Stella May Hand1

F, #46801, b. 24 May 1878, d. 28 December 1904
  • Last Edited: 18 Feb 2017
  • Stella May Hand was born on 24 May 1878.3
  • She was the daughter of John F. Hand and Sophia (?)2
  • Stella May Hand married Patrick Merold on 20 February 1897, Tower City, Schuylkill County, PA.1,4
  • Stella May Hand died on 28 December 1904, at age 26.3
  • She was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Tower City, Schuylkill County, PA.3
  • Father*: John F. Hand2
  • Mother*: Sophia (?)2

Children of Stella May Hand and Patrick Merold

  • William Dewey Merold1 b. 7 Jun 1898
  • Charles Norman Merold1 b. 7 Sep 1899
  • John Adam Merold1 b. 26 Feb 1901
  • Albert Herman Herold5,6 b. 7 Feb 1903, d. 17 Apr 1978

Citations

  1. [S932] Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Church and Town Records, 1669-2013, online www.ancestry.com (Historical Society of Pennsylvania: Historic Pennsylvania Church and Town Records Reel: 267). Hereinafter cited as Pennsylvania, Church and Town Records, 1708-1985.
  2. [S191] 1880 U.S. Census, Porter Township, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1193; Family History Film: 1255193; Page: 339D; Enumeration District: 220; Image: 0167.
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  4. [S970] Www.ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, Pennsylvania, Marriages, 1852-1968.
  5. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 146. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  6. [S199] 1910 Census , Tower City, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1419; Page: 24A; Enumeration District: 0102; FHL microfilm: 1375432.

William E. Campbell1

M, #46808, b. circa 1915, d. 1972
  • Last Edited: 26 Jun 2019

Child of William E. Campbell and Nina Loraine Klinger

  • Kyra Lynn Campbell4

Citations

  1. [S941] 1940 US Census, Akron, Summit County, Ohio; Roll: T627_3179; Page: 10A; Enumeration District: 89-168.
  2. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/194406298/…. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/194406270/…
  4. [S970] Www.ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, Summit County, Ohio, Marriage Records, 1840-1980.

Kenneth Walter Fairchild1

M, #46814, b. 13 March 1913, d. August 1975
  • Last Edited: 11 Nov 2016
  • Kenneth Walter Fairchild was born on 13 March 1913.1
  • He was the son of Walter Fairchild and Florence Sivriling.1
  • Kenneth Walter Fairchild died in August 1975, at age 62.2
  • Father*: Walter Fairchild1
  • Mother*: Florence Sivriling1

Child of Kenneth Walter Fairchild and Elda Donna Klinger

  • Julie Lorayne Fairchild1

Citations

  1. [S970] Www.ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, Summit County, Ohio, Marriage Records, 1840-1980.
  2. [S200] Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Index. Hereinafter cited as SSDI.

Brandon James Messner1,2

M, #46821, b. 30 March 1985, d. 6 October 2014
  • Last Edited: 12 Nov 2016
  • Brandon James Messner was born on 30 March 1985, Onslow Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville, Onslow County, NC.1,2
  • He was the son of Rodney Allen Messner and Sherri Lee Klinger.1
  • Brandon James Messner died on 6 October 2014, Highspire, Dauphin County, PA, at age 29.1
  • Newspaper obituary:
    HIGHSPIRE- Brandon J. Messner, 29, of Highspire, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2014 in his home of Dauphin County.
    He was born at OnSlow Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville, North Carolina. Brandon was the son of Rodney A. Messner and Sherri L. (Klinger, Messner) Hebda and stepson of Claudia S. Messner and John F. Hebda.
    He graduated from Hempfield High School (Lancaster County) and Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Psychology. Brandon worked at Erie Insurance in Camp Hill.
    In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Brent A. Messner and nephew Cameron A. Messner.
    Brandon leaves his maternal grandparents, James and Penny Klinger, great grandmother, Elva (Harner) Klinger and paternal step-grandmother, Harriet Messner. He was preceded in death by his maternal great grandparents Haven and Ruth (Yoder) Laudensalger and Leon Klinger, as well as paternal grandparents, Robert A. Messner and Sandra (Willow) Messner and step-grandparents John J. and Betty A Hebda.
    A Celebration of Life service will be held at Hoover-Boyer Funeral Home in Millersburg, PA on Saturday Oct. 18 at 11 am.
    In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to New Insights, in Brandon's name, 716 State Street, Lemoyne, PA 17043 (717) 303-3035. Brandon was an intelligent young man with a warm and gentle spirit and will be missed deeply.
    Published in Patriot-News on Oct. 10, 2014.3
  • He was buried at Riverview Memorial Gardens, Halifax, Dauphin County, PA.4
  • Father*: Rodney Allen Messner1
  • Mother*: Sherri Lee Klinger1

Citations

  1. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brandon J. Messner (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).
  2. [S970] Www.ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, North Carolina, Birth Indexes, 1800-2000.
  3. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).
  4. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.

Brent Allen Messner1

M, #46822, b. 19 July 1982, d. 19 April 2018
  • Last Edited: 30 Apr 2018
  • Brent Allen Messner was born on 19 July 1982, General Hospital, Virginia Beach, VA.2
  • He was the son of Rodney Allen Messner and Sherri Lee Klinger.1
  • Brent Allen Messner died on 19 April 2018, at age 35.2
  • Newspaper obituary:
    HARRISBURG - Brent Allen Messner, age 35, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018 due to an overdose of fentanyl-laced heroine. He was born at the General Hospital of Virginia Beach, Virginia on July 19, 1982. Brent was the son of Rodney A. Messner and Sherri L. (Klinger, Messner) Hebda and stepson of John F. Hebda and Claudia S. Messner.
    Brent graduated from Bellwood Antis High School, earned an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, and a certificate in outstanding achievement from the Academy of Medical Arts and Business. He was a website owner and developer, previously worked for the US Army Medical Command in Carlisle, PA and the US Army Corps of Engineers in Pittsburgh, PA.
    Brent leaves behind his son, Cameron A. Messner (6 years of age); maternal grandparents, James and Penny Klinger; great grandmother, Elva (Harner) Klinger and paternal step-grandmother, Harriet Messner.
    He was preceded in death by his brother, Brandon J. Messner; maternal great grandparents Haven & Ruth (Yoder) Laudenslager and Leon Klinger; and paternal grandparents, Robert A. & Sandra (Willow) Messner and step-grandparents John J. & Betty A. (Sierer) Hebda.
    The family will receive family and friends, Saturday, May 12, 2018, 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Hoover-Boyer Funeral Home, 118 South Market Street, Millersburg, PA 17061. A Celebration of Life Service will begin at 11:00 am with lunch following at "The Wooden Nickel" banquet room.
    In lieu of flowers, please donate in the name of Brent A. Messner to HERO (Heroin Epidemic Relief Organization) via their webpage at www.theherofoundation.org or by check or money order payable to the Heroin Epidemic Relief Organization, PO Box 2536, Orland Park, IL 60642-109.
    Brent was a sharp young man that had an intuitive and considerate spirit, which made him a great listener and champion for those in need. To send condolences go to www.hbfuneralhomes.com.
    Published on Pennlive.com and in The Patriot-News on Apr. 29, 2018.2
  • Father*: Rodney Allen Messner1
  • Mother*: Sherri Lee Klinger1

Child of Brent Allen Messner

  • Cameron A. Messner1

Citations

  1. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brandon J. Messner (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).
  2. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brent Allen Messner, Harrisburg Patriot-News, April 29, 2018; http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx

Robert A. Messner1

M, #46824, b. 12 July 1944, d. 8 February 2006
  • Last Edited: 12 Nov 2016
  • Robert A. Messner was born on 12 July 1944, Paxton, Dauphin County, PA.1
  • He married Sandra Willow.2
  • Robert A. Messner died on 8 February 2006, Millersburg, Dauphin County, PA, at age 61.1
  • Newspaper obituary:
    MILLERSBURG - Robert A. (Bob) Messner, Sr., 61, of 360 Church Street, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2006 at his residence.
    He was born in Paxton, on July 12, 1944, the son of the late Charles A. and Mildred V. (Zerbe) Messner.
    He worked as a Painter for the Local #411 Painters Union, Harrisburg. He was a member of the Masonic Susquehanna Lodge #364, Millersburg; also enjoyed hunting and traveling with his family; and loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
    He was the husband of Harriet L. ( March) Messner; and is also survived by 3 sons, Rodney A. Messner of Harrisburg, Robert A. Messner, Jr., and Jason A. Messner, both of Millersburg; 2 daughters, Tammie E. Hardy of Gettysburg, and Jill M. Klinger of Paxton; 3 sisters, Patty Lahr of Harrisburg, Linda Carr of TN, and Vickie Chronister of Enola; 1 brother, Paul A. Messner of Lakeland, FL; 11 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Hawkins and a
    great-grandson, Trenton Marsh.
    Services at Trinity UCC, Millersburg at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, February 14th, with Rev. Penny Dollar officiating. Interment with Masonic Services at Rickards Cemetery, Paxton. Viewing will be on Tuesday from 9-10 a.m., at Trinity UCC.
    Family requests donations to American Heart Association, S. Central PA Chapter, 1517 Cedar Cliff Drive Camp Hill, PA 17011.
    Hoover Funeral Home, Inc., Millersburg, is handling the arrangements. Sign the register book at www. hooverfuneralhomes.com www.pennlive.com/obits
    Published in the Patriot-News on 2/10/2006.3
  • He was buried on 14 February 2006, at Rickard Memorial Cemetery, Paxton, Dauphin County, PA.3

Children of Robert A. Messner and Sandra Willow

  • Rodney Allen Messner1
  • Jill Messner4

Citations

  1. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  2. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brandon J. Messner (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, Online obituary.
  4. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, Online obituary for Robert A. Messner.

Sandra Willow1

F, #46825, d. before 2014
  • Last Edited: 12 Nov 2016

Children of Sandra Willow and Robert A. Messner

  • Rodney Allen Messner1
  • Jill Messner2

Citations

  1. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brandon J. Messner (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).
  2. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, Online obituary for Robert A. Messner. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.

Haven Laudenslager1

M, #46826, d. before 2014
  • Last Edited: 12 Nov 2016
  • Haven Laudenslager married Ruth Yoder.1
  • Haven Laudenslager died before 2014.1

Child of Haven Laudenslager and Ruth Yoder

  • Penny Laudenslager1

Citations

  1. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brandon J. Messner (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).

Ruth Yoder1

F, #46827, d. before 2014
  • Last Edited: 12 Nov 2016

Child of Ruth Yoder and Haven Laudenslager

  • Penny Laudenslager1

Citations

  1. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Brandon J. Messner (Harrisburg Patriot-News, October 10, 2014).