Rohrbach - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Book of Rohrbach (Rohrabaugh)

M2342PR — 2011-11-07 18:29:28Z

Do you know of any books that would cover the Rohrbachs who lived in Lower Macungie, Lehigh County, PA later than 1821? According to the 1900 census my great grandfather George Rohrbach was living there at that time. He was born in Mar 1852. He and his wife Angelina or Engilina Reese had three children: Francis, James Monroe and Lydia.

Charles Lawton Roorbach

jmarthia — 2011-11-05 23:02:11Z

I'm looking for information that will assist in proving that Charles L. Roorbach was the son of John O. Roorbach and Mary F. Lawton. He was born about 1821 in Jersey City, NJ, but the family lived mostly in NYC/Brooklyn. His wife was Mary Jenkins, and after they married they moved to St. Clair, PA. Thanks!

Re: Book of Rohrbach (Rohrabaugh)

jmarthia — 2011-11-05 22:59:16Z

Are you still doing look-ups?? Does your volume, by any chance, mention a Charles Lawton Roorbach (b. 1821) in possibly Jersey City. His parents were John O. Roorbach and Mary F. Lawton. They lived in NYC.

Re: Rohrbach (Rohrbaugh)

rohrbatn — 2011-07-15 03:43:24Z

Has anyone traced the Rohrbach family beyond Nichlauss Rohrbach, b.1535? I haven't been able to find any information dated before that. I'm a descendant of the Rohrbach/Rohrbaugh family that settled in the Codorus Township, York County, PA area. Christian Rohrbach was my great x7 grandfather, and Nichlauss Rohrbach was my great x13 grandfather.

Rohrbach family of Berks County, PA in 1700's

spwrc — 2011-06-20 02:44:17Z

Recently I found a handwritten paper my aunt gave me years ago. Someone found the information at Huff's Church, Hereford Twp., PA: She wrote: "Pioneer Hans Jurg Rohrbach - occupation -carpenter - Landed in Philadelphia, PA, Oct 17, 1732, and settled there. Died June 1760. She listed his wife as Christina Moser, and their children were Christina, Lorenz (or Lorentz), George, John, Simon and Eva. If anyone has information on this family, please contact me at spwrc@suddenlink.net One of the wives' names was Elizabeth Gauker, which I already had in my family tree and records. I *think* our ancestor is Lorenz, but I'm having a little trouble connecting the dots.
I'm happy to share what I have as well.
Thanks, Carol Lee, Texas

Re: James Monroe Rohrbach

M2342PR — 2011-06-18 02:36:36Z

Sorry, no pictures of anyone in military uniform. I only have pictures of couples and individuals mostly professionally taken and from about the early 1900's.

Re: James Monroe Rohrbach

musikldy1 — 2011-06-18 02:36:16Z

Yes my name is Ellen. My email is momlager@yahoo.com. The only Ziegler pictures I have are of John and his family. I put John's picture in the Ziegler Family on Ancestry. Benjamin Ziegler was in the Civil War so if there are any pictures of men with Civil War Uniforms in the album I would very much like to see them.
Thank you.

Re: James Monroe Rohrbach

M2342PR — 2011-06-11 02:38:27Z

I have my grandmother Rosa Ziegler Rohrbach's old photo album but none of the people pictured are named. Since your grandfather was Rosa's brother, I was wondering if you have any old family photos with the people identified. If so, would you be willing to allow me to e-mail you some of the pictures so you can compare them to the photos you have. That way I might be able to put some names to the people pictured. The photos are mostly professional and probably taken in the early 1900's. If your name is Ellen, we have e-mailed each other before and I still have your e-mail address.
Thanks
Pat

Re: James Monroe Rohrbach

musikldy1 — 2011-06-09 03:03:47Z

John Ziegler brother to Rosa Ziegler was my grandfather. There were several other siblings. Wilson Ziegler, Albert Ziegler, Ellie Ziegler, Annie Ziegler (died very young), Frank Ziegler. I only have Rohrbach information that I found on Ancestry but I have alot of info on the Zieglers.

Re: Robert Rohrbach

dallas31122 — 2011-03-25 16:10:49Z

im robert rohrbach from wareham mass im 26 years old born 4/20/84 email me at dallas31122@verizon.net if u wanna chat.

Re: Rohrbach's are in Alabama

lewisbunkerrohrbach — 2011-02-20 18:10:23Z

As Ronnee mentioned to you last year, I have a great deal of information on all of the Rohrbachs of America, including some information on your own line.

If you would like to exchange information, email me at:
lewisrohrbach@hotmail.com.

Lewis Bunker Rohrbach

Arthur D. "Joe" Rohrbach, 96,born in Topton, Pa., Berks County, son of .Amandus Z. and Annie (Shankweiler) Rohrbach.

KENNELLYMARKA — 2011-01-15 20:40:20Z

Arthur D. ‘Joe’ Rohrbach
April 19, 1914 - Dec. 30, 2010
January 14, 2011

Arthur D. "Joe" Rohrbach, 96, Seminole, Fla., passed away Dec. 30, 2010,
He was born in Topton, Pa., Berks County, son of the late Amandus Z. and Annie (Shankweiler) Rohrbach. He moved to the Seminole area in 1985 from Williamsburg.

Surviving are a loving daughter, Jane R. (Charles) Meyer of Seminole, Fla.; two grandchildren: Kelly M. (Geoff) Foster of Largo, Fla., and Jeffrey C. (Kellie) Meyer of Springfield, Va.; and five great-grandchildren: Adam C. Foster, Louis T. Foster and Owen G. Foster, all of Largo, and Calvin J. Meyer and Austin J. Meyer, both of Springfield.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Frances Fay, in 1985; a son, David Fay, in 1990; a brother, Earl James; and a sister, Helen Mae Rohrbach.

Arthur was a 1932 graduate of Emmaus High School and a 1937 graduate of Penn State University with a bachelor's degree in industrial arts education. In 1952, he received a master's degree in education from Penn State. He taught industrial arts at Williamsburg High School for 20 years. In 1958, he was elected by the Williamsburg School Board to the position of supervising principal of Williamsburg School District, a position he held until his retirement in 1976.

Arthur was a member of the Highland Presbyterian Church of Largo and a former member of First Presbyterian Church in Williamsburg, where he was a trustee and president of the Presbyterian Cemetery Association, and he also served as church treasurer for many years. He also served as treasurer of the Williamsburg Betterment Corporation for 17 years.

He was very active in education circles, serving on the Executive Committee of the Central District of the Pennsylvania State Education Association. He also was a past president of the Blair County branch of the PSEA and a member of the Lion's Club for more than 60 years. His last affiliation was with the Clearwater Lions Club, where he was Lion of the Year in 1996-97.

After moving to Florida, Arthur enjoyed shuffleboard, bingo and playing cards, especially pinochle. He also loved football, rooting for Penn State, and baseball, first as a Pittsburgh Pirates fan and later a Tampa Bay Rays fan.

A memorial service will be held in Williamsburg at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be offered to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 13067, Alexandria, VA 22312.

Arrangements are by Moss Feaster Funeral Home, Largo, Fla.

First Presbyterian Church ."

Rohrbach in Mecklar

WolfgangFischer1959 — 2010-12-04 21:10:33Z

"Kreisanzeiger am Sonntag" vom 31. Okt. 2010:

Danksagung von Jens und Sabrina Rohrbach geb. Leiter
fuer die Glueckwuensche, Aufmerksamkeiten und Geschenke zur Hochzeit.

Re: Lydia Rohrbach - Reading Pa

M2342PR — 2010-12-04 21:09:44Z

It is possible your Lydia would have been my great aunt. If this is the same Lydia, her parents would have been George and Angelian or Engilina (Reese) Rohrbach. Her brothers were James Monroe 1881-1958 (my grandfather) and Francis. (As an adult Francis lived in Reading, PA.) They lived in Lower Macungie, Lehigh County, PA in 1900 according to the census from that year. George was born in March 1852 and Angelina in Nov 1851. Not sure about birthdates of Lydia or Francis.

Re: Catherine Rohrbach & Abraham McCleary - PA

lewisbunkerrohrbach — 2010-10-19 20:47:07Z

Many genealogical libraries have copies; you will be able to order one from a library other than the LDS.

Re: Catherine Rohrbach & Abraham McCleary - PA

rturn2us_1 — 2010-10-18 22:11:51Z

I see a reference to your book written in 1970. Unfortunately, the closest libraries to me do not have it and it is not one that Salt Lake will put on interlibrary loan. I am looking for the pages that include Catherine's link to her parents: Christian and Suzannah (Lau). It also sounds like you have the information on Catherine and her marriage to Abraham McCleary with a listing of their 14 kids as I am descended through their son Franklin. Any information on ordering your book or getting .jpgs of the respective pages would be appreciated. Thank you.

Re: Catherine Rohrbach & Abrahamn McCleary - PA

rturn2us_1 — 2010-10-18 19:41:27Z

I am descended through Robert's brother Franklin Rohrbaugh McCleary who married Henrietta Lawson. Did you ever get ahold of one of the Rohrbach books? According to a DAR application it was used as proof that Catherine's parents were Christian Rohrbaugh and Suzannah Lau. I am looking for the page number and to find out if it also lists Catherine's marriage to Abraham and lists her children to include in my DAR application.

Re: Rohrbach's are in Alabama

ronnee — 2010-09-11 15:39:21Z

I, too, am descended from one of the Chicago families of ROHRBACH'S but, without dates and a bit more info we cannot establish a connection.
Balthasar ROHRBACH b. 31 Aug. 1831 in Hesse Darmstadt
d. 8 Sept. 1881
He married Catherine (poss. METZEL) b. 1825 in Hesse Darmstadt
They had the following children, as far asw I know right now:
Elizabeth Rohrbach 1852 –
Lizzie Rohrbach 1859 –
Charles Rohrbach 1862 –
Louisa L Rohrbach 1865 –
1954 Louis Rohrbach 1871 –
You will find a few of them on findagrave.com laid to rest in Graceland Cemetery, Chicago, Illinois.
If you can get in touch with Lewis Bunker Rohrbach, he has a plethora of info on the ROHRBACH'S.
Also, I have a tree at ancestry.com under the title of Lettmann/Unbehaun.
Happy Hunting
Ronnee

Rohrbach's are in Alabama

byob146 — 2010-09-11 05:06:59Z

My name is Paul Rohrbach, My father is Royal Edward Rohrbach and his father was Christian Rohrbach, My uncles name was Clyde and lived in New York. My grandparents lived in Chicago until late in life moving to Florida. Our family is now in Alabama. I have two brothers, Edward Jr. and Tim and a sister names Cathy. We all have children here. I have never been able to find any direct relatives alive or past on this side of my family. I thought this might be a good place to look.

Rohrbach in Neukirchen (Kr. Hersfeld)

WGFGER — 2010-08-02 18:57:42Z

"Kreisanzeiger am Mittwoch" vom 28. Juli 2010:

Danksagung von Anika Rohrbach geb. Dahl und Bernd Rohrbach
fuer die Glueckwuensche, Geschenke und Ueberraschungen zur Hochzeit.

Anni Rohrbach, 1929 - 2010

WGFGER — 2010-08-02 18:57:14Z

"Kreisanzeiger am Sonntag" vom 27. Juni 2010:

Nach langer, schwerer Krankheit muessen wir Abschied nehmen von meiner lieben Frau, meiner lieben Mutter, Oma und Uroma

Anni Rohrbach
geb. Schul

* 26. Jan. 1929
+ 20. Juni 2010

In Liebe und Dankbarkeit

Ludwig
Dieter und Gerda
Marion, Peter, Jasmin
und alle Verwandten

Die Trauerfeier zur Urnenbeisetzung findet am 29. Juni 2010 um 14 Uhr in der Friedhofskapelle Breitenbach a. H. statt.

Re: Rohrbachs of PA

M2342PR — 2010-07-08 20:25:38Z

In your post on Mar 18, 2000 you stated there are many books on Rohrbachs of PA. If you know of a book that includes George and Angelina who lived in Lower Macungie in 1900 I would be interested in buying it. If you know the title and author of such a book I would like to know what they are. George was born Mar 1852 and his wife Angelina Reese was born Nov 1851 and they had 2 sons, Francis and James Monroe and a daughter Lydia. James was born Feb 7, 1881.

ROHRBACHs of PA 1700s

2010-07-08 20:24:20Z

Looking for researchers of ROHRBACHs of PA in 1700s. Contact me at df1210@aol.com

Rohrbach in Braach

WGFGER — 2010-06-14 19:45:35Z

"Kreisanzeiger am Sonntag" vom 6. Juni 2010:

Danksagung von Elli und Peter Rohrbach
fuer die Glueckwuensche, Blumen und Geschenke zur Diamantenen Hochzeit.

James Monroe Rohrbach

M2342PR — 2010-06-03 20:21:43Z

I am new to this and need help. I am looking for relatives of my grandfather James Monroe Rohrbach, born in Macungie Township, Pa Feb 7, 1881 died July 19, 1958, son of George Rohrbach and Angelina (Reese) Rohrbach. He had a brother Francis and a sister Lydia.
James was married to Rosa R Ziegler born in Vera Cruz, Pa Sept 9, 1883, died Aug 1, 1955. She was the daughter of Benjamin and Mary (Kulp) Ziegler. She had 3 sisters, Mrs Emma Hillegass, Mrs Sallie Boehm and Mrs Annie Rape and a brother John Ziegler.

Re: Berks County, PA Rohrbach

d11175 — 2010-05-10 17:00:22Z

There is a Reading Eagle article dated June 28, 1892, regarding a family reunion for the Rohrbach family. It mentions a Charles Rohrbach, 80 years of age, in the District Twp. Unfortunately the article does not name any of those present such as a wife.

http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=dU8lAAAAIBAJ&sjid=n...

I wonder if the Berks County Historical Society in Reading could help you make a connection to his spouse and parents.

Re: Berks County, PA Rohrbach

carolynkeene1 — 2010-05-06 20:09:13Z

Based on that obit for Mary Rohrbach, I checked for the names of those married daughters at the Berks Co. website. There was a marriage in 1899 of a William M. Hassler to a Ida L. Conrad. It is found in vol. 23, p. 22. That middle initial might be for Leanda. There wasn't any match that I could see for a marriage to Samuel Miller. All of this may just be coincidence, and it's not the same William Hassler.

When I obtained an actual certficate from the county for one of my family members, it showed the names of the parents. It might be worth it to obtain the actual cert. It cost me $1 for an uncertified copy last year. The link below has contact information at the bottom of the page if you need it for county records.

http://www.co.berks.pa.us/rwills/cwp/view.asp?a=2148&Q=4...=|

Re: Berks County, PA Rohrbach

HeydtL — 2010-05-06 02:15:32Z

Oh Wow!! Thanks!! I was looking under the name Leanda and trying to find it. Every other piece of information I had (including obituaries of her one son and census records as well as tombstone inscriptions of other children) said Leanda. I didn't look under the guys names! I think you are right. I put William Hassler in a search on Ancestry and I found one in 1900 in the same area as Leanda's family. His wife was listed as Leanda and they were married less than a year. There is also a stepson listed and his name is Charles Conrad. I'm going to see about the marriage license for further proof, but I think you've figured it out.

Now all I need to is to track her dad!

Berks County, PA Rohrbach

HeydtL — 2010-05-02 13:54:52Z

I have been trying to search for roots of Charles Rohrbach. Charles was born around 1820 in the District Township area of Berks county. I know he married a Mary. They had several children. One of whom was a daughter named Leanda, born about 1862. Leanda married John ( his tombstone says Johannes) Conrad about 1879. They had a son William who was born on March, 29, 1880.

Charles also had several other children. He had a son named Charles who was born about 1860 and another son named Peter who was born in 1869 and died in 1916. There were other children as well, but I'm not to sure on their names. Does any of this match any information someone might have? If so, please let me know.

Also, I'm trying to solve the mystery as to what happened to Leanda. Her husband John died in 1894, leaving her and her two young children. I am unable to find her on any other census record. I did find a record for a Leanna (possibly a typo?) Conrad who married a Samuel Glease in Berks county in 1895. I have been unable to trace either Leanda (Leanna) or Samuel after that record so that I can either confirm or deny that this is indeed the individual for which I am looking.

Any help is appreciated.

Re: Berks County, PA Rohrbach

HeydtL — 2010-05-02 11:41:12Z

In hunting through old newpaper archives, I found the obituary of a Mrs. Charles Rohrbach. I discovered that the Mary, Charles married was Mary Rishel, born in Aug of 1836 and died Feb 1913. I was unable to find an obituary for Charles. I do not have his exact birth year. I know it is probably 1820, give or take 5 years.

Re: Book of Rohrbach (Rohrabaugh)

spaurandsons — 2010-04-24 19:58:50Z

I would like to purchase the one that was published in 1970.

Re: Book of Rohrbach (Rohrabaugh)

acopeland183 — 2010-04-24 19:58:30Z

Is the book you have published in 1966 or 1970? I have one published in 1970, but am looking for the first volume pubished in 1966. Thank you.

Re: ROHRBACHs of PA 1700s

HeydtL — 2010-04-18 22:29:02Z

My husband and I are both descendants of Rohrbach families in Berks County PA.

My g-g-grandmother was Louisa Y. Rohrbach (born 8 July 1853-died 6 Mar 1921) She married James Yoder and lived in Pike Township, Berks Co. She was the daughter of Benjamin and Mary (Yoder) Rohrbach.

Benjamin was born in District Township, Berks Co. 2 Jan 1811 and died in Pike Township in 21 Mar 1863. Benjamin was the son of Daniel and Catherina (Jung) Rohrbach.

Daniel was born 30 Nov 1787 in Hereford Township, Berks Co and died 25 Dec 1866 in Berks Co.

My husband has a g-g-grandmother named either Leanda or Leanea Rohrbach. I've seen it both ways. I do not have much information on her. I'm thinking she may have been born around 1862. She married a John Conrad and lived in the District Township area of Berks county. If anyone has any information on her, I would appreciate the information.

Re: george conrad rohrbach

jimchaplin86 — 2010-03-08 23:35:00Z

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Re: Robert Rohrbach

lewrohrbach1 — 2009-10-29 17:45:35Z

I have you Robert Rohrbach identified. Email me at lewrohrbach @ hotmail.com [no spaces]

Re: Robert Rohrbach

DebbieOwen60 — 2009-10-29 17:45:14Z

Do you have any info on a Robert Rohrbach born in Ill about 1865? 1900 Census for St. Louis, MO has Robert living at 3115 N. 11th along with my 3X great grandmother Catherine Woodcock and her daughter Birdie Woodcock. Birdie's Death Certificate in 1908 shows that she was married. Her monument has her listed as Birdie Woodcock Rohrbach but no sign of husband. Could Robert be the long lost husband? 1880 Census in Iowa has a Robert, 15 yrs b. in Ill with parents Henry and Caroline Rohrbach. Can anyone help.

Re: Herman Paffrath, Paffrath families in Missouri

elduderino825 — 2009-10-28 01:12:40Z

My name is Corey Paffrath and I live in St. Louis. What's up?

Robert Rohrbach

DebbieOwen60 — 2009-10-18 01:48:24Z

Does anyone have info for a Robert Rohrbach shown on the 1900 Census living on N. 11th St. St. Louis, MO b:10-1885 should be 1866,34 years old b: in IL father and morther both born in Germany? He is living with Catherine and Birdie Woodcock. This is the only place I find him. Birdie Woodcock dies in 1908 and her tombstone has that she was married to a Rohrbach but I do not know if this is who she was married to.
Deb

Rohrbach in Breitenbach am Herzberg

WGFGER — 2009-09-10 14:57:06Z

"Kreisanzeiger am Sonntag" vom 30. Aug. 2009:

Danksagung von Anni und Ludwig Rohrbach
fuer die Glueckwuensche, Blumen und Geschenke zur Diamantenen Hochzeit.

Re: Catherine Rohrbach & Abrahamn McCleary - PA

lewisbunkerrohrbach — 2009-08-28 15:45:03Z

You'll find Catharina Rohrbach b. 21 Dec 1818 and her ancestry written up in my 1970 Rohrbach Genealogy. Most major genealogical libraries have a copy. She and Abraham had 14 children in all.

Lewis Bunker Rohrbach

Catherine Rohrbach & Abrahamn McCleary - PA

bradleym65 — 2009-08-17 13:59:43Z

Looking for information on Catherine Rohrbach. Born around 1828 in Pa,lived in York County PA (found record indicating 1840 in Codorus PA and 1870 in Springfield PA) She married Abraham McCleary (or Abram) in the early 1850's, and had at least 4 children - Lucy Ann, Franklin, Catherine, and Robert. Robert was my G G Grandfather, making Abraham my GGG Grandfather and Catherine my GGG Grandmother. Got stuck at this point, looking for any information.

Thanks,
Brad.

Seeking Harris A. Rohrbach - 208th Pennsylvania, Civil War

JoeNihen — 2009-08-07 15:49:55Z

I am seeking information about Harris A. Rohrbach
who served with the 208th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Company E (Civil War).

I am interested in any information about anyone who served with the 208th.

Thanks,

Joe
morse73@ptd.net

Re: Clara Rohrbach of PA

jackevans118 — 2009-06-03 19:11:29Z

Kathi,
You have got the right Ehrlacher ! Yes, I'm married to Leenie for 42 years. I have done an extensive family history on the Ehrlacher's and I would be more than happy to mail you a copy. Let me know your address.

I know that your Mom had 7 children but Leenie could think of only 4 and therefore, I would like to include all of you on the report. Please let me know their names and birthdates, etc.

On a sad note, we were just informed that Connie's cousine Jimmy McHale just passed away on June 1st in Florida.

Kins Regards,
Jack & Helene Evans
3329 Xandra Court
Fort Mill, SC 29707
803-547-7311
jackevans@comporium.net
heleneevans@comporium.net

Re: Clara Rohrbach of PA

@@kscan718@aol.com — 2009-06-03 18:20:43Z

HI Jack
I am so sorry in responding late to your email. I was out of town in Cape Cod and am now catching up on emails. Yes, Connie is my mother. We live in Brandon, Fl, just down the street from each other. If I have it right, I think that Edward and my Grandfather, John are brothers. Although I do not remember Edward, I do remember another brother - Uncle Gordian and a sister - Aunt Marie. I think Marie had a daughter named Mary. My mom remembers Helene. She said they used to call her Leenie. (Or something like that). Would love to know more. If you have additional information, please share. I will do the same. Take care... Kathi

Re: Ruben Rohrbach

avaboyer1 — 2009-05-29 14:12:32Z

I tried to call the phone # you gave but they said I had a wrong number. My number is 503-829-3693 and my name is Ava

Re: Ruben Rohrbach

xxjessicalovesyouxx — 2009-05-28 15:45:49Z

Hey give me a call (208)416-1547
Ruben is my Grandpa and I would be able to Help you

Lydia Rohrbach - Reading Pa

sandra17255 — 2009-05-24 14:43:38Z

My great grandmother was named Lydia Rohrbach DOB possibly 5/23/1880 lived until at least 1960, I think she lived in or near Reading, Pa. She married a man with the last name of Fidler or Fiedler and they had a daughter Grace DOB 5/3/1906 who was my grandmother.

Re: Rohrbachs of PA

jackevans118 — 2009-05-24 14:42:40Z

Deborah,
I have been doing a family tree for the Ehrlacher family. Clara Rohrbach married Frank Ehrlacher. Only information I have on Clara is that her father was August. Any additional information would be greatly appreciated.

Jack Evans
jackevans@comporium.net

Re: Clara Rohrbach of PA

jackevans118 — 2009-05-24 14:41:54Z

Monica,
I have a lot of information on the Ehrlacher family that I would share with you. I am married to a former Ehrlacher and I just completed a family tree recently. Please contact me.

Jack Evans
jackevans@comporium.net

Re: Clara Rohrbach of PA

jackevans118 — 2009-05-24 14:41:08Z

Kathi,
I am married to one of Edward Ehrlacher's daughters, Helene.

Who is your parent...is it Connie ?

My name is Jack Evans and I married Helene in 1967 and we have three children. We currently reside in South Carolina.

Would love to hear from you.