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Paul E. Chezem

takukuk — 2009-09-11 14:25:42Z

Here's 1930 US Census info:
Name: Paul E Chezem
Home in 1930: Danville, Vermilion, Illinois
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Age: 24
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1906
Birthplace: Indiana
Relation to Head of House: Head
Spouse's Name: Grace
Race: White
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Household Members: Name Age
Paul E Chezem 24
Grace Chezem 23
Betty J Chezem 2

Re: Chezem family, Illinois to Indiana

bettyofannarbor — 2009-07-29 14:06:14Z

Can anyone provide information on my grandmother: Tabitha Anna Chezem was born July 3, 1897, Jewitt Cumberland Illinois.
Her Parents were:
James P. Chezem
Birthplace on board ship coming form another country
Frauces Hudson
Birthplace Illinois

T. Anna Chezem (was the way she signed her name but was called Anna) married to Eddons W. Brown (signed E. W. and called Walter or E.W.)September 17, 1910.
By a Justice of the Peace in Bloomfield County. Marriage Licens was filed in Stoddard County Missouri.

They lived much of thier life, raised family and both died in Poplar Bluff, MO.

Serviving children are Elvin W. Brown, 90yrs and Paul Brown, 89yrs.

Re: Need suggestions from a more experienced researcher

chatterchit — 2009-04-22 04:16:47Z

You probably should choose a specific piece of information that you want to find, such as "Where was my grandfather born?" or "When and where were his parents married?" or "What were my grandfather's siblings' names?" Start with the present and work backwards. Once you have a specific goal, then you can research (or ask for advice on) which specific records are likely to give you the answers.

Just trying to find folks in the US Census isn't a very good goal because they might not be there! Millions of folks refused to answer, or they were traveling at the time, or the names were misspelled drastically, etc. etc.

I'd say a good first step would be to get your grandfather's birth certificate. It may have different parents' names on it -- simply because the "informant" at the death might have gotten the names wrong on the death certificate. A death certificate is much more unreliable that a birth certificate, given the passage of time and the situation.

Also, don't ever forget -- not all records are online! -- not even one-tenth of the records are online! You need to go to the sources themselves, when necessary.

Need suggestions from a more experienced researcher

KatRenee — 2009-04-16 15:17:18Z

I put some time into this a few years ago and have just come back to work on it some more. I'm having the same problem, in that I can't seem to get anywhere with my two grandfathers.\

The 1920 Census shows my maternal grandfather living with his brother (head of house), his sister, and mother. The mother lists as "married" but the husband doesn't live in the house. From my grandfather's death record I have a name for both of his parents (Elijah Jones, Eliza Nixon)and their birth state, KY. I've done the search here over and over and can't find any matches that make sense. My grandfather doesn't even show up as a child in the 1900 or 1910 Census even though he would have been a child at home then. The only time I saw the parents two names together, the couple was black and none of the children's names were right. Now for a moment, I did think "hey, my uncles were always tanned well!" but the family is listed as white on the 1920 Census.

With my paternal grandfather I have his name (Paul E Chezem), birth date, and birth state and nothing turns up that matches.

So what would a more experienced person do in either of these cases? I would really appreciate some advice. Thank you.

Re: Chezem Genealogy 1650-1985

horselovinmama57 — 2009-03-30 04:48:58Z

Hi there,

I am Sandy Gesswein, daughter of Marvin William Chezem and grandaughter of Squire Harrison Chezem. I have recently talked to Norms son via email and Norm is not doing well. He has alzheimers so he longer can answer his emails. If you are wanting more info on the Chezems, I have a copy of the 2nd edition. You can email me at ; horselovinmama57@yahoo.com

Re: Chezem family, Illinois to Indiana

curtchezem1 — 2009-02-01 06:46:03Z

Hi I'm Zelda's great grandson. The Chezem's moved to Terre Haute, IN. My grandfather Delbert Charles Chezem and great aunt Mary Elizabeth "Mary Lib" Chezem Blair are buried in Terre Haute. Delbert was a high school principal and coach there. Delbert was a jovial guy, loved to tell jokes and had a great smile. He passed away in 1968.

Re: Chezem book

bchezem4579 — 2008-11-25 05:59:33Z

Hi Gary,
My father, Norm, is in failing health and no longer maintains an e-mail account. I have a copy of the book which I may scan and create a pdf version. If you are interested, please e-mail me at bruce@brucesview.com.
Kind regards,
Bruce

Re: Chezem Genealogy 1650-1985

bchezem4579 — 2008-11-25 05:51:00Z

Hello. My father is Norman Bruce Chezem, Sr., co-author of 'Chezem Genealogy' 2nd edition. He is in failing health and no longer maintains an e-mail account. Perhaps I can be of service. The book is no longer in print. But I have a copy of the book and I may be able to answer your question. My e-mail address is bruce@brucesview.com.
Kind regards,
Bruce

Re: searching for World War II comrade

horselovinmama57 — 2008-07-24 12:11:06Z

I believe you are referring to my father. He passed away in 2000. How do you know him? I would love to talk to you and find out more about him. email me at horselovinmama57@yahoo.com

Sandy Chezem-Gesswein

Re: Chezem family, Illinois to Indiana

susanr5500 — 2008-07-07 11:41:38Z

My grandmother Lenora Alice Chezem Reynolds was born in Cumberland County in just outside Jewett, IL. Her mother and grandmother both had farms in that area. To this day that area is called Chezem Hill. I do remember seeing the name of Delbert in our family history. I will try and take a look at it tonight and get back with you. There is an old family cemetary located in the area. I found it last year in a wooded area out in a farmer's field. I hope to get back over there and clean the area up--many downed tree limbs, etc. I'll let you know what I find out.

Chezem Genealogy 1650-1985

haymondhome — 2008-03-10 03:01:32Z

I am looking for the authors of Chezem Genealogy 1650-1985 Second Edition by Rachael Chezem Anderson and LCDR Norman B Chezem.

The email addy for Norman from 2001 is bouncing.
Thanks

Re: Squire Chezem

disaster911 — 2006-12-31 23:05:16Z

I emailed the county recorder (archive expert) in Breckenridge Co. to see if she could send confirmation. I am also going to school like my sister, Sandy. We are both training to be teachers. Mine is K-8 and have student loans out also. I just turned 55 and Sandy is the next youngest and then our sister Karen who is 46.

Re: Squire Chezem

dnsgesswein — 2006-12-31 17:17:39Z

Hi Linda,

I thought I emailed you but the other posting did not give a name. Was that you as well?? Anyhow, was Colonel older or younger than my grandpa? I never got to meet him. He and Ruby divorced when my dad and his twin sister were young. I knew he had Cherokee in him but was never sure how much. I"d love to find out. I have school loans I sure could use some help out with them if we have have enough to qualify for! Even my daughters?? I have pictures of my grandpa and he does look very much like he has some native american in him as well as my dad and my aunt. If you send me your email, I can send you a pic of my granpa. I'd love to see a pic of his brother. Was that the only two in that family? Are you the one that said that Squire was adopted or were they both adopted?? Who was their birth parents and who adopted them? I never heard that story before?? You can email me back at horselovinmama57@yahoo.com. I'd love to chat with you.

Sandy Gesswein (Chezem)

Re: Squire Chezem

77linche — 2006-12-30 15:31:01Z

Hi Marlene,
I am really interested in how we are related. I found some indication that Gilla Free is Cherokee and that Squire Chezem was an Indian child adopted in Breckenridge County Ky. I am looking for information that either supports the first or corrects it. Can you help? Please email me at Youthwork4@aol.com if you want me to send you the data. Many thanks, LLC

Re: Squire Chezem

disaster911 — 2006-12-30 00:33:13Z

HI- I am Sandy Gessweins sister, Marlene Moore (Chezem) and Squire was my grandfather too. I live in Idaho.

Re: Anyone searching Missouri or Kansas lines??

SherryWinter96 — 2006-12-28 05:36:47Z

I am a descendent of John Chessman Chezem,James Chezem, John Sampson Chezem, and Sarah Chezem who married Amariah wolfe. Sarah is a Grandmother she is buried in Vernon County, Missouri. Any of these in your line?

Chezem family, Illinois to Indiana

2006-10-02 02:25:07Z

Looking for any information on Zelda "Cramer" Chezem, wife of Charles Clark Chezem.They were supposed to have been married about 1898 in Jewett, Cumberland Co, ILL. Is there a record of their marriage, Zelda may have went by a different name-- possibly she had a prior marriage? Charles & Zelda Chezem were living in Cumberland Co, IL on 1900 census -- 1910 cenus they were in Jasper Co, IL, they then moved to Vigo Co, Indiana sometime between 1910-1920, and were also listed on the 1830 Vigo Co, IN census.

Zelda Cramer Chezem was born 7 Nov 1880 Yale, Jasper Co,IL. and died 15 Jan 1954 Homer, Champaign Co, IL; burial: Homer, Ill.

Charles Chezem was born 19 FEB 1877 and
died 15 JUN 1966 in Westmont, DuPage Co,IL

Children:
Mary Elizabeth b. 1909
Delbert Charles b.1900

Re: Squire Chezem

2005-09-25 02:22:40Z

I have some information and am the granddaughter of his brother, Colonel,

Re: Chezem Family Information

2004-06-02 17:21:03Z

My grandfather was Paul Chezem. Did your husband's grandfather live in Danville, Illinois? I see you posted your message a few years ago. I've just started searching for this information and can't find out anything about Paul Chezem, his birthplace, or names of is parents. If you see this, please let me know what you have found out. Thank you.

Re: Chezum Book

2004-04-04 21:27:20Z

Thank you! Please let me know costs and what I have do to make a connection. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

Re: John Chezem

2004-03-09 19:13:39Z

my records show that john's father was edward cheeseman(chism--chezem--etc.) born in england nov 14 1700. john was listed as john chism born 1760 baltimore, md. by the 1790 census---died after oct. 21 in vermillion co. indiana. comfort morris(b.1799 in ohio--died 1872 in waynesville, dewitt co., illinois) was his 4th wife.

Re: searching for World War II comrade

2004-03-07 16:53:42Z

Hi Edgar,

I just read your post. I don't get into this web-site too often. Anyhow, this is really interesting that you knew my dad. What was he like? Please respond. I'd love to hear all about him.

Re: The "Book"

2004-03-07 16:50:27Z

Hi NOrm,

Remember me? I'm Bill Chezem's daughter. Hey, I am curious, how far removed are we from Jessie Chism and when did the spelling change occur? Hope your doling well.

Chezem book

2004-02-03 16:38:10Z

Hi Norman, this is your cousin, Gary I have the book on 8" file and wondered if you hav in an updated format, or could E'mail it to me, Thank You, Gary Chezem

Squire Chezem

2004-01-25 03:05:02Z

Does anyone have any information on my grandfather, Squire Chezem, son of Colonel Cheze?. I never knew him and knew that he had married and lived in Tennesse. He was an artist and I was hoping to find out whatever happend to his paintings.When my parents were alive, they went to Tennessee to see a courthouse that the had restored. I really want ot find out about him. :(

Re: searching for World War II comrade

2004-01-25 02:58:19Z

Hi Edgar,

Did you know my dad?, Marvin W,Chezem. He was a glider pilot during WWII. What was he like? I would really like to know.

Re: searching for World War II comrade

2002-08-25 07:40:56Z

Hi Edgar,

I was just playing around with our geneology and found your posting. Yes, sadly my dad is gone and my mom. Dad died of lung cancer and emphesemia (He loved his pipe) What can you tell me about my dad in his younger days? I'd love to know. Were you a glder pilot as well?

Re: S.D. Chezem

2002-08-11 02:57:02Z

My records show a Stephen Douglas Chezem as the sixth child of John Downs and Anna Barrett Ridgway Chezem born 2/16/1842 in Glasgow Iowa. He died March 27 1934 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Burial was in Greeup Ill. Wife's Name unknown. They had a child names Evea (no other information listed)

I don't know if this info will help you or confuse you.

Re: The "Book"

2002-04-28 06:41:16Z

I'll work on updates for you - some of the family has gotten larger! My only brother (Larry) never has had any children, so it looks like this is one line where the name Chezem will end. Out of my Dad and his siblings, only one remain....

Re: The "Book"

2002-04-28 05:34:06Z

Thanks for the corrections. I have started collecting new information and I will add this to that collection.

Please let me know if there are any more. Or, if there are any other readers who have additions or corrections, please do the same.

Thanks,

Norm

Re: The "Book"

2002-04-28 04:57:01Z

Hi Norm!
I'm in your book as "Leisa" Chezem, d/o Jesse Franklin Chezem & Merle (really it's Meryl) Fisher. Grandma always spelled my name "Leisa" - don't know why! Just thought you might want to correct the typos on my mom and myself.......

Re: Anyone searching Missouri or Kansas lines??

2001-11-05 04:59:28Z

Hi I have some Chezems from Kansas. Waive Chezem married Fred Goyette. Are they in your line?
Kathy Muller

Mrs. Frank Chezem Obituary

2002-01-16 10:26:48Z

Mrs. Frank Chezem, 67, a resident of 109 Deal St., Charleston,Mo., died Saturday, March 13, 1971 at 8:30 a.m. while a patient in the Chaffee General Hospital.
She was born Nov. 24, 1903 in Advance, Mo., daughter of the late C.W. and Sarah Welch. On July 7,1919 she was married to Frank Chezem. Also surviving are:
One son, Harold Chezem of China Lake, CA.; one daughter, Mrs. Horace Washburne of Lapeer, Mich.; three brothers: George Welch of Charleston,MO., Elige Welch of Cypress, ILL., and Caroll Welch of Murphysboro, ILL.; three sisters, Mrs. Zettie Edwards of St. Louis, MO., Goldie Chezem of Charleston,MO., and Mrs. Bob Curtis of Chaffee,MO. Four grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were held in the McMikle Chapel Monday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Marvin Lanius, pastor of the Assembly of God Church in Charleston, officiating. Interment was in Idalia Cemetery, Idalia,MO., with McMikle Funeral Home of Charleston in charge of arrangements.
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Breakdown of who is who:
Parents:
Carney Washington Welch ( father)
Sarah Emaline Garner ( mother)
Children:
Mrs. Frank Chezem ( Lena Welch)
Mrs. Zettie Edwards ( Zettie Welch)
Mrs. Goldie Chezem ( Goldie Welch)
Mrs. Bob Curtis ( name unknown)
George Welch
Elige Welch
Caroll Welch

Lena and Goldie Welch married brothers Frank and Louis Chezem.

looking for relatives

tazwolf — 2002-01-13 09:52:16Z

Hello,
I've been searching for any info on the Chezem family and ran across this site. I am delighted to have finally found someone with the same surname as mine. Some of my kin are Goldie Chezem from Sikeston,Mo. born Feb.10,1910 died Sept.1974 (my aunt on grandma's side). Lena Chezem from Charlston,MO. born Nov.24,1903 died March 1971 (my grandma,sister to Goldie). Harold Chezem from Popular Bluff,MO. born April 12,1930 died March 1980 (my father,son of Lena).Richard Chezem from Charlston,MO. born Jan.8,1899 died Dec.1985 (my grandpa,father to Harold,husband to Lena). Louis Chezem from Charlston,MO. born Sept.25,1892 died Feb.1969 (Brother to Richard,husband to Goldie).Perry Chezem from Charlston,Mo. Dates unknown (brother to Richard Louis).I hope this will help some of you search. Please feel free to contact me via email at tazwolf1@msn.com. I have other info also.

Re: Anyone searching Missouri or Kansas lines??

tazwolf — 2002-01-13 09:52:16Z

Kathy
As far as I know, at this time, they are not in my line.

Chezem