Van Roekel, Eduard 1848-1902
VANROEKEL, HARN, SCHUURMAN, VANESSEN
Posted By: Paul Van Dyke --Volunteer
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:32
Source: Find A Grave
Born: April 9, 1848
Died: April 18, 1902Eduard Van Roekel is the son of Willem and Hanna (Van Essen) Van Roekel.
He was married to Jacobje Van Harn August 5, 1871 in Holland. Jacobje died November 17, 1873. To this union were born two children: Johanna Van Roekel-Van Den Brink and Gerrit Van Roekel.
He was married to Maria Schuurman November 7, 1874 in Holland. To this union were born six children; William Van Roekel (died in Holland), Gijsbertje Van Roekel, Steve Van Roekel, Hendrika (Hattie) Van Roekel-De Weerd, Minnie Van Roekel-Van Roekel , and William Van Roekel.
Eduard and Maria came to America with their children, landing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania June 14, 1892.
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