Houtz - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Houtz Name Origin

HeatherCarey71 — 2009-10-01 02:40:23Z

If you have all the way back to 1669, I don't know that I can help you. Let me look at my info, and refresh my memory. I haven't been researching lately. My line if from Center County in PA. Did you line go there from Germany?

Re: Houtz Name Origin

DSHOUTZ1 — 2009-09-30 23:10:39Z

My name is DeWayne and I am researching the Houtz name. I understand that you have information on the Houtz line. Can I get this information from you, I am a decendent of Johann Wendel Houtz born 1669 in Hassloch, Pfalz, Germany. Could you help me with my research?

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

CindyRomano51 — 2009-05-14 01:02:42Z

Next time you are heading towards Salem, let me know ASAP. Maybe I could meet you there? I usually try to drive by a few times a year and just check on things, make sure the fence is intact, the grass is getting cut, the stones are upright, etc.

I know where the old brick kiln was, where the barn stood, where the house was, etc.

Would love to pass this to someone who has a real interest...

thanks

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

CindyRomano51 — 2009-05-14 01:00:31Z

Hi Vernon! It is Cindy Romano, who worked on the cemetery restoration with your dad/etc. Hope all is well with you and your family? Are your parents still living and well?
I have lost touch with them. I still hear from your cuz Bob once in a while. Please update me on things when you can. Thanks! God Bless!

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

vernonhoutz — 2009-05-14 00:58:56Z

Hi Joretta,
I have the lineage between John Henry Houtz to Lorentz Hautz abt 1600. I also have about 5 generations of descendants of John Houtz, one line goes to the mid 1960's. What kind of information are you looking for? He was born in Virginia and died in Champaign Co. Ohio. They were married 10 Oct 1841 in Clark Co. Ohio.
Regards,
Vernon Houtz
Lawrenceburg, KY

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

tigersue01 — 2009-05-14 00:35:07Z

Thanks so much for your offer of help. My dad is the Gish decendant. I live in Charlotte but come back home frequently. I will be up and back a couple more times this month. You can contact me at srkf82 at hotmail dot com. I really appreciate any direction you can give me in this. We've been doing some genealogy research and have had fun finding things in strange places. And this one would definately qualify!
Again, thanks!

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

CindyRomano51 — 2009-05-14 00:20:21Z

Yes, I think the Houtz family of the Salem, VA area is the family of which you are searching. I will pull my file and give you update. I remember those names being family buried there (I THINK!)

I will update this soon!

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

CindyRomano51 — 2009-05-14 00:17:45Z

I was able to get the plans for that barn - they were temp. lost in some political mumbo-jumbo for a while - and was at the opening of Explore Park and such. I live about 80 miles from this site, but worked with the City of Salem on the restoration of the cemetery with a family member of the Houtz clan.

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

CindyRomano51 — 2009-05-14 00:15:24Z

I have a large file on the restoration of this cemetery. I will try to find it in a day or two - have a busy day tomorrow - it is in a storage box. I do not remember the Gish name, but it has been several years since I worked on that project. I am still in contact with a childhood friend, who is a Houtz, which is how and why this all started. I worked mostly with a cousin who was elderly and I am not sure of his status now; I have not chatted or corresponded with him for a while. I recently cross passed paths with a new Houtz friend, who is prob. a distant relative, too. cindy romano at hot mail dot com is my personal email - think you can figure that out - feel free to contact me there - but I will also post on here for others who may be searching! I HAVE PICS of this cemetery, too. Only one person was interned after the civil war - this is a very old one!

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

tigersue01 — 2009-05-13 22:17:49Z

I would be very interested in any data you have regarding Gish burials there. Is there someone I could call/email, etc about getting a list of names or something so I could see if we have family there? Can you put me in contact with anyone that can do this? Or can you do this? Is the property under management on premises?
Many thanks!

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

JHarrah7716 — 2009-05-13 19:50:38Z

I personally don't have any knowlege of the Houtz' other than the informaion I posted. You may be able to check the other answers on this posting - Vernon Houtz may have answers. Sorry I could not help more.

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

jhcruzier — 2009-05-13 06:24:05Z

I have been looking for some of my Houtz ancestors that were from the Virginia area. I do not know exactly where in Virginia.

I am looking for John Henry Houtz b. 16 Jan 1816 in VA, m Elizabeth Shartle b. 17 Jan 1820, unknown.

I think John Henry's father is Jacob b. abt 1792 in VA, d. 4 Jul 1818 in Indiana. Jacob married Susanna Stumpf b. abt 1795, unknown.

Do you have any knowledge of this line of Houtz's???

Joretta Heath
Pasco, WA

HOUTZ, John R. (1885?)

mttreehugger — 2009-05-03 19:26:16Z

Headstone is located in the Riverside Cemetery: Emmett, Gem Co., ID

Dorothy Houtz b. approx. 1910- wife of Edward Henry

gensavant — 2009-04-05 22:29:07Z

I am doing research on members of the Houtz family of Montoursville, PA, and need any information available on Dorothy Houtz, my maternal grandmother and her family. She lived on Loyalsock, was born about 1910, was married to Edward Henry, was supposed to have had a twin brother, had two children, Patricia and Edward, and died sometime in the 1980's. Any information would be gratefully appreciated! You can contact me at my personal email address: ldavis@pacific.edu. Thank you!!!!!

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

CindyRomano51 — 2009-01-30 00:49:18Z

I worked on the restoration of this cemetery several years ago. I have old and new records of the graves, etc. I also have contact information for some family - direct descendents of this family. I also worked to have one of the structures re-erected in a nearby park. If I can be of help to anyone searching - please let me know.

Re: William Houtz

LarryHepola89 — 2008-10-03 16:24:44Z

Hi Anne After reading the message board I see you are inquiring about the wm. Houtz family. I knew Emma & John Houtz. Edward Houtz was my grandfather. He was also a stairbuilder. He built several lovely homes in Virginia. We all lived in a small community in Mclean, Va. About 25 miles Washington,D.C. My E-Mail is Laryhep@aol.com I would love to talk to you.I was a small child when I met Emma and John. But I do remember them. God Bless Georgia

Re: Houtz Name Origin

beastwood33 — 2008-02-13 04:10:56Z

The Pennsylvania Dutch are Germans from the upper (southern) Rhine valley. Germans do not call themselves "German" but call themselves "Deutch". Americans heard this as "Dutch". The words "German" and "Germany" are Latin words, the names the Romans applied to the lands and peoples east of the Rhine

Re: Houtz Name Origin

PlaidxElectrikk — 2008-02-05 21:24:59Z

The orgin of Houtz is utterly German. Anyone can tell you that. My grandfather carried his name, Houtz, to Pennsylvania from Germany. so...yeah.

lost cousin

2006-06-29 00:40:22Z

I am trying to find a cousin by the name of Sharon Rose Houtz Mother was Bonnie married first time to Robert Dean and lived in Indiana

Houtz

2005-12-19 01:46:47Z

Debra- What line of Lorentz Houtz are you? Whom are you
looking for? I have the line of Wendall John, b. 1760. I'll
be happy to help, if I can.

God bless -Anne

Re: Houtz Name Origin

2004-01-26 04:37:21Z

My first thought would be that the name comes from the French for "high". Looking in my dictionary, I see a location, Haute Normandie...a metropolitan region of NW France with the chief city of Rouen. Since a few of the Houts, Hauts, etc. are from Bavaria, then from the mountains? But Hassloch is on lower ground, so were they transplants from another location in Europe? I did look at a Michelin map one time and they show quite a few Haupts, Hauts as geographical locations in the mountainous areas of France. If you have a Dutch background as opposed to a Deutche (German) family history, then maybe this might give you an indication of where to look for clues.

Houtz means?

2003-09-28 23:09:45Z

So what exactly does the surname houtz mean? I tried to find its definition but haven't had any real luck.

Re: FYI - John Houtz in Perry Co. PA - 1846

2003-08-01 20:17:20Z

Marcia, Hi, can you tell me more about your bill of sale? How did you come by it? I have a John Houtz in my family and the date seems to be about right.

Re: looking for relatives of George Elsworth Houtz 1900 Centre PA

Lindybloom — 2003-10-27 04:09:42Z

Yes i am George Elsworth Houtz nephew Stephen Bloom George and my mother were brother and sister if you want more info E Mail atSBloom1059@Aol.com

Aimintha (AKA: Mint) Houtz b: 1845 M: 1868 to Daniel Fidler - Ohio

Thomas Fidler — 2004-11-17 04:55:30Z

Looking for any further information regarding this individual.

Sincerely,

Thomas Fidler

Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

JHarrah7716 — 2005-02-21 12:39:35Z

There is a small cemetery located in Salem, VA which has about 13 or 14 graves. There are several "HOUTZ" graves located there. There is also a "GISH" The Houtz graves are very old (died 1850-1860 era). Stones are readable.

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

JHarrah7716 — 2007-08-23 22:48:02Z

This little cemetery is located near the Lewis Gale warehouse. Coming from Lewis Gale, turn right at the light just past Sheetz going toward GE. The road takes you to a set of warehouses on the right. Nestled between 2 buildings is a little fenced area with the cemetery. The stones are quite old.

Marlin B Houtz obituary

dactackm — 2003-11-24 16:01:24Z

Source: The Sun Gazette, Williamsport, PA Oct. 24, 2003
Deceased: Houtz, Marlin B
Age: 64
Birth date: June 11, 1939
Birth place: Watsontown, PA
Death date: Oct. 22, 2003
Place of death: Wilkes-Barre, PA

For a copy of full obit send email to:
dactackm@jlink.net

No relation to the deceased

FLorence (Houtz) Zimmerman obituary

dactackm — 2003-09-04 17:14:13Z

Source: The Daily Item, Sunbury, PA July 4, 2003
Deceased: Zimmerman, Florence (Houtz)
Age: 85
Born: Sept. 24, 1917
Birth place: Knights Valley, PA
Death date: July 2, 2003
Place of death: Monroe, GA

For a copy of full obit send email to:
dactackm@jlink.net

No relation to the deceased

Lucile Houtz Harmon (1913-2005) Obit

KathleenBurnett — 2005-10-23 18:45:47Z

Lucile Houtz Harmon Lucile, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away October 7, 2005 in Bennion, UT. She was born January 30, 1913 in Mapleton, UT to Austin Houtz and Martha Allan. She married L. Elroy Harmon September 26, 1935 in the Salt Lake Temple. She was an active member of the LDS Church throughout her life, and served faithfully as organist, Relief Society president, and in many other positions. She spent her life in the service of others and was devoted to her family. She is survived by nine of her 10 children, Darwin (Lura) of Midvale, Sherril (Irene) of Mesa, AZ, LaRue Reay (George) of Altamont, Thomas (Karen) of West Jordan, Wayne (Rita) of South Jordan, Mozelle Szy-manski (Lon) of South Jordan, Dean (Marylin) of West Valley City, O.J. (Janice) of West Valley City, and Joyce Livingston (Gary) of Las Vegas, NV; 48 grandchildren; 89 great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband; and daughter, Euleta Merrill. A special thanks to Kathleen Morris, Rita Iordanides, Rebecca Lindberg, and Diana Doreton of Arbor Senior Care. Services will be held at Bennion 12th Ward, 6540 So. 2700 West, Monday, October 10, 2005 at 11 a.m. Viewing will be Sunday, 6-8 p.m., at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, and Monday at the church, one hour prior to services. Interment, Evergreen Cemetery, Springville, UT.
Published in the Deseret News on 10/9/2005.

Vincent R. Houtz (1932-2005) Obit

KathleenBurnett — 2005-09-25 17:04:15Z

Our beloved Dad and Grandpa Vincent Robertson Houtz passed from this life Friday, September 23, 2005, peacefully with family members. Dad was the youngest son of Heber Hall Houtz and Isabell Calista Robertson, born April 26, 1932 in Springville, Utah. He served in the Northwest States Mission; upon returning he married Joan Grant in the Salt Lake Temple September 20, 1956. He worked for Hercules for several years and was retired from the Salt Lake City Corporation. Dad was a little league and Babe Ruth coach and umpired baseball for several years. He was an avid BYU fan. His church service included former Bishop Taylorsville Fifth Ward, former High Councilor, taught Gospel Doctrine for 26 years, served in the Salt Lake Temple for 25 years, and served in the Bishopric at the State Women's Prison facility. Dad loved the Savior and he led his family and friends by his example. We will miss his love for life and for the people that he knew. He loved his children and found great joy in his grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Michael Vincent (Susan) of South Ogden, UT; Craig Steven (Connie), Fort Collins, CO; daughters, Julie and Jolene, both of Taylorsville, UT; and Bradley Joseph (Nicolle) of South Jordan, UT. Sisters, Mildred Bray, Marjorie Larsen, and Vera Meriwether; and his 18 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Grant; son, David Kyle; daughter-in-law, LeiLani Skinner Houtz; granddaughter, Amy Houtz; his brothers, Merlin, Keith, and Rex; and sister, Lois. We look forward to being together again, one day, as a family! Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 12 noon, at the Taylorsville Utah Stake Center, 4800 So. 1365 W. Family and friends may visit Monday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Road, and Tuesday at the church, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Interment, Redwood Memorial Estates.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/25/2005.

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

vernonhoutz — 2007-09-27 22:44:44Z

The cemetary is in the Intervale Industrial park not far from where the Explorer Park "Houtz Barn" originally stood. Just stay on the main road and it will be straight ahead after you make the first left. It is surrounded by a metal fence provided by the city of Salem. My father restored the graveyard about 5 years ago. He reports that there is a Catherin Gish buried there. (I think I have misspelled the first name.) It is interesting that the Gishes and Houtzes were close as there are some Gishes buried in Roanoke Illinois near some Houtzes. If you have any questions, I will try to find an answer. We have 16 Gishes in our Family Tree records but I could not find Catherin.

Sarah

2006-08-13 01:44:26Z

Anne-
Have you had any luck finding more on Sarah? I will be going to T.C. this week so let me know if you think of something for me to look into for you.
Also, here is my new email.
Blessings
Debora

Re: Houtz Name Origin

2005-12-09 02:21:09Z

I am descended from Phillip Lorentz Houtz, 1713-1788, and I have enjoyed reading several relevant emails. I have just begun researching the family and am interested in sharing information with others who are researching our family. Please feel free to email me with questions or info.
Best to you all
Debora Houtz Brown

Re: Houtz

2005-12-26 19:38:48Z

Anne - I am from the Balzer Houtz line, b 1757. I hope to visit PA later this week to look up family records and try to find cemeteries. Do you know where Phillip Lorentz Houtz is buried? I have Bethel, Berks, PA. Is this correct? Are other family members there? I am looking for the grave Balzer Houtz . I believe he died 2-4-1836 in Pine Grove. Any and all help is very much appreciated. Thank you again.
Merry Christmas,
Debora

Re: Houtz Family

mcspotter1404 — 2004-08-08 01:34:07Z

Irwin and Edward lived on RR 2 Missoula in 1953 do you know them. their mother was irene merriman houtz

Kenneth E Houtz obituary

puppup — 2003-10-26 12:53:16Z

Source: Reading Eagle, Reading , PA Aug. 31, 2003
Deceased: Houtz, Kenneth E
Age: 72
Birth date:
Birth place: Greble, PA
Death date: Aug. 30, 2003
Place of death: Lebanon, PA

For a copy of full obit send email to:
dactackm@jlink.net

No relation to the deceased

Anthony Houtz

mothercorky1 — 2004-03-21 23:48:31Z

I'm looking for info on Anthony Houtz. He was married to Elizabeth Gemberling who was the daughter of John Charles Gemberling. John Charles was the brother of my 5th g grandfather. We have a site on John Jacob Gemberling but would like to add the family history for John Charles Gemberling as well. Any takers?!

Florence Houtz

JKBorton — 2007-06-24 21:01:45Z

Seeking information on Florence Houtz b. 2 Feb 1888. She was living in Indianapolis, IN circa 1906 where she gave birth to my grandmother Elizabeth, who was said to be named for Florence's mother. I have no clue as to whatever became of Florence. Any help would be most appreciated.

FYI - John Houtz in Perry Co. PA - 1846

MarciaFronk — 2006-06-29 19:18:12Z

I have an order of sale of land dated November 1846 for a John HOUTZ, deceased, in Greenwood Twp. Perry Co. PA. Administrator for the deceased is Abraham GRUBB. The sale was for 25 acres in the above township. My ancestor Frederick FRONK made a bid to purchase but was unable to pay. There is no other information on John Houtz or family in this order of sale. I actually mistook HOUTZ for PFOUTZ, a family which a FRONK married into.

Hope this helps someone,

Marcia Fronk

Re: FYI - John Houtz in Perry Co. PA - 1846

MarciaFronk — 2006-06-29 19:18:12Z

Lisa,
The bill of sale was recorded in Book C of the Perry County Orphan's Court November Term 1843. I came across it at the Perry County Historians when looking into records for Frederick Fronk. The Perry County Historians have the Orphan's Court records on micro film.
John Houtz dies intestate and the land is being sold to pay debts. Abraham Grubb Adm.
The date of the sale was Friday Oct. 27th, 1843
Hope this will help.

Re: Houtz Name Origin

ljgprdu52 — 2003-11-08 19:27:21Z

Anne, do you have a copy of the will fo Philip Lorentz Houtz in 1796 Culberland Co. PA? Does it mention Elizabeth, wife of John Frederick Heffelfinger who was married 1781-9? Thanks for your time. Jane Germann

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

tigersue01 — 2007-08-24 01:44:11Z

Thanks so much. Next time I'm up that way (my parents still live there) I'll take your directions and go in search.
Again, thank you.

Re: Houtz Graves-Salem, Virginia

tigersue01 — 2007-08-22 16:04:12Z

I would be interested in knowing where this cemetary is. My ggrandmother was a Gish from Daleville. I know there are a large number of Gish's in Sherwood cemetary and some in Mountain View in Vinton, but did not know of this smaller one.

William Houtz

mommomtwo — 2006-01-08 19:13:39Z

Looking for information on William Houtz, b. Penna, ca 1814/1816; married to Rebecca ? Had childrenn:Emma. John , Edith, William, Edward and another
child, a daughter. These children were born in Indiana and Maryland. Father William, a stairbuilder & mother
Rebecca, a dressmaker.

Thank you and God bless - Anne

Re: Henry Houtz

mommomtwo — 2005-03-13 00:07:15Z

Would like to know parentage of WILLIAM HOUTZ, please.
Thank you -Anne

Clarence Houtz 269

jwoofter1 — 2005-10-10 20:51:06Z

I am trying to locate the parents of Clarance Houtz who married Madeleine Woofter on 20 Mar 1912. I also would appreciate birth and death dates and locations

Houtz/McCardle & Miller families in Huntingdon county,PA

PamRichmond75 — 2004-09-15 04:01:41Z

Looking for any information on a woman named Nannie Ann Houtz. She was born Oct. 13, 1889 and died June 24, 1968. Also looking for info on a Nancy Ann Houtz who was born April 18,1887 and died Dec. ? 1962 in PA. Both of these ladies were born, reared, and died in PA. Huntingdon county is a very likely county but the twps may vary. One lady is said to have resided in Petersburg. I am a cousin of these gals through the McCardle side of their family. John Curtin McCardle was my Ggrandmother Julia McCardle Vaughn's twin brother. John C. was Nancy's "father'. She is also mentioned in his household along with he and his wfie in the 1900 census as John C.'s neice. Soon afterward she is also tied with the surname Miller. We are trying to get this story straight for our records. Anyone out there who can help clear up this old family mystery?
HELP PLEASE.........................................
Pam Vaughn Richmond

Houtz-Heffelfinger

JaneGermann51 — 2003-10-01 16:49:35Z

Does anyone have documentation of the marriage of John Frederick Heffelfinger to Elizabeth Houtz, dau. of Philip Lorentz Houtz and Anna Maria Mueller Houtz? This could be in Bethel Twp. Lebanon Co.PA or Hopewell Twp. Cumberland Co. PA .

Verna Houtz

ecrocke9 — 2004-10-02 01:00:21Z

Looking for any info on Verna Houtz who married Ibra Martin Fair in Huntingdon PA 1903/1904ish (and any info on the rest of the family). Verna's sister Ruth was maid of honor, and their mother at that time was Mrs. William Orner but I don't know her first name or the name of the girl's real father. I believe they were living in Petersburg at that time and moved to Altoona after the wedding.