Biography:  Theodore was born in Germany in May 1844.  He was a farmer married to Elizabeth and they resided in Colden with their children.  He was a Private in the military with 2 New York Cavalry D company, enlisted in 1864 and discharged in 1865.  He was present at Appomattox Courthouse when General Lee surrendered on April 9, 1865.  Theodore passed away on December 1, 1916.