Benzie - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: looking for relatives!

rickbenzies98 — 2009-06-28 15:31:06Z

Terry drop me a line & we might me able to help each other Rick

Re: there is a site for the Benzie family

rickbenzies98 — 2009-06-28 15:29:40Z

Hi Katie maybe you can drop me a short line seems that we have something in the Benzie line .It would be nice to go over information with you hope to hear from you soon Rick

Re: Benzie Genealogy

bobbettina — 2009-06-27 19:16:58Z

Rick - My name is Bettina Stein, daughter of Bettina Thomason, who originally posted the message from 6/25/08. We work together on our family geneology. Mom is not that good with computers, so we didn't get your message you posted on 8/09/08 till now. So I'm helping her reply to your message. We have attached the photos of Alexander Emslie and Jean (Benzie) Emslie which is circa 1900. Also attached is a photo of Jean (Benzie) Emslie with her granddaughter, which is my great-grandmother Alice Ela Beatrice Stuart-Murray. This was taken circa 1891, as Alice was born Aug 8,1890. Alice's mother was Elizabeth Milne Emslie, born Dec, 1849 in Oyne and died Apr 19, 1896 in Aberdeen. She married Norman Stuart-Murray Jul 10, 1875. He was born in 1839 on the Isle of Eigg. We do have some information for Alexander Emslie's parents. Alexander's father is Peter Emslie, born July 5, 1775 in Aberdeen. Peter married Agnes Copland Feb 2, 1815. Peter was an Army Pensioner. As for Jean Benzie, we show her parents to be Alexander Benzie and Jane Milne. Alexander Benzie born Nov 1, 1802 in Oyne; married Jane in 1821. Jane Milne was born in 1805 in Oyne. We do show that Alexander Benzie's father is William Benzie and we have no information on his mother. We'll have to dig further in our records to see if we have any additional information. In the mean time, if you have any additional information, please let us know. Mom's (Bettina Thomason) email address is bobbettina@comcast.net. Hope this helps!

Re: Benzie Genealogy

Mick Fitzsimons — 2009-06-23 22:23:06Z

Thanks Rick, only your e-mail address is not listed. Please contact me at mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com

Regards,

Mick

Re: Benzie Genealogy

rickbenzies98 — 2009-06-23 20:57:32Z

Thanks Mike I to have that information but if you can help with any information that would be great. i have been working on the Benzie /s tree for over 10 years now & I have both of there books & alot of information so if I can help you out in any way , just drop me a line in what you need I would be glad to help you . If you can drop me a line at my e-mail address that way there is not a lot of information for anybody to read thanks again Rick

Re: Benzie Genealogy

Mick Fitzsimons — 2009-06-23 12:56:55Z

I am also researching the Benzie family from Insch, Oyne and Premnay. George BENZIE, b. 16-Jun-1804, Oyne. Father was William. George married Jean HORN, 03-Jun-1832, Oyne. All their children born at Premnay. Does any of this mean anything to anyone.

Mick.

Re: looking for relatives

rickbenzies98 — 2009-02-28 15:36:02Z

Please if you can help I have your grandparents but I show that Isabella was A Benzies with the S on the end. I don't have a date of birth or On George Mutch no dates but I only show that there was 1 child. If you can send me any information on both sides of the family it would help me with the correct information on the tree.my e-mail address is rbenzies@sympatico.ca please keep in touch thank you Rick Benzies

Re: looking for relatives

JLinder7236 — 2009-02-27 04:36:07Z

Thank you - but my Grandmother was Isabella Benzie, married to my Grandfather, George Mutch in Scotland, and died quite young (in Scotland) after giving birth to 3 children.

Re: looking for relatives

rickbenzies98 — 2009-02-26 22:19:58Z

Thats great if there is anything that you can send it would help a lot please keeep in touch Rick .

Re: looking for relatives

puddledub_1 — 2009-02-26 22:14:51Z

I have Isabella Benzies and James Ettles with a Daughter Helen, who went on to Marry George Robertson?

Re: Benzie Genealogy

rickbenzies98 — 2008-12-07 16:53:25Z

Kevin If my records are right I show that your Grandfathers parents are John Souter Benzie born sept 20 1873 & died on sept 10 1952. Married to Jane Ann Shepard born about 1884 & died Oct 22 1960 .I show that they married in Jun 27 1903 in Coffee House Inverurie & had 9 children .Can you check that out & let me know thanks Rick .If you need my e-mail address I am on face book look under Benzie there is a lot out there Thanks Rick

Re: Benzie Genealogy

kevinbenzie — 2008-10-20 01:14:08Z

Hello cousins =D well at least I think you are? my name is Kevin Allan Benzie im a private of 7 Scots, Royal Regiment of Scotland. I'm 18 years old and have wanted to research my family tree for a number of years now. I have very little information to offer at the moment. I live in Aberdeenshire in a village called Insch, a few miles from a village called Oyne. My grandfather Leslie Benzie lived in Insch all his life I think? but have no knowledge of his father, i believe we may be linked to Oyne and Bennachie. Oyne is at the back o' Bennachie which is a large hill or mountain, some say its the heart of Aberdeenshire. I try to search the origin of Benzie and all I seem to get is "Aberdeenshire". this probably is'nt much help to any1, just letting you know that if I find information I will post. thank you for reading ?cousins? ;)

Re: Benzie Genealogy

rickbenzies98 — 2008-08-09 17:45:35Z

Hi I came across your posting on the Benzie/s name.I have some information on them but no pictures. I would like a copy of the picture you talk about. I have been working on the family tree for some time now. I show that Alexander & Jean had 4 children & they got married in Jan 8 1848 in Oyne,Aberdeen.If you can help me go back on the Emslie side that would help me to.Please keep in touch Rick Benzies

Frank Benzie born July 1903

fmr1962 — 2008-08-06 20:39:09Z

I'm trying to trace my great-aunt's first son. Frank Benzie was born in July 1903, in Portsoy, Banffshire, Scotland.

Would appreciate any information you have regarding him.

FMR.

Re: Benzie Genealogy

bobbettina — 2008-06-25 18:29:20Z

Hi! I am researching the Benzies. My gggrandmother was a Jean Benzie, born in Oyne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland on 25 May 1824. She married Alexander Emslie in 1848. She died in Aberdeen in Mar 1904. Her parents were Alexander Benzie born in Oyne Nov 1802 and Jane Milne born in 1895 in Oyne. I don't know of any siblings. I have an old picture of Jean and Alexander, must have been taken 1880/1890 as they are old. My grandparents were born in Aberdeen and then came to the USA in 1920. Do you have any literature on the Benzies and where/who they all are? Thank you in advance, I would gladly pay you for reproductions/information.
Jean Benzie/Elizabeth Emslie/Alice Stuart-Murray/Betty Campbell/Bettina Miller Thomason.

Re: Benzie Genealogy

rickbenzies98 — 2006-01-07 23:16:32Z

Hi Gere my name is Rick Benzies from Canada & I came across your e-mail letters & was wondering if I can write your mother for some information on Benzie/s I have been working on the family tree now for some 10 years or more & any information would help fill in blanks that I can't seem to answer.If it would be OK with you .Thank you Rick

Re: Benzie Genealogy

maddy611 — 2007-10-27 21:45:44Z

Hello - Louise Benzie Jewett was my ggrandmother; she was the sister of Margaret, and daughter of William Benzie and Sarah Jane French Benzie (via Scotland, London and Wisconsin) - do you have any photos of the family or family history that you would be willing to share via email? We have pics of Louisa (Jewett) Graham (Louise's daughter) my grandmother, but none of the rest of the family. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Madeleine ODonnell

Re: Samuel Benzie 1864-1923

schultz41 — 2007-08-04 15:54:37Z

Oops - correction! Samuel Benzie died 1943 in Rossland BC.

Re: looking for relatives

2003-11-10 17:23:39Z

Kesha - I'm sorry - the name Alfred John Benzie does not seem to appear in anything I know about my Benzie relatives, which isn't very much. My grandmother Benzie was born and died in Scotland. Her husband & children came to America shortly after she died. Janice

Re: looking for relatives

2003-11-10 13:58:35Z

I'm researching my family's roots and my grandfather's name was Alfred John Benzie and his father's name was Alfred John Benzie. I'm hoping you can shed some light and help me. Thanks Kesha

Re: Book: A Benzies Inheritance, 1260-1695

2002-12-09 01:17:09Z

Thanks for the return note. I am not on the family tree yet but my grandfather is Peter Benzies 3 third Gen of James Benzies Family #11.He was married to Clara Lawson. My dad name is Bill Benzies .Have been working on the family tree for about 4 years now & still learning something each day. Thanks Again for your time & if there is any information that you can pass over or if there is anything that I can help you with please keep in touch . we are in Canada

Re: Book: A Benzies Inheritance, 1260-1695

2002-12-08 22:55:55Z

Thanks Rick, I have found and purchased both books. I found them in an out-of-print book shop online! Great thing this internet! I'm curious about which branch of the Benzie tree you call home. Thanks again, Laurie

Book: A Benzies Inheritance, 1260-1695

2002-11-07 05:01:27Z

I am looking to purchase this book by Frank Benzies.

James Benzie, b. abt. 1780

2002-11-07 04:59:25Z

Here I am again and the search continues...I've been given a new lead to follow. I am now searching for info on my g-g-g-grandfather, James Benzie, b. bef. 1780, m. Jane Barr, 1804 in Glasgow. Jane Barr b. bef. 1780. Had 6 children, Catherine, Jean, Anne, James, another Ann(?), and Alexander. I am trying to trace the family to Aberdeen? No small feat! Thanks to all who give advice or a lead, it is much appreciated!

benzie book

2002-09-07 15:18:13Z

Two books were writen by Frank Benzies
A Benzies Quest and A Benzies I
inheritance he came from cooper angus
in Scotland I read them 30 years ago so they must be out of print now

James Benzie, Scotland

2002-09-04 21:01:35Z

Well, here I am again cousins...I am now looking for info on James Benzie, b. bef. 1780, d. bef. 1857, m. Jane Barr February 10, 1804 in Glasgow, Scotland. They had 6 children, Catherine, b. 1806; Jean b. 1807; Anne b. abt.1811; James, b. abt. 1817; Anne b. abt. 1817; and Alexander b. abt. 1818. Alexander was my g+ grandfather, m. Mary Johnston abt. 1838 in Scotland. I have only recently found info on James and Jane, thanks to a reply on a message board but once again I have hit the wall. Any help will be appreiciated. Good luck with your own search. Laurie

looking for relatives

JLinder7236 — 2002-05-24 00:42:57Z

Looking for anyone who might be related to my grandma, Isabella Robb Mortimer Benzie. Born about l882 in Scotland, died June 25, 1908, at Kirkhill Croft,Kennethmont, Scotland. Married to George Morrison Mutch in Insch, Scotland. Had 3 children: Mary Ann, Alexander, and William. Her grandfather, father, brother, nephew might have all been named Robert Benzie.

Alexander R. BENZIE Biography, b. 1839 ENG to WI to NM to WI

RMunns7272 — 2007-05-29 18:57:07Z

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 842 - 843.

Town of Burns

ALEXANDER R. BENZIE, Sec. 21; P. O. Bangor; son of William and Sarah Benzie. His father was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, about 1804. His mother was born in London, March 17, 1808. His father went to London when 11 years of age, where he learned the trade of a baker, and where he was married. Parents returned to Scotland several years after their marriage, but afterward went back to London, where his father engaged in the bakery business, till 1845, when he emigrated to Wisconsin, landing in Milwaukee, January of that year; he settled in the town of Genesee, Waukesha Co., where he lived till 1866, when he came to La Crosse Co., and settled in the town of Burns. Parents of Mr. R. A. Benzie now live in Monroe Co. They had nine children, all of whom are living; six of whom were born in London. Alexander was born in London in 1839; he came to the United States with his parents; was married to Dottie Ellis, daughter of Pitts and Lucia Ellis, who was born in Waukesha Co., October, 1844. She was married in the house in which she was born, in 1866. Mr. Benzie went to New Mexico in 1858. He enlisted, Aug. 12, 1861, at Denver, in the 1st Colo. V. C.; served till November, 1864. He was in New Mexico during the most of his time of service. Returned to Wisconsin in the fall of 1864. Settled on present farm soon after he was married, in the fall of 1866. Mr. and Mrs. Benzie have four children - Minerva, George W., Ida May and Dottie L. Lost fourth child, Charles E.

[I am not related to this family and have no further information. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]

Benzie Sandison

Kellycunn — 2005-05-27 18:18:58Z

Can anyone help?
I am looking for more info on Margaret Benzie (below)
I only know that she and Alexander Sandison (sanderson) are the parents of George born in 1833

thank you for your time

Irene C

Descendants of Margaret Benzie

1 Margaret Benzie
.. +Alexander Sanderson
2 George Sandison b: 1833 in BIRSE SCOTLAND
... +Elspet Marshall b: 1837 in BIRSE ABERDEENSHIRE m: 03 Jan 1857 in Foverhan Aberdeen d: 1878 in OR BEFORE 1881 (according tp census)

not sure

rickbenzies98 — 2004-03-22 00:05:33Z

Today I came across Dr.Robert James Benzie, I does say that he married Ruth van Gelder. Is there any family member that can tell me a little bit more about this family Thanks Rick & Judy Benzies Canada

New Address

rickbenzies98 — 2004-03-22 00:02:25Z

Hi again to all the Benzie/Benzies in the world ,I have moved & changed my e-mail address it is rbenzies@sympatico.ca.There was a e-mail some time ago from Laurie Warken about Alexander Benzie m Ann White I have a Alexander Benzie m to Annie Whyte could this be the right white or is the last name spelled different.Hope to here from all benzie/Benzies family members. thanks again Rick& Judy Benzies Canada.

address change

rickbenzies98 — 2004-03-22 00:02:25Z

I have moved & My new e-mail address is rbenzies@sympatico.ca Hope to hear from all of you soon Rick& Judy Benzies Canada

Re: Benzie

rickbenzies98 — 2007-03-24 01:28:22Z

Laurie I show that James & Agnes had only 3 children, & her name was Christina Davidson Robertson Benzie & she married Charles Muir Dickson may 31 1946.Do you have any information on Christina Davidson Or the 2 girls Catherine & IreneI also show that Alexander & Annie Whyte different spelling had 11 children. The other White that I have is Elizabeth Ada Lily m a James Mitchell Benzies on april 15 1885 with 10 children right from the White Book. I know that we have talked before so keep in touch Rick

Re: looking for relatives

rickbenzies98 — 2007-03-24 00:28:26Z

I have a Isabella Benzie m to a Geoge Mutch. she was b in abt 1854 in Keith & d in mar 7 1932 Keith.I show only 1 child James b jan 2 1876 & I show that Isabella married 3 times James Ettles & James Cormie. I aslo show that her parents where John Benzieb oct 20 1816 to Isobel Kessach on july 9 1853 in Keith & they had 8 children. See if this is right & if that helps

Re: looking for relatives

rickbenzies98 — 2007-03-24 00:23:28Z

I'm not sure if I can help my records show that I have a Isabella Benzie b abt 1854 in Keith, Banff & d in mar 7 1932 & m to George Mutch & only 1 child James b jan 2 1876 in Glenas ,Newmill,Keith & her Parents are John Benzie b oct 20 1816 & d mar 31 1893 to a Isobel Kessach with 8 children.Please look this over & see if this is the right answer.

Re: Grandfathers natural family and 2 half brothers

rickbenzies98 — 2006-01-08 00:53:43Z

i was looking through my records on the name of Frank 7 I came across of Micheal benzie he married katherine Bonchack they had Edward,Ann,Rose & Frank could this be the family . Please advise this might solve some questions Thank you Rick

Re: Benzie, Scotland

rickbenzies98 — 2006-01-07 23:25:52Z

Hi Laurie I was just checking in with you to see if you have any new information on the families or is there any information that I can help you with.We have not talked since 2002 & just wanted to keep in touch hope to hear from you soon Rick

Benzey / Cullum / Duttson

cadmane — 2002-07-10 21:29:59Z

I am trying to trace my family tree. I know that many of them came from the Portsea (Portsmouth) area.

Thomas Francis Cullum m unknown
Son
Thomas Edwin Cullum b.1859 (m.1884) Elizabeth Ann Thomas b.1859
Son
Thomas Henry Cullum b.1885 (m.?she changed her name but I don't think they married) Hazel Benzey b.1885 d.1933
Son
Terence Frazer Cullum b.1916 d.1964 (m.) Joan Ellenor Smith b.1921 d.1992

Hazel Benzey b.1885 d.1933 (m. this is the second person she had children with again she changed her name but I don't think they were married) Noel Frederic Duttson.
Son nos 1
Gordon Noel Duttson b.1919
Son nos 2
Pembroke Duttson b.1923

Joseph James Benzey (his brother was Henry Benzey) (m.1880) Mary Mill
Children
Harry William Benzey b.1896 d.1917
Joseph James Benzey Jnr (m. 1908?) Clara Emily ?
Jessie Beatrice Benzey (m.) Mr Norris
Alice or Eliza Benzey (m 1908?)Harvey (dau.Christine)
Hazel Benzey (m1) Thomas Henry Cullum (son Terrence)
(m2) Noel Frederic Duttson (son1 Gordon, son2 Pembroke)

Hazel died in Havant, Wiay House, Denvilles, Havant. She had a sister Jessie Beatrice Norris. She was born Dec 1885 in Portsea Island, her two latter children were both born in Portsmouth, and Noel Duttson was a Brewery Director, they were both living at 1 Glendore Lodge, The Circle, Southsea at the time. Terrance Frazer Cullum was born in Christchurch, Bournemouth at 20 Cotlands Road, Bournemouth, where Hazel lived with his father and assistant paymaster, RNR, HMS Antrim.

There maybe brothers and sisters on both sides of the family that we are unaware of so if you have any of the above names in you're family please contact me.

If you think we maybe related or have any further information please contact me on:
ellen.cadman@nokia.con or ellen.cadman@amserve.net

Benzie (Benza)

Reaganpnlshow — 2002-04-05 18:39:14Z

My husbands grandfather came here from Europe and moved to Pa and then Mike Benzie came to Ohio
Brothers of Michael (Born 1887?): Enoch, John and Walsh
Mike died 1961? - Cleveland Ohio

Benzie (Benza)

Reaganpnlshow — 2002-04-05 18:39:07Z

My husbands grandfather came here from Europe and moved to Pa and then Mike Benzie came to Ohio
Brothers of Michael (Born 1887?): Enoch, John and Walsh
Mike died 1961? - Cleveland Ohio

Obit of Mary Ellen (JOLLS) COLWELL, wf of George C. Colwell

CynthiaStanley75 — 2005-06-18 22:12:07Z

Obit. Clipping

Heading: OLD PIONEER OF LAKE ANN DIES

Mrs. Mary Ellen Colwell, 81 pioneer resident of the Lake Ann community, died Wednesday following a short illness.
Mary Ellen Jolls was born September 23, 1862 in Northshade, Mich., and was later united in marriage to George Colwell at Montgomery, Mich. This couple moved to the Lake Ann section 54 years ago and has since made it their home. Mr. Colwell died three years ago.
Mrs. Colwell was well known in the Lake Ann region and was an active member of the Methodist church there. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Merritt B. Perkins of this city, two grand children and eight great grandchildren. Two sisters, Mrs. Frances Youmans of Grawn and Mrs. Carey Holiday of Harbor Springs, and a brother, Vean Barber of Mesick, also survive.
The body was taken to the Hibbard Funeral Chapel where it will remain until time of funeral services, to be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 at the Lake Ann Methodist church, Rev. Kenyon officiating. Burial will be in the Lake Ann cemetery.
...End

Note: I believe that the year of death was 1944. Daughter, Lillian M. Perkins, was married to Merritt B. Perkins of Traverse City, Grand Traverse, MI.

1881 census results for Benzie attached

BarryCant65 — 2002-08-03 20:08:35Z

Re: Book: A Benzies Inheritance, 1260-1695

rickbenzies46 — 2002-12-08 17:10:47Z

I noticed that you are looking for the book as marked above there is a different book to which is called A Benzies Quest 1435-1972 done by Frank Benzies do you have that 1 to the reason that I am asking is that I have both copies & I photo copied both books if you are interested in the copies . please advise me thank you Rick Benzies

Re: Benzie, Scotland

rickbenzies46 — 2002-12-08 16:43:47Z

I can maybee help you on some of the Benzie /Benzies. Have been looking through the letters & came across your letter ,there is 1 that you sent out in nov 6 2002 I can't seem to find any information on that record of james benzie m jane barr if you can look into this & please advise & hope that i can help you at anytime. thank you for your time
Rick Benzies

Re: New Address

labenzie — 2006-10-19 12:39:40Z

Hi Rick

I am Laurie Warken, I have gone back to my maiden name.

My Great Grandfather was Alexander Benzie, (Alexander, James) m. Annie Whyte, daughter of Daniel White and Margaret Donaghey, April 05,1872 in Glasgow, Scotland (source; marriage cert.).

I'm not sure why the name is spelled White and Whyte on the same document.

My new e-mail is labenzie@hotmail.com. I have also moved and have just gotten back into digging up the family roots again, lol.

I hope to hear from you again.
Laurie Benzie

James Benzie, m. Jane Barr, 1804(?) Scotland

labenzie — 2006-10-19 12:39:40Z

Hello all

Looking for documentation for James Benzie (born before 1780?) m. Jane Barr, February 10, 1804 (?) in Glasgow, Scotland. This information was given by David Innes and I am searching for confirmation.

Children were:

Catherine
Jean
Anne
Ann
James
Alexander (m. Mary Johnston, 1838)

Children of Alexander and Mary were:

Mary McLean
James
George Johnston
John
Alexander (m. Annie Whyte, 1872)
William
Elizabeth
Christina MacPherson
Hugh MacPherson

Children of Alexander and Annie were:

Samuel Alexander
Margaret
Alexander
James
John
George
Robert
Hugh
Annie
James (m. Agnes Brown Robertson, 1917)
Elizabeth

Thanks a lot, I'm looking forward to hearing from you. Good luck with your research. Keep digging.

Laurie Benzie

Re: Benzie

ellen_cadman — 2002-03-31 15:29:08Z

Do you any details about you're web page or an e-mail address so I can also contact you with reguards to my Benzies
Thanks
Ellen

Benzie/ Benzey / Duttson

ellen_cadman — 2002-03-31 15:29:08Z

Am trying to trace my grandfathers natural family.
Terrance Frazer Cullum (fostered) he was born we believe either Nov 1916 0r April 1917. He was an Illigitimate son. We believe he was born in the south possibily around the Dorset area or Southampton area.
Mother Hazel Benzie died aged 48 yrs of diptheria/meningitus in the 1930's. She was left a large house by a man called Noel Frederick Duttson who was also the father of her other two sons.

Joseph James Benzie married(17.03.1880) Mary Mill
Children:
Harry William Benzie (b 1896 d14.04.1917)
Jessis Beatrice Benzie married Mr Norris
Joseph James Benzie Jr married Clara Emily ?
Hazel Benzie (b 28.12.1885 d 10.03.1933)

Hazel Benzie married? Thomas Cullum (21.12.1885)
children
Terrance Frzazer Cullum (b 17.03.1916 d 1964)
Hazel Benzie married 2 Noel Frederick Duttson
children
Gorden Noel Duttson (b 19.07.1919)
Pembroke Duttson (b 15.11.1923)

Hazel also had a niece Christine Harvey

Please if you have any information please let me no as this is a most uncommon name.

Samuel Benzie 1864-1923

schultz41 — 2007-08-04 15:52:23Z

'm researching on behalf of a friend whose great-grandfather was Samuel Benzie/Benzies, born 1864 Aberdeen Scotland, emigrated to Canada 1890, married 1898 Kaslo BC, died 1923 Trail BC. Any connections out there? Samuel's marriage registration shows his parents as George and Ann Benzie.

Wendy

William Freeman

phil1467 — 2003-07-09 20:33:44Z

William Freeman lived in Copemish, MI and died there. He was married to Anna Rafferty of Empire, MI.
Wm. worked for Starkey Lumber and may have owned his own lumber company.
Two ladies who were witnesses at the wedding were Satterlee ladies.
I have no other information other than thier children were: Herbert Freeman, a batchelor, Bessie wed to a Richley, and Elsie married to Armitage and later to Barryhill.
Looking for any informantion on any of these surnames.
Phil Kuehn
pkuehn@mich.com
pkuehn@mich.com