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Lydia (Weyant) BURKET (1874, Queen, Bedford Co. -- 25 Nov 1934, Syracuse, NY)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 1:55:04 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Monday, 26 November 1934

MRS. LYDIA (WEYANT) BURKET

Widow of Professor John C. Burket, a former principal of the Tyrone and of the Gaysport schools, died at her home in Syracuse, N.Y., on Sunday morning at 2.30 o'clock, death being attributed to a heart condition following a short illness. She was born at Queen, Bedford county, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Zachariah Weyant. About twelve years ago Professor and Mrs. Burket went to Syracuse where the husband died in January 1930. Surviving are two sons, Earl of Minneapolis, Minn., and Ray, at home, and one sister and two brothers, Mrs. James A. Weyant and Albert Weyant of Queen and Samuel Weyant of Sproul. She was a member of the Reformed church. The body will arrive at the home of her sister at Queen, from where funeral services will be conducted in charge of Rev. Frank W. Montgomery, pastor of the Claysburg Methodist charge. Interment will be made in the Greenfield cemetery.
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CHARITY FRAZIER

seamandj — 3 Oct 2008 6:10:30 GMT

I'm searching for the parents/dob of CHARITY FRAZIER b. ca 1803 who married ca 1824 JACOB TANNER in Speersville in what is now Fulton Co. Is Charity d/o the BENJAMIN FRAZIER in Londonderry Twp 1800-1830 census?

Christina Sliger b. abt 1845 Cumberland Valley, Bedford County, PA - who are her parents?

shaslam100 — 9 Aug 2007 10:57:04 GMT

I am trying to find the parents of Christina (or Christiana) Sliger born abt. 1845 in Cumberland Valley Township, Bedford County, PA. She appears for the first time in the 1850 census at the age of 5 as Christiana Dickens but from searching, I believe that her name should be Christina Sliger, and that the census taker just listed her last name as that of the family she was living with. She is found in 1850 living with Moses Dicken (spelled Dickens in this census) and Elizabeth (Brill) Dicken and their son, Moses Jr. She then appears in the 1860 census, also living with Moses and Elizabeth (Brill) Dicken (spelled Dickin), but this time she is listed as Christina Sliger...and there is now a John Wigfield (I have yet to identify him) living with them, who is listed as "Farm Laborer".

I believe that Moses and Elizabeth (Brill) Dicken are Christina's grandparents...and on one of the family trees on ancestry.com, Christina is listed as the child of Frederick Sliger and Rebecca (Dicken) Sliger. Rebecca (Dicken) Sliger died in 1845...which would make it plausible that as a baby, Christina would be sent to live with her grandparents. However, there is no mention anywhere I can find, that Frederick Sliger and Rebecca had more than 1 daughter, and that daughter is listed as Ellen Katherine Sliger, born in 1842 who later married Francis Marion Elliott. Since Moses and Elizabeth (Brill) Dicken had many children, it is also possible that Christina is a child of one of those children (she is not listed as one, though)...or that she is simply someone entirely different.

If there is anyone out there than can help me understand this puzzle, I would greatly appreciate it.

William H. ABERLE

BobRose69 — 23 Jun 2001 5:05:32 GMT

Unknown paper and no pencil date.

WILLIAM H. ABERLE

William Henry Aberle, a well known resident of Hindman, died at his home there on Sept. 11 at the age of 76 years. He had been in good health, until one, week before his death, when he was stricken with intestinal flu.

Surviving are the following children;
Mrs. Z. A. Green,
Mrs. Mahlon Evans,
Mrs. J. E. Corley of Hyndman,
Mrs. Edna Tayman,
Milton and
Burt Aberle of Uniontown, and
Mrs. Minnie Pensyl at home.
Also the following brothers and sisters;
George,
Albert. and Frank Aberle,
Mrs. Belle Kornhoff,
Mrs. Frank Ruppert and
Miss Nettie Aberle all of Cumberland, also 13 grandchildren.
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Paddock, Little, Hand

jkarthur — 4 Jul 2001 8:43:41 GMT

I am looking for any information about Rueben Paddock(1707-) married to Rebecca Hand(1709-) and their son, William (1749-1837) married to Sarah Little(abt 1755). There is a good posibility that they lived in the area of Bedford County, Pa. William served in the American Revolution. He and Sarah migrated to Kentucky where they died. William probably had three brothers, Ebenezer and Jonathan and Rueben.

John STIFFLER (22 Dec 1822, Bedford -- 31 Jan 1912, Bedford)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:59:04 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Friday, 2 February 1912, p. 16, col. 1

JOHN STIFFLER,

A much respected citizen of Bedford, died on Wednesday morning, after a lingering illness. His death was due directly to old age. He was born in that town on Dec. 22, 1822. Mr. Stiffler for many years followed the trade of carpenter. At the time of his death he was the second oldest person in Bedford. He is survived by one son, William of Bedford township, and one daughter, Miss Kate, at home. He is also survived by a brother, George of Bedford, and two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Diehl of Bedford and Mrs. William Hartzell of Bedford township. Mr. Stiffler was a quiet, modest gentleman and will be missed among a large circle of relatives and friends.
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Jacob S. BIDDLE (12 Feb 1844 -- 7 Apr 1919, Loysburg)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:49:53 GMT

Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Friday, 11 April 1919, p. 8, col. 2

Loysburg Resident Dead

Hon. Jacob S. Biddle, a former member of the state legislature and a prominent war veteran of the southern end of the Cove died at his home at Loysburg, Bedford county, April 7 at 8 o’clock. Death was due to a complication of diseases and he had been in failing health for some time.

Mr. Biddle was born February 12, 1844, and had been a resident of the Loysburg district practically all his life. On Christmas day, 1867, he was united in marriage with Emma Shoenfelt. On Christmas day, 1917, the couple observed the golden wedding anniversary surrounded by their children and grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

The widow and the following children survive: Emory, of Loysburg; Mrs. J.D. Ritchey of Lancaster; John A. of Canoe Creek; Roy L. of Anderson, Ind.; Mrs. J.M. Woodcock, Homer S. and Warren H., all of Altoona. A brother, A.B. Biddle, of Johnson City, Tenn. also survives.

Mr. Biddle served three years in the Civil War. He had an excellent service record participating in a number of the most prominent battles. He served a term in the state legislature from 1895 to 97, representing Bedford county. He was a member of the Loysburg Methodist Church. For many years he was superintendent of the Sunday school of the congregation. He was a member of the Woodbury post of the Grand Army of the Republic.

Mr. Biddle during his earlier years took an active interest in politics and was one of Bedford county’s best known Republicans. In years gone by her served in a number of offices in his home township, being school director for many years. He lived on a farm until ten years or more ago, since which time he had lived retired.
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Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 19, p. 17

Hon. Jacob S. Biddle

Hon. Jacob S. Biddle, a well known and highly respected citizen of the southern end of the Cove, died at his home in Loysburg, at 8 o'clock on Saturday morning of a complication of diseases. He had been in failing health for some time.

Deceased was born February 12, 1844, and had been a resident of Loysburg and vicinity practically all his life. On Christmas day, 1867, he was united in marriage with Emma Shoenfelt and on Christmas day, 1917, the couple observed their golden wedding anniversary surrounded by their children and grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Mr. Biddle was a veteran of the Civil war, having served three years in the Union army. He participated in some of the most prominent battles of the war and had an excellent service record. He was a member of the Grand Army post of Woodbury.

Jacob S. Biddle was one of Bedford county's most prominent Republicans and during his vigorous days took a prominent part in politics. He represented his county in the state legislature from 1895 to '97. He also took an active interest in home affairs, serving as school director for some years. He was a member of the Loysburg Methodist church, and for many years superintendent of the Sunday school of the congregation. Mr. Biddle engaged in farming as an occupation till about ten years ago, since which time he lived a retired life.

He is survived by the widow and the following children: Emory of Loysburg, Mrs. J.D. Ritchey of Lancaster, John A. of Canoe Creek, Roy L. of Anderson, Ind., Mrs. J.M. Woodcock, Homer S. and Warren H., all of Altoona. A brother, A.B. Biddle, of Johnson City, Tenn., also survives.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 11 April 1919]
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Mollie E. McGREGOR (16 May 1904, Roaring Spring -- 4 Mar 1972, New Paris)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:26:52 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Monday, 6 March 1972

MOLLIE E. McGREGOR

Of 291 E. Main St., Roaring Spring, died at 11:15 p.m. Saturday, March 4, 1972, in Schroyer's Rest Home, New Paris. She was born May 16, 1904, in Roaring Spring, a daughter of William H. and Annie (Nolan) McGregor. Surviving are a brother and a sister, Roy F. and Mrs. Clara Heuston of Roaring Spring. Miss McGregor was a member of the First Church of the Brethren, Roaring Spring. Friends will be received in the Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.
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Henrietta Jane (Reffner) HELSEL (30 Sep 1850, South Woodbury Twp. -- 31 Jul 1937, South Woodbury Twp.)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:23:59 GMT

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics
Certificate of Death
Place of Death: Bedford County, S. Woodbury Twp.
Full Name: JANE HELTZEL
Residence: New Enterprise, Pa.
Sex: F
Color: White
Marital Status: Widow
Wife of: John Heltzel, Dec.
Date of Birth: Sept. 30, 1850
Age: 86 years, 10 mos, 1 day
Occupation: House Work
Birthplace: Woodbury, Pa.
Name of Father: Henry Reffner
Birthplace of Father: Penna.
Maiden Name of Mother: Elizabeth Klutz
Birthplace of Mother: Penna.
Informant: Loretta Baumgardner, New Enterprise, Pa.
Burial: Holsingers, Bedford Co. Pa., Aug. 3, 1937
Undertaker: J.N. Byers & Son, Woodbury, Pa.
Date of Death: July 31, 1937
Cause of Death: Lobular pneumonia
Contributory: Senility
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Obituary

Mrs. Jane Helsel died July 31 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Loretta Baumgardner, near New Enterprise. She was born Sept. 30, 1850, in that vicinity, a daughter of Henry and Elizabeth Reffner, and was one of 13 children. Her husband, who was John Helsel, preceded her in death. Two daughters and a son survive, Mrs. Rufus Koontz of Yellow Creek, David Helsel of East Freedom and the daughter above mentioned. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at the Holsinger Church of the Brethren and interment made in the adjoining cemetery.
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Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 37, p. 45

MRS. JANE HELSEL

Mrs. Jane Helsel, an aged resident of the New Enterprise community, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Loretta Baumgardner of near New Enterprise Saturday July 31, at 2 p.m., death being attributed to diseases incident to her advanced age.

Mrs. Helsel was born near New Enterprise on Sept. 30, 1850, the daughter of Henry and Elizabeth Reffner, and was united in marriage with John W. Helsel, who died in 1919. They resided near New Enterprise during his life, and later Mrs. Helsel remained in the old home until about seven years ago, since which she divided her time among the homes of her children. She was a member of the Church of God.

Surviving are two daughters and one son, Mrs. Baumgardner, at whose home she died, Mrs. Rufus Koontz of Yellow Creek, and David I. Helsel of East Freedom. Also 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and one great-great-grandchild. One brother, Wesley Reffner of Roaring Spring, remains of their father's family of thirteen children.

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Holsinger Church of the Brethren, conducted by Rev. Wilfred N. Staufer. Interment was made in the cemetery at the church.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Thursday, 5 August 1937]
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Lloyd S. POTE (4 Feb 1872, Bakers Summit -- 24 Dec 1936, Everett, WA)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:14:11 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Friday, 1 January 1937, p. 5, col. 5

Lloyd S. Pote

The body of Lloyd S. Pote, a native of Baker's Summit who died in Everett, Wash., Dec. 24, was conveyed to Baker's Summit and services held in the Holsinger Church of the Brethren yesterday by Rev. W.W. Banks of Trinity Methodist Church at Roaring Spring. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Mr. Pote was born Feb. 4, 1872, a son of Jacob and Rebecca Pote, and is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Grant, Emory, Ivan, Mrs. Irene Meyers and Mrs. Charles Kyler, all of Baker's Summit; Mrs. J. Herbert Stephens, Mrs. Charles Mock and Mrs. Arthur Dick of Roaring Spring.
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Reuben H. PRESSEL (2 Sep 1878 -- 19 Dec 1918, near Woodbury)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:11:04 GMT

Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Friday, 8 January 1915, p. 2, col. 5

Lafayetteville

Mr. and Mrs. R.H. Pressel and daughters, Alice and Mary, and Mrs. John Appleman and Mrs. Charles Howser spent Sunday afternoon with relatives at Brumbaugh.
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Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Friday, 20 July 1917, p. 5, col. 1

LA FAYETTEVILLE

R.H. Pressel and family and Mrs. Mary Pressel visited at the home of D.B. Teeter’s at New Enterprise last Sunday.
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Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Friday, 22 March 1918, p. 2, col. 6

LA FAYETTEVILLE

R.H. Pressel and family moved to the Croyle farm near Woodville recently.
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Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Friday, 27 December 1918, p. 3, col. 6

BARLEY CORNER

We were shocked to hear of the death of R.H. Pressel. Funeral services were held in the Lutheran church at this place Sunday morning. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family.
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Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 18, p. 51

Reuben Pressel

Reuben Pressel died at his home, about four miles west of Woodbury Thursday of last week, after a brief illness of pneumonia. He was aged 40 years, 3 months and 17 days.

Deceased was born September 2, 1878, and was united in marriage to Elizabeth Ebersole who survives. To this union three children were born: Sherman, Alice and Mary, all of whom survive. He is also survived by three brothers, Lloyd and William of Altoona, and Harry of Lakemont, and by two sisters, Mrs. Frank Ferry of Roaring Spring, and Mrs. Elmira Lamborn of New Enterprise. He united with St. Paul's Lutheran church, Barley, some twenty years ago and was a member of the P.O.S. of A. of Salemville, the members of the camp attending the funeral Sunday morning. Services were held in St. Paul's Lutheran church by Rev. C.F. Gephart. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 27 December 1918
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Barley St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Bakers Summit, Bloomfield Twp. Bedford Co. PA
Transcribed 25 June 2001 by Michael Scott Caldwell

REUBEN H. PRESSEL / 1878 - 1918 / LAURA BELL / HIS WIFE / 1875 - 1936
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Laura Bell (Ebersole) PRESSEL (24 Apr 1875 -- 14 Jun 1936, Potter Creek)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:04:53 GMT

Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 36, p. 41

MRS. LAURA PRESSEL

Mrs. Laura Ebersole Pressel, wife of Reuben Pressel of Potter Creek, died at 11 p.m. Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ernest Mountain of Potter Creek. Death was attributed to dropsy.

Mrs. Pressel was born April 24, 1875, the daughter of Andrew and Mary Davis Ebersole, and was united in marriage with Reuben Pressel, who survives with three children, Clay Pressel, Mrs. Mary Steel and Mrs. Grace Mountain. She is also survived by three sisters and one brother, Harvey, Nancy, Mrs. Isaac Kagarise and Mrs. Oscar Guyer.

She was a member of the Barley Lutheran church, where funeral services were held Wednesday forenoon, and interment was made in the cemetery near the church.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Thursday, 18 June 1936]
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Henrietta (Dively) KLOTZ (30 Apr 1854 -- 21 Jan 1912, New Enterprise)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:03:46 GMT

Newry Lutheran Church Birth and Baptism Record

Infant Baptism under the Administration of Jos. Fichtner

Henrietta, daughter of Michael and Dorothy Diveley, was born April 30th 1854, Bap. Oct. 8th 1854.
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Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 12, p. 4

MRS. JOHN KLOTZ.

New Enterprise Correspondent.

The community was shocked Sunday evening to hear of the death of Mrs. John Klotz which took place at her home just as the evening shades were falling. She arose Sunday morning in the best of health, but while preparing for the morning meal she was stricken, never regaining consciousness.

Her maiden name was Dively. She was married to John Klotz who survives with the following children: David, of Dakota; Michael, of Baker's Summit; George, Mrs. David Teeter, Charlie, John, Jacob, Myrtie, Girtie and Grace, all of this place. Mrs. Klotz was a life long member of the Lutheran church.

This mother will be greatly missed in the home as she was devoted to her children and worked with untiring strength for them. She was past 57 years.

Funeral services were held Wednesday morning. Interment at the Holsinger cemetery. The entire community extend to the father and children their deepest sympathy.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 26 January 1912]
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Hattie Mae (Pressel) REFFNER (28 Mar 1884 -- 10 Dec 1906, Lafayettesville)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 4:02:38 GMT

Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 6, p. 69

We were shocked to hear of the sudden death of Mrs. Hattie Reffner Monday morning, December 10, aged 22 years and 8 months, note of which was made by your New Enterprise correspondent last week. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Pressel of Lafayettesville. At a very early age she united with the Lutheran church at Barley's and was an active member until her death. Six years ago she was married to William Reffner. She is survived by her husband, mother, one sister, Mrs. Frank Ferry of King, Bedford county, and four brothers, Reuben and Harry of Lafayettesville, Lloyd of Altoona, and Harry of Pittsburg. Funeral services were conducted in Barley's Lutheran church by her pastor, Rev. C.M. Aurand. Interment in Barley's cemetery. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved husband and friends.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 21 December 1906]
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Barley St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Bakers Summit, Bloomfield Twp. Bedford Co. PA
Transcribed 25 June 2001 by Michael Scott Caldwell

HATTIE / WIFE OF / G.W. REFFNER / BORN / MAR. 28, 1884 / DIED / DEC. 10. 1906
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Eliza Jane (Leasure) CLINGERMAN (9 Oct 1863, Mann Twp. -- 12 Nov 1950, Rainsburg)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 3:58:10 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Gazette" issue of Monday, 13 November 1950, p. 16, col. 4

Mrs. Eliza Clingerman

Mrs. Eliza J. Clingerman died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. William Hixon of Rainsburg, yesterday morning, Nov. 12. Funeral arrangements, in charge of the Shoemaker Funeral home of Everett are incomplete. A full obituary will appear in tomorrow's issue of the Gazette.
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Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Thursday, 16 November 1950, p. 12, col. 4

CARD OF THANKS

In this manner we desire to express our appreciation for the kindness and sympathy extended to us during the illness and death of our mother, Eliza J. Clingerman. We also extend our thanks for floral tributes and use of cars.

The Family
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Bedford, PA “Bedford Gazette” issue of Thursday, 16 November 1950, p. 12, col. 6

Rainsburg

There were many from a distance attended the funeral of Mrs. Eliza Clingerman, the mother of Mrs. William Hixon, Wednesday afternoon.
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Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Saturday, 18 November 1950, p. 6, col. 4

Mrs. Eliza Clingerman

Mrs. Eliza Jane Clingerman, aged 87, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. William Hixson, Rainsburg, Sunday, November 12, 1950. Mrs. Clingerman had fractured her hip in a fall last January and had been bedfast ever since.

She was born Oct. 9, 1863, in Bedford county, the daughter of Solomon and Mary (Jay) Leasure. She was married to Simon Clingerman who died in April, 1941.

Besides the daughter, mentioned, she is survived by these children: Mrs. Edgar Smith, Lonaconing, Md.; Mrs. Earl Stuart, Barnesboro; Emory, Jesse and Stuart Clingerman, Hancock, Md., and Gusta Clingerman, Cumberland. Also surviving are a brother, Benjamin Leasure, Chaneysville, 34 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Membership was held in Fairview Christian church.

Funeral services: Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 2:00 p.m. at the church, the Rev. Walter Twigg officiating, assisted by Rev. Hugh Masons. Interment in the church cemetery under the direction of the Shoemaker funeral home of Everett.
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Benjamin Franklin LEASURE (1 Jul 1861, Southampton Twp. -- 24 May 1954, Chaneysville)

michaelscaldwell — 22 Sep 2008 3:56:57 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Thursday, 27 May 1954, p. 6, col. 3

Benjamin F. Leasure

Benjamin Franklin Leasure, well-known native of Bedford County, died May 24 at the home of his son, Marshall Leasure, of Chaneysville.

He was born July 1, 1861 in Southampton Township, the son of Solomon and Polly Leasure and was twice married. He first married Melinda Belle Aarons and subsequently Alice Miller, both of whom preceded him in death.

The following children survive; Marshall Leasure, of Chaneysville, Victor Leasure of Detroit Lakes, Minn., and Mrs. May Day of Cumberland, Md. Twenty-five grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren also survive.

Mr. Leasure was a member of the Mt. Zion Christian Church.

Funeral services Thursday, May 27, at 2:30 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Christian Church with Rev. Walter Twigg officiating. Interment in the church cemetery by the Stewart Funeral Home of Everett.
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Barefoot, Thora

Eric Olsen — 8 Mar 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Thora Barefoot was a delightful woman who married a brother of my great uncle Blaine Barefoot. She maintained an elaborate file of magazine articles on many subjects and worked for the government until well into her 80's. I believe she died in the 1970's or 1980's at about 100. She lived in Pleasantville (Alum Bank) and later moved to Bedford, where she died in the nursing home. My question is about her father, however. She came from somewhere in the midwest, perhaps Iowa. Her father was a surgeon with Phil Sheridan's Army of the Valley during the Shenandoah Valley campaign in 1864, and allegedly admonished Sheridan to go to Cedar Creek when he was enquiring about the gunfire that he awakend to, just before his famous ride. There must be many Barefoot relatives still in the area, although I don't believe Thora had any children of her own. Can anyone provide the name of her father and the military unit he served with?

John Wesley HELSEL (6 Feb 1847, Freedom Twp. Blair Co. -- 19 Mar 1919, Lafayettesville)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 2:17:56 GMT

Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 19, p. 16

J.W. Helsel

Lafayettesville Correspondent.

On Wednesday evening at 10.20 o'clock, the Death Angel visited our community and claimed as its victim John Wesley Helsel. Mr. Helsel was born in Freedom township, Blair county, February 6, 1847, and died March 19, 1919, aged 72 years, 1 month and 13 days.

Mr. Helsel was united in marriage to Jane Reffner September 25, 1869. Seven children were born to this union, three of whom preceded him to the great beyond. He is survived by his wife, one son and three daughters: Irvin D., of Braddock; Mrs. Rufus Koontz, of Yellow Creek; Mrs. Loretta Frederick, of Altoona, and Carrie at home. Also the following brothers and sisters: David, of Hollidaysburg; Albert, of Well's Tannery; Mrs. Mary McIntyre, of Hollidaysburg; Mrs. George Kerns, Mrs. Blanche Rodkey and Mrs. Margaret Glassgow, all of Altoona, and twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Mr. Helsel engaged in farming all his life. He was a member of Washington Camp No. 499 P.O.S. of A. at Salemville.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 10 o'clock in the Holsinger Church of the Brethren by Rev. Levi Holsinger. Interment in the cemetery at the church.

The bereaved family have our heartfelt sympathy.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 28 March 1919]
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Holsinger Cemetery, Bakers Summit, Bloomfield Twp. Bedford Co. Pennsylvania
Photograph by Michael Scott Caldwell

HELSEL
JOHN W. / 1847 - 1919
JANE HIS WIFE / 1850 - 1937
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Harrison Reffner HELSEL (16 Dec 1883, South Woodbury Twp. -- 29 Dec 1918, Braddock, Allegheny Co.)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 2:15:35 GMT

Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 19, p. 2

Harrison R. Helsel

On Tuesday morning this community was shocked to learn of the sad fate of Harrison Reffner Helsel who for the past eight years worked at Braddock. For a while he worked for the P.R.R. company, but at the time of his death worked for a steel company. Mr. Helsel was boarding at a hotel in Braddock and was found at 2 o'clock Sunday morning, the 29th, shot through the head. It is believed he met with foul play. He was removed to the hospital and died two hours later.

Mr. Helsel boarded within one square of the home of his brother, David Helsel, and was taken past his door to the hospital and past again when he was taken to the morgue. His brother did not know of his death until Monday morning when Mrs. Helsel wired to the hotel and asked to talk to Harrison, but was informed by the proprietor that he was dead.

Deceased was born December 16, 1883, and died December 29, 1918, aged 35 years and 13 days. He is survived by his parents, John W. and Jane Helsel, of New Enterprise, R.F.D.; one brother, David I. of Braddock and three sisters, Mrs. Rufus Koontz, of Yellow Creek; Mrs. Loretta Frederick, of Altoona, and Carrie, at home. Two sisters preceded him to the great beyond.

The funeral services were conducted Thursday at the Holsinger Church of the Brethren near Baker's Summit, by Rev. Levi T. Holsinger. Interment in the cemetery at the church.

We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family. The parents wish to thank the neighbors who so kindly assisted during their sad bereavement.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 10 January 1919]
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George W. SHAFFER married Mary (Beard) WEYANT, 23 Nov 1905

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 1:57:03 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Friday, 1 December 1905, p. 1, col. 7

Shaffer -- Weyant.

Last Thursday morning, November 23, a quiet wedding took place at the St. John's Reformed parsonage of this place. Mr. George W. Shaffer, a well-known merchant of Pavia, and Miss Mary Weyant of Queen were married at 10 o'clock by Rev. A.T.G. Apple. The best wishes of a host of friends are graciously extended to them.
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Jesse James BEARD (9 Jan 1906, Pavia -- 25 Feb 1982, Bedford)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 1:50:30 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Saturday, 27 February 1982

JESSE J. BEARD

Mr. Beard, 76, of Manns Choice RD 1, died Thursday, Feb. 25, in Bedford County Memorial Hospital, after an extended illness.

Mr. Beard retired as a lumberman and farmer.

He was born Jan. 9, 1906, in Pavia, the son of Samuel and Eliza (Corle) Beard, and married Violet R. Snyder, who died in 1974.

Surviving are seven children: Mrs. Anna Boden of Central City RD, Mrs. Lucille Snider of Roaring Spring, Samuel J. of Manns Choice RD, Mrs. Mary Crist of Shady Grove, Frank D. of Beach City, Ohio, and James L. and Thomas R. of State Line; 29 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are a brother and four sisters: Alphus of Osterberg, Mrs. Daisy Hoover of Clawson, Mich.; Mrs. Erma Akins of Akron, Ohio, and Mrs. Katherine Albright of Altoona.

Mr. Beard was a member of Manns Choice Church of God.

Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Mickle-Geisel Funeral Home, Shellsburg.

BEARD--Services for Jesse J. Beard of Manns Choice RD will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Manns Choice Church of God, with the Rev. D. Lloyd Abbott. Interment in Bedford County Memorial Park. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Mickle-Geisel Funeral Home, Shellsburg.
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James Albert WEYANT (9 Jun 1884, Queen -- 22 Jan 1940, Queen)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 1:49:40 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Tuesday, 23 January 1940

JAMES A. WEYANT

Lifelong resident of Queen, Bedford county, and vicinity, died at his home there yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock, following an illness that extended over a period of ten years. He had been employed by the General Refractories company at Sproul and Claysburg for more than fifteen years. He was a son of James Albert and Lucinda Weyant and was born at Queen on June 9, 1884. Surviving are his father, James Albert Weyant of Ardara, Pa.; his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Weyant, and five children, Hazel, Esther and Mary, at home, Ray Weyant of Claysburg and Lester Weyant of Trafford City. Also surviving are these brothers and sisters: William and Herbert Weyant, Mrs. Minnie Shaffer and Mrs. Mazie Cooperwaite, all of Windber, Forest Weyant of Portage, Sheldon Weyant and Mrs. Virgie Confer, both of Ardara. Mr. Weyant was a member of the Queen Methodist church. The body may be viewed at the home after 4 o'clock this afternoon.
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Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Friday, 26 January 1940

WEYANT--Funeral services for James A. Weyant will be conducted at the Greenfield Reformed church Friday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock and interment will be made in the Greenfield cemetery. The body may be viewed at the home at Queen after 4 o'clock this afternoon.
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Harry B. WEYANDT (13 Oct 1887, Queen, Bedford Co. -- 27 Apr 1981, Deland, FL)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 1:47:28 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Tuesday, 28 April 1981

HARRY B. WEYANDT

93, of Deland, Fla., formerly of Queen, died at 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 27, 1981, in his home, following a brief illness. Mr. Weyandt retired as a machinist from General Refractories, Claysburg. He was born Oct. 13, 1887, in Queen, the son of David and Elizabeth (Boyer) Weyandt, and was twice married, first to Linnie Walter, who died in 1950, and then to Mary L. Feather, who died July 10, 1964. Surviving are two children, Roy of Wayne, Mich., and Mrs. Jennie Hyde of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Mr. Weyandt was a member of the Greenfield United Church of Christ, Imler RD. He was also a member of the Bedford Moose for 70 years. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Marvin C. Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg.

WEYANDT -- Services for Harry B. Weyandt, formerly of Queen, will be held at the convenience of the family in the Marvin C. Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg, by the Rev. John Fueller. Interment in Greenfield Cemetery, Imler RD. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home.
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Greenfield Cemetery, Village of Queen Station, Kimmel Twp. Bedford Co. PA
Photographed 23 October 2004 by Michael S. Caldwell

WEYANDT
HARRY B. / 1887 - 1981
LINNIE F. / 1888 - 1950
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Dorothy May (Weyant) WEYANT (22 Jun 1882, Queen -- 27 Sep 1947, Queen)

michaelscaldwell — 20 Sep 2008 1:45:07 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Monday, 29 September 1947

MRS. DOROTHY WEYANT

Widow of James A. Weyant of Queen, Bedford county, died Saturday afternoon at 3.40 o'clock at her home after an illness of two years. She was a lifelong resident of Queen and was born June 22, 1882, the daughter of Zachariah and Mary (Baird) Weyant. Surviving are the following children: Hazel and Mrs. Esther W. Kay, both at home; Ray of Claysburg, Lester of Turtle Creek, and Mrs. Mary L. Strayer of New Paris; 10 grandchildren, and one brother, Samuel C. of Sproul. Mrs. Weyant was a lifelong member of the Queen Methodist church. Friends are being received at the home.
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Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Wednesday, 1 October 1947

WEYANT--Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Weyant of Queen, Bedford county, will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock in the Greenfield Reformed church. Interment in the Greenfield cemetery. Friends are being received at the home.
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Ruie (May) SMITH (4 Oct 1880, Monroe Twp. -- 30 Dec 1936, Mattie)

michaelscaldwell — 19 Sep 2008 11:55:39 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Friday, 1 January 1937, p. 5, col. 5

Mrs. Jasper Smith

Mrs. Ruie Smith died Dec. 30 at her home near Mattie after a long illness. She was born Oct. 4, 1880, in Monroe Township, a daughter of George F. and Mary (Morse) May, and united in marriage with Jasper Smith. He survives, together with two sons and a daughter: William B., Ivan L., and Lydie B. Smith, all of Everett, R.D.; three brothers and six sisters: Joseph S., James P., and Mrs. Ida Gordon of Clearville, Rt. 2; William R., Mrs. Stella Snow, Mrs. Cinderella Mearkle and Mrs. Ethel Rice of Everett; Miss Sadie May of Pittsburgh, and Mrs. Hattie Hanks of Bedford.

She was a member of the Methodist Church at Robinsonville. Funeral services will be conducted Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. in Stevens Chapel by Rev. R.V. Clemence of Bedford and interment made in the adjoining cemetery in charge of Mortician Maust of Everett.
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Oliver W. MESSERSMITH & Maggie BENNET Golden Wedding Anniversary, 1954

michaelscaldwell — 19 Sep 2008 11:52:47 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Thursday, 27 May 1954, p. 8, col. 1

Mr., Mrs. Messersmith To Celebrate Golden Wedding May 30

Mr. and Mrs. Oliver W. Messersmith of Bedford Rt. 2 near Napier Mennonite Church, will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary on Sunday, May 30.

Mrs. Messersmith was the former Maggie Bennett, daughter of Michael and Mary Ellen Boring Bennett. Mr. Messersmith is the son of the late George and Jemimah Hanks Messersmith.
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Maria (Barton) NOBLE (2 Apr 1822 -- 31 Jan 1913, King Twp.)

michaelscaldwell — 19 Sep 2008 11:50:09 GMT

Blair County Genealogical Society, Morrisons Cove Herald Obituary Collection, vol. 13, p. 6

Mrs. Maria Noble, wife of the late John Noble, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. David Potter, of Osterburg, Friday morning, January 31, at 7 o'clock, of diseases incident to old age, at the age of 91 years. For a score of years prior to her death, the deceased was exceptionally free from the physical ills which usually accompany old age, and her passing away was seemingly painless. She became a member of the Potter Lutheran church and ever thereafter professed and strictly practiced the obligations of a Christian life. She was a gentle, sweet-spirited woman who had a warm place in the hearts of all who shared her acquaintance. Mrs. Noble was held in high esteem as a Christian mother, neighbor and friend, and her long and upright life was a long-shining, good example to those who beheld its light. She was the ideal of kindness and geniality and was a friend to all. Her friends and acquaintances will miss her smiling face and pleasant words. Mrs. Noble is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Libbie Potter of Osterburg, and Mrs. Susan Woodcock of Waterside, and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon, February 2, in the Church of God and were conducted by her pastor, Rev. C.R. Streamer, assisted by the Rev. A.G. Herr, pastor of the Church of God. The pall bearers were: J. Frank Snavely, P.K. Brown, S.S. Baker, H.S. Stonerook, A.B. Teeter, and W.E. Baker. Interment took place in the Loysburg cemetery.

[Morrisons Cove "Herald" issue of Friday, 14 February 1913]
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Daniel FLETCHER (27 Feb 1816 -- 6 Mar 1885, Monroe Twp.)

michaelscaldwell — 19 Sep 2008 11:46:38 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Gazette" issue of Friday, 13 March 1885, p. 4, col. 4

Death of Daniel Fletcher.

Daniel Fletcher, one of the most prominent citizens of Monroe township, the father of ex-District Attorney Fletcher, died on last Friday afternoon. He was not long sick and for some time it was confidently hoped that he would recover, but his age--he being in his 70th year--was again him and he failed to rally.

Few men in the community were held in such high and general esteem as Daniel Fletcher. He was possessed of much more than ordinary intelligence and was well read, not only upon the questions of the day but in many branches of useful knowledge. He was as honest as *** and one "whose word was as good as his bond." In the death of Mr. Fletcher the county loses one of her best citizens. An unusually large number of persons attended the funeral on Sunday. Rev. Father O'Connell, of Bedford, conducted the services and preached the sermon upon the occasion. The deceased left a widow and four children to mourn his loss. Mrs. Fletcher is now sick in bed and her condition is such as to alarm her relatives.
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Hitchens family

osp001 — 30 Nov 2007 9:29:45 GMT

I'm doing some amateur genealogy of my ancestry; I'm a bit stumped along the lines of the Hitchens family. Specifically, I can find my great-grandfather (William John Hitchens (1882-1956, born in Broad Top Township, Bedford, PA), and HIS father (Jack/John Hitchens, b. 1856 in England), but Jack/John's wife (Mary Opie ___?) remains a mystery- as does everything beyond Jack/John. If anybody would happen to have information along those lines, I'd certainly like to hear from them. Similarly, I have some info on the Jenkins side, but could use more. Ditto with Harper, Donaldson, McElwee, Thomas (George Calvin Thomas and ancestors), and Motter.

Most seem to be from the Six Mile Run and Defiance area.

Thanks in advance!

McCAVITT, John m Rosie/Rosa FOX, Bedford, PA

DonnaFOX29 — 21 Feb 2005 11:48:40 GMT

Need information on John McCAVITT b 1855 and d 1934, John married Maria FOX b 1857, d 1926. Both are buried at St. Thomas Reformed Cemetery, Bedford, PA.

Looking for info on John's parents (Peter?), siblings and children. I have headstone photos of John McCavitt and wife Maria Fox. If you'd like a copy, let me know and I'll email one to you.

Thanks much - Donna
dfox@pennswoods.net

George Dobson, ? - 1764

ctnelsen — 10 Sep 2008 9:20:27 GMT

I've traced one of my lines back to the Dobsons of western Pa., ending with a gggggg grandfather, George Dobson Sr. of Bedford County. He died in 1764, shot & scalped by American Indians outside Fort Bedford (Helm, David A., "Helms of Germany & Pennsylvania"). One of his sons, George Dobson Jr., later moved to Butler County.

I apparently descend from George Sr.'s daughter Lilly Ann Dobson, who m. George Lucas Sr., an Irish immigrant who farmed in Bedford County, fought in the Revolution, got charged with treason during the Whiskey Rebellion, & died in Johnstown, Cambria County in his 90s.

Anyway, wondering if anyone is familiar with this line, esp. George Dobson Sr. & his origins or George Lucas Sr. & his. George Dobson Sr. was a farmer & an early settler in Bedford County, starting a farm there sometime ca. the French & Indian War. The earliest mention of his death that I've seen comes from "Papers of Henry Bouquet," vol. 6, pp. 503-504. I have no idea where he came from, although the family seems to have had some ties to Virginia (George Dobson Jr. fought in the Revolution, & one of his enlistments was from Staunton, Augusta County, Va.).

Carter Nelsen
Minneapolis

Duncan McVicker

ncf35 — 27 Apr 2004 4:59:27 GMT

I have just completed a book of descendents of Captain Duncan McVicker of Bedford County. I will make the book available at the Somerset and Bedford County Historical Societies, but am currently looking for pictures of McVicker relatives who would be willing to share to add to the book. You can email me your family pictures at ncf@shol.com along with your name and how you would like the picture submitted. If your a McVicker and your line started in Bedford, I'm positive your a relative, so please share all.

Henderson, Osterburg Cemetery

dStubbles5 — 5 Sep 2008 6:43:55 GMT

Does anyone have a listing of the Osterburg Lutheran Cemetery, if you are able to check it for a Herbert M. Henderson I would appreciate it. He died about 1925-1930, the 1930 census list his wife Judith ( Long) as head of the household. I do not know her dates, she may be buried beside him. Will appreciate any info. Thanks in advance for time and effort to help.

Sells family - St Clare - Bedford Co.

jellyjean — 1 Sep 2008 1:41:10 GMT

Michael Sells b.1824 Pa + wife Elizabeth b.1821 Pa.

Son - George H. Sells 1849 Bedford Pa.

Please,anyone have info on what became of George H. Sells.

I am trying to Establish if this is my Grt Grandad.

Anyone know where he was around 1876 - 1879 ??

Thank you J.J. in Ozz

Mount Union Evangelical Cemetary , Lincoln Twp.

cjcameron118 — 2 Sep 2008 3:13:58 GMT

Could someone give me the driving directions to this cemetary?
I'll be driving down from Altoona PA to check for some relatives. Thank you!

Craig J Cameron

Bedford Co. PAGenWeb site

cathywentz — 1 Sep 2008 3:27:09 GMT

Hello,

Justed wanted to let everyone know that a new page/site has been done for PAGenWeb, Bedford Co.
The URL is:
www.pagenweb.org/~bedford/

Feel free to look around and send suggestions. Also, I am adding a Surname Exchange...so if you are interested, send me your info.
If you have any information you'd like to contribute, it would be greatly appreciated. If you have previously submitted information and don't see it listed, you will need to resend the information.
Many thanks,

Cathy Wentz
County coordinator, Bedford Co. PAGenWeb

Stickenious/ Henry

Brendakk99 — 1 Sep 2008 5:40:03 GMT

Looking for information on the Stickenious? Henry family
who lived in or around Bedford county.Jacob Stickeniou came
fron Germany arounf 1850 and lived in the Bedford area
Wife was Heneitte Schellhorn, son Henry John , a daughter
Mary and a stepson ??? Schellhorn. May have change their
name to Henry at a later time.

Joseph Carver of St. Clairsville, Bedford county, PA

pwalkermn1 — 30 Aug 2008 5:49:11 GMT

Looking for information on Joseph Carver and family of St. Clairsville, Bedford County, PA. I believe that Joseph died about 1861, and that his wife Anna Barbara remarried, but don't have documentation. Am especailly interested in his daughters Anna Mariah "Riley" Carver and Mary Carver. Riley married my great grandfather John McCrum Noble and moved to Nebraska, where she died, and Mary remained in PA settling in Altoona, and marrying Thomas Moore.

Fred A. RUSSELL

BobRose69 — 23 Jun 2001 5:05:32 GMT

Obit of Fred A. Russell, pencil dated 1935

Fred A. Russell died at his home in Imlertown on Wednesday, June 12, having been ill for some time. A son of Frank and Sarah (Knipple) Russell, he was born in Bedford Township on Nov. 10, 1879, and was married to Cora Hemming on Nov. 21, 1901.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two children, Gladys, wife of Ralph Dibert of Imlertown, and Harold, now employed in New London, Conn.; also six brothers and sisters;
John and,
Harry of Imlertown,
George of Cessna,
Mrs. Clara Stayer and,
Mrs. Lillian Gess and,
Mrs. Virginia Kohl, all of Jeanette.
He was a member of the Lutheran Church. Funeral services will be held at his late home at 2:30 tomorrow afternoon, Rev. J. Earl Dobbs officiating. Interment in the Bedford cemetery.
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Chester Shaffer

Debbie Allen — 14 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Hello, my name is Debra Lea Mellott- Allen. I am looking for a man named Chester Shaffer (not

even sure of the spelling), and I have no idea what his middle name is. He was from Pennsylvania,

probably Bedford, Fulton County, in the late 1800's or early 1900's... You see, my Grandfather

(died Dec. 4, 1952, Born 1905) Carl Stanley Shaffer-Mellott, (SP. Mary Ivadene McKinney, Died

Mar 28,1935, d/o Myrtle Croyle and Bill McKinney, Myrtle Croyle was later married to Lloyd C.

Foor), Carl Stanley was born to this man, and I don't know what happen to him. Mary Martha

Foor, Carl's mother, married Chester Alan Arthur Mellott, s/o Martin Van Buren Mellott and

Caroline Lane, after the two children were born. Where did Chester Shaffer go, or who was he? I

know Mary Foor and Chester Shaffer were not married. Mary brought two children into the

marriage with Chester Mellott, which Chester adopted, Carl Stanley and Rose Rosetta (which their

last name would have been Shaffer). Chester Mellott and Mary together had Pearl, Florence Loretta,

Howard Thomas and Martha Louise all Mellotts, making Carl and Rose Mellotts too. Chester Alan

Arthur Mellott was born on March 3,1881 and died March or April of 1962. I don't think the

adoption was legal. I need to find out who this man was. Do you have any of these names? Places I

think to look for Chester Shaffer: Hopewell, Pa is were Rose Rosetta was from (the other child

adopted by Chester) there's also Mercer, Pa. And of course Bedford, and Fulton County (This is

where everyone is surpose to be barried).

Marshall H. IMES

BobRose69 — 23 Jun 2001 5:05:32 GMT

No pencil date

Marshall H. Imes

Marshall H. Imes, 49, Baltimore and Ohio Railroad locomotive fireman, died at 3:17 p. m. Friday in Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh where he was admitted just before midnight Thurs. with a broken neck received when his head struck a beam of the P. and L. E. station water tower in Pittsburgh.

A report by the Pittsburgh coroner disclosed that Imes was on top the locomotive while it was taking on water at the tower. When the engine moved suddenly the local fireman's head was caught on a beam of the tower. His neck was broken ant relatives here said that when he was admitted to the hospital he was paralyzed from the throat down.

The son of the late Philip and Lavenia Trail Imes, he was born at Chaneysville. A member of SS. Peter and Paul church, he was also affiliated with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engineers.

Besides his widow, the former Miss Bertha A. Helmstetter, Mr. Imes is survived by a twin brother, Walter, of Akron, Ohio; two other brothers, Phillip, also of Akron, and Charles, of Flintstone; and four sisters, Mrs. Anna Miller, Bedford Valley; Mrs. Arney Tee and Mrs. Deremer of Akron, and Mrs. Carrie Mills, Ridgeley, W. Va.
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Researching Edwards family

crsdws — 4 Nov 2001 1:00:41 GMT

My grandfather was Robert Nelson EDWARDS, Sr and he was born 3/18/1907 in Six Mile Run, Bedford County, Pennsylvania. He married Thelma Audrey MacFARLANE. He died July 1967. His parents were John W EDWARDS and Ruhama WILKINS. John and Ruhama are buried in Evans Cemetery, Dudly, PA. I think it is in Huntingdon County. Other children of John and Ruhama were Irene EDWARDS (married Walter FICKES), Olive EDWARDS, and Wilma EDWARDS. If anyone has connections to this family, please respond!

Ancestry of Bemiller and Barringer Families

23NF94A6 — 20 Aug 2008 10:29:04 GMT

I just read your old message from August 2006 on the question of the birthplace of Lawrence Barringer. I have researched these two family lines recently and found that Lawrence Barringer was born between 1760-1765 in Lehigh County, PA and died in 1838 in Pike Twp, Knox County, Ohio.
I have 225 Bemillers and 38 Barringers in my family tree (total 13,000). I am related to Barbara Bemiller, daughter of John Bemiller and Judah Barringer.
I do not know if this helps any.
Regards

Mary B. (Imler) CLAYCOMB d. 21 September 1918, Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring

michaelscaldwell — 28 Sep 2005 12:54:54 GMT

Bedford, PA "Bedford Inquirer" issue of Friday, 3 October 1918, p. 5, cols. 3-5

Mrs. Calvin U. Claycomb

Mrs. Calvin U. Claycomb, of Osterburg, died on Saturday morning, September 21, at the Nason hospital, Roaring Spring, following an operation. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Imler, and was born at Osterburg on June 1871. Her entire life was spent in the vicinity of Osterburg where a large circle of friends mourn her death. Surviving are her husband and three children: Warren, of Osterburg, and Thelma and Harold, at home; also her mother and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Amanda Deffibaugh, Mrs. Etta Ickes, Charles and George Imler, of Osterburg; Mrs. Maggie Brant and Mrs. Hattie Allison, of New Enterprise; Mrs. Lonie Stambaugh, of St. Clairsville; Elmer and William, of Altoona, and Herbert, Martin, Harry and David, of Ohio. The funeral service was conducted in the Reformed church, Osterburg, on Monday morning, September 23, by her pastor, the Rev. Mr. Middlesworth, of the Lutheran church of which she was a faithful member. Interment was made in the Reformed cemetery.
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Saxton Burial Identification Wanted - Mystery Photo

JoeNihen — 17 Aug 2008 2:13:04 GMT

I have attached a grave photo sent by a friend who was passing through Saxton, Bedford County. I'm hoping someone could identify the cemetery from the photo; there was no sign to identify the cemetery. Also, could someone identify the surname on the stone? This is the grave of a soldier who served with the 208th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry (Civil War).

Thanks,

Joe
morse73@ptd.net

Gochnour Cemetery

Mrsjayl1 — 17 Aug 2008 6:55:47 GMT

Can anyone tell me about the Gochnour Cemetery? I believe it is in King Twp. I have found 3 people whose graves where moved from the Gochnour Cemetery to the Ritchey Cemetery in Snake Spring Valley. I was wondering why they where moved! Was it the families decision or was something do with the Gochnour Cemetery location?

I cannot find anything on the internet about the this cemetery other than that it was locating in King Kimmel Twp.

LOOKING FOR DARIUS DALTON SMITH-FAMILY

emkonsler — 18 Aug 2008 5:09:16 GMT

THE SMITH FAMILY LIVED IN FRANKFORD IN THE 1940`s THERE WAS `DARIUS ,DALTON,PHYLLIS,ANN & ABOUT 5 OTHER CHILDREN. FATHERS NAME ALSO DARIUS,MOTHERS NAME POSSIBLY `RUTH`.I BELIEVE THEY MOVED TO NEW JERSEY ABOUT 1947 OR END OF 1946.FRANKFORD IS IN PHILADELIA PA.WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO FIND THEM AGAIN.MY MAIDEN NAME WAS `EVANS` THANKYOU FOR ANY HELP AT ALL. SINCERELY EVELYN EVANS KONSLER E-MAIL EMKONSLER@COMCAST.NET

Miss Mary Forney re Walter J Smith

jcabowers — 16 Aug 2008 7:39:38 GMT

Letter addressed to Joel Bowers of Bellwood, Blair, Pa regarding the whereabouts of Mr. Smith

Donald DUVALL married to Janice RITCHEY ??

DukeClark25 — 15 Aug 2008 2:06:15 GMT

Did Donald DUVALL, son of Donald and Nancy Marie (LONG) DUVALL, marry Janice RITCHEY, daughter of Paul and Dorothy (REED) RITCHEY, and live in Riddlesburg?

I have Donald and his parents, and Dorothy and Paul in my database and wish to confirm that the families are connected by the above marriage.

Fredrick, Frederick, and Pedrick

jmichaelfrederick — 15 Aug 2008 6:04:10 GMT

William Fredrick married his first wife in Mason County, Kentucky in 1849. His father signed the marriage bond with an X and the name Joseph Pedrick (maybe a speech impediment and the clerk didn't catch it???). The 1850 census states he was 22, so maybe he was born in 1828.
William married for the second time in Robertson County, Kentucky, in 1870, and states that he was born in Bedford County, PA.
It is also possible that when he traveled down the Ohio River to Kentucky, he was joined by 3 brothers, Basil, Jonathan, and Uriah.
Are there any birth records for these boys in Bedford County around the 1820s? And any marriage record for a Joseph Fredrick, or Pedrick, around 1800? There's also a chance that Joseph's mom was named Christine. Thanks for you time. mike

Marriage Lookup

jmichaelfrederick — 11 Apr 2008 2:49:01 GMT

I am looking for Bedford County marriages (1700s and early 1800s) for Frederick, Fredrick, Fedrick, and Pedrick. Any help would be appreciated! Mike jmichaelfrederick@hotmail.com

Jacob Henry family

Brendakk99 — 14 Apr 2008 5:34:11 GMT

Looking for information on the Jacob Henry family?
Wife was Henneitte Schellhorn. Son, John Charle, Daughter
Mary.They came form a small town close to Berlin, Germay
John was borned around 1863. There is a possible that
Henry may not have been the correct name. John was my
Grandfather and died before I was born. He passed away
in 1936 in West Virginia.My understanding is that they
lived around Bedford , PA I really do not have much more
information then that.Hoping someone will know something
about this family.

BURKETTS in PA

ValerieBurkett — 4 Aug 2008 3:13:53 GMT

BURKETTS in PA, Bedford County
I have a new email address. I would like to find some sources to match the info. I have. If you can help, please let me know.
Thanks!

Hess, Lingenfelter

John Hess — 16 Apr 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on John Hess born April 2, 1845
in Bedford Cty, PA - his father was Henry L. Hess and his mother was Hannah (last name unk) Henry L. was born in 1814 the son of( I think) Samuel Hess who was married to Margaret (Peggy) Lingenfelter, Samuel's father was Henry Hess from York, PA who settled in Bedford Cty after 1783. I can only confirm back to Henry L.Hess
Henry L. & Hannah moved to Adams Cty, ILL. some time between 1845 and 1850 as I found them in the ILL. census for 1850

Chance, Benjamin Franklin

marykapaun54 — 30 Jul 2008 4:43:26 GMT

Searching for information re. family of Benjamin Franklin Chance b. 1826 d. 1883 residing in PA and OH. = Sarah Jane Hamlin. Children: John Henry, James William, Nancy J., Samuel C, and Talitha A. = William Henry Hamlin, Agnes, George Washington Chance
Any information would be greatly appreciated. You can e-mail me directly at hkapaun@comcast.net

marriage lookup

darlan341 — 29 Jul 2008 11:05:03 GMT

Can someone lookup a marriage that would have occured in your county between

William Morgan and Ellen Rachel Jones around 1893

Thank you,

Darla

Family tree search

Claudette Brown — 17 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for info anyone might have on these familys. They are all from Bedford county Pa. I know a little and would be very glad to share what info I have.

Thank you

CORA EDITH SPEICHER

June M. Napora — 19 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Noggle Families in Bedford Co 1840

Ken Noggle — 7 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Researching NOGGLE surname. Jacob Noggle and John Noggle families appear in 1840 Census in Bedford Co. I have an ancestor, Jacob Noggle, with wife Mary (or Maria) who show up in Stark Co, OH. Both are listed as 'from PA'. I'm looking for connections to Noggle/Nogle families in PA prior to 1840.

John H. Noble

pwalkermn1 — 19 Jul 2008 2:10:29 GMT

Seeking information and/or descendants of John H. Noble (1812- 1875) of Waterside/So. Woodbury Township. John and his brother William married sisters Maria and Rosanna Barton. Have photo of william and Rosanna.

Joseph Brown Noble

pwalkermn1 — 19 Jul 2008 2:06:14 GMT

looking for descendants of Joseph Brown Noble (1807-1875) and wife Charlotte Davis of Waterside/So. Woodbury Township to share information about common ancestors.

Herbert Henderson, 1876-1 d. 1926-1930 Bed.Co., Pa.

dStubbles5 — 17 Jul 2008 7:03:35 GMT

I am looking for info. on the family of a Herbert Henderson born abt. 1876. He is listed in Sandusky Co., Ohio, age 34, born in Pa. in 1910 with wife Judith, age 33. By 1920 they are living in Bedford Co., Pa.with 9 children. By 1930 Judith is head of the home, age 43, widow, born in Ohio. Thank you for any info. on this family.

Yellow Creek 1783

Becky83 — 11 Oct 2001 4:57:47 GMT

Looking for information(or links to such) on what life in Yellow Creek, Hopewell Township, Bedford County, PA might have been like in about 1783-1784. My ancestor
Samuel LIVNGSTON resided in Yellow Creek at this time.

George Kring,Sr.

P.Davis — 12 Nov 2001 2:04:45 GMT

I have George Kring, Sr. and Magdelena Fye as having 11 children and his second wife, Maria Elizabeth Ling, having 3. George Kring, Sr.'s father was Johan Jost Kring.

Hunt family history

mckee71 — 1 Jul 2001 4:00:45 GMT

I am researching the descendants of Thomas Hunt, who emigrated from England or Ireland to America, settling in Bedford County by 1800. He married Nancy Rea (b. about 1775, d. Nov 1865) and died Jan 1849 in Cumberland Valley Twp.
Their children:
1. Thomas b. about 1800
2. David b. about 1803
3. Joseph b. 1805 d. 1857 m. Maria Radebaugh
4. George Washington b. about 1808 m. Hannah ? lived in Schellsburg
5. Mary b. 1810-1820 m. John Rollins?
6. Jane b. 1810-1820 m. --- Mitchell, moved to Kansas
7. Sarah b. 1810-1820 d. unmarried
8. Ann b. 1810-1820 d. unmarried
9. Martha b. 1820 married Nathan Lee

I have some information on the families of Joseph (my g-g-g-grandfather) and George W., but not much else. I recall a paperbound book on the Hunt history written by H.C. Hunt and Ada Hunt Klingensmith, but I haven't been able to find a copy. Can anybody do lookups on Thomas Hunt's will in Bedford County courthouse, or land records?--T.H. bought land in C.V. Twp. in 1827 and passed it on to Joseph, who passed it on to his son William Joseph, but I don't know where that land was located. I also would like to know where Thomas and Nancy Hunt were buried--perhaps on private land? Any help is appreciated

George Lee & Catherine Wertz

Sammie Townsend Lee — 27 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking others researching the LEE family in early Bedford County. Particularly, George Washington LEE who married Catherine WERTZ. Theory is that he may be the son of George LEE and Mary WERTZ, but I have found no proof of this to date. Any help appreciated.

Helsel/ Holtzel Coat of Arms?

stevenhelsel — 2 Jul 2008 3:40:08 GMT

I am looking for the coat of arms or crest for the Helsel family line or " Holtzel". I am wanting to get the coat of arms for my husband who is a helsel for our anniversary that will be coming up soon. My father inlaw told me that the Helsel had there very own coat of arms and it was described as follows: There was a helmet on the top of the page and below that there is a doverman who is standing and behind the doverman the colors are Black, Red and Gold. He only has a rough copy of this. I have looked on some websites and nothing comes up for that coat of arms/crest of what he has described.

I am hoping someone knows of the true coat of arms so, I can purchase it for my husband. I do not want to spend alot of money on something that is NOT the real coat of arms for our family.

Any help would be appreciated. If anyone knows of information about this or can guide me in the right direction it would be appreciated. Thank you.

SWARTZ/SWARTS/SCHWARTS, RIBLET

Carol Immel Nelson — 4 Mar 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Henry SWARTZ born 1770 PA or NJ and died 1848 in Congress Twp, Wayne Co, OH. Henry married Anna Elizabeth or Elizabeth Anna RIBLET. I believe it is my Henry that is listed in the 1810 & 1820 Census in Hopewell Twp, Bedford Co, PA. Henry and Elizabeth moved to Wayne Co OH in 1831; this couple had 12 children. The only children I can name at this time are Robert (1816-1897) and William (1820-1908); both are buried in Wayne Co, OH. I would like to hear from anyone researching the SWARTZ surname as I have gathered lots of info on this surname.
on this surname.

Mary NICODEMUS marr Abraham HOUSEL, not Benjamin

JohnHRamer — 2 Jul 2008 3:28:20 GMT

I made an error in my earlier message. Mary NICODEMUS marr Abraham, not Benjamin HOUSEL as indicated in the following obit of Justice Eli HOUSEL, b. May 1861 (not 1856 as indicated in the obit) reportedly in Bedford County.

Source: "Daily Tribune"; Johnstown, PA; 2 July 1931
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"Justice E. HOUSEL, 65, Succumbs at Cresson
Veteran Railroad Employee Passes Away After Brief Illness; Burial Today
Cresson, July 2. -- Justice E. HOUSEL, aged 65, a veteran employee of the Pennsylvania Railroad, died Tuesday
at his home on Powell avenue, following a brief illness. He was a son of the late Abraham and Mary (NICODEMUS)
HOUSEL and was born in Bedford County.
He was twice married, His first wife, Mrs. Mary MULL, died February 10, 1913. He is survived by his second wife,
Mrs. Sadie SMITH (FLETCHER) HOUSEL, and three children, born to the first union: Mrs. Loma GARBER and Paul
HOUSEL, both of Altoona, and Mrs. Mae TAYLOR, of Columbus, O.
The body was removed today to Mahaffey, Clearfield County where internment was in the Otterbein Cemetery.
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NOTE:
The date of publication, 2 July 1931 was a Thursday. Therefore, the date of death, the preceeding Tuesday, would
have been 30 June 1931.

Am at a loss on this one -- ANY information on Mary or Abraham, even if SPECULATIVE, would be appreciated.

Mary NICODEMUS marr Benjamin HOUSEL

JohnHRamer — 1 Jul 2008 2:10:33 GMT

Seeking information about the Mary NICODEMUS mentioned in the following obit of Justice Eli HOUSEL, b. May 1861 (not 1856 as indicated in the obit) reportedly in Bedford County.

Source: "Daily Tribune"; Johnstown, PA; 2 July 1931
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"Justice E. HOUSEL, 65, Succumbs at Cresson
Veteran Railroad Employee Passes Away After Brief Illness; Burial Today
Cresson, July 2. -- Justice E. HOUSEL, aged 65, a veteran employee of the Pennsylvania Railroad, died Tuesday
at his home on Powell avenue, following a brief illness. He was a son of the late Abraham and Mary (NICODEMUS)
HOUSEL and was born in Bedford County.
He was twice married, His first wife, Mrs. Mary MULL, died February 10, 1913. He is survived by his second wife,
Mrs. Sadie SMITH (FLETCHER) HOUSEL, and three children, born to the first union: Mrs. Loma GARBER and Paul
HOUSEL, both of Altoona, and Mrs. Mae TAYLOR, of Columbus, O.
The body was removed today to Mahaffey, Clearfield County where internment was in the Otterbein Cemetery.
>
NOTE:
The date of publication, 2 July 1931 was a Thursday. Therefore, the date of death, the preceeding Tuesday, would
have been 30 June 1931.

Am at a loss on this one -- ANY information on Mary or Benjamin, even if SPECULATIVE, would be appreciated.

Sarah (Burket) ALBRIGHT (Nov 1853 -- 20 Apr 1922, Bakers Summit)

michaelscaldwell — 30 Jun 2008 12:35:56 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Friday, 21 April 1922

MRS. GEORGE D. ALBRIGHT

Of Baker's Summit died yesterday morning at her home of heart trouble following a three weeks' illness. She was aged 68 years. Mrs. Albright, who was Miss Sarah Burket, is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. John Johnson of Roaring Spring; Mrs. Jacob Jacoby of Johnstown; A.D. Albright of Hollidaysburg; James B. at home. Funeral service will be held in the Holsinger Church of the Brethren, of which she was a faithful member, at 10.30 Saturday morning. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the church.
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Bedford, PA "Bedford Gazette" issue of Friday, 28 April 1922, p. 5, col. 4

Mrs. George D. Albright

Mrs. George D. Albright died last Thursday, April 20 at her home at Bakers Summit, of heart trouble following a three week's illness. She was aged 68 years. Mrs. Albright, who was Miss Sarah Burket, is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. John Johnson, of Roaring Spring; Mrs. Jacob Jacoby, of Johnstown; A.D. Albright, of Hollidaysburg; and James B. at home. Funeral services were held in the Holsinger Church of the Brethren, of Baker's Summit, of which she was a faithful member, at 10:30 Saturday morning with interment in the cemetery adjoining the church.
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Soldiers Who Died Since May 1917 in Bedford County, PA.

lenorafc — 26 Jun 2008 8:02:31 GMT

Bedford Gazette – May 17, 1918 – Soldiers Who Died Since May 1917
Bedford Township
Bedford Cemetery – Points, Joshua, 206th Pa. Inf.; Smith, Levi Lieut. 78th Pa inf.
Mount Ross Cemetery – Warren, Nimrod, 43rd U. S. Col. Inf.
Mount Smith Cemetery – Slick, William 55th Pa. Inf.
Colerain Township
Reformed, known as Old Brick or Cove Church Cemetery – Diehl, Levi, U.S. Navy; Whetstone, Albert Ross 4th U. S. Infantry Band
Union Cemetery – Rhoades, John A., Field Hosp. 5th A. C.
Cumberland Valley Twp.
Bethel Cemetery – Fisher, Thomas, 50th Pa Inf.
Everett Cemetery – Lamberson, Daniel A. 126th Pa. Inf.; Riley, John; Smouse, Simon, 208th Pa. Inf,; Stuckey, William H., 101st Pa, Inf,; Watkins, Hiram, 55 Mass Col. Inf.
Hopewell Township
Hopewell Cemetery – Lear, Franklin, 77th Pa. Inf.
M. E. Church Cemetery – Heffner, Samuel 101st Pa. Inf.
Reformed Church Cemetery – Yellow Creek – College, Simon, 208th Pa. Inf.
Hyndman Cemetery – Thomas, Augustus, 28th Pa. Inf.
Juniata Township
Reformed Church Cemetery – Dry Ridge – Diehl, Lee Homer, 205th U. S. Eng.; Shaw, William, 49th Ohio Inf.
Kimmell Township
Greenfield Cemetery – Wright, Thomas, 125th Pa inf. & 13th Pa. Calv.
Stiffler Graveyard – Stiffler, Thomas, 99th Pa. Inf.
King Township
Imler Cemetery – Claycomb, Nathaniel, Bat. 1st U S Lt Art.
Londonderry Township
Cooks Mill Cemetery – Mason, Shannon O., 30th U.S. Infantry
Madley Church Cemetery – Corley, John, 93rd Pa. Inf.
Monroe Township
Bethel Reformed or Frame Church Cemetery – Grubb, Harvey, 133rd Pa inf. & 22nd Pa. Calv.
Pine Ridge Church Cemetery – Jay, Thomas, 171st & 91st Pa. Inf.
Napier Township
Baptist Church Cemetery – Bowser, John S. 55th Pa. Inf.; Miller, Peter A., 74th Pa. Inf.
Mount Olivet Cemetery – Sellers, Frederick, 138th Pa. Inf., Souser, Henderson, 133rd Pa. Inf.
Schellsburg Cemetery – Struckman, Charles, 55th Pa. Inf.
Providence Township – East
Cedar Grove Cemetery – Brantner, William G. 305th U. S. Eng.
Memorial Cemetery – Clark, Alexander, 194th Pa. Inf.
Providence Township – West
Sparks Cemetery – Sparks, David, 133rd Pa. Inf.; Sparks, James H., 133rd & 208th Pa. Inf.
Snake Spring Township
Ritchey Cemetery – Bollman, David R., 55th Pa. Inf.
St. Clair Township, West
Horn Church Cemetery – Snook, Jacob, 21st Pa. Calv.
Plesantville Cemetery – Hammer, John B., 138th Pa. Inf.; Walker, Thomas G., 171st & 91st Pa. Inf.
Woodbury Township - South
Reformed Church Cemetery – Loysburg – Markey, Joseph, 184th Pa. Inf.
Harrison Township – Cambellite Church Cemetery – Milligens Cove – Scritchfield, Samuel 138th Pa. Inf.

Emma M. Grove

pfeight11 — 5 May 2008 2:46:00 GMT

I am wondering if any one might have information on Emma M. Grove. birth about 1870-71. If she was ever married if so to whom. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Phyllis

Schellsburg Cemetery Records?

ClanBecker42 — 20 Apr 2005 6:59:33 GMT

Does anyone know if there is a resource that would list graves at the Old Log Church in Schellsburg, Pennsylvania or other cemeteries in Schellsburg/Napier?

adams,solomon

kadams3118 — 31 Aug 2006 2:07:58 GMT

researching Solomon Adams Bedford County Pa 1820
Napier twp - in Richland county OH from 1840-1865
Wife catherine hiner adams
Any information is appreciated
Carol Adams

John Snider d. 1809 Southampton Twp...his kin?

dfletcher — 29 Jul 2002 3:21:29 GMT

I've puzzled over this Snider/Snyder for some time, and would like to definitively place him either in or out of my family group. John died in 1809 in Southampton Twp., leaving widow Mary, and children John, Philip, Jacob, Easter, Mary, and Elizabeth. His will witnesses included Adam and Jacob Weimer, and Henry Kinsman. Co-executor was Joseph Sparks, Jr.

The following year, 1810, the census for Southampton placed Mary and children next to George Snyder, my 3rd gr-grandfather, in that part of Southampton Twp. which now straddles the Monroe/Southampton line between PA Rt. 26 and Chaneysville. The latter George, who came from Berks County, PA, ca. 1795, died in 1841, and was married to Maria Barbara Kochendorfer, also of Berks. Barbara Snyder died in 1853, while living with daughter Catherine Diehl.

Many of the same people/families took part in the estate sales for both John, in 1809, and George, in 1841. There is ample reason to believe that they were neighbors. There is also the possibility that a later John Snider and brother Jacob Snider, both living near Frame Church in Monroe Twp., were sons of the 1809 John. Indeed, an older female family member is shown on Jacob's 1830 census, which might indicate his mother's presence.

Has anyone done, or seen, definitive work that proves a relationship between 1809 John Snider and his Snider neighbors in southeastern Bedford County? In addition, has anyone come across a cemetery listing for a Mary Snider, with dates in the neighborhood of 1772-1835, in the Monroe/Southampton Twp. area?

This is a sticky one, and hopefully someone has some answers!

November 9, 1945 - Group Called From Everett For Induction

lenorafc — 6 Jun 2008 2:21:57 GMT

Bedford Gazette – November 9, 1945 - Group called from Everett for induction-
The following selectees were called for induction by the Everett Draft Board and reported to Harrisburg last
Friday, Nov. 2..
Robert Clair Boose, Saxton; Roy William Hanks, Everett; James W. Bivens, Hopewell; James G. Rickabaugh, Defiance; Donald H, Rhodes, Everett; Reynolds W. Clark, Everett; Homer Thompson, Breezewood; Harry V. O’Neal, Everett; Paul R. Ritchey, Yellow Creek; William Weaver, Jr., Saxton; Fred E. Showalter, Hopewell; Franklin E. Bennett, Jr., Everett; Chalmer S. Dick, Roaring Spring; Walter F. Price, Everett; Robert M. Hoover, Everett; Samuel Barton, Six Mile Run; Robert E. Diehl, Artemans; Richard T. Smith, Hopewell; Warren L. Rinard, Saxton; Russell E, Teeter, New Enterprise; Ray S, Crawford, Clearville; Oscar F. Ault, Everett; Albert F. Calhoun, Breezewood; Dale B. Smyers, Everett and Clyde G. Stiffler, Everett.

Miller , Caton Wedding.

Trish — 21 Oct 2005 5:04:40 GMT

Charles B.Miller of Johnstown and Mrs.Jennie E. Caton of Helixsville, Bed.Co., Pa. were married at Plesantville, Nov.27, 1902. Posted in the Windber Era, Dec.11,1902.

Daniel Shroyer

Vera Shroyer — 9 Jan 2004 2:57:44 GMT

Trying to find parents of my GGGrandfather Daniel Shroyer Born about 1817 in Pa. married in late1830's to Oliva Tina Bonnell in Bedford Co. Pa. I have found refference to there marrage in Bedford Co. and I have a lot of info on her family but can not find any on Daniel , also there is a lot of Daniels but none are the one I need. Can anyone help me.

William A. White died 1912

C_Detar — 8 May 2004 9:10:31 GMT

From The Bedford Gazette, February 16, 1912, Page 1

William A. White
William Abner White died at his home in Cumberland Valley early Tuesday morning of a complication of diseases, aged 79 years, five months and 28 days.

Mr. White was born near Norfolk, Va., on August 15, 1832. He was a son of Nicholas Abner and Annie (Pendergrass) White and a cousin of the late Senator Pinckney White of Baltimore.

On August 19, 1865, he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Haney by Rev. Father Thomas Hayden. He is survived by four children, as follows: Gregory Asphy White of Pittsburg, Mrs. Annie B. Turner of Davenport, Ia., William Pinckney White of Six Mile Run and Nicholas A. White of Cumberland Valley.

Mr. White was a ship builder by trade. He was drafted into the Confederate army at the outbreak of the Civil War and served as a spy for some time within the Union lines. As such he was captured and imprisoned at Columbus, O., for six months and was later transferred to Cumberland, where he served three months, after which he was released, having taken the oath of allegiance.

Having been released he never returned to the South. He came here in July 1864 and settled in Cumberland Valley where he has since made his home, being engaged in farming and at carpentering.

Jacob n Sarah Miller

JReese386 — 29 May 2008 9:57:24 GMT

information on Jacob Miller b.1814 d.? Sarah Esther or Esther Sarah Miller b.1816 d.? (believe maiden name was Fishel)Found them in the 1870 census Middle Woodbury.Beford PA.They had 7 children, Mary b.1843 d,? Sarah b.1845 d.?
Emma b.1848 d.? William b.1851 d.1935 Edward b.1853 d.
Charles b.1855 d.? Anna Margaret or Margaret Anna b.1858 d.?
William Miller is my Great GrandFather,and also a Mary Smith b. 1808 d.? with this group. Any help would be most appreciated. Thank You. Joyce

William McCoy b. 1795 Bedford Co., PA

mike37920 — 28 May 2008 1:57:14 GMT

In the 1850 and 1860 Federal Census of Edgar County Illinois, William McCoy says he was born 1795 in Bedford Co., PA. We also know he was married 1817 in Cabell Co., VA (now WV), to Nancy Bradshaw, and that they came to Illinois in 1833. We know William's children; who were William's parents? Happy to share all data and photos of William's descendants.

Michael LaForest
Knoxville, TN