Rockwell - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: CORNELIA ROCKWELL GARDINER, HADLEY, NY

anitadingman1 — 2009-11-07 14:19:24Z

I have a new email address. It is anitadingman22@hotmail.com If anyone has any info on Jeremy Rockwell's descendents. please e-mail me.

Re: Albert Rockwell/Julia Ann Rabedew/Robidou/Robideau/ etc.

wwiebke1 — 2009-08-21 17:32:06Z

Julie
I have Albert Rockwell as dieing in Ca in 1932 buried in Rose Hill cemetery

Re: nancy rockwell

KenRockwell86 — 2009-08-11 22:43:49Z

We'd need a little more information, such as names, dates, and places, to pursue this. Was Nancy the one you mentioned who died a few years ago? Did you have any other names?
You mention a relative named "Bunny." Would this be Bunnie McKenzie, who has posted queries before regarding a David W. Rockwell in 19th century Colorado? Feel free to contact me at my e-mail address, kwrockwell@yahoo.com

nancy rockwell

mzpink1 — 2009-08-11 18:49:13Z

i am looking for my husbands mothers side of the family. i know she had 4 children, 3 boys and 1 girl. i also know that she has passed away, i do believe in 2002 or 2003. she has a sister in colorado, her name is bunny (not sure if it is spelled correctly) any information would be great! thanks in advance

Thomas Rockwell of Arena, Wisconsin

KenRockwell86 — 2009-07-28 13:23:29Z

There is a current discussion on this Forum about David William Rockwell, who married Jane Ingram and later settled in Colorado. Mark Rockwell and I are brainstorming on possible leads. Since Jane's sister Catharine married a Thomas Rockwell, he is surely a kinsman of David, though not necessarily a brother. Some of his children went to Colorado as well. Any descendants of Thomas and Catharine who may be online these days, please weigh in with your documentation on Thomas and family, as it may contribute to a solution. Besides this Forum, you may also contact me directly.

Re: Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

claire7542 — 2009-07-25 03:00:04Z

Regarding Jane and Catherine (Ingram) being sisters, I have a photocopy of a page from the Ingram bible, and I believe that is the source of my information. Unfortunatly I'm not where the bulk of my documentation is, so I can't check. Also, the Death Notice I have for Elizabeth Van Meter/Ingram D.W. Rockwell is identified as her (Elizabeth) son-in-law. David's Obit does not list his age.

Re: Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

MarkRockwell1630 — 2009-07-24 12:32:17Z

That's good information - thanks. Ken Rockwell and I are planning on publishing an upcoming article in the Rockwell Family Foundation Newsletter on some theories on the possible identity of your David William Rockwell. In the meantime, if you can locate the source of the information for his exact date of birth (possibly an exact age at death from a cemetery record, or a Bible record?), that would be helpful. Also, if you have evidence that the wife of David William's supposed brother Thomas was indeed the sister of Elizabeth Jane Ingram, I'd be interested in that.
Thanks.
Mark

Re: Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

claire7542 — 2009-07-24 01:54:25Z

correcion to last posting...The Death/Funeral noitice was for David Rockwell's mother-in-law Elizabeth Van Meter Ingram.

Re: Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

claire7542 — 2009-07-24 01:52:16Z

I found a death/funeral notice for David Rockwell that referred to Mr. D.W. Rockwell.

Re: Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

claire7542 — 2009-07-23 01:44:58Z

Hi Mark, this is Julie Cornell, we've talked about this line in the past. Wish I had more information. My mother was my original source of his name and date of birth.

You may remember that I had DNA testing done on a male relative who carries the Rockwell name. I am told that based on that DNA test that he does NOT relate to the CN Rockwells. It's very frustrating to me that so many people assume that David and Thomas Rockwell are bothers since they married Ingrum sisters (David - Jane and Thomas - Catherine). Either they were not related or the ancestral information on Thomas is not correct.

The first time I am sure I have correct information is after he surfaced in Central City, Gilpin Co., CO in the 1870 Federal Census. He is referred to as David, David W. or DW on different sources. Even his state of birth is inconsistent, Ohio, Iowa, NY have been used.

If you have any ideas on where I can look I would be happy to have them.

Re: Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

Mark_S_Rockwell — 2009-07-22 21:25:20Z

I've looked into this family over the years. Can you tell me the source of your information that his full name was David William Rockwell, or is that simply an assumption based on the name of a descendant? Also, can you tell me the source record for his exact date of birth being 5 Nov 1833 as claimed by some descendants?
Thanks.
Mark Rockwell

Albert Rockwell/Julia Ann Rabedew/Robidou/Robideau/ etc.

claire7542 — 2009-07-15 19:00:10Z

Albert Lincoln Rockwell b. 1869 WI and Julia Ann Rabedew b. 1872 in Illinois had the following children:
Albert b. 1890 CO (died young)
Elva b. 1893 CO
Hazel Eldora b. 1895 CO
Theodore Marion b. 1898 CO
David William b. 1900 CO
Francis Newton b. 1901 CO
Carrie Myrtle b. 1906 CO
Geraldine Grace b. 1909 CO
Died Young f. b. 1912 in CA
If you have any information on these people, I have information to share.

Rockwell/Ingram NY IA CO ID

claire7542 — 2009-07-15 18:48:27Z

David William Rockwell b. 1833 in NY d. 1891 in Denver, CO and Jane Elizabeth Ingram b. 1838 d. 1915 in ID
Cilidren:
James M. b. 1855 WI
William H. b. 1857 WI
Francis b. 1859 WI
George b. 1863 IA
Lee Andrew / Leander b. 1865 CO
Albert Lincoln b. 1869 CO
Rose Helen b. CO
Eliza b. 1874
Adda E. b. 1877
Any information on the above individuals would be appreciated.

Re: Orrin Rockwell

esmiley2005 — 2009-06-24 03:18:29Z

Hello, Saw the postings from 10 years ago and hoped you still had the same email. Just started reading about Orrin Porter Rockwell who was born 1813 in Mass.I have a dead end in my 3rd great grandmother. Mary Rockwell. B. 1814 in Penn.Died 1854 in Ill. She married Aurelius Barney. Do you have a family tree? I was wondering if they were cousins or even siblings?
Thank you for any answer.
Eileen

Marion Rockwell, age 84, daughter of ,Charles and Sarah Bourne.

KENNELLYMARKA — 2009-06-12 15:25:03Z

Marion “Nana” Rockwell
Marion “Nana” Rockwell, age 84,
joined her eternal family on May 13, 2009. She passed due to complications following heart surgery. She was the oldest daughter of the late Charles and Sarah Bourne. Marion was the beloved wife of the late Harold “Rocky” Rockwell, Sr. and sister to the late Hughes Bourne.
She graduated from Strong Vincent High School and married Rocky on March 17, 1945. “Miss Nana” as she was called in South Carolina, was Nana to everyone she met. She was loved, and will be missed by too many people to mention. She is survived by her four children, Dawn Young and husband Dennis of Summerville, S.C., Wendy Romanowicz and husband David “Woody” of Harborcreek, Debbie Kurt and husband Rick of Pleasant Prairie, Wisc. and Harold E. Rockwell, Jr. and wife Rhonda of Summerville, S.C.; two sisters, Kaye Franz of Tempe, Ariz. and Colleen Howard of Riverside, Calif.; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and her beloved canine companion Honey. Nana requested a private service for her family and close friends and will be laid to rest with her husband of 43 years. Memorial donations can be made to the Northwestern PA Humane Society, PO Box 3930, Erie, PA 16508. Nana is at peace and back home with her family, we will all miss her. To send condolences, visit www.dusckasfuneralhome.com.
Erie Times-News from 6/9 to 6/10/2009

Re: Rockwell's in Iowa, from New York

KenRockwell86 — 2009-06-01 18:48:03Z

Assuming you agree that your great-great-grandparents are the ones in Ponca, Nebraska, I encourage you to follow Mark Rockwell's advice. It may cost a few bucks for copies of the record, but the potential payoof is great. Depending on how much the informant knew about the decedant, such records may yield exact birth and death dates, location of each, and parents' names. If you know the exact date of death, provide it during your request, as it will surely help in locating the record. If you don't have it, at least give the year. I managed to find transcripts for their headstones in Ponca Cemetery; Albert's vital years are 1862-1936; his wife Elizabeth M's: 1868-1961.
A good match for Albert (who was 38 in 1900) is found in the 1880 census (free online at familysearch.org): an 18-year-old farm laborer of that name in Kane Township, Benton Co., Iowa, working for an elderly couple, Sylvanus and Theodosia Burton. I don't see any Yount families in the county, but this was only a snapshot of one point in time, and Albert may have moved on, eventually to encounter the Younts.
Best match I see in 1870 is an Albert, called 9 yrs old, son of a William and Adeline Rockwell in Hanover, Chautauqua Co., NY. I'll be quite interested to hear if the death record supports this identification. This family is in a genealogy I have compiled on the Rockwells descending from John Rockwell, a settler of Stamford, CT, in 1641. Let me know when you find out; my e-mail address is: kwrockwell@yahoo.com

Adonijah Rockwell

dakiroc21 — 2009-05-27 19:07:18Z

Adonijah Rockwell m: Sarah Newton,
Adonijah Rockwell b:1749 Colchester,Ct d:1820 Sheldon,Vt. m: 1799 Lebanon Vt. Linda Powell b:17 Jan 1760.
son Benjamin Rockwell 1783 Vt. m: Hannah Welch, in 1 Jul 1808 Franklin, Vt.
Son Joseph Rockwell b:1810 Broom,Quebec, Canada m: abt 1830 Mary Joyal, Had a dau. Hannah Welch Rockwell b: 1 Jan 1853 Broom, Quebec, Canada. d: 21 Apr 1897 Canada, m: abt 1875 James W Chase b:29 mar 1855 Georgia, Vt. d: 11 Jan 1890 Waldon, Vt. 2 sons Asro J Chase, Myrton B Chase b: abt 1880 Stowe, Vermont

Re: Rockwell's in Iowa, from New York

Mark_S_Rockwell — 2009-05-18 22:37:23Z

Your Albert Rockwell is found in the 1900, 1910, 1920, and 1930 censuses in Ponca, Dixon, Nebraska. I'd guess he probably died there, so have you searched for a death certificate, which likely names his parents?
Go to:
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/ced/decert.htm
to order Nebraska death certificates.

Mark Rockwell

Re: Joab Rockwell b.1768 and wife Imley of Brecksville

KMcArthur8525 — 2009-03-06 19:36:27Z

Hi,
Imley was not Joab's wife, but his brother. Joab's wife was Elizabeth Sprague. Joab died near Erie (I believe in Pennsylvania) on the way back from Ohio to New York, where they previously lived. His wife died within a day or two of him and they were both buried in that vicinity (according to family tradition.)
How are you connected to them? I am Joab's 4th great-granddaughter.
Kathy

Re: Susannah Rockwell, d/o Horace Rockwell and Elizabeth Lease

MarkRockwell1630 — 2008-03-06 19:06:11Z

I'm familiar with your Rockwell line which goes back to Josiah Rockwell who died in 1676. Although DNA testing has proven that Josiah is very closely related to William Rockwell and the Rockwells who lived in Fitzhead, England in the 1500s, no records have been found to make the exact connection. My book only covers the descendants of William Rockwell (1591-1640), but you're still welcome to it just the same, just let me know.
Mark Rockwell

Re: Susannah Rockwell, d/o Horace Rockwell and Elizabeth Lease

sueice1978 — 2008-03-09 03:02:19Z

i have been looking for members of the rockwell family
my grandpa name was thomas h rockwell he was born nov 17, 1925 his dad name was william ramsay rockwell i need to no william dad name if u can help plz email me at stormygirl78@msn.com

thank you sue

Re: Susannah Rockwell, d/o Horace Rockwell and Elizabeth Lease

dotleasedotlease — 2008-03-06 21:12:28Z

No, I don't have a copy. I don't know anything about the family, were they somehow related to Norma Rockwell? I imagine Elizabeth named her daughter after her mother Suannah (Fleak) Lease. What other children did they have? Was Horace a minister and of what religion? Where did they live all their lives? You can email me at dott114029@aol.com and off list and I will send you my address, what is the cost of the book?

Dottie

Re: Susannah Rockwell, d/o Horace Rockwell and Elizabeth Lease

dotleasedotlease — 2008-07-16 20:00:51Z

Re: Susannah Rockwell, d/o Horace Rockwell and Elizabeth Lease

JillianRockwell — 2008-07-16 19:03:20Z

I fall in the line of Willam R Rockwell, his son George W Rockwell, Charles, Gary. But while I was in indiana I saw a headstone that I couldn't relate 2 but i took a picture that is attached. It has Horace and Cora Rockwell and I was just curious if I could find a home for this picture.

I'm in search also of any information past thomas Jr. and Senior and if we are infact related to the Rockwell/Rockhold's from scotland. I'll keep doing my research :) but i would love to help as soon as i hear anything. GL with your family!

Elias Rockwell & Elizabeth Hangbaugh

dakiroc21 — 2008-10-28 03:37:42Z

Looking for info on any more children from Alias & Elizabeth Hangbaugh, I know of one child my great,great Grandfather, Cornelius Allen Rockwell, b19 Sep 1831 in Olive,New York,d:20 Nov 1892 in Kingston, New York. Looking For the Parents of Elizabeth Hangbaugh.

Re: James Bird Rockwell s/o William Henry Rockwell

dra1333 — 2009-01-29 01:56:52Z

CORRECTION to my posting earlier today: Joseph Rockwell (1740-1825) was James Bird Rockwell's great great grandfather. The lineage is: James Bird 8, William Henry 7, James 6, Joseph 5, Joseph 4 (above), Joseph 3, Joseph 2, John (of Stamford) 1. Apologies, D.R.A

Re: James Bird Rockwell s/o William Henry Rockwell

dra1333 — 2009-01-28 16:55:06Z

Yes, we have more information on James Bird Rockwell's ancestors and much of it is laid out in the 2005 genealogy by Kenneth W. Rockwell, The Rockwell Family of Fairfield County, Connecticut, and Beyond (kwrockwell@yahoo.com). James Bird's grandfather was James Rockwell who went to Ohio from Connecticut in 1817. His great grandfather was Joseph Rockwell (1740-1825), a cousin of Joseph Rockwell (1739?-1823) who went to Milton. Both Josephs were born and grew up in Wilton, married (within a week of each other) had children baptised there, and participated in the revolution. This has caused some confusion but during this period my Joseph was identified as Jr. and yours Sr. in the Wilton land records and some military records. After the revolution, Joesph Sr. moved on to New York state; he died in 1823 "in the 85th year of his life." Joesph Jr (aka Lt. Joseph) stayed in Wilton and died at 85 in 1825. Remarkable parallels!

Rockwells in Colorado-Idaho

claire7542 — 2009-04-07 23:16:17Z

Looking for info on Albert L. Rockwell born 07 1869 in WI, died 25 Aug, 1932. Married Julia Ann Rabedew.

Re: Parents of Thomas and David Rockwell

claire7542 — 2008-03-07 23:03:01Z

According to DNA testing of a male cousin who carries the Rockwell surname, David W. Rockwell b. 1833 d. 1891 does not go back to the CN Rockwells, therefore he cannot be the son of Thomas and Polly Rockwell who I believe does go back the CN Rockwells.

Numerous people have said that David W. Rockwell and Thomas were brothers and it seems to be taken as a given now. If anyone can show me how this can be, please let me know, because I have been trying to find the parents of David W. Rockwell for 20 years.

Re: Parents of Thomas and David Rockwell

claire7542 — 2008-03-23 22:08:23Z

Hi Ken,

I do have the obit, which is below:

"David W. Rockwell, one of the pioneers of Colorado, died at Denver on Wednesday. Mr. Rockwell had been sick for a year or more and was taken to Denver some weeks ago to see if the lower elevation would not benefit him. He came to Colorado in 1863, and lived at Central (city) until 1872 when he removed to Georgetown. He leaves a wife and nine children nearly all of whom are grown.

Georgetown Courier Saturday April 19, 1891, p. 3, col. 3."

My David Rockwell is not the David Rockwell is who the Judge. I have not found anything that would indicate that they were from the same family, although they were in the same local at the same time.

Please let me know if you find out anything about this line of the Rockwell Family.

Thanks,

Julie Cornell

Re: Parents of Thomas and David Rockwell

KenRockwell86 — 2008-03-07 23:38:37Z

If you ever find a male Rockwell descendant of Thomas, maybe he'd be willing to do the test. Then maybe it will show Thomas and David to be the same, albeit different from the Connecticut families. There could have been a later immigrant or a name change.
Have you ever found an obituary for either Thomas or David? It might give birthplace, relatives, even parental names?
By any chance do you live anywhere near Denver? When I was there for a conference last October, I was in the Denver Public Library for a short while, and they have a massive every-name card file for names in the major papers. Among the entries were several for Rockwells, including in Georgetown, where Thomas and David lived. Did either of them serve as a judge? There are several entries for "Judge Rockwell." If a prominent person like that, the obit ought to be full of data. I wish I'd had the time to follow through on this.
--Ken Rockwell

Justus Rockwell of Philadelphia, PA (1773-1848)

KenRockwell86 — 2009-02-13 14:33:47Z

I would be interested in corresponding with descendants of Justus Rockwell, a resident of Spring Garden, Philadelphia, in the early 19th century. Would particularly like to talk with the one who posted details on Ancestry.com's "One World Tree," including exact vital dates. Did this come from a family Bible or other such record? I may have a clue as to his parents and birthplace.

Thomas Rockwell family, Brooklyn, NY, 1850s-1870s.

KenRockwell86 — 2008-08-18 14:01:07Z

Thomas and Nancy Rockwell lived in Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, N.Y., in the late 19th century. They came from Norwalk, CT, where they had two children baptized at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. He may have married (2) Mary Grummond. I have heard rumors of Bible records for this family, but have been unable to find where they may have been published. I'd be interested in copies of this genealogical data for my book on the Rockwells. Only a few copies left, and it would be nice to get this data in before the next printing. I'd of course give credit to the contributor in the footnote for these records.
--Ken Rockwell

Martin and Abigail (Newman) Rockwell, Greene Co., NY

KenRockwell86 — 2008-08-18 13:54:51Z

Martin Rockwell (b. 1780) and wife Abigail (Newman) lived in Greene Co., N.Y., in the early 19th century. Not all of their children have been identified. I have heard rumors of Bible records for this family, but have been unable to find where they may have been published. I'd be interested in copies of this genealogical data for my book on the Rockwells. Only a few copies left, and it would be nice to get this data in before the next printing. I'd of course give credit to the contributor in the footnote for these records. --Ken Rockwell

Re: Looking for George Eli Rockwell

KenRockwell86 — 2008-08-18 13:48:41Z

If you could provide some dates and places for these people, it would be easier for someone to answer...

Re: Looking for George Eli Rockwell

RosalindSalbenblatt — 2008-08-19 15:19:34Z

I know George Eli Rockwell. This post has been taken care of. Thanks anyway.

John Samuel and Addie (Rockwell) Prough

redheadcowgirl49 — 2009-01-05 13:11:59Z

I am looking for any information on their children and her parents.
John Samuel Prough b. 25 Sept. 1857 in Middle Branch, Stark Co., Ohio, d 15 March 1935 in Hamilton, Caldwell Co., Missouri. He married Addie Rockwell 5 March 1884 in Caldwell Co., Missouti. Addie us buried in Hamilton cemetery, Caldwell Co., Missouri. I dont have her birth or death dates or her parents, siblings or any children she and John might have had. Any help will be greatly apprecieted.
Thanks,
Shirley

John E. Rockwell & Elizabeth Hawley family

UnaDughlas — 2009-02-06 00:52:59Z

I am working on a history of the Rockwell family of PQ, Canada and later of Albion NY and Hardwick VT. The particular line that I am researching is the Rockwell-Miles-Shatney line. I will be pleased to exchange photographs that might be helpful with anyone interested in the same research. [You may respond to me here, or directly to jdughlas@comcast.net]

Hiram Rockwell m. Eva Bagdon

Deb_Rockwell — 2008-07-10 19:23:27Z

Looking for information regarding this couple and their parents. I know of two children -
1) Annie May b. 24 May 1861 in Caribou, Maine d. 21 Apr 1945 in Patten, Maine. She m. Luther Shell Belmain
2) John Rockwell b. bef 1882 and m. Hattie Louise Elloit b. bef 1884 d. 5 Sept 1900 in Eaton, Maine.
If you have any information on John, Hiram, or Eva please let me know. I really want to know who Hiram's parents and Eva's parents were. Thank you!! :)

p.s. I have a note that Hiram was born in Woodstock, NB, Canada and Eva was born in Limestone, Maine.

Re: info needed on Josiah Rockwell

Deb_Rockwell — 2008-07-10 18:50:24Z

I don't know if this will help you at all but I came across this website while I was researching the Rockwells in my husband's family tree. http://familytreemaker.genealogy.com/users/g/a/r/Robin-Garra...
Best of luck!

Re: Connection between Orrin Porter Rockwell and Abraham Lincoln

JudithRockwell — 2008-07-03 16:27:18Z

In Bloomington, Illinois, where Lincoln's campaign manager and good friend David Davis lived, there is a book in the McLean County museum which speaks of a Rockwell being the accountant who handled the finances of the campaign, but I have not been able to identify him furthur.

Perhaps this is part of this family connection.

Rockwell's in Iowa, from New York

lindashannon09 — 2009-05-14 07:57:09Z

Lelia Rockwell 1896 Iowa to 1997 California. Albert G. Rockwell New York. Lelia married into the Doan Family. Any information from Albert on back would be immensely appreciated. I'm stuck at Albert. I think I have him moving to Iowa and becoming a farm hand and marrying a Yount. I'm begging for anything. Thanks!!! Shannon Beck.

rockwell cemetary hadley and lake luzerne ny

anitadingman1 — 2009-01-28 16:22:36Z

There is a large Rockwell area in the Lake Luzerne, NY cemetary. Some of the graves were moved from their original location at the Rockwell homestead in Hadley, NY. If any of your ancestors came from either of these towns, their gravestones may be there. Write me at anita_dingman@ yahoo.com and I can check for you.

Re: James Bird Rockwell s/o William Henry Rockwell

anitadingman1 — 2009-01-28 16:07:59Z

Have you found out anything more about James Bird's ancestors? I was wondering if he had a grandfather named Joseph Rockwell. Joseph came to Milton, NY after the Rev. war. One son, Jeremy, married a Betsy Bird and they had 12 children.

Re: Sarah Rockwell m. Isaac Simmons Woolley

eloisecwb — 2009-02-08 00:49:29Z

This is my paternal line---contact me for more information.

Re: Justus Rockwell of Philadelphia, PA (1773-1848)

Connie_Cady — 2009-02-15 17:42:58Z

My GGGGrandfather was Justus Rockwell, decended from Oswell Rockwell. If he is the same one , I have a lot of info on him, please contact me at clcady@earthlink.net

Looking for George Eli Rockwell

ann17229 — 2008-07-19 05:42:57Z

Looking for George Eli Rockwell. Son of Alfred M. Rockwell.
Looking for Alfred's Father's name also.

Re: ROCKWELL

lisacolemajor — 2009-02-09 00:20:24Z

I am a descendant of theirs as well! Through their daughter Sarah.

Connection between Orrin Porter Rockwell and Abraham Lincoln

AllisonPV — 2008-03-20 02:47:13Z

I found an article that says Orrin Porter Rockwell born in 1813 is a distant cousin of President Abraham Lincoln through his grandmother, Irene Porter that meets to the Gilman line. Does anyone know where that connection is? I'm curious to know how their lines meet.

Willianm Rockwell (b. ca 1838) and wife Catherine (Mack)

Encanto59 — 2008-07-06 22:31:59Z

I have been tracking another branch of my Mack family: Catherine (Kate) Mack born about 1840 to Charles Garrison Mack and wife Zillah Baker. Catherine married, about 1865, William Rockwell born ca. 1838 in Pennsylvania. Both of them apparently d. after the 1910 census & before 1920 census.

Can anyone fill me in on when they died and when/where they were married? I am thinking it is possible they were married in Geauga County, Ohio?