Berthel Rousch was born December 13, 1874. As a child, he came to a farm east of New Rockford. As a young man, he operated a dray line in Norwich and New Rockford. The family also farmed in Nordmore Township.
Rose Walsh was born in Ontario, August 30, 1884. She came to Eddy County with her parents in 1891.
She and 8. F. Rousch were married at New Rockford on January 10, 1905.
They had two daughters and two sons: Leona, Mildred, Jerald and Merle. Merle lost his life in Germany during World War II.
After coming to Carrington, Mr. Rousch operated a filling station, and was employed by the State Highway Department.
Mrs. Rousch died in April 1974. Mr. Rousch died in 1977. They are buried at Carrington.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 37B