JOHN F. MISHLER, whose farm is located on section 31, Kent Township, is a native to the manor born, and is a son of the venerable Emanuel Mishler, a sketch of whom is given in another place. John F. Mishler was born in Kent Township, Jan. 7, 1855. From the time he was old enough, up to the time when it became necessary for him to assume the duties of manhood, he attended the common schools, and was an exceptionally studious pupil. He has never regretted the time he devoted to study in the schools, and at odd hours out of school. He remained at home with his parents until he was twenty-three years of age, when he married and settled in Kent Township, where his home has always been. He is the owner of eighty acres of land, which is highly cultivated.

Our subject was married in Nora, Ill., Oct. 7, 1875, to Miss Eva Stafford, daughter of Amos and Susan (Kaufman) Stafford. Her parents were natives of Maryland and Virginia, respectively, and had eight children, of whom Mrs. Mishler was the seventh. She was born in Green County, Wis., Jan. 30, 1857. Mr. and Mrs. Misler are the parents of three children – Nellie M., Carrie S. and Bell S.

Mr. Mishler is independent in politics, choosing not to attach himself to either of the old parties, and reserving to himself the right to vote for whom he pleases on election day.

Contributed by Carole Parrish - Portrait and Biographical Album of Stephenson County, Ill. 1888