Charles ran a store in Greenleaf Hutchinson. (Don 20.11.96)

Don recollects that Charles's occupation when he lived in Everett was something to do with the fuel business, which mainly involved delivering wood. (Don 20.11.96)

The family moved from Greenleaf, Minnesota to Everett, Washington around the turn of the century (1900), this is suggested by Don. (Don 20.11.96) In the latter part of his life Charles lived with his son and his family until his death. (Don20.11.96)

Bioraphy Sketch of Charles H. Duckering, taken from History & Biograpghy of Meeker County, Minnesota, page 353, published 1888. Filed in Library of Congress, annex, book F612, M3A3.Copied by Don 20.12.96.

'Charles H. Duckering one of the most prosperous farmers and stock raiser of Cosmos Township, resides upon section 30, where he cultivates about 150 acres of his magnificent 400 acre tract. He is native of Beaver Dam, Wis., born on the 25th of September 1849 and is the son of John and Maria (Bean) Duckering, who were natives of England and N.Y., respectively. In 1863, when our subject was about 16 years of age, he came with his parents to Meeker County and settled with them in Ellsworth Township. He remained beneath the parental roof until 1871, when he came to Cosmos and took up a homestead on Section 30, and breaking some twenty five acres and putting up a house, made a permanent settlement. In 1877 he leased his farm and made a trip to Washington Territory, and prolonged his stay there until the beginning of 1880, at which time he returned to this county and has lived on his farm ever since. He is largely engaged in stock raising, but still has some 1,500 bushels of grain as the result of his labors each year. In 1876 and 1877, he lost about all his crop through incursions of the grasshopper, and the outlook being poor he went to the West, as before mentioned.' 'Mr Duckering has been called upon several times to fill the responsible office of town supervisor, and has been chairman of the board on 4 consecutive years. He has filled several minor offices, as well as been director of District No.53. He still holds the last named position. July 18, 1880, Mr Duckering was united in marriage with Miss Sarah I Dean, a native of Bartholomew County, Ind. and daughter of John and Eliza (Roberts) Dean, residents of Hutchinson, McLeod County. By this union there have been 3 children, John S., born May 27, 1881, Daisy, born May 9, 1883, and Edna born May 15, 1885.'

Article from the Everett Daily Herald on 18th June 1930.
'GOLDEN DAY ENJOYED FRIDAY. Friday, 18, proved a golden day forMr and Mrs Charles H Duckering, for that day, sourrounded bytheir relatives and friends, they celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary. The marriage of Mr Duckering to Sarah Dean was anevent of July 18, 1880, in Hutchinson, Minn., where the youngcouple lived until 23 years ago when they moved to Everett.Friday's celebration began at noon, when their daughter, Mrs J BMuzzall and Mr Muzzall entertained with a family dinner party attheir home, 2940 Cedar Street. During the dinner hour the honorguests were presented a purse of gold from their relatives whoincluded a daughter, Mrs Frank Ells and children, Bryce andWarren of Okanogari; a daughter in law, Mrs Lela Duckering withher children, Jane and Joan of Seattle; John A Duckering, Mr andMrs Warren Duckering and children, Gladys and Duane, MrsJosephine Duckering of Seattle and Mr and Mrs Muzzall and theirchildren, Maxine, Marcia, Ross and Dean. A son, John FDuckering, and his wife and children Don and John jr, live inSpringdale, Montana were unable to be present, but next week Mrand Mrs Duckering and the Muzzalls plan to motor to Springdaleand enjoy a reunion there. Following the noon dinner ManagerWilliam Hartford of the Fox Everett theater entertained theentire party with a theater party and an informal family supperfollowed at the Muzzall home. Early in the evening Mr and MrsDuckering were taken to their home on Summit Avenue, whichduring their absence had been elaborately decorated by friendsand neighbors. A large golden arch about which were 24 goldenlights had been improvised and gaily colored lights had beenstrung all over the lawn by Chief Charles Swnson and his men.Beneath the arch a golden couch had been arranged flanked ateither end by pillows in the same bright coloring where thehonored ones rested during the beautiful and impressiveprogramthat followed and that was enjoyed by about 200 relativesand friends. George T Gunter of the First Presbyterian Churchpresided and gave an inspiring address. The benediction wasgiven by the Rev. Mr Hannah of the Grace M E church. A number ofvocal solos by Victor E Johnson and S Frank Spencer were enjoyedand Commissioner L F Rasmussen, with a few fitting remarks,presented the couple a basket of golden nasturtiums, in theheart of which was found a sack of gold cloth filled with goldcoins, from many friends and neighbours present. This wasfollowed by the singing by the entire gathering"Love's Old SweetSong" and the serving of refreshments. A large, beautifullydecorated wedding cake was cut by the bride of by gone days andall during the evening Mr and Mrs Duckering were showered withgifts from their friends.'