Palo Alto - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Thomas Hand /Elizabeth Jennings Hand

bonnieh187 — 24 Jun 2008 6:00:38 GMT

Does anyone have or know where I can get an obituary for Thomas David Hand (1854-1900) or Elizabeth (Jennings) Hand (1859-1912)? They lived in Great Oak township, Palo Alto Co. and are buried in St. John's Cemetery. Thanks!

John Neville and Mary Carmody Neville

C_NevilleKlein — 14 Jun 2008 4:52:24 GMT

I am looking for information on John Neville (born about 1858 in Iowa; died 1904 in St. Louis, Mo.) He was an excavator for the railroads, and also worked as an excavator for the 1904 World's Fair. He was married to Mary Carmody, a daughter of Thomas Carmody and Ellen Boland Carmody.
John and Mary had 6 children: Thomas Francis Neville (1885-1962), Josephine "Josie" Mildred Neville (Mrs. Dan Weir), Ellen "Nellie" Neville (Mrs. John D. Galleano), Anna Neville (Mrs. Walter Stattler), John Joseph Neville, and James Raymond Neville.
If anyone has any information, send it my way! Thanks!

--Connie

CelticCousins.net site is down

Kouder — 26 May 2008 3:08:01 GMT

Does anyone know what happened to the site? Did it move?

Livingston Family, Ruthven

BelleOgren — 7 Jul 2001 7:46:43 GMT

Hi, I was born in Emmettsburg, Palo Alto County, in 1932, in a house across the street from the convent, and am the Great Granddaughter of Jack and Etta Livingston. Their daughter, Blanch married Perry Wilson. They lived in Milford Iowa. Perry and Blanch had ten children, one of them my mother Florence who married Vearl Miller from Dumont, Iowa. Blanch had a sister Emma who in later life lived with her. I have been trying to locate these Livingstons and was told they were from Ruthven area of Palo Alto County. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you, Belva

Obit -- James D. Theil April 30, 1962 - March 12, 2008

acpoole57 — 24 Apr 2008 2:29:17 GMT

James D. Thiel, 45, Emmetsburg, died Mar. 12 in Fairmont, Minn. after a traffic accident. James Dean Thiel was born Apr. 30, 1962 in Estherville. He overcame a lot of adversities and received his G.E.D and bachelors degree. On Apr. 2, 2005, James was united in marriage with Julie Guttau, formerly of Mondamin, at First United Methodist Church in Missouri Valley. James worked for RV Central in Sheldon before returning to Emmetsburg, where he was currently employed with Kerber Milling Company and actively farming with his father. James had numerous hobbies and interests. He enjoyed farming, going to the races, fishing, boating and just about anything outdoors. He was quite handy and enjoyed working and tinkering with whatever needed fixing. More than anything, James loved his family. He attended Grace Baptist Church in Emmetsburg. James Dean was known affectionately to his family as "Sammy John." He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his mother: Beverly (Knudson) Thiel; an infant sister, Diane Marie Thiel; grandparents: Everett and Violet Knudson and Clarence and Hazel Thiel.
Survivors include: his wife, Julie, Emmetsburg; father, Richard Thiel and his fiance, Betty Leners, Emmetsburg; three daughters, Jamie Kay Thiel and her husband, Brian Susie, Jennifer Ann Thiel, and Jessica Lynn Thiel and her husband, Jeremy Kilberg, all of Sioux City; two grandchildren, Lily Mae Susie and Ayden Thiel; five sisters, Jeannie Reinders and her husband, Dan, Havelock; Cindy Gould and her husband, Roger, of Ames; Connie Cody and her husband, Mark, Sutherland; Ruth Harlicker and her husband, Rob, Minneapolis, Minn.; and Sharrie Girres and her husband, Tim, Graettinger; mother and father-in-law, Donald and Betty (Allmon) Guttau, Mondamin; and two brothers-in-law, Craig and Mark Guttau, Mondamin; and many other relatives and friends. Funeral Services were held Mar. 16 at the Grace Baptist Church in Emmetsburg. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery, Emmetsburg.
Joyce Funeral Home, Emmetsburg, was in charge of arrangements. Online Condolences may be left at www.joycefuneralhomes.com.

Respectfully submitted for other researchers.

©MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS 2008

Crown Hill Cemetery

Jack37678 — 11 Apr 2004 2:20:44 GMT

Can SKS tell me where in Palo Alto County Crown Hill Cemetery is located and who I can contact for records?
Thank you.

Maria Johnson - 1858 - 1919 Buried in Crown Hill Cemetery

mjhellman1 — 26 Mar 2008 12:47:01 GMT

In Maria Johnson's obituary Ruthven Free Press February 19, 1919 it states that two of her sister's were at the funeral. One - Mrs. Ole B. Nelson (my great grandmother)and Mrs. Ole Johnson (Gr-Grandmother's sister). I am trying to find a connection to Maria Johnson. Her husband Andrew passed away the year before her. Both are buried in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Any information on them? I believe that their daughter was Anna who is also buried in Crown Hill Cemetery.

Toreson Family Lost Island Township

cmcaninch2000 — 15 May 2005 9:50:27 GMT

I am looking for Toreson brothers (I believe) from Norway. Runte born 1824, Knut born 1825, Simon born 1828, Lars (Larse) born 1843, in Norway. All show on census in Palo Alto County , Iowa 1880. Particularly interested in Runte whose son was Charles ( maybe C.K. Toreson) born 1871 in Wisconsin. All this is census information and sometimes difficult to put the families together. I believe Charles' daughter is Emma Marie born 1899 in Lost Island Township, Palo Alto County, Iowa. Emma Marie Toreson married Dwight Kooker. They were my grandparents.

Charles and Emma seem to have no records.

I woiuld appreciate any information.

Chery

1911 Curlew or Graettinger newspapers?

pwgortonmb1 — 21 Nov 2007 5:48:14 GMT

Looking for the existance of newspapers from both Curlew and Graettinger from late June to mid July 1911. Can anyone tell me if papers exist and where they are located?

Herman and Gerda Norland, Cylinder, Iowa

MNGenWeb — 22 Mar 2007 5:39:30 GMT

Herman Norland from Cylinder, Palo Alto County, Iowa married Gerda Canton from Watson, Chippewa County, Minnesota. I have notes that they had two daughters and six boys.
I found where they are buried.
http://www.celticcousins.net/paloalto/stjohnssouth.htm
Gerda is the sister of Coyla Andrews from Watson, MN.
I am looking for any info on them.

Young

andieyoung68 — 21 Jan 2008 3:37:04 GMT

i am looking for my grandfathers grave. his name is James coleman young (jiggs) he had close friends hazel and ? johnson they had a farm and he worked on the farm as a young man. i believe james is buried next to them, can you help me find this gravesite? he was from remsen iowa, other family members are from sac city

obit, Buena Potter

MarilynGappa — 22 Dec 2007 6:14:43 GMT

This obit was posted to the Raney site in rootsweb:

Buena Potter, daughter of Hugh and Lora (Gardner) Raney, was born November 18, 1917 in Algona, Iowa. She attended school in Algona and graduated from Algona High School.
On November 12, 1939 Buena was united in marriage to Sherwood Potter in Algona. To this union four children were born. Buena was employed as a legal secretary for a local law firm for several years. She later worked with Sherwood in their jewelry store, Potter’s Jewelry.
After their retirement, Buena and Sherwood enjoyed wintering in Florida. They liked spending time with their friends there as well as playing golf. Buena loved doing things with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Emmetsburg.
Buena died Monday, December 17, 2007 at Lakeside Lutheran Home in Emmetsburg, Iowa at the age of 90. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Donna; her husband, Sherwood; a brother and sister-in-law, Lyle Raney and his wife, Ellen, a sister, Norma Walker, and a brother, Howard Raney.
She is survived by her children, Pam Hermansen and her husband, Mike of Waco, Texas, Vicki Ellis and her husband, Ted of Emmetsburg, Iowa and Mark Potter and his wife, Christie of Eden Prairie, Minnesota; eight grandchildren, Christy Willmore, Adam Hermansen, Daniel Hermansen, Jason Ellis, Steph Ellis, Joel Ellis, Christopher Potter, and Justin Potter; nine great grandchildren, Josh and Jake Hill, Holden, Hunter and Abby Willmore, Dylan, Brendan, Landon and Lauren Ellis; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Raney of Algona, Iowa; a brother-in-law, Russell Walker of Algona, Iowa; several nieces and nephews; as well as many other relatives and friends.
Visitation:
Friday, December 21, 2007
12:00 PM until 2:00 PM
Bethany Lutheran Church
Emmetsburg, IA
Service:
Friday, December 21, 2007
2:00 PM
Bethany Lutheran Church
Emmetsburg, IA
INTERMENT
Evergreen Cemetery
Emmetsburg, Iowa

William Guida Family - 1912

debbiall — 27 Nov 2007 9:06:54 GMT

I found a wonderful family picture labeled "Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Guida & Family". Someone's written on the back "March 9, 1912". The members of the family are also labeled: Floyd, Wm. ((Father)), Arthur, Ruby, Frank, Irvin, Mary ((Mother)), Robert.

VERY preliminary research indicates that this Guida family was in Palo Alto County, IA, and may have later moved to MN. I found the picture in a bin in a store in Iowa.

I am not researching the family, but it was a great picture I thought someone might appreciate. I would be happy to send a copy. I can be reached at debbiall at yahoo dot com.

Daly, Daley, Conlon, McNamera, Eagan, Kirschbaum, Canada to Iowa

MarilynGappa — 10 Nov 2007 7:37:37 GMT

A cousin, Gerald Conlon is looking for info on his mother,
Florence Gertrude (Daly) Conlon, probably born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada circa 1902.
Was she a US citizen?

Her sisters were Mabel Daly (1900) and Julia Daly (1903), and may have been Daley, or another spelling at that time.
Their parents were John Daly and Catherine (McNamera)
The family (4 sisters and a brother) came to US circa 1908.

Florence Daly married Charles Conlon, in Iowa 1929, and she died in 1935 with 3 young children.
Mabel Daly married Eagan.
Julia Daly married Kirschbaum.

Thank you for any information.
Marilyn (Sause Conlon) Gappa

RUTHVEN RESEARCH

pernie dundon — 11 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am doing research on our Ruthven family. Would like information on the Ruthvens who established the town of "Ruthven" in Palo Alto Co. There might be a connection with my GGGfather who was from Va. or WVa., 1770's to 1850 period. His son Edwin was born in Warren Co., Ky, 1823.

Elizabeth Margaretha Ficken Rosacker 1876-1914

ppeakshadow — 21 Oct 2007 10:36:40 GMT

Does anyone have an obituary for Elizabeth Rosacker. I believe she died in Ruthven,and is buried in Crown Hill Cem there. Any info on how to obtain an obit (name of paper, etc.) there would be appreciated,

Virgil Family

gwbscb — 20 Oct 2007 6:52:02 GMT

Looking for information on John W/Wesley Virgil and Elizabeth (Kelly) Virgil and their son, James Henry Virgil, and his wife, Mary/Molly. Eliabeth died in 1921, James in 1964 and Mary/Molly in 1942, and they are all buried at Calvary Cemetery in Ayrshire. John died between 1938 and 1950. There is a place for him at Calvary but no separate stone. Looking for any information on this family, especially biographries, obituaries, birth, death and marriage records. In the 1920 census they were in Clay County, but in 1905, 1910, 1925 and 1930 they were in Palo Alto County, sometimes in Booth Twp and sometimes in Silver Lake Township.

Other Virgil families lived in Palo Alto County also and I'd be interested in information on any of them as well. I have access to all the census records.

Thank you. Sandra

cavalry cemetary

sbrakey — 17 Oct 2007 12:08:46 GMT

I was wondering if any one could get a picture for me at cavalry cemetary. I am interested in a picture of my gg grandparents grave. Mary and Patrick Maguire. Marys dob is 1862 and death 10-18-1901, Patrick's dob is 1-22-1830 and death is 12-14-1912. I have no idea where they are located and am not even sure how big this cemetary is. I would be extremely grateful if any one could help.

Nels John Cederholm Obit-1940

Viola Soffee — 13 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

From an unknown newspaper-1940

A pioneer Resident Passes away at his home west of Ruthven Thursday.
John Cederholm passed away at his home Thursday, January 9, at the age of 80 years, 10 months and 5 days and funeral services were held Monday at the Methodist church with Rev. Belden Weikel officiating.

Nels John Cederholm, son of Peter and Anna Cederholm, was born in Holmstad, Sweden, February 25, 1860. At the age of 11 years, they immigrated to the United States with his parents and settled on a farm near Algona. Two years later they moved to Ruthven where his father homesteaded the farm three miles west of town known as the Ole Johnson farm. In 1884 he was united in marriage to Maria Carlson. Four children were born to this union: Fred Cederholm of Denton, Montana, and Esther, Emery and Perry of Ruthven. There are also nine grandchildren and three great grand children; two brother, Oscar and Fred, and one sister, Alma Peterson, of Los Angeles, California.

Mrs. Homer Drennen and Mrs. A. L. Bragg, accompanied by Mrs. Merle McGranahan at the piano, sang: "The old Rugged Cross," and "In the Garden" and "No Night There." Text: II Corinthians 5:1.

Lightle Furneral home of Ruthven had charge of funeral arrangements.

We loved him, yes we loved him,
But the angels loved him more;
And they have gently called him to yonder shining shore.
The golden gates were opened,
A gentle voice said "Come"
And with farewells all spoken, He calmly entered home.

From a scrapbook kept by Ruth Henrietta Beams Monk

Volunteer needed: Evergreen Cemetery, Emmetsburg, Iowa

geordey — 16 Aug 2007 1:50:57 GMT

Looking for someone to take digital photo(s) of the HARRISON tombstone(s) in Evergreen Cemetery. William Harrison died in 1880 and his wife Amanda died in 1901.
George

Culligan Census Query

P.J.Culligan — 22 Jul 2003 6:52:25 GMT

Frank J. Culligan and family listed in 1920/1930 Census,Emmetsburg,Palo Alto. Born approx 1892 in Iowa. Not shown in 1900 Census. Where could I find a birth record/baptismal record for him in Iowa. Suspect he was born in some other County than Palo Alto but don't know where to look next. I am in Ireland so don't have access to records on Iowa. Died 1944, buried in St.John's Cemetry, Emmetsburg along with his wife Lillian(died 1984).

Anna Marie Thompson

cmcaninch_2000 — 14 Jun 2007 1:51:56 GMT

I am looking for the parents of Anna Marie Thompson. They emmigrated from Denmark in approx. 1882. Father's name in newspaper article is listed as L.C. Thompson in Pipestone, Minnesota. Her parents' names are most likely Christian and Mary. Anna Marie married Carl (Charles Thoreson) whose family was from Norway, Wisconsin and Iowa. Anna and Charles are buried in Lost Island Cemetery, Ruthven, Iowa.

Jacob Gappa, born May 19, 1862 - d. January 20, 1938.

farwellwalter — 20 May 2007 7:18:54 GMT

WHITTEMORE CHAMPION. January 26, 1938. "JACOB GAPPA BURIED SATURDAY. Pioneer Resident Of this Community".-- Jacob Gappa, 75, passed away Thursday, January 20, at 10 o'clock a.m. Funeral services were conducted from St. Michael's Catholic church in Whittemore Saturday morning at 10 o'clock with Rev. W.Veit officiating. Burial was in the Catholic cemetery north of town.

Jacob Gappa was born in Germany on May 19, 1862. He immigrated to this country when a youth and settled in Palo Alto county. He worked in Emmetsburg for a number of years and then purchased a farm in Independence township where he lived for the remainder of his life. The last few years of his life were spent with Mr. and Mrs. Otto Hanson who cared for him during his illness.

Mr. Gappa was well and fovorably known in this community for his honesty, true Christian spirit, and thoughtfulness for his fellow man. His affable personality won for him a host of friends who mourn his passing.

In his illness, Mr. Gappa was cheerful and without complaint. A large crowd of friends paid their last respects to him Saturday morning when his funeral services were conducted in Whittemore. The pall bearers were: Pat Jackman, Pat Nolan and John Gappa, Emmetsburg; Joe Kleigl, Odd Teeter and Fred Domek, Cylinder.

Those who came from a distance to attend the funeral were:
Mrs. Ann Gappa and son, Cletus of Medelia, Minn.
Herman Gappa of Hollandale,
John Gappa of Buffalo Center,
Mrs. John Gappa, Sr., of Northfield, Minn.,
Mr. and Mrs. John Haag of Thompson, Iowa,
Mr. and Mrs.C. M Hanson of Lake Crystal, Minn.,
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Jewell (Juhl?) of Lake Crystal, Minn., and
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Walz of Hollandale.

A niece, Mrs. Leonard Peterson of Northfield, and a nephew, Leo Gappa, of Hollandale were unable to attend the funeral.

N.B.: This man is probably the "John Gappa", aged 52 years, enumerated in 1915 as a resident of Independence township, Palo Alto county, with a post office of Fenton. He told the enumerator that he had lived in the United States and also in Iowa for 32 years. At this date, no family was shown......Note that those from a distance who attended the funeral appear to be the same people as those shown in the obituary of John Gappa, died in September 1931.--Walter Farwell

Frank Gappa, b. Sept. 4, 1855 - d. May 5, 1932.

farwellwalter — 13 May 2007 7:28:09 GMT

THE EMMETSBURG DEMOCRAT. May 1932. "FRANK GAPPA DIES AT WHITTEMORE".--Frank Gappa passed away at his home at Whittemore Wednesday of last week. He had been ailing for nearly two years and was for practically a year bedfast. He consulted several specialists at Rochester, Minnesota, but nothing could be done to restore his health.

The funeral was held Saturday. Services were conducted in St. Michael's Catholic church at Whittemore, Father Hyland officiating. The interment was in the parochial cemetery northwest of that place. The pall bearers were H. W. Geelan, F. J. Rochford, Wm. Higgins, Simon Roth, Joe Kliegl and J. S. Cullen.

Mr. Gappa was born in West Prussia, Germany, September 4, 1855. Hence his age was 76. He came to the United Sates at a comparatively early age. He was married at Algona September 25, 1881, to Miss Faustina Kajewski. Mr. and Mrs. Gappa lived on their farm in Fairfield township for 43 years. In 1925 they retired and moved to Whittemore. Eleven sons and daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Gappa, all of whom are living except one son Ignatius, who died on August 13, 1931. Mrs. Gappa passed away March 20, 1932. The surviving members are Mrs. Harvey Higley, Mrs. Fred Domek, Theo Gappa, Tony Gappa, all of Cylinder; A. J. Gappa of Graettinger; Mrs. F. C. Bailey and Mrs. A. H. Krause of Fenton; Mrs. Thomas Ford, Frank Jr. and Mary, all of Whittemore. His death is also mourned by one brother, Gregory Gappa, who resides at El Reno, Oklahoma.

Among those who came from a distance to attend the obsequies were:
Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Blighton of Hollandale, Minnesota,
Mr. and Mrs. John Cole of Ringsted,
Mrs. Geo. Darrow and son Frank of Dubuque,
Eileen Fitzpatrick of Emmetsburg,
Frank Ford of Varina,
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Freeman of Cylinder,
Ed Gappa of Mallard,
Mrs. Ignatius Gappa and children of Varina,
Mr. and Mrs. John Gappa of Emmetsburg,
Mr. and Mrs. Matt Gappa of Emmetsburg,
Mr. and Mrs. A. Garrelts of Graettinger,
Mr. and Mrs. Percy Godden of Emmetsburg,
Mrs. Frank Goddard of Cylinder,
Mrs. Dan Gunn of Cylinder,
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kajewski of Graettinger,
Ignatius Kajewski of West Point, Nebraska,
Mrs. James Kelm of Emmetsburg,
Mr. and Mrs. John Kleigl of Graettinger,
Msr. and Robert Kleigl of Cylinder,
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Korleski of Emmetsburg,
Mr. and Mrs. Nick Martini of Emmetsburg,
Mrs. John Nolan of Emmetsburg,
Mrs. Fred Olson of Cylinder,
Mrs. J. H. Quinn and son Charles of Bancroft,
Mrs. Geo. Slagle of Cylinder,
Mrs. Geo. Steil of Emmetsburg,
Mr. and Mrs. Pete Toole of Emmetsburg, and
Mrs. Pete Waldron and son of Ayrshire.

Mr. Gappa was one of the old time, honored residents of this section of the state. As shown above, he lived on a farm in Fairfield township for 43 years. He was a splendid farmer and was industrious and frugal. He prospered and made very substantial improvement. He provided amply for the needs of the large family of sons and daughters. He was a modest gentleman and he was upright and dependable. He met his obligation promptly. He led a most exemplary life. He was devoted to his home, his church and the welfare of his community in which he lived for almost half a century. The many who had dealings with him will learn with deep regret of his passing.

N.B.: Fairfield township, Palo Alto county, is just west of the town of Whittemore, Kossuth county.

The son, Frank Gappa,Jr., was the father-in-law of Dick Dale, one of the stars on the Lawrence Welk Saturday night television show. -- W.F.

Ida (Whitney) Higley, b. May 2, 1854 - d. July 31, 1928.

farwellwalter — 14 May 2007 9:49:46 GMT

THE PALO ALTO TRIBUNE. August 1928. "PALO ALTO COUNTY OLD TIME RESIDENT CALLED. Dies After Short Illness At the LKAge of 83 years."-- Mrs. Ida Higley died at her home in this city at 7:30 Tuesday evening, July 31. Her heart had been weak for a long time, and for several weeks her condition was not good. At one time, a few weeks ago her physicians feared that she could not recover, but she rallied and seemed quite well again. The end came peacefully.

Funeral services will be held at the home at 1:30 and at the M. E. church here at 2 o'clock Friday. Rev. M. L. Sundermin will officiate. The burial will be at Whittemore.

Miss Ida Whitney was born in Illinois May 2, 1845, hence was over 74 years of age. She came to Iowa in her earlier years and united in marriage with John Higley at Algona May 5, 1873. Shortly after they came to Palo Alto county and located on a farm in Fairfield township where they resided until 1915 when they retired and came to Emmetsburg and established their home. Mr. Higley died about seven years ago.

Twelve children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Higley. A daughter, May, died thirty years ago. A son, Vincent, of Mason City died about six months ago. The other children, three sons and seven daughters survive their mother. The sons are Harvey of Fairville, Sidney of Mason City and Jack Higley of this city. The daughters are Mrs. M. L. McEnroe of Algona, Mrs. Theo Elbert of Whittemore, Mrs. Jos. Yanke of Mason City, Mrs. John Schumacher of Bancroft, Mrs. H. Gmelin of Mason City, Mrs. W. F. Kelly of Whittemore and Mrs. F. E. Brennan of this city.

Mrs. HIgley was well known and highly respected. She was most devoted to her home and family and there was no sacrifice too great for her to make to provide her children with all comforts and the best of everything the times afforded when they were young. Her solicitude for them never waned. Although they had all grown to manhood and womanhood and all were married, she kept each one close to her heart and motherlike, she never failed to be with the one who in illness of misfortune needed her.

She was thoughtful, companionable and courteous hence was popular with her associates. In church and social circles she was popular.

She was a member of the Methodist church. She was sincere in her belief and constant in her religious practices. She had many warm friends who will miss her. She was a good neighbor, charitable in word and deed.

Her life was well spent and she had no fear of meeting her Master. The greatest sorrow will, of course, come to the children who survive. To them, the Tribune extends sincere sympathy.

N.B.: Harvey T. Higley (1877 - 1937), the son named above, married Catherine Gappa (1882 - 1938), who was the daughter of Frank and Faustina (Kajewski) Gappa. "Kate" (Gappa)Higley was the oldest sister of Frank Gappa who was the father of Marguerite (Gappa) Dale, wife of Dick Dale, longtime member of the Lawrence Welk orchestra. Dick Dale, whether playing in the orchestra, singing solos, performing as a member of a small ensemble, dancing, always showed amazing musical timing and accuracy. No wander he remained employed for such a long time!.--Walter Farwell.

Matt Gappa, b. February 24, 1842 - d. February 9, 1918.

farwellwalter — 18 May 2007 7:07:54 GMT

WHITTEMORE CHAMPION. February 14, 1918. "MATT GAPPA DIES IN DUBUQUE. Receives Injuries From Which He Died Last Saturday Afternoon at 2:30. Funeral Held in Whittemore This Morning".-- Word was received here Sunday of the sudden death of Matt Gappa at his home in Dubuque the day previous. He fell down the cellar stairs at his home and received injuries which casued his death. He had started down the stairs leading to the basement and slipped and fell to the bottom. Some ten years ago he suffered a stroke of apoplexy and it is thought that he might have had another stroke at this time which caused him to fall. Members of his family, who were in the house at the time, heard him gasp and then fall down the stairs. They rushed to his assistance and found him bleeding profusely from a deep scalp wound. An ambulance was called and Mr. Gappa was rushed to Mercy hospital where an examination revealed a bad fracture of the skull, and he died without regaining consciousness. The accident happened shortly before noon and at 2:30 he passed away.

Mr. Gappa was born in Germany on February 24, 1842, coming to the United States when twenty one years old. He lived for a short time in Philadelphia and then came west to Kossuth county. It was in this county, forty-four years ago, that he was united in marriage to Katherine Brass of the Irvington neighborhood. They later moved to the Fairville neighborhood where Mr. Gappa bought a farm. They lived there until eight years ago when they gave up active farm life and moved to Emmetsburg. They moved to Dubuque last May and have since made that place their home.

Beside his wife, Mr. Gappa is survived by nine children. They are Sadie Gappa who lives at home, Mrs. Fred Gremmels of Dubuque, Mrs. G.H. Darrow of Farmersburg, Iowa, Mrs. Oliver Blightan of Cylinder, Mrs. Oscar Root of Ruthven, Isadore and George of Ray, Minnesota, Matt Gappa of Emmetsburg, and John Gappa of Brushville, Minnesota.

Frank Gappa, who lives northwest of Whittemore is a brother of the deceased and John Gappa is a cousin. Another brother, Gregory, lives at El Reno, Oklahoma.

Mr. Gappa was one of the highly respected early settlers in this part of Iowa and was well and favorably known. The remains were brought to Whittemore yesterday morning and funeral services are to be held this morning at St. Michael's Catholic church, burial to be made in the cemetery north of town.

The family has the sympathy of their many friends in their hour of trouble.

N.B.: The "Frank Gappa" who lived northwest of Whittemore in 1918, died on May 5, 1932, and was the husband of Faustina (Kajewski) Gappa. Faustina (Kajewski) Gappa's obituary said that Faustina's sister had married Gregory Gappa of El Reno, Oklahoma....SO....We know that Frank, Matt and Gregory were brothers and we know that Frank's wife and Gregory's wife were sisters!

The John Gappa who was his cousin died in September 1931. When Jacob Gappa died in January 1938, his obituary said this John Gappa was a brother of Jacob.

Peter Gappa who had died on April 27, 1909 was a son of Matt Gappa.--Walter Farwell

John Gappa, born ca. 1855 - died September 1931.

farwellwalter — 18 May 2007 12:46:47 GMT

MARRIAGE RECORD from Palo Alto county, Iowa:
George Gappa married Mary Brenska; their son
JOHN GAPPA, 30, born in Prussia but now of Fairfield township -- married -- TILDA KLEIGL, 20, born in Wisconsin but now of Fairfield township, daughter of George Kleigle and Mary Domek; married on May 31, 1885 at Whittemore, Kossuth county, Iowa, by Rev.D. F. McCaffrey.

N.B.: In the 1915 Independence township state census, John said he had been in the United States for 35 years, and, in the State of Iowa for 35 years.--Walter Farwell

WHITTEMORE CHAMPION. September 16, 1931. "JOHN GAPPA DIES AT FAIRMONT. Long Time Resident of Fairfield Township Ill Short Time".-- Whittemore friends were grieved the first of the week to learn that John Gappa, a long time resident of Fairfield township, had died at Fairmont, Minnesota. Mention of Mr.Gappa's illness was made in these columns last week. At the time he was taken ill he was visiting at the home of his son, Charles Gappa, northwest of Whittemore, and it was thought then that his condition was serious, and he was moved to his home as soon as possible. He continued to grow worse until the end came. Mr. and Mrs. Gappa lived northwest of Whittemore for a number of years, retiring a few years ago and purchasing a home in Fairmont. That place has since been their home. It is understood that funeral services will be held Thursday morning at Fairmont. An obituary is not available for this issue.

WHITTEMORE CHAMPION. September 23, 1931. -- Several Whittemore relatives and friends were at Fairmont, Minnesota, last Thursday attending funeral services for John Gappa, mention of whose death was made in these columns last week. Mr. Gappa was nearly 80 years of age. He was born in Germany and came to America when 31 years of age. He worked as a farm hand for some time and later started farming for himself. In 1891 (sic) he was united in marriage with Miss Matilda Kleigl. Ten children were born to them, nine of whom survive. They are
1. Charles (Roman -- ? -- who was born circa 1886. W.F.) who lives on the home place in Independence township;
2. John, (born circa 1892. He married Josephine Haag, daughter of Peter and Josephine (Bonstetter) Haag from Guttenberg. W.F.)residing at Hollandale, Minnesota;
3. Herman (born circa 1900. W.F.)of Chicago;
4. Leo (born circa 1903. W.F.)of Independence township;
5. Mary -- Mrs. C. Hanson of Crystal Lake, Minnesota;
6. Rosa -- Mrs. Otto Hanson of Independence; (Palo Alto county birth records show a child born on Aug. 18, 1918.--W.F.)
7. Martha -- Mrs. Albert Walz of Hollandale; (Palo Alto birth records show a child born on March 21, 1918 to Martha Adalowse Gappa and Albert Henry Walz.--W.F.)
8. Elizabeth (born circa 1896. W.F.)of Hollandale, Minnesota;
9. Miss Leona (born circa 1907. W.F.)Gappa, who is at home with her parents.

Peter F. Gappa, b. March 8, 1889 (?) - d. Apr. 27, 1909

farwellwalter — 17 May 2007 12:51:24 GMT

WHITTEMORE CHAMPION. April 29, 1908. "Peter F. Gappa Dead".-- Tuesday morning Mr. and Mrs. Matt Gappa, of this city, were called upon to mourn the death of their son Peter F., who had been very ill for a month or more. Some time during the winter he was driving, and his team got stuck in a snow drift. He was alone and he carried the wagon box out of the snow. It is thought that he sprained himself internally in doing so. Subsequently he became ill and gradually failed. Ten or twelve days ago he underwent an opertion for appendicitis but he never fully recovered from the effects of his injury.

The deceased was born in Fairfield township March 8, 1889 (sic). Hence he was 20 years of age. His parents moved to Emmetsburg last fall. He was a hearty, vigorous, strong, industrious young man and he had, to all appearances, a bright and a successful future awaiting him. He was a young man of good habits and he enjoyed the friendship and the confidence of a large circle of friends and neighbors who knew him from childhood. His death, at such an early age, is a sad blow to his aged parents and to his other relatives. All have the sympathy of our citizens in their sorrows.--Emmetsburg Democrat.

The remains were brought to Whittemore today and laid to rest in the Catholic cemtery.

N.B.: I believe that the date of his birth is incorrect. I think it should have been March 8, 1883. His next older brother Matthew had been born on October 9, 1881. His next younger brother John J. was born June 26, 1884.--Walter Farwell

Anthony Kajewski, b. April 30, 1862 - d. January 3, 1929.

farwellwalter — 17 May 2007 12:29:49 GMT

WHITTEMORE COMPANION. January 16, 1929. "FUNERAL FOR MR. KAJEWSKI. Former Fairfield Township Farmer Buried in Whittemore Friday".--Funeral services for Anthony Kajewski, Sr., mention of whose death was made in these columns last week, were held Friday morning at St. Michael's Catholic church, the Rev. Father C. P. Sweeney officiating. Burial was made in the Catholic cemtery, north of Whittemore.

Mr. Kajewski was born in West Prussia, Germany, April 30, 1862, being thus nearly 67 years of age at the time of his death. He came to America in April, 1881, coming west to Kossuth county, in the vicinity of St. Joe. He remained there for some time, being employed upon farms, and it was there that he was united in marriage to Rose Ann Devine, who preceded him in death. The young people later moved to Fairfield township to make the family home for a long term of years. Mr. Kajewski had been in failing health for some time past. He was a kindly Christian gentleman, and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

As stated last week, he is survived by six sons, Enis, John Anthony, Frank, Edward and Joseph. The one daughter, Mrs. Harvey Oliver, died a few years ago. He is also survived by one brother, Ignatius Kajewski, of West Point, Nebraska; and two sisters, Mrs. Gregory Gappa, of El Reno, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Frank Gappa, of Whittemore.

Among those from out of town who came to attend the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Ed. McDonough, Harvey Oliver and Miss Irene Oliver, of Waseca, Minnesota. Numerous friends of the family and relatives from St. Joe and Livermore were also present.

N.B.: His sister, Mrs. Frank (Faustina) Gappa, was the grandmother of Mrs. Dick Dale, nee Margaret Gappa. Dick Dale has been seen on television for over 50 years every Saturday night as a musician in the Lawrence Welk orchestra.--Walter Farwell

Faustina (Kajewski) Gappa, b. Jan. 25, 1859 - d. Mar. 20, 1932.

farwellwalter — 14 May 2007 8:55:13 GMT

THE EMMETSBURG DEMOCRAT. March 24, 1932. "MRS. FRANK GAPPA, WHITTEMORE, DEAD. Mother of Eleven Sons and Daughters. Spent Nearly a Half Century in Fairfield Township".-- Mrs. Frank Gappa, long a resident of Fairfield township, passed away at her home at Whittemore Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock. She became ill the previous Tuesday. The funeral was held yesterday. Services were conducted in St. Michael's Catholic church at 9 o'clock. The pastor, Rev. Wm. Veit, officiated. The interment was in the parochial cemetery at that place. There was a large attendance of relatives, old neighbors and friends at the obsequires.

Faustina Kajewski was born in West Prussia, Germany, January 25, 1859. Hence she was 73 years of age. When a young girl she came to America with her parents, who located on a farm in Fairfield township, this county. She was married September 25, 1881, to Frank Gappa. Mr. and Mrs. Gappa resided on their farm in Fairfield township following their marriage until 1925, when they retired and moved to Whittemore. Mr. and Mrs. Gappa intended celebrating their golden wedding anniversary last September but were unable to do so because of the illness of Mr. Gappa, who is still bedfast.

Eleven sons and daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Gappa. One son, Ignatius, died in August 1931. The surviving members are Mrs. Harve Higley, Mrs. Frank Domek, Theodore and Tony Gappa, all of Cylinder; Andrew of Graettinger; Mrs. F. C Bailey and Mrs. A. H. Krause, both of Fenton; and Mrs. Thomas Ford, Frank Jr., and Miss Mary, all of Whittemore. Her death is also mourned by one brother, Ignatius Kajewski of West Point, Nebraska, and one sister, Mrs. Gregory Gappa of El Reno, Oklahoma.

Mrs. Gappa stood for the highest interests of home life in the community in which she spent nearly 50 years of her long and edifying life. She never lost sight of the special duty she owed as a mother and as a Christian exemplar to her large family of 11 sons and daughters. They profitted by her zeal and her true earnestness and are taking their places as useful citizens in the various industrial, social and religious activities in which they are applying themselves. Mrs. Gappa's trials and labors were greatly increased since the commencement of her husband's long and lingering illness and it is sad that she was called from his bedside when her loving care and attention were most needed. General and heartfelt sympathy goes out to Mr. Gappa and the members of his family in their present hours of sorrow.

N.B.: Mrs. Frank Gappa's granddaughter, Marguerite (Gappa) Dale, is the wife of Dick Dale, who for more than 50 years has been seen on the Lawrence Welk Saturday night television show on Iowa Public Television. Dick Dale joined Welk on Feb. 9, 1951; only Barney Liddell and Myron Floren could claim longer tenures with the Welk orchestra......Strangely, I cannot remember seeing Mrs. Dale and their four children, on the Welk Christmas show. Maybe, Mr. Welk did not want to chance the possibility of the Dale children recognizing their father as the Santa Claus?--Walter Farwell

re koenck

ElaineC59 — 10 May 2007 7:41:14 GMT

Craig,
I think we talked years ago about the Koenck family.Please contact me again. Thanks!
Elaine Koenck Clark

Langfitt, Koenck

Shirley Langfitt — 23 Jun 2001 3:32:38 GMT

I am looking for any Info on Langfitts or Koencks in Palo Alto County.

MARGARENT (O'BRIEN) KELLY OBIT

Karen Kelly — 19 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Dusold family

shelley367 — 24 Feb 2007 10:19:36 GMT

Would love an obit on Lewis. He was born in Kane Co Illinois to John George Dusold and Anne Welchborne.

1930 United States Federal Census

Name: Lewis J Dusold
Home in 1930: Mason City, Cerro Gordo, Iowa
Age: 66
Estimated birth year: abt 1864
Birthplace: Illinois
Relation to Head of House: Head
Spouse's name: Mary B
Race: White
Household Members: Name Age
Lewis J Dusold 66
Mary B Dusold 56
Berthold J J Dusold 20
Edward H Dusold 18

1920 United States Federal Census

Name: J Lewis Dusold
[J Louis Dusold]
Home in 1920: Ottosen, Humboldt, Iowa
Age: 56 years
Estimated birth year: abt 1864
Birthplace: Illinois
Relation to Head of House: Head
Spouse's name: B Mary
Father's Birth Place: Germany
Mother's Birth Place: Ireland
Marital Status: Married
Race: White
Sex: Male
Home owned: Own
Able to read: Yes
Able to Write: Yes
Household Members: Name Age
J Lewis Dusold 56
B Mary Dusold 44
M Cornelia Dusold 19
M Harriet Dusold 16
J Berthold Dusold 10
H Edward Dusold 8
J James Thorp 27
M Mary Thorp 20

1900 United States Federal Census

Name: Mary Dusold
Home in 1900: Wacousta, Humboldt, Iowa
Age: 25
Estimated birth year: abt 1875
Birthplace: Illinois
Relationship to head-of-house: Wife
Spouse's name: Lane J
Race: White
Household Members: Name Age
Lewis J Dusold 35
Mary Dusold 25
Cornel Dusold 3.12

Michael Conlon b. 1832 County Westmeath, Ireland m. Mary Jennings

MarilynGappa — 26 Jan 2007 11:43:30 GMT

Michael CONLON b. 1832 County Westmeath, Ireland m. Mary JENNINGS in Morris, Grundy Co, Illinois. They had 9 children, the first 4 were born in Grundy Co, Illinois, then 5 born in Palo Alto County, IA.
Margaret CONLON m. Thomas J. MILLER, 5 children
Katherine CONLON m. Phillip CULLEN
Thomas CONLON m. Nell GREELEY, 4 children
Mary Polly CONLON m. Frank HAND, 4 children
James CONLON m. Margaret NOLAN, 4 children
Michael CONLON m. Mame DOWN, 2 children
Bridget CONLON m. John WALDRON, 6 children
Elizabeth Eileen CONLON m. Patrick Joseph O’CONNOR, 6 children
Robert CONLON, died young

We are descended from Michael CONLON's brother Thomas CONLON and Anne MULDOON who were also born in Co Westmeath, Ireland.
Marilyn (Sause Conlon) Gappa
conlonm2003@yahoo.com

Thomas Conlon, b. 1835 County Westmeath, Ireland m. Anne Muldoon

MarilynGappa — 26 Jan 2007 11:40:28 GMT

Thomas CONLON married Anne MULDOON, m. 1 Feb. 1865 in Morris, Illinois. They had 5 children in Morris, Grundy Co, Illinois, then 4 children in Iowa.
Mary Ann CONLON m. Miles MAHAN, 8 children
Christy CONLON m. Margaret MALLOY, 5 children
(Chris 2nd m. Bertha PETERSON, 9 children)
Ellen CONLON m. Matt KILROY
John CONLON m. Mary Ann BRENNAN
Thomas Francis CONLON m. Carrie WALDRON
William CONLON m. Katherine
Patrick Francis CONLON m. Margaraet JACKMAN 1 child
Michael CONLON m. Jane KILEY
Agnes CONLON m. John HAMMES, 1 child

We are descendents of Chris CONLON and Bertha PETERSON
Would like to correspond with anyone connected.
Marilyn (Sause Conlon) Gappa
conlonm2003@yahoo.com

Could someone do an obit lookup....PLEASE??

justalilkindness — 17 Feb 2006 1:14:01 GMT

Hello, I was wondering if someone would be able to do a obit lookup for the two following people?

Della R. Reynolds died Jan 1994 in Emmetsburg or Graettinger.

William G. Reynolds died March 7, 1995 in Graettinger.

PALO ALTO/Emmetsburg paper/July 1922

vhouli — 5 Dec 2006 3:27:33 GMT

Seeking an article which appears to be front page in PALO ALTO/Emmetsburg newspaper from July 1922. All that I can obtain from this old article is: MRS. Wm. J. RYAN dies suddenly. Would love copy of the whole article, as part of mine is unreadable. Thank you for your help. Veronica

decendants of rufus a brownlee and mary e cox brownlee

nardocox — 29 Nov 2006 6:50:25 GMT

I,m a decendant of mary cox brownlee's older brother chauncy I'm trying to find any family or leo h brownlee charlotte marie brownlee last info I found is mallard palo alto 1930 and death leo h brownlee in 1995

Freedom township

Matt Wraith — 4 Jun 1999 12:00:00 GMT

There is a listing in the 1895 Iowa state census for
my Kamke ancestors. It says that they live in the township
of Freedom in Palo Alto county. I can't find Freedom on my map. Does anyone know where it is and what happened to it (i.e. did it change names, merge, turn into a ghost town, still there but doesn't show on my map and is 2 miles
east of Ruthven, etc.)?

Thankyou in advance for your help in this matter!

daughters of A.P. and Rachel Wagner Myers

Kouder — 17 Jan 2007 7:53:42 GMT

I have been searching for information on the youngest daughters of the Myers family and have had little luck. The women I am searching for are:
Henrietta L. Myers McNamara, b. 1900
Helen B. Myers Knapp, b. 1901
Regina "Jean?" Myers Brown, b. 1906
Delphine Myers Greggerson, b. 1915

They may have moved out of Palo Alto Co., which is why I am having trouble finding them. Thank you for your help!

Kliegle - Kleigle family

19HistoryGeek60 — 23 Dec 2006 3:53:24 GMT

Looking for information on George Kleigle (various spellings) .
Was born in Bireland, Bavaria around 1820. Appears as head of household in Palo Alto, Iowa in 1880. was married to "Mary" who was born in Prussia. Listed are children George, Joseph, Adam, Matilda, Frances, Annie, Martha, Sophronia, John, and Allen. Many of the children remained in Palo Alto and appear in 1900 and 1910 census.

I am researching son John who may have moved to Dunn County, Wisconsin.

Looking for biographical infomation on George, Mary and family and any information that might connect (or not) my John Kliegle with George Kleigle.

MY PALO ALTO COUNTY ROOTS

joeylibby1 — 31 Mar 2002 10:03:34 GMT

My great-grandparents, Nicholas (1847-1937)and Elizabeth (nee KALEN)(1858?-1923)SCHUMACHER farmed at Mallard and are buried at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery there.

Nick and Lizzie's children:
Lucy Schumacher (1878?-1939) who married Nicholas LAUBENTHAL. Their offspring included HALSTEAD, WICHMAN, MARNACH, SCHEALLER, SCHNEIDER, NOLAN, OLSON, CARRIGAN, ADAMS, LANCASTER, GOEDERS, AND SMITH families;
Mary Schumacher (1880-1968) who married Charles J. KUNZ (1881-1960). Their offspring included LEUER, HARM, MERGEN, FITZPATRICK, and MCMAHON families;
Anna Schumacher (1887-1960) who married Cornelius GIRRES (1875/7-1944). Their offspring included CLARK, KLIEGL, and JOYNT families;
Joseph Schumacher (1888-1964) who married Millie GALLAGHER (1890-1975). Their offspring included KEMPTON and YOCUM families;
Louis Schumacher (1889-1943) who married Hazel DRAMAN (1894-1978). Their offspring included MOLACEK, WILLENBERG, WILSON, and SUSS families; and
Leonard Schumacher, Sr. (1897-1947) who married Mary BRADLEY (1902-1977). Their offspring included OLSON, MEISSNER, WEINZETL, BURYANEK, SELIGA, O'CONNOR, and ZYLSTRA families.

I also have Palo Alto County relatives with roots in Emmetsburg and West Bend.

looking for james coleman young

andieyoung68 — 18 Oct 2006 6:24:41 GMT

i am looking for my grandfather james coleman young ( jiggs)who was raised by a family of ayrshire, ia , i believe my father james michael young buried him there. my grandfather had 7 brothers , don, wayne, babes, i dont know of any other names. don young however had a son named bill. if someone could help me i can be reach via email andie_6688@yahoo.com

seeking Daniel Ryan, esq.=researching Phillips, Ryan, Cudahy

veronica — 30 Aug 2006 8:04:32 GMT

Daniel Ryan, esq. was researching PHILLIPS, RYAN, CUDAHY and KLIEGL families. Want to get in touch with him. His e-mail on Celtic Cousins site is no longer valid. Related to Phillips family and have these others in family line. Please contact me. Veronica

Jacobson

Judith Cassem — 30 Apr 2005 1:02:58 GMT

I am looking for any information concerning the Sevein Jacobson/Jacobsen family of Palo Alto Co, Iowa. In 1895 the family lived in Cylinder, Fairfield Twp, IA.
The family consists of:
Jacobson, Sevein b. abt 1850--Norway
Julia b. abt 1857--Norway
Jennie b. abt 1880--IA
John b. abt 1883--IA
Sarah b. abt 1886--IA
Martha b. abt 1890--IA
Clara b. abt 1892--IA
Peter b. abt 1894--IA

Thanks, Judy

Searching info on Thomas J. White

Judy — 13 May 2002 3:33:23 GMT

I am seeking information on a Thomas J White born in Sept. 1869 in Iowa. When he was 11 years old I believe he lived with relatives by the name of Mulroney. He was married to Maggie E. His children were Joseph, Helen, Harold P., and Vincent. I believe his daughter Helen was my grandmother. If anyone has any info please get back with me.

Thank you.

Judy

J. P. Crowley

pcm01 — 5 Jul 2006 9:31:31 GMT

I am Peter Crowley Mulroney and J. P. Crowley is my paternal great grandfather, and married into the White family (his wife Mary E.) which originally settled in Damariscotta Maine. Other White surnames of interest back in Maine are Powers, Furlong and Redmore. The fact that JP had 4 daughters (and one son who did not live to adult hood) expired the Crowley name on this line.

Normadine Leo

L_Gerleman — 25 May 2006 11:17:57 GMT

Normadine Leo 1919-2006

PANORA -- Funeral service for Normadine Leo of Yale, and formerly from Curlew, is 10:30 a.m. today, Tuesday, May 23, at the Yale United Methodist Church.

Burial will be in the Richland Township Cemetery, near Bagley. The Beidelman-Twigg Funeral Home, Panora, is in charge of arrangements.

Normadine Leo, 86, daughter of John and Mildred (Emerick) Schutz, was born Oct. 2, 1919, in Curlew. She died Friday, May 19, 2006, at the Rowley Memorial Masonic Home in Perry.

She graduated from Mallard High School in 1937. She then graduated from the Academy of Beauty Culture, Sioux City, in 1938. She worked as a beautician with her aunt at the Elite Beauty Parlor in Grand Junction until 1941,

On June 8, 1941, Normadine married N. Victor Leo at the Methodist Church in Grand Junction. They made their home near Jamaica. In 2000, she moved to the Rowley Masonic Home, Perry.

Normadine enjoyed square dancing, playing bridge and pinochle, roller skating, fishing, crocheting, golf and winter trips to Arizona.

She was a member of the Yale United Methodist Church, the Eastern Star, Pythian Sisters, Past Chiefs and Past Matrons, the Ladies Aid Society, WSCS, and UMW. She was a Den Mother for the Scouts and a member of the Farm Bureau Bowling Team.

Surviving are her sons, Ron (Virginia) Leo of Adel, John (Karen) Leo of Panora, and Roger (Nancy) Leo of Fort Dodge; 13 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Also surviving are a daughter-in-law, Linda Leo of Panora; and a brother, Robert Schutz of Mallard.

Mrs. Leo was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, N. Victor Leo; a son, James Leo; and three brothers.

Drummy/Drummey

k.drummey — 15 Mar 2005 4:46:47 GMT

Am seeking connection or info re: John Drummy (spouse Mary E. Mclaughlin) of Emmetsburg (grocer & restauranteur) who came from Castle Grove, IA, Dubuque, IA, Green County, WI. I believe he was the son of John and Bridget Drummy / Drummey who are buried at Calvary in Monroe, WI.

Benjamin Beach family - Ayrshire 1892-1892

mjancestor2 — 7 Apr 2006 9:09:37 GMT

Looking for info on the Beach family, that lived briefly in Palo Alto County, probably 1892-1896.

Benjamin Beach, b. June 1870, WI
wife Harriet (Hattie Humphrey) Beach b. June 1870, WI
Benjamin was a farmer.

Children:
Elmer Beach
born Jan 5 1892 Spring Prairie, WI
Death Date: 17 Jul 1902 Walworth Co., WI

George Humphrey Beach
Born July 1893 Ayrshire, Palo Alto Co., IA
Death Date: 12 Oct 1905 Walworth Co., WI

Hattie Mae
born Dec 17 1894 Iowa - probably Ayrshire
died March 30, 1978 in Florida

Frederick Delbert
born Aug 10, 1896, in WI - probably Walworth Co.
died June 21, 1083

I'm looking for birth records, birth announcements, platt book records, a reason they were in Palo Alto Co?
Wife Hattie had diabetes, so was there a medical facility there?
Any farm records?
I have census, etc. Need "hands on" info.

Many thanks!

Obituaries: Xenophon and Jane Rhoda (Jennie) Loomis

Wanna7 — 7 Dec 2005 10:12:19 GMT

I am looking for copies of the obituaries of Xenophon Loomis and his wife Jane Rhoda Loomis. Xenophon died on 25 Feb 1894 at his home in Booth Township. Jane Rhoda (aka Jennis) Loomis died on 2 Nov 1925. I believe she was living in Ayrshire at the time of her death.

Any help is much appreciated.

R.D. Martin & Jennie Martin

SWhiteOwl — 5 Mar 2006 8:23:30 GMT

Looking for any info. Jennie was married first to James Corum and had my grandmother Clara & Lawrence. Jennie Re-married to a R.D. Martin and bore William O'Bradley 11-16-1895: Ethel Jane 7-6-1898: R.D. (girl) 4-16-1902: Florence 5-20-1905: Flora 9-26-1900: Richard Theodore 8-27-1907: Robert Julian (Julio) 6-1-1909.
Thanks

KILBOURN

jmom1 — 22 Feb 2002 9:56:28 GMT

LOOKING FOR DESCENDENTS OF FRANK AND ANNA OSTROM KILBOURN, MARRIED IN ABT 1889 AND LIVED IN WEST BEND AREA,PALO ALTO COUNTY,IOWA

Leishman/Mather

jasdlc — 26 Nov 2005 1:30:26 GMT

Hello all:
As a Christmas surprise for a friend, I thought I would try to track down some of his ancestors..so he would understand my 'hobby'!!

I just found this about his ancestor's marriage in Ontario, Canada:
Samuel George CARR , 30 , farmer , Brant Co., South Dumfries , .... married Janet McKay LEISHMAN , 24 , born Iowa USA , d/o Andrew LEISHMAN & Ann MATHER , ..married 27 May 1908 at South Dumfries, (Ontario, Canada)

With the clue of Janet's 'birth in Iowa' and her 'father's name of Andrew, and mother, Ann MATHER', I found on Ancestry.com, the 1895 census of Independence, Palo Alto, Janet's 'suspected' family....(Janet is age 11, born in Palo Alto)

I would love to be able to confirm the connection.
Can anyone help me expand on the family details? Can I find Janet's birth details?
Anyone seeking these names?

Thanks for your help and suggestions.........
Best to all from Canada,
Judy

CONLON, Patrick (Thomas and Michael from Co. Westmeath, Ireland)

MarilynGappa — 9 Sep 2006 4:34:22 GMT

In the 1880 Census, Palo Alto County, IA, is this Patrick CONLON and his family related to Michael and Thomas? (they are brothers born in Ireland and some of their children born in Illinois and the rest born in Palo Alto County, Iowa)

Patrick CONLON 45, Ireland
Ellen CONLON 40, Ireland
Maria A CONLON 16, Illinois

Palmer-Emmetsburg

Tim — 27 Mar 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for descendants, if any, or information on D.M. Palmer, lived in Emmetsburg 1905-? Believe mother was Winnie Pfifer Palmer Briggs Beebe. Had brother Charles who lived in MN, and sister known only as Mrs John Wean of Chicago.
Related via the Beebe line, have family information to share.
Thank you.
timmy161@yahoo.com

CONLON, Thomas and Michael from Co. Westmeath, Ireland

MarilynGappa — 9 Sep 2006 4:34:22 GMT

Thomas CONLON and Anne (MULDOON/MULDUNE) parents of 9 children, some born in Illinois, some in Iowa:

1) Mary Ann (CONLON) m. Miles MAHAN, 8 children: Miles Edward, Agnes Genevieve SULLIVAN, Mary Esther, Gertrude M. JACKSON, a son, Thomas George, Anna Loretta, a baby.

2) Chris CONLON b.2-15-1867 d.5-30-1936 1st m. Margaret (MOLLLOY) b.5-3-1867 m.11-23-1887, d.6-1-1904, 5 children: William, Raymond, Frank, Charlie, Bob. Chris CONLON 2nd m. Bertha K. (PETERSON) b.1883 Schleswig Holstein, m.1-7-1907? d.6-1967. 9 children: Edward, Margarine, Jim, Marie BAXTER, Harry, Maurice, Irene CHRISTIANSEN, Joe CONLON, Dorothy MOLLOY.

3) Ellen CONLON b.1866? m. Matthew KILROY

4) John CONLON b.1868 m. Mary Ann (BRENNAN) (1870-1948) 9 children: Cyril, Loretta, Leo John, James Francis, Joseph Elmer, Harold Michael, William Joseph, Coletta Elizabeth, Raymond Patrick.

5) Thomas Francis CONLON b.1870 ILL.d.8-4-1959 m.Caroline Gertrude (Carrie) WALDRON.1878 m.2-17-1986, d.1947.They had 9 children: Charles Sylvester, Thomas Adelbert, Clarence Harold, Hazel Agnes DERRIG, Donald E, Luella Frances DERRIG, Melvin Cletus, Lee, Ester Elliott.

6) William Conlon b.1873? m. Kate (SELLE?) b.1876 d.7-6-1898 1 child?

7) Patrick Francis Conlon b.4-17-1876, Palo Alto County, IA d.5-16-1952, m. Margaret Maggie (JACKMAN) b.2-28-1874. 1 daughter.

8) Michael E. CONLON b.5-4-1880? d.5-8-1948. m. Jane A. (KILEY) b.8-31-1888 m.1905, d.3-31-1958

9) Agnes (CONLON) 1882-1975 m. John HAMMES 1893-1954. 1 daughter.

McKee Clan

D_Dubrucq — 10 Sep 2005 8:40:41 GMT

I have a cousin who married Kenneth McKee, son of Luman A. and Gertrude (Goff) McKee. Kenneth passed away this past week and I started researching his lineage. So far, I have found what I believe to be his grandparents: Dalton Hubbard McKee and Susan Ellen Gilliam. According to census records, Dalton and Susan had the following children: Carrie (step child) b. abt 1870, George H (May 1877), and Luman A. (Jun 1882).

Here are the locations of the census records I found on Dalton:
1880 - IA - Liberty Twp, Jefferson County, Iowa - page 445b
1900 - IA - Nevada, Palo Alto County, Iowa - 7a
1910 - IA - Lake Twp, Clay County, Iowa - 183a
1930 - Twp 2, Merced County, California - 146b

In addition, here are the locations for the census records I found on George H. McKee:
1880 - same
1900 - same
1910 - Highland Twp, Palo Alto County, Iowa - page 86a
1930 - Twp 2, Merced County, California - 146b

In addition, I have found Luman only on the 1920 census records in Eau Claire, Wisconsin - page 1a

.... anyone that has additional information, I would greatly appreciate some assistance. My cousin Nita is 85 and I would like to provide to her and her children Kenneth's family picture.

Thank you in advance for your assistance. Debbie

Ulric Gillapsies Edgington

KenEckert77 — 7 Jul 2001 8:41:26 GMT

Ward, Fish, Fowler

L_Gerleman — 25 May 2006 11:17:57 GMT

Searching for any family in Palo Alto County in the Mallard area. James A. WARD, Mattie FISH, George Sherman EMERICK, Lucinda FOWLER. All are buried in the Mallard area, these are ggrandparents. My mother is an Emerick, my grandmother is a Ward. Thanks for any info. Lee Ann

Col Edwin S Ormsby Biography

joynt — 22 Jun 2001 12:54:27 GMT

KOENCK/KOEHNK/KOENK from Emmetsburg

djchrist — 6 Jul 2003 5:22:34 GMT

Hi listers. I am trying to find the brother of my ggg grandfather. His name was Gustav or August Koenk and settled in the Emmetsburg area. I cannot find him listed on census records and am dying to find out any information about him and/or his family. My ggg grandfather was Charles Koenck, who settled in Crawford County, Iowa, and another brother, Otto Koehnk, came over and settled in the Everly, Iowa, area. The three brothers came over at different times, hence the three spellings of the name. I would greatly appreciate any information anyone can give me. Thank you!

Patricia Mae Emerick Gerleman

Lee Ann Gerleman — 27 Jan 2004 1:21:23 GMT

Patricia M. Gerleman, 74, passed away at her home on October 2, 2003. She was a very loving and compassionate wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is survived by her husband, Herman Lou Gerleman; son, Steven (Louanna) Gerleman; daughter, Lee Ann Gerleman; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Patricia was born to Charles and Alice Emerick on May 29, 1929 in Mallard , Iowa. Lou and Pat were married on July 27, 1946. She loved to knot, crochet, and swim at the YMCA.
Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 am on October 7, 2003 at Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home. Inurnment is at the Shrine of Remembrance Mausoleum. Colorad Springs, Colorado.

Doty and Stover familys from Palo Alto Co.

Barbara (kuhn) Diveney — 30 Nov 2002 9:13:07 GMT

I have family information concerning the Doty's and Stover's families from Rodman,Iowa
My grandmother was a Doty and her sister was married to a Stover.

Frank P. Cox Violin Builder

markb7765 — 10 Jul 2005 10:06:01 GMT

Hi,
I am looking for any information on Frank P. Cox. He lived in Ayrshire town during the late '30s and early '40s. Found him and his wife Lottie and daughter Mildred in the 1930 census. Am extremely interested in his violin making. I recently purchase 5 of his violins dated from 1938 thru 1941. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Mark

William (Will) Hester

Diane — 9 Jul 2005 8:15:29 GMT

I am looking for an obit for William Hester that died August 8, 1906. It is a possiblilty that he was the father of my husband's grandmother Lulu May Hester Rowse. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Palo Alto Co. public records

Katie_Ouderkirk — 16 May 2005 4:51:33 GMT

I was wondering if anyone has contact information for the courthouse, public library or churches in Emmetsburg and Ruthven. Thanks!

Obit Lookup in Emmetsburg, Please

sumbodyzbrat — 22 Nov 2005 3:31:19 GMT

Hello,
Was wondering if someone could possibly do a obit lookup for me for John T. ( Full name was Jonathan T.) Michael who passed September 27, 1933 in Emmetsburg, Iowa and is buried in the Graettinger City Cemetery ,Grattinger, Palo Alto, Iowa.

Thanks

Jamese HIggins last known Emmetsburg Iowa

Denise — 10 Apr 2003 8:29:16 GMT

I am searching for my great-grandfather James Higgins. He was married to Elizabeth A born about 1842. They had Mary F (born 1864), Katie M (born 1866)-she is my greatgrandmother, Thomas W (born 1869), Patrick H (born 1872), and James J (born 1874).

I believe that James died between 1874 and 1880 as in the 1880 census, Elizabeth A is remarried to E Pinto and there is another child - Dolly Pinto 4/12. In the 1880 census, they are living in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto County, Iowa. I have not had time to look through the 1870 census as yet so I am not sure where they were prior to 1880. I have look through as many Palo Alto cemeteries that are published but have not found him as yet.

Any information is appreciated.

Thomas Currans and Alice R. Brennan

John and Carol Brennan — 24 Jan 2001 12:00:00 GMT

We are looking for info on the descendants of Thomas Currans and Alice R. Brennan of Palo Alto county. Alice was the daughter of Martin F. Brennan and Anna V. Breen.

Bradley / Mahan

Michael Blair — 15 Feb 2002 5:33:42 GMT

I am researching a line of my family and need some help. Can you tell me anything about this line and if I have the Kids right?

James Lawrence Mahan married Alice Josephine Bradley when???
B: August 05, 1902 B:July 22, 1904
D: October 08, 1966 d:August 19, 1979

Cemetaries Near Graettinger

PJ — 26 Aug 2004 9:57:21 GMT

I would appreciate knowing the name of the cemetary located West of Graettinger, the one with the delightful little Lutheren Church. Thank you!!

Lyman Barringer Diary

jbbeals — 11 Sep 2001 5:32:03 GMT

My great uncle Lyman Barringer kept a diary in the late 1800s. This diary includes many names and local history of Palo Alto County, Iowa, and Adams County, Wisconsin. I have recently put online a website dedicated to Lyman and the diaries that may be of interest to researchers. The website address is: http://lymanbarringer.homestead.com/enter.html.

Edward Postel-census lookup

dauber1 — 26 Dec 2001 3:48:50 GMT

There was an Edward Postel who was supposed to be living in Emmetsburg for a short time, and I was wondering if someone could look in the 1920 census to see if he is listed there. Wife should be Rose, not sure if there are children. Also, they may be there in the 1910 and 1915.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Theresa dauber@netins.net

Gunellia (Gjerde) Smith 1908-2005

Volunteer — 4 Mar 2005 6:33:59 GMT

Gunellia (Gjerde) Smith, age 96, was born to Ole & Ellen Gjerde in Cylinder, Iowa, on May 30, 1908. She died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on February 18, 2005. Survived by Maurice, her loving husband of 66 years; and daughters, Evelyn (Les) Axdahl, Maurine (Sheldon) Johnson, Karen (Mark) Hyland; 9 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren with a 20th to be born in April. Several nieces and nephews and many friends. Preceded in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Linda Kay; 1 sister and 3 brothers. Memorials preferred to Holy Triune Lutheran Church. Interment Hillside Cemetery. Funeral service Monday, February 21, 11 am at Holy Triune Lutheran Church, 1114 22nd Ave. at Fillmore St. NE, Mpls.

Washburn-McReavy Columbia Heights Chapel 41st & Central Ave. NE in charge of arrangements.

Published in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on 2/20/2005.

Hazelle A. Bertoglio

jerryRiessen45 — 27 Mar 2002 4:26:31 GMT

Hazelle A. Bertoglio, 93, of Palm Desert, California died March 3, 2000, in Rancho Mirage.

She was born July 3, 1906, to Olaf and Mathilda Gulbransen Anderson in Emmetsburg, Iowa.

She was a registered nurse for 56 years. She most recently worked for Palm Springs Clinic and the Desert Regional Medical Center. She was also a volunteer at the Joslyn Senior Center.

She is survived by a daughter, Virginia Tarquinio of Chatsworth.

Memorial services were held at Ramon Chapel, 69855 E. Ramon Road in Cathedral City. Internment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale.

John J McDonald & Agnes McCoy

Sharon McDonald — 26 Jan 2005 11:51:20 GMT

My Greatgrandparents are John J McDonald & Agnes McCoy. John died in 1922 in Emmetsburg. He was a carpenter in Emmetsburg. I am looking for the circumstances around his death -- cause, anything. Any information would be helpful on John and Agnes...Thanks

the MYERS family of Emmetsburg

Katie_Ouderkirk — 12 Jan 2005 5:20:10 GMT

I was wondering if anyone has any information on the Albert Peter (A.P.) and Rachael Wagner Myers family. A.P. was born 1861 in Wisconsin, and his wife was born Nov 1871 in Iowa, probably P.A. county. They married in 1889 and had 12 kids between the years 1890 and 1915.

My great-grandmother was Rose Ellen Myers Nitchals, b. 03 Feb 1893 and died 22 Apr 1922. She died of pneumonia, and left behind 4 kids, aged 2, 3, 4, and 5. If anyone has access to her marriage certificate to Louis Aaron Nitchals, I believe they were married at the Catholic church in Emmetsburg in late 1915 or early 1916.

Thank you so much!

Obit of Mary (Quinn) Bradley

Don W. Bradley — 18 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Coon family in Great Oak township, Palo Alto Iowa

MaggieJones24 — 13 Jun 2006 5:00:33 GMT

I am looking for cemetery information for Jacob Homer Coon born March 1865 in Piatt County, Illinois and his wife Sophia Bach born July 1868 in Alsacs Lorraine (France or Germany depending on what time in history). They lived in Palo Alto, Iowa from before 1910 thru the 1930 census. Any help would be appreciated.

Michael and William CONLON, b about 1873 and 1878, Palo Alto Co, IA

MarilynGappa — 9 Sep 2006 4:34:22 GMT

Who did Michael CONLON marry?
(son of Thomas CONLON and Anne MULDUNE) Did they have children?
Another son, William CONLON married a Katherine. What was her last name and did they have children?
We descend from Christie CONLON and Bertha (PETERSON), through their son Ed CONLON (1907-2004).
Thank you

Frederick PETERSON m. Marie (FREDERICKSEN), daughter Bertha (PETERSON) CONLON

MarilynGappa — 9 Sep 2006 4:34:22 GMT

Edna Weir gave me some PETERSON family information. Would like to exchange info on Bertha (PETERSON) CONLON (1883-1967) and her parents, 16 siblings, and descendents.
She was mother of Ed CONLON and his siblings.
Thank you,
Marilyn (SAUSE CONLON) GAPPA

Nellie Conlon Kilroy

MarilynGappa — 9 Sep 2006 4:34:22 GMT

Are Nellie CONLON and Ellen CONLON the same person? I have them both as daughters of Thomas CONLON and Anne (MULDUNE/MULDOON).
Nellie married Matt KILROY. Did they have children?
Did Mike CONLON (son of Thomas CONLON and Anne MULDUNE) marry a Virginia, or did he marry Jane (KILEY) ? Did they have children?
Another son, William CONLON married a Katherine. What was her last name and did they have children?
We descend from Christie CONLON. Was he Christopher?
Thank you.

Kamp obituary

Judy Zervas — 12 Dec 2004 10:15:37 GMT

I would appreciate a copy of the obituary for Lee George Kamp, d. 1 Jan 1981 in Graettinger, and for his wife, if his obituary gives her information.
Thank you

Patten/Kleiber

LoisPalecek51 — 20 Feb 2005 3:35:02 GMT

Am looking for anyone with a connection to Alfred Ellsworth Patten d. 04 Aug 1919 in Emmetsburg - wife, Alma J. Kleiber, d. Jan 07, 1886. They had children: Warren Ellsworth - married Mildred Rumpf; Leslie A. b. 1892; Hazel R. b. 1898 married Ed Strom.

Obit of John Rogers - 1917

joynt — 22 Jun 2001 12:54:27 GMT

Grandparents David Rose and FlorenceFinn

Cherie Stewart — 20 Oct 2004 12:09:28 GMT

Sorry, no dates yet, Looking for grandparents information, David Rose, son of Jack Rose and Bessy Green, known to have lived in Minnesota. Florence Finn, daughter of George Finn and Nancy.....hoping that names might jog a memory.
More later.

KILBOURNE

judy frerichs — 11 Apr 2002 9:06:10 GMT

LOOKING FOR ANY INFO OF KILBOURNES IN WEST BEND --ROLF AREA............THANK YOU .JUDY

Decendants of Hulda Marie Larsen of Torslev Denmark

Mette Kjul Pedersen — 11 Oct 2004 7:13:29 GMT

Hello

I'm looking for descendants of Hulda Marie Larsen. She was born 24/3-1888 in Torslev, Hjorring, Denmark. Her parents were Kristian Peter Larsen and Jensine Jensen.

On 4/11-1903 she went to Ruthven, Iowa, USA. I don't know if she made it. Please help me to find out what happened to her.

Thank you!

Mette Kjul Pedersen
Denmark

Rev. Kelly (1865-1941)

Julia_C — 1 Sep 2004 3:09:39 GMT

Looking for parents and obit of Rev. Kelly. He was born in Ireland 2-2-1865 and died in Graettinger, IA 2-13-1941. He is buried in St. Jacob's cemetery in Graettinger, IA

obits on Jondahl

KLSchmitt — 16 Jun 2006 6:22:03 GMT

Hi, I hope to find obituaries on
DELBERT P JONDAHL 09 Aug 1907 03 Apr 1976
JOYCE JONDAHL 19 Feb 1911 Jul 1977

the were from Ruthven, Iowa

Could someone please do an obit lookup for me ?

MM — 19 Aug 2004 12:27:37 GMT

Obit Lookup Please... Palo Alto County, Iowa 1933

MM — 19 Aug 2004 12:21:15 GMT

CEMETERIES NEAR GRAETTINGER

rlcpacbac — 15 Oct 2003 2:22:37 GMT

If you were Norwegian and died in Graettinger in the early 1900's, what cemetery would you most likely be buried in? Also, if you died in Rodham, what cemetery would you most likely be buried in? Searching for 2 Christensen babies. Any help appreciated.

olof hanson-edward berg from norway

gk_2000 — 27 Aug 2003 5:02:29 GMT

my olof came from norway. only information I have so far is 1930 census from wibaux montana. 46 years old, wife tora(lora) ?? he came over with a cousin called edward k. berg, my grandfather. any information on either would be greatly appriciated

Hester Family Information

dcrooks45 — 16 Mar 2005 4:02:44 GMT

I am looking for information on the parents of Lula/Lula May Hester. She was born in 1885, but don't have records of where. In her obit it is noted that her parents were Mr. & Mrs. John Hester. I have found records of John Hester in PaloAlto County. Can anyone help?

Obit of Russell E. O'Dell

Matt O'Dell — 9 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Juliana Wright / James Spaulding

RodiLee — 3 Oct 2005 4:55:40 GMT

I am looking for anyone who may have this couple as relatives. They in Palo Alto Co Iowa