John C. Sherer

As printed in 1902

JOHN C. SHERER.

John C. Sherer, than whom there was no citizen more widely or favorably known in Whetstone township, Crawford county, was born in Stark county, Ohio, in 1830 and was the eldest son of Adam Sherer, one of the pioneers of that county, where he was known as a public-spirited and progressive citizen and one who exerted considerable influence in political affairs, his opinions carrying weight in the councils of his party, while his labors contributed in no immaterial way to its success.

John C. Sherer was his father's chief assistant after the removal of the family to Whetstone township, Crawford county. His educational advantages were only those afforded by the common district schools, but reading, observation and experience constantly broadened his fund of knowledge and he became a well informed man, being recognized throughout the county as a gentleman of more than ordinary intellectual strength. He always followed agricultural pursuits and developed an excellent farm, to which he added all the modern accessories and improvements. Neatness and thrift characterized his place, and the practical yet progressive methods which characterized his work contributed to his prosperity.

Mr. Sherer was united in marriage to Miss Catharine Helfrich. a daughter of Peter Helfrich, one of the leading farmers of the county, and they made their home about four miles west of Galion, where they owned a nice property. Thev became the parents of six children: Jenny M.; William; May S.; Harry W., who is now located in Columbus; Willard A., of Toledo; and John A., who is principal of the East End schools of Galion. Four of these children, together with their mother, still survive the husband and father, and Mrs. Sherer and her son still reside upon the farm.

In his political views Mr. Sherer was a Republican, and on account of the minority of the party in the county he was not so prominent in political affairs as he otherwise would have been. He was abundantly qualified for office, and in a quiet way he did much to promote the welfare and progress of the community. He enjoyed the friendship and regard of all with whom he came in contact, irrespective of political or religious belief, and his death, which occurred in 1879, was sincerely mourned by the general public.

As printed in A centennial biographical history of Crawford County, Ohio .. (1902). See the original pages. Wording is the original; obvious scanning errors have been corrected, and a few may remain.