Henry and Mary (Thiesen) Wetzstein

Henry Wetzstein, son of Mathias and Mary Wetzstein was born at Glen Ullin on January 18, 1900. He was a farmer in Longview Township. He served in the army during World War II.

In May 28, 1943, he married Mary Thiesen, who had been married to Ben Slough. They had a son, Walter. She had also been married to B. N. Hedin and had two children, Anton and Violet.

Mary Thiesen was born in Minnesota on March 18, 1902.

Mr. Wetzstein died in 1960. After his death Mrs. Wetzstein lived with her daughter until her death in 1963.

Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 70B