John Andersen Eggen b. 28 Sep 1848 Skogn, Nord Trondelag, Norway d. 22 Jan 1928 Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota: Mindrum Family History

1848 - 1928 (79 years)

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Name	John Andersen Eggen
Born	28 Sep 1848	Skogn, Nord Trondelag, Norway [1]
Gender	Male
Baptism	1 Jan 1849	Alstadhaug Church, Levanger, Norway [1]
Occupation	Wagon maker, Ford Dealer
Died	22 Jan 1928	Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota [2, 3]
Buried	25 Jan 1928	Rushford Lutheran Cemetery, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota [4]
Notes	Christened as Johan Witnesses at christening were: Leaseholder Nils Olaus Janassen of Store, Ingeborg Nilsdtr, cottager Peder Anderssen Gilstad, Lisabeth Nilsdtr, bachelor Andreas Christophersen of Eide, maiden Ane M. Olsdtr of R_s_den Alternate date of birth: 29 Sep 1847 on Burial record at Rushford Lutheran Church Source: 1992 trip to Norway by E. Allan and Thelma Eggen.Photocopy of 1849 birth and baptismal record, Skogn. John was listed on emigration document as John Andersen Eggen from Skogn, age 19. Sailed to Quebec on SS Franklin, 1867. He came to Rushford via Chicago, Grand Haven MI, Muskegon, LaCrosse and Spring Grove MN. (History of Fillmore County), 1912 Baptismal record shows father's name as Anders Andersen-Lower Eggen, mother as Bereth Andersdatter. It also shows his birth and baptism date and his name as Johan. His daughter Florence (via her son Robert) had his birth date as 29 Sep and his date of marriage as 11 Jun 1871. John and his brother Andrew became plow and wagon makers in Rushford and later John became a Ford dealer. History of Fillmore County, Minnesota-1912 John Eggen, who for over forty years has been one of the representative citizens of the city of Rushford and who has been actively engaged in business for nearly that period of time, was born in Throndhjen, Norway, September 29, 1848, son of Andreas and Beret (Buratad) Anderson. He received bis education in the land of his birth, and there grew to manhood. In 1868 he left the shore of his native land and sailed across the Atlantic to establish for himself a home in a new and strange country, the trip consuming nine weeks and three days. Upon his arrival in the United States, Mr. Eggen proceeded west to Chicago, and thence to Grand Haven, Mich,, where he was employed on railroad work for a period of two months. From Grand Haven he went to Muskegon, and there secured work in a sawmill for a. period of three months, after which he moved to LaCrosse, Wis., remaining for a short time. He then moved to Spring Grove, Houston county, Minn., remaining there for a year and a half. In the spring of 1870 he came to the city of Rushford, where for three years he worked at his trade as carpenter. About 1874 Mr. Eggen, together with his brother, Andrew, engaged in the manufacture of plows and wagons. This undertaking proved a great, success and their wagons and plows became known far and wide for durability and service. They continued together in this business until 1892, when Mr. Eggen, the subject of this sketch, engaged in his present business on his own responsibility, taking as a partner his son, Conrad. The firm name is now J. Eggen & Son. They handle a full and complete line of up-to-date farm machinery, wagons, automobiles, and do the leading business in the city along their line. Mr. Eggen is a man who aims to please; and by his untiring efforts, his far- sightedness and honest dealings, has won a host of friends throughout the community. He has ever taken an active inter- est in the affairs of his city, having served both on the city council and the board of education. On June 27, 1871, Mr. Eggen was united in the bonds of matrimony to Olena Emelia Colherg, a native of Norway, and their home has been blessed with eleven children; Alvilde Berntine, born April 18, 1872, died March, 1900; Alfred Julius, born September 29, 1873, died August 19, 1874; Alfred Julius, born August 6, 1875; Conrad Angel, born March 1, 1878; Ingvald Ambrosias, born December 17, 1879; Edward Amalie, born June 22, 1881, died July 27, 1881; John William, born June 7, 1882, died September 18, 1882; Daniel Ludvig, born June 4, 1883; Alice Christine, born April 19 1885, died September 7, 1885; Henry Edgar, born November 20, 1888, and Florence Leona, born October 20, 1890. Alfred married Olive Smith. They reside in British Columbia and are the parents of two children, Fred and Olive. Conrad is in partnership with his father. He married Carrie James. Ingvald Ambrosius resides at home. Daniel is a traveling salesman for the Western Grocery Company and resides in Dubuque, Iowa. He married Katie Arnold and they have two daughters, Mariam and Florence. Florence and Henry Edgar reside at home. Andreas Eggen, father of John Eggen, was born in 1807 and died at seventy-six years of age. Beret (Burstad) Eggen, the mother, was born in 1810, and died at seventy years of age. They were the parents of six children; Anders, a merchant at Throndjem, Norway, now deceased; Daniel, deceased; Andrew, of Rushford; Karen, now Mrs. Gjertinus Rangul, who, with her husband, has made several trips to America; John, of Rushford, and Albenus, deceased. A PIONEER GONE John Eggen, for more than half a century a successful businessman and highly respected citizen of Rushford, was born in Trondhjem, Norway, September 29, 1848. He received his education in land of his birth and there grew manhood. In 1868, when 20 years of age, he left the shore of his native land and sailed across the Atlantic to establish for himself a home in America. The trip consumed nine weeks and three days. Upon his arrival in New York he proceeded to Chicago, and then to Grand Haven, Mich. (where he was employed on the Railroad for two months). After remaining at that place and Muskegon, Mich. (where he worked in a sawmill for three months), for a few months he came to La Crosse, and then to Spring Grove (where he lived for a year and a half). In the spring of 1870 he came to Rushford, which has since been his home. For the first three years of his residence here he was employed at carpenter work. (He was employed as foreman with the O. Foss and Co. contractors of churches, schools, houses and grain elevators in the city). About 1874 he entered into partnership with his brother, Andrew Eggen, engaging in (the business of blacksmithing, repairs, and) the manufacture of wagons and plows. This business proved successful, the products of their factory becoming known far and wide for their durability and service. In 1892 Andrew Eggen retired from the firm, and was succeeded by Conrad Eggen, the firm being known as John Eggen & Son. Later other sons became associated with their father, first Alfred J. now of Chicago, and then Edgar, the title becoming John Eggen & Sons. Some years ago, Alfred was succeeded by Daniel L. In the meantime the manufacturing business was discontinued and the firm became extensive dealers in farm machinery and automobiles. In recent years they have also engaged in the wholesale and retail oil business. Mr. Eggen was a life long member of the Lutheran church, and lived a consistent Christian life. His activity in the cause of prohibition won for him the admiration and esteem of many who were opposed to his views. The writer has heard the remark: "John Eggen would fight for what he honestly believed to be right if the whole community was against him." In the prime of his manhood Mr. Eggen engaged actively in civic affairs. In his declining years his mantle of service has been handed over to his sons to carry on. On June 27, 1871, Mr. Eggen was united in marriage to Miss Olena Emelia Colberg. After a happy married life of some fifty years, Mrs. Eggen passed away about eight years ago. Of the eleven children born to Mr. and Mrs. Eggen, the following six survive: Alfred Julius, Conrad Angell, Ingvald Ambrose, Daniel Ludvig, Henry Edgar and Florence Leona (Mrs. Nels Colbenson.) In the summer of 1921 Mr. Eggen paid a several months' visit to his old home in Norway. Last summer he was visited by a nephew, Johannes Eggen, a highway engineer in the employment of the Norwegian government, sent here to study highway building in the United States. These visits with his Norwegian kinsmen were among the pleasant events of the closing years of his life. Although in declining health for the past year, Mr. Eggen was active until the last few months. Suffering from ailment of the stomach, he had been confined to his home since last fall. In these months of confinement he was given every care that loving hands could bestow. Mr. Eggen passed peacefully away early Sunday morning on January 22. In the passing of John Eggen to eternal rest this community mourns a good citizen, one whose influence was ever cast on the side of right and justice, though he pioneered the way. The funeral services were held from the family home and from the Lutheran church and were largely attended by many long time friends, neighbors, and business acquaintances, on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. P. J. Nestande of Lanesboro conducted the services. Pallbearers were his near neighbors: W. H. Krockow, S. Hoegh, Jos. Bendel, Mandius Johnson, W. F. Baerman, Edw. Quickstad. (History of Rushford, MN, by Dravold) Eggen Bros. have decided to move their plow works to Moorehead. 1875 MN State Census: John Eggen 27, Lena E 25, Alvilda 3, Christophersen Lund 23 born Norway, Rushford, p. 238 1880 US Census, Minnesota, Fillmore, Rushford, John Eggen, 31, plow maker, born Norway, parents born Norway, wife Amelia, 29, keeping house, born Norway, parents born Norway, daughter Bertha, 8, attending school, born MN, son Alfred, 4, born MN, son Conrad, 2, born MN, son Ambrose, 6/12, born MN, living at 144 Mill St. 1885 MN State Census, Rushford City, Fillmore Co., John Eggan 36, Olina 34, Bertha 13, Alfred 9, Conrad 7, Ambrose 5, Daniel 1, Baby 1/12 1895 Minnesota State Census, Fillmore, Rushford, page 6, John Eggen 47, wagon maker, Emmilia 44, Bertha 23, Alfred J. 20, wagon maker, Conrad 17, butcher, Elbrose 15, school, Daniel 12, Edgar 6, Florence 4 1900 US Census, Minnesota, Fillmore, Rushford, John Eggen, born Sep 1848, 51, married 30 years, born Norway, parents born Norway, immigrated to US in 1866, 34 years in US, naturalized citizen, wagon manufacturer, owns home free of mortgage, with wife Emelia, born Nov 1849, age 50, married 30 years, mother of 12 children 7 living, born Norway, parents born Norway, immigrated to US in 1867, 33 years in US, son Alfred J., born Aug 1875, 24, born MN, 1st machinist U.S. Navy, son Conrad A., born Mar 1878, age 22, born MN, salesman farm machinery, son Daniel L., born Jun 1881, 18, born MN, salesman groceries, son Edgar, born Nov 1888, 11, born MN, at school, daughter Florence L., born Oct 1890, 9, born MN, at school, boarder William Krockow, born Feb 1879, 21, born MN, blacksmith, servant Mary Peterson, born Feb 1883, 17, born MN 1905 Minnesota State Census, John A. Eggen, 57, blacksmith, with wife Olina A. 55, children Conrad A. 26, blacksmith, Daniel L. 21, merchant, Florence L. 14, Edgar H. 16 1910 US Census, Minnesota, Fillmore, Rushford, John Eggen, 61, married once for 39 years, dealer farm machinery, with wife Amalia 59, mother of 12 children 6 living, children Henry E. 21, bookkeeper farm machinery dealer, Florence L. 19 1920 US Census, Minmesota, Fillmore, Rushford, John Eggen, owns home free of mortgage at 12 Harry Street, age 71, immigrated to US in 1868, naturalized citizen in 1896, partner auto implements, with wife Oline E. 69, immigrated to US in 1867, naturalized in 1896, children Brose I. 40, agent railroad, Edgard H. 31, partner auto implements, Florence L. 29, no occupation 18 May 1922, John Eggen and Sons opened their new, handsome service station on May 13 New Garages, John Eggen & Sons, Rushford, Minn,, 18 Jul 1917 The Franklin was owned by Chr. Paus and Hans Hauen in Skien. Tonnage was 281 Norwegian Commercial lasts.The Franklin sailed with emigrants from Norway to Quebec 1867 - 1871. Master was Christian Winsnæs. In 1868 the bark Franklin departed from Trondheim Apr. 30, and arrived at Quebec July 4. She was carrying 331 passengers. Mastered by Capt. Chr. Winsnæs. Filed declaration of intention to become a citizen of the United States, 30 Dec 1896, Rushford, Minnesota Final Decree of Distribution filed in Fillmore County Probate Court, 25 Mar 1929. [1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22]
Person ID	I12503	Mindrum
Last Modified	1 Aug 2016

Father	Anders Andersen Holmstrø Eggen, b. 30 Jul 1807, Holm farm in Hegra near Størdal, Norway , d. 6 Jan 1886, Eggen farm, Skogn, Norway (Age 78 years)
Mother	Beret Andersdtr Børstad, b. Abt 19 Apr 1807, Borstad farm, Stordalen, Norway , d. 10 Jun 1873 (Age ~ 66 years)
Married	14 Apr 1834	Stordal, Norway [23]
Family ID	F8521	Group Sheet

Family Oline Emilie Colberg, b. 27 Nov 1850, Levanger, Nord-Trondelag, Norway , d. 15 Feb 1920, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 69 years)

Married 27 Jun 1871 Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota [2, 24]

Children

	1. Avilde Berentine Bertha Eggen, b. 18 Apr 1872, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. Mar 1900, Forest City, Winnebago, Iowa (Age 27 years)
	2. Alfred Julius Eggen, b. 29 Sep 1873, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 19 Aug 1874, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 0 years)
	3. Alfred Julius Eggan, b. 6 Aug 1875, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 20 May 1965, Rosemead, Los Angeles, California (Age 89 years)
	4. Conrad Angell Eggen, b. 1 Mar 1878, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 28 Jul 1960, Downers Grove, DuPage, Illinois (Age 82 years)
	5. Ambrose Ingvald Eggen, b. 17 Dec 1879, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 23 Aug 1932, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 52 years)
	6. Edwarda Amalia Eggen, b. 22 Jun 1881, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 27 Jul 1881, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 0 years)
	7. John William Eggen, b. 7 Jun 1882, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 18 Sep 1882, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 0 years)
	8. Daniel Ludvig Eggen, b. 5 Jun 1883, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 15 Apr 1975, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 91 years)
	9. Alice Christine Eggen, b. 8 Apr 1885, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 18 Sep 1885, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 0 years)
	10. Samuel Angus Eggen, b. 17 Aug 1886, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 17 Sep 1886 (Age 0 years)
	11. Edgar Henry Eggen, b. 20 Nov 1888, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 26 May 1948, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 59 years)
	12. Florence Leone Eggen, b. 16 Oct 1890, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota , d. 27 Dec 1982, Rushford, Fillmore, Minnesota (Age 92 years)

Photos

Eggen, John and family
Back: Conrad, Alfred, Bertha
Middle: Dan, John, Oline, Brose
Front: Edgar, Florence

Last Modified 7 Aug 2017

Family ID F8586 Group Sheet

Photos » Slide Show		Eggen, John John Eggen 1848-1928
		Eggen's Service Station
		Eggen Garage, Rushford, Minnesota L-R, John Eggen, Bill Krockow, Conrad Eggen, John Backman
		Eggen, John and family L-R, Oline Kolberg Eggen, Bertha Eggen, John Eggen
		Eggen Family L-R, John Eggen, James Eggen, Carolyn James Eggen, Olive Smith Eggan, Frederick Russell Eggan
		Eggen Garage, Rushford, MN L-R, John Eggen, Bill Krockow, Conrad Eggen, John Backman
		Eggen Garage, Rushford, Minnesota
		Eggen, John and Frederick
		Eggen, John Passport Photo
		Eggen's Oil Service L-R, Edgar Eggen, unknown, Leon Schonsby, John Eggen, Conrad Eggen, ? Sheldahl
		Eggen, John
		Eggen relatives Johs (Johan Emil Eggen, John Eggen, Andrew Eggen
		Eggen, John
		Eggen, Monson, McMullin families Unk., Ida Monson, Ina Monson McMullin, John Monson, John Eggen holding Doug Eggen, Mabel Monson, Ambrose Eggen holding Elaine Eggen, John Monson Jr., Herschel McMullin holding son William
		Eggen, John and Francis Colbenson