Yuma County, Colorado Photographs

Yuma County Pioneer Photographs:

John F. and Emily (Haffner) Dieckmann, , Copper Kettle


In 1900 Lincoln County, Kansas, Fred J. Dieckman is 388, Emily 33, Frida M. 9, Pauline J. 7, Cornelia A. 5, Adolph A. 3, and Martha L. eleven months.

1914 Idalia "Walter Manger of Nebraska was here visiting his cousins , Adolph and Ted Dieckmann , from Tuesday till Saturday . "

December 1934 "John Frederick Dieckmann, well known and highly respected citizen of Idalia neighborhood passed away Tuesday, Dec. 4, at the age of 72 years, 11 months, and days. As we write this brief notice funeral arrangements have not been completed. Mr. Dieckmann was the father of Mrs. Henry Gerber. The obituary notice is not available for this week but will be printed in a later issue."

"John Frederick Dieckmann was born in Femme Osage, St. Charles County, Missouri, December 25, 1861. There he gained his education in the parochial school of his home till his confirmation, laying a solid foundation for the strong faith he later manifested. A few years later he went to Levacy, Mo., to work on a farm. Returning to his home place lie was married to Miss Emilie Haffner on the 20th of May, 1890. The happy young couple made their home then at Levacy, Mo., for several years. In 1899 they located in Lincoln county, Kansas, but again the call of the West came to them and they removed in 1904 to Thomas county, Kansas, not far from Brewster. Then Colorado drew them still farther west and on Nov. 18, 1910 they made their home here northwest of Idalia, where they have been residing since. Seven children came to bless this happy home, five daughters and two sons. The family circle was broken suddenly when in 1922 the eldest son was suddenly taken from them by a flash of lightning.
Frugal and industrious and of a deep religious disposition, one of his characteristics was his unfailing optimism, which revealed to him always even in the darkest cloud the silver lining. In all things he saw a Father handshaping life's events for him and this taught him, never to despair but to hope for the time when the Father would make all things clear. In late years he suffered much at times with a heart ailment. Last Monday he was seized with another attack. On Tuesday, at sundown, Dec. 4, his earthly sun went down and he quietly went to sleep, aged 73 years, 11 months and 10 days.
Those that mourn are his faithful wife, his children: Mrs. Frieda Wudke, Herndon, Kan; Pauline Gerber, Idalia; Nellie Ledford, San Francisco, Calif.; Martha Nelson, Denver; Theophile, at home; Gertrude Fleer, Idalia; four brothers, one sister, nine grandchildren, one great grandchild, other relatives and a host of friends that knew and appreciated him. Burial was Friday, Dec. 7, at the Idalia cemetery."

May 14, 1936 "Mrs. J. F. Dieckman passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wudke, at Herndon, Kan., last Thursday morning. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Buchmueller Friday afternoon. The remains were laid to rest beside the husband at the Idalia cemetery, west of town. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. "

"Emilie Hafner was born at Femme Osage, St. Charles county, Mo., Feb. 14, 1867. At the age of 14 years she was confirmed in the Evangelical church of that place. She was married to John Frederick Dieckman May 20, 1890. After nine years in Missouri the family moved to Lincoln county, Kansas. Five years later they moved to Thomas county, Kansas, and on Nov. 18, 1910 to the home place near Idalia.
Seven children came to bless this home, five daughters and two sons. This family circle was suddenly broken in 1922 when the eldest son was suddenly taken from them by a bolt of lightniing, and again on Dec. 4, 1934 when her beloved husband was taken from her.
A lingering disease claimed her for years, causing her great suffering. After her husband's death she could no longer care for herself and went to her eldest daughter's home at Herndon, Kansas, where she received loving care until death claimed her at 3:30 a. m. May 6, 1936, at the age of 69 years, 2 months, 22 days.
She leaves to mourn her departure her children: Frieda Wudke of Herndon, Kansas; Pauline Gerber, Idalia, Colo.; Nellie Ledford, San Francisco, Calif.; Martha Nelson, Denver, Colo.; Theophile Dieckmann, Idalia, Colo.; Gertrude Fleer, Aurora, Colo.; also two brothers, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild."

GERTRUDE

"Wednesday, Sept. 19, 1928 at 11 o;clock Miss Gertrude Dieckman, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Deickman was married to Mr. William H. Fleer, son of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Fleer at the home of the bride's parents, four and one-half miles northwest of Idalia, Rev. William M. Force of Idalia, saying the words uniting their lives in one. Mrs. Force rendered the lovely selection entitled 'The Maiden's Prayer' as the bride and groom accompanied by Miss Minnie Dangberg and Lewis Fleer Jr. made their appearance before the wedding guests. About 30 were present. After congratulations a fine dinner was served. After a brief wedding trip the young couple will be at home to their friends at the home already prepared on a farm 7 miles south-west of Idalia.

November 1937 "Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fleer and children motored down Saturday evening from Aurora, Colo. r to visit with her brother Ted Dieckman, and his mother, brothers and sister at the Fleer home Sunday evening. "

PAULINE

Pauline proved up 160 acres in sections 31 and, 3S 44W in 1918.


She married Henry Gerber on March 20, 1918 in Yuma County.

CORNELIA

Cornelia proved up 360 acres in section 31, 3S 44W in 1920.



"THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO: TO DON VAN LEDFORD, heir at law of Cornelia A. Ledford, deceased. to all other persons who are or claim to be heirs of said decedent. and to all persons interested, GREETING: TAKE NOTICE, that a Petition has been filed in this Cause, alleging that the above decedent died leaving the following described real property situate In the County of Yuma and State of Colorado, to-wlt: An undivided one-half (H) interest in fee simple by tenancy In common in and to: Lots One (1) and Two (2), and the East Half of the Northwest 1/4), and the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section Thirty-one (31). in Towntthlp Three (3) South, of Range Forty-four (44). West of the Sixth Principal Meridian. That the Petition names the above named Don Van Ledford as the sole and only heir at law of decedent. "

In 1940 San Francisco, Don Ledford is 40, born in Missouri, with Cornelia 46, and his niece Hilda Wudke 28 born in Kansas.

Cornelia Anna Ledford, born Dec 22, 1894 in Missouri, died May 31, 1952 in Mendocino County.
She's buried in Fort Bragg, California # 46581570.

Don Van Ledford 1898-1973 is buried in Littleton, Colorado # 132021062.

MARTHA

September 1912 "Martha Dieckman returned to her home Saturday after spending the summer with her sister in Herndon, Kansas."

July 1947 "Mrs. Martha Nelson, sister of Mrs. Henry Gerber and Ted Deickman, came down from Denver a week ago and is visiting them for a few weeks. Mrs. Nelson has not been here for several years and if we are correct it has been about 10 years since her last visit. "

FRIEDA

In 1920 Rawlins County, Kansas, Paul Wudtke is 37, Freda 28, Martha 8, Hilda 7, and Harry 6.

In 1930 Rawlins County, Paul O. is 47, Frieda M. 39, Martha F. 19, Hilda H. 18, Harry P. 16, and Ervin G. 7.

February 1947 "Word was received here Saturday that Mrs. Paul Wudtke of Herndon, Kansas had passed away. Relatives living here are. Ted Deickman, a brother; Mrs. Henry Gerber, sister; Harry Wudtke, son; Mrs. Wm. Moellenberg, daughter. All attended the funeral on Monday the 24th. Others who attended the funeral services were Ernie, Miss Ann and Mary Moellenberg and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ebeler. Mrs. Wudtke had not been too well of late but her death was a shock to the families here. We extend our sympathy to the brother and sisters, sons and daughters. March 6, 1947" We wish to express our sincere thanks for the cards, flowers and other expressions of sympathy extended to us at the death of our loved one. Your thoughtfulness meant a great deal to us.
Paul Wudtke, Hilda Baker, Harry Wurtke and family, Wm. Moellenberg and family, Erwin Wudtke and family."

Frieda M. Wudtke 1891-1947 is buried in Herndon # 69945321, with Paul O. 1882-1959.
July 2, 1959 "Paul Wudtke passed away on Thursday and was buried at Herndon, Kan., Monday. June 29. Services were conducted by the Evangelical and Reformed church where he was a life-long member. He leaves to mourn his passing his children. Mrs. Wm. Moellenberg and Harry Wudtke of Idalia. Mrs. Hilda Epely of Chicago, and Ervin Wudtke of McCook: two sisters, one brother, ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was visiting at the homes of his daughter and son at Idalia when he became ill. He passed away at the Wray hospital. He was preceded in death by his wife.

In 1940 Idalia precinct, Henry Moellenberg is 41, brother Wm. F. 38, Martha 30, Wayne 6, and Kenneth 1. Harry Wudtke 26 is wwith them.

Martha F. Wudke Moellenberg 1910-2000 is buried in Idalia # 64968687.
So is William Moellenberg 1901-1987 # 64968899.

Harry Wudtke, 27, married Freida Moellenberg on Dec 25, 1940 in Yuma County.

November 1946 "Of chief interest among the dismissals at the hospital this week was the departure on Thursday of the Wudtke twins, Joyce and Janice, to the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wudtke, near Idalia."

Harry, born Oct 14, 1913, died Dec 24, 1988. He's buried in Idalia # 15853311, with Frieda P. 1911-2004 # 15853249.
1962 "Mrs. Hilda Epley arrived on the Rocket from Chicago Saturday morning to visit her sister, Mrs. Wm. Moellenherg and family and her brother, Harry Wudtke and family.
Hilda H. (Wudke) Epley 1911-1999 is buried in Idalia # 64938822.


Erwin G. Wudke 1922-1997 is buried in McCook, Nebraska # 181349788, with Leona D.


TED

"Violet Nash, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Avery Nash of near Armel, Colorado, and Ted Dieckman of Idalia, Colo., were united in marriage at 12:30 p. m. Sunday, August 17, 1941 at the home of Rev. and Mrs. S. E. Parrott of Greeley, Colorado. The single ring ceremony was read by Rev. Parrott in the presence of immediate relatives and several close friends. The bride wore a navy blue and white dress with blue accessories. Her corsage was of pink rose buds. Miss Marjorie Parrott of Greeley, the maid of honor, wore a street frock of light blue crepe with matching accessories. Her corsage was also of pink rose buds. Mr. Dieckman was attended by Mr. Fritz Ramseier of Idalia. During the ceremony Mrs. Parrott played softly 'I Love You Truly' and 'Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life.'
Following the ceremony a lovely wedding dinner was served by Mrs. Avery Nash and Mrs. S. E. Parrott. The wedding cake, topped with a miniature bride and groom, formed the centerpiece of the table.
The bridal couple left for a short wedding trip to Red Feather Lakes and other mountain points, following which they will be at home on the groom's farm near Idalia.
The bride is a graduate of the Idalia High School with the class of '37. She also attended Grand Island Business College. Mr. Dieckman is a prominent farmer of the Idalia Community.
Those from a distance who attended the wedding were: Mr. and Mrs. Avery Nash near Armel, Mrs. Martha Nelson and son of Denver, Mr. and Mrs. Will Fleer and two children of Aurora, and Mr. Fritz Ramseier of Idalia. Mrs. Nelson and Mrs. Fleer are sisters of the groom. Friends and neighbors of this community extend their congratulations and best wishes to the bride and groom."

September 1950 "Mr. and Mrs. Dillington from the state of Missouri are Ted Dieckman this week. Mrs. Dillington is a sister of Mrs. Thos. Ledford and an aunt of Mrs. Dieckman."

"Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at St. John's E. & R. church at Idalia for Ted Dieckman who died in Denver on May 13, 1959. Rev. Richard Miller of Fort Madison, Iowa, and Rev. Kreuzenstein officiated. Interment was at the Idalia cemetery.
Theophil Gerhard Dieckman, son of John F. and Emily Dieckman, was born in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, on August 30, 1901, and died at his sister's home in Denver May 13, 1959, at the age of 57 years, eight months and 14 days.
He was baptized in the Evangelical church in Sylvan Grove.
In 1904 he moved with his parents to Brewster, Kansas, where he started his schooling. At the age of nine, he, with his parents, again moved, this time to Idalia which has been his home since.
He was confirmed in the Evangelical church at Herndon, Kan., on April 16, 1916. Mr. Dieckman had been an active member of the Idalia St. John's E. & R. church since 1916, when he had his membership changed.
On August 17, 1941, he was united in marriage to Voilet Nash at Greeley.
He had been ill with cancer for several months and is survived by his devoted wife, Voilet; four children, Ruth, Alan, Donald and Joan; three sisters, Pauline Gerber of Santa Fe, N. M., Martha Nelson and Gertrude Fleer, both of Denver. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Frieda Wudtke and Nellie Ledford, and a brother, Adolf."

ADOLF

Adolf August Dieckman 1897-1922 is buried in the Lucas cemetery # 52235702.

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