Enoch Rike
Enoch Rike was born in Greene County, O., in 1819. Married Esther John of Montgomery County in 1841. Came to Shelby County in 1849. Their family consisted of three children, Sarah P., John C., and Benj. F. Mr. Rike’s wife died May, 1875. In 1878 he married Mrs. Harriet Strahlem, the widow of David Strahlem, and daughter of George W. and Ellen (Thompson) Burgess. Mr. Rike spent the greater part of his life on a farm; but, becoming somewhat enfeebled and broken down by hard labor, he retired from the farm and removed to Port Jefferson and engaged in the grocery and provision trade, and received the appointment of postmaster. In Sept. 1881, he passed away, esteemed and respected by all who knew him. Mrs. Rike was born in Seneca County, O., in 1835. Married David Strahlem in 1852. Their union was blessed with three children, viz., Ellen E., George W., and Minnie L. Mr. Strahlem died 1866.
From History of Shelby County, Ohio; R. Sutton & Co, Philadelphia PA, 1883