and for several years was
speechless and partly helpless otherwise from the effects of a previous stroke.
Deceased was born near Schultzville, Berks county. He operated the farm where
he died. His wife, nee Hannah DIEFENDERFER, preceded him in death some
eighteen months. Three children survive: Mrs. Addison SEIBERT, of Macungie; Miss
Annie YERK, at home with her sister at Spinnerstown, and Mrs. KRIEBEL. The funeral
was held on Tuesday, interment was made at the Baptist church, Macungie.
Revs. Wm. GEHMAN and Wm. MOHR officiated.

Mary Jane Diefenderfer

2005-09-13 11:42:50Z

I am looking for information about Mary Jane Diefenderfer's marriage to Theodore J. Koehler.

Carol Diefenderfer

sarahallock — 2005-03-09 00:44:02Z

Corol Diefenderfer Married to Mary Myrtle
Children: Bernard,Marie, Keith, Carolyn,
Jeanie and Lucille. Children born in Nebraska
Carolyn Diefenderfer is my grandmother. She married
Gerald Boudreau and they had 2 kids. Janet and Joyce
Janet married Jeff Allen and had 2 kids as well, Sara and Chris.
Joyce married Mark Porter and had 2 kids, Jessica and Jennifer.
Any of this look familiar? Please contact me

Diefenderfer

sarahallock — 2005-03-09 00:44:02Z

Would you happen to have a Carol Diefenderfer anywhere in your family tree? He and my great-grandfather lived in Nebraska at one time. That is where my grandmother, Carolyn Diefenderfer-Boudreau was born.

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

2004-10-20 22:35:39Z

Hello I don't know if I can be of any help Alexander Diffendaffer is my 6 time great grandfather and then decended from his son James. I have been trying to locate any information on my family and trying to go back as far as possible. I am stuck at Alexander (don't know his parents info or beyond). There is a book "The Folks" by D. Ray Wilson with our famlies info in there it's not complete but may answer some of your questions. If you have any info you could pass to me I would greatly apprecitate it. THANK YOU
and so you know the info you listed below is correct.

Re: 12750 Diff's by many spellings

crbbruc — 2004-08-04 04:49:08Z

hello my name is linda aldy crabtree my mothers name was carrie ledford aldy diffenderfer, she was married to lloyd diffenderfer somtime around 1958-the time she died in nov
81 or 1982. buried in middletown, pa.
they had 4 daughters, cheryl, donna, dolly, & cathy!!!!
they are my half sisters!!do u know where i can find them
married names are cheryl ?, donna wilsbach, dolly akenbach
& cathy nelson!!do u know if they are in pa. hope to here from u soon!!!

Looking for Diefenderfers in PA

JCandy1959 — 2004-05-26 17:56:31Z

This is what I have:

Roy Diefenderfer, born Lewisburg, PA in the late 1890's, resided in Ashley, PA in adult years.

John S. Diefenderfer (father of Roy), also from Lewisburg.

Joel K. Diefenderfer (father of John), born Germany, migrated to USA and resided in Lewisburg, PA.

Diefenderfers in PA

JCandy1959 — 2004-05-26 17:56:31Z

Well, I found more info since my posting in March. Seems as though Joel K. didn't come over from Germany. Someone just wrote to me and gave me his father's name, Paul Frederick. Paul's parents were Jacob and Mary Ann. Joel was from Lewisburg. Joel's children were Lizzie, John S. and Minnie. Joel's wife was Catherine. Any matches to what you have? Thanks!

Roy Diefenderfer

JCandy1959 — 2004-05-26 17:56:31Z

Hey - THIS IS TOO COOL! I have Max and your husband on my tree, and would LOVE to share info with you.

My E-mail is JCandy277@cs.com. PLEASE WRITE!

Reply to "Relatives"

JCandy1959 — 2004-05-26 17:56:31Z

Hello Anthony! Who was your uncle?

Please write to me. My e-mail is Jcandy277@cs.com

Hope to hear from you soon!

Obit: Bridgetta (O'Donnell) Diefenderfer, d. Dec. 8 1972

JLBURKET — 2004-05-12 23:55:23Z

[Note: I am not researching any of these families. Just posting this obit because it was on the same page as an obit I tracked down for an RAOGK request.]

The Allentown Morning Call
Allentown, PA
Saturday, December 9, 1972
Page 14

Mrs. Bridgetta Diefenderfer of Bethlehem R. 3 died Friday in Quakertown Hospital. She was 76. Born in Freeland, Luzerne County, she was a daughter of the late Hugh and Grace (O’Donnell) O’Donnell. She was the widow of Ralph E. Diefenderfer. She was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Colesville. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Grace Nauroth of Bethlehem R. 3; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Kuka of Bethlehem, and Mrs. John O’Donnell and Mrs. Alice Fluck, both of Allentown, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday in the James T. Downing Fkuneral Home, 9th Avenue and W. Broad St., Bethlehem, followed at 9:30 by a Mass of the Resurrection in Ss. Simon and Jude Catholic Church, Bethlehem. Calling hours will be 7-9 p.m. Monday.

Irene (Barna) Diefenderfer obituary

puppup — 2004-02-03 16:47:58Z

Source: Reading Eagle, Reading, PA Dec. 30, 2003
Deceased: Diefenderfer, Irene B (Barna)
Age: 78
Birth date:
Birth place: Wolf Run, OH
Death date: Dec. 28, 2003
Place of death: Reading, PA

For a copy of full obit send email to:
dactackm@jlink.net
No relation to the deceased

Irene (Barna) Diefenderfer obituary

puppup — 2004-02-03 16:45:43Z

Obit: William M. Diefenderfer, d. April 4 1983

JLBURKET — 2004-01-16 12:17:26Z

[Note: I am not researching any of these families. Just posting this obit because it was on the same page as an obit I tracked down for an RAOGK request.]

The Allentown Morning Call
Allentown, PA
Tuesday, April 5, 1983

William M. Diefenderfer, 62, of 2838 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown, past district commissioner of District 3 Minsi Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America, died Monday in Allentown Hospital. He was the husband of Olga (Holowka) Diefenderfer. He was a utility operator at Western Electric Co., Allentown Works, for 30 years before retiring in October. Born in Allentown, he was a son of Dr. Frank C. Diefenderfer Sr. of Bethlehem and the late Myrtle E. (Larosh) Diefenderfer. He was a member of St. Michael’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Allentown, where he was past president of the church council. He received the Silver Beaver Award, scouting’s highest service award in 1967 and the Lamb Award from the church for scouting service in 1964. In 1969, he was given the Mankind Award by the Sertoma Club, Allentown. Surviving with his widow and father are a stepdaughter Constance, wife of Charles L. Knecht Jr. of Fountain Hill; four brothers, Dr. Frank C. Jr. of Winter Park, Fla., Richard T. of Allentown, Charles F. of Lebanon and Clinton R. of Catasauqua; a sister, Mrs. Jeannette E. Stoneback of Palm, and three grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Clinton R. Diefenderfer Funeral Home, 1064 Fifth St., North Catasauqua. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Re: Dubendorf

2003-11-30 23:08:49Z

I have information on John Dubendorf.

Re: Diffenderfer by many spellings.

2003-10-31 07:11:42Z

I am looking for information on my 3rd great grandfather Alexander Diefenderfer (later changed to Diffendaffer). The information that I have on him is that he is reportedly born in Maryland about 1786 and married a Lucinda. I am not sure of this information on location of birth. He and his wife had a son James Alexander born in Maryland 10 June 1831. I understand that Alexander Diefenderfer was a blacksmith by trade . He had been married previously, but his wife and child died in a fire when his blacksmith shop caught fire. I am trying to make the connection as to hwere this all fits with the two brothers that came over from Germany / Switzerland. any help would greatly be appreciated.
Thank you,
Sallye Johnston

Teresa Dietz Melton

neyoung — 2002-08-16 08:55:31Z

She lived in Dallas, Texas -born around
1935/36. Her father, Paul Dietz, worked for
Sherman Williams,the paint co. for many years
She has a brother named Dick. They lived in
Ft. Worth during 1951/2. They moved to Memphis
Tenna in the 1960's.