PENKE from Hohenfier, Flatow Prussia
I am looking for anyone who may be descended from Johan Penke (1,2,3) - # 3 married to Eva Freter or Felkie.
I know of four sons - Ferdinand Penke came to America before 1870 (was in Philadelphia in 1870 for census) born 1840. Came to Ripon Wisconsin about 1875. Married Mary or Martha Schoenrock (b 1847 - 1919)possibly in Prussia.
2nd son: Fredrich Penke 1845 Pr. - 1931 (Lomira Wisconsin)Came to Ripon Wisconsin about 1873 - had been foot soldier in Franco-Prussian War 1870-71.
(1) married Theresa Schale / (2) married Louisa Hannah Fuerstnow.born Hitzdorf, Arnswalde Pr
3rd son: Charles (Carl) W. Penke born 1852 Pr. - 1939 Wausau,Wisconsin. Came to Ripon Wisconsin about 1877 Married Emelie Schewe b WI
4th son - name unknown - came to Ripon, Wisconsinabout 1879 - stayed for 2-3 years and then returned to Germany.
Hohenfier near to Neustettin - other Penkes from that area surrounding Neustettin - any info concerning this Penke family would be appreciated. Am looking for relatives in Germany.
David