William John Ebinger

William John Ebinger was born in Wuertemburg, Germany, Sept. 15, 1858, and following six weeks illness, passed to his eternal rest at his home in New Haven, Ohio, Easter Sunday, Apr. 12, 1936, aged 77 years, 6 months, 27 days.

He was baptized in infancy, confirmed in the Lutheran Church in his youth and held fast to his religious profession.

He was married to Caroline Wolfe July 28, 1885. To this union were born 10 children, 8 of whom survive.

They came to this country and community in 1891 which has since been his home. Here he established a reputation as a hard worker, honest man, faithful friend and neighbor. He leaves to mourn for him: the heart-broken wife; bereaved daughters Mrs. Minnie Thumma, Mrs. Carrie Smith, Mrs. Loretta Billiard, Mrs. Lillie Hoyles; sons William, Herman, Fred, Walter; other relatives, the members of his congregation and numerous friends.

Submitted by:  Dianne Springer Fulton

The Ebinger's came to the US on the ship S.S. Lahn. On March 16, 1893 they arrived in NY, leaving from Bremen. The family can be found on lines 90-94. Native country Germany, last residence Anspach, destination Cleveland O., family located in 2nd class cabin with 6 pieces of baggage.
Wilhelm Ebinger, 33,m, farmer (intending protracted sojourn)
Caroline Ebinger, 28,f, no occupation
Wilhelm Ebinger, 4,m
Minna Ebinger, 2, f
Caroline Ebinger, 6m, f