Opdyke - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

David OPDYKE's wives

227531 — 2 Jul 2001 9:03:20 GMT

Seeking info on Rebecca REEDER or DUNGAN, DO's 1st
wife. She died in IN ABT 1840-5. My question here is
about her surname which is R in one source and D in another.They
had 2 sons and 2 dau, all b in IN.
David's 2nd wife was Susan GRAY; in 1850 they're living in Eel River
twsp, Allen County, IN. Later they moved to Fort Wayne where 4 more dau were born.
Susan died ABT 1875-80 and David moved out with one of the dau in NEB. He died in Osmond, NEB
in 1888.
I wonder if any further info about Susan and Rebecca is in the Op Dyck Genealogy; or is anybody out there with knowledge
about this people? My research is for my mother-in-law who's a direct descendant from Eva-Ann, one of the youngest OPDICKE girls.
Thank-you very much
Elena Gasper
Fairbury, NEB

J. E. Opdyke

jlashaw — 25 Jan 2008 11:38:18 GMT

This is the father of my great-great aunt. Do you know anything more about him?

Opdycke Cemetery in NJ

sweetsue63 — 11 Jun 2005 2:20:52 GMT

Can someone tell me where the Opdycke Cemetery is located in Hunterdon County, NJ. My 3 great grandfather, Daniel Carrell who married Elizabeth Arnwine is buried there and we plan to make a trip to NJ this spring. If you can't give me that information, can you tell me where I could find it? Would the county have a record of all cemeteries, even old family cemeteries?
Susan Pena

Colonel Opdyke in Civil War

MaryJoWillis44 — 30 Jul 2006 10:32:25 GMT

A soldier from Fairview, Fulton County, ILLINOIS wrote to his relatives about his Colonal Opdyke. Is there a way to find a listing of the Generals, Colonels and Captains of the various troops? Does anyone have him in your genealogy?

David Opdyke and Aurella Ann Kirk

deborahguinther — 2 Jan 2005 2:07:35 GMT

Hi,
Aurella is our cousin. This couple married in 1882 in Shasta County, CA. They are buried in Burney, Shasta County, CA. We recently visited the cemetery. We have headstone photos, but the headstones are without dates and the cemetery records are blank as well. According to the census records that I have found, David was born about 1859 in Illinois. I have lots of in on Aurella. According to the census records of 1910, they adopted a son, John. Looking for birth and death dates on this couple and any other children.
Thank you,
Deborah

Lasher,Opdyke, Updyke, Lisbee. Peacock

Hattie — 31 Aug 2001 2:42:41 GMT

The Opdyke American Descendents of Wesl and Holland by Charles Wilson Opdyke A family genealogy states that Unknown Peacock married Elinor Opdyke daughter of William and Mary Lasher Opdyke.
That work gives the children as Helen b 1848 d 1875, MaryE. 1843 d 1878, and Susan Amelia b 1840. married Lealand Bartlettt
Desc of Robert Burdick of Rhode Island by Nellie Johnson says that William Updyke married Mary Elizabeth Lisbee and has Susan Amelia who married Lealand Bartlett, Mary Elizabeth who maried in NEw York Ambrose Peacock and Elinor who married Elmer Wand
The death certificate of Harvey Peacock supports the Burdick marriage of Ambrose ot Mary Updyke. Can any one tell me who was the mother of Susan, Mary and Elinor?? or any more information relating to this family and how did William spell his name?Thanks Hattie

GEORGE W. OPDYKE m. JENNIE KIMBALL - who's George W. was he?

munkica — 8 Apr 2006 2:09:23 GMT

Iowa Marriages, 1851-1900, shows GEORGE W. OPDYKE m. JENNIE KIMBALL in Muscatine County, Iowa, 13 JUL 1875.
Jennie was the widow of Leonard Kimball, and had children. from that previous marriage. Jennie (nee Gressley) Opdyke had one child by George W. Opdyke in 1876, born in Illinois. And by 1880, George has disappeared from the family, and although Jennie is not listed as a Widow in the census, she apparently married a third time later that year (to William H Porter) in Aurora, Hamilton, Nebraska.

I can't seem to find a GEORGE W. OPDYKE in the Op Dyke genealogy, or anywhere else, born about 1840 ± 20 years, (Jennie was born 1841) who isn't already 'taken'. Anyone have a George who links up?

Chapter "R" Bucks County, PA Opdyke's

brenda opdyke — 9 Apr 2004 1:11:32 GMT

I have complete genealogy for descendants of William Opdyke branch of Bucks County, PA., Chapter "R" Opdycke Genealogy Book

Opdyke & Robertson marriage

Theressa — 15 Dec 2005 12:44:43 GMT

The following was found in The History of New Jersey, by JOHN O. RAUM, Vol. 1, As a footnote on page 292, Published by John E. Potter and Co. 617 Samsom St., Philadelphia. “Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1877, by John O. Raum, In the Office of the Librarian of Congress at Washington.”

“*The following is a copy of a certificate given by Governor Franklin: By His Excellency William Franklin, Esq., Captain-General and Governor in Chief and over His Majesty’s Province of New Jersey and Territories thereon depending in America.
To the minister or justice of the peace:
Whereas, by a mutual Purpose of Marriage between Samuel Opdyke of the Township of Amwell, and County of Hunterdon, of the one Party, and Susannah Robertson, of the same place of the other Party, of which they have desired my License, and have given Bond, upon condition that neither of them have any lawful Let or Impediment, Pre-Contract, Affinity, or Consanguinity, to their being joined in Holy Bands of Matrimony, and then to pronounce them Man and Wife.
Given under my Hand and Praerogative/Prsergative/Prerogative* Seal, at Burlington, the Seventh Day of December, in the Sixteenth Year of the Reign of our Sovereign Lord GEORGE the Third, by the Grace of GOD of Great-Britain, France and Ireland, King, Defender of the Faith, &c. Annoque Domini One Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy-Five. Entered in the Registry of Praerogative* Office.
Signed: Wm. Franklin"

* There is a figure connected to the e in Pre of this word that looks like an a or s. The word is not found in spell check or the Thesaurus.

Johannes Opdyck's daughter?

kristynelson26 — 2 Nov 2005 2:17:08 GMT

Does anyone know if Johannes Opdyck had a daughter named Agnes who married William Critchfield? I can't find her name in the Opdyck book.

Thanks,
Kristy

Henry Opdyke in Bellbrook, OHIO

Laurel Benner — 14 Oct 2005 12:05:47 GMT

We have 2 Homes built and occupied by Henry Opdyke married to Catherine Cummins. Both homes are threatened by DEVELOPERS, although, so far - so good, no demolition as of 10-10-05. I am looking for an interested family member to give us any more information than what I have found and previous people have found connected to Bellbrook and Centerville Historical Societies, here in OHIO. Henry was a Miller, Co-founded our town in 1816, and died when a maddock fell on his head while helping his neighbor dig their well in January, 1825. I have had very good response from one source "LOIS V." whom gave me enough for the council meeting to make a statement of Henry and Catherine's roots; a living family member will be nice to meet. Henry and Catherine are not such a mystery to us although why they decided to come to the Northwest Territory and leave Hunterdon County in Bethlehem, New Jersey behind, would be an interesting subject. Please contact us at BellbrookHistory@woh.rr.com
Bellbrook and Sugarcreek Historical Society
12 South West St.
Bellbrook, OHIO 45305
Thankyou !

Opdyke: Nellie, Maria, Charles, Charity, Nathan, Eleanor- Seneca Co, NY

mwoznick — 30 Sep 2005 12:52:44 GMT

Researching the Updyke/Updike/Opdyke line from Seneca County, New York:

Charity (Updike) Pearl (181-1916) married John Pearl (1825-1858) in Seneca County, New York and had 3 girls: Elenora, Fanny and Cora Pearl. Two daughters married into the Pontius family while Fanny/Fannie married Abner Stahl.

Charity 68, is listed with siblings Maria 65 and Charles H. 66 in the 1900 Seneca County, Fayette census; Another Charles H. Updyke, age 38, is listed living next door with his family.

In the 1880 census she was with mother Nellie Updike 73 and sister Elearta (?) 44;

and in 1860, Charity was living with Eleanora Opdyke age 52 (unk relation), Maria Opdyke 25, Nathan N. Opdyke 23, and Charity 29 is there with her 3 daughters.

I'm trying to find additional relatives & determine the relationship between Charity Updyke and Eleanora - who is the age to reasonably be a mother or aunt...and if this is her mother, then who is Nellie? I have no real proof of her parents other than the census info above, though I'm still looking.

Would love to share info & photos with anyone researching this line. Mwoz_gen@msn.com

Mary Opdyke

r_grubaugh — 28 Aug 2001 4:55:11 GMT

Searching for the family tie to Opdyke side of our tree.
Mary Opdyke
b.?
d.?
d/o.?
m. David Van Syckel,in 1800
b.1717, Hunterdon Co.NJ
d. Somerville,Somerset Co. NJ
also:
Catharine Opdyke
b. 11 Aug 1762
d. 9 Sep 1851, Hunterdon Co., NJ
d/o George Opduke
m. Aaron Van Syckel
abt. 1785, Hunterdon C0., NJ

It has been suggested these two women might be sisters.

Margaret Opdyke
b. Valley Station
d. 26 Mar 1872, Tetusville, PA
d/o Benjamin Opdyke
m. Samuel Van Syckel
b. 9 Jan 1813, Hunterdon Co. NJ
m. 3 May 1836, Littleyork, Hunterdon Co. NJ

Any thread that would help link these lovely women with their family ties would be welcome.
I am trying to find Mary's children names
Mary's birth date, place of birth
her death date.
Possible other spouses.
The children I have are some listed prior to m. to David VS.
Thank you.
The e-mail address above is incorrect.
Bobi4kids@aol.com

Opdyke in Lansing and Flint Michigan

Cindy Lowe — 12 Apr 2005 4:54:38 GMT

Re: Family members

Sandy Opdyke — 19 May 2000 8:52:40 GMT

I was just starting a family tree and need to know more about people in my family. I have never met anyone on this side of the family before,so I am hoping that i can find some people to help me get it started that are possibly related to me. My pap was originally from New Jersey,his name is Mellville Opdyke with one son who is my dad Charles Opdyke. I would appreciate any information anyone can give me. I am living at home yet but i graduate this year,my name is sandy and i have 1 brother his name is steve. Thank you for your time and if you would like to help me please let me now.
Sandy Opdyke

George OPDYKE, Tullytown, Pennsylvania, dies 1888

metaphor — 28 Aug 2004 12:12:18 GMT

Bucks County Gazette (Bristol, Pennsylvania) > 1888 > September > 6

George OPDYKE, a prominent citizen of Tullytown, died last Friday of cancer of the larynx. He was buried in the Episcopal graveyard at Bristol on Tuesday.

Looking for Lynn Opdyke from Cresskill NJ

Trent M. — 8 Aug 2004 6:44:20 GMT

I'm looking for Lynn or Chris to find their younger brother Nick who I lost track of back in the 80's.
Thanks,
Trent

Looking for Jennifer Opdyke

Kathy — 24 Feb 2001 3:27:01 GMT

Jennifer Opdyke,you might be married now with a different last name. You are probably in your twenties. Once lived in Bergen County, New Jersey. You were raised by your dad as your mom left. Your mom went on to have another daughter, so you have a 19 year old sister who would like to meet you. She is a wonderful girl and she too was left by your mom. I am her Aunt and if you read this or anyone has knowledge of where to find Jennifer so that we could make contact it would be greatly appreciated.

Op dyck/ Updike Genealogy book

Craig Reekie — 23 Oct 2000 4:16:51 GMT

I have two sources for Charles Wilson Opdyke's book from 1889 including a CD version. I can be reached at reekie@prodigy.net

Looking for BRUCE ALAN OPDYKE

Jill — 30 Mar 2001 1:48:52 GMT

If anyone has any information on Bruce Alan Opdyke I would be absolutely thrilled. His last known address was in Salinas, Ca. I believe he has a sister named Marie and another relative,possibly (but not positive) a female in her twenties named Jennifer Spafford. I have his social security number and date of birth if anyone has any info or knows how I might find his location. I would love to talk to him. Thank You. Jill Foxy1er@aol.com

Looking for....

Lindsay Opdyke — 30 May 2003 2:39:59 GMT

Descendants from Allison D. Opdyke of Seattle, this is my great, great grandfather. And I would like to know more about my family tree.

Opdycke/Smith NJ

RLShoemaker — 27 May 2003 3:40:46 GMT

Hi,
Looking for someone who might have a photo of any Opdycke family members in NJ circa 1800's. I have a photo of my gggrandfather Theodore S Dalrymple, I believe his mother was Catharine Opdycke, wife of Aaron Dalrymple, daughter of Benjamin, gr-daughter of Joshua Opdycke, NJ. Would especially like to find a picture of Catharine. Aaron Dalrymple was Theodores step-father, he changed his name to Jackson Smith, stating it was his "real" name. Any help in making these connections is appreciated!

1912: Henry Westwood m. Ida Opdyke

JLBURKET — 25 Mar 2003 10:42:50 GMT

Note: I have a copy of this page of the marriage register for only one set of the names on it. However, I hated to see the rest of the information “go to waste,” so I’m posting it out here in the event that it may prove useful to someone else.

Marriage Register, New Castle county, Delaware
1912 - page 155
Register Entry #: 66620
Groom: Henry Westwood
Age: 21
Nation/state: Pa.
Residence: North Wales, Pa.
Occupation: Florist
Bride: Ida Opdyke
Age: 18
Nation/state: Pa.
Residence: North Wales, Pa.
Groom’s parents: John/Mary Sell
Bride’s parents: Cooper/Emma Croutherer
Date of marriage: June 1, 1912
Person solemnizing marriage: G. L. Wolfe
Date of registration: June 30, 1912

3rd son of Johannes

Bob Updyke — 17 Dec 2002 5:42:47 GMT

I am in contact with a lady, who is decended from John Updike b 1718 d 1802. She states htat his father (also John Updike) was the 3rd son of Johannes.

OPDYCKE Family Webring

Jack Mount — 6 Mar 2002 7:08:54 GMT

I have established the "OPDYCKE Family Webring" for pages about Opdycke/Opdyke family genealogy and family history. If you have a webpage with Opdycke/Opdyke family genealogical information or family history, you are invited to join. Surnames spelled Op Den Dyck, Opdyck, Updike, and Updyke are also welcome. Go here to join and view ring members: http://H.webring.com/hub?ring=opdyckefamilyweb&id=2&...

- Jack Mount
mountj@u.library.arizona.edu

Opdycke, Opdyke, Opdyk, Opdike, Updike, Charity

VIUHKOLA — 14 Sep 2001 5:43:36 GMT

I must admit that this line is totally fasinating.
Due to the many different spelling of the surname.
Charity Opdycke, born May 20, 1802,
daughter of Peter Updike (Opdyke)and Hannah Luce.
Married Hamilton Major on June 14, 1822 in Darke Co, Ohio.
They had 10 children. Margaret Jane Major born
January 14, 1883, St. Mary's, Auglaize Co, Ohio.
Married Stephen Stewart Osborn on March 9, 1854 in
Blakesburg, Wapello Co., Iowa, Book B. They had 7
children.

Would love to hear from other Opdyke, Major and Osborn
researchers.
Respectfully
Carylon (Osborn)Viuhkola
viuhkola@transport.com

Opdyke, Edmund

larhew366 — 7 Sep 2001 6:51:39 GMT

I am searching for more information about my great-grandfather, Edmund Opdyke. He married Anna Burwell and to the best of my knowledge he had the following siblings, John, (John E. I believe), Mary Opdyke and Mary married a man with the surname of Heldman, Lydia who married a Mr. Baker, Al, Jess, and Sig (Samuel Sigel, I believe). We have been told that Edmund's parents were Samuel Opdyke married to Elizabeth Owens, and Samuel's parents were Amos Opdyke married to Rebecca Bellin. I have no dates of birth or death on any of these people. I would appreciate any help. I have penciled in a date of 1848 for Edmund's birth and he probably married Anna Burwell in late 1869 or 1870, but I am not positive. I think he passed away in about 1930.

Any Suggestions?

nbraches — 7 Sep 2001 10:51:07 GMT

Print Message
I have listed my line and would appreciate any imput, corrections or suggestions. I've only been working on this for 3 weeks but feel this is pretty accurate. All comments are appreciated :)

Father,Charles Updike,1934 – 1998 Wife Gertrude Warfle

Grandfather, David Hiles Updike,1910 – 1977 Luella Unknown

Great Grandfather, Edgar Emmet Updike,1875 – 1922, Lena Baker

2G Grandfather,George Emmet Updike,1849 - ????Gertrude Predmore

3Gt Grandfather, Almon Updyke, 1825 - ????, Polly Ann Dimmick

4G Grandfather, Abraham Updyke, Jr. 1782 – 1846, Anna Wortman

5G Grandfather,Abraham Updyke, Sr.,1752 – 1827, Jane Vandervort

6G Grandfather, John Updike,1708 – 1790 Mary Bagraw

7G Grandfather, Lawrence Opdyck, 1675 – 1742 Unknown

8G Grandfather, Johannes Lourensen Opdyck, 1650 – 1728/29 Unknown

9G Grandfather, Louris Jansen Opdyck. 1606 – 1659 Christina Pieters

10G Grandfather, Jan Dericsen OpDijk 1590 – 1652 Unknown

11G Grandfather, Deric Jansen Op Dijk 1565 – 1651 Elsken Mensen

12G Grandfather, Jan Op Dijk 1540 - ???? Unknown

Opdycke in New Jersey/Delaware/Pennsylvania

Rogers61844 — 5 May 2002 5:49:57 GMT

My latest information on the Opdyckes in my line: Jonas Opdycke married Ellen Gaston on April 2, 1865. Their children were William (1867), John (1870) and Ellen (1873). Jonas and Ellen were married in West Hoboken by a Catholic Priest, and they continued to live there for several years. Jonas's parents were James and Sarah Opdycke. Ellen's parents were Edward and Mary Gaston. Jonas was born in Delaware and Mary Gaston in Pennsylvania. Does this ring a bell with anyone?

Opdyke, Il

NDorwart — 31 Jul 2001 11:36:10 GMT

Any history on Opdyke Illinois?

Opdykes in Illinois and Indiana

NDorwart — 31 Jul 2001 11:29:34 GMT

Searching for info, my ggrandfather Frank Opdyke, b 1885 in Evansville, son of FH Opdyke and Hettie Tighe Opdyke. Married in 1904 to Bessie Hartwell, moved to W Frankfort in 1905 and had 2 sons, Frank Jr in 1908 and Jack in 1919. Frank Jr married Doris Henley in 1929 and moved to Des Moines in 1932. Any info?

Jonas Opdyke/Ellen Gaston

Bob Rogers — 19 Jul 2001 3:28:26 GMT

I seek information about Jonas Opdyke who married Ellen Gaston in about 1864 in West Hoboken, NJ. They were married by a Catholic Priest in the Church and had at least three children - William abt. 1865; unknown first name male child, 1867; and Anna Elizabeth, 1873. Anna is my great-grandmother. Anna is listed in 1892 as Updike.

LAND: Partition records Mercer co OH 1847 for Peter Opdyke

pshelton2 — 15 Feb 2003 8:34:22 GMT

Opdyke - NJ

BKochanskyj3922 — 28 Jun 2001 12:40:06 GMT

I am researching Silas H. Opdyke who married Sarah Celeste Jones (b. 1854). Lived in JErsey City. His occupation was Fireman in 1889-1890 directory. Any information?

Rueben Fox Opdyke

BJOpdyke — 27 Jan 2002 9:31:57 GMT

Looking for father of Rueben Fox Opdyke 3/1/1846-1891, m. Caroline Rohr , children Mary Elizabeth 4/4/1875, Jacob Henry 7/13/1878, Rueben 12/2/1880, Emma Janet 10/26/1883, Daniel Arthur 4/8/1886, Mabel Viola 4/26/1889, Lucretia (Goettel) 7/3/1892.

Jane Opdyke Curtis, daughter of Benjamin of Hunterdon Co.

Lois Volence — 6 Apr 2001 8:48:38 GMT

Rebecca Opdyke

David W. Opdyke — 3 Feb 2001 11:03:26 GMT

Looking for information on Rebecca Opdyke. All I have so far is that she was born in 1825 and married Wilson Holcombe Snook on December 14, 1843. Wud appreciate info on her parents and offspring.

Agnes, John, Edna Opdyke

tgatlin0193 — 30 Jun 2001 3:25:09 GMT

Hi,
I'm looking for information on the family who raised my uncle Eddie Halvorsen. Agnes Opdyke was the mother, and John and Edna were, I believe, her children. Don't know what the father's name was. Eddie was born in 1914 and went to live with the Opdykes around 1916. Agnes was probably his aunt. Can anyone help, please? Thanks, Tommi

Orwin James Opdyke

SheriHardesty — 27 May 2002 5:01:45 GMT

Orwin James Opdyke born May 19, 1923 in Colorado Springs Colorado to Wilma Jane And Orwin Osborne Opdyke was laid to rest in Colorado Spring Colorado at the Evergreen Cemetary on September 30, 2000. OJ also know as Jim lived May 19,1923-September 22, 2000 he is survived byhis wife Mary Elaine and children Mary Jane of S.Carolina, Terry of CO,Sheri,Jake,Matt,Amanda,Colleen all of Ca. Gone from this earth but not forgotten

help please

Kimberly Opdyke — 1 Nov 2000 7:25:39 GMT

I am trying to find out about my family. My great grandfather was adopted into the Opdyke family (his name was Arthur Opdyke Sr.) he lived in deleware township in nj
if any one can tell me anything about him or the Opdykes that adopted him please email me thank you

Opdyke> Hunterdon Co., NJ

Janice Baker — 22 Sep 1999 12:43:39 GMT

I'm a Pegg family researcher and found the following connections. Can anyone elaborate on the Opdyke(s) listed here?
"Some Early Records of Hunterdon Co, NJ, 1701-1838" by D'Autrechey. From Book I of Partitions, (This volume is a record of the decisions made by court appointed commissioners delagated to determine the division or partition of lands...) "pg. 392. Samuel Buchanan-60 acres - Raritan. The homestead subject to the use of the widow, Margaret. Children: Catherine, w/o John P. Yawger; Jane, w/o Asher Fulper; Samuel and Jacob Buchanan had already received their portions from their father, Samuel, in his lifetime. The remaining heirs to receive 1/6th of the homestead: Mathias Buchanan; Mary Henry; Ann, w/o Isaiah Mathews; Elizabeth, w/o Tunis Hummer; Sarah, w/o Samuel Barrick Sr.; grandchildren; Mahlon, Jesse and John Pegg -Raritan (children and heirs of Margaret and Daniel Pegg, dec'd); and John P. Yawger who claims by purchase from Lawrence Opdyke who was the son of said Margaret, deceased daughter of Samuel Buchanan, by her marriage to Lawrence Opdyke, dec'd after the death of Daniel Pegg. 29 Sept. 1855."

Jack B. Opdycke

Maureen Cummins — 18 May 2000 6:52:39 GMT

I am looking for any information about Jack B. Opdycke
who lived at various addresses in Brooklyn and Manhattan
during the years 1906 - 1908.
At this time he would have been approximately
30 - 40 years old, and was an English teacher
at several boys' schools including Poly Prep
in Brooklyn.

Harry B. Opdyke

Bobbi Grasiewicz — 8 Jul 1999 8:44:09 GMT

I'm looking for any information on my great-grandfather Harry B. Opdyke, born in Birmingham. The only other information I have about him is that he married a Mary Kalmbaugh (born May 26, 1883, in Germany) and had one child, Helen Opdyke (born November 1, 1916 in Pontiac, Michigan).

Johannes Lawrenson OPDYCK in NY NJ ca. 1651-1729

Jack Mount — 27 Apr 1999 5:36:10 GMT

Seeking the maiden name of Tryntie "Catherine", the wife of Johannes Lawrenson OPDYCK (1651-1729). they resided in Newtown, Long Island, NY, and then in Hopewell, Hunterdon Co. [now Mercer Co.], NJ. My OPDYCKE Web page is at: http://dizzy.library.arizona.edu/users/mount/opdycke.html
My e-mail address is: mount@bird.library.arizona.edu

Albert OPDYCK in NJ ca. 1685-1752

Jack Mount — 27 Apr 1999 5:31:06 GMT

Seeking the maiden name of Elizabeth, the wife of Albert OPDYCK (1685-1752). They resided in Hopewell & Maidenhead Twsps., Hunterdon Co. [now Mercer Co.], NJ. My OPDYCKE Web page is at: http://dizzy.library.arizona.edu/users/mount/opdycke.html
My e-mail address is: mount@bird.library.arizona.edu