Albert P. Rodefer
Albert P. Rodefer, general farmer, owning 84½ acres of excellent land in Troy Township, was born in Delaware County, Ohio, November 11, 1867, and is a son of Silas and Martha (Wallace) Rodefer.
Silas Rodefer was born in Belmont County, Ohio, in 1844, and came to Delaware County witli his family in the spring of 1807. settling in Troy Township, where he became a well-known and respected citizen. A Republican in politics, he has served as trustee and in other capacities. For some years past he has resided in Lincoln, Nebraska. He married Martha Wallace, who died in August, 1896. His surviving children are: Albert P.; Harry E., residing at Columbus: and John W., residing at Prospect, Ohio.
Albert P. Rodefer was reared and educated in Troy Township, and here his chief interests have always been centered. His life has been mainly devoted to agricultural pursuits, and he is a successful farmer as well as enterprising citizen. He is a Republican and has served four years as trustee of Troy Township. On June 29, 1898, Mr. Rodefer was married to Ella F. Schaaf, who is a daughter of the late Peter J. and a sister of Peter J. Schaaf, of Troy Township. They have two surviving children, namely: Ralph and Helen. Mr. Rodefer and wife belong to the Presbyterian Church.
From 20th Century History of Delaware County, Ohio, and Representative Citizens, Edited and compiled by James R. Lytle, Delaware, Ohio, Biographical Publishing Co., Chicago, 1908