Oliver Steckel, son of Joseph and Sarah (Woodring) Steckel, was born near West Coplay, Pa., 8/18/1852. His schooling he received in the public schools, and for 21 years he was engaged in farming on the Frank Guth farm, east of Saegersville. After retiring therefrom, he went to assist his son at Pennsburg. Politically, he is a Democrat, and is a member of K. G. E., as well as of the Reformed Church, which he served as deacon. He was matted to Mary, daughter of Joseph and Caroline (Mohr) Gagenbach, in 1875 their issue being: 1) Victor H. 2) Marcus J., who married Anna Fried, deceased, of Pennsburg, and 3) William O., of Allentown, Pa. He resides at Pennsburg.