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     Peter was born on Sunday, 24 April 1803 at East Hanover Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. On 3 July 1803, Peter was christened at Fetterolf St. Peter's Lutheran & Reformed Church, Armstrong Valley, Dauplin County, Pennsylvania. The record showed his parents: Jo. Bauerman & Veronica Keith & his sponsors: Peter & Elizabeth Keiter.¹ Peter married Anna "Nancy" Shoffstall, daughter of Solomon IM Shoffstall and Catharina Haag, circa 1829 at Pennsylvania. 1830, Peter was listed on the US Federal Census at Jackson Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bowerman [1 male under 5, 1 male 15-20, 1 female 20-30][We feel this was in error & Peter should have been placed in 20-30 group]. [page 17] 26 September 1850, Peter and his wife, Anna, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bowerman [46 Pennsylvania], Nancy [40 Pennsylvania]. Daniel [20 Pennsylvania], Michael [16 Ohio], Catharina [12 Ohio], John [10 Ohio], Henry [7 Ohio], Betsy [4 Ohio], Peter [3 Ohio], William [6/12 Ohio]. [page 525] 28 June 1860, Peter and his wife, Anna, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Salem Township, Stuben County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bowerman [57 Pennsylvania farmer], Nancy [50 Pennsylvania], John [20 Ohio], Henry [16 Ohio], Elizabeth [14 Ohio], Peter [12 Ohio], William [10 Ohio]. The post office was Turkey Creek. [page 525] 21 August 1870, Peter and his wife, Anna, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, Indiania. Enumerated in this household were Peter [76 Pennsylvania] Sarah Shively [35 Pennsylvania][housekeeper], Ann [60 Pennsylvania][wife], William [20 Ohio]. [Page 25, line 38] Peter departed this life on Wednesday, 16 September 1885 at Warsaw, Kosciusko County, Indiana, at age 82 years, 4 months and 23 days. Obituary: Peter Bowerman, who has been living with his son in Pipestone, rescently went on a visit to Warsaw, Ind., and died there last week. He was an old resident of this county, and was in his eighty-third year. The body was shipped back to Pipestone, and buried in Maple Grove church yard Sunday. The funeral was an unusually large one. Peter was buried at Maple Grove Cemetery, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. He was age 82 years. Peter was the son of Johannes & Veronika Bowerman as noted by his christening record. There is contraversey as to which Johannes he is the son ie Johannes Sr. with Veronica as a second wife or son Johannes Jr. with Veronica as a first wife. At this point, we contend that he is the son of Johannes Jr. Johannes Jr. has 3 sons one daughter in 1810 which would include Peter. In 1830, Peter resides near Sarah, Johannes' widow & their son Michael. We find no census with Johannes Sr. He was a resident of Bloom Twp., Seneca County, Ohio in 1850,

On 7 May 1835, Peter Bowerman, of Crawford County, Ohio, purchased from the government 40 acres in the northwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section 34 t1s r17e. On 7 December 1835, Peter Bowerman, of Crawford County, Ohio, purchased from the government 40 acres in the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 33 t1s r17e.

     Anna "Nancy" Shoffstall was baptized. Anna was born on Thursday, 21 June 1810 at Lykens Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. On 16 September 1810, Anna was christened at St. John's Lutheran Church, Mifflin Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. The christening records show Anna's parents: Solomon IM Schaffstall & Catharina & sponsors: Sussana Haag [single]. Anna married Peter Bowerman, son of Johannes Bowerman and Frovina Veronica Keiter, circa 1829 at Pennsylvania. 26 September 1850, Anna and her husband Peter were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bowerman [46 Pennsylvania], Nancy [40 Pennsylvania]. Daniel [20 Pennsylvania], Michael [16 Ohio], Catharina [12 Ohio], John [10 Ohio], Henry [7 Ohio], Betsy [4 Ohio], Peter [3 Ohio], William [6/12 Ohio]. [page 525] 28 June 1860, Anna and her husband Peter were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Salem Township, Stuben County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bowerman [57 Pennsylvania farmer], Nancy [50 Pennsylvania], John [20 Ohio], Henry [16 Ohio], Elizabeth [14 Ohio], Peter [12 Ohio], William [10 Ohio]. The post office was Turkey Creek. [page 525] 21 August 1870, Anna and her husband Peter were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, Indiania. Enumerated in this household were Peter [76 Pennsylvania] Sarah Shively [35 Pennsylvania][housekeeper], Ann [60 Pennsylvania][wife], William [20 Ohio]. [Page 25, line 38] Anna departed this life on Sunday, 2 March 1879 at Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 68 years, 8 months and 9 days. The cause was heart disease. --She was age 69.8.7 years.³ Anna was buried at Maple Grove Cemetery, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan.

      Daniel was born on Tuesday, 2 March 1830 at Jackson Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Daniel married Caroline Harbaugh on 1 January 1857 at Crawford County, Ohio.¹ 28 June 1860, Daniel and his wife, Caroline, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Salem Center, Jackson Township, Stuben County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [30 Pennsylvania], Caroline [21 Ohio], Barbara [2 Ohio]. [page 527, line 6] 21 August 1870, Daniel and his wife, Caroline, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, Indiania. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [40 Pennsylvania], Caroline [32 Ohio], Barbara [12 Ohio], John [10 Indiana], Tina J. [8 Indiana], Hattie [2 Indiania]. [page 25, line 26] 18 June 1880, Daniel and his wife, Caroline, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Oronoho Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [50 Pennsylvania],
Caroline [42 Ohio], John H. [20 Indiana], Jessie J. [18 Indiana], Hattie L. [11 Indiana], Freeman D. [8 Indiana], Catie E. [4 Indiana], George W. [2 Michigan]. [Enum. Dist. 3, sheet 27, line 49]

9 June 1900, Daniel and his wife, Caroline, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Center Township, Marshall County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [Mar 1830 - 70 Pennsylvania], Caroline [Aug 1838 - 61 Ohio], George W. [Jul 1878 - 21 Michigan], Fred [May 1889 - 11 Michigan]. They were married 43 years with 7 children all living. He was a farmer. [Enum. Dist. 70, sheet 5, line 1] Daniel departed this life on Sunday, 4 September 1910 at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 80 years, 6 months and 2 days.² Daniel was buried on 7 September 1910 at Silverbrook Cemetery, Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. He is buried in the same plot as George & Fanny according to the cemetery records.

     Michael was born in November 1836 at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. Michael departed this life before 1910 at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan.

     Franklin was born on Monday, 27 December 1847 at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. He also went by the name of Frank. Franklin married Rachael A. Gray on 2 March 1869 at Pipestone Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Marriage record: Peter Bowerman b. Ohio, farmer, of Pipestone Twp., - marriage license 18 February 1869 - Rachael A. Gray b. Indiana. Witnesses: James & George M. Dean of Pipestone Twp. 6 August 1870, Franklin and his wife, Rachael, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bowerman [23 Indiana], Rachael [28 Pennsylvania]. [page 26] 3 June 1880, Franklin and his wife, Rachael, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Pipestone Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Frank P. Bowerman [32 Ohio], Rachael [37 Pennsylvania], Elmina [6 Michigan], Corvin [3 Michigan]. [Enum. Dist. 16, sheet 6, line 25] Franklin married Sarah Fox on 23 March 1882 at Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan. Marriage record: Franklin P. Bowerman 34 b. Crawford Co., Ohio, resided Berrien Twp., mason by trade - married - Sarah Fox 26 b. Niles. Witnessed by John & Agusta Fox. 25 June 1900, Franklin and his wife, Sarah, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Eau Claire, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bownerman [Dec 1847 - 52 Ohio], Sarah [May 1855 - 45 Michigan], Harry [Jan 1883 -17 Michigan], Dora [Sep 1884 - 15 Michigan], Roscoe [Oct 1886 - 13 Michigan], Retal [Apr 1897 - 3 Michigan]. They were married 18 years with 4 children - all living. He was a stone mason. [Enum. Dist 59, sheet 15, line 37] Franklin departed this life on Wednesday, 17 May 1922 at Indiana at age 74 years, 4 months and 20 days. Franklin was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana.

     Elizabeth was born on Friday, 14 November 1845 at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. She also went by the name of Betsy. Elizabeth married Daniel Ambrosier on 8 October 1868 at Crawford County, Ohio. Marriage Record: "Lizzie Bowerman to Daniel Ambrosier".¹ Daniel served in the Civil War under General Sheridan. He was wounded in the Battle of Cedar Creek & taken prisoner in Andersonville. He & Betsy farmed in Crawford County for eighteen years before stricking out for new land in Iowa. Elizabeth departed this life on Sunday, 4 July 1920 at Kellerton, Ringgold County, Iowa, at age 74 years, 7 months and 20 days. Elizabeth was laid to rest in Maple Row Cemetery, Kellerton, Ringgold County, Iowa.

     John was born on Sunday, 1 March 1840 at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. John married Rebecca Synder in 1867. 23 August 1870, John and his wife, Rebecca, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, Indiania. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [30 Ohio], Rebecca [24 Ohio], Henry [6 Indiana], Laura [2 Indiana], Elizabeth [1 Indiana]. [page 26, line 2] 5 June 1880, John and his wife, Rebecca, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [40 Ohio], Rebecca [35 Ohio], A. Laura [12 Indiana], Elizabeth [11 Indiana], Emma [7 Indiana], Ida [6 Indiana], William [3 Indiana], Arvilla [3/12 Michigan]. [Enum. Dist, 3, sheet 8, line 36]

13 June 1900, John and his wife, Rebecca, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [Mar 1840 - 60 Ohio], Rebecca [Jan 1845 - 55 Ohio], Ariella [Feb 1880 -20 Michigan], Pearl [August 1883 - 16 Michigan], They lived at 502 St. Joe. They were married 33 years and had 7 children all living. Ariella & Pearl were noted a knitting machine operators. [Enum. Dist 71, sheet 17, line 92] 15 April 1910, John and his wife, Rebecca, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [70 Ohio], Rebecca [65 Ohio]. [Enum Dist 10, sheet 82, line 4] John departed this life on Wednesday, 17 January 1912 at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 71 years, 10 months and 16 days. His death record stated he was age 71.10.19 - married, b. Ohio, shoemaker, cause was Lagrippe. John was laid to rest in Niles Cemetery, Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. His gravestone reads 1840-1912.

     Henry was born on Saturday, 5 August 1843 at Bloom Township, Seneca County, Ohio. Henry departed this life on Saturday, 10 July 1909 at Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 65 years, 11 months and 5 days. Berrien County, Michigan Death Records listed he was age 65.11.5 - married, cause consumption, carpenter. He was son of Peter Bowerman & Nancy Shaffstahl.

Obituary: Old Resident Gone - Henry Bowerman Died Saturday Evening - Has Lived in Berrien County Since 1865 Henry Bowerman, an old and well known resident of this village died at 7:30 o'clock Saturday evening after an illness of more than a year. The immediate cause of his death was quick consumption. In the spring of 1908, he was working on a house on a cold wet day and contracted a heavy cold, and since that time his health has been poor. Mr. Bowerman was one of the best known mechanics and contractors in Berrien County, and his death is a great loss to this place, as he was universally respected and always stood for the betterment of town affairs.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the United Brethren Church of which he was one of the most loyal members, and the church was filled to over flowing with friends who came to honor the dead man. The pew in the church which he was accustomed to sit was draped in morning as in evidence of the loss the church feels. The services were conducted by Rev. Gardner & Rev. Mull, the former pastor. Rev. Mull preaching the sermon. The music was by a quartette composed of Mrs. Gardner, Mrs. G. A. Feather, Frank Pennell, & G. A. Feather, Mrs. Gardner singing the solo.
Henry Bowerman, son of Peter & Nancy Bowerman, was born in Crawford County, Ohio August 5, 1843 and died in Berrien Springs, Michigan, July 10, 1909 age 65 years, 11 monthe, and five days. Mr. Bowerman came to Berrien County in 1865 and has since resided here. March 17, 1870, he was married to Elmira Willis, of Berrien Center and to them were born eight children, two dying in infancy. Those who survived their father are Mrs. Albert Stemm, Mrs. Eldon Feather, & Miles Bowerman of Berrien Springs; Willis Bowerman of Saginaw, & Albert and Frank Bowerman who are still at home. Mr. Bowerman was a member of both the Maccabees & the Odd Fellows, for which orders he had a great regard; his church affiliation was with the United Brethren, of which church he was one of the strongest members. He leaves a wife, six children, five brothers and one sister.¹
Henry was laid to rest in Berrien Springs Cemetery, Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan. His stone read 1843-1909.²

     Caroline was born on Thursday, 23 August 1838 at Ohio. Caroline married Daniel Bowerman, son of Peter Bowerman and Anna "Nancy" Shoffstall, on 1 January 1857 at Crawford County, Ohio.¹ 28 June 1860, Caroline and her husband Daniel were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Salem Center, Jackson Township, Stuben County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [30 Pennsylvania], Caroline [21 Ohio], Barbara [2 Ohio]. [page 527, line 6] 21 August 1870, Caroline and her husband Daniel were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, Indiania. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [40 Pennsylvania], Caroline [32 Ohio], Barbara [12 Ohio], John [10 Indiana], Tina J. [8 Indiana], Hattie [2 Indiania]. [page 25, line 26] 18 June 1880, Caroline and her husband Daniel were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Oronoho Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [50 Pennsylvania],
Caroline [42 Ohio], John H. [20 Indiana], Jessie J. [18 Indiana], Hattie L. [11 Indiana], Freeman D. [8 Indiana], Catie E. [4 Indiana], George W. [2 Michigan]. [Enum. Dist. 3, sheet 27, line 49]

9 June 1900, Caroline and her husband Daniel were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Center Township, Marshall County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Daniel Bowerman [Mar 1830 - 70 Pennsylvania], Caroline [Aug 1838 - 61 Ohio], George W. [Jul 1878 - 21 Michigan], Fred [May 1889 - 11 Michigan]. They were married 43 years with 7 children all living. He was a farmer. [Enum. Dist. 70, sheet 5, line 1] Caroline departed this life on Saturday, 2 March 1907 at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 68 years, 6 months and 7 days. Her death records listed she was age 68.6.10 - married, cause was pulmonary tuberculosis, b. Ohio. She was the daughter of George Harbough & Barbara Weaver according to her death record. She is buried in Silverbrook Cemetery in Niles.² Caroline was laid to rest in Silverbrook Cemetery, Niles, Berrien County, Michigan.

     John was born in July 1860 at Salem Center, Jackson Township, Stuben County, Indiana. John married Clara Bell (?) in 1891. 8 June 1900, John and his wife, Clara, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John H. Bowerman [July 1860 - 39 Indiana], Birdie [May 1873 - 27 Ohio], Bessie [Mar 1894 - 6 Indiana], Henrietta [Jun 1897 - 2 Indiana]. They had been married 9 years with 3 children 2 living. They lived at 7 Ferry Street. [Enum. Dist 70, sheet 8, line 40] 25 April 1910, John and his wife, Clara, were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [46 Indiana], Clara [35 Ohio], John Jr. [8 Illinois]. They had been married 19 years with 3 children 2 living. [4th Ward, Enum. Dist. 82, sheet 6a, line 38] 1920, John was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [58 Ohio-widow], George [41 Michigan][brother], Fanny [37 Nebraska sister-in-law], Herbert [9 Illinois][nephew], Edna [6 Michigan][niece]. John works for the railroad at the section house & George was a carpenter. [Enum Dist 99, sheet 5, line 5] John departed this life in 1925 at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 64 years. John was laid to rest in Niles Cemetery, Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. His gravestone reads 1860-1925.¹

     George was born in July 1878 at Oronoho Township, Berrien County, Michigan.¹ George married Fannie (?) circa 1910. George departed this life at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. George was buried at Silverbrook Cemetery, Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. He is buried iin the same plot as his wife & father according to the cemetery records.

     Rebecca was born in January 1845 at Ohio. Rebecca married John Bowerman, son of Peter Bowerman and Anna "Nancy" Shoffstall, in 1867. 23 August 1870, Rebecca and her husband John were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, Indiania. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [30 Ohio], Rebecca [24 Ohio], Henry [6 Indiana], Laura [2 Indiana], Elizabeth [1 Indiana]. [page 26, line 2] 5 June 1880, Rebecca and her husband John were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [40 Ohio], Rebecca [35 Ohio], A. Laura [12 Indiana], Elizabeth [11 Indiana], Emma [7 Indiana], Ida [6 Indiana], William [3 Indiana], Arvilla [3/12 Michigan]. [Enum. Dist, 3, sheet 8, line 36]

13 June 1900, Rebecca and her husband John were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [Mar 1840 - 60 Ohio], Rebecca [Jan 1845 - 55 Ohio], Ariella [Feb 1880 -20 Michigan], Pearl [August 1883 - 16 Michigan], They lived at 502 St. Joe. They were married 33 years and had 7 children all living. Ariella & Pearl were noted a knitting machine operators. [Enum. Dist 71, sheet 17, line 92] 15 April 1910, Rebecca and her husband John were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [70 Ohio], Rebecca [65 Ohio]. [Enum Dist 10, sheet 82, line 4] Rebecca departed this life in 1918 at age 73 years. Rebecca was laid to rest in Niles Cemetery, Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Her gravestone read 1845-1918.¹

     Elmer was born on Thursday, 9 September 1875 at Michigan. 1900, Elmer was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Etna Township, Kosciusko County, Indiana. Enumerated in this household were Thomas Funk [Feb 1858 - 42 Indiana], Rebecca [Sep 1859 - 40 Ohio], Elmer [Sep 1875 - 24 Michigan brother-in-law]. They were married 14 years with no children. [Enum. Dist 47, sheet 12, line 45] Elmer departed this life in December 1966 at Marion, Grant County, Indiana, at age 91 years and 2 months.

     Daniel was born on Friday, 12 August 1842. Daniel married Elizabeth Bowerman, daughter of Peter Bowerman and Anna "Nancy" Shoffstall, on 8 October 1868 at Crawford County, Ohio. Marriage Record: "Lizzie Bowerman to Daniel Ambrosier".¹ Daniel served in the Civil War under General Sheridan. He was wounded in the Battle of Cedar Creek & taken prisoner in Andersonville. He & Betsy farmed in Crawford County for eighteen years before stricking out for new land in Iowa. Daniel departed this life on Tuesday, 8 January 1935 at Cicerrito, Contra Coasta County, California, at age 92 years, 4 months and 27 days. Obituary: Sulphur Springs, 23 March --- Mrs. Eunice Spahr has received word of the death of her mother's cousin, Daniel Ambrosier, 92, which occured March 8, at the home of his son, C. S. Ambrosier in Berkeley, California.
Daniel Ambrosier, son of Jacob & Katie Ann [Decker] Ambrosier was born Aug. 12, 1842, on the Ambrosier homestead now owned by Mrs. Edna [Blackford] Stevenson, located four miles south east of this village. He was married to Miss Elizabeth Bowerman and they continued to reside in this vincinity until 1884 when they moved to Iowa, where they and their family resided til 1920 when the wife died and Mr. Ambrosier went to California to live with his son.
He enlisted in the Civil War in Company H of 123rd Ohio Volunteer Regiment and served under Sheridan in Shenandoah Valley, Va. at the time Sheridan made his famous ride. Mr. Ambrosier was wounded at the Battle of Cedar Creek.
He is survived by three sons, J. P. Ambrosier, Marian, Ind; C. S. Ambrosier, Berkeley, Calif; Homer Ambrosier, of Bakersfield, Calif; and four daughters, Mrs. J. M. Havely, Torrington, Wyo; Mrs. W. P. Woolums, Ellston, Iowa; Mrs. H. H. Dufty, Tingley, Iowa; and Mrs. B. F. Foley, Corwith, Iowa.
James Decker of near North Robinson is a first cousin of the deceased and there are also four nephews in Crawford County, Homer Ambrosier, Galion; Robert Ambrosier, Bucyrus; William McIntyre, Brokensword; and Sidney McCurdy, Shelby Road.
Funeral services under the auspies of the G. A. R. were held in Berkeley on March 10 with Dr. Earl Griggs officiating and the remains forwarded to be buried beside his wife. [Bucyrus Telegraph Forum - 23 March 1935] Daniel was laid to rest in Maple Row Cemetery, Kellerton, Ringgold County, Iowa.

     Sarah was born on Thursday, 17 May 1855 at Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. She was the daughter of Weirchell Fox & Victory. Sarah married Franklin Peter Bowerman, son of Peter Bowerman and Anna "Nancy" Shoffstall, on 23 March 1882 at Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan. Marriage record: Franklin P. Bowerman 34 b. Crawford Co., Ohio, resided Berrien Twp., mason by trade - married - Sarah Fox 26 b. Niles. Witnessed by John & Agusta Fox. 25 June 1900, Sarah and her husband Franklin were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Eau Claire, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Peter Bownerman [Dec 1847 - 52 Ohio], Sarah [May 1855 - 45 Michigan], Harry [Jan 1883 -17 Michigan], Dora [Sep 1884 - 15 Michigan], Roscoe [Oct 1886 - 13 Michigan], Retal [Apr 1897 - 3 Michigan]. They were married 18 years with 4 children - all living. He was a stone mason. [Enum. Dist 59, sheet 15, line 37] Sarah departed this life on Monday, 13 January 1936 at Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana, at age 80 years, 7 months and 27 days. Sarah was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana.

     Harry was born on Tuesday, 30 January 1883 at Pipestone Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Harry departed this life on Tuesday, 6 July 1965 at Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana, at age 82 years, 5 months and 6 days. Harry was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka, St. Joseph County, Indiana.

     Alpha was born on Tuesday, 16 September 1884 at Pipestone Township, Berrien County, Michigan.¹ Alpha departed this life on Wednesday, 12 January 1972 at age 87 years, 3 months and 27 days.

     Reita was born on Thursday, 15 April 1897 at Eau Claire, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan.¹ Reita departed this life on Sunday, 4 August 1963 at age 66 years, 3 months and 20 days.

     Clara was born on Wednesday, 21 May 1873 at Ohio. She also went by the name of Birdie (?). Clara married John Henry Bowerman, son of Daniel Bowerman and Caroline Harbaugh, in 1891. 8 June 1900, Clara and her husband John were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John H. Bowerman [July 1860 - 39 Indiana], Birdie [May 1873 - 27 Ohio], Bessie [Mar 1894 - 6 Indiana], Henrietta [Jun 1897 - 2 Indiana]. They had been married 9 years with 3 children 2 living. They lived at 7 Ferry Street. [Enum. Dist 70, sheet 8, line 40] 25 April 1910, Clara and her husband John were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were John Bowerman [46 Indiana], Clara [35 Ohio], John Jr. [8 Illinois]. They had been married 19 years with 3 children 2 living. [4th Ward, Enum. Dist. 82, sheet 6a, line 38] 3 May 1930, Clara was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Martha Chapman [62 Michigan], Clara Woodruff [48 Ohio][daughter-in-law], Barton Woodruff [45 Michigan][son-in-law]. They are living on Brandywine Street. Barton was married for the first time at age 40 years & Clara at age 16 years. [Enum. Dist. 11-42, shheet 16a, line 1] Clara departed this life on Tuesday, 27 May 1958 at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 85 years and 6 days. She had married Barton Woodruff in 1925.

     Bessie was born in March 1894 at Indiana. 23 April 1910, Bessie was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Benton Harbor, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Laura M. Steinebach [53 New Hampshire-widow], with roomers: Bell Trozer [26 Michigan], Hazel Trozer [2 Michigan], Wilhelmina Vetter [20 Michigan], Bessie M. Bowerman [16 Indiana]. [Enum Dist 63, sheet 12a, line 40] Bessie married Frank Merritt on 2 July 1910 at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Marriage record: Mabel Bowerman 18 Michigan of Niles d/o John m. Lic. 2 July 1910 Frank Merritt 20 Michigan of Niles s/o George Merritt & ___ Setter.¹ 18 February 1920, Bessie was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Bessie Merritt [25 Indiana-divorced], Henrietta Bowerman [22 Indiana-divorced]. [Enum Dist 99, sheet 15a, line 41]
Bessie married Andrew J. Ruff in 1926. 8 April 1930, Bessie and her husband Andrew were listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Dolton Village, Cook County, Illinois. Enumerated in this household were Andrew J. Ruff [28 Indiana], Bessie M. [36 Indiana], Catherine Ruff [sister][14 Indiania], John D. Bowerman [brother-in-law][27 Illinois], May B. [sister-in-law][25 Michigan], Lloyd D. [nephew][7 Michigan], Virginia J. [neice][3 4/12 Illinois]. They were renting a home for $40.00. Andrew was age 24 years at his first marriage & Bessie was 32 years. John was age 19 at his first marriage and May was 17 years. [Enum. Dist. 16-2357, sheet 3a, line 48] Bessie departed this life in 1939 at Florida at age 44 years.

     Henrietta was born on Saturday, 12 June 1897 at Plymouth, Marshall County, Indiana. Her married name was Etta. 1910, Henrietta was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Henrietta Bowerman [12 Indiana], ward of Alice Fowler. [Enum Dist 10, sheet 81, line 315] 18 February 1920, Henrietta was listed on the U.S. Federal Census at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan. Enumerated in this household were Bessie Merritt [25 Indiana-divorced], Henrietta Bowerman [22 Indiana-divorced]. [Enum Dist 99, sheet 15a, line 41]
Henrietta departed this life on Monday, 5 October 1970 at Niles Township, Berrien County, Michigan, at age 73 years, 3 months and 23 days.

     Jessie was born in May 1878 at Indiana. She was the daughter of Mr. & Josephine Binkley.

     Goldie was born on Tuesday, 8 October 1889 at Elkhart, Elkhart County, Indiana. Goldie departed this life in April 1970 at Elkhart, Elkhart County, Indiana, at age 80 years and 5 months.

      It should be noted that on 4 March 1785 Dauphin County formed from the parent county of Lancastser County. Peter was born circa 1745 at Germany. Peter married Anna Elizabeth Kornman on 18 September 1764 at Trinity Luthern Church, Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Peter departed this life in 1815.

     Anna was born circa 1747 at Pennsylvania. Anna married Peter IM Shoffstall on 18 September 1764 at Trinity Luthern Church, Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Anna departed this life circa 1813 at Pennsylvania.

     Solomon was born on Monday, 15 December 1777 at Strausburg, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

     Catharina was born on Sunday, 27 April 1783 at Berks County, Ohio. On 29 May 1783, Catharina was christened at Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehreersburg, Berks County, Pennsylvania. The christening records list her parents: George Michael Haag & Catharina & her sponsor: Margartha Haagin [single].¹ Catharina married Solomon IM Shoffstall, son of Peter IM Shoffstall and Anna Elizabeth Kornman, circa 1802 at Pennsylvania. Catharina departed this life on Monday, 2 August 1858 at Liberty Township, Crawford County, Ohio, at age 75 years, 3 months and 6 days. Catharina was laid to rest in Liberty Township, Crawford County, Ohio. Yeiter.²

     John was born circa 1730. John departed this life in May 1808 at Upper Paxton Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.

     George was born on Thursday, 24 October 1805 at Lykens Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. On 25 November 1805, George was christened at Hoffman's Reformed Church, Lykens Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. The christening records show his parents: Solomon IM Schoffstall & Catharina & his sponsonrs: G. Michael Haag & wife Catharina. George departed this life in 1837 at age 31 years.

      He was residing in Liberty Township, Crawford County, Ohio in 1840, Salem Township, Stuben County, Indiana in i850 and Salem Center, Stuben County, Indiana in 1860, According to places of birth of his children, he moved to Indiana in 1846. Christian was born on Sunday, 23 August 1807 at Lykens Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. On 23 March 1808, Christian was christened at Hoffman's Reformed Church, Lykens Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. The christening records show his parents: Solomon IM Schoffstall & his sponsors: David Buffington & wife Eva. Christian departed this life on Monday, 22 November 1880 at Salem Center, Jackson Township, Stuben County, Indiana, at age 73 years, 2 months and 30 days. Christian was laid to rest in Salem Center, Jackson Township, Stuben County, Indiana. His tombstone reads: age 73.28.0 years.