Iron - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Saunders, MI (aka Scott Lake)

paulmcleod666 — 12 Nov 2008 9:56:03 GMT

Hi- There was a big saw mill that sat here around 1900 between the railroad and the Brule River. If anyone has a history of this mill (or can direct me to such a history), I'd be grateful. Thanks, Paul

Koskela, Porsback/Porsbakka, Tiilikkala, Viitaniemi/Vitaner

stregell — 4 Nov 2008 7:25:01 GMT

Finn immigrant Hilma C. Tiilikkala married Finn immigrant Simon Porsback 1898 in Iron Co, MI (where is Eastavis?)
Four Kids:
Lillian Louise 4/1900,
Arthur 5/1901-4/1906 in Stambaugh Cem Iron Co MI,
Elma Elizabeth 1/1904
Arthur Hugo 12/1906
Simon is in Stambaugh Cem died 1905. How/when exactly?
Widow Hilma wed Viilus Viitaniemi ("William Vitaner")in 1908 in Crystal Falls MI. One child Esther was born 2/1909 in Stambaugh MI. He left her or died?
Oct 1911 in Nelson Co,ND Hilma wed Finn widower John Koskela of ND who had abt 10 kids. Rumor that John Koskela was visiting Charles Porsbakka in Stambaugh (the brother of deceased Simon). How did they meet? John Koskela had a brother Jacob Koskela b.1855 Finland, living somewhere in Mich. Hilma and her kids moved to ND, then the family moved to FL, then NY (John died), then Chicago (Hilma died).
Can anyone help me on the Stambaugh missing info or on Jacob Koskela?
SLTREGELL@COMCAST.NET

Ball family in Crystal Falls, Michigan

Jan R. Barrett — 20 Jul 2006 12:41:05 GMT

I am looking for any information about the family of Thomas Ball. He was from Cornwall, England and moved to Michigan between 1860 and 1865. My great grandgather, Alfred Ball, was the first American born child (1865). Thomas was a miner and several of the children, including Alfred, were miners too. The family moved to Morris County, New Jersey. Alfred married Mary Nichols there. Alfred had three daughters, Edna, Laura and Ida, who were born in Iron County, Michigan. They moved to Bessemer, Jefferson, Alabama. Alfred was a blacksmith with TCI & RR until he retired. I think one of his brothers was the mine supervisor. I have more information, but am hoping for help. Thank you.

Verville - Quebec to Iron River

KHAWK — 15 Sep 2003 5:50:35 GMT

I am searching for family of Joseph Verville and Daniage Coutier. I believe the family came from quebec, canada and settled in Iron River. I have 11 children from Joseph and Daniage. they are: Louis; alfred; clarence; william; Robert; Jen; Leo; Louise; Joseph Jr.; Napoleon; and Rose. I am decended from Louis. If anyone has info on this family please contact me. Vervilles all across the US could be related to this family. I think all the vervilles are related. thanks.'
Kim

New database on line for Mich.

AliciaKMarshall — 5 Jun 2008 3:14:47 GMT

http://search.labs.familysearch.org/recordsearch/start.html#...
scroll to Mich. either early births, marriages etc.
You can search by last name and put county in.
alicia

Irene A. TARSI

WHL44 — 5 Jun 2008 2:41:01 GMT

TARSI, Irene A.
Of Paw Paw
Formerly of Iron River

Irene passed away suddenly, Friday morning, May 30, 2008 at her home. She was born August 7, 1922 in Stambaugh, MI, the daughter of Chester and Mary (Carasi) Rizzardi. She was very dedicated to her Catholic faith and was a member of St. Mary's Church, Paw Paw and a former member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Iron River. She attended and supported her children and grandchildren in sporting and school events and was an avid fan of Notre Dame. Her family was very important and special in her life. After the loss of her husband, she moved to Green Bay to help her daughter with her pasta business and she loved making ravioli and bread sticks. Five years later she moved to Paw Paw to help take care of her great- grandchildren and spent many hours babysitting and spoiling them. On June 22, 1946 in Caspian, MI Irene was united in marriage to Evo Tarsi who preceded her in death on March 27, 1996. She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary; two brothers, Albert and Louie; sister, Erma Anderson. Surviving are two daughters, JoAnn Long of Green Bay, WI and Adele (Roy) Meyer of Paw Paw; son, Michael (Sara) Tarsi of Berlin, CT; nine grandchildren, Cassandra (Mark), Brian, Jason (Jodi), Darin, Ryan, Nicholas, Angela, Nathan and Allison; six great-grandchildren, Whitney, Kolby, Connor, Mikayla, Spencer and Vincent; brother, Alfred Casari of Iron River, MI; sister, Alice Selmo of Kenosha, WI; several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Sunday 6-8 PM at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw where a vigil service will be held at 7:30 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, 11 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Paw Paw with Rev. Fr. Robert F. Creagan celebrant. Interment will be in Resthaven Cemetery, Iron River, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's School. Share a memory or condolence on line at:
www.timeformemory.com/adams
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/31/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection)

adoption records for Ina Leppanen Salmi

B_Ozog — 4 Jun 2008 5:33:27 GMT

I am looking for adoption records for my great granmother Ina. She was born around 1901 and died in 1990 and can be found on the census records under the Salmi family in Crystal Falls (1910. She was adopted twice and the second family was Erik Leppanen. Does anyone have access or know how to get her adoption records from Iron County?

Thank you
Brenda

Gunnar Olofsson

torvallen — 4 Apr 2005 2:21:24 GMT

Hello!

A family emigrated to America in 1869 March 22, and they were Gunnar Olofsson born 1815 wife Annika Andersdotter and the children Catarina born 1840, Anders born 1843, Ingeborg born 1845, Ursila born 1851 and Johan Gustaf born 1854.
Do anyone know anything about early emigrated people? I would be very pleased if someone have seen that family. Two of the girls had their familis with them to America.
Catarina was married with Nils Fryckbom born 1839 and they had a son called Johan Petter born 1864 and the daughter Ingeborg was married with Eric Carlsson born 1838 and they had two children, Carl Gustaf born 1867 and Gunnar born 1869. All was born in Kall parish, Jamtland

Thanks for all help
Inger Qvarnström

Arthur Jensen

hbrun — 27 Jan 2008 9:47:15 GMT

Looking for the Obit of Arthur Jensen. He died about August 20, 1968 in Stambaugh, Iron Co MI

ZANDI, Paul and Paula/Pauline

hobby29 — 30 Apr 2005 6:38:43 GMT

I have just obtined an obit for Augusta Kavinsky, nee Zandi, and it gives the names of her parents as Paul and Paul Zandi. I have been able to find them in the 1900 and 1910 census records, living in Montreal Twp but cannot find them after that time. 1900 census the name is spelled Zondi, and in 1910 it is Londi. I have checked with the Iron Co Clerk to see if there might be a burial record, and there is nothing for Paul and Paula. If anybody has any access to some other sort of record and can help find these folks after 1910 I would appreciate any help. Paul was born about 1853, and Paula about 1855, so I dont think he would have been employed after 1930.
Thanks
Bonnie

Michalski

JimTravis27 — 14 Mar 2005 7:31:19 GMT

My wife is the Great Grand daughter of Frank Michalski. Her Grandfather, Joseph D. changed the spelling of the last name to Mahoski. Joseph D. had two children, Joseph and Dorothy. Dorothy later married a "Kent". Any further info you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

Lookup please

asiabear0071 — 6 Dec 2007 4:56:46 GMT

Would someone be able to lookup some information for me since i live out of the area. I need the informaton on a John Paul Dylewski (Dileski) he goes by the name of Paul to the marriage of a Otilia Borkowski or Borkowska. They were married April 25 1908 in Stambaugh, Mich. I need both of their mother maiden names and any other information on the marriage license. Thank you very much.

Lookup please

asiabear0071 — 2 Dec 2007 3:25:13 GMT

Lautamaki, Crystal Falls, MI

tpohla — 29 Nov 2007 11:16:33 GMT

I'm trying to find more information of Heikki Anselmi Lautamaki b. 2.2.1882 Peraseinajoki, Finland and of his brother Eeli Aleksi Lautamaki b. 30.10.1884 Peraseinajoki Finland. Heikki came to Michigan in 1901 and Eeli a little later in 1903 and then again in 1909. Eeli died in 1918 and is buried to Iron River Cemetary.

Does anyone happen to have more information about them?

Also 2 sister's of Heikki and Eeli emigrated to USA, but I don't know whether they came to Michican or to Wisconsin where their 3rd sister (Hilma Loviisa Lautamaki Kohta) had emigrated. The names of their sisters are:

Sofia Wilhelmiina Lautamaki s. 25.10.1870 in Finland, d. 3.3.1954 in USA. Sofia was married to Karl Johan Airaksinen

Engla Maria Lautamaki b. 10.2.1878 in Finland, d. 16.11.1965 in USA. Her passport was dated 16.9.1896

Reino V Wierikko of Crystal Falls

solehi — 8 Nov 2007 7:41:39 GMT

I am looking for the actual date of death for Reino Wierikko who was killed in action in WWII. He is buried in Evergreen Cemetery with his parents. Roster of WWII Dead 1939-1945 has him listed, but not the date he was killed. He was a Pvt US Army and enlisted Sept. 1942. His one sister and one brother married into my family.

James McCourt

cemosubby — 16 Oct 2007 12:06:14 GMT

Looking for info on James McCourt. I in-herited a nice photo of him which was among many that belonged to my grandmother. I am not sure why she had his photo or if he is related. I know he was a Photographer and was born about 1849 in Scotland and settled in New Berlin Waukesha Wisconsin. In 1900 census shows him living in Crystal Falls,Iron Co. Mi, alone.Then I find him buried at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery along with Nellie,no death dates for either. James was the son of James McCourt and Agnes McKeand.

KING, EMERY (former sheriff)

mscook173 — 26 Sep 2004 10:40:55 GMT

Am seeking any information on ggrandfather & family. Emery King was sheriff for 14 yrs in Iron County. Followed after his death by son-in-law, Lester Manfrom. Any information on KING's term in office would be great. Photos, stories, etc. Seek info on both families also BATTAN & LaJeaunesse.

Bawdens-Richards from Rockland-Cliff Mine to Crystal Falls

jdrjer — 1 Apr 2004 6:47:40 GMT

John H. Richards died 2-20-1910, He married Selina Bawden whose parents William and Elizabeth Trenbath Bawden lived on Isle Royale at the Siskowet Mine 1850 to 1853. They had a son William J. Richards Who was born in Houghton, Mich. when John H. Richards his father worked (I believe Isle Royale Mine) in 1862. Selinas parents William and Elizabeth and other siblings
were with them also. Elizabeth Trenbath Bawden died in I believe Houghton that same year William J. was born in 1862. They then went to Rockland in 1863 (All the Richards and Bawden families) to work at the Minesota Mine. In 1869 when most mines shut down in Ontonagon County the Bawdens (Most) went to Duluth to work while the Richards stayed on in Ontonagon County. In 1873 however John H. Richards & Selina and children went back to Cliff Mine to work in 1873.
The Richards family then moved to Soudan, Minn. to work in the Iron mines there (Selina Bawden's father William Bawden lived in Duluth, Minn. having gotten married a second time in Rockland).

Thier son William J.Richards moved from Minn. to work in the mines of Crystal Falls, Mich. Is anyone familiar with this family. I am tracking families who lived at the Siskowet Mine on Isle Royale (the island) from 1849 to 1855.
to work for the Minnesota mine there.

Dobson Family in Iron River

kbarrand1 — 8 Jul 2007 5:53:44 GMT

I am looking for information of John William Dobson Iron River Michigan. He came from England to Canada, was married to Alice Butterfield and then to Matilda Johnson in Michigan.

Thanks

Stambaugh / Pentoga

KDavis63 — 21 Feb 2006 3:36:01 GMT

Looking for John Derosier and wife Rachael (Rawn) Derosier.
She died Oct. 1919 in Pentoga, Michigan. In the 1920 census John is a widower living in Stambaugh, Michigan.
Thanks for any help.

Orace Popaloose Moore & Armena "Minnie" Rattie Moore of Stambaugh, Iron County, Michigan

Christopher_Rau — 12 Apr 2007 3:24:38 GMT

I'm researching Armena "Minnie" Rattie and her family. Armena was born of French-Canadian parentage (nee Ratté) in Quebec on 17 January 1862. She and her family moved to Isle La Motte, Grand Isle County, Vermont circa 1865, and then onward to Michigan circa 1880. About this time she was married to Horace [Orace] Popaloose Moore.

Minnie and Horace Moore settled in Stambaugh, Iron County by 1900 and he died in 1930, she in 1937. They had a large family. I am interested in collaborating with any other researchers on this family, especially any living descendants.

Regards,
Chris

WWI soldier named Henry J. Hicks

Dale Niesen — 21 Aug 2005 2:59:45 GMT

Looking for information on a World War I soldier by the name of Henry J. Hicks, Co. L (?), 345th U.S. Infantry. I have a photograph of him and another soldier named John Noland . Hicks mailed the image to a Miss Stilla Hicks, Iron Mountain, Michigan, 409 Lake Street. Henry may be of Native American ancestry. I am willing to share the image with those who are interested. Any help would be apprecaited.

Leonard Anderson

shwarner1 — 16 May 2002 3:02:26 GMT

From the Iron River Reporter (Date of death was Sunday, October 18, 1959)

Mr. Anderson - 57, Carpenter
Dies Suddenly
Leonard Anderson, 57, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home, 719 W. Genesee, in Iron River last evening at 10:15 p.m.
A carpenter and building tradesman, he had been a lifelong resident of the Iron River district.
He was born in Beechwood on May 12, 1902 and attended Iron River township schools.
He was employed by Proksch Lumber Co. and previously had been an employee of the Phoenix Lumber & Supply Co. and was self-employed. Mr. Anderson was a member of the International Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners.
He married Miss Lucille Durand of Commonwealth, Wis. She is a teacher at the Iron River Central school.
Surviving are his wife; one son, James, Iron River; two daughters, Miss Nancy Anderson, a student at Northern Michigan College; and Mrs. Richard (Mary Beth) Sanneman, Binghampton, N.Y. There are four grandchildren.
He also leaves three sisters, Mrs. Walter Winton, Iron River; Mrs. Ralph Thompson, Chicago; and Mrs. Merrill Mason, Franklin Park, Ill.
A brother, John Anderson, Seldon Road died last year.

TAMMINEN, VIRTANEN, WIRTANEN, STREAM, ALTO, KALLIO, HEIMAN, HEMAN, SPLETZER FAMILY HISTORY.

Sherry Stream — 23 Dec 2001 11:56:59 GMT

I am doing family history research on my family in Iron County. Mainly they lived in the Crystal Falls area and also in Mansfield Township. If there is any other family out there doing the same research, please contact me so that we can compare notes.

I'm researching the TAMMINEN, VIRTANEN, WIRTANEN, STREAM, ALTO, KALLIO, HEIMAN, HEMAN, SPLETZER FAMILY LINES.

Jeffry ROBERTS, Pam Stienbarger KLINE, SENSIBA, HUBBARD

Gidget398 — 7 Feb 2007 10:40:06 GMT

I'm trying to locate Jeff Roberts and Pam Stienbarger Kline in regards to the Sensiba family who lived in Iron River. We corresponded a few years ago regarding the Sensibas and Hubbards. I have more info and pictures....

Wojciehowski/Wojciechowski

awojos — 7 Feb 2007 1:48:09 GMT

Joseph Wojciehowski passed 24 Feb 1947. I can not seem to find the cemetery of his family. I am also for other names Sophia and a Josephine. Same last names any help would be appreciate or help locating. This my husbands grandfather.

Cieciorka - Mi. & Pa.

S_Ihrman — 24 Aug 2004 11:34:49 GMT

I have seen the name Cieciorka several times in Iron Co, Iron River, Mi.
I have Cieciorka/Ciciorka in the Scranton Pa. area;
John Cieciorka 1920-2002 & Rosemary 1927-1979 (Pa.-N.C.)
Stanely Cieciorka 1876/1880 - 1948 & Frances Ro/ulka 1881/8-1953 Scranton Pa.
George Albert Cieciorka, ?died in Pa. & Michlena ????
George was from Grodno Poland according to an Aunt. And I have been unable to obtain any more info.
Is there anyone willing to compare notes/ancestry?
Is there a common link to the 2 family groups?

Alpha-Mastodon

Diane — 3 Sep 2006 2:37:45 GMT

Does anyone know how I can get a copy of page 30 of "A 50 year history of the Alpha-Mastodon area: Iron County, MI 1914-1964. M-Z", Iron Mountain, MI: RW Second Press, 1986?
I found the index in the USGENWEB Archives.
Thanks

BROWN, SKINNER

Maggie — 14 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I fear I am searching for a needle in a haystack. I am trying to find any information about a D. W. BROWN and two daughters, Katie and Aggie. I know that in 1888, Katie and Aggie were not married (they were referred to as miss's) so I presume they were born about 1870. In 1888 they were listed as living in Crystal Falls, Michigan. Any information will be a very big help.

Sincerely,

Maggie B.

Dora and WD Hill, School District Superintendent

dfinlay587 — 14 Aug 2006 6:44:34 GMT

I am looking for any info on Dora (Dulgreen) Hill, who died in Crystal Falls in 1971. She was married to WD Hill, and they possibly divorced in the 1920's. WD Hill was the School Superintendent in Crystal Falls.

WD Hill had a daughter, Geraldine Noyes, who went on to become a teacher in Ironwood.

Help with local papers available from the 1920's would be helpful as well. Thanks.

Cresse

cz105 — 31 Jul 2006 4:39:07 GMT

Looking for any record of my Grandfather Henry Arthur Cresse. Born 1894 Iron River Mich. Father Franz, Mother Rose.

Derosier Family

Kathy Davis — 28 Mar 2006 3:57:25 GMT

I am looking for the family of John B. Derosier b: 1844 in Canada. His wife Rachel (Rawn) Derosier died in Pentoga 1919.

thier children:
Florence b: about 1874 in Michigan
Joseph b: February 1876 in Michigan wife Mary?
John B. Jr b: April 1878 Wisconsin wife Angeline
Lena b: February 1880 Wisconsin
Adaline B. b: January 1881 husband Charles Lindstrom
Jennie b: January 1882 husband Frank Chassee

Any information on this family would be so appreciated.
Thanks.

Descendants of Samuel and Jane Bennett

CTheuriet — 4 May 2006 4:47:45 GMT

Minnie Bennett married Edwin Jacka August 2, 1883 and they had seven children. Edwin was born in England on Oct 12, 1962. He was a miner and Captain of the Dunn Mine. Edwin died in April of 1936.

Samuel Curnow Bennett and Jane Noall Freeman are buried in the evergreen MemorialCemetery, Crystal Falls, Michigan.

I have a picture of Samuel plus headstones pictures. I visited the cemetery some time ago and visited with great-grand children in the area.

Seeking Descendants of Richard Retallic(k) 1853-1938 of Amasa

Nick Hagen — 22 Feb 2004 6:04:20 GMT

I am trying to contact distant cousins who are descendants of Richard and Grace (Edwards) Retallic(k). He died 1838 and she died 1941, both in Amasa. Children were William (1884-1931), Winifred (b. 1885), Maud (b. 1888, married Thomas Clark), Christian or Chester (b. 1891), Mabel (b. 1892), Alice (1896-1900), Arthur (b. 1898, married Alice _?_), Hazel May (1900-1924), Edna (b. 1902), Caroline (b. 1905), and Amanda (b.1908). Many thanks!

Jarvi,Lake surnames

Denise — 16 Dec 2003 7:27:40 GMT

Is there anyone in Crystal Falls or Amasa, Michigan that has the names Järvi, Jarva, Järvinen, or Lake surnames in their families? I have found that my great grandfather has gone by the names Anselmi Järvi, Anshelm Järvi, Anshelm Järvinen, and Andrew Lake. He was born in Finland Dec. 17, 1884, came to Michigan in 1900 and 1910, worked for Longyear Mining(went to Norway for that company) in 1915, got married to Toini Kallio (also known as Toini Palmgren) in 1915, and died in Crystal Falls Mar. 2, 1918 at 34 yrs. old. He's supposedly buried in Evergreen Cemetery but isn't listed there. So I was wondering if anyone is familiar with this name in their family . He had one child Lilli, born in Norway, and another child Helvi (Helen) born 2 weeks after he died. Any info. would be a real TREAT!!! Thanks!!

funeral home records

Mary — 13 Feb 2005 4:11:33 GMT

Are the funeral home records for 1929 available in Iron River? I am particularly looking for the Buchanan Funeral Home.

Descendants of Samuel and Jane Bennett

CTheuriet — 4 May 2006 4:47:41 GMT

Henskey

PUP86 — 10 Mar 2006 5:15:22 GMT

We are looking for information regarding Gladys Henskey, she is my fiances aunt we know that she taught school in Crystal Falls. We know that she was adopted by the Henskey family after her mother perished in the Italian Hall Disaster. Any information would be appreciated.

Thank you

Deb

BALON / BALLON

Keith Balon — 6 Mar 2006 1:38:08 GMT

Seeking information of Stanistaw and Frank who settled in Caspian in the early 1900's.

Alfred & Liddia Hawke

jacksmommy123 — 31 Jan 2006 7:28:57 GMT

Looking for information on Alfred and Liddia Hawke. Alfred Hawke was born in England abt 1852 and came to America around 1875. Liddia (most likely a nickname) was born around 1856, possibly in PA. I am looking for any information and especially Liddia's maiden name.

Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Janeen

Milanowski and Swiderski

janank — 26 Jan 2006 7:52:03 GMT

I have a picture of three girls, two of which have the last names of Milanowski and V_____oria Swiderski. Does anyone know these names or can they be found in the census. The picture goes back to 1912 and they most likely were in Iron County. Can anyone assist?

Borns / Bornes Family of Iron Co., MI

jehomer — 20 Jan 2006 1:36:04 GMT

Richard John Williams family

Terry — 1 Jan 2006 3:00:21 GMT

Hi I am looking for information on Richard John Williams born Feb 16, 1883 in England and died 1954 in Iron River Michigan. He was married to Mary E. Cox born Oct 1885 and died 1965 in Iron River Michigan. They were married Nov 28, 1907 in Iron Mountain, Michigan. The children names are Eloise, George, Emma, Vernice, Lillian, Wilbert, and Richard Williams. My dad who is George Williams said they use to make pasties and sell them in Iron River Any information on the Williams family will be helpful. Thank you.

"A History of Iron County, Michigan" by Jack Hill online

DianaGatesReinhart — 20 Dec 2005 9:00:41 GMT

The 1955 book by Jack Hill entitled "The History Of Iron County Michigan" is now on the web at:

http://www.ourfamilyancestry.info/histories/index.htm

The book contains lots of history and names for those interested in the early settlers of Iron County.

Micheal and Delia Quinn and the girls

sweetpea2238 — 24 Dec 2005 10:56:57 GMT

I am looking for any info on Micheal and Delia Quinn. They had too daughters Loretta and Dorthy. They lived in Iron. I am trying to find someone who might know anything about them. I have all the dates I need, but they don't appear on any lists for marriages, births. I even have the place of burial for Micheal, but it does not exist on the internet. I am running into walls. Please help.

Salo/Vickers Family Information Needed - Crystal Falls/Amasa

Laura Jones — 26 Oct 2005 12:22:47 GMT

Seeking information about husband's grandparents, Ellen Salo Vickers and Theodore Vickers. Ellen was the daughter of Evert and Mary Jacobson Salo; sister of Waino, Toivo, Irene, and Raymond Salo. No information whatsoever re: Theodore Vickers, except that "Vickers" may not have been his original family name. Theodore died in 1955, Ellen in 1964. Both are buried in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Crystal Falls.

Husband's family stopped visiting Mary and Irene before he was old enough to get many of the family stories, and his father isn't forthcoming with family information. We'd like to know more about both the Salo and Vickers histories, if anyone has any leads for us.

Sincerely,

Laura Jones, Chicago IL

ANDERSON

Pat Baber — 27 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

One of my cousins in Sweden has a photo of my grandfather
ALEXANDER ANDERSON that was taken at Eskil's Art Gallery in Iron Mountain, Iron Co., MI. I suspect the photo was taken between 1896 and 1905. Can anyone tell me when this gallery was in operation and if it was in Iron County? Thank you.

Samuel C. Bennett and wife Jane Noall Freeman Bennett

Connie — 25 Jul 2005 1:57:03 GMT

They were born and married in St. Ives, COrnwall, ENgland. I know from his obit of Nov 1912 and hers, Sept of 1909 that they had four daughters still living at the time of their deaths. Two are Jennie who married Frank P. Noyes in Crystal Falls, MI....Sibella who married John Ham in Crystal Falls Mi. The other girls are hard to find as all I have are their married names- more like the husbands names. Mrs. Edwin Jacks and Mrs. E.J. Oswald. Samuel, his wife, Jennie, Sibella and their husbands are all buried in the Evergreen Cemetery in Crystall Fall, Iron CO., MI...I need a better lead on the other children...anyone out there researching this family? THey came from Cornwall to the states, lived in Marquette co., Michigan where the father worked in the Negaunee mines, , Missouri and then Norway Michigan eventually ending up in IRon co., MIchigan where Samuel was a mining captain and/or superintendent.

Edla SWAN Obituary

lschertzl — 17 Nov 2006 6:56:54 GMT

Can someone lookup and obituary or death notice for me?
Edla SWAN
born February 8, 1876
died September 1968
last residence Crystal Falls, Iron County, Michigan

Rollins family

asiabear0071 — 3 Oct 2005 2:19:30 GMT

I am looking for any information on the Frank Rollin family of Stambaugh, Mich. Please email me at asiabear007@yahoo.com

PUSKALA FAMILY

Dorothea Bedinger Clymer — 11 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for information on an Aunt Sigrid Tellervo (PUSKALA) BEDINGER, born in Stambaugh, Iron Co., MI 29 July 1918. On April 14, 1949, she married Tyrus Keith BEDINGER in Chicago. After his 1962 death she returned to Iron River. According to the Social Security Death Index, she died there 7 Apr 1998. Where might I obtain an obituary or locate her son James Keith BEDINGER?

Edward Currie, Hotel Keeper, Iron River, 1920 & 1930

SarahGalbraith21 — 2 Oct 2005 4:44:12 GMT

Between 1918 and 1930 - though perhaps for much longer - Edward CURRIE, born in 1875 in Ontario to John Currie and Henrietta McARTHUR, was a hotel keeper at 401 Adams, Iron River, Iron County. He may have been married to Mary SHARKEY.
I would like to find out if he had any children in the area, or if there are any cemetery records which may help me trace any of Edward's descendants.
Thanks and regards
Sarah Galbraith

United Lutheran Church

Denise — 24 Aug 2005 3:35:01 GMT

I need help getting my family history from United Lutheran Church, 506 Superior Ave. , Crystal Falls, Mi. In January I spoke with the church secretary, Elaine, and I sent a nice donation to the church for her time, and she has given me every excuse in the book as to why she hasn't had time for the information I requested. I would appreciate it if someone that knew Elaine, could go to the church, and assist her with this small task. I am getting desperate for help! I have received more help from a person in Finland, than I have from someone in my own country. Please e-mail me, and I will pass the letter on to you that has all my family names (the letter I originally sent Elaine in January). God Bless whoever helps me on this one!!!

PLICHTA Surname

Frank R. Plichta — 5 Aug 2005 12:48:32 GMT

I am collecting all PLICHTA obituaries. Any referece to the surname is appreciated. To date 57 family lines identified with 1,915 individuals. No reference is unimportant.
"Searching the world for PLICHTAs."

Mine Explosion

IrisLillie — 18 May 2005 9:25:46 GMT

John Charles Smith died Jan 1, 1910.

It has always been family legend that he died in a mine explosion. He is buried in Crystal Falls, so I figure the mine would be close to that area.

Does anyone know of a mine accident or explosion late 1909 or the first day of 1910?

Thank You.

Tombstone photos from Evergreen

DeadPpl — 24 Jul 2005 6:44:06 GMT

Is there anyone who might be willing to do tombstone photos at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery for me?
Please email me at ncronk@msn.com
Thanks,
Nancy
Fallon NV

Anna Rantala

solehi — 17 Jul 2004 8:49:46 GMT

I am looking for information about Anna (Annie) Rantala, born about 1900 in either Idaho or Michigan. She was married to my uncle Oscar Ferquist in Crystal Falls, MI. Per the 1920 census, they were newly married, living with her father, John Rantala, and family in Crystal Falls. He was a widower. Siblings were Saima, Eino, Wilmer or Wilbur, Antone (Anthony?) and Mamie. All her siblings were born in Idaho. My uncle died in Florida, but I can't find her anywhere.

Crystal Falls, Newspaper

IrisLillie — 10 Dec 2001 3:48:58 GMT

Many of my family lived in Crystal Falls, in Iron County in the late 1800s to the mid 1900s. I have dates of some of the births, deaths, and marriages, I am hoping to find obits and announcements in a paper of that time period.
Where should I look? Keeping in mind that the county formed after there arrival to the area, should I also look in a Marquette paper?
What is the name of the paper? I live in Kansas City, Missouri, so a simple trip to the library or historic society is out.

IrisLillie@aol.com

Marriage look-up Henke Steven/Marleena M. Budeck 2002 Iron, Mi

riechert — 30 Jun 2005 5:55:47 GMT

marriage look-up in Iron, Michigan
Steven Henke/Marleena M. Budeck 2002 Iron, Michigan
Any information is needed, thank you.
RRH
rrhovious@yahoo.com

Fodor/Hungary/Bessemer/Caspian

Nancy Fodor — 2 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Am researching the family of Steve Fodor who was born in 1889 in Hungary. He came to this country in 1904 and settled with his family in Bessemer Michigan where he met and married Susan Stefanik Fodor in 1916. He than moved to Caspian, Michigan. Steve was the Master Mechanic at several iron ore mines in the area. He had three children; Robert, Norman(my father) and Ruth Fodor Giombolini. If you would like or have any information for or from me please let me know.

Maki family in Hematite, Iron County census 1920

Merja — 5 Aug 2003 10:20:14 GMT

I´ve been trying to trace an ancestor called Erkki Syrjamaki. He emigrated to US and died there. There is a small chance that he could be Erik Maki listed in US census 1920 in Hematite, Iron county. Does anyone have any information concerning this family? Appr. birth-years counted from the census. I had quiet a lot of trouble with the writing, all of the names might not be correct.

Erik Maki b.1868, wife Lizzie Maki b.1881 and children Hjalmar b.1902, Edward b.1903, Bertha b. 1905, Arne b.1909, Signe b. 1910, Ellen b.1912, Aila? b. 1914 and Vieno? b. 1918.
The parents have been born in Finland, the children in Michigan. The family cannot be found in 1930 census in Michigan and if this is the family I´m looking for, Erik died in 1929.

Any information is greatly appreciated!

Merja in Finland

Price Family

mymisscricketmmc — 8 May 2005 1:23:14 GMT

Looking for any information on a William(Bill) and Rose(Simon)Price and two of their living children. Helen and Lorraine Price. I believe they were from the Crystall Falls area of Iron County.

Evelyn L. Sepich

countrygal60 — 23 Apr 2005 1:25:53 GMT

Looking for info on Evelyn Sepich b. 1905 and lived around Iron River, MI

YOUNGELL from Stambaugh

redmoby — 5 Jul 2004 2:45:48 GMT

Looking for obituaries for Youngell family. Burial in Stambaugh and Iron River period of 1944 thru 1989. How do I find out the name of the local newpapers? What is the best way to search for the obituaries? (I live in Milwauee, WI).
Appreciate any help
Diane

Helgemo

kacy1222 — 24 Apr 2005 10:23:20 GMT

Does anyone have any info. on a Chester Helgemo who probably lived in Iron River, MI?

Belland/Baker from Stambaugh

collector30 — 10 Oct 2002 3:41:26 GMT

Information needed on Caroline Murray Belland. After being widowed in 1919 she lived with her daughter and son-in-law in Stambaugh. Her daughter was Francis Belland Baker. Francis was married to Frank Baker, who was a fireman in Stambaugh. Children of Francis and Frank where: Adella, Murray and Celeste.

Lockwood, Runkel, Rowely

CarolAnderson136 — 19 Mar 2005 11:32:03 GMT

I am looking for information on George Runkel, married to Eliza Jane Lockwood. George was born in Prussia. He and Eliza moved to Crystal Falls in the 1880's.
Also, Levi D. Rowley, married to Mary Lockwood. They moved to Crystal Falls the same time.
David C. Lockwood married to Catherine(Kate) Dinhoff. They had at least 4 children, while in Crystal Falls.
Eliza, Mary & David are sisters and brother.

Carol

Montagna Montagno

E. T. Schmitt — 17 Oct 2003 1:45:02 GMT

Looking for information on Virgilio Montagna. He arrived at Ellis Island 4 Dec 1906 from Genoa, Italy on the ship "City of Napoli," residence Mogliano, Italy; destination, Crystal Falls, Mich., age 19. He arrived with a Giuseppe Cabiana, age 28, from Brogliano also headed for Crystal Falls. Montagna was not meeting anybody, but Guiseppe was meeting a friend in Crystal Falls.

He is believed to be the Montagno, Vorgigho; wife: Nina; miner; shown in the 1913 city directory for Crystal Falls.

Were these the parents of 3 children shown in the 1930 census for Marquette, Mich.: Peter Montagna, age 14; Angeline, age 12; and Virgilio, age 16, all born in MI, living in the Holy Family Orphanage in Marquette, Mich.?

Is this family connected to the Mr. Montagna (possibly Peter) who married a Mona Elizabeth Kewley (1922-1985)?

Al Sarafiny of Caspian, MI 1929

drbrownlee — 26 Jan 2005 7:22:29 GMT

There is a full-page photo of Al Sarafiny of Caspian MI in the 1929 yearbook of St. Edwards University of Austin, TX. He was one of the athletic coaches. Thought this might help some SARAFINY researcher.

John Kivinen

minnalaukkanen2 — 16 Jan 2005 12:22:29 GMT

Hi!
I want to know more about John Kivinen born 18 feb 1881 Ylistaro in Finland died 20 Nov 1962 Ironwood Michigan His wife Aleksandra born 25 Mar 1880 Pihtipudas, Finland died 1 Jul 1925 Ironwood Michigan. They have one son and two daughters, other one is Lempi Maria born 5 Sep 1905. If you have information of them or you are relative please contact.
Thank You.

Boulley - McGillver - Bottrell - Hardy - Shannon

mdhshannon7 — 29 Jan 2006 8:31:06 GMT

Looking for information on these families. Robert McGillvery married Mary Boulley, Chippewa Indian; William Bottrell married Emma Hardy, Robert McGillvery Jr. married Rachel Bottrell and Daniel Shannon married Eith Bottrell.

Jay Curtis Rowe

Ronald Russell — 4 Dec 2004 3:33:08 GMT

Looking for descendants of Jay Rowe b. 1897 d. 1980

Have information to share

Gust Ketola

DorothyKinnun — 10 Dec 2003 3:14:44 GMT

Does anyone remember a Gust Ketola, born in Finland, who emigrated to Crystal Falls and died there in November 1954? He had at least two daughters, possibly more children. A relative in Finland is searching for them! This man has been such a help to us in tracing our family in the old country, we would like to do something for him in return. Please help us find the Ketolas for him.

Meyer(s) & La Liberty in Michigan

cayna — 5 Aug 2004 2:07:38 GMT

I am seeking information on Eva Virginia La Liberty. I know that she possibly (or most likely) has a sister named Virginia. Eva was born in 1902. She married Francis Meyer/Meyers who was born in 1901. Their children are (and there may be more) Virginia Meyer born April 08, 1920. Laverne Meyer born February 12, 1925. Norma Josephine Meyer birthdate unknown. I know Virginia was born in Michigan and she married Alfred Benton. Laverne Meyer was born in Iron River and was married there. Norma Meyer married Paul Francis Beaudry. I am looking for the ancestors of Eva and Francis and possible information about siblings and other information if you have any available! Thank you in advance.

KREGER, GARNER, PEDERSEN?

Janan — 9 Sep 2001 6:51:18 GMT

I'm looking for information on Joseph Kreger who lived in Iron River and married Josephine Pedersen. He died of tuberculosis in the early 1900's in a sanitorium or where ever they sent people with this disease. I know it was somewhere further north. Before this time he ran a grocery store. I'm afraid that I don't have any dates right now except to say it was in the early 1900's. Joseph had a brother but I don't know his name. They escaped from a Catholic orphanage where they were mistreated in New York and came to Iron River. They had a son Wilmer (an artist) who also lived with his wife, Jean Garner in Iron River. Any information on this family would be appreciated.

father information

lolita199 — 8 Sep 2003 11:39:29 GMT

Hello,need any helpin further info on my father,came to this country around May 1915, came through Canada on Ferry Algoma,and settled in Caspian. His name was Staico Evanoff when he first came to this country, while locating in Caspian changed name to George Sam Evanoff, any help will be greatly appreciated. Donna Swienty, (Evanoff)

SOLANDER, Anderson, Larson, Carlson

sue team — 31 Jul 2003 6:31:25 GMT

Looking for descendants of any of the Solanders from this county or Iron county, or any one related to these people,
a cousin in Sweden is looking to see what happened to his grandmothers siblings, and the Solanders are related, aunts, uncles, and cousins. We are working on the whole family line from Vasterbotten and Torps in Sweden and will be happy to share whatever we can. Please if contact us if you are related or if you know of anyone who is.

MICHALSKI

Donna — 20 Jun 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Frank MICHALSKI born in Poland 3 Oct 1853 was married to Mary Anna SOVILISKA and all of their children were born in Iron River, Iron, MI. They are: Antone (Anthony) born 9 July 1885; twins Helen and Lillian; Josephina; Hortensia Augusta (aka Marion) born 18 Feb 1889 baptised on the 24 at St Agnes R.C.(surname on record was Mychalski; Frank Jr; and Joseph Donald born 20 May 1898. This family moved to Tacoma WA about 1902. Frank SR. worked in the mines in MI. Looking for any information on this family in MI

Hirvilampi/Lampi

hlampi — 24 Aug 2004 7:01:01 GMT

Hi, I'm trying to find out any info. on any Hirvilampis or Lampis that lived in the UP in MI (mainly Amasa). My great grandfather was John Hirvilampi (changed to Lampi in early 1900s), married to Maria Hirvilampi (who was married initially to his cousin Isak in the late 1800s). Their children were Alli, Helia (Maria & Isak's) John & Eino (John & Maria's). I'm tryting to locate any info. on Eino, he was born around 1917, died around 1935. All I've been able to locate are some census records. Also my grandfather never knew his grandfather's name. He was married to Serafina Viljanmaa, if that helps any.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Ducharme

Penny Bliss — 23 Jun 2004 7:59:28 GMT

I'm loooking for anyone who is reseaching the Ducharme name or knows anyone who is related to the Ducharme Family.

Need lots of help

Sharon Ehrisman — 11 Aug 2004 12:16:07 GMT

Looking for anyone who would be willing to do some free geneology search. Looking for anything on a William and Rose(Simon)Price, or any members of that family.I know they had two living of five children. The two living children were Helen( Price) Ross and Laraine (Price) Hester.( mother). The family lived in Eagle River, Wisconsin, but may have lived in the Crstal Falls area before locating in Eagle River. I am 62 years old now and have not seen my mother since I was around three(3) years old. If there is anyone who could help me in this search, I would greatfully appreciate it. Thank You.

Seeking obituary, descendants, H. Michael Veenschoten

Gerald_Hobson — 15 Aug 2004 9:22:23 GMT

Rev. Veenschoten served as a missionary to China (1917 - 1951) and to the Phillipines (1952-1957) and died in Iron River, MI June 9, 1974. Seeking obituary, descendants. Grateful for any help.

Gerald D. Hobson
12 Millstone Drive
Painesville, OH 44077
gdhobgen@aol.com

family history

ladycrystal_99 — 4 Jul 2001 1:29:19 GMT

looking for info on parents of barbara stalter--barbara married john wolak- later divorced and remarried olaf westlund-all of these were in iron co. michigan i was told-there were three sisters barbara-beverly-marilyn. beverly is married to an anderson and still lives in crystal falls

COSSETTE, Hilda

redmoby — 5 Jul 2004 2:45:48 GMT

Need look-up for obituary found in Diamond Drill Obituary Index for 1979. Hilda COSSETTE, Death Oct 24, 1979, Page 10. Can anyone help?
Thanks,
Diane

Searching for McGee, Frappier/Frattier

KC — 18 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for info about my Great Grandfather. He was Francis Joseph McGee, no bdate known, who was married to Elizabeth (Elsie) Frappier/Frattier, no bdate known. (I believe it was Frappier, as I have found what I believe to be her father; maybe Leon Frappier who lived in Houghton Co. Schoolcraft township in the 1870 census). Francis and Elizabeth had three sons; Vincent, Richard and my grandfather, Donald Leon McGee born 01-May, 1909. They were to have lived in Iron River, Iron County at some point, as my grandfather was born there. Donald married Doris Antoinette Norrell, dob 15-March 1911. They had three children; Patricia, Mary and my father Leon Donald McGee who was born in Escanaba in 01-June, 1938. Doris had parents named Anton Norrell and Amanda Anderson, and I know nothing about them, besides the fact that Doris was supposed to have been born in Escanaba.

Iron COunty - Sipchen, Priester, Denton, ROemer, Grieninger

valentine531792 — 3 Jan 2005 2:06:37 GMT

1-16-02 I am posting this to message board just to be on record for the future READERS! Send an Email ifyou have these names on your charts. Or write to MiIRON-L@rootsweb.com
valentine

Jack Niemi

NancySoloman143 — 23 Apr 2004 11:10:22 GMT

Looking for any info on Jack.He was 38 in 1920,unmarried,and working as a laborer at the above camp.He has been so elusive!!!
Nancy

obits?

terra — 26 Apr 2004 1:46:14 GMT

Hello

Looking for any information on Anna (Moilanen) and Arthur Eliasson? Hoping to find thier obits? Anna would be my great grandmothers sister.
Anna pasted away in Oct 1978, and her husband Arthur in Jan of 1969. If i have done my homework right?
Any information would be greatful, because i am still trying to find out what happened to my grandmother also?

Thank you
Terra
Carrier Mills, IL

Sageler (Dagaler?)-Goodman Sawyer Camp

NancySoloman143 — 23 Apr 2004 11:08:04 GMT

The 1920 census says this is in Mastodon,Mi.Does anyone have any info on this logging camp?
Nancy

Margaret Alexander 1915 Iron Clerk

Bob Cooper — 17 Apr 2004 12:08:18 GMT

Looking for family history for Margaret Alexander and her relatives. Mother/Sister probably named Frances or Dorothea. Father possibly named Fred(eric?). Margaret working as City/County Clerk in Iron? Mountain? Michigan about 1915.

Any information appreciated.

Poor Farm in Crystal Falls - where were the poor buried? Looking for where Frank Wirtanen is buried.

sballa143 — 16 Dec 2003 11:05:44 GMT

I am looking for information on the poor farm (now the Iron County Medicare) and where the poor staying at the poor farm would have been buried if they could not afford to buy a burial plot. (I know my ancestory is not buried at the Ever Green Memorial Cemetery and he was not buried in the yard at the family farm). I know he died in Iron County at the the poor farm but that the court house has no record of his death. There was no obituary in the Diamond Drill of his death. The church record did indicate that he died at the poor farm but had no mention of where he was buried. His name was Frank Wirtanen. The cencus records do indicate that he was at the poor farm in 1920. He died in June of 1921.

baker/belanger/fountain family

maryannbelanger1 — 8 Apr 2004 1:34:52 GMT

looking for information on Thomas baker/belanger and laura fountain a son born Edward Belanger 1917 Houghton Michigan

Ida Rowe

jdrjer — 1 Apr 2004 7:01:06 GMT

Did your Ida Rowe originate in Jacabsville, Mich at Portage Waterway?

William H. Stevens

jdrjer — 1 Apr 2004 6:55:40 GMT

Where in Cornwall did William H.Stevens come from??? I would think Gwinear, Crowan or Cambourne.

John Perry Anderson VN KIA 7/2/1967

Robert Sage — 20 Mar 2004 10:44:15 GMT

The Coffelt database is trying to find the unit all Viet Nam casualties belonged to. John is one of the last 600 we cannot find. He is buried at Beechwood Rosehill cem. Any help finding the unit he belonged to would be appreciated.

Mildred Schill, Iron River?

Minna Salmi — 12 Mar 2004 8:13:53 GMT

I try to find information about my Great granfathers( Frank Salmi) daughter Mildred.

Eggert-Egert=Egger and Siemund

luftluft — 28 Sep 2005 7:07:23 GMT

Looking for any information on a Henry Eggert and a Bertha Siemund who was born in 1897 in Hibbing,Mn., supposed to have lived by a lake in either Wisconsin or Michigan in the 1950's. Bertha or Betty is my grandmothers sister, and I would like to find information on her, where they lived and where she is buried as I don't think that she is alive anymore.
All or any help appreciated.

researching

Donna(evanoff)Swienty — 3 Mar 2004 10:19:29 GMT

Hi, I am seeking information about my father, George Evanoff, came to the United States as a 19 year old from Bulgaria around the year of 1914-1916. locating in Caspian Mi. worked as a miner. on some paper work I have He came through Canada, hope there are some old timers who might have any info. any help will be appreaciated. thanks, Donna (Evanoff) Swienty

Anyone visiting Harbour House Museum in Crystal Falls?

Nick Hagen — 27 Feb 2004 6:31:22 GMT

If anyone is planning a trip to the Harbour House Museum in Crystal Falls in the near future, I would like to get photocopies of five obituaries which are in the "Diamond Drill" newspaper there. I will gladly pay for your gas, copying charges, postage, your time, and even buy you lunch. How can you pass that up? Email me if you are going there and I'll send you the names of the deceased, dates obits were published and even the page numbers they're on. I will be eternally indebted. Thanks!!!

John Peterson, 1882-1918

John Hallberg — 3 Mar 2004 3:43:16 GMT

PETERSON JOHNNES 3 378 5/11/1918 Evergreen Cem.

The Diamond Drill, Crystal Falls, MI
May 18, 1918

JOHN PETERSON DEAD

John Peterson whose serious illness was noted in last week's issue died last Friday night at his home in this city. The end was not unlooked for as he had been failing for a long time and the end was only a question of time.

Mr. Peterson came to this city from Wisconsin about ten years ago and has made his home here since. He was interested in logging and concrete work and took many small contracts about the city for cement construction.

Three years ago his health failed and from that time he has been practically inactive. He is survived by his wife and one child.

The funeral was held from the M. E. church on Monday afternoon, the K. of P. taking charge of the burial.

Those present from out of town were C. Peterson, a brother who lives at Chicago, Mrs. H. Rasmussen, a sister, also from Chicago, and Mrs. P. Dahlgard from Springfield, Illinois.