J. D. Rodefer

James D. Rodefer the Rodefer family has deep historical roots in the region. The family includes notable local figures like William Rodefer, a prominent 19th-century builder recruited by Bristol founder Joseph R. Anderson to construct the first house in the new town.

Profession: He worked locally as a wood turner and woodworker. This manual trade fits seamlessly with the wider Rodefer family history in the region, as the family included prominent carpenters and builders (such as William Rodefer, who helped construct the first house in Bristol).

Residences

Around 1901–1902, he lived at 621 Fairview.

Between 1910 and 1918, his address was listed as 615 Fairview.

By 1921–1922, he had moved to 1110 Norfolk Avenue and was listed as working as a "helper".

Family: He had a son, James D. Rodefer Jr., who lived with him on Fairview. His son worked in Bristol as a baker and later as a clerk for the Mitchell-Powers Hardware Co.. Other family members listed at his Fairview household during this era included Eliza A. Rodefer and Mary S. Rodefer.