Arnold Souder
Age: 94
Residence: Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN
Place of Death: Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN
Date of Death: May 21, 1993
Occupation: farmer and grocery store worker, retired in 1981
Wife: Edna Elizabeth, died 1978
Survivors:  Arnold Jr., Norma, three grandchildren, four g-grandchildren,
friend Ruth McClain.
Services: 1 p.m. First Baptist Church, Columbia City, IN
Calling: May 23, 1993 Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, IN
Burial: Nolt Cemetery, Columbia Twp., Whiltey Co., IN

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"Floyd C. Souder, 45, for twelve years a mail carrier from Columbia City
post office died at his home in that city Saturday morning at 12:30 in
he Linvill Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held at 2:00 o'clock
Monday afternoon. Interment in the Lakeview Cemetery at Larwill."

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"Dr. C.L. Souder, of Columbia City, died Friday evening at the Lutheran
Hospital in Fort Wayne, after a weeks illness. Towards the last, the
disease from which he was suffering, destroyed his mind and he was
unconscious of what was going on around him. The Doctor had been working
hard for 2 weeks, caring for his patients who were suffering from the
epidemic, and becoming exhausted he fell a victim to the disease. The
sinus trouble from which he had suffered for a few years returned, for
which an operation was performed at the hospital. Following the
operation, brain and spinal trouble developed which caused the
physicians to realize that he was fatally ill. Dr. Souder was born in
Larwill,  August 18, 1874, and was the son of Dr. Christopher Souder,
for many years the leading physician at Larwilll, and inheriting a
liking for medicine he early in life decided to make that his
profession. He graduated from the Northwestern University of Chicago in
1898, and soon after began practicing in Columbia City, and became one
of the busiest physicians in that city. He was married in 1900 to Miss
Lura Shinneman, of Columbia City, who survives him. He also leaves l
sister, Mrs. B.F. Stewart, of Toronto, Canada, who survives him. He had
2 brothers, but neither one of them have been heard from for several
years. Dr. Souder volunteered for service in the Army in 1917, and while
at Camp Grant suffered a severe attack of pneumonia, and  came home to
recuperate, and was later honorably discharged. Following his death a
post mortem was held and the upper portion of the skull was removed and
a microscopic examination was made of the brain, disclosing the presence
of minngitis germs. The funeral was held Monday afternoon at the home.
Rev. Hoshour officiating. Burial in South Park Cemetery."

South Whitley Tribune - 16 March 1916

"March 9, 1916.  Souder, Frank. The funeral of Frank Souder, who died
Thursday of last week, of paralysis, was held Saturday forenoon at the
United Brethren Church, Rev. Noah McCoy officiating. Interment was made
in the South Whitley cemetery. Deceased was employed in the Green &
Snyder meat market. He was taken ill on Monday morning and on Tuesday he
became unconscious and remained in that condition until his death. Frank
Souder was born November 30, 1856 and at the time of his death, as aged
59 years, 3 months and 2 days. He was the son of Christian and Susan
Souder, deceased, of Richland Township, and he remained in that locality
and took up farming. When a young man the deceased was married to Miss
Martha Green, now deceased,  sister of Marion Green of South Whitley,
and the following children survive this union: Harley, Miss Clela and
Mrs. Morton Squires, of LaPorte; Mrs. Asa Foster of Columbia City, Harry
Souder of near Columbia City, 2 brothers, Lewis of near Columbia City
and James of Richland Township, l sister, Mrs Henry Long of near Larwill
and 6 grandchildren also survive."

NOTE: Frank was known as "Penn"

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James M Souder obituary

James Souder died Monday at Larwill:  James M Souder, aged 65, died at
his home in Larwill, Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, following an illness
due to complications extending over a period of one year. For several
weeks past he had been confined to his bed and his death was not
unexpected. The deceased was born in this county September 22, 1860. He
grew up on a farm, being the son of Christian and Susanna Souder. He
followed the vocation of a farmer, removing to Larwill in later life.
When a young man, Mr. Souder married Sarah Helfrich, who survives. In
addition to the wife, Mr. Souder is survived by the following named
children: Floyd Souder of Columbia City, Mary Hartman of Larwill, Lester
of near Larwill, and Rev. Dewey Souder of Sweetser, Indiana.  One
sister, Mrs. Henry Long of Larwill, also survives. Mr. Souder was a
member of the Methodist Church and Modern Woodman Lodge at Larwill.
Funeral services were held at the Larwill Methodist Church, Wednesday
afternoon. Rev. G.D. Drake officiating."

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Lewis Freeman Souder obit

Lewis F. Souder, aged 71 years, died at his home in Richland Township
Monday following an extended illness from paralysis. He was born near
Larwill on November 2, 1851, to Christian and Susanna (Kistler) Souder,
deceased and he is survived by one brother, James Souder and one sister,
Mrs. Sarah Ann Long, both of Larwill. On December 23, 1875, he was
united in marriage to Hannah Brown, who survives. Seven children were
born to them, three of whom are dead. The living children are Henry and
Arnold Souder of Columbia City; Lee Souder of Ida Grove, Iowa and Mrs.
Firmer Foster, of Columbia City. There are six grandchildren and four
great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at his late home Monday
and burial was made in the Masonic Cemetery at Columbia City."

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Martha Green Souder obituary

"Martha Souder, wife of Frank Souder, was born in Clark County, Ohio,
January 23, 1860. She came with her parents to Indiana when a child. On
January 3, 1878 she was united in marriage to Frank Souder. To this
union six children were born,two sons and four daughter. One daughter,
Inez, having preceded her in death. During a meeting held by Alvin
Slusser in 1884 she gave her heart to God and united with the U.B.
Church and has lived a faithful and consistent life since. She endured
her affliction with great patience, was much devoted to the cares of her
loved ones.  At 1:30 o'clock last Saturday morning she passes peacefully
away. At the age of 54 ears 8 months 24 days. She leaves a husband three
daughters and two sons, two brothers, two half brothers,  five half
sisters and a step mother, and many other friends to mourn her
departure.  Funeral service conducted by Rev. McCoy, Monday afternoon at
the M.E. Church."

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Nora Esther Hartman Souder obit

Memorial Services to be Held Saturday for Mrs. Nora Souder
"Mrs. Nora Esther Souder, 80, of North Walnut Street, Columbia City
passed away at 5:00 o'clock Wednesday at the Hillcrest Nursing Home
where she had been a patient since November 25. She had been in failing
health for the last four years prior to entering the home, but had not
been bed fast until admission there. She was a native of Larwill, and
was born on April 20, 1882. A daughter of Jonathan and Frances Myers
Hartman. On August 26, 1908, she was united in marriage to Floyd C.
Souder. Their first home was on a farm in Richland Township, south of
Larwill. In 1910 they moved to Valporaiso where her husband completed
his work in the Valporaiso University for a teacher's license. Upon
their return to Whitley county they again resided in Richland Township
while Mr. Souder taught in the Nolt School. In 1915 they moved to
Columbia City when Mr. Souder was appointed a rural mail carrier. Her
husband preceded her in death on March 26, 1932. She was a member of the
First Presbyterian Church.
The surviving.relatives include one son, Don M. Souder, Columbia City,
one daughter, Mrs. Betty Shoemaker, Baltimore, Maryland; four grandsons,
Dennis Souder, Warsaw, Peter Souder, Columbia City, Lavier and Lee
Shoemaker, Baltimore, Maryland; one sister, Mrs. Viola Loe, Columbia
City; two brothers, Pearl Hartman and Russell Hartman, both of Larwill.
Friends may call at the Smith and Sons Funeral Home  in Columbia City
after 7:00 o'clock this evening. The Rev Richard Wolfe,pastor of the
First Presbyterian Church, will officiate at the funeral services to be
held Saturday at 10:00 am at the funeral home. Committal services and
burial will follow the funeral home rites in the Lakeview Cemetery at
Larwill."

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Pearl Laverna (SOUDER) FOSTER:

Mrs. Asa L. Foster (Pearl Souder)
Source: Columbia City Post [Whitley County Indiana] 19 March 1951

     Death came shortly after 10 o'clock today to Mrs. Asa Foster, patient since
January 16 at Irene Byron Sanaitorium. Mrs. Foster, a resident of 210 West
Jackson Street, had been in failing health for some time.
     She was the former Pearl Souder, daughter of the late Frank and Martha
Green Souder, and was born July 3rd 1879. Surviving besides the husband are a
daughter, Mrs. Richmond Wenner, and a son, Firmer Foster of this city; a sister,
Mrs. M.M. Squires of this city and a brother, John Souder of LaPorte. Three
grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren also survive.
     The body was brought to the DeMoney-Hollingsworth Funeral Home to
await funeral arrangements. Friends will be received at the mortuary after 1 p.m.
Tuesday.

Asa L. Foster
Source: Columbia City Post [Whitley County Indiana] 12 September 1951

     Asa L. Foster, past 76 years old, died unexpectdly at 4:30 a.m. today at his
residence at 212 East Jackson Street, Columbia City. Fifteen years ago he
suffered a severe heart attack and has not been well since.
     He was born in Columbia township on April 22, 1875 and was a son of
Pierce and Elvira Jackson Foster. He spent his entire life in Whitley county and
for many years he had been associated with his son in the operation of the
Foster and Son truck line.
     On February 9, 1896 he was married at South Whitley to Pearl Laverna
Souder, daughter of Frank and Martha Green Souder of Thorncreek township.
She died March 19, 1951. Surviving are a son, Firmer P. Foster, 332 North Elm
Street, Columbia City and a daughter, Mrs. Richard G. Wenner, 609 Park
Avenue, Columbia City. Three grandchildren and four great grandchildren
survive. Mrs. Melvin Grant, 123 North Elm Street is a half sister. His only
brother died a number of years ago.
     The body was brought to the DeMoney-Hollingsworth funeral home where
friends may call after noon Thursday and where funeral services will be held at 2
p.m. Friday afternoon. Internment will be in Nolt Cemetary.

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Sarah Souder obituary

"The death of Mrs. Sarah Souder, widow of James Souder, occurred at her
home in Larwill, Wednesday night of last week. Mrs Souder had been in
poor health the past two weeks but her condition was not considered
alarming until the day before she died. Mrs. Souder was an excellent
citizen and one who will be greatly missed by her many friends. Funeral
services for the late Mrs. Sarah Souder were held at the M.E. Church in
Larwill, Saturday afternoon, conducted by her pastor, Rev. Cook Graham.
Interment in Lake View Cemetery."

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"The History of Whitley County, Indiana" by S.P. Kaler and R.H. Maring,
Published by B.F. Bowen & Co., 1907, Page 586-587:

"Carl Lawrence Souder, M.D., a leading and respected member of his
profession, was born at Larwill, Indiana, August 18, 1874, being the son of
Dr. Christopher and Sabina (Trembly) Souder.  Dr. Christopher Souder was of
German descent, was born in Ohio, and accompanied his parents to Indiana
when a child.  He became a physician and practiced in this county for
twenty-six years.  He was a graduate of the Cincinnati (Ohio) Medical
College and also of the literary department of Mendota College.  He taught
school until the outbreak of the Civil war, when he enlisted in the
Forty-fourth Indiana Volunteer Infantry, in which he served for three years
and six months, taking part in all of the battles in which his regiment
earned its enviable record in the Army of the Cumberland and Tennessee.  He
was auditor of Whitley county for four years, and as an educator ever took
an interest in the education and upbuilding of children and young people.
He was an active member of the Masonic order and shaped his life in harmony
with its fraternal teachings.  He died December 15, 1899.  Mrs. Souder was
the daughter of John S. Trembly, of Ohio.  Doctor and Mrs. Souder were
parents of eight children, four of whom are deceased.  Those living are:
Carl; Ralph, a physician of Chicago; Wade, a farmer, and Bessie, a
stenographer.
     Carl Lawrence Souder received his education in the common high schools,
after which he taught for two years.  Subsequently he attended the Northern
Indiana Normal University and the State University at Bloomington, and
graduated from the scientific department of the Northern Indiana University,
at Valparaiso, with the degree of Bachelor of Science.  He then took a
course in the medical department of the Northwestern University at CHicago,
graduating with the class of 1898.  Doctor Souder is active in the various
socities of his prfession and stands high in the esteem of his community as
a careful and scientific conservator of health.  June 5, 1900, he was
married to Miss Lura Shinneman, a native of this county.  Doctor Souder's
religious affiliation is with the Lutheran church, while fraternally he is a
member of the Knights of Pythias and the Order of Ben Hur."

Pages 586-587 - "History of Whitley County, Indiana" by S.P. Kaler and R.H.
Maring (pub. 1907)

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"C. SOUDER, M.D., son of Conrad Souder and Mary Souder, natives
respectively of Germany and Pennsylvania, was born in Richland County, Ohio,
in 1842.  In the fall of 1846, Conrad Souder, with his family, located in
this township on Section 9.  Here he cleared a farm of 160 acres, and
provided a home for his family, which consisted of two sons and two
daughters.  In 1852, he died, beloved and respected by all.  His widow is
yet living and is sixty-two years old.  The subject's youth was passed at
home, and in the fall of 1861 he enlisted in Company E, Forty-fourth Indiana
Volunteer Infantry, serving in the war until he was honorably discharged in
November, 1864.  He received wounds in the battle of Chickamauga, and was in
the battles of Fort Donelson and Pittsburgh Landing.  Upon his return, he
became a scholar in the schools at Columbia City, and afterward at Roanoke,
Ind., thence to Mendota College, Illinois, teaching at intervals.  In 1867,
he began his medical studies with Dr. Firestone; attended lectures at
Cleveland and Cincinnati in 1870, graduating from the latter in the same
year, since which time he has been engaged actively in the practice of his
profession at Larwill, with the exception of eighteen months at South
Whitley.  He was married, in 1870, to Sabina Trembley, daughter of John S.
Trembley; is a member of the Masonic order, and has two children living, one
having died."

Angela Kneller - angela@kneller.com

 "Dr. Christopher Souder was born in Richland County, Ohio, in 1842.  In
1846 the family located in Richland Township, Whitley County.  He served in
the Forty-fourth Indiana Regiment from 1861 to 1864.  He studied medicine
under Dr. Firestone and graduated from the Cincinnati Medical College in
1870.  He practiced a short time at South Whitley, then went to Larwill, and
practiced until his retirement on account of failing health.  He died about
eight years ago.  He was elected county auditor in 1890, but never moved
from Larwill and did not give up the practice, dividing his time between
practice and office.  His son, Carl Souder, is now a successful practitioner
in Columbia City."
 

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"HENRY SOUDER is a native of Richland County, Ind., born in 1840, and
son of Conrad and Mary Souder.  He was six years old when his parents came
to this township and located, and when eighteen years of age assumed the
management of the home farm.  March 4, 1861, he was united in marriage to
Miss. Sarah E. Easly.  Her parents, Joseph and Mary Easly, the former a
native of Germany and the latter of Ohio, were early settlers of Indiana.
Mr. Souder, in the fall of 1862, enlisted in Company K, Eighty-eighth
Indiana Volunteer Infantry.  He was wounded at Perryville; was in the
battles of Stone River, Chickamauga, Mission Ridge and Lookout Mountain, and
was honorably discharged in June 1865.  The following four years he was
engaged in lumbering in this county; then continued in the same business at
Noblesville, Noble County, for a period of two years, locating permanently
on his present farm of 160 acres in the spring of 1874, since which time he
has given his attention to farming.  Mr. and Mrs. Souder have a family of
six - four sons and two daughters.  He is a Republican and a member of the
Masonic fraternity."
 

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JAMES W. IRWIN was born in Licking County, Ohio, February 1, 1822, and is the
eldest of six children born to John and Mary (Dodge) Irwill, natives respectively of
Maryland and Ohio. John lrwin moved to Licking County, Ohio, when he was a young
man, and was there married. In October, 1838, he came with his wife and children to
Kosciusko County, this State, where two years previously he had entered 160 acrea of
land, and here erected a cabin and began clearing up a farm. In 1851, he came to this
township and bought a farm of 280 acres. In 1855, he removed to Cass County, Iowa,
where he resided till his death, in 1868; Mrs. Mary Irwin died at the same place, in 1862.
They were both members of the M. E. Church. James W. Irwin received the ordinary
common-school education in his youth, and worked on the farm till twenty-six years old,
when he entered 120 acres in this township, built a log cabin and began on his own
account. December 11, 1847, he married Mary Souder, who was born in Tuscarawas
County, Ohio, April 25, 1822. She is the daughter of Christopher and Margaret (Hamon)
Souder, the former a native of Germany and the latter of Pennsylvania. Mr. and Mrs.
Irwin have one child living, Adaline M., now Mrs. John Metz. In politics, Mr, Irwin is a
Democrat, and for two years was Trustee of Union Township.

Page 321

G. W. PRUGH, son of Abner and Nancy Prugh, was born in
Preble County, Ohio, in 1843. When quite young, his parents
removed to this township, where he lived until the age of eighteen.
At that time, he enlisted in Company K, Eighty-eighth Indiana
Volunteer Infantry, August 11, 1862, and was honorably
discharged in June, 1865. He participated in the battle of
Chickamauga, and for three days after that subsisted on one
cracker while marching at the rate of eleven miles per day, and,
under Gens. Carlan and Sherman, marched to Atlanta. After
returning from the war, Mr. Prugh engaged in farming, renting
land, until he located on his present farm. He was married to
Nancy Souder in 1867. Her father, Conrad Souder, came to this
county in 1846.

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