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     Catherine Munsinger was born in October 1836 at Lorain Co., OH.¹ She was the daughter of Christian Adam Munzinger and Maria Eva Krick. Catherine Munsinger married Benjamin Robb circa 1863. Catherine Munsinger lived in June 1880 at Rome Twp., Jones Co., IA, farming.¹ She lived in June 1900 at Jackson Twp., Jones Co., IA, in the household of son in-law Losson Williams, caring for the children after their mother's premature death.² She lived in 1905 at Jones Co., IA, widowed, listed in the 1905 Iowa State Census. She died between 1905 and 1910 at Jones Co., IA; probably she was buried with Ben in Green Center Cemetery, Rome Twp., Jones Co., Iowa although no record appears to exist. DLB 2020.

     Charles Munsinger was also known as "Karl" Charles Munsinger was christened "Karl" in the Lambsborn Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was born on 17 December 1819 at Bruchmühlbach, Palatinate (now Rhein-Pfalz), Germany, Headstone says 1820.¹ He was the son of Christian Adam Munzinger and Maria Eva Krick. Charles Munsinger was christened on 19 December 1819 at Christened "Karl" at Lambsborn Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lambsborn, Palatinate.² He married Electa Northrup, daughter of John Wesley Northrup and Amelia Knight, on 23 October 1849 at Lorain Co., OH. Occupation: Nurseryman, Rawls Township, Mills Co., Iowa in 1880.³ Charles Munsinger died on 3 February 1905 at Tabor, Mills Co., IA, at age 85 Obituary (Mills County Tribune, Glenwood, IA, Tuesday, Feb. 7, 1905):
     The well known pioneer citizen of Mills County, died Saturday night of pneumonia at his home two miles north of Tabor. He leaves a wife and one daughter, a Mrs. J. B. Buchanan of Denver, also a brother Joseph Munsinger, near Tabor. The funeral was held Monday afternoon at Tabor.

Obituary (The Opinion, Glenwood, IA, Thursday, Feb. 9, 1905)
     Resident of Tabor, died of pneumonia this past week; funeral held Monday. Came to Tabor from Brownhelm, Lorraine County, Ohio in 1856. Prominent in church and social life as well as in insurance business. Member, Tabor Historical Society. Leaves a wife and 1 daughter, Mrs. Evangel Buchanan of Denver. He was buried in February 1905 at Tabor Cemetery, Tabor, Mills Co., IA.
Note: After her father's death in 1905, daughter Evangeline initiated a legal proceeding in 1906 to have a guardian appointed to supervise the estate of Charles Munsinger.

Electa initiated a lawsuit against her daughter in 1911 to establish her ownership and control of the estate.

     Note: Charles was aised by his maternal grandmother Sarah J. Lee. Charles Glen Munsinger was born on 19 September 1889 at Madison Co., NE, or 1891, per WWI registration card, Chandler, Murray Co., MN.

SSDI shows 19 SEP 1891. Probably "19 SEP" is correct -- year is uncertain.¹ He was the son of Arthur Burdell Munsinger and Charlotte Lee. Charles Glen Munsinger lived in 1920 at Aetna Twp., Pipestone Co., MN, Living with grandmother Sarah J. Lee and uncle John C. Lee. He married Iva (?).² Charles Glen Munsinger lived in April 1940 at Murray Co., MN.² He died in February 1971 at Tracy, Lyon Co., MN, at age 81 date and location per SSDI.

     Note: Quote from Taylor Papers:

Uncle Charles was an inspector for the railroad at Harlan, Kansas. Meda always met his handcar each evening. He also carried mail later. At times he used a motorcycle. It had a sidecar and I remember going home with him one time.

Charles Grandison Munsinger was born on 2 April 1859 at Russia Twp., Lorain Co., OH. He was the son of John Christian Munsinger and Julina Fuller. Charles Grandison Munsinger married Zebbie Ann Gates, daughter of Zebadee Gates and Elizabeth Glenn, in 1883. Occupation: Railroad Inspector at Harlan, KS, then mail carrier. Charles Grandison Munsinger lived in 1912 at Harlan, Smith Co., KS, per 1912 Topeka Capital article re: John Munsinger's 100th birthday. He died on 19 August 1918 at Holdredge, NE, at age 59 Died at his daughter Meda's house, of cancer. He was buried in August 1918 at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, Smith Co., KS, Findagrave #127885285.

     Charles Jefferson Munsinger was born on 19 April 1857 at Elyria, Lorain Co., OH. He was the son of David Munsinger and Mary Ann Parmer. Charles Jefferson Munsinger married Emma Josephine Werley, daughter of Joseph Werley and Louisa Ann Schlobig, on 9 March 1878 at Mechanicsville, Cedar Co., IA. Charles Jefferson Munsinger and Emma Josephine Werley were divorced before 29 December 1887. Charles Jefferson Munsinger married Kate May Gurley, daughter of Alfred Chester Gurley and Juda Smith Ormsby, on 29 June 1890 at Aniwa, Shawano Co., WI. Charles Jefferson Munsinger lived on 1 June 1900 at Waupaca, Waupaca Co., WI, carpenter.¹ Occupation: Carpenter. He died on 16 April 1928 at Elkhart, Anderson Co., TX, at age 70. He was buried in 1928 at Garden of Memories Cemetery, Elkhart, Anderson Co., TX.

     Note: 1 son, 1 daughter. Charles Kenneth Munsinger was born on 4 June 1955 at Harris Co., TX. He was the son of William Earl Munsinger. Charles Kenneth Munsinger died on 6 October 2003 at Grapeland, Houston Co., TX, at age 48 date and location per SSDI.

     Charles Maurice Munsinger was born on 13 November 1897 at Rawles Twp., Mills Co., IA.¹ He was the son of Myron T. Munsinger and Minerva Johnson. Charles Maurice Munsinger married Leila Elizabeth Marlow on 10 December 1923 at Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie Co., IA, no children.¹ Occupation: Fireman on steam locomotive in April 1930 at North Platte, Lincoln Co., NE.¹ Charles Maurice Munsinger lived in April 1930 at North Platte, Lincoln Co., NE.¹ He lived in 1937 at North Platte, Lincoln Co., NE, per father's obituary. Occupation: Engineer, steam railroad in April 1940 at North Platte, Lincoln Co., NE.² He and Leila Elizabeth Marlow were divorced after April 1940. Charles Maurice Munsinger married Rose Jacobsen after April 1940, no children. Charles Maurice Munsinger died on 31 January 1954 at Omaha, Douglas Co., NE, at age 56. He was buried on 3 February 1954 at North Platte Cemetery, North Platte, Lincoln Co., NE, Findagrave #50223492.

     Charley Jefferson Munsinger was born on 30 April 1906 at Seward Co., KS, or 15 APR from other source. He was the son of Charles Jefferson Munsinger and Kate May Gurley. Charley Jefferson Munsinger died on 15 September 1993 at Elkhart, Anderson Co., TX, at age 87 Death location and date per SSDI.

     Clarence Carl Munsinger was born on 5 August 1904 at Elk Co., KS. He was the son of Phillip Ellsworth Munsinger and Clara Frances Beu. Clarence Carl Munsinger married Bessie Lee Coker circa 1930. Clarence Carl Munsinger died on 27 August 1970 at Dewey, Washington Co., OK, at age 66 date per SSDI. He was buried in 1970 at Nowata Memorial Cemetery, Nowata, Nowata Co., OK, Findagrave #21173843.

     Clyde N. Munsinger was born in 1901. He was the son of Albert Joseph Munsinger and Cora L. Shell. Clyde N. Munsinger began military service Co. I, 168th Infantry. He died on 22 August 1918 at Chateau Thierry, France, Killed in action.

     Coquesia Belle Munsinger was born on 30 May 1878 at Muscatine, Muscatine Co., IA, Her birth year is listed as 1877 in other sources, but the June 1880 census (age 2) only supports an 1878 birth year.^1,2 She was the daughter of Charles Jefferson Munsinger and Emma Josephine Werley.¹ Coquesia Belle Munsinger married Charles Leonard Hahn, son of Simon Peter Hahn and Temperance Phoebe Hobart, on 19 November 1895 at Muscatine, Muscatine Co., IA. Coquesia Belle Munsinger lived on 22 June 1900 at Drury Twp., Rock Island Co., IL, farming.² She lived in April 1910 at Tacoma, Pierce Co., WA.³ She lived in January 1920 at Lake Twp., Muscatine Co., IA. She died on 4 December 1953 at Drain, Douglas Co., OR, at age 75

Obituary -- The News Tribune, Tacoma, Washington; Tuesday, 8 DEC 1953, p.26 (Newspapers.com):

MRS. COQUESIA BELLE HAHN

Mrs. Coquesia Belle Hahn, 76, formerly a resident of Tacoma for many years, died Friday at the home of a daughter in Drain, Ore. For the past several years she had been living with her various children.

She was born in Muscatine, Iowa, and was a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving are four sons, Leonard M. of Chelan, Ivan of Bloomington, Ind., Clifford and Marshall of Illinois City, Ill; six daughters, Mrs. Vera Rine and Mrs. Hazel Miller of Portland; Mrs. Katherine Curtis of Elkton, Ore., Mrs. Marjorie Hazen of Yuba City, Calif., Mrs. Marie Dryden of Marysville, Calif., and Mrs. Coquesia Cavin of Drain; a sister, Mrs. Jo Thiele of Helena; 20 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. C. C. Mellinger Co. will announce the service.

She was buried in December 1953 at New Tacoma Cemetery, University Place, Pierce Co., WA, Findagrave #63378820.

     Cora Adell Munsinger was also known as Cora Adelide. Cora Adell Munsinger was also known as "Della". She was born on 10 June 1867 at Rome Twp., Jones Co., IA; Possibly born in Lorain County, Ohio, before the George Munsinger family relocated to Jones County, Iowa. 1870 census says "Iowa", but 1900 says "Ohio".^1,2 She was the daughter of George Washington Munsinger and Thursa Frances Knickerbocker. Cora Adell Munsinger married George R. Welch, son of Eben S. Welch and Celestia Buswell, circa 1890.² Cora Adell Munsinger lived in 1900 at Union Center Twp., Elk Co., KS, adjacent to the J. K. Munsinger family.² She lived in April 1910 at Wildcat Twp., Elk Co., KS.³ She died on 31 December 1942 at Kilgore, Gregg Co., TX, at age 75. She was buried in 1943 at Moline Cemetery, Moline, Elk Co., KS, Findagrave #19779956.

     Cora Edith Munsinger was born on 12 December 1887 at Smith or Elk Co., KS.¹ She was the daughter of Joseph Korah Munsinger and Edith Eleanor Steward. Cora Edith Munsinger married John William Moore, son of John Moore and Martha (?), circa 1905.² Cora Edith Munsinger lived in April 1910 at Union Center Twp., Elk Co., KS.² She lived on 1 March 1915 at Elk Co., KS, 1915 Kansas State census, Elk County, Union Center Township, p.26A. She lived in January 1920 at Union Center Twp., Elk Co., KS.³ She lived in April 1930 at 1939 North Waco Avenue, Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS.⁴ She lived in June 1932 at Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS, per father's obituary. She married (?) Jones after April 1940.

     Darlene Joyce Munsinger was born on 17 February 1927 at Torrington, Goshen Co., WY. She was the daughter of Edward Lawrence Munsinger and Marie Norma Glade. Darlene Joyce Munsinger married Cecil Martin McCurdy in March 1944 at San Bernardino Co., CA, license issue reported in the 16 MAR 1944 edition of The San Bernardino County Sun, page 17 (Newspapers.com). Cecil was in the U.S. Navy at the time of this marriage -- no evidence of any children. It appears the marriage was very short in duration. Darlene was remarried to Harry L. Maxwell by 1945, and Cecil remarried to Carolyn Krompel in 1948.

Darlene Joyce Munsinger married Harry Lee Maxwell, son of Lemuel Maxwell and Lena Ellen Parker. Darlene Joyce Munsinger and Harry Lee Maxwell were divorced on 1 March 1965 at Klamath Co., OR. Darlene Joyce Munsinger lived at San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. She died on 7 December 2014 at Whitewater, Riverside Co., CA, at age 87.

     Darlene Louise Munsinger was born on 14 October 1935 at Lusk, Niobrara Co., WY. She was the daughter of Neville William Munsinger and Vera Margarette Bird. Darlene Louise Munsinger died on 15 April 1980 at Anderson, Shasta Co., CA, at age 44. Cause of death: Ovarian cancer.

     Darlene Waunita Munsinger was born on 11 June 1928 at Petersburg, Boone Co., NE.¹ She was the daughter of Harold Lee Munsinger and Nora Mathilda Worden. Darlene Waunita Munsinger married Bernard John Nelson, son of Joseph C. Nelson and Georgia Evaline Sanson, on 25 June 1950 at Fremont, Dodge Co., NE. Darlene Waunita Munsinger was buried in February 2003 at Columbus Cemetery, Columbus, Platte Co., NE, Findagrave #9312185. She died on 25 February 2003 at Columbus, Platte Co., NE, at age 74

Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):

Daughter of Harold & Nora (Worden) Munsinger.

She attended school in Petersburg. On June 25, 1950 she was united in marriage to Bernard Nelson in Fremont, Nebraska. The couple lived in Columbus where Darlene worked for Becton-Dickinson, A & M Veterinarian Clinic, and Dale Electronics. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Daughters of the American Revolution, Nebraska State Genealogical Society, and Kinseekers. Darlene enjoyed woodcarving, pottery restoration, collecting antiques, genealogical studies, and computer work.

She is survived by:
Daughter: Sandi (Mike) Beiermann of Columbus, NE
Daughter: Deborah (Eric) Jensen of Columbus, NE
Son: Joseph (Debra) Nelson of Columbus, NE
Brother: Robert (Darla) Munsinger of Ontario, CA
Sister: Marie (Richard) Penne of Spalding, NE
Twelve Grandchildren
One Great Grandchild

She was preceded by:
Husband: Bernard Nelson
Father: Harold Munsinger
Mother: Nora Munsinger
One Granddaughter.

     David Munsinger was born on 24 February 1825 at Bruchmühlbach, Palatinate (now Rhein-Pfalz), Germany.^1,2,3 He was the son of Christian Adam Munzinger and Maria Eva Krick. David Munsinger was christened on 27 February 1825 at Lambsborn, Palatinate, Germany; Eltern: Johann Christian Munzinger und Eva Krick zu Bruchmühlbach

Taufzeugen:
1. Jacob Trautmann
2. Elisabetha Munzinger, beide aus Bruchmühlbach
3. Theobald Closs von Niedermiesau, und
4. Catharina Sauter von Elschbach bein Niedermiesau Sauerbrey

Entry in the reformed churchbook of Labach in the "Protestant Landeskirchenarchiv des Pfälz in Speyer."⁴ As of 27 February 1825, David Munsinger was also known as Theobald. He married Mary Ann Parmer, daughter of Robert Parmer and Ann (?), on 1 January 1851 at Oberlin, Lorain Co., OH.⁵ David Munsinger died on 31 December 1917 at Albion, Boone Co., NE, at age 92 at the home of his daughter Nellie. He was buried on 2 January 1918 at Rose Hill Cemetery, Albion, Boone Co., NE.

     David Chester Munsinger was born on 17 March 1900 at Waupaca, Waupaca Co., WI.¹ He was the son of Charles Jefferson Munsinger and Kate May Gurley. David Chester Munsinger married Fannie Elnora Gatlin, daughter of Mitchell S. Gatlin and Nannie Mills, on 8 October 1921. David Chester Munsinger lived on 1 April 1935 at Palestine, Anderson Co., TX.² He lived on 21 May 1940 at Justice Precinct 1, Harris Co., TX, carpenter, building construction.² He died in May 1948 at Houston, Harris Co., TX, at age 48 Died on the job while working as a carpenter.

     David Chester Munsinger was also known as Chester Ollie per SSDI. He was born on 16 July 1925 at Palestine, Anderson Co., TX. He was the son of David Chester Munsinger and Fannie Elnora Gatlin. David Chester Munsinger married Delma Faye White on 10 September 1949. David Chester Munsinger and Delma Faye White were divorced on 30 November 1971 at Harris Co., TX. Occupation: Carpenter. David Chester Munsinger died on 24 June 2008 at Harris Co., TX, at age 82 Dates per SSDI, last residence Houston.

     David Lynn Munsinger was born on 6 June 1952 at Albion, Boone Co., NE. He was the son of Kenneth Carl Munsinger and Zeta Eloise Scarlett. David Lynn Munsinger lived in June 2010 at Lincoln, Lancaster Co., NE. He died on 21 October 2020 at Lincoln, Lancaster Co., NE, at age 68

Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):

David L. Munsinger, 68, of Lincoln, NE, died Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at his home in Lincoln, NE.

Private family services will be at Levander Funeral Home in Albion, NE with Rev. Janet Burgel officiating. Interment will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5–7 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Social distancing and current Covid-19 DHM’s effective will be followed at both the visitation and funeral.

David Lynn Munsinger, the son of Kenneth Carl and Zeta (Scarlett) Munsinger, was born on June 6, 1952 at the Boone County Community Hospital in Albion, NE. David attended school and graduated from St. Edward High School with the class of 1970. David then attended college in Milford, NE where he graduated with an Associate’s degree in Electronic Engineering in 1971.

David was united in marriage to Shirley Ruff on June 24, 1989 at the Benson Presbyterian Church in Omaha, NE. The couple made their home in the Lincoln area.

David worked at Ampex Corporation from 1979-1983; Tandem Computers, Inc from 1983-1991; and ABC Electric as an electrician from 1995 until his retirement in 2015.

David was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 265.

In his free time, David enjoyed gardening, playing cards with family, and being a handyman. David loved reading books; everything from dictionaries and encyclopedias, machines, and war history. One of David’s favorite hobbies was to go deer hunting with friends and family. He especially loved going hunting with his daughter Emily for 10 years.

David is survived by his wife: Shirley Munsinger of Lincoln, NE; daughter: Emily (Steven) Klein of Lincoln, NE; sister: Donna (Marvin) Ruskamp of Bertrand, NE; sisters-in-law: Mary Beth Munsinger of Omaha, NE and Cheryl Munsinger of Kearney, NE; step-mother: Sally Munsinger of Cairo, NE; his two cats: Lucifer and Misu; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Kenny Munsinger and Melvin Munsinger; many aunts and uncles; and six cats: Betty, Bobby, Lexi, Scooter, Siber and Dusty.

He was buried in October 2020 at Rose Hill Cemetery, Albion, Boone Co., NE, Findagrave #217627267.

     Dean Raymond Munsinger was born on 25 April 1931 at Loretto, Boone Co., NE. He was the son of George Raymond Munsinger and Hertha Vianna Pope. Dean Raymond Munsinger died on 20 June 1972 at Renton, King Co., WA, at age 41.

     Delbert Dewayne Munsinger was born on 19 August 1926 at Stanhope, Hamilton Co., IA. He was the son of James Arthur Burdell Munsinger and Lettie Scott. Delbert Dewayne Munsinger died on 5 December 1935 at Stanhope, Hamilton Co., IA, at age 9. He was buried in 1935 at Lawn Hill Cemetery, Stanhope, Hamilton Co., IA, Findagrave #62181963.

     Dennis John Munsinger was born on 17 October 1961 at Eugene, Lane Co., OR. He died on 24 April 2010 at Brattleboro, Windham Co., VT, at age 48

Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):

1961-2010 BRATTLEBORO; Dennis J. Munsinger died Saturday morning, April 24, 2010, at home.

Born Oct. 17, 1961, in Eugene, Ore., to Harry and Helen Munsinger, he was raised in Del Mar, Calif., and Needham, Mass.

He attended high school at Needham High School and received his GED in 1981.

He received a certificate in Unix and C++ Programming from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1993, and graduated from the New England Institute of Technology with a BS in Manufacturing Engineering in 1998.

Dennis worked for General Dynamics in Needham, Mass., from 1990 - 1997, most recently as a Subcontracts Program Manager. He was also Vice President of Operations at Accel Power Incorporated from 1997 - 2001. Most recently, Dennis worked for Graphicast, Inc. in Jaffrey, N.H. as a Quality Control Manager, and as a Manufacturing Process Consultant at Tellstone LLC.

His pastimes included construction work on his property in Brattleboro, caring for his dogs, and family gatherings during the holidays.

He is survived by his partner, Jesse Medina; his mother, Helen Lane; his stepfather, Edwin Lane; his father, Harry Munsinger; his stepmother, Kim Munsinger, and his two brothers, Douglas and David.

He was an active member of All Souls Church, Unitarian in West Brattleboro, serving on the finance committee.

MEMORIAL NOTICE: A memorial service will be held at All Souls Church on Sunday, May 16, 2010, at 3 p.m.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made by sending a check payable to Vermont Fund For Families, P.O. Box 969, Middlebury, VT 05753, or by visiting their website at www.vermontfundforfamilies.org/donationpage.php.
Published in Brattleboro Reformer from April 27 to April 28, 2010.

     Dolly Mary Munsinger was born on 23 March 1926 at LaVoye Camp, WY. She was the daughter of Neville William Munsinger and Vera Margarette Bird. Dolly Mary Munsinger married Melvin August Pavlacky, son of August John Pavlacky and Nora Etta Solmon, on 9 February 1946. Dolly Mary Munsinger died on 6 June 1987 at Modesto, Stanislaus Co., CA, at age 61. Cause of death: on 6 June 1987 Ovarian cancer.

     Don Munsinger was born on 3 April 1893 at Pawnee Co., NE. He was the son of George B. Munsinger and Julia Newton. Don Munsinger died on 12 August 1894 at Pawnee Co., NE, at age 1. He was buried in August 1894 at Table Rock Cemetery, Table Rock, Pawnee Co., NE, Findagrave #55092058.

     Donald Ray Munsinger was born on 12 September 1943. He was the son of Paul Ford Munsinger and Madie Lee Congleton. Donald Ray Munsinger died on 12 January 2010 at Anderson Co., TX, at age 66 Dates per SSDI, last residence Palestine.

     Donna Sue Munsinger was born on 5 December 1949 at Hayden, Routt Co., CO. She was the daughter of John Guy Munsinger and Valerie Faye Garrad. Donna Sue Munsinger was graduated at Natrona Co., WY; Natrona County High School. She died on 6 September 2005 at age 55.

     Donnie Bell Munsinger was born on 20 May 1926 at Palestine, Anderson Co., TX. She was the daughter of Burton Daniel Munsinger and Dessie Ettina Marsh. Donnie Bell Munsinger lived in 1932 at Houston, Harris Co., TX, Relocated to Houston with parents. She married John Beaumont West, son of Robert W. West and Ida Lee Davis, on 1 July 1947. Donnie Bell Munsinger died on 13 June 2014 at age 88.

     Doris Elmina Munsinger was born on 1 July 1923 at Marlvern, Mills Co., IA. She was the daughter of Joseph Merrill Munsinger and Leone Harriet Heikes. Doris Elmina Munsinger married Oscar Allen Carlson, son of Oscar Frederick Carlson and Vina Elsie McCleran, on 2 February 1943. Doris Elmina Munsinger died on 12 July 2005 at Shenandoah, Page Co., IA, at age 82. She was buried in July 2005 at Tabor Cemetery, Tabor, Mills Co., IA, Findagrave #15139887.

     Doris Fenn Munsinger was born on 13 July 1920 at Boone Co., NE.¹ She was the daughter of Royal David Munsinger and Cora Melvina Holton. Doris Fenn Munsinger married Clyde Albert Haddix, son of Samuel Scott Haddix and Theresa Winonna Hammond, on 3 December 1937. Doris Fenn Munsinger died on 18 June 1974 at Boone Co., NE, at age 53.