Background
Schettler was born near the city of Koblenz, Prussia.
interpreter Missionary treasurer Saint leader
Schettler was born near the city of Koblenz, Prussia.
He emigrated to the United States in 1858, settling in New York City. Schettler moved to Utah Territory in 1860. In 1861, he was called to serve as mission president in the Netherlands.
After a short time there he was reassigned to Switzerland, where he served as a missionary until 1864.
Schettler then returned to Utah where he worked as a treasurer. He served as the treasurer and interpreter for George A. Smith"s delegation that went to Palestine in 1872 and 1873.
Schettler died of a stroke in Salt Lake City in 1884.