Preserving Our Family History Across Generations
The Dierschke family’s history has been preserved through the remarkable dedication of family members who understood the importance of documenting our ancestors and their descendants.
Two treasured publications, affectionately known as the Red Books, have helped generations discover their family connections.
The Original Red Book — 1978
Compiled by Marjorie (Mican) Matula and Pauline (Haas) Bluhm
The original Red Book grew from Marjorie’s desire to learn more about her mother’s family and preserve the history of Joseph Franz Dierschke and Pauline Seidel.
Working together, Marjorie and Pauline gathered genealogical records, photographs, family stories, and information from descendants throughout the country. Their efforts included reaching out to relatives, collecting information at family reunions, and organizing generations of family history into a lasting publication.
The original compilation, dated October 1976, became the foundation for the Red Book that family members continue to treasure. Subsequent updates in 1979 and 1981 reflected the family’s ongoing commitment to keeping its history alive.
The Updated Red Book — 2017
Compiled by Joyce Phillips
Nearly four decades later, Joyce Phillips continued this important work, expanding and updating the family genealogy to reflect additional generations and information contributed by descendants.
In her introduction, Joyce recognized the extraordinary efforts of Marjorie Matula and Pauline Bluhm, honoring the foundation they established.
Her work ensured that the Red Book remained a valuable resource for a new generation of descendants.
Continuing Their Legacy
Today, Dierschke.com carries forward the work begun by Marjorie and Pauline and continued by Joyce.
By preserving both editions, sharing family photographs and stories, and documenting new generations, we hope to ensure that the history of Joseph Franz and Pauline Dierschke remains accessible to their descendants.
With gratitude to Marjorie Mican Matula, Pauline Haas Bluhm, Joyce Phillips, and every family member who contributed to these treasured publications.