John August Steinbach dies.
Johann August died Jan 14, 1850 a year and a half after coming to Wisconsin. His wife gave birth to Ernestine Wilhelmine the next month on Feb 5th. John Paul, his wife Elizabeth, and Mrs. Kiese were sponsors at the baby’s christening on Feb 8th at Johanna’s home. They attended Immanuel Lutheran Church known as the River Church east of Mayville.
Johann August and Johanna are buried there along with other family members.
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