Proud of the fact that my
paternal family has been numbered
among the members of this
congregation in an unbroken line
for
five generations, covering the entire period of the
congregation’s
history, this volume is respectfully dedicated
In honor of my father
CHARLES W. STEESE
and
In memory of our
forebears
FREDERICK STEESE,
1828 - 1886
JOHN STEESE, Jr.,
1782 -1855
JOHN STEESE, Sr.,
1760- 1840
With the hope that the knowledge of their
unwavering
belief in the Lutheran faith and doctrines
may be a guide
and inspiration to me through life.
—C. M. S.