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John William Mittman was born on March 1, 1876, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of August Mittman and Helena Louisa Trautwein. His birth occurred during an era of significant industrial expansion in the United States, with Cleveland rapidly emerging as a major manufacturing and transportation center. On September 26, 1899, Mittman married Catherine S. Grau in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. By the turn of the 20th century, he had begun his lifelong career with the railroad, documented as a railroad clerk in 1900.

Mittman and his wife, Catherine, who was born in Cleveland in September 1877, established their family, welcoming two daughters: Florence S. and Helen L. By 1920, the family had relocated to Buffalo, New York, a city then at its zenith as a Great Lakes port and railroad hub. John William Mittman continued his work with the New York Central Railroad, progressing through various roles from office work in 1920 to agent in 1930 and chief clerk in 1931, a testament to his consistent employment during the challenging Great Depression years. He was listed as a railroad clerk in 1940.

His involvement extended beyond his professional life into the community. Mittman was a member of Gaston G. Allen Lodge No. 629 F.&A.M. of Lakewood, Ohio, and Buffalo-Keystone Chapter No. 71 R.A.M., indicating his participation in fraternal organizations that provided social networks and mutual support in the early to mid-20th century. His wife, Catherine, died on April 9, 1947, at their residence at 193 Tacoma Avenue in Buffalo. John William Mittman lived nearly two decades longer, dying in Black Rock, Buffalo, New York, on March 25, 1964, at the age of 88. He was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, survived by his daughters, Florence Koebler and Helen L. Deery; a brother, Edward E., of Martinsville, Indiana; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. His long career with the railroad and his active participation in community organizations mark his documented life.

From Mar 26, 1964, page 44 - The Buffalo News at Newspapers.com: [2511]

MITTMAN—John W.

Of 193 Tacoma Ave., Buffalo, March 25, 1964, beloved husband of the late Catherine G. Mittman; father of Mrs. Florence Koebler and Mrs. Helen L. Deery; brother of Edward E. of Martinsville, Ind.; grandfather of Mrs. Milton (Marjorie) Dexheimer of Tonawanda, N. Y. and Kathleen Langevin; also survived by three great-grandchildren. Friends may call 2-5 and 7-10 at Burv Funeral Home Inc., 3070 Delaware Ave., where funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30. Friends are invited. Mr. Mittman was a member of Gaston G. Allen Lodge No. 629 F.&A.M. of Lakewood, O., and Buffalo-Keystone Chapter No, 71 R.A.M. Masonic services will be held under the auspice of Kenmore Lodge No. 1132 F.&A.M. Thursday evening at 8 o’clock.