David D. Troyer

TROYER.-On the 9th of June, 1896, near Mt. Hope, Holmes Co., Ohio, David Troyer, aged 85 years, 3 months and 8 days.

He was married to Elizabeth Plank, Dec. 17th, 1832. She died the 9th of July, 1892. They lived in wedlock 59 years, 6 months and 26 days. This union was blessed with 10 children; one preceded them. There are also about 140 grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was a consistent member of the Amish Mennonite church for many years. Funeral services were conducted by David Miller and David Troyer, June the 11th. Text, John 5:21-25.

His funeral was largely attended, he being one of the oldest settlers. He came with his parents when he was five years old, and lived all the time in Holmes Co.
C. Berntrager.

Herald of Truth, July 1, 1896, pages 206, 207* Reference: Find A Grave Memorial - SmartCopy: Dec 1 2023, 3:26:49 UTC