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John W. Wells

lthompson0679 — 24 Jul 2008 2:59:25 GMT

I am looking for information on John W. Wells b1887-d1946. He
married my grandmother Effie Lee Perry b1890-d1960. His father
was listed as Felmore Wells and his mother was Lucy D. Webb.
Any information I could get on him would be greatly appreciated.

Wells Obit MI

PPotter808 — 16 Jul 2008 4:17:41 GMT

Found this while surfing. Why can't I ever find my Wells?
Elmer Wells, formerly of Millington, MI~ Beloved husband of Nancy, passed away early Monday morning, March 31, 2008 while at Covenant Health Care Harrison campus in Saginaw, at the age of 85. Elmer is also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews and other extended family. At Elmer’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service on Friday, April 4 at 2 p.m. at Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington. Tuscola County Advertiser 4-2-08

WELLS, Walter Edward

k143clen — 11 Jul 2008 4:45:24 GMT

Looking for descendants of Walter Edward Wells b. 1898 d. 1986 in Wood County, Parkersburg, WV. His wife was Blanche May Uhl. His children were, I believe, Charles W. Wells b. 1923, Robert C. Wells b. 1924, and James W. Wells b. 1926. His parents, I believe, were William Alexander Wells b. 1870 and Ella Sarah Hall b. 1871.

florence wells mulligan

vivian — 17 Oct 2000 11:51:41 GMT

Grandma Florence's family moved to Canada early 1900's. She married and stayed here.
She had 24 siblings. Her father married 3X.
Her mother was Nancy. The rest of the family moved back to USA. Clarence killed in Italy in war. Just trying to touch roots probably in Oklahoma.

Lewis Wells, 1821 in New York - ? ; 1830's in Medina County; later in Indianola, Warren County, Iowa

sultana_1865 — 9 Jul 2008 6:37:46 GMT

I'm a WELLS researcher and found this Biography that, for, now, does not fit our line. I did find a 2001 inquiry about Lewis Wells but it was dated 2001 and cannot find a current email for the researcher. She was posting with Orin Wells responding with census information. The biography was not listed.

Most likely Lewis' birth place was in the Cortland County area of New York as many WELLSes moved to Wayne and Medina Counties of Ohio in the late 1830's from that area of New York.

Based on the Biography:

1850 Census of Litchfield, Medina County, I find a Lewis Wells and his wife Sarah and 4 children. Lucius and Lewis and most likely Willoby and Whitney who later died. Lewis' daughter, Electa, is found in another household, age 6, born 1844, in Gad and Joanna Pomeroy's HH or living with Belorus and Charity Wheeler (all in same HH)

In the 1860 Census of Indianola, Warren County, Iowa, Lewis is living with Sarah and Electa and the two boys, each only as L. W. Wells. Also in the Household is an Elsy I Wells, age 76.

Going back to 1850 Census of Litchfield, Medina County, I find an Elide Wells living with a Nathan Wells, both of Connecticut.

In 1840 Census of Litchfield, Medina County, we find Nathan Wells living with: 2 males: 15-20, 1 20-30, and 1 60-70 and females 1 15-20 and 1 60-70.

Hope this information is helpful to another Wells researcher.

Des Moines Biographies

WELLS, L.-Druggist. Was born in New York March 28, 1821, and at the age of thirteen years removed, with his parents, to Medina county, Ohio, were he was raised. At the age of nineteen years he engaged in the potash and pearl business in Litchfield, and a short time after opened a dry goods store which he continued until 1853. He then came to this State, locating in Warren county, and invested his means in land and also town lots in Indianola. In the fall of 1854 he went out to Omaha, Nebraska, built the first hotel at that place which he called the Douglas House, and boarded the first legislative body of the State. At. the end of one year he returned to Indianola and bought the Hackett Mill, which he ran for about two years and was also engaged in the dry goods business. He owned a livery and sale stable in Holly Springs, Mississippi, and shipped horses and mules to that place, and at the same time ran five mail routes for the government. In 1863 he went to St. Louis, engaging in the commission business, but soon sold out and came to Des Moines, where he bought stock. For a short time he was engaged in the livery business at Clinton, Iowa, and then moved to Peoria, Illinois, where he followed his business nearly three years. In 1868 he was burned out, sustaining quite a loss, and returned to this city, where he again engaged in the livery business. He remained here nearly three years, sold part of his stock and took a trip through the northwest, remaining about ten months. In 1871 he resumed his principal occupation, and continued therein until August, 1877, when he traded his stock for lands in Nebraska. He moved to Beatrice, that State, remained about three months, and then returned here, where he bought his old stable and also a drug stock. The next year he traded the same for property on the East Side, and in December, 1877, bought his present drug store. In January, 7 1869, he met with a severe accident, falling upon a defective sidewalk and breaking his hip. This made him a cripple for life. Mr. Wells has been thrice married, first, July 14, 1842, to Miss Elesta L. Phinney, a native of Ohio. She died November 1, 1843, leaving one child, Electa (now Mrs. D. W. Wells, of Kearney Junction, Nebraska). He was married again January 1, 1846, to Miss Sarah Jenkins, a native of Ohio. They had four children: Lucius W. and Leander W. living, and two deceased. The third time, October 9, 1866, he married Miss Abbie J. Paris, a native of Ohio. They have no children.

Wells born in Fisher Louisiana

bcstrawn — 30 Aug 2001 5:34:10 GMT

I'm looking for info on Robert Calvin Wells, OR Reamen (sp?)Calvin Wells. Robert Calvin Wells was born at home in Fisher Louisiana, anywhere between 70 and 85 yrs ago.
Supposedly he went AWOL and changed his name to Reamen (sp) Calvin Wells. He had at least one sibling. a brother named Cecil Edward Wells. Thanks in advance, and I'll post anything else of importance I find.
Brandy

Robert Calvin Wells

andrew17555 — 8 Jul 2008 6:48:49 GMT

I am trying to find a Robert Calvin Wells born 1910-1930 in Canada. As Sgt R C Wells B-5491 he wa sin the Royal Canadian Engineers during WW2. He was in England from 1944 till at least 1947. After that he may have gone back to Canada. Any trace would be welcome.

Andy Plant, Durham, England.

S.W. Wells

Carlian46 — 8 Jul 2008 3:44:26 GMT

Does anyone have a family member that would have been alive around 1918 with the initials S.W.
Thanks

Name sequence

sihsmith — 7 Jul 2008 1:40:52 GMT

Before my computer crashed, I had saved a message from someone that gave the sequence used by our ancestors in naming their children. If anyone has this, please post it.

WELLS ~ HOOVER

familygeno — 5 Jul 2008 3:31:11 GMT

John W. WELLS Self M Male W 56 OH Carpenter WV NC
Naomi WELLS Wife M Female W 45 OH Keeping House WV OH
Taylor W. WELLS Son S Male W 23 OH Carpenter OH OH
Charles E. WELLS Son S Male W 20 OH Laborer OH OH
Alfred W. WELLS Son S Male W 16 OH OH OH
Clara E. UNDERWOOD GDau S Female W 6 OH OH OH

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Source Information:
Census Place Monroe, Miami, Ohio
Family History Library Film 1255049
NA Film Number T9-1049

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Looking for any WELLS ~ UNDERWOOD family connected to this family.

Thank you.

Joseph or Joachim, George Woodward, Elizabeth, Francis Layton & Julia/Juliet Wells

myrootsplace — 3 Jul 2008 3:39:22 GMT

1 Joseph or Joachim Wells married Elsia Woodard or Woodward b. ~1815 probably New York. Children of Joseph/Joachim and Elsia Woodard/Woodward are:

2 George Woodward Wells, b. ~1835 probably Canada m. Angeline Dennis ~ 1854, d. April 16, 1890 in Springwells, Wayne Co. MI.
3 Elizabeth Wells, b. ~1840 probably Onondaga Co., NY, m. Henry Melosh moved to Spring Arbor, MI by 1860
4 Francis Layton Wells b. ~1844 either Camillus Onondaga Co., or Cayuga Co, NY, m. Marisa Jane Sherwood d. Jan. 15, 1925 in Detroit, MI.
5 Julia Wells, b. ~1850 probably Canada

Any info or connections would be welcome.

lastname

sharongibson160 — 2 Jul 2008 9:47:08 GMT

you know you can never know to mocxh about your history and i dont know that much about mine. so will you help me please? i want to know if my family is someway connected to the bible?

Searching for the Wells family from NJ/WV and beyond

ambergypsymoon1 — 17 Apr 2007 4:04:24 GMT

Am fairly new here and getting used to how to use this site, so please bare with me,:). I am trying to connect my family tree of the Wells. Starting from South NJ first, to WV and beyond. Anyone with any info would be so appreciated.
Wells coming from England
Birth name: Emma Wells, born 1912-13 in Maryland(?), Last lived in Salem NJ, death 1969. She was married to Frank H. Tonden in Salem NJ. 3 children born. Emma's father was Richard Wells, birth/death Dates unknown. Last lived in Massouri. Mother, Dinah Wardton/Warden(?). The only thing that is known of her is that she past away when Emma was 3-5 yrs. Died of influenza. Maybe buried in Pennsgrove NJ. Some of her brother/sister names.
Amelia (Daisy), Florence (Floss), Toots (Tooty). John,believed to be buried in Salem NJ, Henry, Bill and Jim. The last location that these family as children came from was PawPaw WV. I am throughing out these names my mother remembers anyone having a connection would be appreciated. Aunt Jet, wife of James, Aunt Jenny, wife of Bill (6) children born to this family. Aunt Miney, believed last known to be living in Ohio. Aunt Dovey. Uncle Henry.
AS I am searching I will be adding info I run into.
Thank you and many blessings

James Earl Wells Stationed in SC around 1945

dual33 — 9 Jul 2002 1:36:14 GMT

I am searching for my birth grandfarther. He was stationed somewhere in SC in 1945. My grandmother's name was Exidell. I am not sure what her last name was at the time. Her maiden name was Wilson. All she ever told my mom was that her dad's name was James Earl Wells. She was born Jan 09 1946. Thank you for any help. Sandra Chance

Albert Wesley Wells married to Anna A. Sullivan

maryachtrh — 26 Jun 2008 10:17:40 GMT

Looking for family of Albert Wesley Wells born December 1853 in Virginia who married Anna A. Sullivan born August 1855 in Texas.

Their only know child was Andrew Milton Wells who was born December 1888 in Texas. He married 1.) Belle Farrell and 2.) Caroline ?.

He died in August 1946 in Seattle, Washington and his obituary states his children as Mary Jane, Virginia, John, Albert, Raymond and Dennis.

Would love to correspond with any family.

Please contact at machterhof@sbcglobal.net

Mary Achterhof

Wells-Smith Co MS

Jill Davison — 22 May 2000 3:53:51 GMT

I am searching for information on any Wells from Smith Co MS. Particularly John L Wells and Jane Runnels. Will exchange info with anyone interested

Obit May 2008 ~ Beverly (WELLS) ORR ~ Beavercreek, Ohio

familygeno — 24 Jun 2008 9:26:40 GMT

ORR, Beverly J. (WELLS) 74 of Beavercreek, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She was born in Lawrenceville, Illinois on May 5, 1934 to Gordon F. and Thelma (Simmons) Wells who have preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Ann Molton (Orr). She is survived by husband Charles M. Orr of 54 years; sons, Dirk C. Orr and Kyle M. Orr (Kimberly); grandchildren, Justin Orr, Halley Molten-Lytten (Jason) and Brittney Orr; three great-grandchildren; sister, Carol Anderson (Alan); and brother, Kermit R. Wells. Beverly's early school years were in a two-room country school, Cross Roads, in rural Lawrence County. She was very active in the United Brethren Church Youth Fellowship and Youth Choir. Her projects in 4-H ranged from sewing to Duroc Jersey pigs. She was an advanced piano student of Mrs. J.C. Wittaker and a graduate of Kroeger School of Music in St. Louis. During her high school years, she worked in the X-Ray Department of Lawrence County Memorial Hospital, and this led to her eventual career in X-Ray technology as a student at the Indiana Central College and graduate of Indiana School of Radiology. Beverly was a longtime member of the St. Andrews United Methodist Church of Beavercreek for 50 plus years. She was also a member of the church choir, U.M.W. and the Monday morning prayer group. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008 at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 350 N. Fairfield Rd. Beavercreek. Her family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. Saturday at the church and from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday May 9, 2008 at the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME-BEAVERCREEK CHAPEL, 3970 Dayton-Xenia Rd. Interment in Mt. Zion Shoup Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Beverly's memory to St. Andrew's Memorial Fund. Condolences to her family may be made at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com .

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I'm not related to this person in any way.

DAVIS ~ SHERIDAN ~ WELLS from Monroe County, OH area

familygeno — 24 Jun 2008 9:21:32 GMT

Dear WELLS Listers:

Do any of you in the WELLS DNA Group have the surname SHERIDAN in your family tree? Please let me know if you do. My husband's Grandfather, Duffield Henry WELLS, was previously married to a Mellie DAVIS WELLS from the Miami County, Tippecanoe, (Tipp City) Ohio area. Mellie later married a man by the name of SHERIDAN and had 6 children who would have been born in Illinois area.

1900 United States Federal Census
about Viola Wells
Name: Viola Wells
Home in 1900: Tippecanoe, Miami, OH
Age: 2
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1898
Birthplace: Ohio
Relationship to head-of-house: Stepdaughter
Mother's Name: Mellie
Race: White
Occupation: View Image
Neighbors: View others on page
Household Members: Name Age
Elmer Sheridan 27 Head Sept 1872 married for 0 yrs Ill ILL ILL
Millie Sheridan 20 wife May 1880 married for 0 yrs 1 birth 1 alive OH OH OH
Viola Wells 2 STEP-DAUGHTER AUGUST 1897 OH OH OH
By 1910 she was listed as a SHERIDAN
1910 United States Federal Census
about Marquis E SHERIDAN
Name: Marquis E SHERIDAN
Age in 1910: 33
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1877
Birthplace: Illinois
Relation to Head of House: Head
Father's Birth Place: Illinois
Mother's Birth Place: Illinois
Spouse's Name: Mellie P
Home in 1910: Monroe, Miami, Ohio
Marital Status: Married
Race: White
Gender: Male

Neighbors: View others on page
Household Members: Name Age

Marquis E Sheridan 33 Married x2 for 10 years ILL ILL ILL
Mellie P Sheridan 30 Married x2 for 10 yrs 6 births 6 alive OH OH OH
Viola M Sheridan 13 daughter Single
Albert S Sheridan 10
Florence E Sheridan 6
Marcellus Sheridan 4
Phillip B Sheridan 2
Anna I Sheridan 4/12

And Mellie must have died before 1920 as her husband is listed as a Widow
Marquis E Sheridan Head 47 widowed ILL
Albert S Sheridan son 19 single OH

Here is Mellie's death certificate and it looks like her maiden name was DAVIS.
Name: Mellie Sheridan
Titles:
Death date: 26 Oct 1918
Death place: Tippecanoe, Miami, Ohio
Birth date: 30 May 1918
Estimated birth year: 1880
Birth place: Ohio
Age at death: 38 years 4 months 26 days
Gender: Female
Marital status: Married
Race or color: Caucasian
Street address:
Occupation: Housewife
Residence:
Burial date: 29 Oct 1918
Burial place:
Cemetery name: Maple Hill
Spouse name:
Father name: Geo. DAVIS, Sr.
Father titles:
Father birth place: Ohio
Mother name: Jane HORNER
Mother titles:
Mother birth place: Ohio
GSU film number: 1984446
Digital GS number: 4021844
Image number: 2625
Reference number: fn 67526
Collection: Ohio Deaths 1908-1953

Here is her husbands death certificate..
Name: Marquis Elmer SHERIDAN
Titles:
Death date: 08 Apr 1948
Death place: Tipp City, Miami, Ohio, United States
Birth date: 12 Sep 1872
Estimated birth year:
Birth place: Chestnut, Illinois
Age at death: 75 years 6 months 26 days
Gender: Male
Marital status: Married
Race or color: Caucasian
Street address:
Occupation:
Residence:
Burial date:
Burial place:
Cemetery name:
Spouse name: Mellie SHERIDAN
Father name: Philip SHERIDAN
Father titles:
Father birth place:
Mother name:
Mother titles: unknown
Mother birth place:
GSU film number: 2246461
Digital GS number: 4109090
Image number: 00766
Reference number: 25805
Collection: Ohio Deaths 1908-1953

Mellie and Elmer's daughter Anna: she died from a burn involving 2/3rds of her body
Name: Anna Irean SHERIDAN
Titles:
Death date: 09 May 1913
Death place: Butler Township, Montgomery, Ohio
Birth date: 05 Dec 1909
Estimated birth year:
Birth place: Miami Co., Ohio
Age at death: 3 years 5 months 4 days
Gender: Female
Marital status: Single
Race or color: Caucasian
Street address:
Occupation:
Residence:
Burial date: 10 May 1913
Burial place:
Cemetery name: Maple Hill Cemetery.
Spouse name:
Father name: Elmer SHERIDAN
Father titles:
Father birth place: Logan Co., Ill.
Mother name: Millie DAVIS
Mother titles:
Mother birth place: Clark Co., Ohio
GSU film number: 1953650
Digital GS number: 4021258
Image number: 3269
Reference number: fn 37235
Collection: Ohio Deaths 1908-1953

Looks like the rest of the SHERIDAN children were sent to live in an orphanage called Ohio ??? Odd Fellows Home in Clark County, Ohio.

1920 United States Federal Census
about Phillip Sheridan
Name: Phillip Sheridan
[Phillip Sheraden]
Home in 1920: Springfield Ward 3, Clark, Ohio
Age: 11 years
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1909
Birthplace: Ohio
Relation to Head of House: Inmate
Father's Birth Place: United States of America
Mother's Birth Place: United States of America
Marital Status: Single
Race: White
Sex: Male
Able to read: Yes
Able to Write: Yes
Image: 607

Neighbors: View others on page
Household Members: Name Age

Edward Bolz 6
Mildred Edith Bolz 8
William Carnahan 11
Bernice Wickheser 15
Red Wickheser 11
Hester Wickheser 9
Helen Sheridan 4 8/12
Phillip Sheridan 11
Florence Sheridan 16
Myrtle Sheridan 7
Marcellin Sheridan 13
Ellsworth Emig 7
Frank Emig 4 9/12
Lourena Emig 11
Carville Emig 6
Adan Emig 10
Herbert Whestan 10
Ralph Whestan 13
Harry Whestan 8
Florence Elias 17
Carl Emmick 13

Kim wrote: I looked for a marriage or death for Viola M WeLLS/SHERIDAN and couldn't find any that we could be sure of ...and the only census I found was this one after 1910:

1920 United States Federal Census

about Viola WELLS
Name: Viola WELLS

Home in 1920: Dayton Ward 8, Montgomery, Ohio
Age: 22 years

Estimated Birth Year: abt 1898
Birthplace: Ohio

Relation to Head of House: Lodger
Father's Birth Place: Ohio
Mother's Birth Place: Ohio
Marital Status: Single
Race: White
Sex: Female
Able to read: Yes
Able to Write: Yes
Image: 1058

Neighbors: View others on page
Household Members: Name Age

Irene Johnson 27 Head widowed OH OH OH
Forrest Johnson 10 son CA OH
Lester Johnson 8 son CA OH
Dorothy Johnson 6 dau CA OH
Viola Wells 22 lodger single OH OH OH Sewing Rain Coat

Looking for anyone connected to a Mellie DAVIS b abt 1880-1881, possibly in Miami County, Monroe Twp., OH. Mellie was married to Duffield "Duff" Henry WELLS, my
husband Paul's paternal grandfather. (Mellie is not my husband's grandmother; but, his step-grandmother). Duffield (Duff) Henry WELLS, b. 10 March 1875 in Miami County, Monroe Twp., Tippecanoe, OH.

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A huge "thank you" to Kim DONLEY for all of her help and hard work in securing this information above. She has solved our family's 8 year old mystery. Now if we can only find these descendants to get to the end of this chapter of our family's book. Thanks for any help you might give in this matter. Would love to have a photo of this family.

Happy hunting,

Pamela and Paul WELLS
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The WELLS ~ #244 ~ W035 ~ W424

Blowing Rock, NC originally from Dayton, OH

ROBERSON ~ WELLS Family Website:

http://wellsp.tribalpages.com

Password: ROBERSON

Email: WellsDNA@gmail.com or familygeno@gmail.com

Philip Wells,Clarksen Wells

JenniferKerr161 — 21 Jun 2008 3:54:36 GMT

My husband is the grandson of Philip Wells. Philip was a son of Samuel Duncan Wells and Matilda Brunk Wells. Philip married Margaret (Maggie)Melissa Clark. I have much info on Philip, but no picture of he or his wife Margaret. I may have one, but no dates on the back of those cabinet cards. Some of these pics are taken in Iowa and some in Santa Rosa,CA.
I am hoping somebody out there has a picture of Philip and his wife Margaret and a picture of Clark(Clark)Wells and his wife Catherine Finke Wells. I have pictures of some of the other children of Samuel and Matilda(thanks to the generosity of many distant relatives), but need to narrow down Clark and Philip.

Hoping to hear from somebody.

Thank you.

Jennifer Holte kerr
Jeneker@yahoo.com

Wells, Clarence B. & James E. - Parkersburg, West Virginia

k143clen — 21 Jun 2008 12:25:36 GMT

Looking for descendants of Clarence Berkley Wells (b. 2 Jan 1910, d. 1 Apr 1989) and James Edgar Wells Jr. (b. 15 Oct 1918, d. 11 Apr 1966) These brothers were born and died in Parkersburg, WV. Their parents were James Edgar Wells and Nora Viola Daley. Clarence married Aria Frances Haymore. James' wife's name is unknown, but possibly Mary.

Justin Dee Wells

7Motexok — 20 Jun 2008 5:41:19 GMT

I saw this in the Oklahoma City, OK paper today.
Thought I would pass the info on, in case anyone
is looking for this family.
Justin Dee Wells
DOB Feb. 18, 1941 in Elk City, Oklhoma
DOD June 15, 2008 in Amarillo, Texas
His father and mother were JOhn and Cleo Wells,
brothers are Jack and Roger.
Hope this helps someone out in their search.

Jostin Dee Wells

7Motexok — 20 Jun 2008 5:40:33 GMT

Moses Wells

smpenrod — 17 Jun 2008 12:02:44 GMT

I'n looking for Moses Wells born 1816 in Kentucky, married Elizabeth Cockrum 1843 in Tennessee

Hansel Pinkney Wells m. Laura Ann Brown

annandsusan — 11 Jun 2008 3:25:09 GMT

I am searching for the burial place of Ann Catherine Causey Brown, born 26 Apr 1816. After Eli died in East Feliciana Parish, LA in 1853, she remained in East Feliciana Parish for a while. However, in the 1880 census she is living with her daughter, Laura Ann Brown who is married to Hansel Pinkney Wells, in Delhi, Richland Parish, LA. I have her death date as 6 Nov 1882. I will appreciate any help.

Corneilius Wells Noble County, Ohio

nhsfb58 — 27 May 2008 6:35:17 GMT

I would appreciate any info on the parents of Corneilius Wells born in Noble County,Ohio in 1813. One source gives no names, but that they were from NJ. Another source says his parents were Israel and Chloe(Wilcox) Wells. My grandmother is his great-granddaughter. She is 97 and has taken an interest in where and who she comes from. Any and all help is greatly appreciated.

Mark D. Butler

wells cemetery - ky

heynesser — 1 Jan 2008 9:18:01 GMT

Upon researching some of my own Wells ancestors, I have run upon a small (50 or so) "wells cemetery" in Knox county, Ky.

I plan to return to fully transcribe and document it, but here are a few people that I am trying to find more info on that were at this location:

John C. Wells (b. 21 JAN 1861, d. 06 DEC 1927)

Joseph Wells (b. 03 AUG 1816, d. 03 MAy 1896)
---spouse of Joseph:
Sarah Wells (b. 31 DEC 1835, d.31 AUG 1899)

----son of joseph and sarah?
Solomon Wells (b. 24 DEC 1871, d. 13 APR 1944)

This graveyard also had a number of other surnames:
TERRELL (fair amount)
ENGLE (fair amount)
ELLIOTT, CARTER, DECKER, HELTON, BROCK, SMITH, McKINLEY

New Zealand Wells families

whitesa11 — 26 May 2008 1:04:43 GMT

Hi, I am searching for family history of my dad's side in new Zealand. His name is Graham (Or Graeme) George Wells and was born around 1950. He was married for a short time to a woman from Canada/USA named Audrey Warner and she left prior to my birth. Please email me if you have any information whitesa11@hotmail.com

Desourdy/Wells

ratliff561 — 30 Apr 2008 2:51:43 GMT

Looking for any information on Anna Wells approximate dob 1874 in Plattsburgh NY siblings Clara, Ada, and Olive?. Anna married Frank Desourdy. Anna died in 1915? and was buried in St Augustine Cemetery in Peru but they have no record of the name. Frank died in Dec 1948 and is buried in the same cemetery but they have no record of his name -- however they had a son born in April 1915 and he died in May 1915 and his name is recorded in the church records. Any information about this Anna Wells and her siblings would be helpful.

Sally Ann Wells b. 19 July 1841 in Michigan; md. Alexander Dunn

joeteresagarrett — 24 May 2008 12:29:42 GMT

looking for any available information on Sally Ann Wells, born July 19 1841 in Michigan. She married Alexander Dunn and in 1860 they were living in Marshall, Calhoun County, Michigan. In 1870, they had moved to Perry, Shiawassee County, Michigan, where Sally died 5 Mar 1874(source: death record http://search.labs.familysearch.org/recordsearch/start.html#...). After her death, Alexander moved to Barry County, where he lived until his death in 1882. Alexander is buried in Banfield Cemetary, but I have been unable to locate Sally's grave. (there is a Sally Dunn buried there, but is a different sally)

They had four children:
1. Iantha, b. May 1862 d. 1936, md. Jesse Risbridger, and had two sons: Glen & Sherman.
2.Albert b. Mar 10 1866 d. July 5 1876
3.Fannie Maria, b. 1868 d. Feb 20 1917, md. Ernest Crandall
4.Emma A, b. Sep 30 1872 in Perry, Shiawassee County, Michigan, d. 1934 in Barry County, Michigan. She married Hamilton Orlando Armour Jan 21 1890 in Barry Twp, Barry County, Michigan. They had at least four children: Vesta, Floyd, Velma and Mable.

I am a descendant through Emma's son, Floyd. So far, I've found one possible census record in Calhoun County in 1850 listing a Sally Wells at the appropriate age, but have not been able to confirm.

Worden Wells - Michigan

casay2150 — 23 Nov 2005 10:11:04 GMT

Looking to contact descendants of Worden Wells, b. 1802 RI d. 1890 Kalamazoo Co., MI. He was the son of Joshua Wells also of RI. Worden went from RI to Otsego Co., NY to Kalamazoo Co., MI in 1835
Had many children from two marriages:
Henry B. b. 1830, Homer b. 1830 Worden Jr. b. 1832, Morrill b. abt. 1836, Almond H. b. ? R. J. b. ?
Harriet b. 1846, Nathaniel Jerome b. 1848, Virgil Perry b. 1854, Laura b. 1855.

Connections to Spicer, Filkins, Bates, Baker, Reed, Dopp, Carr, Smith, Reky / Rickey and would like to know / find a connection to King if one exists through his children or grandchildren.

anyone know a roberta wells who married into the wells family

mysticaldreams1 — 22 May 2008 5:21:35 GMT

she had three sisters and a brother. rosella ricks teresa aurand and anna belle sowles and charles stotlar.

alonzo wells married martha belinda bingham

KimberlySwanson4486 — 22 May 2008 10:45:43 GMT

lookin for Wells desedantsAlbertine Belinda Wells married my great grandpa Louis Swanson...

LOLA WELLS ???? b.1875 in TN, married Jesse Wells 1910 - 1920 KS

Leslie85223 — 16 May 2008 10:13:42 GMT

Looking for someone who may have had a family member by the name of Lola who married Jesse B Wells of KS between 1910 and 1920. The census in 1920 shows them living in Osage, KS. Jesse is working at the train depot as an agent. Lola is age 44 and was born in TN, as were her parents. Really need a maiden name if you can provide one . . .

Samuel D Wells, Matilda Brunk

Marilyn1233 — 3 Aug 2001 7:42:18 GMT

Lynda, I meant to mention that Samuel and Matilda Brunk Wells came on to Iowa in the 1840's. One of their sons was Pleasant Wells. He was a brother to Christopher Columbus Wells, who was my gggrandfather.

Wells, Isaac

SharonManahan — 10 Aug 2001 7:33:49 GMT

Isaac Wells married Amanda Lamb Mar 10, 1849 in Coles, Illinois he was born July 30, 1823 and Died 1900 believe he was born in Ohio and died in Illinois Wayne city, Illinois. Amanda Lamb born 1823 in Illinois and died 1889 in Illinois Wayne city and is buried in Hopewell Cem Wayne City, Illinois any information regarding either one of these two people would be greatley appreciated as I have hit a wall. Even though I live right here unable to find anything as our courthouse was destroyed by fire in the early 1800's. thank you.

John Wells b: 1803 VA

bhillmer — 14 May 2008 1:17:00 GMT

Does anyone recognize this man, his unknown wives or children. They are part of Wells DNA Family W038.

JOHN WELLS; born 1803 Virginia; married _____ _____ circa 1820;1 married Ruth _____ before 1840 prob.,, Monroe, Ohio.2
He appeared on the census of 1830 Enoch, Monroe, Ohio:
1830 OH Monroe Enoch - John Wells
males:
2 < 5 years
1 - 5-10 years
1 - 20-30 years
females
1 < 5 years
1 - 20-30 years.2

He appeared on the census of 1840 Franklin, Monroe, Ohio:
1840 OH Monroe Franklin - John Wells
males:
2 < age 5 yrs
1 - 5-10 yrs
2 - 10-15 yrs
1 - age 40-50 yrs
females
1 < age 5 yrs
1 - age 15-20 yrs.3

He appeared on the census of 1850 Franklin, Monroe, Ohio:
1850 OH Monroe Franklin, family 199
Wells, John, age 47, farmer, b: VA
Wells, Ruth, age 26, b: OH
Wells, Jacob, age 20, b: OH
Wells, Zachariah, age 19, b: OH
Wells, Aaron, age 16, b: OH
Wells, Silas, age 12, b: OH
Wells, Jese, age 9, b: OH
Wells, James, age 7, b: OH
Wells, John, age 5, b: OH
Wells, Mary, age 3, b: OH
Wells, Elizab, age 1, b: OH

family 200
Wells, William, age 22, farmer, b: OH
Wells, Peninah, age 16, b: OH.1

He appeared on the census of 1856 Otter Creek, Lucas, Iowa:
1856 IA Lucas Otter Creek, family 2
Wells, John, age 52, farmer, b: VA
Wells, Ruth, age 32, b: OH
Wells, Jesse P, age 14, b: OH
Wells, James R, age 12, b: OH
Wells, John H, age 11, b: OH
Wells, Mary E, age 11, b: OH
Wells, Eliza J, age 6, b: OH
Wells, Benjamin J, age48, b: OH
Wells, Isaac Nooton, age 0, b: IA.4

He appeared on the census of 1860 Otter Creek, Lucas, Iowa:
1860 IA Lucas Otter Creek, family 895
Wells, John, age 57, farmer, b: VA
Wells, Ruth, age 36, b: OH
Wells, Jesse, age 19, b: OH
Wells, James, age 17, b: OH
Wells, John, age 15, b: OH
Wells, Mary E, age 13, b: OH
Wells, Eliza,I age 10, b: OH
Wells, Benjamin I, age 8, b: OH
Wells, Isaac M, age 4, b: IA
Wells, Lucy A, age 1, b: IA

family 896
Wells, Jacob, age 29, farmer, b: OH
Wells, Mary, age 26, OH
Wells, John R, age 6, b: OH
Wells, Francis W, age 5, b: OH
Wells, George W, age 3, b: OH
Wells, Christina, age 7 months, b: OH.4

He appeared on the census of 1870 Hamilton, Caldwell, Missouri:
1870 MO Caldwell Hamilton, family 32
Wells, John, age 66, farmer, b: VA
Wells, Benjamin, age 18, b: OH
Wells, Isaac, age 15, b: IA
Wells, Lucy, age 12, b: IA
Wells, Sarah, age 10, b: IA
Moore, Eliza, age 20 (daughter), b: OH
Moore, Anna, age 3, b: IA.5

Death unknown .. probably before 1880.

WELLS in MI

sec412_ — 10 May 2008 3:34:41 GMT

I am searching for information on Chas. & Sara Alice (METCALF) WELLS. There had children: May, Lau, Della, Hazel, Ruth & Harold. (Della is my grandmother.) They seem to be located in the Tuscola County of MI most of their lives. Any one have any information to share?

THERON WELLS x MIRANDA CHAFFEE -CT., PA.

Kim_Forsman — 10 Jan 2005 5:33:09 GMT

Looking for any information on THERON WELLS, b.abt. 1790, in Woodstock, Ct. Married MIRANDA CHAFFEE, born 6/3/1790,in Woodstock, Ct.They were married in Orwell, Bradford County, Pennsylvania,on 9/21/1817,a son, SANFORD WELLS, was born in Orwell, 7/18/1824 SANFORD is my Great Great Grandfather. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Mary Ethel Wells b.1895, Foard Co. TX; d.1966

troopster001 — 2 May 2008 10:09:34 GMT

Hello,

I am looking for information on Mary Ethel Wells and her parents. Their last names are believed to be Wells and Purnell.

Mary Ethel Wells was born in Foard Co, TX in 1895. She was married to William Joseph Landtroop. If anyone knows the marriage place or date, I would appreciate a response with that information as well. One of her children is John V. Landtroop Sr., her other children are Andrew "Andy", Billy, and Marie. She also had one child from a previous marriage. She died in 1966, but the location is unknown.

Any information on her and especially on her parents would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Rollin S Wells - Death

_Tootsie — 2 May 2008 3:58:24 GMT

Source: Town of Lyme, New Hampshire annual town report - 1909

Rollin S WELLS
died 1 March 1909
age 77 years, 1 month, 11 days
Male, Widow, Laborer
Born at Underhill, Vermont
Father: Simeon WELLS
Mother: Juliette CHAMBERLAIN

Not researching this family, just passing on information.

Thomas William Wells of Loudoun County, Virginia (1700s)

DonnNeal75 — 28 Sep 2004 6:22:42 GMT

Is anyone on this list researching a Thomas William Wells of Loudoun County, Virginia? There are two wills for men of that name, one in 1744 and the other in 1768. In pursuit of my Wells line (married Stark), I am looking for Wells families that lived in Loudoun County at about this time and would like to exchange information.

See http://www.user.shentel.net/neals/ for more information.

Information on a Silas Wells

Deana (Wells) Cook — 19 Feb 2003 3:45:55 GMT

I'm looking for information on a Silas Wells (father was Samuel Silas Wells--mother was Martha) who was married to his first wife Elsie Skinner. His second wife was Rachel Taylor. All three are buried at the Wells Farm Cemetery in Ohio. Silas had 13 children; Thomas, Richard, William G., Samuel S., James F., John W., Levi & Eli (twins), Martha J., Robert S., Daniel D., Sarah E. and Levi W. If you have any info on them, please reply.

William Wells dec'd, Ky Deed to Wm & A.Turner/Miami Tribe

Toni Jollay Prevost — 9 Apr 2004 3:32:23 GMT

Kimbler>Wells

CarlaRameyGray — 19 Apr 2008 11:55:03 GMT

Looking for any family information on a Thurman Wells from Southern Ohio and his wife Lou Vada Mea Kimbler of Kentucky. Any help would be appreciated.

Obit: Royce A. Wells d. 2005-Mar-6 Kansas USA

SiouxzQ99 — 11 Mar 2005 6:04:29 GMT

Royce A. Wells of Chanute (KS) d. 2005-Mar-6 in Pittsburg (KS) age 76.
Burial Memorial Park Cemetery Chanute (KS).

Wells Family WV

Donna Wells Reynolds — 6 Nov 1999 10:09:22 GMT

Looking for info on Wells' in WV. My grandfather was Theodore "Ted" Wells married to Virginia Ruth Curry.
I can trace my grandfather back to two brothers who came from England. One was Robert and I believe his brother was John.

louisa jones family in beekman,la area

huntermanmo — 17 Apr 2008 6:58:41 GMT

If any can help me fine louisa jones family.Louisa married Dan Tharp they have lived in ar. and in la.Louisa had I know one brother nick name Big Man and one name Bud.Uncle Bud lived in beekman on the home place. Louisa is buried near bastor.la with dan.You can e-mail me at huntermanmo@sbcglobal.net

Fannie WELLS - d. 15 October 1931 - Independence, MO

JohnWOBrien — 16 Apr 2008 5:52:25 GMT

Death of: Mrs. Fannie WELLS
Date: Thursday, October 15, 1931
Place: at home

Residence: 525 Maple Avenue

Parents: Mr. & Mrs. Redmond SILVERS (deceased)

Survivors:
Sister: Mrs. Bertie ERWIN - Independence
Sister: Mrs. Nannie VAN SMITH - Independence
Brother: Charles H. SILVERS - DeQueen, Ark
Brother: Ernest SILVERS - Independence

Reference: "The Kansas City Times" (Missouri) Thursday, Oct 15, 1931

======================================================
(I have no connection with this family but I'd appreciate
knowing if you found this posting helpful.)
johnobrien@kc.rr.com
======================================================

neirbo8

Lakin Wells

jwarneke1 — 17 Apr 2003 6:36:13 GMT

Looking for information on Lakin. Brothers were John and Benjamin.
Wanting to verify birthplace was in Scotland and where. They were in Coschocton Co.Ohio
before 1812. Were they in the 1790 census?
Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you.

Wells of SC and KY

rvcole1 — 6 Aug 2002 6:30:35 GMT

I am researching my husband's ancestor Phillip Wells of SC whose son Samuel D. Wells was the father of Phillip Wells, md. Mary Butler and lived in Hart Co., KY. This research also involves the family of David Hamilton of SC, whose two daughters, Anna and Margaret married into the Wells family.

Does anybody know more about David Hamilton and have the name of his wife? Did he die in South Carolina?

William Wells, father of immigrant John Wells ~1600

DanSSwing — 27 Sep 2007 3:54:51 GMT

Does anyone have a clear lineage or even location for William Wells, the father of John Wells (who married Elizabeth Myntern) of Somerset, Gloucester, England, who immigrated to Virginia in the early 17th century?

Some genealogies refer to William Wells as a Reverend or to his wife being named Elizabeth. But they widely disagree as to his location in England and the identity of his parents.

Also, did William Wells have two sons, John and James? Or was his one son named "John James Wells"?

Anyone know this WELLS family? England > OH > WI > CA

bhillmer — 13 Apr 2008 8:20:06 GMT

I was trying to fill in some data and ended up following this Francis Marion Wells back ... does anyone recognize this family?

--William1 Wells; b. 1841 at Ohio; 1870 IL Livingston Odell, family (parents b: England)
115 - William Wells.
--+Sophia _____; b. 1846 at Illinois, m. circa 1864 at Odell, Livingston Co., Illinois;
---- Frank L Wells; b. 1865 at Odell, Livingston Co., Illinois;
----+Emma E _____; b. 1866 at Wisconsin; m. after 1889 at
Wisconsin;
------ Walter M Wells; b. 1890 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
------ Harold George3 Wells; b. 1892 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
------ Francis M Wells; b. 1894 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin; (twin to Joseph E);
-------+Bertha _____; b. 1902 at Illinois; parents b: Canada; m. 1921 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
--------Francis M Wells; d. 1977 at Sylmar, Los Angeles Co., California; California Death Index, 1940-1997
--------Shirley A Wells; b. 1925 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
------Joseph E Wells; b. 1894 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin; (twin to Francis M);
------Isabelle Marie Wells; b: 1897 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
------Florence Wells; b. 1899 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co.,
Wisconsin;
------ Cora S Wells; b: 1902 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
------Amy E Wells; b.1907 at Kenosha, Kenosha Co., Wisconsin;
-- Cora Wells; b. 1867 at Odell, Livingston Co., Illinois;
-- Lucy Wells; b. 1872 at Newport, Lake Co., Illinois;
-- Bertha Wells; b. 1875 at Newport, Lake Co., Illinois;
-- Grace Wells; b. 1877 at Newport, Lake Co., Illinois;
-- Alonzo Wells; b. 1879 at Newport, Lake Co., Illinois;

Obit: Frank M Wells b: 1896 d: 1933 San Antonio, Bexar Co, TX

bhillmer — 13 Apr 2008 3:09:26 GMT

TX San Antonio Express - 16 Feb 1933
"Frank M Wells died at a local hospital Wednesday in his 37th year. Surivors are his wife, Mrs. Lester Wells, daughter, parents, two brothers and four sisters, all of Houston. The body will be sent to Houston Thursday, 3:30 p.m. over Southern Pacific, accompanied by G. L Jollbois, for services and internment in that city. Direction Wilbert-Hannavan Funderal Directors."

I have tried to find out who his parents and/or family and have been unable to find anything on census. Any ideas who he is?

Solomon & Caroline (Ross) Wells - NY > IL > MI > WI > IA > CO > CA

bhillmer — 13 Apr 2008 8:24:09 GMT

Does anyone know this family?

Solomon1 Wells, b. 1809 at Milford, Otsego Co., New York, d. 1883 at Spencer, Clay Co., Iowa
+Caroline1 Ross, b. 1812 at Wales, Erie Co., New York, m. circa 1835 at Michigan, d. 1893 at Palo Alto, Jasper Co., Iowa
├── Abigail L2 Wells, b. 1836 at Michigan, d. after 1920 at Porterville, Tulare Co., California
│ +John F?2 Calkins, b. circa 1830 at New York, m. before 1866 at Wisconsin
├── Sarah2 Wells, b. 1838 at De Kalb Co., Illinois
├── Francis M2 Wells, b. 1839 at De Kalb Co., Illinois, d. 1925 at Porterville, Tulare Co., California
│ +Susan A2 Coates, b. 1844 at Sun Prairie, Dane Co., Wisconsin, m. 1864 at Wisconsin, d. before 1920 at Tulare Co., California
│ ├── Relepha A3 Wells, b. 1865 at Wisconsin
│ ├── Rosina E3 Wells, b. 1867 at Spencer, Clay Co., Iowa
│ ├── Grant H3 Wells, b. 1869 at Spencer, Clay Co., Iowa
│ ├── William B3 Wells, b. 1873 at Spencer, Clay Co., Iowa
│ │ +Leonaine3 Crooks, b. 1877 at Ohio, m. 1897, d. 1945 at Tulare Co., California
│ │ ├── Roscoe C4 Wells, b. 1898 at Creede, Mineral Co., Colorado
│ │ │ +Martha M4 _____, b. 1901 at California, m. 1919 at California
│ │ │ ├── Mary E5 Wells, b. 1920 at Montecito, Santa Barbara Co., California
│ │ │ └── William E5 Wells, b. 1923 at Montecito, Santa Barbara Co., California
│ │ ├── Francis Marion4 Wells, b. 1901 at Colorado, d. 1958 at Marin Co., California
│ │ ├── Dorothy4 Wells, b. 1904 at Porterville, Tulare Co., California
│ │ ├── Lorraine4 Wells, b. 1906 at Tulare Co., California
│ │ ├── Dwight B4 Wells, b. 1910 at Porterville, Tulare Co., California
│ │ └── Mary E4 Wells, b. 1917 at Tulare Co., California
│ └── Lewis3 Wells, b. 1880 at Idaho
├── Mary2 Wells, b. 1842 at De Kalb Co., Illinois
├── Reliatha2 Wells, b. 1844 at De Kalb Co., Illinois
├── Francina Martha2 Wells, b. 1846 at De Kalb Co., Illinois
│ +Stephen Crawford2 Calkins, b. 1842 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, m. 1865 at Spencer, Clay Co., Iowa
├── William B2 Wells, b. 1848 at Union, Rock Co., Wisconsin
├── Charles E2 Wells, b. 1853 at Arena, Iowa Co., Wisconsin
└── Lewis H2 Wells, b. 1857 at Arena, Iowa Co., Wisconsin

Denny Wells or Denny Depp

JAnderson57 — 13 Apr 2008 2:55:24 GMT

I think there was a Denny something who may have been a preacher and a member of a group called The Gospel Sunlighters in the 1970's, possibly in the south Florida area, maybe around Miramar. Do you have info? Thanks. June in GA

Proven Children of James Wells/Hannah Loomis of CT/PA?

SocketTome — 12 Apr 2008 9:53:54 GMT

I'm actually researching my Ross and Taylor families (Bradford Co., PA) but have ties to the Wells family that I'm chasing.

Elizabeth Ross (1770-1856), daughter of Lt. Perrin Ross and Mercy Otis, married Guy Wells (1766-1828), son of Lt. James Wells and Hannah Loomis. Both fathers (James Wells and Perrin Ross) were killed in the Wyoming Valley (PA) Battle/Massacre.

Daniel Taylor (1788-1865), son of Abraham Taylor and Mary Stone, married Olive Wells. I have no dates on her yet, and she is reportedly the daughter of Reuben Wells and Abigail Turrell (per Heverly's History of Bradford Co., PA). Reportedly, Reuben is a son of Lt. James Wells and Hannah Loomis, making him brother to Guy Wells.

I try to prove everything possible because there is so much mis-information and incorrect information floating around the Internet, so I started researching the children of James Wells and Hannah Loomis to link Guy and Reuben in my database. Heverly's History of Bradford Co., PA lists the following children for James and Hannah:
James, b. 1755
Hannah, b. 1757
Betsey, b. 1760
Olive, b. 1762
Amasa, b. 1765
Guy, b. 1766
Reuben, b. 1768
Cyrus, b. 1770
Theodosia, b. 1772
Alice, b. 1774
Mary, b. 1776

Because most the kids were born in Colchester, CT, I went to the Barbour Collection to look for birth records, and I found the following (Colchester section, pages 230-235; the family record is in Colchester Town Records, Vol. 1, Page 32):

James Wells m. Hannah Loomis, 28 Mar 1754
Olive Wells, d. James and Hannah, b. [___], 1755, d. 15 May 1758
Hannah Wells, d. James and Hannah, b. 13 May 1756, d. 21 May 1758
Betsey Wells ("Bettey"), d. James and Hannah, b. 15 Apr 1757
Olive Wells 2nd, d. James and Hannah, b. 18 Sep 1758
Amasa Wells, s. James and Hannah, b. 29 May 1765
Guy Wells, s. James and Hannah, b. 22 Aug 1766
Cyrus Wells, s. James and Hannah, b. 23 May 1768
Theodosia Wells, d. James and Hannah, b. 3 Oct 1770
Alice Wells, d. James and Hannah, b. 29 Nov 1772
Molly Wells, d. James and Hannah, b. 2 Jul 1776

Neither Reuben nor James, reportedly the oldest son, are included; I have not located them on the Ricker CD (includes all of the Barbour records). I do have a family where a child was missed in the family record, so I know this has happened. There is a family tree showing a birth date for Reuben of 8 Apr 1764, which would fit in the gap between Olive 2nd and Amasa. It is also possible that James Jr. and the first Olive were both born in 1755 (say, James born Jan or Feb and Olive born 10 months later tops). It's odd that two children would be missed when the family was recorded, but perhaps this happened on occasion.

In looking at the various histories of Bradford Co., PA, I have found enough evidence of Reuben being a son of James Wells and Hannah Loomis that I believe he is a son of James/Hannah. I'm not finding anything for James, however, other than mention of his being the oldest son and living in Honeoye Falls, NY.

Has anyone seen documented evidence for the children of Lt. James Wells and Hannah Loomis? I'm especially interested in proof for Reuben since I need to tie him to my Taylor family.

Thanks!

Phillip Wells

MarjorieJoslin — 7 Feb 2007 8:54:06 GMT

Do you have any information about Phillip Wells who is said to have lived in South Carolina in the 1770's and died in Kentucky in 1814. He probably was born in the 1730's to early 40's as his first son Lewis was born in 1774.

Leander C. Wells...Civil War deserter (1833 - 1901)

lthenderson — 7 Apr 2008 7:37:48 GMT

I'm looking for information on the parents of Leander C. Wells, born 5 May 1833 in New York and died 26 January 1901. In 1850, he was living with his two brothers and a sister in Lisbon, Saint Lawrence, New York and by 1857 had married and moved to Nininger, Dakota, Minnesota. He married Mary E. ? probably in New York before moving. Sometime between deserting the military while fighting the Civil War in 1863 and 1870, he moved to Iowa and remained there the rest of his life. His wife Mary E. ? died in 1883 and before the 1885 census he was remarried to someone named Susan. He is buried in E. Linwood Cemetery along with his first wife Mary E. in Boone county, Iowa. If anyone has this person in their tree and can give me some more information on him, please send me an email. I'm also interested in Mary E. his first wife. It's possible her maiden name was Sheldon and I would like to confirm that. Thanks.

Wells Upper Marlboro Maryland

heyjoehere — 6 Apr 2008 1:00:51 GMT

I am trying to find family of Josephine Wells Purdy whose family raised her in the late 1800s in and around Upper Marlboro.... Her father may have been Joseph Wells... She died in 1902, while living in Oakland, now District Heights... she had 6 children, John, Caroline, Mae, Vincent, William and Joseph...

Mary Ann Wells b 1813 d 1877

DianeHaymond — 3 Apr 2008 7:00:54 GMT

My GG Grandmother was born in Marion CO, VA (WV)married Elijah Rice (b 1807)in 1834. My G Grandfather was Henry Lee Rice b 1839. I am looking for information on parents of Elijah Rice & Mary Ann Wells. When/where did they immigrate from? Were they English, Irish? My grandfather said maybe from Wales (Rhys). Any info appreciated. Thanks, Diane

"Big Wells" family

maryritchey98 — 7 Jan 2004 9:44:57 GMT

Through recent DNA testing of my brother we have learned that our branch of the Wells name connects to the so-called "Big Wells" family. It appears that Charles Wells born 1729 in Baltimore, Md., and Sarah Dorsey born 1730/31 in Baltimore would be our ancestors.
They apparently had eight sons, one of whom should be the father of Lakin Dorsey Wells, our gggrandfather. These sons are: Edward b. abt 1752; Alexander b. abt 1754; Richard b. abt 1756; Charles D. b. 1758; Joseph b. abt 1760; George b. abt 1762; Robert b. abt 1764; and Thomas b. abt. 1766. These dates are all estimates.
These sons might have been born in Maryland or could have been born in Washington County, Pennsylvania, as most of them appear in the PA 1790 federal census, Washington County. Some of them moved later to the Coshocton area of Ohio. Thanks for any info anyone can give me regarding these sons of Charles and Sarah.
Mary

George Washington Wells

jackie morris — 13 Jun 1999 11:10:51 GMT

Looking for information on George Washington Wells, married Clara L. Stearns around 1885. Thanks in advance.

Wells family

dingaling77 — 14 Aug 2006 7:23:19 GMT

I am looking to find the last name of Elizabeth, b. abt 1836 in North Carolina, the spouse of Solomon Wells 1827-abt 1904

Dingaling77@cox.net

Lakin WELLS

maryritchey98 — 2 Jul 2003 2:34:40 GMT

I think I'm a descendant of Lakin WELLS and Cynthia MAFFIT who were married in Ohio in 1813. If the information I've come up with is correct, Lakin and Cynthia had a son, William, who married Hily Ann (Hilah) KINNER in Ohio. One of their sons, Harvey, born Mar 18, 1846, married Agnes BROWN. My grandfather, Archibald, was born to Harvey and Agnes January 8, 1890 in Overton, Nebraska. He had siblings Roy, William R., James, Mary, Roscoe, and Idella that I know of. Archie married Elsie HOLMES on January 31, 1911 in Kearney, Nebraska. Any information on these people would be very much appreciated. Thanks. Mary ( Wells) Ritchey .

Alexander G. Wells Family

Juanita_Griffin — 8 May 2005 2:15:53 GMT

I am searching for the father of Alex.G.Wells. Alex. was born in Parkersburg, W Va. in Nov. 1836. His mother's name was Clarissa last name unknown. She was born in 1799-1800 in Virginia. The wife of Alexander G. was Margaret b. 1841 in Virginia. I have all information on this family from 1861 to present. Clarissa and Wells also had children named Hesilda b 1821, James b. 1832 and Anna b.1842 all children born in Virginia. I do not know the surname of Clarissa or Margaret. Any information will be greatly appreciated and I will share.
J. Griffin e-mail jgriff@pldi.net.

Death of Mr. Rodney Dean Wells in Guatemala

davwayell — 31 Mar 2008 12:20:01 GMT

Anyone interested in a copy of the U.S. Department of State's "Report of the Death of an American Citizen" for Mr. Rodney Dean Wells, please contact me so I can conduct research to locate the record. Mr. Wells died in Guatemala on Novemner 26, 1954.

Dave Ellison
davwayell@aol.com

Mary M. (May?) Wells

mstump194 — 28 Mar 2008 8:32:01 GMT

Mary M (May?) Wells was the wife of my g-grandfather Lewis Boggs. Lewis was the son of Elihue Jefferson Boggs and the father of my grandfather Carmel Mattison Boggs. Mary was born abt. 1857 . I have found a Mary M. Boggs who was born around this time to a William Madison Boggs and Elizabeth Cord in Robertson County, Kentucky, however I have nothing substantiate her as being my g-grandmother. Any help in determining the line for my Mary M. Wells would be greatly appreciated. Please email me at: mestump@verizon.net

Thanks so much!
Mike S.

Nannie Hodges & Henry J. Wells, Choctaw Co. Mississippi

vernastone51 — 28 Mar 2008 7:46:03 GMT

I am searching for a descendant of Nannie Hodges Wells. I am studying her parents, Thomas & Melinda Hodges. I see Malinda Hodges living with Henry J. & Nannie Wells in 1900. Thank you for your help! Post here or email me at vernaws@aol.com. ~Verna Stone~

Ray Wells

PattyLawrence39 — 23 Mar 2008 12:43:52 GMT

I am looking for any information on my grandfather Ray Wells. I dont have much just that he was married to Mary M Gibson and they had four children Ray E Wells( my dad) Mary Ann Wells, John C Wells and Robert L Wells. I know this is not much maybe someone can help

Francis Wells, dau of Philo and Margaret Hubbard, b.1846

sab54 — 25 Mar 2008 1:02:55 GMT

I'm trying to find this person in census.. I visited the Wells family genealogy pg (Gen. of the children of Joshua and Anne Manchester)

According to info posted there, Francis married James Farley and had children Margaret and Mark..
I am unable to locate any of them on 1850-1900 census.. I get no hit.. I'm working on the Farley line.

Does anyone have any info on Francis and James Farley??
I can confirm her, being she is on 1850 census with Philo and family but not able to vertify the Farley connection...
I assume she stayed in NY/Otsego Co..

Any help greatly appreciated..

Sheilah

My Family History

zwells124 — 23 Mar 2008 4:49:40 GMT

You will not believe this once I tell you... I am related to King Henry VIII of England. I am also related to General Jebb Stuart of the Confederate Army.

Jerry Leon Wells

j_lhorst — 20 Mar 2008 1:02:49 GMT

Trying to find my father. Had two kids in San Diego in 1972-1973. With Marion Carol Langhorst. Kids are Jennifer and Jerry Wells(me) Any info would be great.

George and Lydia (CLARK) FOLK of Indiana

MsScarlet1957 — 22 Mar 2008 2:58:44 GMT

My first cousin 5x removed, Lydia CLARK (1832-1913) married George FOLK (1832-1920) in Ohio ~1852. They left Ohio between 1860-1870 bringing seven small children and settled in St. Joseph Co., Indiana, where they had two additional children. They are:
Lucinda b.~1852
Lovina/Lavina (1854-1933) never married
"Fanna" ?? b. ~1855
Lydia (1857-1928) who married Elmer Ellsworth WELLS
Rebecca b.~1860
Matilda (b.~1862) who married Michael TRUMP
Mary E. b.~1864
George N (1869-1928) who married Laura BARRITT
Clara M b.~1872 who married Iva M.W. KREIGHBAUM
*************************
I hope to find other cousins working on this family to collaborate with to bring my information up to date.
Will share what I have so far.
Please write if you can help.
-Kristina Kuhn Krumm
http://kriskuhn.net

William Edeard Wells b.1869

tgarrison191 — 19 Mar 2008 3:14:32 GMT

This is my gggrandfather. He was born in Citumwa, Iowa in 1869. Spouse is Sarah Eliza Wilson Wells. Parents names are Jeremiah Wells & Ida Mason. I'm looking for more information about his parents or any records pertaining to him.

Thanks,
Tammy Garrison
tgarrison@conwaycorp.net

Benjamin Wells B. Abt. 1824 in NY

Cariboo1 — 18 Mar 2008 4:17:00 GMT

I am trying to find out who the parents were of Benjamin Wells who was born abut 1824 in NY. He shows up in the 1850 Williamsburg, Kings Co., NY Census with wife "Elizabeth" & children. In 1860 he is in Brooklyn and in 1870 he is in New York City. In 1880 he is remarried to "Hannah" and still in NYC. He has had 4 sons that I know of.

I found an obituary in Navesink, NJ that states a Benjamin Wells was 71 years old in 1895 when he died and who had 4 sons which would make him the right age. He was buried there in the Methodist Church cemetery in Navesink, NJ.

I found Benjamin's boys in the 1900 census in Winfield, NJ as Tradesmen.

Does anyone know of this family?

Thank you.

Carolyn

Edward Lowell Wells

tw1127 — 18 Mar 2008 12:48:29 GMT

I am looking for info on Edward Lowell Wells, b. 1/19/1832 in Oswego, NY. He married Mary Emma Tower of the Hingham Towers (John and Margaret Ibrook). I can't find any info on these two.

Frank Arthur John Wells Married Mary Elizabeth Christoe 1919, Ontario, Canada.

MJWebster — 17 Mar 2008 12:25:55 GMT

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone is researching or related to Frank Arthur John Wells (b 1896 in England) who married in 1919 in Ontario, Canada - Mary Elizabeth Christoe (1890 - 1963).

I have been researching the Christoe family for some years now and would be interested to hear from anyone about this family.

Regards, Malcolm

WELLS

hfrances971 — 7 Mar 2008 12:10:04 GMT

ANYONE OUT THERE WITH LINKS TO HONOR KATHLEEN WELLS.BORN 1894 IN GREENWICH. MARRIED IN PLYMOUTH 1921 TO FRANCIS GRIFFIN HAD 2 SONS KENNETH AND HOWARD. DIED 1975. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED

WELLS OBITUARY Topeka, Kansas, daughter of Emerson B. Wells

sultana_1865 — 11 Mar 2008 3:39:25 GMT

Unfortunately, this WELLS obituary does not fit into my line but hope it may help someone in the future. Best wishes in your research.
Jeanette
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Topeka State Journal, 07/03/1929 page 2;8
JESSIE B. WELLS DEAD
Employed as Private Secretary to President of Bank
Miss Jessie Barbara Wells, 1512 West Sixth avenue, died today at the home following a lingering illness. She was employed as private secretary of Carl McKeen, president of the National Bank of Topkea and prior to this position she had been connected with the state bank commission. Miss Wells was a member of the First Methodist church and had been an active worker.
She is survived by her father, E. B. Wells, and one sister, Miss Hazelle Wells, both of the home address; one brother, Charles A. Wells, of Lecompton.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at Wall-Diffenderfer's chapel and burial will be made in Mount Hope cemetery.

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The 1930 census, E. B. Wells is Emerson Wells born in Pennsylvania in 1930. He was a clothing store salesman. Hazelle is living with him, born around 1895 in Kansas and was empoloye as a beauty shop operator. This is all the information I have on the family.

Lewis P. Wells b. abt 1883

vlawton151 — 9 Mar 2008 1:55:11 GMT

Any sightings of this man born in or around New York City. He married an Audrey prior to 1917, Had a son Lewis P. Wells b.1918. They were living in Pleasantville, Westchester Co, NY by 1930.

try to find my Great-Great-Great Grandparents

mcvfd20 — 1 Mar 2008 5:22:54 GMT

I am tryin to find out who the parents of Walter Nelson Wells are. Walter is my Great-Great Grandfather and we are trying to find out who his parents are. Walter Nelson Wells was born December 7th, 1887 in Dallas, Texas and died in August 27th, 1960. He was married to a Nancy Gragg. This is all we have on them and we would like to know more about them both and there parents. This is as far as we have tracked our family. If there is anyone who can help me I will be thankful if you could help. Thank You so much.

Clarrisa Wells/McWhorter

pgilbert2006 — 3 Mar 2008 10:28:46 GMT

Looking for info on Argyle Wells that had a daughter named Clarrisa Wells and she married David McWhorter. Argyle's father was Anthony Wells and was in the war of 1812. They were from Virginia and Tennessee.
This is my husband's family.
Pat Gilbert

Henry Wells, m. Nelly Van Vliet, Kingston, N.Y.

wellsb61 — 2 Mar 2008 2:58:49 GMT

Saturday, March 1, 2008

Dear Fellow Wells Genealogist,

Our Wells family tree has been stuck for some time, and I’m hoping the internet will help us knock down our current and roadblock.
I’m a descendent of Henry Wells (b. 1720-40, d. 1790+). He resided for most of his life in New York, near the Albany area. He was married in 1759+/-, and his last known residence was Watervliet, N.Y. in 1790. Many Wells genealogists have spent endless hours going through New York baptism records of that time and have come up empty, giving us an indication that our Henry Wells wasn’t born in that part of New York.
We know Henry Wells married Nelly Van Vliet, whose parents were Teunis Van Vliet and Sarah Van Wagenen of Kingston, N.Y. Henry and Nelly had many children: Teunis (b. 1761), maybe a Samuel (b. 1763), Mary (b. 1765), Sarah (b. 1767), another Mary (b. 1769), Henry (b. 1771), Isaac (b. 1775), Jacob (b. 1775), Nelly (b. 1778) and John (b. 1780). Most of the children were born in Kinderhook, N.Y.
We suspect our Henry’s mother’s name was Mary. Also, his DNA is connected to a Henry Wells (b. 1672, d. 1712/14) of Bucks/Berks County, Pa.. Henry and Elizabeth Wells had nine children: William (b. 1691, Bucks County, Pa.), Joseph, John, Peter, James (b. 1703/05), Henry, Edward, Samuel and Abraham. The Pennsylvania Henry Wells was the oldest of six sons who descended from Edmund Wells (b. 1640, d. 1703+) and wife Mary, including a John (b. 1676), who married Hannah English. We have records starting Edmund Wells did some preaching in New Jersey (Burlington County?). We’ve also learned Edmund had an older brother, John, who had a son, John, who married Olive Hunt.
Due to the DNA link, we’re particularly interested in the brothers and descendents of Henry Wells, as well as Edmund Wells. However, some of us also suspect our Henry comes from a Wells line from Connecticut or Massachusetts.
If anyone has any information which may be helpful, a massive number of Wells genealogists would be grateful.
Thank you.

Sincerely,

Bill Wells
- Henry, Teunis (b. 1761), John Sr. (b. 1796), John Jr. (b. 1831), Eugene (b. 1862), Emmett (b. 1888), Ken (b. 1913), David (b. 1937), Bill (b. 1968)

Wells Sand Hill Cemetary??

WFrickey — 2 Feb 2004 10:56:00 GMT

looking for ANY info on this cemetary. Located in Ponchatoula, LA.
Thanks

William Jefferson Wells of Laurens/Greenwood SC

annwellsmassengill — 25 Jul 2002 5:33:02 GMT

i'd love to hear from any relatives of william jefferson wells, born in Cross Hill, Laurens County, SC, and enlisted in the Confederate Army at the age of 16. He first married Martha (Mattie) Ball; they made their home in Greenwood, Greenwood County, SC, and their youngest child was my grandfather, Claude Lamar Wells. Responses can lead to good stories!

Wells in greater Miami, FL, area in the 1960's or 1970's

JAnderson57 — 2 Mar 2008 10:36:32 GMT

I'm looking for a man in the greater Miami (maybe Miramar)area in the 1960's or 1970's who may have been a preacher. Last name either Wells or Depp. Thanks for your help.

Hannah Wells-Dyer Born 1833 PA

BraddockC77 — 22 Aug 2006 5:02:02 GMT

I cannot for the life of me find out any other info on her family.She is my 3rd great grandmother.

Her fathers Name was James Wells born in Pennsylvania according to her death record. They have mother as Anna No record of last name Born in Pennsylvania. I found Hannah with her husband on the 1870 Census for Phoenixville, Pennsylvania with a Sarah Wells age 70. I guessed that to be her mother maybe the Anna is wrong.

This is the info I have
Hannah Wells Dyer born Oct 11 1833 Pennsylvania Died Aug 17 1914 in Wilmington Delaware
Married to Abraham Dyer
Had sons
Charles Norris Dyer, John H. Dyer and Irvin B. Dyer.

She is listed in the Wentz Family book because her husband descended from the family. It is here on this page http://www.wentzfamily.com/WentzBook/WentzBookCh9.htm
under Abraham Dyer

I added some photos of her. The group one says on the back Lauren Aunt Hannah & Elsie in yard in Pottsville Penna.

Any help will be greatly appricated.

Thank Chrissie

I am looking for anyone with information on Ellis W. Wells. Please Help!!!

raquelwells11 — 6 Feb 2008 10:21:12 GMT

Ellis Wells was my grandfather and I have learned that he was born in Bristol,Tennessee in 1887. I am having a hard time finding who his parents were. My dad died when I was 8 so I really don't have any resources. If anyone has any information, I would really appreciate it.

WELLS, Henry - born 1817 at Wilkes Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, USA

asw147 — 27 Feb 2008 5:41:46 GMT

I am looking for information on Henry WELLS, born at Wilkes Barre, Luzerne Co, Pennsylvania, in 1817. He emigrated to Kingston, Ontario, Canada (year unknown), and married (circa 1850) Sarah Jane PUGH (1827-1913). They had four children: William John (1853- ); Henry Pugh (1859-1892); Sarah (1861-1890); and Charles Alexander (1869-1931)(my great-grandfather). He died at Kingston, Ontario, Canada on 10 Apr 1899. Any information would be very appreciated.

Doug or Douglas Wells d. Jan 1967 in Illinois buried in Mulberry Grove

dawnieree2006 — 26 Feb 2008 10:33:06 GMT

I am searching for Doug or Douglas Wells that died Jan 16 1967 in Illinois. He is buried in Mulberry Grove Area and was married to Mary ? maybe Duncan. They had several children, Stephen Dewitt Wells b. 06 Jul 1944 Illinois d.16 Apr 1967 in Greencastle Indiana, Janet, Glenn, and Norma. This is all the information I have on Doug. Now Stephen Wells married my mother Elizabeth Lichtenberger in 1965 and they had Merry C Wells and Stacy Dewitt Wells which are both now deceased.

Any information on this family is greatly appreciated. Thanks

Tennessee Wells in Elliott Co Ky

raider158 — 21 Feb 2008 2:56:11 GMT

I am seeking the date of the death of Tennessee Wells who married Martha Gibson 1875 and whose son Joseph L Wells was born Nov 1875 in Elliott Co Ky Martha was a widow in 1880 in Scott co Va

Clinton Co.MI 1877 died Lydia Tenick nee Wells b.Canada

lindabonnell07 — 3 Oct 2002 10:34:44 GMT

Seek genealogy of Lydia Wells' parents, Simon and Olive Wells of Canada. Where did couple have Lydia circa Aug.,
1811? Which TenEyck did she marry? I'm looking for Simon and Simeon Ten Eyck of Canada as well. Married Dundon,
Clemens. One other TenEyck family in MI at that time
was Cassius Paul and Harriet Euphemia Britton TenEyck.
Cassius' parents died in Lansing, MI (Emma Sprague d1877+
Cornelius C.T.E.Jr.1883). They'd come from Oneida, NY.

Abram TenEyck 1805-1888,Lydia Wells 1811-1877,Abigail Wells,Simeon TenEyck

lindabonnell07 — 20 Feb 2008 12:20:11 GMT

Abram and Lydia TenEyck had Andrew 3-18-1836,Sara Jane 7-12-1837,Simeon 4-12-1839,Dasiah 7-13-1841,Henry Herbert 3-31-1845.Simeon married Abigail Wells who died 1-25-1873 age 31years,9mos.Probably his second wife,first wife Rhoda Alma Clark.[That couple lost infants 7-1857 and 4-1860,Rhoda died 4-24-1860 age 21years 1mo 13days].Who were parents of Abigail Wells?Am thinking she was niece of Lydia Wells.Can anyone confirm?Have learned Lydia's parents were Simon and Olive Wells according to Clinton Co.,MI Book 2 page 105 #2057 death records.

Francis H.,Frances Varney,Haven W.Noyes,Belle Wells

lindabonnell07 — 19 Feb 2008 11:53:32 GMT

Belle (Blanche)Wells was mother of Wells Haven Noyes born 1886 and Florence Noyes born 1893. Francis H.and Frances Varney Noyes were parents of Haven W. Noyes,husband of Belle. Looking for the name of husband of Florence 1893-1927 Amsterdam, NY, surname Teneyck please and thanks.

Earl Wells of Illinois

Amanda — 3 Feb 2006 2:54:38 GMT

I am looking for anybody that knows if they were related to a Earl Wells who lived in Onarga, Illinois. He was married to Betty Williamson at some point. He is my granfather and I am trying to find family history so I can do something up for future generations so they won't be in the dark like me

James Wells (b 1801 in Surrey England)

ksheffiel — 16 Feb 2008 1:32:21 GMT

I'm looking for more information on James Wells. His wife's name was Louisa (b 1800) and they had 6 children - Henry (b 1827), William (b 1829), Sarah (b 1834), Charles (b 1836), Emma (b 1836) and Mary (b 1939). They lived in Addington, Surrey, England. James was born in Croyden.

query

vgrandma3 — 15 Feb 2008 7:01:12 GMT

Any information on James Columbus Wells, died in Oklahoma 1968(approx) married Julia Hughes (died 1915 approx) 2nd marriage to Maime Chambers Moonyham(, birth, death unknown) this was 2nd marriage for each. James Columbus, Julia, Maime had the following children, Vera, Della, Jesse, Woodrow, Thomas, Betsey Lorraine aka Betty Jo, J. C., Ralph, Abigail, Eugene, Shawnee. James Columbus Wells had brothers Charlie, Homer, and John.

Any info would be wonderful.

Burr Wells Group - contact me

maryachtrh — 15 Feb 2008 5:28:05 GMT

Mr. Wells I lost your email address. I have another news article on your Burr Wells group and now I cannot find your email address.

Mary

machterhof@sbcglobal.net

Laurence Wells - Butcher in Toronto 1920

gjoseph135 — 25 Feb 2006 9:17:01 GMT

I am looking for information about Laurence Wells who was a butcher in Toronto in 1920. Please
contact gjoseph@uoguelph.ca with thanks.

Rescued Photo, WELLS, Surname, Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Co. MI

KBarnes1958 — 13 Feb 2008 4:33:14 GMT

As a hobby, I rescue old photos that have identification on them.

I picked up one of a young man, taken in Ann Arbor. He's identified as J.J. WELLS. The date is 1892. He's dressed in what appears to be a tux, with a white shirt & tie.

I'd like to locate family to send this to. To obtain it, contact me at: digginroots@yahoo.com for details.

Kathy