BIO:  Frederick Kleffman, York County, PA

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History of York County, Pennsylvania.  John Gibson, Historical Editor.
Chicago: F. A. Battey Publishing Co., 1886.
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Part II, Biographical Sketches, Spring Garden Township, Pg 191

FREDERICK KLEFFMAN is a native of Germany, born March 29, 1833.  His parents, Christian and 
Mary Kleffman, were also natives of Germany.  His father followed the trade of carpenter.  When 
nineteen years of age, Frederick immigrated to America in 1852, and for four years was 
variously employed.  By industry and economy he saved $300, with which he embarked in his 
present business – brick-making and lime-burning.  By close application to business he has 
succeeded in building up an independent trade.  His works are situated in East York.  In the 
fall of 1856 he was married to Miss Charlotte, daughter of William H. Hitecomp.  This marriage 
has been blessed with eight children – five now living:  Frederick, Mary, Emma, Lizzie and 
Nettie.  Mr. and Mrs. Kleffman are members of St. John’s Reformed Church.  He served as one of 
the trustees of that denomination over two years.