Fresno - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Chin, Henning

catmomg1 — 21 Aug 2008 7:01:22 GMT

Looking for any information regarding the family of Henning Chin. The family owned a grocery store in Fresno in the late 1920's.

Warthan Canyon Cemetery

sweeney5150 — 14 Feb 2006 8:36:00 GMT

Looking for info about Warthan Canyon Cemetery. I have family buried there and have been told it is on private property and is overrun with snakes. Yikes! I Would like to visit. Does anyone from the Fresno are know who owns it?

Thanks, Pam

HENNING, EDWARD

catmomg1 — 18 Aug 2008 12:25:00 GMT

Looking for any information on Edward Henning who lived in Fresno area in 1925. Possibly died in a fatal car crash. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Howard Aaron, Ida Lou Brannan, and Oran Drake

harukafan80 — 5 Aug 2008 5:57:45 GMT

Looking for information on this family. Info is as follows:

Howard Aaron Drake
Born: 27 Jan 1894
Streator, La Salle, IL, USA

Died: 21 Jul 1966
Fresno, Fresno, CA, USA

Married Ida Lou Brannan/Brannon:

b. abt 1893, prob in TX
d. unknown, prob in Fresno co, CA

Had three children-Maurice, Alan, and Oran. Maurice was born abt 1914 in TX and married a Compary and then divorced. Alan was born abt 1915 in TX, spouse unknown.

Oran Drake, the youngest, was born 1918, prob in Palo Pinto co, TX and died 4 Feb 1993 in CA. I figured he may (or may not) be buried near his parents. Oran was my maternal grandfather's cousin through his mother, Ida Lou Brannon, who was the sister of my g-grandfather William R Brannan/Brannon (grandfather's father).

Oran was a WWII veteran and a survivor of the Bataan death march. My grandmother tells me he was a cook.

I would love to find out more on this family and their descendants, particularly Oran and his military service. Would also love to know the names of his mother's parents if anyone knows, as well as burial places for the family.

Springston Family in Fresno

ericstoltz1960 — 7 May 2008 7:53:24 GMT

I am looking for the family of William Springston, b. 2 Apr 1864, died 1 May 1949 in Fresno. His parents were William Springston (b. abt 1807 in Ohio) and Nancy Todd? (b. abt 1820 in Ohio). He married Iowa Crystal (1872-1933) and his siblings were Caroline, Delas, Laura?, Lavina, Josephine, Rufus, Isabel and George.

His sister Lavina (1849-1931) married my great-great-grandfather Seth Dunham (1826-1909) in Napa, California in 1864, and I am trying to find information about her parents.

Thank you!

Brenda M. Simmons d. Jan. 3, 2003 Fresno, Ca

JanWallace4547 — 6 Aug 2008 6:54:30 GMT

Searching for info on Brenda M. Simmons (according to SSDI) b. Oct. 21, 1923 d. Jan. 30, 2003 in Fresho, Ca. Believe her to be the daughter of Paul H. and Annie Berndt of Lewisville, Denton Co., Tx. The Brenda Berndt Simmons I am looking for was mentioned in the obit of her brother, Edmund Theodore "Tom" Berndt who died 1993 in Tarrant Co., Texas. Other siblings were Irma Berndt Dean of Dallas, Tx. and Paul H. Berndt of Lewisville, Tx. In the obit, Brenda was mentioned as "Brenda Simmons of Fresno, Ca."

Fresno Masonic Cemetery??

venturaoma08 — 31 Jul 2008 2:30:45 GMT

A cousin says that my grandfather, Chester Keyes, was buried in the Fresno Masonic Cemetery, but I cannot find out where that would be. Has it been renamed?

Please reply directly to venturaoma@sbcglobal.net

Thank you!

Geneva MASON FRANKLIN (CLAMPITT)

TrishDeMas — 24 Jul 2008 5:54:16 GMT

In a 1933 edition of the Fresno Bee it was reported that a woman by the name of Geneva MASON FRANKLIN was seeking an annulment or her marriage to a man she knew as Cecil FRANKLIN. They married in 1930 and she had given birth to a child for whom she was seeking financial support - a mere $35 per month in the midst of the Great Depression. She had learned that her husband's real name was Franklin CLAMPITT/aka Cecil Franklin CLAMPITT and that he was married to another woman. (He was also known to use the name Jim Clampitt.) These individuals are deceased, but I am anxious to learn any bit of information regarding them or their child (who would now be approximately 77 years old, if living) no matter how insignificant it may seem.

Cecil FRANKLIN CLAMPITT lived in Texas rather briefly and various locales throughout the state of California, including San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Woodland, Marysville-Yuba City, Fresno - and perhaps points in between - throughout most of his life.

Cecil Franklin CLAMPITT, b. 4 Nov 1905 in Claiborne Parish, LA, d. 18 Nov 1976 in Yolo Co., CA, is without question the person referred to in the newspaper article - and his conduct should not be attributed to any other person having the same or a similar name.

Note: All persons having close association with this man who could be embarrassed by a public posting, including siblings, known wives, and known children (with the exception of the poster) are deceased.

Smith Mountain Cemetery

janporterahola — 24 Jul 2008 5:54:58 GMT

Does anyone know if Smith Mountain Cemetery has been transcribed?

Also an address for Dopkins Funeral Chapel which I believe is in Dinuba.

Thank you

Lenora Burleigh/LeDeux/LaBlatt/LaBatt/Hole/Welliver/Welliner

Alonis LeDeux Urell — 24 Jul 2008 5:57:29 GMT

Hello all!
We are still searching! The information I have on Lenora's mother was that her name was Alonis Hole Welliver.She married an unknown man by the last name of Welliver. I can find her ancestors thru the Holes of Darke Co. Ohio. I am not sure if when they came to California, Alonis married an indian or a cowboy and the family was not pleased. There has been no further records of Alonis. Lenora married an englishman by the name of Burleigh. This must have happened early on because Melvin Burleigh(Johnie Coleman LaBlatt or Jonathan LeDeux) and his sister Jeanette used the name Burleigh in high school in Fresno. On my fathers birth cert. the name is Johnnie Coleman LaBlatt and his fathers given name is Johnnie Coleman LaBlatt of Stockton.
Gayla & Babette;
I have tried to relocate your email addresses but have been unsuccessful. My email address has changed to: alonisurell@yahoo.com
Please reach me there

Alonis LeDeux Urell

Henry & Emma Turpin 1850-1930 Fowler, CA

jturpin127 — 15 Jan 2006 9:13:29 GMT

I am trying to find out who the parents were of my GGrandparents. My GGgrandparents moved from Iowa to Fresno Co, CA in the early 1900's. His name was Henry Watson Turpin and her name was Emma (Emiley) Marrie Bennett Turpin. Their children's names: George Henry Turpin, William (Bill) Q. Turpin; Faye Turpin Van Horn; Lydia (Liddie) Turpin Springston and Walter Luke Turpin.
Do these names ring a bell for anyone?

Obit Look up Please/Kessie Ernest BALL

janporterahola — 11 Jul 2008 8:17:11 GMT

Seeking obit of Kessie Ernest Ball b 4-15-199 Moody, Howell County, MO d. 5-14-1985 Fresno County.

I have his wife was Allie BALL; her maiden name the same as maiden and am trying to find her kinship with Kessie also.

In 1930 census in Los Angeles County, they had one daughter, Minnie Jean.

Thank you
Jan Porter Ahola
jlahola@jamadots.com

Benzlers

tedpack — 10 Jul 2008 4:04:47 GMT

There are a couple of dozen BENZLER individuals in Fresno County between 1900 and 1930. Some people have some of them descending from Phillip Benzler and Dorothy Peterson. Does anyone have a source?

I have these three children, based on family tradition, and one of them didn't make it to the promised land. He died in North Dakota, undoubtedly dreaming of raisins and a gentle, foggy winter. Nobody ever had to clear 6 feet of fog from a path between the house and the barn to feed the cows; people in North Dakota have to clear 6 feet of snow there every winter.

Phillip Benzler married Dorothy Peterson. Children:

Gottfried Benzler, born on 16 Jan 1851, Russia; married
Anna Marie Peterson, bet 1875/76, Russia; died on 13 Jan 1941, Fresno, Fresno, California.

Andrew Benzler, born in 1861, Dinkel, Kanton Kukkus, Samara, Russia; married Margaret Hartwig, between 1887 and 1894, Russia; died Fresno, Fresno, California.

Jacob Benzler, born in 1865 in Dinkel, Kanton Kukkus, Samara, Russia. Died on 31 Jul 1913 in Jamestown, Stutsman, North Dakota.
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I can find Andrew and Gottfried on the census. I can't find their parents, nor any relation to Jacob via the census.

OBIT Request, HARRIS (HUFCUT), Blanche Lucille, 15 Mar 1892 - 24 Oct 1986

mcteer — 6 Jul 2008 9:46:15 GMT

Seeking possible obit for subject.

Thanks,

Michael McTeer
michael_mcteer@yahoo.com

Parkside School Firebaugh AM Kindergarten 1961

sabrina1959 — 3 Jul 2008 11:05:55 GMT

I have a picture of my mother's class ... all students are listed on the back. The surnames are: Hunt, Toff, Hardin, Martiniez, Ramos, Logan, Sapien, Cordiel, york, Vallejo, Cruz, Ledesma, Hale, Padilla, Murillo, Langley, Davis, Sievers, Gomes, Phillips, Martinez, Coronado, Valleho, Potlan, Rodriguez.

If anyone would like a copy of this picture please contact me.

Thank you.

Ingeborg Brandstedt, Fresno 1971

Arlea Stenberg — 24 Aug 2005 3:03:43 GMT

Looking for a Cousin, Ingeborg Brandstedt, listed in her brother's obit 1971 as living in Fresno, California.
Ingeborg Helander was born in Canada 1896, Died in Fresno, 6-9-1972. Lived some time in New York, Pa. area.
Her mother is my g-aun, Hilma Wallen Helander.

Garrison / Martin;

JamesLord38 — 1 Jul 2008 10:26:02 GMT

Melvin Edward Garrison, born 1924 in Oklahoma, He died February 1, 1997 in Sanger, Fresno Co., CA - He married Laverene Frances Martin, She was born 1926 in CA -- She died January 18, 2000, Sanger, Fresno Co., CA -- They had a Daughter Marjorie.

Researching Family;

jamestlord@charter.net

Obit Request for Ulysses Bookout

sdlewis41 — 30 May 2007 1:48:30 GMT

Hello,
I'm searching for an obit for Ulysses Bookout. I'm not sure where he passed away in the Fresno County area, however, he is buried in the Kingsburg Cemetery. Ulysses was born 12-25-1865 and passed away 1-19-1957. Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Shelley

Hammer Yonovera

mpaloutz — 30 Jun 2008 3:00:02 GMT

I am looking for more information on the business advertised as Hammer Yonovera located at 1250 Fulton St., Fresno.
I found an advertisement for this business in the Fresno Bee from 15 Feb 1940, on page 4-B, promoting women's undergarments by the Gossard company.

Yonovera Towey Garnett an employee of the Gossard company and the patent holder of a girdle design is a cousin to my family. I am interested in learning more about her relation to this business.
Thanks!!

Obit request for Great Uncle Henry Washington Shumaker, dod April 7, 1954, Parker, Fresno, California-

jonshumaker1 — 15 Oct 2003 10:55:31 GMT

A great uncle died April 7, 1954, in Parker, Fresno, California by name of Shumaker, Henry Washington. I never had the grand pleasure of knowing my ancestors, but know that this man was my uncle. I would appreciate someone sending me his obit, please. Thank you very much.

Cemetery lookups in Fresno Co - KEYES, CARPENTER, PICKRELL, DECHANT

venturaoma08 — 22 Jun 2008 10:16:32 GMT

I have many relatives who died in Fresno Co but I cannot find out where they are buried. I have dates of death for most of them. Going to the cemetery websites has mostly proved to be fruitless.

Any help would be appreciated.

Reply directly to venturaoma@sbcglobal.net

Thank you!

Jan

Dunlap CA

SFoster5425 — 26 Jun 2008 12:19:35 GMT

My ancestors, several family names, settled in the Dunlap area in Fresno County in the 1860's. Names include Foster, Garton, Turner, Keener, Anderson, Stanley, Erwin. If anyone is familiar with these names in Dunlap, send me a note. Love to make your aquaintance.

Obituary Lookup Please ... Danish Ancestor ... last name BACH

mbcancilla — 20 Jun 2008 1:10:31 GMT

Ditlev Gotthard Monrad Bach the son Peder Tøfting Nielsen Bach and Kirsten Marie Nielsen.

Peder Tøfting Nielsen Bach was my great-grandmother, Ane Nielsen Bach/Bak Hulgaard's brother.

My great-grandmother's brother, Peder Tøfting Bach and his wife Kirsten Marie sailed to America from Denmark in 1896 on the ship called Norge out of Frederikshavn, Denmark bound for Worcester, Mass. with their children:

Emma Sofie Caroline Bach aged 11 3/4
Ditlev Gotthard Mourad Bach aged 9
Gerda Malvine Kirstine Bach aged 7
Johannes Andreas Christian Bach aged 04 3/4
Hilma Valborg Bach aged 2
Emmann Bach ... would have been one year old in August of 1896

All the children were born in Thisted, Denmark as was their dad Peder Tøfting Bach. Peder and his wife Kirsten were married in Tilsted, Thisted Amt. in Denmark.

The Ellis Island record show that the family did arrive in U.S.A.

Another two children were born in the U.S.A. - Alwyn (Alwin, Alvin) E. Bach, born Jan 24, 1898 in Massachusetts, probably Worcester and Hazel Mergretta Bach, born May 21, 1901 in Worcester, Massachusetts.

I need someone to look up the obituary for Ditlev Gotthard Mourad Bach.
The Social Security Death Index lists SSN 567-50-0869, born 2 Apr 1887, died Mar 1974, last residence 93702 Fresno, Fresno, CA. The California Death Index 1940-1997 gives his birthplace as other country and his place of death as Fresno, SSN the same as above.

I would really like help to find a living relative or relatives to share information and stories and maybe the obituary might help in some way.

Sincerely,
Birgit Mariane Hulgaard Cancilla

Marriage - SWEARINGEN-YAKOVETIC: Eric Clinton Swearingen + Patrice Marie Yakovetic (1975)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 22 Jun 2008 12:12:12 GMT

SWEARINGEN — YAKOVETIC
Patrice Marie Yakovetic and Eric Clinton Swearingen were married Aug. 23 in the United Memorial Methodist Church in Clovis. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Yakovetic, was graduated from Hoover High School and attended Fresno State University.

The bridegroom, son of Mrs. Joyce Swearingen and Lt. Cdr. Gerald Swearingen of San Diego, was graduated from HHS and attended FSU.

Fresno Bee | Fresno, California | Sunday, September 14, 1975 | Page 66
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Eric and Patrice were married on 23 Aug 1975 in Clovis, Fresno, CA

CA Marriage Index: SWEARINGEN ERIC C 21 YAKOVETIC PATRICE M 18 1975 08 23 FRESNO

They had the following children: Julie and Tamrin

1. Julie (1981-1981) - lived 1 day
2. Tamrin - no other information

Parents of the bride: Andrew Pete Yakovetic (1923-1985) and Mary Ann Vidovich (1932-2004)
Known children: Peter, Patrice

Roy D. and Grace Marshall - Fresno

Lee Turley — 30 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on Roy D. MARSHALL. Probably born in Vermont, Fulton Co., IL, about 1876, and moved to Tamora, Seward Co, NE, about 1882. Son of Ross Edmond Marshall and Catherine Mercer. Grandson of William Marshall (OH, IL, NE) and Charlotte Loomis (MI, IL, NE). Brother of Della (Johnston) and Hazel. Married Grace Smith (b. abt 1883), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Fawden, of Lincoln, NE, on 26 Apr 1902. Worked as a telegraph operator at Burlington depot in Lincoln. Living in Fresno, CA, in 1915.
Please e-mail me a note if you respond to the board.

Fresno Home L & P Co.

stephaniekwest — 15 Jun 2008 6:13:45 GMT

I am looking for my Great-grandfather. In the 1907 Fresno directory there was a Hart, HH listed for: pres Fresno Home L & P Co., r San Francisco.

I would like to know what Fresno Home L & P Co. was and how that links to r San Francisco. My Great-Grandfather might have worked or lived in San Francisco at one point.

Any information would be very helpful.

Marriage - SCHULTE-SNODGRASS: Schulte, Lee Raymond + Snodgrass, Barbara Lee (1966)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 14 Jun 2008 5:08:18 GMT

Vows are Recited in Carmel

The Highlands Inn Chapel in Carmel provided the setting for the recent wedding of Barbara Lee Bizieff and Lee Raymond Schulte.

White lace accented the bodice of the bride's pink suit. Pink and white chiffon was styled into Miss Bizieff's large picture hat.

Mrs. Richard Moffatt, attired in a blue and white suit, served as the matron of honor. Jon Allen stood as the best man.

Following a reception at the Jolly Roger Inn in Monterey, the just weds departed for their coastal honeymoon. They have returned to Fresno. A graduate of Roosevelt High School, the bride is a daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Snodgrass and R. H. Snodgrass of Millbrae. Her husband, also a RHS graduate, is a son of Mrs. Bertha Schulte and the late John Schulte.

Fresno Bee | Fresno, California | Saturday, July 02, 1966 | Page 7
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CA Marriage Index:

SCHULTE LEE R 26 BIZIEFF BARBARA L 24 1966 06 18 MONTEREY
SCHULTE LEE R 26 SNODGRASS BARBARA L 24 1966 06 18 MONTEREY

Barbara's maiden name is 'Snodgrass'; She was previously married to Max David Bizieff (married on 08 Dec 1962 in Fresno County, CA. She and Max have a son, Max N. Bizieff, born in 1963.

Fresno Obits

omasan_1 — 12 Jun 2008 11:28:37 GMT

When researching, thought I had found a place online where I could look up obits for Fresno. Does anyone know where this might be? I have a few obits from there, that I'd like if possible.
Sincere thanks for any help.
Alvia Marcus Thornhill D. 27 Oct 1966
James Parker Thornhill D. 12 Oct 1994
Mattie Thornhill McMurray d. 02 Sep 1991

obit - WOHLER, Daisy (Clarke ) 1884-1962

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 13 Jun 2008 1:38:34 GMT

Mrs. Daisy Wohler

Funeral services for Mrs. Daisy Wohler, 77, of 435 South Fruit Avenue will be held tomorrow at 1 p.m. in the John N. Lisle Chapel.

Mrs. Wohler died of a heart attack yesterday after she and her husband, Granville, were terrorized in their home by a burglar.

A native of England, Mrs. Wohler lived in Fresno for 16 years. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Central Church and the church's welfare group, the Dorcas Society.

Besides her husband she is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Gladys Kornoff of Kerman, Mrs. Kathryn Muskgrove of West Covina, Los Angeles County, and Mrs. Mabel Walsh of South Gate, Los Angeles County; two sons, Richard Wohler of Fresno and Bert Johnson of Bell, Los Angeles County; a brother, Richard Clarke of England; two sisters, Mrs. Laura Scott of Redlands, San Bernardino County, and Mrs. Emma Neighbor of Australia; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Elder Clarence E. Smith will officiate at the last rites. The burial will be in the Belmont Memorial Park.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Thursday, January 04, 1962 | Page 32
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CA Death Index: WOHLER DAISY 1884 03 19 Mother: "BERRY" FEMALE EN FRESNO 1962 01 03 - 77

obit - WOHLER, Granville H. (1888-1965)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 13 Jun 2008 1:33:47 GMT

Granville H. Wohler

Funeral services for Granville H. Wohler, 77, of 435 South Fruit Avenue will be held at 10 AM tomorrow in the John N. Lisle Chapel. Burial will be in the Belmont Memorial Park.
Wohler died Tuesday night in a local hospital. A native of Phoenix, Ariz., he had lived in California 64 years and in Fresno County 19 years. His last job was as an iron molder for the Fresno Brass Works. He was a member of Molders Local No. 164, and of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Surviving are his widow, Laura; three sons, Richard Harrison, Bertram Johnson and Charles W. Hiatt, all of Fresno; five daughters, Mrs. Gladys E. Kornoff of Kerman, Mrs. Mabel Walsh of Southgate, Los Angeles County, Mrs. Katherine Musgrove of West Covina, Los Angeles County, Mrs. Ruth M. Smith of Fresno, and Mrs. Bertha Chapman of Sumas, Wash.; 15 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Thursday, July 08, 1965 | Page 41
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CA Death Index: WOHLER GRANVILL H 1888 03 12 Mother: "BRUCE" MALE AR FRESNO 1965 07 06 562051723 77

Note: The obituary says he was born in Arizona which has the state code of "AZ"; the CA Death Index shows "AR" which is Arkansas.

obit - HEINTZ, Alexander (1881-1969)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 13 Jun 2008 1:29:43 GMT

Alexander Heintz
Funeral services for Alexander Heintz, 87, of 1717 N. Winery Ave. will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow in the Stephens Bean Chapel. Burial will be Belmont Memorial Park.

Heintz was born in Samara Russia, and had lived in Fresno since he came to the United States 59 years ago. He was a laborer for 40 years until he retired. He was a member a member of the Free Evangelical Lutheran Cross Church. He died Friday in a local hospital of a long illness.

Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Margaret Mitchell and Mrs. Kathryn Steinhauer, both of Fresno, and Mrs. Eleanor Kornoff of Sacramento; a step son, Conrad Reitz of Fresno five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Fresno Bee | Fresno, California | Sunday, October 12, 1969 | Page 22
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CA Death Index: HEINTZ ALEXANDE 1881 12 12 SEHER MALE US FRESNO 1969 10 10 564012689 87

obit - KERBER, Marie Christine (Salwasser) 1878-1963

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 13 Jun 2008 1:17:37 GMT

Mrs. Marie Christine (Klein) Kerber

Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Klein Kerber, 85, of 1717 South Winery' Avenue will be held at 1 PM Friday in the Free Evangelical Lutheran Cross Church.

She died in a local rest home Monday after a long illness. A native of Russia, Kerber had lived in Fresno County for 57 years.

She is survived by a son, P. H. Klein of Patterson, Stanislaus County; two daughters, Mrs. Katherine Allen of Pacific Grove, Monterey County, and Mrs. Sophie Asplund of San Francisco; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Mary Kornoff of Biola; a brother, George Salwasser of Fresno; two sisters, Mrs. Katherine Lung of Fresno and Mrs. Mary Schmidt of Santa Clara; eight grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Burial will be in Mountain View Cemetery with the Lisle Funeral Home in charge.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Wednesday, November 06, 1963 | Page 34
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CA Death Index:
KERBER MARIE C 1878 02 14 LEHMAN FEMALE US FRESNO 1963 11 04 - 85

obit - KERBER, Henry E. (1902-1976)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 13 Jun 2008 1:09:36 GMT

Henry E. Kerber
Services for Henry E. Kerber, 73, a retired truck driver, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Yost 4 Webb Chapel. Kerber died Tuesday in a local hospital. A native of Russia, he had lived in Fresno County for 64 years. He had been a driver for valley Motor Lines for 26 years before his retirement. He is survived by his widow, Maxine; two brothers, August of Biola and John of Merced, and a sister, Mrs. Mary Kornoff of Fresno. Burial will be in Fresno Memorial Gardens.

Fresno Bee | Fresno, California | Wednesday, September 08, 1976 | Page 9
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CA Death Index:
KERBER HENRY E 1902 11 26 MALE RE FRESNO 1976 09 07 564014389 73

Need info on the following surnames please

bjmcnew_1 — 3 Feb 2005 9:12:47 GMT

I have quite of few people who are living, or who have lived in Sanger. Need info on when and where they died.

Nellie SMURR: Born-6 Mar 1907 in AR. Maiden name was Hutchison. Died-Feb 7 1992 in or around Contra Costa, CA.

Mamie Virgis CLAWSON: Born-17 Sep 1910 in OK. Maiden name was also Hutchison. Died-14 Apr 1995 in Exeter, CA. Husband was Joseph Clawson.

Blanche Eugenia JOSEPH: Born-14 Sep 1912 in MO. Maiden name was Hutchison. Died-26 Nov 1996 in Sanger. Husband was Leonard JOSEPH.

Evelyn Lowery: Born-1916 in CO. Maiden name was Hutchison. Don't know when she died, but I have some info that she is buried in Sanger Cem. Husband was Douglas Lowery.

Ruby HOLLOWAY: Born-1893 in MO. Maiden name was Combs. Elder sister to the the Hutchisons. She may have remarried after her husband died. Not sure. Husband's name was David Holloway.

I need any info on these people. Thanks for helping out. I have more info if anyone needs any. Barb

Helping Those With California Ancestors

Jeannie — 9 Jul 2006 4:20:15 GMT

I volunteer for the California Archives, and I have my own genealogy blog, which is designed to help those researching their ancestry. Please check it out at:

http://genealogygenie.blogspot.com/

I have access to many Fresno records, including some obituaries. I will be very happy to check my resources for your ancestors.

Note: Sorry, but I cannot do lookups for living individuals.

descendants of Aage Viggo Jensen

LindaLeeJust — 22 Apr 2007 1:11:13 GMT

I am looking for descendants of Aage Viggo Jensen,( born in Hornbaek, Denmark 1895) married to Mathea Andrea Koch. He was my father's cousin and I have pictures of his family taken in California.

Linda

obit - OLSON, Ethel Cornellia (Hillgrove) 1878-1955

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 1 Jun 2008 1:06:36 GMT

Mrs. Ethel C. Olson
MERCED, Merced Co.—Funeral services were held today in the Ivers & Alcorn Mission Chapel for Mrs. Ethel Cornellia Olson, 76. of Atwater. She died Wednesday in an Atwater hospital. Burial was in the Los Banos Cemetery.

Mrs. Olson was a native of Isleton and a member of the Methodist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Carrie Cardoza of Atwater, and Mrs. Sephese Rakos of Fresno; two grand children, Mrs. Claire Sennight of Atwater and Frederick Riedle of Berkeley; a great grandchild, Joseph Bradley Bennight of Atwater; four sisters, Mrs. May C. McClung, Mrs. Violet Lewis, Mrs. Ora Osburn (Osborne), and Mrs. C. E. Whitney, all of Fresno, and a brother, Frank Hillgrove of San Francisco.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Friday, April 22, 1955 | Page 26
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CA Death Index:
OLSON ETHEL CORNELLIA 1878 12 10 POOLE HILLGROVE FEMALE CA MERCED 1955 04 20 76

Parents: Charles Hillgrove and Mary Poole (1856-1942)

CA Death Index for Mother:
HILLGROVE MARY SAPHIA 1856 10 05 POOL FEMALE IL FRESNO 1942 12 21 86

obit - HILLGROVE, Frank C. (1888-1965)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 1 Jun 2008 12:57:00 GMT

Frank Hillgrove
Funeral services for Frank C. Hillgrove, 76, a former Fresnan, were held yesterday in San Francisco. He died Saturday in a San Francisco hospital.

Hillgrove was born in Fresno and lived here until about 18 years ago when he moved to San Francisco. Until his retirement five years ago, he had worked for Western Pacific Railroad.

He was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen in San Francisco and the American Legion.

Hillgrove is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary H. of San Francisco, and two sisters, Mrs. Mamie Whitney and Mrs. Violet Lewis of Fresno.

Burial was in the Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno, San Mateo County.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Friday, July 02, 1965 | Page 23
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CA Death Index:
HILLGROVE FRANK C 1888 12 11 mother: "POOLE" MALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1965 06 28 701010760 76

obit - OSBORNE, Ora Mae (Hillgrove) 1890-1965

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 1 Jun 2008 12:53:58 GMT

Woman Dies in Home Fire Near Airport

Mrs. Oramae Osborne, 74, was burned to death when fire swept through her home at 4893 East Harvard Avenue shortly after sunrise today. Jerry Brown, 78, a roomer in the green frame house just a few hundred yards from the Fresno Air Terminal, suffered cuts when he broke out of the burning structure.

Lewis Boyles of 2621 North Winery Avenue, a neighbor, said he was just about to leave for his job with an agricultural supply firm when he heard Brown calling.

"It was sometime between 6:15 and 6:30" Boyles recalled. "He was hollering, 'Fire! Help! He was lying on the grass near the back door and he was bleeding. I could see the flames coming out of the house. I told my wife to call the ambulance and the fire department and I helped him out into the front yard. Then I ran all around the house to see if she (Mrs. Osborne) was still inside."

Confined to Rear
Three fire trucks answered the alarm. Don Hurley, an assistant ranger with the Mid-Valley Fire District, said the fire started in the rear of the six room home and was fairly well confined there, although there was considerable smoke and water damage to the front room.

Boyles said the rear room, where the fire appears to have started, had been added to the home in the past few months.

Mrs. Osborne's body was found on the floor of a bedroom. Mid-Valley officials still were seeking to find the cause of the fire. They estimated the loss at $9,000 to the house and $5,500 to the contents.

Mrs. Osborne was a native of Fresno and had lived here all her life. Her father, the late Charles Hillgrove, was an early day Fresno carpenter. She was a member of the Native Daughters of the Golden West, the Degree of Honor and the Emblem Club.

Mrs. Osborne and her husband, T. A. Osborne, were separated.

Her other survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Oramae Tice, a McLane High School teacher who lives next door; another daughter, Mrs. Norman Anderson of Los Angeles; two sisters, Mrs. Violet Lewis and Mrs. Mamie Whitney of Fresno,; a brother, Frank Hillgrove of San Francisco, and two grandchildren.

Services will be announced by Lisle Funeral Home.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Thursday, May 27, 1965 | Page 1
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CA Death Index:
OSBORNE ORA M 1890 09 11 FEMALE CA FRESNO 1965 05 27 - 74

obit - LEWIS, Violet (Hillgrove) 1894-1965

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 1 Jun 2008 12:42:32 GMT

Violet Lewis, 71, Clubwoman, Is Killed In Malibu

Mrs. Violet Lewis, 71, of 464 S. Recreation Ave., was killed yesterday when she was struck by an automobile as she walked across Highway 101 in Malibu, Los Angeles County, attempting to reach the beach. She was visiting a daughter in that city. Mrs. Lewis was a life-long resident of Fresno County. She attended the Sierra Vista Methodist Church, was a member and past president for two terms of the Sarah Jagger Chapter No. 19, United Spanish War Veterans Auxiliary, a member of the Degree of Pocahontas, and was active in Rebekah Lodges, and past president of the John Burroughs School PTA.

Surviving are a son, Earl Parish of Hawthorne, Los Angeles County; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Cohan of Malibu and Mrs. Anna Bechkoff of Kerman; a sister, Mrs. Mamie Whitney of Fresno, and eight grandchildren.
The Lisle Funeral Home will announce services.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Monday, October 11, 1965 | Page 4
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CA Death Index:
LEWIS VIOLET 1894 08 22 TOOLE FEMALE CA LOS ANGELES 1965 10 10 548105124 71

Spouse: Edward E. Lewis (1889-1957)
Known children: Helen, Dorothy, Anna

1. Helen, born in 1917 - md. unknown Cohan, no other information
2. Dorothy M., (1922-1922) died 13 days old
3. Anna K., md. Nick John Bechkoff on 29 Jun 1947 in Fresno County, CA = Nicholas, Sandra, Robert, Nicholette, Darlene and Marlene (twins)

I do not know how Earl Parish fits in; perhaps he is adopted?

Parents: Charles Hillgrove
Known children: Violet, Ora Mae, Mamie, Frank

obit - LEWIS, Edward E. (1889-1957)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 1 Jun 2008 12:34:47 GMT

Edward E. Lewis

Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 1 p.m. in the Lisle Funeral Home for Edward E. Lewis, 67, of 464 South Recreation Avenue, a retired roofer who died yesterday in a local hospital.

Burial will be in the Belmont Memorial Park.

Lewis came to Fresno 50 years ago from his native Grass Valley, Nevada County. He was a member of the Fresno Aerie No. 39, Fraternal Order of Eagles.

His survivors include his widow, Violet; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Cohan of San Francisco and Mrs. Anna Bechkoff of Kerman; three sisters, Mrs. Janet Ragon of Grass Valley and Mrs. Anna B. Hughes and Mrs. Elizabeth Franks of Oakland and eight grandchildren.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Monday, March 11, 1957 | Page 16
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CA Death Index:

LEWIS ED 1889 07 04 POLKINGHORNE LEWIS MALE CA FRESNO 1957 03 10 548105124 67

Spouse: Violet Hillgrove (1894-1965)
Known children: Helen, Dorothy, Anna

1. Helen, born in 1917 - md. unknown Cohan, no other information
2. Dorothy M., (1922-1922) died 13 days old
3. Anna K., md. Nick John Bechkoff on 29 Jun 1947 in Fresno County, CA = Nicholas, Sandra, Robert, Nicholette, Darlene and Marlene (twins)

obit - ZADOYAN, Toros (abt 1878-1927)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 31 May 2008 10:45:33 GMT

Funeral Rites Held for Toros Zadoyan
Funeral services for Toros Zadoyan, 49, a native of Armenia and resident of Sanger for several years who died last Saturday at a local hospital, were held today at the Armenian Holy Trinity Church, followed by interment in Mt. Ararat Cemetery. Dawar and Nuttman had charge of arrangements. Zadoyan is survived by his widow Verigane Zadoyan, and three children, Ashod, Reuben and Alice Zadoyan, all of Sanger.

Fresno Bee | Fresno, California | Monday, June 27, 1927 | Page 11
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From my file:
CA Death Index: ZADOYAN, Toros, age 49 years, died 6/25/1927 in Fresno County, CA; spouse: 'V'

Spouse: Virginia Vartanian (abt 1895-1971); married about Approx. 1910 possibly in Armenia

Known children: Shutes Ashad, Reuben, Alice

1. Shutes (1913-1977) md. Eva Bertolli on 21 Apr 1939 in Reno, Nevada
2. Reuben (1915-2004) - no other information; possibly died in Hawaii??
3. Alice Roxie (1916-2000) md. Walter John Shubin on 15 Oct 1955 in Fresno County, CA = Virginia

Armenians in Fresno County

mpaloutz — 30 May 2008 5:49:53 GMT

I am doing research on my Armenian family and have lots of information to share, and I hope you do, as well!

The families I am researching:
Paloutzian, Basmajian, Badigian, Tatoian, Keshishian(some changed to Kershaw), Hovasapian, Karabian. Also, some related Chooljian, Tusoosian (Tusan), Shishmanian, Zaillian, and Mekealian families.

my blog: www.michellepaloutzian.blogspot.com

obit - DARPINIAN, Virginia (Vartanian) 1895-1971

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 31 May 2008 10:07:50 GMT

Mrs. Darpinian Rites Are Set
Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia Darpinian, 76, of 3738 E. Townsend Ave., a Fresno resident for 51 years who died yesterday, will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church.
A native of Bitis, Armenia, Mrs. Darpinian moved to Fresno in 1920. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Alice Shubin of Fresno, two sons, Shutes Zadoyan of Sanger and Ruben Zadoyan of Los Angeles, and a grandchild.
Burial will be in the Ararat Cemetery. Yost & Webb Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Wednesday, November 17, 1971 | Page 31
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CA Death Index: DARPINIAN VIRGINIA 1895 09 10 FEMALE SU FRESNO 1971 11 16 566667684 76

Spouse 1: Toros Zadoyan (abt 1878-1927)
Known children: Shutes Ashad, Reuben, Alice

1. Shutes (1913-1977) md. Eva Bertolli on 21 Apr 1939 in Reno, Nevada
2. Reuben (1915-2004) - no other information; possibly died in Hawaii??
3. Alice Roxie (1916-2000) md. Walter John Shubin on 15 Oct 1955 in Fresno County, CA = Virginia

Spouse 2: Arson Darpinian (1884-1959)

Virginia was listed as a widow on the 1930 U.S. Federal Census:
1930 Federal Census - California
Fresno County, Township 7, ED 88
ZADOYIAN, Virginia, head, age 35, widow, first married age 15, born in Turkey (also her parents), immigrated in 1910, farm - vineyard
Ashod, son, age 16, born in New York (parents born in Turkey)
Reuben, son, age 14, born in New York (parents born in Turkey)
Alice, dtr, age 13, born in New York (parents born in Turkey)
Hosroff, brother in law, widower, married age 30, born in Turkey

Obit - DARPINIAN, Arson (1884-1959)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 31 May 2008 9:56:28 GMT

Arson Darpinian
Funeral services for Arson Darpinian, 74, of 3738 Townsend Avenue, will be conducted Monday at 10 a.m. in the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church.
Darpinian died yesterday in a local hospital
He came to Fresno County from Armenia 48 years ago and farmed until 1956 when he retired and moved to the Townsend Avenue address.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia; two sons, Ashad Zadoyan of Sanger and Ruben Zadoyan of Hollywood; a daughter, Mrs. Alice Shubin, and one grandchild.
The Revs. Y. Mekhitarian and P. Kasparian will officiate at the funeral services. Burial will follow in the Ararat cemetery under the direction of the Yost & Webb Mortuary.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Friday, June 12, 1959 | Page 14
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From my file:
CA Death Index:
DARPINIAN ARSON 1884 07 10 MALE RE FRESNO 1959 06 11 558525185 74

Spouse: Virginia Vartanian (abt 1895-1971)
Known children: none

The children mentioned in the obituary are from Virginia's first marriage to Toros Zadoyan (abt 1878-1927)

obit - WILKINSON, George A. (1904-1977)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 25 May 2008 9:24:40 GMT

George A. Wilkinson

Funeral services for George A. Wilkinson, 73, a retired Fresno city fire fighter, will be held In the Colonial Funeral Chapel Wednesday at 2 p.m. Burial will be private. He died Sunday. Wilkinson was a member of the Fresno City Fire Department for 42 years. He was a native of Topeka, Kan., and made his home in Fresno for 55 years. He also was an army veteran of World War II.
Surviving are his widow, Luba, and two sons, Rick and Ian, all of Fresno; two daughters, Mrs. Janet Swartz of Fresno and Fran Wilkinson of Patterson; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

[Fresno Bee | Fresno, California | Monday, July 04, 1977 | Page C12]
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From my file:
CA Death Index: WILKINSON GEORGE A 1904 07 04 MALE KS FRESNO 1977 07 03 545263622 73

Spouse: Luba Nikita Radinoff; married on 01 Aug 1942 in Carson City, Nevada
Known children: Ian Dean, Neil Ryck, Janet

Parents and siblings unknown

Kingsburg obit request: Jones family

eimbis — 12 May 2008 4:18:37 GMT

I'm seeking the obituaries of Clinton Frank Jones and his sister, Florence Audrey Jones.

Clinton Frank Jones: b. 12 Oct 1912; d. 10 Mar 1945; buried 13 Jan 1949.

Clinton died from wounds on Iwo Jima on 10 Mar 1945. He was a Marine. Note that his burial was 4 years after his death (I'm not sure why).

Florence Audrey Jones: b. 23 Nov 1923, d. 07 Jan 1946, buried 10 Jan 1946.

I heard from a relative that Florence's death was very tragic, but I have no other information.

Both are buried at the Kingsburg Cemetery.

Thanks for your help.

Bob Warren

Raymond Mitchell Obit look up

mitchtt106 — 4 May 2008 1:36:58 GMT

Need Raymond Mitchell birth March 1 1929 died March 1972 Fresno Calif wife Shirely my email is
mitchtt106@yahoo.com

Movie Theatre owned by Walter Houston Cree 1924-1926 in Fresno

Peachie57 — 1 May 2008 9:24:01 GMT

According to the California Registration List 1900-1968 Walter H. Cree was Theatre owner. 1924-1926 he was living at 1009 Forthcamp. His wife name was Goldie F. Baker Cree. Does anyone know the name of the theatres in that area.
Your help will be appreciated.

NEED Obit Jennie Vera Hill

leamitchell51 — 30 Apr 2008 5:10:39 GMT

Jennie Vera Hill of Tollhouse Rd/Street/etc.in Fresno died Sept.28,2007. Her obit was in the Fresno Bee around Oct.1,2007. I need all the info from her obit to find out if she is the person I am researching. Particularly interested in What her Maiden name and husband's name were. I know she was 92 and born Sept 15,1915. Please email me direct at dooshna@aol.com Thank you.

Raymond Mitchell Obit

mitchtt106 — 22 Apr 2008 11:43:53 GMT

Looking for a Obit of a Raymond Mitchell birth March 4 1929 from PA died March 1972 in Fresno Calif
mitchtt106@yahoo.com

oklahoma johnsons

stilwellone — 17 May 2003 7:26:33 GMT

I am looking for johnsons that have parents that came from oklahoma and related to Harrison or Ernest or Riley or Tom or Levi or any that knew them.

Eva Pira

BettyJones16 — 15 Apr 2008 5:19:40 GMT

Look for the daughter of Rudolfo and Ida Cocquio, The last time I heard she was live in Madera, that was in the 1950.
We were child-hood friends.
Maiden Name was Cavalla

Died 1876 stage accident, Miss Mary Porter of Kingsburg; also driver Mr. Nally

p8j8o8s8f8o — 12 Apr 2008 12:36:19 GMT

Abstracted from Bulletin of the California Central Coast Genealogical Society, Vol. 10, pg, 76, "Stereopticon" column, from "San Luis Obispo Tribune" issue 24 June 1876: Stage between Kingsburg, Fresno Co. and Grangeville, Tulare Co. overturned in irrigating canal or slough near Grangeville. Mr. Nally the driver and Mary Porter of Kingsburg were drowned; bodies not recovered.

obit - KIRKNER, Harry Clifford (1891-1958)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 10 Apr 2008 9:36:00 GMT

H. C. Kirkner Dies After Stroke
Harry Clifford Kirkner, 86, died last night after suffering a stroke in his home at 3504 East Nevada Avenue.
He was pronounced dead on arrival in the Fresno County General Hospital.
Kirkner was born in Tulare and had lived in Fresno most of his life. He had worked for the Roma Winery before his retirement. He survived by two sons, Armand, who is serving in the air force in Arkansas, and Robert of Fresno; three daughters, Mrs. Joyce Lafleur of Monterey, Mrs. Dorothy Proffitt of Fresno and Mrs. Betty Shubin of Kerman; a sister, Mrs. P. H. Block, of Eason; a brother, Roscoe, of Fresno, and seven grandchildren.
The funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the chapel of the Lisle Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Belmont Memorial Park.
[Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Friday, March 21, 1958 | Page 4 ]
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CADI: KIRKNER HARRY CLIFFORD 1891 12 03 FOWLER KIRKNER MALE CA FRESNO 1958 03 20 567011243 66

Spouse:

Girls friends

BettyJones16 — 10 Apr 2008 2:43:51 GMT

I am looking for two girls friends who live on Olive Ave and went to school at Jane Adams about 1938, 1940. Marilyn and Arlene Jensen, Father was Oscar, Mother Mary. The last time I saw them was in the 1950.
My maiden name was Cavalla.

Betty Cree, marriage Oakland Tribune March 14, 1931

Peachie57 — 1 Mar 2008 4:45:02 GMT

I am trying to find out if this Betty Cree is the daughter of Walter Houston Cree and Elizabeth Marchetti. Her age would be about right, list Betty Cree on 1930 census living with her father Walter Houston Cree age 17. List Betty Cree finishing high school at Pittsburg High School. Her wedding announcemet was posted in the Oakland Tribune. She is marrying Louis Joseph Soelha on April 6, 1931 at St. John's Cathedral church.
Your help will be appreciated.

Selma North Cemetery Request

CharlottePenn — 5 Mar 2008 4:11:52 GMT

Is there anyone that lives is Selma that would be willing to take a digital photo of a tombstone in the North Cemetery? The names are Jacob E. Whitson and Ellen Whitson located on block E, row 32, Space 19 & 20

Thanks
Charlotte

Wilkins-Yancey

Paducahdry — 21 Jul 2007 7:10:02 GMT

My second great grandfather, Leander Thomas Asa Wilburn Wilkins Yancey, had a sister, Mildred Leatha Yancey, she married William Parran Wilkins. They moved from Halifax County, VA to Fresno, CA. The moved in 1880's. They owned a grape orchard. I have more iformation and photo's.
Descendants of William Parran Wilkins

Generation No. 1

1. WILLIAM PARRAN5 WILKINS (WILLIAM AVERY4, JOHN3, THOMAS HENRY2, ROBERT1) was born 11 Nov 1841 in Redbank, Halifax Co., Va (Source: Records of Marcel Wilkins Moore.), and died 13 Jan 1924 in McCracken Co., KY. He married MILDRED LETHA PASSON YANCEY 02 Nov 1863 in Halifax Co., VA, daughter of JOHN YANCEY and LETITIA GRIFFIN. She was born Abt. 1838 in Mecklenburg Co., VA, and died in Mecklenburg Co., VA.

Notes for MILDRED LETHA PASSON YANCEY:
Also known as "Duck".

More About WILLIAM WILKINS and MILDRED YANCEY:
Marriage: 02 Nov 1863, Halifax Co., VA

Children of WILLIAM WILKINS and MILDRED YANCEY are:
i. THOMAS J.6 WILKINS, b. 19 Feb 1866.
ii. ROSA LEE WIKINS, b. 24 Aug 1867.
iii. WILLIAM ASA WILKINS, b. 08 Aug 1869.
iv. REUBEN FRANKLIN WILKINS, b. 27 Aug 1871.
v. ELIZABETH S. WILKINS, b. 04 Jul 1873.
vi. JOHN PARRANAN WILKINS, b. 17 Sep 1875.
vii. ANNA MARIE WILKINS, b. 23 Dec 1877.
viii. JAMES RICHARD WILKINS, b. 25 Feb 1880.
ix. MILDRED WILKINS, b. 03 Aug 1883.
x. LOTTIE PENDLETON WILKINS, b. 18 Dec 1887.

I would love to correspond with any of the above's descendants.

OBITUARY LOOK UP FRESNO CO. CA.

BLONDIETX — 9 Dec 2007 11:49:30 GMT

Edward M McElhenie , born July 13, 1919, died May 15, 2000, Fresno, Fresno County California, SSN # 384-05-5097.
Would some kind person in Fresno look up an obituary- or any information about this lost cousin for me ?
Thank you,
Dorris in Texas

Christiana (HARDY) BARNES died 6/4/1909 in Fresno. Need obit.

Revae — 10 Mar 2008 12:21:05 GMT

I am in need of obtaining an obituary for Christian (HARDY) BARNES born April 1827 PA, died in Fresno Co. June 4, 1909.
She was probably living with her dau., Mrs. P. B. Edwards.

She is rather a mystery, as 1900 CA census lists her husband, Francis J. BARNES living in Yolo Co. "widowed" and she listed in Fresno Co. "widowed, however, she is mentioned in his obituary of 1906. Presents some questions??

Hope someone can help. Thank you,

Revae

Viggo Jensen

CHolmesPhoto — 5 Mar 2008 8:30:32 GMT

We have a scenic painting featuring a farm house, barn and windmill signed by a Viggo Jensen. Do you know if the Viggo Jensen in your family was a painter? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Obituary Request: Vera May Gaudette d. 14 September 1997

EileenWilson001 — 22 Feb 2008 7:56:37 GMT

Would someone be able to check the local Fresno newspaper for an obituary for the above person?

Many thanks.

Obituary - JENNIE B. BATCHELDER -- 15 Jan 1982

lapaz — 25 Feb 2008 9:54:26 GMT

Jennie B. Batchelder
Graveside services for Jennie B. Batchelder, 89, of Fresno, will be held at 3 p.m. Friday in Belmont Memorial Park.
Mrs. Batchelder died Wednesday.
Born in Immigrant Gap, she moved to the San Joaquin Valley in 1945. She was a homemaker and a member of the Supreme Forest Woodman Circle.
Surviving are two daughters, Patricia Welch and Barbara Wagner, both of Fresno; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren
Lisle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Transcribed by Gene Hartman, Fresno Co. Volunteer
NOTE: Mrs. Batchelder's brother Ernest B. Smith, died 13 June 1968, Placerville CA

donald henley obit 1990

sweetness261431 — 21 Feb 2008 7:47:49 GMT

Need a obit for Donald Ray Henley
died 10-13-1990 thanks Cheryl

Obit on RIVINIUS, 2000

vhouli — 14 Feb 2008 7:28:48 GMT

Seeking obit on Pauline Mary RIVINIUS, Fresno Bee,1/19/2000. Thank you

Obituary - Name of Newspaper?

daviskj188 — 30 Dec 2007 3:45:48 GMT

Could anyone tell me the name of the possible newspaper that may have a couple obituaries regarding Thomas D DAVIS (b. 1869 Jefferson County, OH / d. 26 Jan 1947 Fresno County, California and his wife, Laura "Lottie"/"Lotta" (WESTLAKE) DAVIS (b. 1876 Belmont County, Ohio / d. 20 May 1929 Fresno County, California?

I believe their children are Earl D., Laura Jane (may have married a John Harold SIMERAL), and Helen E. DAVIS.

I realize the town name is necessary. Judging from the US Federal Census, he resided in Township 15 (1920) and Township 17 (1930). Would someone also be able to explain what township - town/city this may define?

Almshouse records

kevingeraghty — 12 Feb 2008 9:59:30 GMT

I am seeking information on Robert Newell who was listed in 1910 as a resident of Fresno Almshouse. His age was listed as 67. I would like to know what happened to him after that year. He does not appear in 1920 census. Any help would be appreciated.

Carol Miller

JulieCollins94 — 13 Feb 2008 5:54:17 GMT

Over the years we have lost contact with an aunt, Carol E. MILLER, born Dec. 21, 1923 in California to Edward A. and Florence (Coats) Miller. It is our belief that she never married and her last address was 3785 E. Weldon, Fresno. The reverse directory shows a different family at that address, today. How can I learn if she sold the house or if, at her death, it went to probate?
She is not listed in the CA Death Index, so I am hoping that she is still alive. Her only sibling, Benton Ellis MILLER was killed in 1947-48 Germany while serving in the Army Air Corps. We have been told that he was buried in Forest Lawn Cem. in L.A., but cannot find him there. Can you help me with this search?
Thank you in advance,
Julie Collins
Ca.

James and Eliza Murphy

MaryHansen524 — 10 Feb 2008 1:00:45 GMT

My great grandparents, James and Eliza Murphy lived in Fresno in the 1930's and 1940's. I am trying to find out where they are buried and when they died. I believe James died in the 30's, Mary died in the 40's. I think they might be buried in Chapel of the Light Cemetery. Can anyone tell me how to go about finding this info and where to look for an obituary?
Thank you,

Mary Hansen

Joseph Phillip Vincent, Elizabeth Jane Vincent obits needed

jodypl — 23 Oct 2007 2:03:29 GMT

Can someone tell me how I can get obits for:

Joseph Vincent d. 16 Nov 1910 Fresno

Elizabeth Jane (Vivian) Vincent d. 22 Jul 1933 Fresno

Thank you!

Death Certificate for Fanny Sparks Kelly

JamesWells24 — 28 Jan 2008 4:23:19 GMT

I am looking for a death certificate for Fanny Jane Sparks Kelly. She was born 1/17/1858-59 in Clay County Kentucky and died 1/28/1946. Her last know residence was in Fresno County, California.

James Edward Quine

Christine5120 — 24 Jan 2008 11:00:11 GMT

Am looking for in fo on Quine family this is my great grand father was born I believe in Canada his fathers name is Edward Quine belive his fater was born on Isle of Mann. Hoping that Bret Quine will contact me again because it appears to be a relation. Anyone with any info please contact me. Thank you Christine. Help with getting in touch with Brett Quine in Australia again

Bertha Baumbal, Coalinga, 1922

howsdens — 21 Jan 2008 11:40:51 GMT

Seeking the identity of my grandfather's aunt, "Mrs. J. Baumbal" or "Bertha Baumbal", reported to be living at 160 Lincoln Street, Coalinga, CA in November 1922. Have been unable to locate her via the 1910, 1920 or 1930 census. Family assumption is that she is related through my great grandmother, Myrtle Maud Campbell, born ca 1885, Michigan; died 1945, Santa Clara Co., Calif.

Any assistance would be appreciated!

Gaetz Family

sharonricketts39 — 12 Jan 2008 8:32:11 GMT

Looking for some helplocating this family.
Mrs. L. M.Gaetz was living in Fresno in 1955. Sorry I have no date and I know this is not much help but just maybe there are children still there.

Thank you for any help you can provide.
Sharon

Blair, Thomas

CarolynMontgomery402 — 16 Jan 2003 6:06:12 GMT

Looking for parents, siblings etc on the following family. Corrections and additions would be appreciated.
Descendants of Thomas Franklin Blair

Generation No. 1

1. THOMAS FRANKLIN2 BLAIR (JAMES1) was born 1832 in Pike Co MO, and died October 15, 1913 in Fresno, Fresno, CA. He married LUCY E. LAMOINE Abt. 1862. She was born Abt. 1840 in OH, and died March 21, 1891 in Fresno, Fresno, CA.

Children of THOMAS BLAIR and LUCY LAMOINE are:
2. i. FRANCIS SHERIDAN3 BLAIR, b. October 19, 1864, Sacramento, Sacramento CA; d. April 12, 1929, Fresno, Fresno, CA.

ii. POLLY BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872; m. J. A. BANKS.

iii. SARAH BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872; m. ?? HAMILTON.

iv. JAMES BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872.

v. SHERMAN BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872.

Generation No. 2

2. FRANCIS SHERIDAN3 BLAIR (THOMAS FRANKLIN2, JAMES1) was born October 19, 1864 in Sacramento, Sacramento CA, and died April 12, 1929 in Fresno, Fresno, CA. He married SUSANNAH R. RUTH February 02, 1896 in Fresno, Fresno, CA, daughter of SILAS RUTH and AMANDA MILLS. She was born March 20, 1869, and died September 11, 1914 in Hollister, Kings Co CA.

Children of FRANCIS BLAIR and SUSANNAH RUTH are:
3. i. TRUMAN F.4 BLAIR, b. May 05, 1905, Madera Co CA; d. December 18, 1990, Monterey Co CA.

ii. FRANCES BLAIR, b. Bet. 1896 - 1910, CA; m. ERNEST PEARSON.

iii. GENEVA BLAIR, b. Bet. 1896 - 1910, CA; m. JOSEPH LAMPKIN.

Generation No. 3

3. TRUMAN F.4 BLAIR (FRANCIS SHERIDAN3, THOMAS FRANKLIN2, JAMES1) was born May 05, 1905 in Madera Co CA, and died December 18, 1990 in Monterey Co CA. He married JUSTINE MARIE CHURCH September 17, 1927, daughter of HARRY CHURCH and ETHEL FULGHAM. She was born June 07, 1907 in Visalia, Tulare Co CA, and died October 25, 1998 in Sacramento, Sacramento CA.

Child of TRUMAN BLAIR and JUSTINE CHURCH is:

i. NORMAN THOMAS5 BLAIR

Philo M Behunin/Bohannon Family 1828-1891

yokymby — 27 Feb 2006 5:44:43 GMT

I am looking for descendants of Philo Marshall Behunin (sometimes found as Bohannon) and Martha Jane Rawles.
Philo Marshall was born 6 Feb 1828 in New York or Pennsylvania and died 30 Dec 1891 in Fresno, Fresno County, California.
Martha Jane Rawles, was born 23 April 1852 in Missouri and died on May 9, 1938 in Fresno, Fresno County, California. They married 17 May 1868 in Rockland, Placer County, California. She married an Alexander Tickle after the death of Philo.
Philo Marshall Behunin was a building contractor who constructed the Kutner and Goldstein Building in Fresno.

Philo and Martha had 8 children, 1 son and 7 daughters:
#1 - William Henry Behunin b: 30 April 1869.
#2 - Lucy Jane Behunin b: 1 Sep 1871 in Rocklin, Placer County, California and died 26 Aug 1911 in Fresno, Fresno County, California. Lucy married a James W. Sims in Fresno County, California on 13 May 1891.
#3 - Mary Caroline Behunin b: 3 Sep 1875 in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California and died Jun 1973 in Ventura County, California. Mary married a G. W. King in Fresno County, California 18 April 1893. She also married a Fix.
#4 - Cora Edna Behunin b: 24 Jun 1878 in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, no death date.
#5 - Ruby Ellen Behunin b: 3 Feb 1881 in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, no death date. Ruby married a Fink.
#6 - May Belle (Mabel) Behunin b: 28 Sep 1882 in San Francisco, San Francisco County, California, no death date. May Belle married a Quine.
#7 - Sarah Elizabeth Behunin b: 25 Nov 1886, no death date. Sarah married a Kincheloe.
#8 - Lulu Grace Behunin b: 4 Sep 1889, no death.
I would love to hear from anyone who might have info on this family and their descendants. You can contact me here or email me at digginupmypast@yahoo.com.
Thanks,
Kimberly

Clements & Riker Chapel, Fresno?

sharolyn — 17 Jan 2008 11:13:55 GMT

I have a couple old obits listing "Clements & Riker Chapel" conducting funeral services. (1934)

Can someone tell me if these people are still in business in Fresno? Or, is this business now owned by someone else?

Thanks

MARGIE JUNE CALAWAY( ADAMS, PICO)

EUNITY — 11 Jan 2008 4:09:00 GMT

looking for my aunt obit she died in fresno co date unknown she married a man last named Pico marrage # 3 may have be buied by the nane of Adams or calaway she she may have been be buried by the zoo in fresno she has a grand glass repair shop in frenso any info would be help full

MARGIE JUNE CALAWAY( ADAMS, PICO)

EUNITY — 11 Jan 2008 4:08:52 GMT

Mae Abrahamson Burgeson

CarolVaughan55 — 8 Jul 2001 11:14:54 GMT

I am looking for anyone who might be related to my paternal grandmother's family. Her name was Mae Abrahamson Burgeson. She lived in Kingsburg from 1919 until her death in 1971. She was born in Wilcox, NE in 1891. Her parents' names were John Abrahamson and Mathilda Nelson. Mathilda had brothers and sisters that also lived in Kingsburg named Nelson, but our family has lost touch with that branch. We have also lost touch with the Abrahamson branch. Both families were originally from Nebraska, before that, Illinois, and a generation before that, Sweden.

Genealogy Seminar

janelletp68 — 7 Jan 2008 11:12:32 GMT

The San Luis Obispo County Genealogical Society is sponsoring an all-day seminar—“Tracing Your Family Tree, Digital, DNA, and Traditional Sources.” It will be held on Saturday, February 2, at the Veteran’s Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. Nationally known speakers, Dick Eastman, Geoff Rasmussen, and Max Blankfeld will be presenting topics for beginners as well as experienced researchers. To reserve a syllabus, register prior to January 18th, 2008. For more information and registration http://kcbx.net/~slogen/ or call 473-4963. Walk-in registration welcomed.

Looking for information/obituary or death record for Robert Trumbo

trumbo2 — 16 Dec 2007 4:36:23 GMT

I am trying to find obituary or burial information on Robert A. Trumbo and his wife Julia. Robert was born Oct 13, 1867 in Massac County, Illinois. He married Julia Parker. This family moved to Fresno County between 1910 and 1920. I believe he died about 1929. I have found his family in Fresno, Alameda, and Santa Clara Counties. His wife Julia Ann (Parker) Trumbo died Mar 21, 1959 in Fresno County. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

According to Heritage quest:
1920 Census, Fresno County, CA 5-twp, Jan 19 & 20, T625 Roll 97 pg 78
Trumbo, R.A. 52 md IL TN OH farmer own free
Julia 52 md IL IL OH
Tressa dau 16 s IL IL IL
Leonard son 13 s IL IL IL
Helen dau 10 s IL IL IL

Thank you,
Donald Trumbo
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Searching for Obituary Please

NascarfanN — 6 Jan 2008 10:03:00 GMT

I would appreciate someone finding me an obituary on GEORGE WASHINGTON DOWDA who died 25 May 1940 in Fresno.
Thanks for any assistance.

Jerry Ryan (1836-1909) and Catherine Neary Ryan (1841-1906)

k8ren — 5 Jan 2008 5:05:18 GMT

I have some papers for the Ryan family, early settlers of Fresno. Hope this helps someone.

Jeremiah Ryan was born in Ireland in 1836, ex-confederate soldier from Texas, moved to Fresno in 1873. The notes state that he married Catherine Neary in Texas prior to the Civil War although the birthdates of the children are somewhat later.

Jerry and Kate had 10 children:
Johanna b. 1873, died infancy
Peter, died 1897
William H. died 1918
Jerry Ryan Jr.
Morris
Charles
Louis Florian Ryan, b. Fresno, 1882, d. Fresno 1947 married Lilian Kane of Carlin Nevada, had 2 children, Mary Laurentia (b. 1908, d. 1992, no descendants) and Louis K.
Mrs. M. Y. Hinkle of San Francisco (Aunt Jo, the beauty, cocktail created for her at the Waldorf Astoria when she visited NY c. 1895)
Mrs. E (? might be Z or L) W. Gradner of San Francisco

From someone's genealogy notes: "The beginning of Fresno, May 10, 1872. The Central Pacific Railroad formally located the town of Fresno. The earliest religious service in what is now Fresno is dated Oct 21, 1873. It is the Baptismal entry of Johanna Ryan, daughter of Jerry Ryan and hs wife, Kate Neary Ryan. "

The following sounds like an obituary: "Jerry Ryan, ex-confederate soldier, railroad and hotel man, came to this city 35 years ago from Texas where he settled soon after coming to this country from Ireland. Born in Ireland August 15, 1836, 73 years ago and settled in Houston Texas where he was married just prior to the Civil War. Serving with Seventh Texas Cavalry of Rangers, captured at Shiloh. After the war, moved to Oregon. later in 1873 he came to Fresno. Ryan was first section foreman for the Southern Pacific in this locality and by his industry and shrewdness soon accumulated enough money to start him in the hotel business. Was very successful in this, made such wise investments in real estate that he became one of Fresno's wealthiest citizens."

Taken from a possible obituary: "Mrs. Catherine Ryan died March 15, 1906, about age 65 when she died. She was the mother of ten children, firstborn died in infancy, another, Peter died 9 years ago (1897?) and other children still living: William H. Ryan, Jerry Ryan Jr., Morris Ryan, Charles Ryan, and Louis Ryan, all of Fresno, Mrs. M. Y. Hinkle (Josephine?) and Mrs. E. (? could be Z or L) W. Gradner of San Francisco.

Letter from Grace Ryan, providing info from Sutro Library in San Francisco about the Irish immigration of the Ryan family:
"On April 17, 1847, the Undine sailed from Limerick to NY. Among the passengers were: John Ryan, 32, farmer, Mary Ryan, 30, spouse, Jeremiah, 12, Bridget, 10, John, 5, and Honora, infant." On a recent trip to Ireland, Grace had learned that the Ryans originally settled in Cork, then moved north to Tipperary.

Jeremiah was in the Confederate Army and may have had a son, Jeremiah Jr, known as Dutch.

HANS HANSEN

erick233 — 25 Dec 2007 10:32:30 GMT

1920 census Hansen, Fresno, California, unmarried male
California Death Index 1925: Hans Hansen who died in Fresno County on 12/29/1925 at age 80.
LOOKING FOR INFORMATION OR FAMILY OF>

obit - BOGDANOV, Nickolie Alexander (1963-2002)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 27 Dec 2007 6:50:25 GMT

BOGDANOV, NICK,Graveside services for Nick Bogdanov, 38, of Kerman will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Russian Molokan Cemetery. Mr. Bogdanov, a farm manager, died Friday. Arrangements are under the direction of Yost & Webb Funeral Home.

Fresno Bee, The (CA)
Date: May 12, 2002
Edition: FINAL
Page: B8
====================
From my file:
SSDI: NICK A BOGDANOV 26 Jul 1963 10 May 2002 (P) (72) (none specified) 563-63-0287 California

Spouse: Lorin Elaine Klistoff; married on 28 Apr 1991 in Fresno County, CA
Known children: Unknown

Parents: Alexander Matthew Bogdanov (1932-1988) and Lydia Nicholas Shapochnikoff (abt 1937 - )
Known children: William, Vera, Alexander, Nickolie, and Tania

NICHOLS

shirleyvinsand — 17 Jul 2001 11:55:50 GMT

Looking for family members of Samuel Blanchard his children were Mrs L.R CRAWFORD,Mrs T.J.HUGHES, and Mrs M.E. Nichols of Clovis Fresno Co California, Samuels wife was Samantha Ella Bonham and he married her in 1871

Moore, David Larkin

jimMoore60 — 16 Dec 2007 7:05:13 GMT

I have been researching this Moore family for several years and am interested in making contact with descendants of David Larkin Moore. He is the son of Joseph Thomas Moore and Sarah Ann White. Being born in Webster Co. Mo in 1869 migrating to Tulare Co. Calif. about 1910 - dying in Fresno Co., Calif., 1942. Spouse, Sarah Lou Hannah with many issue. We have lots of information photos/docs to share with willing party.

Genealogy Seminar

janelletp68 — 12 Dec 2007 1:19:55 GMT

February 2-- San Luis Obispo County Genealogical Society Seminar. “Tracing Your Family Tree with Digital, DNA, and Traditional Sources.” Dick Eastman, Geoff Rasmussen, and Max Blankfel will be the featured speakers. For registration and details http://kcbx.net/~slogen or call Caffi Cohen at 805-473-4963.

Obituary Lookup- Carl CARDELL- d. 7 May 2001

g_ebbes — 9 Dec 2007 8:48:22 GMT

Hi Everyone!

Could somebody please lookup the following obituary for me?

Carl CARDELL
b. 17 Jun 1912, Wichita, KS
d. 7 May 2001, Fresno, CA

Thanks so much!

-Grant

Carlos Foster/Pinedale Area/1982

PatriciaDeVoe70 — 24 Mar 2002 7:01:34 GMT

Looking for: Carlos Foster, was living in Pinedale,CA in 1982. Manuel Foster was Carlos's father. John(Juan Francisco Martinez Foster) was Manuels' brother. Would like to re-connect with Carlos if possible. Manuel and John also had a brother named Charles. Robert Foster was my ggrandfather, born in Old Messilla, NM. abt.1862 died abt.1938. There was also a sister, Idella Foster(1st.husband was a Gutierrez,2nd.?). Idella was living in McNary,AZ at the time of Roberts death and was later killed in auto accident in NM. Estefana(Baca Martinez), Roberts' wife died in Alamogordo,NM in 1985 at 109yrs. I have bits/pieces of this family...can you fill up the gaps? Please respond...(*>*)pd

George "Joe" Kennedy

detroitsdollie — 14 May 2006 12:17:00 GMT

Seeking information on George"Joe" Kennedy who married Leona Ruth Jackson(former married name Goodrich).
They lived for many years in Santa Monica California where he was a chef. Leona died in Fresno(we have all of her information) but we don't know if George died there also. His birthdate would have been about 1890-1900.
Thank you

Albert Wayne Jackson

tigerlilysmama — 8 Nov 2007 6:44:51 GMT

Need the last name of Albert Wayne Jackson's wife Loretta.
They married between 1944 & 1947 in Fresno County,California.
Thank you

family of Paul Stanley Lopp and Thayl?? H. Ferguson

muller1938 — 4 Nov 2007 3:49:02 GMT

Seeking information on the family of Paul Stanley Lopp and Thayl?? H. Ferguson and their children in Kern Co., Calif.; in Lane Co., OR; and in Fresno Co., Calif. For details on the children of Paul and Thayl??, see below:

Willing to share information..

Descendants of Paul Stanley Lopp

Generation No. 1

1. Paul Stanley3 Lopp (Samuel Alexander2, Samuel A.1)1,2,3 was born Aug 24, 1904 in PA4,5, and died May 07, 1977 in Taft, Kern Co., CA6,7. He married Thayl H. Ferguson8, daughter of John Ferguson and Minnie Harvey. She was born Jul 31, 1907 in MO, and died Jun 06, 1995 in Kern Co., CA.

More About Paul Stanley Lopp:
Occupation: 1930, Oil pumper

Notes for Thayl H. Ferguson:
Could not identify in the census.

Children of Paul Lopp and Thayl Ferguson are:
2 i. Lloyd Donald4 Lopp8, born Jun 19, 1923 in MO9; died Feb 24, 1995 in Cottage Grove, Lane Co., OR9.

Notes for Lloyd Donald Lopp:
Not married in 1942 when he entered the U.S. Army. Did he ever marry?
Military service: Aft. 1942, U.S. Army
Social Security Number: 561-28-1960

3 ii. Stanley Lopp10, born Dec 07, 1924 in San Bernardino Co., CA11; died Sep 1983 in CA11. He married Janelle M. Worrell12 Jul 07, 1961 in Orange Co., Calif.12; born Feb 10, 1920 in NEB; died Feb 18, 1990 in Fresno Co., Calif..

More About Stanley Lopp:
Military service: Aft. 1942, U.S. Army
Social Security Number: 562-26-1825

More About Janelle M. Worrell:
Social Security Number: 506-16-9976
What were the names of Janelle’s parents?

More About Stanley Lopp and Janelle Worrell:
Marriage: Jul 07, 1961, Orange Co., Calif.12

4 iii. Lelia M. Lopp13, born Abt. 1927 in CA.
Who did Lelia marry?
When and where did Lelia die?

Endnotes

1. U.S. Census, 1910 for Bradys Bend, Armstrong Co., PA (ED 7, p. 1A), "Electronic."
2. U.S. Census, 1920 for Bradys Bend, Armstrong Co., PA (Ed 9, p. 11B), "Electronic."
3. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."
4. CALIFORNIA DEATH INDEX, 1940-1997, "Electronic."
5. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
6. CALIFORNIA DEATH INDEX, 1940-1997, "Electronic."
7. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
8. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."
9. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
10. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."
11. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
12. CALIFORNIA MARRIAGE INDEX, 1960-1985, "Electronic."
13. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."