Grand Traverse - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Stevens - Carlton Olney & Dorothy Bigger

MHWorkman — 13 Oct 2008 2:46:57 GMT

Searching for descendants of Carlton Olney STEVENS, son of Lyman Stevens and Beulah Ann BENNETT, born 30 June 1900 in Grant Township and died 26 Feb 1967 in Traverse City. He married 12 Oct 1918, Dorothy BIGGER, who died in 1964. Their children included: Carmen (married Nelson JOHNSTON), Carol (married Robert HAINES), Beulah (married Ernest JAKIELEK), Marylea (married Orian CRANDALL), Phyllis and Ronald (died 1976).

Charles Steele obit, 1972

CGHOFFM — 12 Jul 2008 4:33:55 GMT

I'm looking for an obit, or the info it contains, on Charles Austin Steele. According to the Soc. Sec. Death Index, he was living in Interlochen, Grand Traverse Co., MI, when he died July 14, 1972. He was buried in Almer Twp. Cemetery, Tuscola Co., MI.

I found a reference that says a wife survived him, but I don't know her name. Surviving daughters were Cressy Koch and Charlene Kurtansky.

I'd appreciate any help.

Carrie M. HARVEY b. 1870 MI d. 1961 Traverse City, MI

JayCeeNJJ — 8 Sep 2008 7:52:46 GMT

Looking to connect with anyone who might be researching or have information about this family. This is the information I have:

Source: IGI Marrige Records - familysearch.org
Walter A. HENRY parents Walter D. HENRY & Fredrica BYSWINGER
Carrie M. HARVEY parents HARVEY & NEWBERRY (no given names recorded)
24 DEC 1889 Kalamo, Eaton, MI
------------------------------
Index: SAGINAW NEWS
 Friday, April 14, 1961 (B8)
Name: HENRY, CARRIE
Spouse's Name: WALTER
Married: 12/24/1889
Spouse's Death: 00/00/1954
Age: 90 Date of Birth: Saturday, Sep 24, 1870
Place of Birth: HARRISVILLE, MI
Date of Death: Friday, April 14, 1961
Place of Death: TRAVERSE CITY, MI
Miscellaneous
Year moved to US/Saginaw: CADILLAC 1959
Cemetery: ROSELAWN
Church: JEFFERSON AVE. METH.
Funeral Home: CASE
------------------------------
Index: SAGINAW NEWS
 Wednesday, February 10, 1954 (14, 43)
Name: HENRY, WALTER A.
Spouse's Name: CARRIE M. HARVEY
Married: 12/24/1889
Age: 87 Date of Birth: Tuesday, Nov 6, 1866
Place of Birth: WEST CHESTER, PA
Date of Death: Tuesday, Feb 9, 1954
Place of Death: SAGINAW, MI
Miscellaneous
Cemetery: ROSELAWN
Misc: EMPLOYED BY WICKES BROTHERS CORP. FOR ABOUT 60 YEARS
Funeral Home: CASE

Thanks for any insight you can provide
JC Henry

Looking for Charles Broomhead (1826 - 1872)

Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. — 13 Oct 2001 11:38:50 GMT

I am looking for information on Charles Broomhead. He and his wife Susanah (sp?) lived in the Traverse City area of Michigan at the 1870 census. They were born in England and had 2 children born in Canada West and 3 born in Michigan. I would like to know when/how they came from England, etc.

Thank you for any help.

HALL marriage LOOKUP please

becky1 — 24 Sep 2008 3:52:55 GMT

Looking for any information on marriage about 1862 for Alice Adelphine Brooks to Oscar Alonzo Hall. Alice last found on 1860 Grand Traverse census living with her sister Frances Ellen and sister's husband German Button.
1st child Ida Bell was born in 1862 and Alice was on 10 July 1860 census unmarried. Alice Brooks would have been 15-16 when married to Oscar. Would very much appreciate any help with this. Thanks, Becky

Clemencia (Wright) Gibson

eswaneee_1 — 24 Feb 2008 2:27:18 GMT

I am looking for the obituary of Clemencia Gibson who died on Nov. 12, 1998 in Traverse City Michigan. She was married to a Leroy Gibson.

Thanks,

Eric Swanson

Rescued Photo, PRASHIL Grand Traverse Co. MI

KBarnes1958 — 12 Aug 2008 12:24:28 GMT

I rescue old photos that have identification on them. I'm holding one of a girl who is graduating from 8th grade. She is identified as M.V. Prashil.

In the 1900 census, there's a little girl named Mary Prashil who is 8 years old, but then doesn't show up in a later Michigan census. Also in the same census, is a little girl-2 years old, named, Maricie, daughter of Charles & Anna. In 1910, she's shown as Mamie. My best guess is this girl is Mamie and she's in the photo.

She's in white and the dress is tea length. She's holding flowers and her diploma is on the stand next to her. Eighth grade would make her about 13 years old. It was taken by Smith & Price of Traverse City.

Charles, is listed as being from Austria, others with the same name, Bohemia. The rest were born in Michigan.

My goal is to get this into the hands of family or a serious researcher. For details on how to obtain it, contact me at: digginroots@yahoo.com

Kathy

Cemetery photos

swolfy — 3 Sep 2007 1:55:56 GMT

I have photos taken at Acme Township cemetery as I was on vacation there this past week. (My favorite thing to do when on vacation!) Unfortunately I couldn't do the entire cemetery. Contact me at swolfy@charter.net if interested.
Shawna
Grand Rapids, MI

Traverse City Asylum

Lisa — 11 Mar 2006 2:30:03 GMT

My Gr-Gr-grandfather was committed to the hospital and died there. We have a death certificate, but do not know where he would have been buried. The family could not afford to bring him back home. Where were the patients buried if they weren't taken by their families?

Minnie Mack

jungleskippererin — 2 Jul 2008 10:44:45 GMT

I'm hoping that someone can help me. I've been trying to trace my family and am getting stuck. I know that Minnie Mack was born in Kingsley, MI in 1881. Her parents were Anna Reich (or Rieck, we're not sure) and William Mack. If anyone has any information on this family, please let me know!!

looking for info on Alma Long or Alma GOOD Vandyke

daninor — 14 May 2008 6:29:42 GMT

I'm hoping someone can find a day of death and or a obit for--

ALMA LONG 13 Jan 1892- Jul 1971 49684 (Traverse City, Grand Traverse, MI

Sorry, i don't the day she died or where she is buried.

I'm not certain, but i think this person could be the same as Alma GOOD who 1st married Joseph Vandyke.

sincerely grateful for any assistance

Claude Franklin Walter

bjburns — 5 Feb 2008 5:58:24 GMT

Looking for any information on Claude Franklin Walter b. 23 Apr 1892 who had a son Claude Franklin, Jr. who was b. 16 Sep 1925 and d. 15 Oct 1996 in Traverse City. I have just started looking up my family. Claude Sr. is the only brother that my Grandfather (Truman W. "Shorty" Walter) had and I have no other information on that side of the family. If you or anyone that you know has any information on this family please contact me. bjburns@i2k.com

William Andrew Stearns

lisalund59 — 26 Apr 2008 2:05:38 GMT

I have been doing research on this family, including his children Isabelle and Chilton. I understand he was a large lumber merchant from the Ionia/ Montcalm area and may have owned land in Kalkaska and Grand Traverse counties. If anyone has information on him, please contact me. Thank you.

1880 STITES-SMITH

stitesgale1 — 12 Apr 2008 6:59:24 GMT

Looking for information on Anna Smith-born Traverse City-birth about 1858-1865.She married Samuel Stites-born Ohio, who resided Grand Travere County in 1880.At that time he was married to Sarah Louisa St.John-born N.Y.They also had children Harrison,Frank and Caroline Maud.
Would like to know what happen to first wife Sarah Louisa and any information on Anna Smith who he later married.
My direct contact stitesgale@sbcglobal.net
Thanks,
Judy Stites

Frank Clement

CourtEB — 5 Apr 2008 9:08:28 GMT

Hi,
I am looking for information on Frank Clement b.about 1870 d. 4 Feb 1942 in Grand Traverse County. I am having trouble finding his parents. If anyone hasa any leads, please let me know

traverse city mental hospital births

choppersrok — 30 Mar 2008 4:18:14 GMT

I was born in the traverse city mental hospital in 1969 then adopted in 1971, Does anyone have any info about births there in 1969?

POW/MIA Korean War, Grand Traverse Co.GILBERT

powmiadna — 10 Mar 2008 11:33:27 GMT

I am searching for the family of a soldier who was killed in the Korea War. When he entered service he gave Grand Traverse County, Michigan as his home of record.

Soldier: ROBERT G. GILBERT
Born: December 11, 1932 Caucasian
Date of loss: November 30, 1951 POW

When the Korean War ended the enemy never returned or accounted for over 8,000 of our servicemen. They died in their hands. That was over 50 years ago. Since that time DNA has been perfected and also they are recovering remains in North Korea. Our government is obligated to return those remains to the proper family. DNA samples have been obtained from most of the families of these missing soldiers. For various reasons some families have not been located. There are 102 families from Michigan that have not been located. There ais onere two familie from Grand Traverse County that has not been located.

When the remains are recovered and identified they will be returned to the family for proper burial. I am just an old (76 years) Combat Veteran out of the Korean War and thankful that I did return. I consider this a very noble cause and I hope that you can help in some way to find these families. For more information on the project you may go to http://www.jpac.pacom.mil/. My part in the program is to match up the lost families with the proper agency.

I will be grateful for any assistance in locating this family.

Harold Davis
40th Infantry Division
Korea ’52-‘53
910-791-2333
hgdavis@bellsouth.net

Nedry/Spicer of Traverse City

SueK_Gurk — 24 Jun 2001 3:02:58 GMT

Beatrice Ella SPICER, b. 3/17/1886 Coleman, Midland Co., MI. She made her home and died in Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., MI 6/2/1865. On 5/14/199, she married Jessie Earl Nedry, b. 12/11/1882 Tiffin, Wood Co., OH and he also died in Traverse City 4/18/1962. Have much info on Nedry line and willing to share. Seeking more info on Spicer line. Beatrice's father, Charles R. (or possibly B.) Spicer. Beatrice's mother: Carrie Almyra Young, b. 9/12/1858 Lockport, Niagara Co., NY and d. 11/30/1948 Park Lake, Osceola Co., MI. Also have much info on this Young family.

Rhoades, James Mckinley; Obit request for

nnjer1 — 22 Feb 2007 1:25:14 GMT

Looking for obituary

Born 11 Dec 1903 in Reddies River, Wilkes, North Carolina

Died 7 Dec 1996 in Grawn, Grand Traverse Michigan

Michigan Deaths, 1971-1996

Name: Joseph M Rhoades
Birth Date: 11 Dec 1903
Death Date: 7 Dec 1986
Gender: Male
Residence: Green Lake, Grand Traverse, Michigan
Place of Death: Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan

Social Security Death Index

Name: Joe Rhoades
SSN: 363-09-5988
Last Residence: 49637 Grawn, Grand Traverse, Michigan, United States of America
Born: 11 Dec 1903
Died: Dec 1986
State (Year) SSN issued: Michigan (Before 1951 )

Source Citation: Number: 363-09-5988;Issue State: Michigan;Issue Date: Before 1951.

Shirley Ann Moorehead Folkema --Obituary

marysday — 28 Feb 2008 11:09:21 GMT

Shirley Ann Moorehead Folkema

Shirley Ann Moorehead Folkema, 73, died Feb. 25, 2008 at her home in Lincoln City, Ore. She was born to James and Alberta Moorehead on Sept. 1, 1935 in Monroe, Mich.

She married Henry R. Folkema in 1960 and raised her family in Erie, Mich. She moved to the north Oregon coast in 1993, where her oldest son owned and operated a marina.

She had a great love for cats and dogs, spending a great deal of her life raising and showing beagles and German Shepherds . She always had a pet or two at any given time.

She was preceded in death by her husband.

She is survived by her sons, Jeffrey (Valerie) of Bay City, Mich. and Gregory (Lisa) of Erie, Mich.; daughter Pamela Thornton of Traverse City, Mich.; and 4 grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to your favorite charity. Pacific View Memorial Chapel is handling the arrangements.

The News Times, Newport, OREGON 27 Feb. 2008

Goss families of Traverse City, Michigan

HammJG — 14 Dec 2007 7:33:52 GMT

I am looking for members of the Goss family who lived in Traverse City and then later in Saranac, Michigan.
William H. Goss (B. Sept 1864 Chatham, Ontario - D. 15 march 1941 in Traverse City) married Sarah Rhoda Goss in Brooke Twp, Ontario in 1892. They moved to Bellaire, Antim Co., Michigan about 1899, and eventually moved to Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan.
Their children were:
1) William "Earl" Goss - Earl married lillia Pearl about 1920. I believe they raised their family in Charlevoix, Michigan. Their children were:
A) Robert - He may have lived in Charlevoix, MI
B) William "Earl" Goss (b. 10 Oct 1891) who married Lilla Pearl. Their children were: Robert, Gerald, Shelby, Tom, and William. Earl's family lived in Charlevoix, MI.
C) Gerald - I believe he lived in Charlevoix too.
D) Shelby - I believe he now spends at least part of the year in Florida.
E) Tom - I believe he is the one who moved to Saranac, Ionia Co., Michigan
F) William "Bill" - He too may have moved to Saranac, MI
2)Arthur Goss - Arthur married Ada Watson and I know of one son Carl. This family lived in Traverse City.
3)Williard H. Goss - I believe he married, but I'm not sure if he had any children. For at least awhile, they lived in Kalkaska, Michigan.
4)Verlie M. Goss - Married Mr. Card and I believe they lived in the Flint/Mt. Morris, Michigan area.
5)Clifford Goss - He too married, but I'm not sure if they had any children. I think they lived in Traverse City.
6) Vera Goss - Married Mr. Smith and then later, Mr. Dickinson. I believe she lived in Flint, Michigan.
7) Mike Goss - I do not know anything more about him.
8) Pat Goss - I do not know anything more about him.

I would like to hear from any descendants of this family, or anybody who can help me locate other descendants.

Magnusson and Enqvist

young618 — 24 Jan 2008 1:27:11 GMT

Looking for info on Manne Emanuel Magnusson, b 1886 in Farila Gavleborg Sweden, emigrated to US in 1902 to live with his uncle Per Enqvist in Traverse City, Michigan. Look-ups or advice would be greatly appreciated!

Mental Hospital in Traverse City

laratrottier — 6 Feb 2008 6:38:36 GMT

I'm looking for information on the old mental hospital in Traverse City. My Great-Grandfather (Richard Bruno Lehmann) was there and die there. He was buried in the adjacent cemetary in an unmarked grave that my family has since put a headstone on.

Thanks.

Research Derren

kingsley46 — 19 Dec 2007 4:03:52 GMT

Actually;
You do not have to be a member of a family to research
a family.

Many books are done but simply interested 'in the
community' people.
:)

Benjamin and Lela Deering

burgessjd — 23 Oct 2007 5:43:44 GMT

I am trying to acquire more information about my grandfather's aunt Lela. She was born Lela Burgess in Indiana in 1885. By 1915 she was living in Hartford City, Blackford County, Indiana, with her husband Benjamin Deering. By 1949 they were living in Bendon, in Benzie County, and had some children. Because Bendon is so close to the Grand Traverse County line, I'm wondering if there may be some records about their family in the Grand Traverse County archives.

Fortons in Grand Traverse Bay

GailReamer — 3 Sep 2007 6:29:12 GMT

Edmund Forton and his wife Jane Defer Forton, of Traverse City, took in a foster child when Jane's sister Rose Defer Allard died at age 43. That child, James Allard, died at age 16 in 1915. Does anyone know what happened to the child?

Seeley and Gibson families

JoanChristopher783 — 17 Oct 2007 7:49:18 GMT

I would like to contact descendants or relatives of Chancey L. and Harriet (Durga) Seeley or William and Philena (Durga) Gibson, who lived in Grand Traverse Co., MI in 1920 (and other years). I am interested in some information on the Durga connection.

Jim McMannemy

BettySnyder99 — 13 Oct 2007 3:20:13 GMT

I am searching for info. on Jim (Jimmy or James) McMannemy.
He and my Mother were married sometime in 1952 and I don't think they were married more than a year or two but I am not sure. My Mom had been married before Jim and her married name was Snyder. Her birth name was Flossie Madge Hurlbut and she went by the name of Madge. I believe they met in Florida or California. I am hoping that Jim can give me some info. about my Mom as she has passed away. They didn't have any children together, but Mom had 3 of us when she and Jim married. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Betty

Roger Leon MONTAGUE

WHL44 — 23 Sep 2007 12:52:29 GMT

MONTAGUE, Roger Leon
Age 73
Of Traverse City

Passed away Sept. 21, 2007 at his home surrounded by his family. Roger was born Aug. 23, 1934 in Kalamazoo, the son of Noyes and Grace Montague. Roger was a Traverse City resident since 1984, when he was transferred here from Marquette as a regional supervisor for Michigan Bell Telephone Company. After serving in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War in Communications, Roger was employed by Michigan Bell and retired after 33 years of service. Roger was an active member of the Traverse City Elks Lodge and served many years volunteering with the Cherry Festival. Roger was also a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Traverse City. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed golfing with his lifelong friends. Roger was preceded in death by Lenora Montague. He is survived by daughters, Robin Scofield and Karen (Tony) Stinson; son, Timothy (Mary); wife, Shirley; daughter and son-in-law, Edward (Lola) Coke; grandchildren, Sara, Thomas, Nicholas, Noah, Alexandra and Susannah; step-children, Gregory (Joy) Shandera, David (Deborah) Shandera and Debra (William) Thurston. Visitation for friends and family will take place from 3 until 5 PM Monday, Sept. 24th at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City , with services honoring Roger immediately following at 5 PM. Interment services will be at noon Tuesday, Sept. 25th at Riverside Cemetery in Kalamazoo. The family requests that memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, be offered to Munson Hospice, 1105 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI 49684. Please sign Roger's online guest book at
www.legacy.com/record-eagle/ . Roger will be dearly missed and was deeply loved by family and friends. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City;
www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 9/22/2007. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection)

OBIT LOOKUP - Della Pardee Schultz Reese d. 1993

TimKrieger — 8 Sep 2007 2:12:42 GMT

Looking for an obituary for Della Pardee Schultz Reese. Born 1897. Died June 14, 1993 in Traverse City. She is buried at Maple Hill Cemetery in Wexford County. She was born Della Marie Pardee to William and Lydia Pardee. Her first husband was Herman Schultz. Her second husband had the last name of Reese.

Chauncey Hall family in Milton Township, then Grand Traverse Co.

donna_brandon — 13 Sep 2004 8:39:12 GMT

Chauncey and Betsey Hall and family moved from Theresa, Jefferson County, New York to Milton Township, Grand Traverse County (now Antrim Co.) Michigan. Chauncey applied for and was Granted a land patient for the milton township land in 1860. In 1877 the whole family moved from Milton to Rapid River, Kalkaska County.

Children of Chauncey and Betsey are as follows,
Helen Hall
Oscar Alonzo Hall - married Alice Brooks
Franklin Hall - Idiot
Nelson A Hall - married Isabelle Brooks
Calista Hall -
Chauncey M Hall married Louisa
Milton Hall
Cornelia Hall
Eugene B Hall married Laura A

Any Information on this family would be greatly appreciated

thanks in advance

Hockeborn Family - Long Lake

isberg48 — 28 Aug 2007 8:12:07 GMT

Looking for information about Hockeborn family. Florian, Theresa, Frank and Ann Caroline. About 1870's. Florian died 1879. Children born mid 1870's. Theresa died 1940

Ann Caroline married Edward Carpenter about 1898. Both died in Traverse City. Ann 2/25/1940 and Edward 4/28/1955.

Thank you,
Larry Isberg
isberg48@yahoo.com

CORBIT/CORBETT FAMILY

Pafons — 27 Sep 2005 6:47:04 GMT

Looking for any info regarding Wiley A. Corbit (Corbett), his children and thier spouses who resided in Long Lake Township, Grand Traverse County. Edward Corbett (married Kate Kroupa), Laura A Corbett (married Thomas Moler), Charles S Corbett (married Ada Beverly), Cora Corbett (married Isiah Shilling), Orla Corbett, Martha S Corbett (married Albert L. Conklin), Della J Corbett (married Alvah O. Beeman), Charles O. Corbett, Bessie E. Corbett (married Walter Weiss--possibly Francis Starbuck???), William A Corbett and Miles D Corbett (married Bertha Ulray). Any info, please contact me at Pafons@aol.com

Parr, William & Gayle

jamtonge — 8 Aug 2007 5:24:27 GMT

Working on my family tree & am currently looking for information on a long lost cousin, Gayle (Stone) Parr and her husband William Parr. They have been living in Traverse City, Michigan.
Gayle is/was the daughter of Forest B. Stone (1885-1964) & Alma Edith Sickles (1889-1973).
Many thanks
Ann

Langs in Traverse City

ck761 — 27 Jul 2004 2:09:17 GMT

I'm trying to find descendants of Jacob and Frank Langs, my great-great grandmother's brothers. At the time of Elizabeth's death in 1935, Frank is still listed as living in Traverse with Jacob listed in Muskegon. I know Jacob lived in Traverse in the 1910's as I have some postcards he sent her at that time.

I have some old pictures that I think could be Elizabeth's mother but none of her descendants recognize them, and of course there are no names on them.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Obituary look-up

howellhouse99 — 8 May 2003 1:16:53 GMT

Need someone to look-up the obituary of William B. TEMPLETON, who died in Traverse City 15 August 1990. He was my grandfather. Thanks in advance! Tracy

Bankey and Herman obit lookups

ck761 — 8 Jan 2006 8:38:40 GMT

Looking for the obituaries for the following:

Alvin Bankey died 7/1986 at Traverse City
Harold Herman died 9/1980 at Traverse City

Any help would be greatly appreciated. I can do lookups in Kent Co in return.

1860 census, GT Co.

cartons — 10 May 2002 2:45:42 GMT

Grand Traverse County 1860 Federal Census Index lists
3 Button family members: J. Button,G. Button,A. Button.
Does anyone have any data that tells what names the
initials stand for?

Henry and Nellie Carter

WWhitaker59 — 21 Aug 2005 8:44:51 GMT

Looking for any descendants of Henry C. Carter and Nellie (or Nella) Whitaker Carter. They were in Garfield Township, Grand Traverse Co. in the 1930 census. They had a daughter Dorothy J. Carter. Nellie's father George F. Whitaker was living with them.

Bankey obit lookup

Chris Korstange — 24 Mar 2006 6:49:37 GMT

Posted awhile ago and see there's not much action on this board - but would appreciate another lookup....this one more recent.

Grace Bankey died 4/3/1997 at Traverse City. I'm trying to find her daughter Louise but don't know her married name. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

BRANDA, MINNIE Obit Request 03-14-1959

stevenichols2000 — 12 Jul 2007 7:38:02 GMT

Looking for an Obit on my 2nd Great Aunt, Minnie (Wilhelmine)
Branda.. She's in the Grand Traverse website, but I have no way of getting up to the library up there. to get a copy.
Thanks
Steve

Jane O'BRIAN/ O'BRIEN

stolcie — 23 Jun 2007 4:02:21 GMT

My great grandmother passed away 2 April 1928 (have death cert.) at the asylum in Traverse City.
She may, or may not, be buried in Oakwood Cemetery in TC.
Does anyone know if the cemetery holds burial records at their office, or where I may find this info?
I live down-state, and would travel to Traverse City, if I could be sure she's there.
Thanks for your attention.

Sachtleben, Frederick

KenLawrence61 — 29 May 2007 11:33:54 GMT

Trying to trace burial information who moved to Garfield Township, Grand Traverse County, Michigan from Canada between 1871 and 1881 with his sons, George, Charles and Henry. Any other information regarding this family would be helpful in filling out lost family information.

Looking for Griffith (or Griffin) and Paul Durga

JoanChristopher783 — 25 May 2007 12:48:46 GMT

I am looking for any information on Griffith (or Griffin) Durga and his son Paul. They are buried in Whitewater Township, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan. They had previously lived in NY, NJ, and PA (and maybe other places) before returning to MI, where Griffith had been born. Any information you could give me would be appreciated. Also if you have any information on Paul's mother, Caroline.

Alphonso and Rachel STEELE

alicia_k_smith — 25 May 2007 11:48:05 GMT

I'm looking for information on the marriage of Alphonso Monroe STEELE and his first wife, Rachel.

I have all his birth and ancestry info, but his marriages are puzzling me.

In the 1910 Census he's married to a Rachel, but in 1916 he married my great-grandmother, Leona PRICE.

I have been unable to find a record of Rachel's death. In 1915 a Rachel Steele married a Sidney DAVIS, and there is also a record of a Rachel LESTER marrying Sidney Davis the same year.

I'm starting to think Alphonso and Rachel may have been divorced, even though that was almost unheard-of at the time.

If anyone can find a record of a death or divorce for Rachel Steele between 1910 and 1916, I'd greatly appreciate it!

BIRTH DATES FOR GEORGE A. ANSTETT CHILDREN

03Cheryl — 13 Apr 2007 7:27:05 GMT

I am trying to find the birth dates for George A. and Eva (Martin) Anstett Children who I believe were born in Paradise Twp. area. Their names are Edna Mae, George Dawson,Ethel R.,Edythe E., Bernice L., Willard M., Lawerence E., Alma M. Hope you can help. Thank you Cneryl Kirkpatrick
e-mail
cherann03@earthlink.net

Carol J. JORAE

WHL44 — 13 Feb 2007 3:45:54 GMT

JORAE, Carol J.
Age 65
Of Traverse City

Died on Thursday, February 8, 2007 at Munson Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born on November 27, 1941, in Kalamazoo, MI, the daughter of Donald A. and Edith (Gay) Parker. Carol married Stanley "Pat" Jorae on May 5, 1973 in Parchment MI. She was a medical assistant for Kalamazoo Anesthesiology and various other Dr.'s in both Kalamazoo and Traverse City. Carol was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. She loved to grow flowers, especially perennials. She played the piano and was very talented. Carol enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed writing, and would write long letters to her family and friends. Carol is survived by her husband of 33 years, Stanley "Pat" Jorae of Traverse City; two daughters, Rebecca (Don) Gouin of Fife lake and Natalie Jorae of Traverse City; two grandchildren, Daniel and Shannon; one sister, Susan (Dan) AAberg of Battle Creek; and one brother, Dennis Parker of Kalamazoo; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2007 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Covell Funeral Home where a Scripture Service will be held at 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, February 12, 2007 at 11 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, with Rev. William Lipscomb as celebrant. Burial will take place in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be given in Carol's name to the American Lung Association. Arrangements have been entrusted to Covell Funeral Home, Traverse City.
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2007. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection)

Cors

twy15 — 22 Dec 2006 1:20:36 GMT

I am looking for any information regarding my husbands g-g-g grandpa, Adolf Cors. B: Unknown, probibly in Prussia. D: 9 April, 1930, Lafayette, Indiana. He married Theresa Stephens (or could be Theresia Stiewe?), date unknown. They had at least one child, Joseph Anthony (1855-1896, places unknown). If anyone has any information it would be great.

Orbit/death record lookup

FamilyTree2007 — 19 Jan 2007 7:10:49 GMT

Can someone do a lookup for me on a orbit and death record. I'm looking for Anna J. Moore death July 4 1934. She was married to Ernest l. Moore who died the same day. I would like to know what the orbit contains for family info. also what the death record list as maiden name and parents names. I have several spellings for her name and would like to know the correct one. I also have her name as Johanna Hendrikje VanZaele/VanZee.

MUINER, SIMARD

Sharron Voet — 11 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for any info regarding Opportune Muiner from Grand Baie Canada who Married a Louis Simard. They migrated to Mi. in the 1880's and settled in the Traverse City area. Unable to find either after 1880. Where did they go? Daughter Louise married Mose Desormier and died at a early age in T.C. He remarried a Victoria Jacques. They have also gone by the name Seymour in the U.S.

Mary J. (STEINEBACH) WORM / WURM - 1955 OBIT.

MichaelCronk28 — 1 Mar 2004 2:10:08 GMT

TRAVERSE CITY RECORD-EAGLE, Traverse City, Mich., Thurs., Sept. 15, 1955,
Pg. 9, Col. 2, Art. 2

MARY J. WORM, HANNAH, DIES

Mrs. Mary J. WORM, 79, of Hannah, died Wednesday morning in the Boardman Valley hospital following a brief illness.

Mary STEINEBACH was born November 8, 1885, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Joseph and Mary STEINEBACH. At the age of 11 years she moved with her parents to Hannah.

On November 25, 1904, she was united in marriage to Adam WORM of Hannah and to this union were born 11 children.

Mrs. WORM was a member of the St. Mary's church at Hannah and was a member of the Altar Society of the parish as long as her health permitted.

Surviving, besides her husband, are three daughters, Mrs. Loraine YANSKI of Traverse City, Mrs. Louise FRISCH and Mrs. Mary REVETT of Saginaw; seven sons, Julius and Eugene of Grand Rapids, Isadore of Muskegon, Ambrose of Kingsley, Harold of Vassar, Bernard of Detroit and Kenneth of Saginaw; two brothers, Joseph STEINEBACH of Grand Rapids and William STEINEBACH of Hannah; one sister, Mrs. Louise BUNCE of Traverse City; 29 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. One son, Sgt. Joseph WORM, was killed July 28, 1944, in France.

Mrs. WORM was taken to the Smith funeral home in Kingsley and will be taken to the farm home Thursday afternoon where the Rosary will be recited Thursday and Friday nights at 8:30 p.m.

Funeral services will be held from the St. Mary's church at Hannah Saturday morning at 9:00 o'clock. The Rev. Fr. Clement Sigmund will officiate and burial will be made in the church cemetery.

WEIDENHAMER family, Grand Traverse MI >1870

VickiKlein45 — 5 May 2004 4:36:15 GMT

Looking to collaborate on WEIDENHAMER family from Pennsylvania settled around 1870 in Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co. Michigan. Samuel b. ca 1800 and Elizabeth (REESE) WEIDENHAMER farmed in the area.

Samuel's daughter, Mary b. ca 1827.

Samuel's son Henry J. b. ca 1842 married Ella WOOD 1876 in Grand Traverse, died before 1800. Henry and Ella had a son, Charles b. Oct 1878. Charles m. 1908 in Grand Traverse to Julia REINHART or UNDERHILL. Ella later remarried in 1880 to Alexander McKENZIE or McKINZIE. They had a son George W. b. Feb 1883.

Samuel's son Alexander b. ca 1846 m. Mary RENNA in 1876 in Grand Traverse, owned a sawmill in Keystone and possibly one in Grant. They had two children, Samuel b. ca 1876 and Margaret b. ca 1878.

Samuel adopted Elijah MILLS b. 1859 in Canada, s/o Elijah and Elizabeth MILLS of England.

Also looking to find connection with another WEIDENHAMER family living in Grand Traverse Co. Michigan in 1920. Step-children of William VORNCE (?), their names are Rinnie (?), Theodore, Grace, and Ruth, born in New Jersey, father born in New York, mother, Jennie, age 36, born in Michigan.

In 1930 Theodore is married to Ireta, age 23, born in Indiana. Their children are: Carlton, age 4-9/12, Lois, age 3-4/12, and
Doneva, age 1-11/12, all born in Michigan.

Possible Grand Traverse marriage records:
Doneva m. Murrel O. JOHNSON 1946
Carlton m. Gladys M. PURKISS 1955
Edith M. m. George RICE 1941
Mary m. David K. FALL 1948
Richard m. Galetta E. McCARRY 1949
Ruth A. m. Richard A. GRAF 1957
Doris C. m. Bernard K. ACKERMAN 1959
(from USGenWeb MI Grand Traverse website)

Possible Grand Traverse death records:
WEIDENHAMER, SHIRLEY N 01-10-1937
WEIDENHAMER, THEODORE C 05-31-1962
WEIDENHAMER, GLADYS M 05-05-1998
WEIDENHAMER, CARLTON T 02-08-2000
WEIDENHAMER, IRETA L 06-18-2001
(from USGenWeb MI Grand Traverse website)

Milbert

Darlane Abel — 29 Jan 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for descendants of Theresia Sendelbeck (b. 1864, Pittsburgh, PA) and Adam Milbert (b. 1861, Sharpsburg, PA). They had 6 daughters: Mamie, Emma, Stella, Clara, Gertie, Lavina; and 1 son, Ivan. They moved to Grand Traverse County in the mid-1890's and purchased a farm in East Bay Township. If anything of this sounds familiar, please contact me. Thanks!

Fralick / frelic

Elaine — 21 Oct 2006 10:48:19 GMT

My ggrandfather Delorma Adam Fralick lived in Fife Lake in the late 1800 to early 1900's, They came from Ontario,Canada. My gggrandfathers name was Adam (Frelic) I got a 1881cCanadian census. I can't seem to find out if Adam also moved to Michigan, or when Delorma died. I think he is buried in Chase Cemetery. If any one has any info on Delorma, any sisters or brothers he may have had, and any info on his children,James S, Mildred,Delorma, Mabel, Minnie, Vieta, Wesley L. thanks

one room schools in Whitewater township 1850 to 1955

Jim Galligan — 10 Oct 2006 12:44:32 GMT

I taught in one room school in Grand traverse county and am now trying to make a list of one room schools and locations in whitewater township over the years 1850 through 1950
If you send information please make sure one room schools whitewater township is typed in the subject line.
Thanks for any information you are able to provide.
A. Jim Galligan

Obit Help.. Townsend (1922 & 1935)

bechtelca — 23 Jul 2006 12:20:04 GMT

I would appreciate any help in obtaining the obituaries for the following people, which I am hoping will help me find clues to their family's past...

Eli Franklin Townsend, d. 17 Dec 1922 in Grand Traverse County, MI

Otis Oren Townsend, d. 7 Sep 1935 in Grand Traverse County, MI

tombstone found in suttons bay grocery store lot

Deb — 8 Sep 2006 3:26:17 GMT

I just heard this on 9&10 news & thought I would post here to solve the mystery.....

Tombstone Found in Parking Lot
Posted: 9/7/2006

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The owner of Hansen Foods in Suttons Bay has some strange items in his lost and found box, but one won't fit in the box.
Three weeks ago a customer found a tombstone sitting near the end of the grocery store parking lot. The name Mary T. Ryan is engraved on the tombstone. According to the grave marker Mary T. Ryan was born in 1899 and died in 1969.
After checking several county records and local cemeteries police still can't find where the tombstone belongs. Anyone who with information about Mary T. Ryan should call Suttons Bay Police.
9 and 10's reporter, Leah Beno, and photojournalist, Jason Dotsch, have the story.

Help on James R. Prickett (~1803-abt 1872), Michigan

Prickett121 — 28 Aug 2006 10:31:43 GMT

I am looking for information on James R. Prickett (b. ~1803-1804, d. after 1872), the probable first son of Richard “Captured by Indians” Prickett. So far, this is what I have:

James R. Prickett (b. ~1803-1804, d. after 1872) lived in Allegan and Leelanau Counties, Michigan and appears in the 1860 census in Leelanau. He is known to be a “half-breed” and an interpreter. He last appears in property records on 26 Jun 1872 in Leelanau County. He married twice (his first wife is unknown), last to Elizabeth O-Mosh-Ke-Day-Se-Quay on 22 Nov 1854 in Grand Traverse County (he was 51, she was 26). He had at least one son with his first wife (Joseph, b. ~1838, d. 21 Jan 1900, m. ~1860 to Mary Ann Mayisce or Mary Mes-Ka-To-To-Kiew) and five daughters by Elizabeth. They were Nancy (b. ~1851), Anna (b. ~1852, m. to Peter James), Sally (b. ~1855), Mary Chek-Wan-Noh-Kah (b. ~1857, m. to Peter Pa-Kwau-Ge or Pe-Quon-Gay), and Betsy (b. ~1859).

All were members of the Ottawa/Odawa tribe, but only Anna is shown as appearing on the Durrant Rolls of 1908, though descendants of the rest also appear.

Any additional information would be greatly appreciated.

Grand Traverse Area obituaries and burial records

Ruth Gaboury — 28 Aug 2006 8:37:35 GMT

I just read this in today's Traverse City Record-Eagle that the Grand Traverse Area Genealogical Society donated an extensive collection of obituary and burial card records to the Traverse Area District Library. There are more than 25,000 burial records from the Oakwood City and Catholic cemeteries dating back to 1861 and more than 10,000 obituaries dating back to the late 1800s. These records have been microfilmed by the Genealogy Society of Utah. A great big thank you to the Grand Traverse Gen. Society members.

Joshua R. Moe- Traverse City

JRKPillars — 1 Aug 2006 8:49:18 GMT

I am looking for the family of Joshua R. Moe b. 14 Feb 1847 Waterford Twp., Oakland Co. to Nun and Catherine Higgans Moe. Died 19 Nov 1937 Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., MI.
Married Hannah Josephine Church 6 Jun 1866 Romeo, Macomb Co., MI. She was the daughter of David Church and Catherine Deneen.

Children: Lila Norton, Clarence R. Moe, William Moe, Charles A., Moe, Katherine Patterson and Cora B. Moe.

Thanks.

famlyfndr@coslink.net

Zahl Family

csgahmjr — 26 Jun 2006 2:09:18 GMT

The 1920 census for Paradise, Grand Traverse Co MI lists an August F ZAHL with Christine R, A Fred, Ruth E, und Esther S. I can not locate this family in the 1930 census. Any help in doing so would be most welcome. It could be that August and christine have died, in that case, dates of death, place of burial, and obits would be welcome. Thanks, Chuck

Looking for great-aunt

L_Atkinson — 7 Dec 2004 7:04:42 GMT

I am looking for my grandfather's sister relations. Mary or Marie Olson married Earl Breithaupt in 1908. They had three girls as far as I know. Dorothy, Charlotte, and Sylvia. I don't know anything about them. Can someone please help?
I will appreciate any information I can get.
Linda

Corbit/Corbitt family of Long Lake Township

Pafons — 27 Apr 2006 6:28:15 GMT

Looking for any descendents of the Corbit/Corbitt family of Long Lake Township (Traverse City) in relation to Wiley A. Corbit and Sophia Johns Allen-Corbit. Am very curious to know if there are any family members left in TC.

Obituary Look Up 1955

bethsroots — 4 Oct 2004 5:20:13 GMT

Hi there,

I am looking for someone to find an obituary for me. The name of the person is Joseph McClain, date of death April 13, 1955. He had been a resident of the T.C. State Hospital for 16 years. I did find a death certificate in Mason Co., Michigan as he is buried there too. No obits in their local paper though.

any help would be greatly appreciated,
thanks,
Beth bethsroots@verizon.net

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Joyce Cantalini — 11 Oct 2004 5:31:43 GMT

Need obit info on family. Need info on Luella BURKHEAD, maiden name - WRIGHT. Also need info on Luella's mother, Lillian WRIGHT, maiden name - ATWOOD. I have no information concerning the death of either person. Thanks for any assistance that can be given. Joyce

Lester Elder

thomaswilson94 — 23 Nov 2006 2:47:36 GMT

I have recently learned that my grandfather Lester Elder is listed in the 1910 Census for Grand Traverse County. I have no idea what township he was residing in. He worked for the railroad and was married around this time. He moved to Isabella County by 1915 and lost is first wife after he moved.
If anyone has access to the 1910 Census, I would appreciate a look up on Lester Elder. Thank you.

John Rodgers Greenman - Leelanau/Grand Traverse/Antrim Countys

tmmygun1 — 10 Dec 2004 2:17:30 GMT

Looking for any Greenman's that might be related to a John Rodgers and Mary Elizabeth Crawford Greenman. I believe that John and Mary lived in Kasson Township, Leelanau County. John died Feb. of 1906, no records on Mary DOD. Had possibly six children - Catherine, Charles William(my relative), David, Marty (aka possibly as Ida), Irena (aka possibly as Ina) and Daniel. No leads on the other children. John was a member of the 20th Michigan Infantry during Civil War.

Joseph and Elizabeth (Johnson) Chile

fastscribe — 8 Jul 2006 4:22:13 GMT

I am hoping to obtain the obits for:

Joseph Chile Sr d. Sep 12, 1990 and Elizabeth Chile d. June 30 1996. In Grand Traverse, Michigan

Any help steering me in the right direction greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Shaffer/Hornsby

Kalamity59 — 18 Dec 2005 11:29:19 GMT

Seeking any information on Robert May Shaffer born in Traverse City in 1885 to WH Shaffer and Julia Octavia Brimberry Hornsby. Half brother to Lee Richardson Hornsby and Rilla Hornsby. Robert May is my great grandfather. He never talked about his family and all we know for sure is Julia is his mother. It also seems the parents were not married, as I cannot locate the marriage license. Julia is buried back in Louisana under the Hornsby name. Robert May lived in the next town over from his mom, Holly Ridge, LA in 1920.

Frank STANEK, Rosa VLK

P. Park — 14 Jul 2006 1:06:53 GMT

Frank Joseph STANEK 1832-1877 b. Bohemia married Rosa Mary VLK 1832-1923 b. Bohemia. They arrived in Michigan in the 1870's in Grand Traverse County, Peninsula Twp. Their children were Frank, Vencil, Joseph, Mary b. 1959, Frank b. 1861, Josephine and Carles (twins) b. 1865, Vendeline b. 1869 and Rosa b. 1874.
In particular, I am trying to find their origin in Bohemia and if any of Rosa's family immigrated as well. Could the "VLK" family have changed their names to "WOLF" ?
Pam

Barr ancestry

Sandy Sutton — 10 Jul 2006 5:56:44 GMT

My dad died earlier this year, and my brother and I started looking up some family history. My dad's grandfather was a man named Berl or Bert Favel from Wexford County.He married and divorced a woman named Ruth Barr (my dad's grandmother) at the turn of the 20th century. They had a baby named Lela Jane, who was my dad's mother. Ruth Barr's family moved from Ohio to Northern Michigan, perhaps Grand Traverse County. Does anyone have any other information about the Barrs or the Favels? I'd appreciate any help.

Henry Hicks-Elizabeth Campbell

JRKPillars — 8 Jul 2006 9:33:33 GMT

Looking for information on Henry Hicks b. 17 Dec 1837, d. 10 Nov 1901 Grant Twp. Buried Grant Twp. Cemetery. Wife Elizabeth Cambell d. 18 Apr 1883 Grant Twp., Buried Grant Twp. Any related families in Grant Twp.
William Henry Hicks 6 Mar 1868-4 Mar 1947 married Emma Jane Priest 1868-1926. Erwin Hicks 1893-1975, Elizabeth Galerno 1897-1953. Any families from Traverse City or Florida.
Josephine Hicks 1871-1953 m.Homer P. Bisard 1877-1952.
Sons: Cleon I. Hicks1894-1918, Bert L. Hicks 1901-1937
Thank you.

Andrew J. Priest-Maria Huntington

JRKPillars — 27 Jun 2006 6:58:52 GMT

Andrew J. Priest 1837-1923 m. Maria Huntington 1858, b. 1837-1927.
Children:
Naomi 1859-1933 (William Brighty)
Lester Huntington 1860-1948 (Oris A. Bartley)
Emma J. 1868-1926 (William H. Hicks)
E. Edith 1870-1940 (Alvin F. Reynolds)
Oren A. 1873-1954 (Laura E. Standish)
Everett 1875-1956 (Edna M. Marsh)
Etta 1875-1942 (Addison Strickland, Paul LaRoche)
Judd 1878-1946 (Elvira Amy)
Any families from Grant Township.

Traverse City Asylum

LindaLawrence69 — 25 Mar 2006 11:48:46 GMT

My g-g-grandfather died at the asylum, on 6-9-1934. His body went unclaimed, and I have been told by a relative, that the body was sent to the U of M for research at the medical school. I was also told that there is no death certificate. How can I get info about his parents?
Thanks,
Linda

hendges

rutternl — 17 Jun 2006 11:21:15 GMT

Hi I have been looking and looking for a death record for SARAH JANE NEWTON HENDGES who died around 1899. (she is my g-grandmother). I am wondering if she was really in the state hospital in Traverse City. There is no death record and nothing in the papers that I have been able to find. Can someone check for me?
Thanks
Nancy

relatives

@@kperrin@pdq.net — 8 May 2004 6:39:49 GMT

i am looking for information on PAUL SAYERS b-canada married ELIZABETH UNLAW b-canada. plus their children i would like to know all their names i have a few. information on ALEXANDER SAYERS married ZADIA MILKS. information on MYRTLE SAYERS married JOHN PERHALL JR. john perhall is from austria information on his parents and back too. thankyou for your time and effort.
karin

Odie Mcgarry

tbowers145 — 1 Sep 2003 7:06:44 GMT

I am searching for Odie McGarry b.1862 in Traverse City. He married Cora Herrington in Traverse City on March 07,1893.She was born 1875 in Wisconsin.
Children of Odie and Cora were:
Mildred P McGarryb.1894
Gladys Alma McGarry b, 1896
Arthur o.McGarry,b.1899
There may have been another son.
Ant info would be of a big help.

Traverse City Record Eagle lookup.

KennethLamb99 — 28 Apr 2006 5:36:48 GMT

Could someone in that area do a lookup for me. The Traverse City Record Eagle on 4 June 1947 mentions an Odell Lamb somewhere in that paper. I would like a read out of what it say`s and please e-mail to me the results. Thank you very much. Ken at emerson@chartermi.net

Hiram Thayer and Lydia Pratt

joannesholes — 27 May 2006 4:04:34 GMT

I am researching the family of Hiram Thayer and Lydia Pratt. They were born in the early 1800's in New York. They appear in Illinois in 1850 and then appear to have settled in Grand Traverse by 1860. I am assuming they died in the Grand Traverse area as well. Hiram before 1880 and wife Lydia Pratt Thayer died between 1880 and 1900. Would like to connect with anyone researching or associated with this family. Thanks Joanne

Claude Franklin Walter

bjburns — 2 May 2006 3:09:55 GMT

Looking for information on Claude Franklin Walter, Sr. b. 23 Apr. 1894, d. ? Jan 1968 in East Jordan, Charlevoix, MI. He m. Nellie M. Newman and they had 6 children. I have no info. on any of them except Claude, Jr., b. 16 Sep 1925, d. 12 Oct 1996 in Traverse City, MI. Any information on the Walter family would be appreciated.

DEATH CERT LOOK-UP PLEASE?

Yaaker — 1 Nov 2005 4:54:04 GMT

Looking for the Death Certificates (or atleast date) of the deaths of LAVINA TAYLOR (first name could also be spelled) Lovina or Luvina) PLATZ,she died between 1885-and 1888. ALso for GEORGE PLATZ in 1907-1910 time frame THANKS! Lori

Dr. James A. Smith

slueless1 — 9 Apr 2006 4:41:00 GMT

Looking for answers to a puzzle. My Dr. James Smith died 6/27/1889 in Tws of Grand Traverse. I have a note on rootweb that Charlotte R (his wife) was exc. of estate: however when I contacted the County clerk (probate dept.) they said the only had 3 small papers requesting the closer of a bank acct. and no will was found. Now wouldnt you think a Dr. with 3 grown children and one still at home, and with property would have left a will? Is there other sources to search? and can anyone help me with an obit? Thanks a lot
Suzanne

Osborn obit

sue schmidt — 16 Mar 2006 12:24:20 GMT

Looking for death notice or obit of Guy Osborn died 1-20-1975 , wife Mary daughter Leola.

Fiebing

gfiebing — 23 Feb 2006 4:25:08 GMT

Karl August Fiebing age 51 and his wife Maria Sophia Mueller age 52 and two of their children, Rudolph Albert Wilhelm 17 and Wilhelmine 16 arrived in Ionia MI in 1872 from Ducherow, Prussia. The 1880 census for Ionia also lists a Herman Fiebing family. What the relationship is I don't know yet. Supposedly the Wisconsin Fiebings are also related. Karl August (b. 7-11-1820) parents were Friedrich & Friedrika (Kading) Fiebing, my GGG Grandparents. All were shoemakers. Rudolph moved his family to Traverse City, MI abt 1882 but his widowed (prior to 1880) mother remained in Ionia until her death. Three of my grand daughters are 6th generation Traverse City residents.

Marilyn 'Booty' PHILLIPS ISON

Ardis48 — 22 May 2006 3:43:41 GMT

Traverse City - Marilyn "Booty" (PHILLIPS) ISON, 65, of Traverse City, a journalist who was a cub reporter for the Sturgis Journal, died Feb. 13, 1997, at her home. She was born Dec. 29, 1931, in Chicago, a daughter of William E. and Helen (DARROW) PHILLIPS. Her early childhood was spent in Traverse City, and she graduated from high school in Garrett, Ind. She loved journalism and made a lifelong career of writing. After serving as a cub reporter for the Sturgis Journal, she moved to California where she worked for the dean at the University of Santa Clara in San Jose. She also spent 12 years at KQED-TV in San Francisco as producer and fund-raiser. Because she enjoyed traveling she spent three years in Sydney, Australia, where she wrote about the outback and other areas; and she spent 11 years in Honolulu, Hawaii, working with several firms while writing editorials, commercials and short stories. After she was diagnosed with cancer in 1995, she and her husband, Jim, moved to Traverse City from New Harmony, Ind. Surviving are two sisters, Barbara M. MARTIN of Traverse City and Shirley A. MIDLING of Oroville, Calif.; five stepchildren, Brenda MOHILL of Kalamazoo, Kim FRONING and Brian ISON of Sturgis, Steve ISON of Edwardsburg and Karen WATSON of Delton; and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held in the spring. Arrangements were handled by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City. source: undated newspaper (submitted by a volunteer, no family connection)

McGarry Brothers? to Traverse City

grftcm — 6 Mar 2005 9:19:36 GMT

McGarrys Thomas (b. abt. 1820) Michael (b. abt. 1825) and Stephan (b. abt. 1830), all came from Ireland and show uo on 1870 Census in Long Lake, Traverse (Garfield) and Blair Townships, usually near each other. Michael is my GG Grandfather. I'm trying to establish the family link among them. Can anyone help?

Funeral Home Burial Information

hawkman_ohio — 18 Apr 2006 7:49:44 GMT

I have an unusual request. I have the obituary for a Floyd Ted Gray who died at Muson Medical Center in Traverse City on Aug 9, 1993. Funeral arrangements were done by McElduff Funeral Home in Frankfort. I don't know how to get a hold of the funeral home, but would like to know if someone could contact them and let me know a burial date and place for Floyd Gray if possible. Thank You.

Death Registration for Mary Ann CLARK / CLARKE aft 1919

BruceC_JohnsonJr — 30 Oct 2005 9:34:05 GMT

Hello Grand Traverse researchers
Is it possible for anyone to check the death registration books for a Mary Ann CLARK who is age 92 born in Canada in the 1920 census for Grant, Grand Traverse with daughter Sarah Ann MARCH. We are interested in knowing whether mother Sophia's maiden name is given.
Thanks
Bruce Johnson
Port Bruce, Ontario

Kildee and Kildea-Kildays of Grand Traverse Co.

Leo McFarland — 11 Sep 2005 2:25:55 GMT

Conducting family research on the Kildee/Kidays of Grand Traverse County - descendants of Patrick Kildee and Catherine Sullivan (both buried at St Mary's in Hannah) with others of this line - Looking to connect with descendants of this line interested in sharing research - Children of Patrick and Catherine included John J Kildee (d 1910) - descendants include Patricia A Kildee and Dennis J (born circa 1908) ; Edward Kildee (wife Justina?) born circa 1871 - (Edward may have been a logger in Washington State in early 1900's) descendants unknown , Hannah Kildee (b circa 1875) Bridget Celia (married Frank Cook) b 1881 - children include Joseph B (born 1902) and Agnes K Cook (b 1909) - Timothy Leo Kildee/Kilday -born circa 1884 - married Norma Ulmer - (have connected with 1 from this line) - William T (also believe buried at St. Mary's Hannah born 1878 - spouse Delcia Hickel (chilldren Robert and William ) Anyone researching this line or who have other suggested contacts or sources - any assitance would be appreciated

Sporre's of Traverse City Michigan

Christinesporre — 7 Mar 2003 6:29:29 GMT

Does anyone have any info on The Sporre's of Traverse City.
My GGGrandfather was Clause Sporre who was born around 1900 and die around 1931-32 in a train accident in Michigan
His wife was Myrtle Sporre she lived until 1974.

Edward ZOBEL

Herman8r — 29 Nov 2005 2:33:47 GMT

ZOBEL, Edward
Traverse City

Edward Zobel, age 84, of Traverse City, died Thursday, October 27, 2005 at his home. He was born October 25, 1921 in Manistee. Ed was a graduate of University of Michigan, and he served his country in the United States Air Force during WWII as a fighter pilot. On October 6, 1945 Ed married the former Faith Dorrance. He was a Professor of Engineering at Wayne State University from 1948 to 1986. In 1995 he and his wife moved to Traverse City. Learn more about Ed, view his life story film, and visit with his family and friends Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the RDMG Life Story Funeral Home Vicksburg Chapel, where services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. Ed will be buried in Boughton Cemetery. In addition to his wife, members of his family include his daughters, Mary Shoichet of Bloomfield Hills, Faith Rowean of Augusta, Nancy Zobel of Traverse City; granddaughters, Catherine Shoichet, Jennifer Mason, Anne Bradford; a sister, Natalie Wade of Marathon, FL; and nieces and nephews. Visit Ed's memory page at www.lifestorynet.com where you can read his life story, share a memory, order flowers or make a memorial donation to Hospice at Munson Hospital in Traverse City.
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 10/29/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

Nellie G, ARCHER

Herman8r — 29 Nov 2005 2:33:47 GMT

ARCHER, NELLIE G.
Of Traverse City

Died Wednesday, October 26, 2005. She is survived by her children, Connie (Don) Sargent of Kalamazoo, Kay (Jim) VanBrocklin and Bill (Mary Kay) Archer, both of Traverse City. Services 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29 at First Baptist Church, Traverse City. Visitation Friday from 4 until 7 p.m. at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City and 1 hour prior to services at the church. Please sign the on-line guestbook at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 10/27/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

Penny Rybak

cashbetty1 — 27 Oct 2005 3:04:24 GMT

Need to find Penny, childhood friend of Darlene D. Both lived 1500 block of Michigan Ave in Hammond, Ind. 1950s. Mother's name was Pat or Patricia who was good friends with Darlene's mother Tot. Last known living in Traverse City, Mich. Other known details: Penny had older sister Donna who once lived in Florida; Family lived Monon, Ind in early '70s where the father died. Mother remarried but new surname unknown.

State Archives of Michigan Naturalization Record Indexes

Lucy — 22 Oct 2005 12:54:18 GMT

Hello,
Just sharing information on this subject.
State Archives of Michigan Naturalization Record Indexes

Indexes to the records for twenty-seven Michigan counties are on-line (PDF format). The naturalization indexes have been created by the generous efforts of volunteers at the State Archives of Michigan. Each index has been transcribed from the original hand-written index. Early handwriting varies in legibility and is sometimes undecipherable. Archives' volunteers attempted to include all possible spellings of a particular name, however, misspellings and variations of names appear in these indexes. This may confuse the researcher looking for a specific name and/or spelling. Please take these points into consideration when reviewing the index so as to allow for a thorough search. More indexes will be added to the Web site as they are completed.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-17449_18635_20684--...

Naturalization Records

bmj62787 — 16 Nov 2006 2:51:01 GMT

My great-grandparents settled in Benzie County in 1880. According to the 1900 census, my great-grandfather was a naturalized citizen, however, Benzie County does not have a record for him. Is it feasible that he may have travelled to Grand Traverse County to file his papers, and if so, is there a source index to naturalizations for Grand Traverse? Thanks for any help or direction anyone could give!

CONNERs, Sylvia, Lucinda, Hattie, and half brother Elmer WEST

Dennisgen3 — 17 Mar 2002 4:45:13 GMT

Sarah J CONKLIN first married Perry CONNER abt 1861 Crawford Co Pa., their children were Sylvia E CONNER bn 1862 Pa., Lucinda J CONNER bn 1867 Mi., and Hattie M CONNER bn 1871 Mackslanding Allegan Co Mi. Second Sarah J Conklin married Reuben H WEST, their child was Elmer R WEST.(There may be a Rose WEST). Sylvia E married Samuel M CUMMINGS, second Alfred PURKISS, Lucinda J married William WILKINS, Hattie M married Stilman EDGERLY. Would appreciate any contact with this family. Thank you Dennis Bradley

Marriage search for Steven Henke in Grand Traverse Co.

riechert — 29 Sep 2005 4:30:43 GMT

Searching for Marriage in Grand Travse County for
Steven Henke--Can any one help !!!
RRH
rrhovious@yahoo.com

Merrill death look-up

Gerald Cholewinski — 19 Aug 2005 7:45:59 GMT

I'm looking for someone to do a lookup for a death record
for a Mary Ann (Farmer) MERRILL, who is supposed to
have died Traverse in about 1910-1913.
She born in 1845 in Ohio and was married to Amos Merrill.

Any and all help would be very much appreciated.

Yours truly,
Gerald Cholewinski

Abraham Silvernail- Fife Lake Cemetery

DorrisJS — 20 Jun 2006 1:14:30 GMT

Abraham Silvernail , Grand Traverse in 1900 ,death date unknown, burial in Fife Lake Cemetery, can anyone give me the date of Abraham's death ?
Thank You,
Dorris

MONROE

Janette Halligan — 8 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for info on Sylvanus MONROE in Grand Traverse County. He could be connected with the MONROE'S of Blair Township? He married Nancy "Nellie" AMIDON.(Daughter of Ralph W. AMIDON and Minerva ALVORD AMIDON BRUNDAGE. Lived in Benzie County and had children Lydia (B. 1868 in Inland Township and married Rueben STETSON) Susan, and Ralph. Sylvanus died between 1874 and 1880 but I cannot find a death record. Need to find his parents, brothers and sisters.