Obit., mid-Missouri newspaper; 1949: " The death of Martin S. Plassmeyer Tuesday (April 1949) morning came as a shock to his host of friends. Mr. Plassmeyer was a son of Joseph and Margaret Bode Plassmeyer and was born at Westphalia on Feb. 4, 1871. In 1901, he was married to Miss Anna Heislen at Wardsville. Deceased had been connected with the Bank of Freeburg for 36 years; 27 of which he served as its president. Survivors beside the widow are 3 sons; Vincent J. of Jefferson City; William H. of Kansas City; and Paul H of the home; 3 daughters, Mrs. Edward Brandt of St. Louis; Mrs. Cornelius Loehner of Jefferson City and Miss Agnes of the home"