Noble - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Henry Harkless died of mushroom poisoning

thwoods52 — 2 Nov 2008 4:10:16 GMT

I haven't posted for a long time, but I wanted to reconnect with some of you with whom I've lost contact.

I am descended from Samuel and Amelia Harkless shown in Madison Twp., Clarion County, in the 1860 census. At that time they had offspring living with them: Amelia C. (9), Henry (20), Oliver (14), and Sarah J. (17).

Henry was my great grandfather - and he died in Mercer County in 1869 from eating poison mushrooms. His wife, Susan Soliday Harkless, was pregnant with my grandfather at that time. She lost her husband and 2 little girls to the mushrooms, Anna and Laura. An older brother, George, survived and later married Margaret (I think Parks). Susan Soliday Harkless later married Danny Davis and had additional family.

My father was Ray Harkless, deceased in 2003. I've not had the heart to pursue the family history much since his passing, but feel free to email me if any of this sounds familiar. theresaharklesswoods@yahoo.com

CLARK,WYLAND,ABRAMS,NEIKIRK,KLICK,

Troy Reed — 2 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

John C. Reed came to Noble Co. IN. 1850 am looking for descendants with these names. Any and all replys will be answered.

Anspach/ Zartman

MKB — 24 Apr 2003 2:22:54 GMT

David Anspach and his wife Sarah Zartman/ Anspach lived and died in Whitley, Nobel Co., Indiana
David died Aug 1875 and Sarah died March 3, 1867
Would love to contact family ..
Find the name of the cemetery where they are
And obtain obituaries for them..
Thanks to surgery , I am not able to travel this year or would go look down in Indiana myself.
From Kazoo , Mi
Marsha

Fenstermacher/ Hummel marriage in Nobel Co

MKB — 1 Oct 2003 1:18:31 GMT

Could some one do a look up for me
Philip Fenstermacher and Doris Hummel married 1938
Nobel Co
Also according to a site I found some time ago , and now can't find. There were other Hummel
in the area. I have no way of knowing if they are related to my Aunt.
Both she and my Uncle passed away years ago 1984 and 1991

Harker, Harger or Harriger family in Wayne Twp, Noble County abt 1870??

shaslam100 — 17 Aug 2008 11:32:32 GMT

I am searching for any help with the Harker, Harger or Harriger family (there are many spellings) that seems to have been in or near the Wayne Township, Noble County area around 1870. The father was Fredrick..but may also have had the name of Christian or John (I cannot figure this part out) and was born in Germany. The mother was Sophia Elizabeth Uhl and was born in Ohio but was of German descent. I cannot find the family in the 1860 census. The 1870 census shows some of the children being born in Indiana starting in about 1860...but I am not sure if that was in Noble County (I assume so).

By the 1880 census, in Wayne Township, the family seems to be destroyed and I am confused (the last name is spelled Hoeriger in this census). Elisabeth is listed as a widow and is living with only 2 of her children. A couple of them would have been old enough to have been married, but not all of them. In the 1900 census, the mother is living with one of the children, Edith - who married John Collier (Edith may also have had the name Loueda?)...and this census shows that the mother had 10 children but only 5 were still living.

Can anyone tell me if there was an epidemic that went through Wayne Township just prior to 1880? Can anyone provide any insight into this family? It appears that some of them ultimately went to Michigan but some seemed to have stayed in the area according to some of the Indiana records that are online. I am not a direct relative to this family...I connect through Sophia Uhl...but I would like to try to figure out what happened. I would appreciate any help at all. Thank you so much!

HARKLESS, WILLIAM CIVIL WAR SOLDIER

emoorepho — 20 Jun 2008 12:56:33 GMT

Hello Everyone,

I have an ancestor, WILLIAM HARKLESS (JR) b. 1824 OH d. 1885 probably in Albion Twp., NOBLE CO, IN. In the 1880 ALBION TWP, NOBLE CO, IN census, William Harkless is shown with wife, BARBARA BRADLEY HARKLESS, b. 1828 d.? and three of his eight children. He was an Indiana Civil War soldier. His grandfather, CHARLES HARKLESS, was a Rev. War soldier. Does anyone know where this William Harkless might be buried? Does anyone know of any Harkless's in the area?
Thanks so much!
Eilene Harkless Moore

STEWART FAMILY

Lorrey Calderin — 6 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I'm researching my STEWART family in Noble County, IN. Henry STEWART was living in York, Noble County in 1840. He married Susannah BOWMAN. In 1850 & 1860 they were living in Washington, Noble County. Adam Daniel was born here in 1853. After 1860, they moved to Carroll County, MO. Henry's father was Isaac STEWART from Starke County, Ohio.
Any help would be appreciated.

Connection?

melody81456 — 10 May 2008 7:29:32 GMT

In the 1870 Federal Census for Noble County, IN, there is a listing for an Edward Spence, aged 12. He was living in Wayne Township. The annotation for the census is 335b-233.

I am interested in finding out if he is related to my husband's family.

Thank you in advance.

Connection?

melody81456 — 10 May 2008 7:27:19 GMT

I am trying to find out if Thomas Spence, who lived in Jefferson Township, Noble County, is related to my husband's family. He died of typhoid fever. His obituary was in the New Era on 17 January 1878.

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Walkers in Noble Co., IN

edwins530 — 18 Feb 2004 7:42:37 GMT

In the 1850's Henry Walker, Israel Walker and Elvina Walker Hoffman, children of Christopher Walker, settled in Noble County.

Henry Walker and Catharine Davis Walker had at least three children: George Washington Walker, Nehemiah Walker and Celia Walker Pelton.

Israel WAlker and Sarah Gantz Walker had at least seven children: Alice Walker Rule, Cornelia Walker, Mary Walker Marshall, George Walker, Sarah Walker, John Walker and Charles W. Walker. Charles W. Walker had a daughter, Ruth Walker Dove. Ruth possibly had a son Bob Dove.

Elvina Walker Hoffman and husband John Hoffman had nine children: James, Emma, Mary, John, George W., Allen C., Jennie, William and Lucy.

Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated.

Charlie,and mary Bond Walker.

RoyChadwick27 — 13 Mar 2008 12:42:49 GMT

Hi all,
Looking for anyone with a connection to my Gaunt Mary J Bond Walker brn abt 1877 Ky,died Noble Co IN,married Charles Charlie Walker.Mary's parents were Allen Bond brn abt 1850 AR(Native American),and Sarah Wilson brn abt 1850 KY. My Gmother Nancy Manerva Bond Chadwick brn abt 1868 KY was the sister to Mary J Walker.
Mary had other siblings, Alice A Bond Harrison brn abt 1875 Ky,died Bell Co KY, George W Bond brn abt 1880 Campbell Co TN,died either Cin Ohio or Pontiac MI.
Any info would be appreciated.
Roy Chadwick.

CHARLES F. HESS

lora1957 — 16 Oct 2002 1:37:44 GMT

Armstrong

celsea1 — 29 Feb 2008 3:13:01 GMT

I'm looking for information on Samuel Armstrong from Ireland, born about 1794, possibly left Ireland at age 11, but maybe not since his son John may have been born there. We have John married to an Elizabeth Godseau. Samuel's wife is also an Elizabeth born 1799 but we think he met her in Canada. OUr relatives come from New Brunswick.

old pictures from Ligonier photography studio

colbran9498 — 8 Feb 2008 5:50:15 GMT

Does anyone have any idea how to have pictures identified from a studio in Ligonier? Most of these pictures are from H. R. Cornell, Ligonier, Indiana. Some from A. C. Engle in Pierceton, Indiaia, the Premium Gallery in Huntington, Indiana W.W. Robbins photographer, Frank's Place Photographyer (?) in Warsaw, Indiana and Cornell & Bothwell Photographers in Ligonier....HELP!

WILL: Christopher DIEHM / DEHM died 29 Nov 1869

Karen58coffeebean — 24 Jun 2001 3:25:30 GMT

Last Will and Testament of John Christopher Dehm, decd

In the name of the Bountiful Benefactor J.J. Christopher Dehm, of Allen Township, Noble County and State of Indiana, do publish this my last will and testament.

Item 1st: To my wife Christena Dehm I will one third of all my real and personal property, of every description, for her benefit during her natural life time.

Item 2nd: To Catherine Wimer, I will five dollars in money, to be paid as soon after my decease as my funeral expenses are paid

Item 3rd: To my sons Michael Dehm and Peter Dehm, each one-fifth of all the remaining two thirds of my personal and real property.

Item 4th: To my daughters Appalona, Christena Bowman and
Lena Hess, each one fifth of all the remaining two-thirds of my real and personal property.

Item 5th: And at the decease of my wife Christena, all my Real and personal shall be divided equal among my sons amd daughters,Michael Diehm, Peter Dehm, Appalona Miller, Christena Bowman and Lena Hess.

Item 6th: I hereby revocate all former wills by me made,
Signed and sealed the 2nd day of March 1857.
And I appoint Michael Dehm and George Hess my Executors.

John Christopher (X) Dehm

Found in book #1, pages 323 & 324 of the Record of Wills of
Noble County, Indiana.
- transcribed by Karen Borton

Thwaits / Twaits, Garber, Kaylor, Dausman, Hollar, Silveus families of Noble Co

thwaits1 — 1 Nov 2005 9:21:42 GMT

I'm looking for information on any Thwaits / Thwaits families in Indiana and Ohio. Many of the family lived (and lives) in Noble Co. James Edward and Lydia Ann (Carter) Thwaits' children were Robert, who married Edna Parker' Verla, who married Orville Silveus; Hazel, who married Thomas Kaylor; Hulda Jane, who married Leroy Silveus; Rilla, who married Samuel Hollar; Elmer, who married Jessie Silveus; and Clara, who married Samuel Dausman.

Rose Twaits, who married Samuel Garber, was the sister of James Edward.

There are many more Thwaits family lines that I'm interested in, but James Edward was my husband's greatfather, and I'm really interested in anyone in any of the families listed above. All help is appreciated.

Stefanski, Konger,Kostielney,Jankowski, Rody, etc

jjj1hoppe — 3 Mar 2005 12:40:53 GMT

Researching the following surnames from Noble Co., Stefanski, Konger, Jankowski,Rody, Schlosser, Kostielney, and Johnson.
A Frank Stefanski (1846-1936) married a Mary Konger in 1877. Her father a Frank and mother a Antonia Polaski.
They settled in Green Township.

Hezakiah Hanna

03Cheryl — 3 Feb 2008 4:51:34 GMT

Thrying to find information on Hezakiah Hanna and his wife Mary Rose Burman married 31May1838 in Ohio. Thanks
Cheryl Kirkpatrick

Cosperville Cemetery

@@tonyceejr@yahoo.com — 17 Sep 2005 3:34:11 GMT

Does anyone have access to the Cosperville cemetery? I am looking for some information in addition to the indexed information available on line. Specifically interested in dates note previously recorded and possible photos of grave stones.
please contact me directly

Amos Gill Marriage

vickih20317 — 11 Jun 2007 7:45:07 GMT

I am looking for info on a marriage the groom was from York, Noble County, Indiana his name is Amos Gill born abt 1851 parents Abraham Gill and Mary McDaniel, the wife was Mary ?. I can't find it listed anywhere. If you have info on the brides maiden name could you please contact me?

SCHLOTTERBACK

Rosemary Braun — 15 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Researching SCHLOTTERBACK in Noble Co.,IN., migrated from Pennsylvania in early 1800's.

Land records.

R. Vosburg — 1 Sep 2006 4:58:26 GMT

My messages to Judy bounce so I will post here. I am seeking someone to check grantor/grantee indexes for Noble Co. Indiana. and to copy results for me. I am seeking any info re. Zelophehead Owen & his son, Ira Owen. Zelophehead Owen does not appear on an Indiana census but family lore states that he purchased land there in 1848 and deeded to his children. By census, Ira Owen was living in Orange twp. Noble Co. Ind. in 1860. Ira and family were back in Williams Co. Ohio at the time of the 1870 census.

Willing to pay research fees, copy fees, mileage, postage for any info., I need proof that Zelophehead Owen was the parent of Ira Owen. Please contact me as I need only one searcher. Thanks, Rose

Children of Enos RANDALL and Mary ANGLEMYER (Angelmeyer)

fhewston — 14 Sep 2005 5:08:13 GMT

The Noble Co marriage records have at least 3 daughters for Enos and Mary (Anglemyer) RANDALL (Randol) born between 1863 and 1876.
Elizabeth RANDALL (or RANDOL) born abt 1863 wed Sylvester BLANCHARD 10 Aug 1887 (their daughter Nettie C. BLANCHARD weds Lenard PRICE about 1910)
Charlotte RANDALL born abt 1871 wed Winfield Scott De PEW on 23 Nov 1890
Ida May RANDALL , born abt 1876, was the second wife of JONAS M. HUTCHINS when they wed on 22 Dec 1895.
I also found in Noble Co the marriage records for the children of Ida (Randall) and Jonas Hutchins:
Wava B. Hutchins wed Charles R. GREEN on 27 Dec 1916
and Audrey S. Hutchins wed Fred C. ZIMMERMAN on 7 Aug 1919.
Trying to find other records of Enos BLANCHARD and Mary ANGLEMYER as well as of
Sylvester BLANCHARD whose parents were Johnson BLANCHARD and Betsy COSMAN according to the marriage records of Noble Co.

Obit for Vanette Family

SamuelPoor — 2 Nov 2007 2:43:40 GMT

Looking for the obit for Mable E. Vanette. She died the 13 of August 1998 in Noble County, Indiana and thank you for taking the time to read this query.

Huge favor needed on Lookup in Noble Co for POTTS

sharon_corcoran — 25 Oct 2007 11:52:39 GMT

hello Noble Co. researchers.
I am trying to take a theory and turn it into fact. My Benjamin Potts born in 1774 PA, and lived in Jefferson twp, Noble Co. IN from about 1838 up to his death in 1854. I am looking for any documentation which would have his middle name as Stephen or perhaps even a "S". I already know that he was noted as a nephew to Isaac Potts of PA, and that grandchildren of Isaac's had also lived within Noble Co.(still looking for their names as well.)I am trying to connect a John Potts Jr, as Benjamin's father. John Jr also born in PA in 1738, had fled to Canada during the Revolutionary war and was known as a Tory, british loyalist. Benjamin's son John Potts, who also lived and died in Noble Co. was born in Canada, which makes me believe that I am on the right track. HELP would be appreciated.
Thank you
Sharon Corcoran of Buchanan Co. Iowa

Heltzel

David Conklin — 16 Feb 2005 1:10:34 GMT

I am trying to find this surname

Boszor/Schenher Families

MYekulis — 17 Oct 2007 3:37:42 GMT

I'm trying to locate some information on the Boszor and Schenher families (both I have been told were from Noble County, Indiana). I've received some information on the Schenher family, but more is always welcome. My grandfather is Keith Schenher and his parents were Edmund Schenher and Hilda Boszor. Her parents were George Boszor and Harriet Ihrie. Now, when I had put that information into my tree, I received about five generations back on Harriet's side of the family. I'm a little bit stuck on George Boszor's family information though. I have him listed as living from 1872-1955 if this helps. Any information is greatly appreciated!!

Busz in Noble County

Kay Busz — 8 Jan 2002 7:43:32 GMT

I am researching my husband's family BUSZ that immegrated from Switzerland to Noble Co. I believe they were in and around Noble Township. I have a brickwall on JESSE CLEVELAND BUSZ, my husband's grandfather, we lost touch with him and only know he died presumably in Noble Co., Ind. 1947-1949. Any info regarding this family would be appreciated.k busz

Hile family in Noble County

THURTELL — 18 Feb 2002 2:02:48 GMT

I'm researching the descendants of Joseph Raver Hile and Harriet Tucker Bowen Hile in Noble County, IN. Their children included Jeremiah Bowen Hile (1835-1912), Susan Bowen Hile (1839-1925) who married Reuben Huff, Isaiah Bacon Hile, Joseph Raver Hile Jr (1843-1871) who married Elizabeth Jerraid, Jacob Kramer Hile (1844-1905) who married Amanda Jerraid, Anna Elizabeth Hile (1846-1908) who married Walter Lewis, Martin V Hile (1846-1856), Hiram Hile, William Bowen Hile (1850-1926) who married Alice Lewis, Oliver McWilliams Hile, Lucius Henry Cary Fitch Hile (1854-1918) who married Marth McCloughan or McClougham, Julian H Hile, and Abijah Malington Hile (1858-1929) who married Hattie Lewis.

I'm also researching the children of Ezekiel Fulmer Hile. His son Emanuel Fulmer Hile (b 1869) married Anna Edsall. His son Joseph Peter Hile (b 1864) married Mina Edsall.

I'm also researching the family of Ralph Paul Wright (1890-1967) who was a farmer in Wolf Lake, Noble County, IN, and who married Gola May Hile, a daughter of Lucius Henry Carey Fitch Hile.

I would like to exchange info with other researchers.

William Stoops, born 1802, lived in Noble County, IN

teenk — 26 Jul 2007 3:32:19 GMT

I'm looking for information on the ancestors of my gggrandfather, William Stoops, who was born in 1802 in Maryland, moved to Ohio, and then went on to Noble County, IN in about 1850, living there until his death in 1881. He married Amelia Startzman and they had several children.

Thank you very much for any help you may be able to give me. George Stoops

Murphy, Ollie

kitybuttons — 17 Aug 2006 3:28:55 GMT

I am looking for Ollie Murphy, a friend of my grandparents, Herbert A. and Cecil G. (Musser) Wolf. I don't know if he is related, but can remember my grandmother taking me to visit him at the Noble County "Poor" Farm just east of Albion, IN. It was located on the first road north off of the old Half-way Pavement, now known as the Albion Road, when going west out of Albion. Very interested in any information that I might receive. I am unable to get Ollie out of my mind, so I guess I am supposed to reasearch him. Will share what I know regarding the surnames listed. Thanks. Becky

DEATH INFORMATION FOR AMANDA AND JOHN A KLEIN

03Cheryl — 11 Jul 2007 7:51:17 GMT

I am looking for death informaion for John A. amd Amanda(Strawser)Klein. They were living in Noble Co. in the 1930's. I believe Amanda died in the 40's but nothing on John. Hope to hear. Cheryl Kirkpatrick
E-mail address.
cherann03@embarqmail.com

Bender and Lane families in Noble County

NWB — 5 Aug 2007 12:19:21 GMT

I am researching the surnames of Bender, Lane and Cress in the counties of Elkhart, Noble and LaGrange from the mid 1800's to the mid to late 1900's. I would love to share information with anyone researching these lines.

GRIMES

pbogel — 25 Jul 2007 12:14:50 GMT

Pam, I note that you located some records of the Sonday Funeral Home.

I am looking for information on my John Grimes, died 21 October 1912 and his wife, Susannah Grimes, died 9 November 1911.

Could you help me the next time you are at the library? Thanks.

Patricia

William Stoops, born 1802

teenk — 26 Jul 2007 3:27:42 GMT

I'm looking for information on the ancestors of my gggrandfather, William Stoops, born in Maryland in 1802, lived for some years in Ohio, and then in about 1850 moved to Noble County where he lived until his death in 1881. He was married to Amelia Startzman and they had several children. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much. George Stoops

William Stoops, born 1802,

teenk — 26 Jul 2007 3:33:00 GMT

Can anyone help me solve this puzzle?

PamLandon — 22 Jul 2007 9:31:29 GMT

Can anyone help me solve this puzzle? I have a death certificate that states Harvey Smart died in Noble Twp, Noble Co. IN on 11/16/1931. The funeral home was F.M Souday and the place of burial was Red Creek. The Noble Co. Health Dept had no records of a cemetary in Noble Co. by the name of Red Creek. Does anyone know where this place is or how to find the records for F.M. Souday Funeral Home? Any help would be appreciated.

Pam Landon

David & Henry Osborn, Orange, Noble Co, 1880 census

GloriaHall72 — 5 Sep 2006 11:44:32 GMT

Noble County Farm

MorganCole34 — 7 Jun 2007 5:21:26 GMT

Does anyone know where I could get info on Anna (Cheer) Bishop, who died at the Farm on June 25, 1949? According to what i was told, Noble County Farm was like a nursing home.

Need an obituary, please?

MargeCounterman75 — 6 Jun 2007 11:33:44 GMT

Need an obit for Vayne E. VanBuskirk who was born 24 Jun 1907 and died in Kendallvile 276 Jul 2001. Also an obit for his wife Kathryn June VanBuskirk. She was born 31 Jan 1924 and died in Kendallville 28 Jun 2005. Thank you very much.

RYLAND, BOND, APPLETON, MYERS

Bobby Dobbins Title — 9 May 1998 12:00:00 GMT

James RYLAND and his wife, Charlotte BOND RYLAND, moved to Allen Twp., Noble Co. in 1847 from Ohio. Her parents, Elijah BOND and Catherine WHIPPLE BOND also came about the same time. Children of James and Charlotte were Francis Marion (m Mary Jane APPLETON) James Arthur, George Washington, Charles Albert Eugene (m. Mary Jennie Ludema MYERS), Alfred Adelbert and Olive Clerzen-who died at age 2. Looking for descendants of this line, hoping to fill in and share missing information.

ASA AND DAISY ELMIRA(ROLLINS) Willard

cher1ann — 24 Jun 2006 3:37:22 GMT

Trying to find family of Asa Willard born15Sep1867 in Ohio and died in Noble County30Jun1924. He Married Daisy Elmira Rollins in 1900. She was born 1Nov1882 and died 3Aug1938 in Noble County, Indiana the childrens names were Bessie, Hazel, Grace and Eva. In 1910 Daisy's father, Zacharia Rollins lived with them. Cheryl

chester adams, bessie moist, john wilson knepp

kneppjx3 — 28 Apr 2007 5:15:05 GMT

im looking for a chester adams, bessie moist, or john wilson knepp, all of which may have been in the area in the 1920s, any help would be great, thanks!

Guardianship Lookup.

scottmccloughan4 — 27 Apr 2007 4:14:33 GMT

My G-Grandfarther [Jacob C. McCloughan] was b. in Noble Co. June 1863-62 at Wolflake. I found him in 1880 census living in Webster co. Iowa with a family as a servant. He died 1929 here in Illinois - obit. state's he is survived by two sisters & one brother.

BIRD-BURD, Randolph, Simeon, James

gingerburd — 14 Jan 2005 2:05:20 GMT

Appearing in 1850 Noble Co census is Randolph Bird w/wife Catherine. Issue listed are: Simeon age 20, James 14, Mary C 12, Levina 9, Julia Ann 7 and Catherine 1, (all born PA except for baby)
Would appreciate correspondence with anyone that has information on any of these people or related families. Trying to confirm that this Simeon is my GGGrandfather b ca 1828/1830 in PA/NY. please e-mail direct. Thank you.

LEY

Judi Gronroos — 20 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Searching info Andrew Ley and Mary Ley buried Catholic Cemetery Nobel County, Avilla, Indiana.

SHERMAN & DELLA(ANSTETT) STRAWSER

cher1ann — 12 Jul 2006 1:24:00 GMT

We are looking for relatives of Sherman Strawser b8Nov1863 d23Oct1846, He married Della Anstett 19Dec1890 in Steuben Co., In. Earl Strawser is my direct relative b31Mar1892 living in Lagrange Co., In.

JOSEPH-ELIZABETH KIRKPATRICK

cher1ann — 4 Sep 2006 9:42:46 GMT

Trying to find relatives of Joseph & Elizabeth(Marks) Kirkpatrick. He was born 18Mar1830 in Pa. His childrens names are Frances, John R.,(our decendant),George, Mathilda, William Henry, Charles, and Sarah. Hope to hear. Cheryl Kirkpatrick

WARNER - FRAIN

A. B. Craig — 24 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

We are searching for relatives of William Warner, son of Peter Warner of La Grange Co., Ind. I believe that he was living in Idaville, Noble Co., Ind. around 1880. Any help on this line would be greatly appreciated. Also looking for the Frain family. I do have some of the Frain line back to Germany and some of the Warner line back to Germany also. We are willing to share information.

ABC

Moore (More) Family

hwyckoff — 14 Oct 2005 5:25:52 GMT

Any info on Edward & Louisa Moore found 1870 Census, Rome City, Noble County Indiana. Came from New York. Sons listed Lindsley B. Moore abt. 1843, Frank(lin) abt. 1848, James abt. 1856 (My grgrndfather), daughter Eliza B abt. 1846. Edward or Louisa had a sister Nancy Donaway with them. Any information to trace them before 1850 or after 1870 would be appreciated. Contact Janetlombard@aol.com

Obituary or Death Lookup Please!

scottmccloughan4 — 18 Jul 2004 10:10:58 GMT

Catherine Baldwin is listed in the 1910 census as living in the Allen co. infirmatory. I thank she may be my gg-grandmother. She was married three times, first to my gg-grandfather John McCloughan second to Christian Deardorff and then ? Baldwin. John & Christian lived In Noble co. I believe the infirmatory was a poorfarm. Thanks for any help. Scott

Dominy, Donald L. or Robert A.

1rgallaway — 21 Jan 2007 8:35:07 GMT

I am trying to reach the Dominy family. Anyone knowing how, please contact me. Thanks!

Dominy-Don or any family members!!!!

1rgallaway — 17 Jan 2007 5:39:19 GMT

I am looking for any family members of Don Dominy. I have been told he passed on 7-24-2002. I would like an obituary if anyone has one also.

harter

JackieNiswonger52 — 12 Jan 2007 2:50:06 GMT

I am looking for information on the Harter family. Virgil Harter lived in Laotto In. His father was James Harter and his mother was Hester Richards. His grandfather was George Harter and grandmother Elizabeth Greenwalt. They lived in Noble co.

Harter Family Laotto In

JackieNiswonger52 — 12 Jan 2007 2:34:19 GMT

I am looking for information on the Virgil Harter family. His father was James born 1851 and his grandfather george was born 1815-1818. Thank you

Gladys Shockley and Kelton Spencer 1920's to ?

SharonVSpencer — 26 Dec 2006 4:08:14 GMT

I'm looking for any info on Gladys M Shockley (b 1922 in Indiana) who married Kelton Spencer (1904 in Ohio to 1965) about 1942 in Indiana. I'm especially interested in children, etc.

Kelton is my grandfather's (John Spencer) half brother. Kelton is one of 3 siblings sent to an orphanage in Perry Co Ohio after their parents died about 1915. A 4th child, Hazel Violet, a baby, was adopted by Edna and William James in White Cottage Ohio. I have newspaper notes from about 1941 that Kelton visted her adopted parents, sometimes with Violet and sometimes by himself. He lived in Noble county IN, the papers report.

I have lots of info on the Spencers that I'd be happy to share.

Frank A. BENFER

Dan — 3 Dec 2006 5:10:23 GMT

Desire obit and any info on Frank A. BENFER and family. Son of Jacob and Mary (ALLEN) born 18 Jan 1881, married Della WILEY June 1906 (usgennet.org), died 1912 and buried at Wolf Lake Cemetery. I also have a Frank A. Benfer who was in the musical instrument business in Chicago around 1909 to 1912. My grandfather and his brother were also in the business in Chicago at this time having started in the profession in Elkhart. Frank Benfer in 1909-1911 was President of F.A. Benfer & Co. on 727 E. 39th, Chicago. Frank A. Benfer in 1912 was treasurer of Taylor & Horn Co. He resided at several different addresses. No listing in City Directories after 1912.

Bilger-Karrick family

geneaddicted_1 — 22 May 2004 10:58:42 GMT

I have a David Karrick who married a Sarah Bilger both of who were b. abt 1855. David hailed from Columbiana Co., OH and then Hardin CO., OH and Sarah was from IN. I believe Noble Co. or nearby.
David was the son of Emmanuel Karrick and Anna Bricker. Anna remarried after her husband's death to a Rufus Brayton. I noted there are quite a few Brickers in Noble Co. I wonder if or how she is connected to any of them.
I have found the Noble Co. Obits and a listing for David's death in FL being noted in the Simon Journal. His date of d. was 2-1-1935 at 80 yrs. of age.
I also found a brother for Sarah named George who passed 1-24-1916 after a fall from a tree. Sarah came from FL to attend his funeral. George was a farmer and resident of Swan Twp. all his life. His wife was Matilda and they had threee daughters; Mabel, Edna and Grace and two sons; Ralph and Virgil. George and Sarah also had two brothers named Andrew and Jesse of Swan Twp.
I have a small amount of info not posted here but would love to connect with someone in reference to this BILGER-Karrick-Bricker family.
I'd like to figure out how David Karrick made it to IN from Hardin Co., OH.
David and Sarah had the following children;
Wilbur David, b. 11 Aug 1893 (my daus' lineage)
Jesse Emmanuel, B. 29 Apr 1888
Pearl Grace
Florence May

Pearl married a Franklin Miller Thompsom and FLorence May married a David Darling.
Be glad to share and work with anyone!
Micky

Louisa Speckeen and Kimpels of Noble IN-Lookup?

S. Studer — 25 Nov 2006 8:43:17 GMT

I'm trying to connect the Louisa Speckeen of Noble Co., IN who lived in Kendallville when her husband Frederick Poppy died in 1782. My ancestor Louisa Speckmier/Speckmeyer lived there for awhile with her husband Henry Kimpel.. along with son William Kimpel. But on her listing from Noble, IN her last name was Speckeen. I've found a couple of wills on index I have interest in and would appreciate a look-up if that's possible. They are the following:

Kimpel Martin, Carl, Earl, heirs of William H Kimpel, Gdn Edna F Kimpel. Filed 14 Apr 1948

and

Poppy Frederick, d. 4-3-1872. Fd: 4-26-1872. Sp: Louisa. Ch: Augustus, Henry, Charles Poppy, Wilhemina Thomas, Sarah A Walker.

Thanks,
S. Studer

Mullens Website--PA, OH, IN, WV

Donna Ferrell — 12 Feb 2005 7:57:55 GMT

This is a new website that traces the Mullen family from Luzerne Co. PA to central and northwestern OH to IN. Though not yet indexed, Noble Co. surnames include: Mullen, Wade, Poyser, Winebrenner, Landgraff, Cullars, Hilliard, Seng, Stevens, Waldron.

http://ohmullens.tripod.com

Simmons/Hauck/ Hadley/Neff in Albion, Indiana

SondraEdwards62 — 23 Dec 2003 3:06:23 GMT

Looking for info regarding Sarah Hauck Simmons, husband Jesse. Sarah's father was Andrew and Brother Amos Hauck also lived in Albion. Have info on her sisters and other brother.
Amos Hauck and Caroline Neff had one child Charles who married Ida Hadley. They had no children.
Sondra irishseje@aol.com

Mawhorter/McWhorter surname and DNA

Bill Mawhorter — 4 Nov 2006 8:51:40 GMT

Hello, my name is Bill Mawhorter. I'm looking for people with the surename MAWHORTER to participate in DNA testing in the McWhirter surename project.

I'm also looking for people with the surename McWhorter/McWherter/MeWhorter/Mawhorter etc. who had ancestor's from Marion County, Ohio; Wyandot County, Ohio; and Washington County, Pennsylvania to participate in DNA testing with the McWhirter surename project.

I myself have paricipated in DNA testing and I'm looking for more people to compare my DNA and my Family Tree paper trail with.

Read more about DNA testing and buy tests, just follow the LINK.

http://members.aol.com/mcwhirterdna/

http://homepages.rootsweb.com/~mcwgen/

Bill Mawhorter
Noble County, Indiana
mawhorter@isp.com

Cromwell High School

Mike — 31 Oct 2006 4:11:47 GMT

I am looking for any bit of info about Cromwell HS. I purchased a history book that belonged to "Agnes" in 1913 and was just curious. The book has many hand written class notes etc. Thanks

Cosperville nee Springfield (and the Pierson family)

DonCook36 — 20 Sep 2006 7:42:32 GMT

The 1880 US Census includes Springfield, Noble, Co., Indiana. The cities/towns finder on INGenWeb says that Cosperville was formerly called Springfield.
Can anyone tell me when the name change took place?

I am researching descendants of Thomas S. Pierson who migrated to Noble Co. from Ohio about 1835. The line of particular interest is Thomas S. (1811-1890), Aaron Edward (1840-1904), Clark Carey (1865-1944) and Theresa/Tressa (1894-1936). She married Bitterle and Moen.
Clark Carey Pierson arrived in Duluth, Minnesota about 1890 and established his family there. Apparently, his marriage to the former Laura Clemens later failed as she is in Jun 1900 back in Lake Co., Indiana with their children. The children returned to Minnesota and lived with or near their father, Clark, following Laura's death in 1902.

I have more family information than I have detailed here. One exception is I can find nothing on the Clemens line.

Anyone interested in sharing stories?
Don

Charlie,and Mary J Bond Walker

RoyChadwick77 — 23 Nov 2006 4:34:30 GMT

Looking for any info or relatives of Charlie Walker brn TN/KY,married Mary J Bond brn abt 1877 KY. Mary Bond is the sister to my Gmother Nancy Manerva Bond Chadwick brn abt 1868 KY.died 1943 Harlan Co KY. Her parents were Allen Bond brn abt 1850 AR?,died unk,and Sarah Wilson brn abt 1850 KY,died unk. I believe they lived in Kendalsville,and Stuggart at one time.
Any info would be appreciated.
Thanks very much,
Roy Chadwick.

Look Up Request 1860 Census - Swigart, Baughman

swigart — 7 Jun 2003 3:53:41 GMT

Solomon Gladden and Elizabeth Ann (Miller) Swigart,
Abram Young and Margaret McCune Swigart,
Margaret Swigart and her husband Gideon Baughman,
The emigrated to the area near Albion, Noble Co from Richland Co, Ohio about 1852.

Solomon, Abram and Margaret were brothers and sister. Abram and Solomon went on to Whitley Co in 1865.
Their Aunt, Christiana Young, and her husband Samuel Baughman came from Ashland Co, OH about 1850 and settled near Lisbon, Noble Co

I am most interested in a look up for Solomon Swigart but all of the above would be of great interest to me.

The data I desire is: who is in the household, names of children, places of parents birth etc. full details can be emailed or snail mailed. I will reimburse costs of photocopying, postage, scanning etc.

Thank you for your generosity of spirit, courtesy and assistance.

Michael Swigart
mrswigart@earthlink.net
please email for a postal address

David Wilson

mjc1929 — 27 Sep 2006 11:46:55 GMT

I am looking for any information regarding David Wilson,
born 17 Sep. 1845 in Noble Co., Ohio and died 23 Sep.
1918 in WV. Does anybody know the Wilson's from
Noble Co.,? Please let me know if you do. Thanks!

Sons of Union Veterans(Civil War)

David Conklin — 16 Mar 2006 12:39:09 GMT

FEBLES,WEINGART,COE

clinde — 17 Sep 2006 5:54:57 GMT

Would like to exchange information about George FEBLES (Fabel)1845-1923, Clarinda COE FEBLES (1843-1946) and WEINGART family of Noble County,IN.

looking for cemetery and grave Noble County

spkgrandma — 9 Jun 2006 6:39:24 GMT

I am searching for my grandfathers grave. His name is Ervin Levy Englert. Having died in Illinois, we presumed he was buried there. I just received his death certificate and it states that place of burial was Kendallville Indiana on June 22, 1940. His father is buried in South Medford, but that was a dead end. Is there anyone who can do a lookup for me around Kendallville in Noble County? Please accept my gratitude and thanks ahead of time.

Land records.

vosburg11 — 28 Aug 2006 4:48:15 GMT

Wish to locate someone willing to copy land records in Noble Co. Indiana for me. Please contact me as I only need one person. Gladly pay for your help. Rose

Osborn or Orange cemetery location

trischhall — 26 Jun 2005 2:30:37 GMT

Where is the Osborn or Orange cemetery located in Noble County? Is there an online list of burials?

Brickwall on John Wehrley

DinaByrd83 — 26 Jun 2006 4:29:33 GMT

John Wehrley DOB Feb 1848 Switzerland
DOD 1919
Kendallville, Noble County, Indiana

Wife Mary Heltzel DOB Sep 1852 New York, New York, USA DOD May 1935 Kendallville, Noble County, Indiana

First daughter Rose Wehrley DOB 21 Oct 1872 was born in New York, NY. Looking for info on John's parents and/or siblings. Mary's parents moved to Michigan sometime in the 1860's. Also looking for marriage info. Any help would be appreciated.

Need cemetery lookup for Kendalville

spkgrandma — 9 Jun 2006 6:30:17 GMT

Just received the death certificate for grandfather Ervin Levy Englert. We knew he died in Illinois and presumed he was buried there. According to the certificate, he is buried in Kendalville, Indiana on July 22, 1940. I would really apperciate help in locating the correct cemetery and grave. He died when my mother was 6 years old. This will give her closure. Thank you for any help!

Mrs. E. A. Rogardner of Steuben Co area - Brother dies as POW

zenas2 — 27 Feb 2006 10:49:11 GMT

Frank N Masemore

dbattershell45 — 26 May 2006 5:34:19 GMT

CHARLOTTE BOND RYLAND - PHOTO

cipsi2 — 20 Jun 2006 10:16:54 GMT

Charlotte was the daughter of Elijah & Catherine Bond and the wife of James Ryland. See WorldConnect for further details.

Stringfellows Clinton county PA

JohnRomig991 — 24 May 2006 8:23:41 GMT

My grandmother was Ellen Stringfellow, married Wm Willard Romig. She had cousins Margaret, Henry, Bessie. I need to know tjhe connections among them.

Stringfellows of Clinton county, PA

JohnRomig991 — 24 May 2006 8:14:19 GMT

I need all the info I can get on the Stringfellow families of Clinton county, PA. My grandmother was Ellen Stringfellow, married William Willard Romig. Related names are Bessie Stringfellow, married Charles Selfe, Margaret Stringfellow married J Milton Kern. Is CH Stringfellow of Renovo, PA Uncle Henry I heard parents talk abouit?

Heltzel and Wehrley

DinaByrd83 — 18 May 2006 2:47:34 GMT

I am looking for more info on two family's
John Heltzel DOB 10 Mar 1824
?Father ?Mother
His wife is Carolina Bender EDOB 1822
?Father ?Mother

John Wehrley EDOB 1848
?Father ?Mother
wife Mary Heltzel EDOB 1852

John Heltzel and Carolina Bender I think are her parents. I don't know if she has siblings or not. Any help would be appreciated.

Seeking descendants of James and Ida (Todd) Conklin

Wilbur Gleckler — 10 May 2006 8:54:51 GMT

Seeking descendants of James and Ida (Todd) Conklin. James C Conklin married Ida E Todd 18 NOV 1875, Noble County IN. 1880 census for York TWP, Noble County IN: James (25), wife Ida E (24), dau Stella May (7 mo). Ida's parents: John W and Caroline (Gleckler) Todd.

William P. Biddle

JamesABiddle — 25 Apr 2006 7:51:44 GMT

William P. Biddle b 1812, probably Fairfield County, Ohio, buried Marshall Co., Indiana , along with son, William, Jr., born Indiana abt.1851. William Sr's father thought to be John Biddle born in Delaware or Maryland 1774 or 1775, buried Fairfield Co., Ohio 1861. Traced his second Wife, Drusilla Callender, whom he married in 1828, Fayette Co., Ohio, to Corunna, Dekalb, Indiana on 1860 census. Drusilla b 1802 Va., was in Noble Co., Indiana 1870. Any Information appreciated. John Biddle is my brick wall! I'm happy to help with all Biddle surnames in Noble County, Indiana. NOTE: New email address is: jbiddle1@indy.rr.com

Shobe/Carr

immisty038 — 27 May 2005 6:38:55 GMT

Looking for any infomation on SHOBE family, wife was a CARR, from OH, may have lived KOSCIUSCO CO first.

Said to have lived in LIgioner and Noble, NOBLE CO IN.
He may have been a baptist preacher.

ca 1830-40

GINNY 2 vmartinez5946@aol.com

Coes/Heltzels in Noble County

kb9pcf — 15 Aug 2005 1:39:11 GMT

I am looking for the father of Perry W. Coe, who married Orilla Nicodemus. They had a son Orval Nicodemus Coe, who married Mabel Heltzel. I can't seem to find this info. Any help would be appreciated.

Death record for Nicholas WAYER, ca 1967

clueless — 4 Apr 2006 6:56:00 GMT

I am looking for a death record, burial site and obit for Nicholas WAYER, who may have died in Noble Co. (Ligonier?) in 1967 or thereabouts. I have information that he worked in a foundry in Fort Wayne but also believe he lived in Ligonier. Can anyone help? Thanks.

what happened to Kendallville, Noble Co, Indiana in 1920 census?

RBeghtel — 24 Mar 2006 12:10:29 GMT

I am searching for two individuals that should show up in Kendallville, Noble County, Indiana in the 1920 census, and my membership will not show me Kendallville census for that decade no matter which direction I try looking...

I could use some local help from someone who can look from the film at the local history Library...

David Bloomfield born between 1857-1860
usually says born in Indiana, but have seen him listed as born in Nebraska...

Hiram Sexton born 1903 Indiana...
have him in 1910 and 1930, but sure could use some help with 1920. Was his father dead yet? Was his married already remarried to Fred Murphy?
Is Iva or Ivie the mother of all of Fred Murphy's children?

Sure could use some help with this.

Stoner and Rivir: PA -> Ohio -> IN -> Kansas

bobwolfeumich — 23 Jul 2005 11:48:40 GMT

I seek information about Rivirs and Stoners in Noble County, IN. Is Nancy Stoner related to Jacob and Joseph Stoner?

John and Nancy Stoner Rivir move from PA to IN in 1845 and appear in the 1850 census for Green Twp. Jacob and Mary Stoner live nearby.

Nancy died in 1886 and John Rivir died in 1895 in Noble Co.

Joseph and Julianna Swiggart Stoner arrive by 1870 via Ohio.

Jacob Stoner moves to Cloud Co, Kansas in 1872.

Joseph dies 1883 and Julia Stoner dies 1902 in Noble Co.

Stangland Family Farm

matt_ballard60 — 3 Aug 2005 8:53:32 GMT

Does anyone have any info on the Stangland family farm? Andreas Stangeland was my 5th great-grandfather who immigrated to Kendall, New York in 1824 then moved to Indiana in 1839 to farm a 600 acre tract of land sold to him.

Obit for Wanetta Cook

Jim Brennan — 8 Mar 2006 9:12:27 GMT

Could someone get me the obit for Wanetta Cook. It appeared in Fort Wayne newspaper in June 2003. It is online still but I can't see it since I am not a subscriber.

Thanks
Jim

Lookup please Noble Co., IN- Obits for Rev. Charles B. Lusk and wife Stella

Cherri58 — 5 Mar 2006 4:48:17 GMT

I need the full obituaries for them. The abstracts are on the Noble county Gen Web site. They were my
husband's aunt and uncle. If someone could do a lookup I would really appreciate it as we live in Colorado. I could also request them from the library if someone could tell me which one to contact.

SISTERHEN descendants

TomThumm51 — 22 Jun 2005 11:17:00 GMT

Researching the descendants of Peter SISTERHEN b 1Nov1824 d 23Nov1901 Noble County, married 16Dec1849 Stark County OH to Wilhelmina STROBEL b 25Aug1828 d 23Nov1901 Noble County

Their issue included:

1) Helen Louisa SISTERHEN b 15Nov1851 Stark County OH d 23Nov 1876 Noble County, married Jacob SHEETS b 1843 d 12May1923 Noble County. Their children: Minnie SHEETS m John P. KENNY; Emma SHEETS

2)George Washington SISTERHEN b 22Feb1853 Stark County OH d 1933 Noble County, married 22Feb1876 Noble County to Emma J. HOUCK b 1855 d 1925 Noble County. THeir children included: Jennie SISTERHEN, Herbert P. SISTERHEN m Anna M. MERRILL,

3) Anna Rosina SISTERHEN b 5Apr1854 Stark County OH d 8Oct1887 Noble County, married 1Nov1876 Noble County to Thomas J. SIMMONS b 10Jul1851. Children included Harry C. SIMMONS

4) William Albert SISTERHEN b 14Jul1855 d 1934 Noble County, married 1st Rebecca, married 2nd 9Oct1878 Noble County to Eve KNEPPER b 17Oct1881 d 14Jun1889 Noble County. Children included Walter E. SISTERHEN

5) Catharina Josephina SISTERHEN b 14Jan1857

6) Louis Edward SISTERHEN b 26Feb1859 d 1952 Noble County, married 5Feb1893 to Emilee A. CHRISTNER. Children included Louis Edward SISTERHEN Jr. m Audrey L. BURKEHART

Driver, Bourie

AHgenes — 19 Jun 2006 2:44:35 GMT

I am researching Teressa Driver, who married David Bourie in Noble County in 1837. Teressa's parents may have been Thomas and Thankful, based on census and land documents, but I have not been able to verify this. Teressa was born in Ohio, and lived in Defiance County, then Fort Wayne before moving to Noble Co. Any help would be appreciated.

death records

jane — 11 Feb 2006 2:22:47 GMT

Can someone tell me if you had to report a death in the family between the years of 1870 to 1880? If so how would I gain access to these records? I am looking for 4 children who died in one family. They are on the census in 1870 but not in 1880. Their parents and grandparents and siblings are but they are not. I believe that the family stayed in the Noble County area during this time. Thanks, jane

George R McEntarfer of Noble Co Indiana killed WWII

zenas2 — 15 Feb 2006 9:49:45 GMT

Donald Hays Spangler of Albion Indiana killed World War II

zenas2 — 13 Feb 2006 8:31:32 GMT

Clifford J Snyder of Cromwell Indiana killed in World War II

zenas2 — 13 Feb 2006 8:02:13 GMT

Brimfield School Information Requested

Beckie Semler — 7 Feb 2006 8:44:11 GMT

I love photographing gravestones and abandoned buildings. One building I haven't been able to get much information on. It has a marker on the building that reads: Brimfield School No.2 Est. 1921. I have been to the Noble County Central Branch Library and I have found a few photos of students of the school and teaching licenses from teachers there but no other information.

I am wondering why this school was closed down or any stories about the school. It is such a large building I was surprised to see it was built in 1921 and is abandoned with little information found on it. It is located in Brimfield on the west edge of town on a lot that is completely overgrown with trees. In the summer the only way you can see it is if you know what your looking for. I would love any information you have on this school. Please reply here or email BeckieMDay@yahoo.com

Johannes Becker to Noble County, Indiana

Mike Ridgway — 9 Jul 2005 2:02:04 GMT

I am looking for information on Johannes Peter Wilhelm Becker he was born in Germany, 7/19/1827 and died in the US on 11/27/1904. His father was Johannes Becker. His mother was Maria Catherina Schmidt she was born in Prussia, 9/5/1794 and died in the US on 7/23/1859. I have lots of Becker information after they came to the US, but I have ran into a brick wall as far as information in Germany. When they moved to the US it was Johannes and his mother. They moved to Noble County, Indiana. If you don't have any information would you know where I might find any? I will be glad to share what information I have. I will take what ever information I can get and as far back as I can get. Thanks for your time and help.

Thanks again,
Mike Ridgway

obituary of Ruth Hull Smith 1871

Pat O'Dell — 27 Jan 2006 12:54:33 GMT

In Elkart twp, Noble Co, Indiana on Sunday morning, July 9th, of heart disease, Ruth, wife of Isaac Smith, died age 65 years, 10 months, and 1 day.
The deceased came to her death quite suddenly, having only a few hours prior been in the apparent enjoyment of good health.
She was born in the State of Virginia, but emigrated to Ohio at an early age, and resided in that State [Licking Co] until 1864 when she removed to this county, accompanied by her husband and the family of her sons, Abram H. & J.B. Smith.
She was a kind hearted generous woman, and derived much comfort from the bestowal of her motherly affection upon those whom she fondly called her own.
She was a member of the Old School Baptist Church for 40 years. Her remains were interred in the Legionier Cemetery on Monday last, Elder Z. Thomas officiating.

photographers of Noble County

Rick — 15 Jan 2006 2:22:53 GMT

I am looking for information on when the following photographers were in business in Noble County,Kendallville,Indiana. .Bradford , M.E.Bothwell , Crofoot , Farley , E.Johnson , Ford . Thank you