Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 7/7/1941

GOTTLIEB STRICKER. a lifelong
and widely known resident,
died at his home. 1357 Linwood avenue
15 year ago today at the age
of 66 years. He was a wholesale
butcher who had retired ten years
previously and was active in the
Odd Fellows, the Exempt Firemen's
association and Zion Lutheran ,
church He was survived bv his wife,
Mrs Hattle Stricker five sons.
George P.. of Buffalo and Frederick
W, John C . Charles E and Henry
D. of this city, and four daughters -
Mrs. George Martin.. of Washington,
and Mrs John Maundes, Mrs.
William Hedstrum anrl Mrs William
Hennessey, of this city.

Gottlieb married CONRAD, Christina LouisaNiagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Christina was born on 26 Oct 1851 in Prussia; died on 24 Jan 1910 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Gottlieb married CLARK, Ellen L on 27 Sep 1911 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Ellen was born on 26 Oct 1851; died before 13 Apr 1913 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Gottlieb married CLEMMINGS, Hattie on 11 Jun 1913 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Hattie was born in 1859; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married BARKER, Mary E on 24 Oct 1894 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, and was divorced on 7 Jan 1901 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Mary (daughter of BARKER, Joseph and Cicila) was born on 3 Feb 1871; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 8/29/1898

HERO HAS
HERO'S DUE

.
Funeral of Private Strieker Attended
by An Immense Crowd
of Spectators.

PARADE IMPOSING ONE
Remains of a Member of the Third Regi-
ment Laid to Rest Amid all the Pomp
of a National funeral—Many
Canadians Were in
Attendance.

Thousands of people of this city and
many from Niagara Falls, Ont., fol-
lowed the remains of Private william
Frederick Stricker to a hero's grave
yesterday and interred them with mili-
tary honors.
Never have the people of Niagara
Falls done greater honor to one so de-
serving. The soldier hero is entitled
to a nation's gratitudy and the mem-
ory of Private Stricker of company E,
Third Regiment, N.Y. V. I, will ever
live. He did not fall upon the field of
battle, but he sacrificed his youngn life
while performing his duty to his coun-
try in its military.
He was a good soldier and that re-
commendation alone implies all that is
good and true.
When Private Stricker's remains
were lowered in the grave yesterday
afternoon there were many aching
hearts in the vast fgathering of people
who were there to do homage to a
fallen hero.
Wives, mothers, sisters, sweethearts,
fathers and brothers thought of their
own dear ones in camp and many eyes
grew dim with tears when the realiza-
tion of the horros of war was so for-
cibly thrust upon them. It might be
their turn next to lose a near and dear
one.
The Canadians, true loyal fellows,
were there to do honor to the deat.
They followed Company e to the train
when they left the city on Sunday,
May 1, and bid them good speed and a
safe return.
Yesterday they demonstrated how
deep was their love for their American
vousin and how prodoyund their sorrow
for the death of Private Stricker.
They marched in the funeral proces-
sion and joined with the rest in offering
prayers for the safe return of the brave
men who are still in the service of their
country.
The funeral of Private Stricker was
attended by a larger concourse than
has ever before assembled in Niagara
Falls to perform the last sad rites for a
human being, but it was a differentn
crowd than that which followed the
boys to the depot on May 1.
There was sorrow, deep sorrow, on
that occasion, but behind it all was a
glimmer of hope that all would turn out
well and that the boys would return
home with glory and fame.
It was all so sad and sorrowful, the
beautiful service, the devotion of the
people, the mustering out forever of a
soldier who served his country to the
best of his ability and gave his life in
the cause of humanity and freedom.
At the family home at 2:30 o'clock
brief services were said over the re-
mains., The house was filled to the very
doors, and many persons could not get
inside. The Rev. J.H. Asbeck, who
conductred the services, spoke with deep
feeling and his words were full of con-0
dolence to the members of the afflicted
family.
The flowers were beautiful and were
in great abundance. The electricians'
\Union of which deceased was a mem-
ber, presented a large floral pillow on
which was the inscription, "Out
Brother." The floral piece bought by
the comrades of the deceased in Com-
pamy E consisted of a large cross near-
ly six feet in height, made entirely of
roses. On the base of the cross were
the words "Company E, Third N.Y. V.
I." A beautiful piklow from the parents
bore the inscription, "Our Son," and on
the top of the pillow was a white dove,
signifying peace and purity. The Inde-
pend Hose Company, of which de-
ceased was president, gave a large
wreath of handsome flowers. Many
beautiful bouquets were presented by
friends and they were in such profusion
that it required two carriages to con-
vey them to the grace in Oakwood
Cemetery.
From the house the remains wee
takento to the German Zion's Church
where Rev. J. H. Asbeck preacher the
funeral sermon. since the new church
has been erected it has never held such
a gathering as was within its walls
yesterday. The sermon was an excel-0\
lent one and the words of the speaker
sank into every heart. The text of the
sermon was: "Well Done My Good and
Faithful Servant." The music by the
choir was beautiful and very appro-
priate. "It is Well With My Son" was
first sung and next Mrs. George Zeiger
and Miss Sipple rendered a duet, "My
Country 'Tis of Thee."
The funeral procession was a long
one and one of the largest that has ever
been seen in the city. It was headed by
the 142nd Separate Company band drum
corps. The 142nd Company followed in
full uniform but without guns. Next
came the Canadian contingent of fire-
men headed by the Niagfara Falls, Ont.,
brass band. The Canadian fire com-
panies in line were the Rescue Hose
Company, West End Hose Company,
Alert Hose Company and the alert
Hook & Ladder Company. Chief Utz
heading the local fire companies, came
next. Behind him walked the Cataract
Hose Company, Niagara Hose Com-
pany, Rapids Hose Company, Bellevue
Hose Company, Active Hose Company,
Mayle Hose Company, Emerald Hose
Company, Excellsior Hook & Ladder
Company, Flagler Hook & Ladder Com-
pany, Gaskill Hose Company, Rescue
Hook & Ladder Company. Mayor Has-
tings and the members of the Board of
Fire commissioners rode in a carriage
behind the Rescue H.& L. Company
and then same the Independent Hose
Company walking in front of the
hearse. The hearse was decorated
with the American flag beautifully
draped and the casket in which rested
the remains of the young soldier was
also wrapped in the national colors.
Heading the entire procession were
two standard bearers, one carrying
the American flag and the other the
Union Jack. Both glads were draped in
mourning.
A firing squad of eight soldiers in
charge of Corp. Hobler of the 142d Com-
pany walked on either side of the
bearer and in the read of the hearse
walked the six bearers, members of the
Independent Hose Company.
On the march from the house to the
church the 142d band played 'Sweet
Comforter" and from the church to the
cemetery it rendered "O, Come All Ye
Faithful."
The services at the grave were brief,
but they were listed to by hundreds.
The cemetery became so crowded that
the people could not get inside the
gateway.
After the remains had been consigned
to the grace the firing squad, consisting
of Privates W.H. Williamson, Frank
Coe, C. E. Cole, T. J. O'Donnell and I.
N. Cudaback of the 142d Company, Pri-
vate B. W. Miller of Medina, a member
of the Third Regiment, and Harry
Sweet of company E, Third Regiment,
fired three volleys over the grace and
taps were sounded on the bugle.
When the sad notes of the bugle had
died away the crows began to leave
the cemetery. The sadness of the affair
seemed to weight heavily upon the
minds of all and very few words were
spoken as the people walked slowly
away.
They could not help thinking of
what had transpired and wondering
what the future would be for the
grave voys who are still in camp.
The terrible condition by which the
remains of Private Stricker arrived
home has aroused a feeling of indigna-
tion and many were the bitter remarks
heaped upon the authorities for allow-
ing such a condition of affairs to come
about.

Louisa married MAUNDER, John about 1900. John was born about 1882 in England; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KELLIES. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: HEDSTROM, William L. William was born in 1879; died in 1957; was buried in Riverdale Cemetery, Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY - Section 8. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 9/22/1947

F. W. STRICKER,
VETERAN OFFICIAL,
IS DEAD AT 64
Funeral Services for Public
Service Department Head
To Be Held Wednesday.
Funeral services for Frederick W.
Strieker, 64, of 1357 Linwood avenue,
superintendent of public service in
this city, who died at 9:30 o'clock
last night In Memorial hospital, will
be held Wednesday at the family
home at 2 p.m.
Mr. Stricker a lifelong resident of
Niagara Falls, and a public office
holder for 41 years, succumbed to
a second stroke late yesterday after-
noon. He was first stricken with a
cerebral hemmorrhage Thursday and
was rushed to the hospital, where
his condition grew steadily worse.
Death came slightly more than
two months before Mr. Stricker was
scheduled to retire from public life
on January 1.
33 Years in City's Service
A conscientious public employee,
mr. Sticker spent 33 years in the
city 's service and was deputy super-
intendent of Public Service depart-
ment since 1924, being appointed
superintendent in January, 1946.
Mr. Strieker began his career as
foreman In the city highway department
in 1906, when automobiles were
a rare sight and many of the city's
streets were unpaved. He served as
foreman until 1912 when he was
elevated to the position of assistant
F. W. STRICKER
(Continued on Page Eight)

Frederick married FRANKE, Theckla on 30 Jan 1912 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Theckla (daughter of FRANKE, Ernest and TUNSTEAD, Sarah) was born in May 1893 in New York; died on 18 Sep 1962 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; was buried on 21 Sep 1962 in Riverdale Cemetery, Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY - Lot 178 Section 8. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Esther. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 9/25/1942

JOHN STRICKER DIES
City Employe, Descendant of Old
Family. Heart Attack Victim.
John C. Strieker. 54-vear-old city
employe, of 23 Hyde Park boulevard
died in Memorial hospital at
3 15 o'clock this morning He suffered
a heart attack three months
ago and yesterday was taken sud-
denly ill and was rushed to theh
hospital.
A native of Niagara Falls Mr.
Strieker was a son of the late Mr.
and Mrs. Gottlieb Strieker, pioneer,
residents. He had resided here all
his life and for years was employed
in the city;s ashes and garbage
department.
He is survived by his wife. Mrs
Ida Strieker: a daughter. Mrs
Martin Nelson; a son, Jack Stricker;
brother. Frederick W. Stricker, all!
of this city and two sisters Mrs.
John Maunders of this city, and
Mrs. Charles Kalias of Washington
D C. Three grandchildren also
survive.
Funeral services will be held at
the Gridley funeral home at 2 p.m.
Monday. with tne Rev. Dr Philip
W Mosher officiating. Burial will
be in Oakwood cemetery.

Family/Spouse: WOOLCUTT, Ida May. Ida (daughter of Mary Ann) was born about 1887 in New York; died on 30 Nov 1959 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vincent married MILLER, Grace Elaine on 14 Jun 1941 in Zion Lutheran Church, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Grace (daughter of MILLER, Jabez and CLOUTER, Mary Ann) was born on 16 Mar 1916 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 20 Aug 1999 in Appleton, Outagamie County, WI; was buried in Riverdale Cemetery, Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY - Section 8. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frederick married ADAMSON, Norma J [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frederick married MAXSOM, Eva on 21 Jun 1941 in Zion Lutheran Church, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Eva (daughter of MAXSOM, Joseph) was born in 1922; died in 1976; was buried in Riverdale Cemetery, Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY - Section 8. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: NELSON, Martin E. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette

NIAGARA FALLS — John G. "Jack" Stricker, age 85, a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, died peacefully in his sleep at his home. Born on June 5, 1925, he was the son of the late John and Ida (Wilcox) Stricker.

Mr. Stricker had attended Trott Vocational School. He served in the United States Army and was Honorably Discharged in 1947 with the rank of Sergeant. In June of 1948, he married the love of his life, the former Diane M. Winter. Mr. Stricker is predeceased by his wife. For over 35 years, Mr. Stricker was employed as a Chemical Operator for DuPont. He retired as a supervisor in 1984. He was a member of VFW Post 54 of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Falls CB Radio Club. He enjoyed woodworking, crossword puzzles, listening to country and big band music and loved lending a hand to anyone in need.

He is survived by his three daughters, Jill (Sean) Stacey of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Jackie (late Anthony) Maglio of Niagara Falls, NY and Cathy Grace of Youngstown, NY; grandchildren, Christine, Julie, Lindsay, Kaitlyn, Danielle, Kyle, Alexandra, Madison; and great-grandchildren, Dylan, Max, Miranda, Brittany, Hayley, Isaiah and Stephen; a niece, Sandra Thompson. He is predeceased by a sister, Gladys Nelson; and niece, Gloria.

No prior visitation. A casual celebration of Jack's life will be held on Sunday, NOVEMBER, 7th between 3 and 6 PM from the VFW Post 54, 2772 Main St., Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Arrangements entrusted to the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY (297-9007).

John married WINTER, Diane M in Jun 1948. Diane (daughter of BURTON, Gladys) was born about 1929 in New York; died on 18 Apr 1966 in Buffalo, Erie County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Phyllis married WAGNER, David R [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Susan married BENNS, Richard E [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]