I learned today that my friend, Rev. Paul Borgman has entered a hospice journey from life to life. Pastor Paul and his wife, Pat are our beloved museum friends, patrons, and are family to many around here. I want to say in this public forum that I love them. Pat always knows exactly what we … More You Must Be Present to Win
I welcome a new guest blogger today. Her name is Pat Borgman. She will tell you the story of one of her aunts, Evelyn Meyr. Her Aunt Evelyn received her heavenly reward earlier this year, and she will receive special recognition in our immigration conference next week. Evelyn was a member of the building committee … More My Aunt Evelyn Meyr
On June 12 in 1881, Rev. J.F. Koestering had the privilege of uniting Gottlieb Samuel Meyr and Anna Sarah Haecker in marriage at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg. Sarah’s father was one of the original immigrants, coming to America aboard the Olbers. Gottlieb’s family immigrated to America from Austria in 1853. Both Gottlieb and Sarah … More An Austrian Carpenter Marries a Local Girl
