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Category Archives: Runkle Ancestry
Thoughts on Palatine Ancestors
What interests me about genealogical research is the discovery of historical context. I was surprised to learn that I have Palatine ancestors. They suffered a horrible passage by sea only to be tricked by the government and left to fend … Continue reading
Johannes Runkle
Johannes (Johan – Hance) Runkle (c. 1735-1803) was born about 1735, probably in the Runkle region of Germany. He was the progenitor of Runkles in New York State, a farmer who fought in the Revolutionary War, as well as the … Continue reading
John Runkle
John Runkle (1756-1813) was born March 28, 1756 in the Boght (Watervliet), NY. He was my third great grandfather. His parents were Johan Runkle (1730-1803) and Anna Barbara Neher (1728-1793). John’s father purchased a 246 acre farm in October 1769 … Continue reading
Posted in -6th Generation, Line - ROFF, Runkle Ancestry, Served in War, Van Woert Ancestry
Tagged Rest together RIP
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Frederick Roff
Frederick Roff (1795-1890), a veteran of the War of 1812, was widowed early and raised five children on his own. He owned a number of farms and lived until age 95. Frederick, my great-great grandfather, was born January 3, 1795 … Continue reading
Posted in -5th Generation, Colonie/Watervliet, NY, Line - ROFF, Roff Ancestry, Runkle Ancestry, Served in War
Tagged Early loss of spouse, Owned significant real estate, Parents' loss of adult child
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Isaac Roff
Isaac Roff (1846-1927) was born on December 10, 1846 in Colonie, NY, the youngest of five children. He was motherless by age 2. Isaac was raised with his father and grandfather, both farmers since the late 1700s. Isaac eventually owned … Continue reading