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Kostanzer - Anthony

Source: Crawfordsville Review, April 16, 1898

 
Anthony Kostanzer, one of the oldest and best known citizens of the city, died at his home on south Washington street, Tuesday morning at 1 o'clock, at the age of 79 years.    Anthony Kostanzer was born on September 10, 1819, at Hechington in Hohenzollern, Germany.  In 1847 he came to the United States in a sailing vessel, the trip occupying thirty-five days.  On November 5, 1848, he was united in marriage to Miss Jeanetta Aapkens whose death occurred within the last few years.  Mr. and Mrs. Kostanzer settled in Crawfordsville in 1850, and some time later Mr. Kostanzer opened a furniture store, continuing this business with marked success until his death.  He was a thoroughly honorable man, square and upright in his dealings, and respected by all who knew him.  Of the thirteen children that were born to Mr. and Mrs. Kostanzer, six survive them, Mrs. J.J. Fisher, Julia, John Herman, Anna and Flora.  The funeral occurred from the residence Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. E.B. Thompson officiating.  Interment at Oak Hill.  - thanks to Kim Hancock for this one :)


Source: Crawfordsville Weekly Review Friday 15 April 1898

Anthony Kostanzer died Tuesday morning about 1 o’clock at his home on South Washington Street, his death being due to the infirmities incident to old age. The funeral took place on Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the family residence. The services were conducted by Dr. E. B. Thomson and the interment was made at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Anthony Kostanzer was born on September 10, 1819, at Hechinger in Hohenzollern, Germany. In 1847 he came to the United States in a sailing vessel, the trip occupying thirty five days. On November 5, 1848, he was united in marriage to Miss Jeanette Aapkens, whose death occurred within the last few years. Mr. and Mrs. Kostanzer settled in Crawfordsville in 1850, and some time later Mr. Kostanzer opened a furniture store, continuing this business with marked success until his death. Six children survive him, they being Mrs. J. J. Fisher, Miss Julia, John, Herman, Miss Anna and Miss Flora. One son, Eugene, died about seven years ago. Mr. Kostanzer was an excellent citizen and lived a life of great usefulness and honor. He was diligent in business and from small beginnings built up an independent fortune. His life was an example of industry and thrift, and he leaves behind him an enviable record for honor and sterling good citizenship. - thanks s :)

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