Albert Frederick Schemmer, who for fifty-six years has been a resident of Rock Valley. died at his home here Friday, July 16, 1937.
He was born in Loretta, Tennessee, July 19, 1876, the son of Henry Schemmer, and Mary Kramer Schemmer. In 1881, when he was five years old, he came with his parents to Rock Valley.
In September, 1900, he was united in marriage to Katie Richter and to this union were born twelve children, nine of whom survive him. He began business as a cooper, making butter tubs for the local creamery. Later he operated a bicycle shop. He bought the hardware store in 1901 and operated it continuously until this year.
These of his family who survive him are his wife, who has so commendably cared for him during his long illness and the following children: Clarence, Elvira, Walter, Lunetta. Evelyn, Viola. Kathryn, Margaret and Agnes. Three sons Norbert, Oliver and Arthur died in infancy. A brother, John, of Illinois, and two sisters, Mrs Chas. Dischler and Mrs. Rose McGrath, of California, also survive him.
Funeral services were conducted at 9:30 AM. Monday, July 19, 1937 in St. Mary's church here, by Rev. A.J. Forester. He was laid to rest in St. Mary's cemetery on his 61st birthday anniversary.
Source - Year: 1880; Census Place: District 2, Lawrence, Tennessee; Roll: T9_1267; Family History Film: 1255267; Page: 320.1000; Enumeration District: 173
Source - Iowa, Marriage Records, 1880-1940
Schemmer, Henry (line 22)
Source - Year: 1900; Census Place: Rock, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: T623 459; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 142.
Schemmer-Richter, Nuptials.
On Wednesday morning of this week at 9:30 o'clock there occurred at St. Mary's church the ceremony which united in the holy bonds of matrimony Mr. Albert Schemmer and Miss Kate Richter, Rev, Father-Phelan officiating.
After the ceremony at St, Mary's the bride and groom and near relatives and friends went to the home of the groom's parents in this city where all partook heartily of a most delicious wedding breakfast. At the home of the bride's parents northwest of town, an equally appetizing dinner was served later, and in the afternoon and evening a reception was given by Mr. and Mrs. Richter in honor of the newly wedded couple, at which there were present a large number of their many friends.
This is a most auspicious union. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Richter and one of the noblest and most charming young ladies in our community. She has an amiable and sweet disposition and is loved by all.
The groom is a worthy son of our honored townsman, Henry Schemmer, and is one of our most reliable, thrifty and prosperous business men.
The many friends of both the contracting parties will join in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schemmer a long and happy voyage o'er the matrimonial sea.
Source - Sioux County Bee - Sep 28, 1900
Source - Sioux County Bee - Sep 28, 1900
Albert Schemmer moved Monday into his new home over on Aristocratic Avenue, into what has been the First Reformed parsonage. Rev. Englesman moved into the house vacated by Mr. Schemmer, Wednesday. As soon as each can get settled, they will be nicely situated.
Editor's Note : The house mentioned here would become known as "The Schemmer House" staying in the family for 100 years. From Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schemmer to Mrs. and Mrs. Clarence Keegan and finally to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Richter. The Richters moved out of the house in the fall of 2006.
Source - Rock Valley Bee - Apr 27, 1906 (Local Happenings section)
Schemmer, Ben (line 8)
Schemmer, Henry (line 21)
Schemmer, Albert (line 24)
Source - Year: 1910; Census Place: Rock, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: T624_423; Page: 11A; Enumeration District: 155; Image: 1255
Source - Year: 1915; Iowa State Census Collection, 1836-1925; Census Place: Rock Valley, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: IA1915_458; Image: 913
Draft Registration Card
Source - World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918; Registration Location: Rock Valley, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: 1643355; Draft Board: 0.
Albert Schemmer - line 26
Source - Year: 1920; Census Place: Rock, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: T625_514; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 171; Image: 984.
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Schemmer, Albert (line 5)
Source - Year: 1925; Iowa State Census Collection, 1836-1925; Census Place: Rock Valley, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: IA1925_1948; Image: xref
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Schemmer, Albert (line 5)
Source - Year: 1925; Iowa State Census Collection, 1836-1925; Census Place: Rock Valley, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: IA1925_1948; Image: xref
Albert Schemmer - line 15
Source - Year: 1930; Census Place: Rock Valley, Sioux, Iowa; Roll: 683; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 27; Image: 281.0.
Source - Iowa, Death Records, 1920-1940
A. F. Schemmer Died Last Friday
Albert Frederick Schemmer, who for fifty-six years has been a resident of Rock Valley. died at his home here Friday, July 16, 1937.
He was born in Loretta, Tennessee, July 19, 1876, the son of Henry Schemmer, and Mary Kramer Schemmer. In 1881, when he was five years old, he came with his parents to Rock Valley.
In September, 1900, he was united in marriage to Katie Richter and to this union were born twelve children, nine of whom survive him. He began business as a cooper, making butter tubs for the local creamery. Later he operated a bicycle shop. He bought the hardware store in 1901 and operated it continuously until this year.
These of his family who survive him are his wife, who has so commendably cared for him during his long illness and the following children: Clarence, Elvira, Walter, Lunetta. Evelyn, Viola. Kathryn, Margaret and Agnes. Three sons Norbert, Oliver and Arthur died in infancy. A brother, John, of Illinois, and two sisters, Mrs Chas. Dischler and Mrs. Rose McGrath, of California, also survive him.
Funeral services were conducted at 9:30 AM. Monday, July 19, 1937 in St. Mary's church here, by Rev. A.J. Forester. He was laid to rest in St. Mary's cemetery on his 61st birthday anniversary.
Born : 19 Jul 1876
