DelanieJ@aol.com Wed, 25 Nov 1998
Obit found in a Seattle area newspaper. Thought you might want it for your archives or something....

AGNES STEVENS METCALF

Age 100, Born March 17, 1898 to Geneva Patrick Stevens and Elmer Elsworth Stevens in Downers Grove, Illinois. Father bom in Oswego, New York in 1862 and named after the first soldier killed in the Civil War, they had nine children. Agnes died November 9, 1998 at home in Kirkland, WA.

She graduated from high school in Downers Grove, Illinois, the family lived in a beautiful Victorian hou - se decorated by Marshall Fields. She enlisted in the Army Nursing Corps during World War 1.

She later attended the University of Illinois and the Art Institute in Chicago. Married to Bernard Gunz in 1921, they had two sons, Steven Gunz and Philip Franklyn Stevens. Both preceded her in death. Agnes became a dress designer for a Chicago wholesale manufacturer, two of her designs made the front page of the Woman's Wear Daily- During the Depression Agnes and Bernard divorced. She moved to New York in 1937.

In World War II Agnes worked in a war plant making radar for the Navy. She married Walter Metcalf. Worked as a real estate agent, then as a travel agent. The latter providing an exciting introduction to foreign countries, their people, unbelievable luxury and awful poverty.

In 1968 Agnes moved to Sequim, WA. After her husband died she moved to Edmonds and then Kirkland to be near her family. Survived by grandson Scott and wife Lisa Stevens. Great grandchildren Christopher, Erika and Jennell. Grand daughters, Darcy Anne and Husband Mark Tinwiddie and Linda Victoria Stevens. She will be remembered for her paintings and crafts, generous spirit and lively wit.

Her family is grateful for her doctor, nurses and medical care at Evergreen Hospital and to 911 and Books on tape for the Blind. No services at her request

James Conboy Thu Oct 03 1996
I am attempting to find information regarding William L. Sanderson (July 19, 1834-June 6, 1919), his wife Emily Tomkins Sanderson (May 9. 1839-Oct 28, 1919) and their Charles Sanderson (born May 1860) and Charles' daughter Ruth Sanderson (born Aug 1898). The family resided in Glen Ellyn and all or some are buried in Elmwood River Grove Cemetery. Address of cemetery would be appreicated and whether Ruth ever married and had family.

Reply: 3 Nov. 1996 - There is an Elmwood Cemetery at 2905 Thatcher Ave., River Grove, IL which is in Cook County. The phone number is: (630) 453-0273.

David Heiden Thu Oct 12 1996
I would like to contact others that may have an interest in the DuPage Co. FINCH Family.
Husband: Stephen, Jr. FINCH

Birth: 4 Aug 1779 Place: Simsbury, CT
Death: 4 Aug 1853 Place: DuPage Co., IL
Burial: Place: Big Woods, Cem., DuPage Co., IL
Father: Stephen, Sr. FINCH (1754-1839)
Mother: Mindwell MOORE (1761-1844)
Marriage: Place: Ontario Co., NY

Wife: Sarah SEARS

Birth: 4 Sep 1784 Place: NY
Death: 27 Aug 1856 Place: DuPage Co., IL
Burial: Place: Big Woods, Cem., DuPage Co., IL

Children...

1. F Child: Mary FINCH
Spouse: Freeman DELANEY
2. M Child: Orrin FINCH
Birth: 1810 Place: Ontario Co., NY
Death: 1 Apr 1837 Place: Attica, NY
Burial: Place: Vernal Cemetery
Spouse: Lydia HUNT
Marriage: 17 Mar 1831
3. M Child: William FINCH
Birth: 28 Dec 1821 Place: NY
Spouse: Margaret ____
4. M Child: Benjamin FINCH
Birth: 29 Jul 1817 Place: NY
5. F Child: Maria FINCH
Spouse: John PERRY
Marriage: 7 Feb 1850 Place: Orangeville, Wyoming Co., NY
6. M Child: Walker FINCH
Birth: 1806 Place: NY
Spouse: Betsy ____

Ian.Paterson Sun Oct. 13 1996
Family History of the Pattersons - My name is Ian Paterson and I am Interested in my families genealogy and
history. I live in Northeast England and have relatives in Illinois.

I was searching through the Illinois web pages when I came upon your 20
year index and there I found an entry - Family History - Warren J & Frances M Patterson #115 Sum '94

I am related to Frances M. Patterson via the Patersons who came over
from Scotland in the 1840's

Could you please let me know if it is possible to get a copy of the above history and if possible pass on my Email address to Warren or Frances so that we may make contact.

Sandy Sturdivant Tue Aug 12 1997
PAUL, Gustav Edward. Looking for any information on my grandfather, Gustav Edward Paul, 17 Aug 1901, place unknown. He married Lucy Nita Wartenbee, b. 9 Dec 1909, place and date unknown. All I know is that they worked all their lives in Chicago. Lucy (Wartenbee) Paul worked for the company which built the Air Force Chapel at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, and I haven't the foggiest idea what he did. I am looking for any information on this couple. In the late 1960's, they lived in Roselle and worked in Chicago. All suggestions, ideas, theories, half-baked or otherwise would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Jan Davenport Wed Aug 20 1997
I am looking for information on EMIL BARTON BARWIS, his address was at one time 310 Shady Lane in Elmhurst. This address came from a phone disc, so I have no idea how old it is, the phone mumber is no longer in sevice. Emil was born in Childress, Texas, the son of Isaac G. and Sarah BARWIS, Isaac G. was my gr grandmother's half brother, I have much family information to share. Thanks for any help!

Robert E. Martin Thu Aug 21 1997
Jesse Albert MARTIN (b-1901, Collin Co., TX) lived at Villa Park in DuPage Co., IL during 1946-1964 time period. Would like to contact his descendants. His father, James Caswell MARTIN, was a younger brother of my grandfather, Willam Albert MARTIN.

Margaret Norlen Wed Aug 27 1997
PHILIP NORLEN (NORLIN), CHRISTINA DONALDSON. Believed to have lived in Aurora between 1869-1877. Belonged to Grace Lutheran Church. Need information on when they married and any information available for them in this time period.

Bill Cavender Wed Sep 10 1997
Looking for information on Sarah HAND, born in Turner Junction on 01-03- 1861. Married to William Henry Cavender of Lyons Co., NY Children: Max Cavender, b. 01-25-1895 Ray Cavender, b. 11-09-1889 Alice Cavender Mother - Anne McEwan, b. Co. Tyrone, Ireland, 04-05-1818 Father - Martin Hand, b. Co. Roscommon, Ireland, 11-01-1822 Looking for records for Sarah HAND and any of her family

Wayne Grohn Sun Sep 21 1997
I am attempting to gather information on my mother's family. According to the 1910 U.S. census they lived at 45 Middaugh Ave, Downers Grove, Pu Page Co., Il My grandfather's name was Charles Thomas GODDARD, from Wales, U.K. His wife Alice (Nee: ELMS) was from London, Ontario, Canada. They had a daughter, my mother, Lillian DoB; 1901 and a son Federick (Freddy) who was 3-years old in 1910. Charles was a printer by trade. Alice had a sister in Downers Grove by the name of Lillian STANTON (sp. ?) Later the Goddard's moved to Chicago where owned Alied Printing, one of the larger printing plant in the down town area. Any information that anyone might provide will be greatly appreciated.

Carol Garafola Wed Oct 1 1997
PIERCE-BALLOU-DUNLAP: Seeking more info on. Lived in Cook and Dupage Cos. IL. John PIERCE, b. 1787 m. Hannah BALLOU,b. 1786. Children PIERCE; Smith Dyer b.1806; Narcissa b.1808 m.Ezra B. CORSE; Hiram b.1811; Lucinda b. 1812 m. John EHLE; Edwin b.1814 m. Candace WILLEY; Nancy Ballou b.1816 m. Charles W. Martin; Emeline b. 1818 m. Mathias L. DUNLAP; John Austin b.1820; Jane Clarinda b. 1822 m. Alvin SALISBURY; Almeda Emily b.1824 m. George DUNLAP; Theodore DeClermont b. 1826 m. Susan Batchelder; Cordelia, b. 1829 m. William DUNLAP and twin Fidelia b. 1829 m. Elam E. CASE.

Christine McCormick Sat Oct 4 1997
My grandmother, Amande PEHRSON, b. October 25, 1885 Sweden, became a trained nurse and worked in Chicago in 1917. She emmigrated to this country in 1903 uneducated. Does anyone know where she would have received training? She mentioned that she had friends at Wheaton College. Does anyone know if there is a list of Wheaton graduates for the years 1903-1917? Several of her nurse friends moved to California by the 1930s and she eventually joined them. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Jack Generaux Mon Oct 6 1997
Looking for information on John BERRY who supposedly taught at Wheaton College before about 1885. He was born in May 4, 1847 in E. Alton, IL. He taught either Chemistry of Engineering. He was married to Ella SOVERNS, not sure of date, but about the same time.

Robert Kissel Thu Oct 16 1997
Alex Kissel b 1/25/1925 Bellwood,IL d 12/27/1992 Warrenville,IL married 2/5/1949 looking for information on his parents I think his mother was Nellie and she died in early 1972 in Melrose Park

John V. Kieffer Sat., Nov 09, 1996
Searching for information on the following LONG ancestors who lived in DuPage County from approximately 1872 to 1892:
Samuel LONG. Born Jul 10, 1842 in Pennsylvania. Died in Kansas City, MO. Occupation Tailor. Samuel Long served in the Union Army during the Civil War. Sometime between 1870 and 1876, Samuel and Rebecca, with their children Charles, Lizzie and Luther, moved from Pennylvania to Naperville, DuPage County, Illinois. After arriving in Naperville, Della, Lester and Waldo were born. He married Rebecca (LONG), About 1862 in Pennylvania. Born About 184269 in Pennsylvania. Died About 1881. They had the following children: Charles LONG. Born About 186571 in Pennsylvania. Elizabeth Belle "Lizzie" LONG. Born About 186870 in Pennsylvania. Died in Bradley, Michigan. Luther LONG. Born About 187072 in Pennsylvania. Della May LONG. Born Feb 26, 1876 in Naperville, IL. Died Dec 30, 1957 in Kansas City, MO. Lester LONG. Born About 187973 in Naperville, DuPage County, IL. Waldo W. LONG. Born About 1881 in Naperville, IL. Waldo Long lived for many years in Maysville, MO, which is located in Dekalb County.

Searching for information regarding the following family: Samuel LONG. Born on Jul 10, 1842 in Pennsylvania. Samuel died in Naperville, DuPage Co., IL in 1923; he was 80. Buried in Naperville Cemetery, Naperville, DuPage Co., IL. Occupation: Tailor. Samuel Long served in the Union Army during the Civil War. In abt 1862 when Samuel was 19, he married Rebecca SHIMP, in Pennsylvania. Born in 1841 in Pennsylvania.1 Rebecca died in Naperville, DuPage Co., IL in 1879; she was 38. Buried in Naperville Cemetery, Naperville, DuPage Co., IL. They had the following children: Annie, Charles, Elizabeth Belle "Siz", Luther, Della May (1876-1957), Lester & Waldo W.

Frederick G. Behrnes Sat Jan 06 1996
I am researching my ancestors that lived in Illinois in the early 1870's. Fred Behrens who came from Germany first settled and married in DuPage county. He married a Wilhelmine (Minnie) Poppe. After their marriage they lived with her brother John Poppe. Later they moved to Bern Kansas. They had four children, Minnie,Emma, Heinrich August, and Elizabeth. I sure would appreciate any help you could give me in regards to my family. Thanks Frederick G. Behrnes

Kathryne Stonecipher Tue, Jan 28, 1997
Looking for desendents of Charles Henry Mason (b, VT abt 1858, d. IL abt 1915) and Ida Ervilla BARTO (b. Waukegon, IL 25 August 1856, d. Wheaton, IL 11 June 1947). They had four children Ralph, Marguerite , George and Dorothy . Ralph MASON (b. 2 February 1886) m. Isabelle ? Marguerite MASON (b. 26 May 1890) m. Claude YOUKER. Children: Claude, Peggy, John, Henry, David, Jim, and Dorothy. Dorthy YOUKER (b. abt. 1914) m. George SONNTAG. Children: George, Glenn, Gary, Greg, Marcie, and Meridith. George Edward MASON (b. 2 February 1893, d. 13 January 1947) m. 9 June 1928 Irene Agnes HOLLAND. Two daughters Lois Jane and Judith Ann Lois Jane MASON m. 26 August 1950 Robert Earl PEASE (b. 7 May 1927, d. 2 December 1995). Children: Kathryne, Janet, Bobbi, and Karen. Judith Ann MASON (b. 20 June 1935, d. 8 October 1971) m. James Morgan CUMMINGS. Children: James Mason and Scott Andrew Dorothy MASON (b. abt 1897) m. Frank JOY. Believed to have moved to California. Does anyone have any information on the Ralph MASON, Dorothy (Mason) JOYor Marguerite (Mason) YOUKER families.

Diana Hanson Wed, 11 Mar 1998
Am searching for any information concerning brother John Heinrich Licht and Heinrich F. Licht who came to DuPage county with their families in about 1858 for approximately 4 years, before moving on to Cedar County, Iowa. Would like to find evidence of their passage through DuPage county and any other family members which might have stayed behind in Illinois. Willing to share information of the Cedar County Iowa branch and gedcom file. Diana Hanson, Professional Genealogist

Rena (Courville) Smith Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Can you tell me if the double marriage of Geawit LaClaire and Mayhew and Angeline LeClair with Andrew Martin 12 Jul 1840 would give me any info as to parents or witnesses? I have not sent for the marriage - just saw it in the marriage list. Also, how do I find out the Catholic churches in DuPage County? Is there a listing of churches anywhere?

Beverly S. Aylor Sun, 28 Dec 1997
Requesting a "look up" in a city directory, Lombard ILL, DuPage, for Joseph SWALLOW, spouse-Sophia, 5 male children during 1939-1940. I am hoping to find the place of employment for Joseph, and any other information, i.e. residence, ages of family members, etc.

Bea Baker Thu, 27 Nov 1997
We are looking for information about James Omar Wheaton born 1872 in Wheaton, Il.; died 1949 in Libby, Mt. His parents (names unknown) were believed killed in a train accident in Wheaton area when he was very young, possibly 1874-1876. He was in an orphanage and adopted out. We are not sure if Wheaton is his birth name or adopted name. We do know he left the adopted family and moved in with someone named Baker. Any information you might have that would help us solve this mystery would be appreciated.

Sharon Neem Sun Oct 26 1997
Researching Harry GRIFFITH, his wife Elsie Nellie, and their son Lawrence Clayton. They are listed in the 1900 and 1910 DuPage, IL Census. Harry was born July 1863 MD, Elsie April 1863, VA, and Lawrence May 1880, OH. Harry is my Dad's step-grandfather, and we have used the GRIFFITH surname. Family s tories claim that Harry met Mr. WRIGLEY, and helped to form the WRIGLEY Chewing Gum Co. Harry supposedly was crooked and Wrigley kicked him out. (Elsie also eventually kicked him out!) After that Harry started his own company c. 1920--my Dad remembers Griffith's Piney Chewing Gum. Harry died in a DuPage Co. poor farm c. 1936 or 1937. Can any information be found on Harry? He sounds like an interesting character.

Carolyn G. Smith Fri, 7 Feb 1997
1. I would like to know what cemetery James Parrot Paxton is buried in. He died ca 1895 and lived in Naperville Township.

2. Is there an Abigail (Brewer) Smith buried in DuPage Co. She was born 1783 in Mass. and died 27 Aug. 1846 or 47.

Duane Wed, 29 Jan 1997
SCHWEITZER and SCHWERDTFEGER - I have a large data base on the Frederick SCHWEITZER family and a lesser base on the Heinrich SCHWERDTFEGER family which I am willing to share with anyone who is researching these two families. Likewise I have a few gaps which I would like to fill.

Melvin N. Allen Wed, 16 Jul 1997
NAGEL//STORCH//HAVERKAMPF//FINKE//SCHARRINGHAUSEN//KRUSE//PANZER//KUHLMAN//MANUEL Will exchange information with anyone researching these families in Dupage County. Families resided in Dupage County beginning in the 1850's.

Sharon M. Batson Wed, 26 Nov 1997
Owen Wenner BUTZ (born in PA) had a son Willard H. who was born in Naperville, IL. about 1865. The family name was changed from BUTZ at the time of Owen Wenner BUTZ, to BUTTS sometime before or at the birth of son Willard.

Debbie Sun, 28 Dec 1997
Schuster, Christian B Sep 16 1801 Alsace, Ger married Elizabeth Z B april 1802, Christian Died Jul 16 1854 Milton Twp, dupage co IL, Elizabeth Died Jul 23 1884 Lesile, Dupage IL- Thier Children- Caroline Married William SEITZ, Charles SCHUSTER married MAtilda, Salome Married Micheal KOURIAN, Magdaline married Benjamin NESTER, Christian Jr married Sarah KERCHNER, Francis, William, Susanna I am lokking for anyone with ties to This Family- My Line is Christian SR to son Martin SCHUSTER and wife Sarah VEIX- They Had Francis Married Elizabeth Drayer, Sarah to Henry MERTZ moved to IA, Henry to Sarah Moved to IA ALSO. Elizabeth married William KLINK, Emmeline married George Jefferson FREDERICK

Mrs Larry A RIckert Sun, 4 Jan 1998
Several RICKERT families (and others) migrated from the Philidelphia area around 1845. Apparently They spent a short period in Cleveland, OH on the way. They settled in Hinckley, Sandwich, Naperville, Aurora, Ill area. A few later migrated to Black Hawk Co, IW, but are buried at Naperville, Ill. Would be interested in working/sharing with anyone researching the Rickert surname. Also researching EICHELBERGER from the same area.

Nancy Knechtel Sun, 11 Jan 1998
I am hoping that my ancestor (great great great grandfather) lived in the county in the 1840's and is buried near or in Naperville. His name was Jeremiah Marlette and he died in 1846. Two sources say he was buried at Naperville. Are any cemeteries from the 1840's in the area? Do you know of someone who could search the Probate Records 1839-1900 or Land Owners of DuPage 1835-1904 to see if any Marlettes are listed? Jeremiah lived with several of his sons in Illinois.

Linda Goodell Fri, 16 Jan 1998
I am looking for information on Daniel Dimond who bought land in DuPage Co. and Cook Co. in 1846. This name is also spelled Diamond. I would very much like any information on this Daniel Dimond. Thank you.

Debra Hyre Wed, 21 Jan 1998
HIRE Seeking information on Harrison Hire who lived in Naperville, DuPage County, IL according to the 1850 Federal Census. Any information would be useful. Willing to share with others searching the same surname (in all its various spellings: HIRE, HIRES, HYRE, HYRES, HYER, HYERS, HEIR, HEIRS). Current research on the lines is from OH, IN, VA, WV and NC. Thanks in advance.

Nora Probasco Mon, 09 Feb 1998
I am interested in PROBASCO surname info, family trees and research. I am starting a central PROBASCO database to direct researchers to others who are researching their line. The PROBASCO's have been in DuPage County since the early 1900's.

Judy Wright Tue, 17 Feb 1998
WICKLIFF, Charles was in 1850 DuPage Co. census. Looking for information about him.

Cheryl Carroll Rigdon Sun, 01 Mar 1998
My great, great, grandfather, David Brown, wife Elisabeth and 7 children moved from PA to Naperville around 1846. They are listed in the 1950 IL Census (Naperville) with 9 children, farming and living with Issac Gentyer as head of household. In the 1960 IL Census (Naperville) his occupation was farming. I would be interested in information on his date of death/cemetary. Also, my great grandfather, Elias F. Brown, was married in Naperville 2/12/58 to Mary Fleisher and we do not know where they farmed in DuPage County, prior to migrating to IA in 1872, nor any information on Mary Fleisher's lineage. Any information is greatly appreciated.

Florence Thu, 12 Mar 1998
I would appreciate any help in finding an obit/record of the death of one ALICE STONEBRAKER who supposedly died in 1992 or 1993. At the time, she was a resident of Naperville, Illinois.

Grbowlr@aol.com Wed, 18 Mar 1998
Would like info on Robert and Susanna (Dieter) Yackley. I found them in the 1870 census of Lisle Township, but would like more recent. Like the 1880 or 90 census. Any help would be appreciated.

Dan Dischner Sat, 11 Apr 1998
JOHANN FRED DISCHNER lived in Dupage County from 1858 to 1870 when he moved to Benton County, Indiana. Looking for any information or anyone else looking for similar information.

Carol Fitzpatrick Wed, 15 Apr 1998
I am trying to find the street address of Daniel Glass of Naperville in 1948. Would someone have access to a city directory or telephone book from that year? Thank you for your help.

Chris & Linda Kellogg Tue, 21 Apr 1998
George Washington KELLOGG was born on 1 Aug 1864 in Ill (possibly Dupate county). We believe he was an orphan at a young age. Later he married Sarah Ellen Shupert and they had the following children: Guy, Ernest, George, Paul, Nina, and Pearl. George Washington KELLOGG is buried in Oklahoma. We are trying to find the names of his parents. We do not have a birth record. Any information is appreciated.

Gwen Butrum Wed, 22 Apr 1998
Could you provide me with a listing of CHALLY's buried at West Lisbon Cemetery in the 1800's to present? I am doing the CHALLY Family research. I know that there are quite a few CHALLYs buried there. Spelling may vary either CHALLY, CHALDE, CHALLEY. My ancesters came from Norway and settled in IL. Please provide date of birth and when they died also.

Maggie Bailey Thu, 23 Apr 1998
I am looking for infomation regarding cousins: Fred T. COXWELL who resided in Elmhurst, DuPage County about 1920. All I know is that he had a daugter named Genie (spelling unknown) who was born about 1929. ANY information will be very helpful. Thank you very much.

Debra Graham Wed, 14 Jan 1998
I am researching the Schuster family of Lesile Twp, Milton Twp and the city of Naperville, dupage county Il, christian Schuster born spe 16 1801 Ger Married Elizabeth, they had the following children:
> Caroline Schuster married William Seitz
> charles Schuster married Malitha
> Martins Schuster married Sarah Veix
> Salome Sarah Schuster Married Micheal Kourian
> Magdalinef Lehna schuster married Benjmain Nester- May have stayed in PA
> Christian B Schuster Married Sarah Kerncher
> Francis B 1843
> William B 1843
> Susanna B 1846 Married Owen Meatz/Mertz

Tammy Moeller Sun, 3 May 1998
I would like to correspond with anyone having information on the surname of BERKES / BARKES. Jakob BERKES and his wife Annetta were both born in Prussia. They resided in Winfield Village from 1880 through 1900 a mother in law by the name of Kate Schmidt as living with them. Jakob worked for the railroad.Jakob and Annetta had the following children: Nickolas (was residing in Chicago, IL in 1949), Barbara HIGGINS, Kate MILLER (both were residing in Winfield, IL in 1949), Henry, Mary KNIPPEN (was residing in Harvard, IL in 1949), Leonard (was residing in Aurora, IL in 1949, Lizzie. Any assistance with this matter will be greatly appreciated.

TheBrandon@aol.com Thu, 7 May 1998
L(A)URA DEMING was born October 22, 1865 in Elmhurst, Il and died April 07, 1934 in Albany, Il Whiteside Co.. She married HIRAM BELL 1887-1888 in Fulton, Il Whiteside Co., son of ARTHUR BELL and MARY ROBERTS

Lori Fri, 15 May 1998
Searching for immigration info on Martin ARMBRUST b 1831/2 in either Schleswig-Holstein Germany or Alsace France. Family notes state he came to America on 4/4/1838 with his parents, but I cannot find any record of them prior to 1860 census. At that time he was in Bloomingdale (name spelled Armbriest). 1870 census in Milton, name spelled Armbrest. 1880 in Milton, name now spelled Armbrust. 1900 census still in Milton. Census indicates naturalization of 1857. Thanks for any info. Lori

Linda Doty Wed, 20 May 1998
On 17 Feb 1906, in Wheaton, Dupage Co. IL, Irene Adelaide HAINES married Edward Wilbur HUTCHINSON. Edward was the son of Henry and Elizabeth HUTCHINSON and he was born in Winnebago Co. IL in 1875. Any information appreciated.

Regine Brindle Wed, 27 May 1998
I am searching for the ancestors of Charles Hayward. Born Dupage , Ill. and died - 23 Feb 1878 in Bourbon, Marshall, Indiana. (And if there was a marriage by any of the females to Jesse Rolland Levaw{Levaugh, Lavaw or Lebaw} in about 1854)

fran.saucedo Wed, 27 May 1998
Seek info on the Michael & E (Farrell) REILLY family. Living in Arlington about 1870-1900 then part of the family moved to Nebraska.

Becky HOFF Thu, 28 May 1998
Researching the family of Christian HOFF who probably emigrated to Ill. from Germany abt. 1882. Had son Christian HOFF jr, and family lived in Bloomingdale. Christian Sr., was married to Dora or Augusta maybe both. Christian jr. married a Jennie and their children where Lucy, Jennie, Cora, Katie. Christ III, August and Whitmore. Other brothers or children of Christian HOFF Sr. where Jacob Diedrich and Henry HOFF who moved to Mills Twsp., Michigan abt. 1899.

Regine Brindle Fri, 29 May 1998
My friend is trying to locate her family in Dupage Co., IL, where she believes they lived at the time of the Civil War. Are there any records of LEVAUGH/LEBAW/LEVAW living in Dupage co. Anything would be appreciated. Thanks.

khobson@ix.netcom.com Tue, 09 Jun 1998
My great-great-grandfather Charles Daniel SMITH b.09-1846, d.2-4-1921 married to Sophia FENDER b.10-03-1848, d. 1-26-1928 both were born in Downer's Grove & married in Downer's Grove on 4-26-1868. He served in the Civil War. Their children were: Anna, Edward, Frank, John, Joseph, Henry b.2-12-1876, d.5-10-1926 in White, SD, William, Mary, James and Lottie. Both Charles & Sophia are buried in Storm Lake, IA were they had lived with their daughter, Mary. I have no other information on either & would appreciate anything on either of them.

Cheryl Carroll Rigdon Wed, 10 Jun 1998
Please note that there is an error in the transcription of the surname, Mary Fisher,(correct to Fleisher) married Elias F. Brown, February 12, 1858, p. 1484, Rev. Sam'l Tobias. Elias F. and Mary Fleisher Brown were my maternal great, grandparents. Thank you.

NOTE: The marriage records have been re-reviewed. A corrected version of the marriage books (as recorded) will be available in the future.

Julee Thu, 11 Jun 1998
I am looking for information on the Garst family [Daniel, Fred, Sarah etc.] from DuPage county Illinois, Naperville and Downers Grove area.They are buried there. In the late 1860s a Magdeline and Daniel Garst moved from DuPage county Illinois to Defiance county Ohio. They are my great great great grandparents. My great great grandfather was born in DuPage county Illinois.Sarah Garst married a Wohlhuter. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

SEASIDERS@aol.com Fri, 12 Jun 1998
R BRUCHER--Dec 11 1928, Naperville. Any further information appreciated. I believe there were quite a few Bruchers in this area, I do have some information, trying to figure it all out. Any Brucher contact me, as we feel all must be related. We were always told three Brucher brothers came to the USA from Germany or Luxembourgh.

Sally Davis Fri, 12 Jun 1998
Looking for any information of Stanford Wolfenden, who fought in the Civil War, from DuPageCounty. Thank you

Grace Waters Sat, 13 Jun 1998
Looking for more information on the family of Joshua Smart and his wife Mary (Brice). Their daughter Dorothy (b. 1812) married Thomas Day in New York. I am told The Smarts moved to Downers Grove, IL Other children: William m. Mary Fell, Betsy m. William Gear, Jonathan m. Eliza Steels, Celia m. Stephen Rowland, Elisha m. Eliza Fell, Phebe to Jesse Lonsbury, Benjamin m. Elsie Barber. Please write if you have this family. Thank you.
http://members.tripod.com/~mygenerations/grace.html

Debbie Motsinger Wed, 17 Jun 1998
I am looking for the family of Lydia Blank, born in 1832 in New York. Her family moved to Wayne, ILL sometime in the late 1830's. I have not found out the name of her father yet, but following are names of her mother, siblings, and her step-father's name. Her mother remarried in 1848. Mother: Salome; Step-father: James Barnes; brothers: Aaron, Joel, Jonas, Stephen, Wm. Harrison, Jesse. Sisters: Sarah, Mary, Eliza. Half sister, Julia Barnes. Two step brothers James & John Barnes. Lydia married my gr-gr-grandfather, George Henry Spencer, in 1854. They had one child together, Emma Louise Spencer. Lydia died in 1856 in Forest Grove, OR from TB. Any information about the rest of this family would be appreciated.

Robert Fletcher Thu, 25 Jun 1998
Interested in Mark W. Fletcher who lived in Du Page Co., IL. in 1845. Where did this Fletcher family come from? Any information most welcome.

Walter Heidenreich Fri, 26 Jun 1998
Looking for information regarding family of Frederick COLLETT born in Hudson, Mich. and living in Hinsdale 1910-1920 and then to Chicago. He had 2 children Frederick and Mariette COLLETT.

Patrick Baltz Thu, 9 Jul 1998
My GGGgrandparents William & Johanna Baltz moved to DuPage County from New York City sometime between 8/1850 and 1853. William's occupation was listed as Baker in the 1850 New York Census. They brought a son William(age 16 in 1860), and while in DuPage they had two sons, Walter(know it starts with W, but not sure if it's Walter) around 1852/53 and Henry on 11/21/1856, and a daughter, Augusta born around 1854/55. Johanna and the children are listed in the 1860 Census living in Bloomingdale. This leads me to believe that the father, William, died sometime between 1856 and July 1860 in DuPage County. I believe William, the son, served in the 8th cavalry in company D and was then transfered to company M during the Civil War, if this is of any assistance to my query. I was wondering if anyone knew of my family, if William did indeed die in DuPage county, and if I would be able to get a copy of his death certificate or something similar. Thanks

Sharlene Mille Wed, 15 Jul 1998
Researching RIPPE family. Have indication that Georg RIPPE and wife Caroline PIEPENBRINK may have lived in DuPage County in about 1855 to 1860. Would like to know if there is proof of this and who lived with them. Trying to find their parents. Georg RIPPE b. 08 Jan 1826 in Germany and Caroline PIEPENBRINK b. January 1826 also in Germany. By 1867 he bought land in Will County, IL and lived there until 1878 when the family moved to Fillmore County, NE.

WhtGrdenia@aol.com Thu, 16 Jul 1998
COURSER/CORSER: Am looking for anyone who may be living in DuPage at the present who had a relative named Allen Thomas Courser. He was a member of the Chicago Fire Department from 1889-1912. He and his father-in-law named: Thomas John Morgan were killed in Williams, AZ., in a horrible train accident. They were crushed when another train slammed into the caboose. Allen Thomas Coursers' siblings were: Harry, Claude, Will (William,Willard,or Willis), Kathrine, aka Kitty. I have tons of information and would be willing to trade any and all to make the connection to Allen Thomas Courser. He did marry Hannah Mariah Morgan on December 24, 1891 in Chicago. They had 3 children named: George Edward, Frank M. and Grace M. Thanks in advance for any help anyone maybe in my quest.

James D. Miller Wed, 29 Jul 199
HATCH - STEVENS - Seeking parents of Henry L. HATCH & Lois Stevens, who were married in Dupage Co., IL on 15 OCT 1845, & listed in the 1850 census. By 1864 they had removed to Madison Co., IA. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

HOWBRAIN@aol.com Fri, 7 Aug 1998
I am looking for information on Janet Ure b. Oct 3 1903 and her husband Elmer Hahn or any other Ures in the Bloomingdale area. I would like to know where they are buried. Thank you very much.

Patricia Sabin Fri, 07 Aug 1998
I am searching for descendents of Rev. John Whitfield CUNNINGHAM and Elizabeth SEVIER Cunningham, who moved from Jonesborough, TN to Naperville in the 1850s. They had four daughters. Any info would be appreciated.

Glenn W. Gustafson Sun, 09 Aug 1998
Looking for Olophina N. (Olive) Lindberg, born about 1865 in Sweden, lived at Kiron, Iowa from 1870 to 1890. Married H. D. Buxton and last known address was Glen Ellyn, Illinois about 1930. Appreciate any information on these individuals or their family.

Rachel Johnson Tue, 11 Aug 1998
In the Downers Grove and Lisle Township Cemetery Records, I found 9 people with the surname of LECHELT buried there. Does anyone know anything about these people? I have LECHELT's up in Wisconsin and Minnesota that I am descended from and would like to find out if they are related. Thanks.

ROSKAYBEB@aol.com Wed, 12 Aug 1998
Searching for death date & burial site of Ernest Oldendorf, came to Illinois 1852, died ca 1870-1880.

Donette Danberg Thu, 13 Aug 1998
I am seeking information on the family of my great grandfather David CADWELL b. 1842 in Downers Grove, Illinois. I would appreciate anything about his mother Sarah Ann, his father Hiram, and siblings Cornelius, Jane and Hiram Deryck.

Karel Kysilka Mon, 17 Aug 1998
I am looking for the descendents of certain FRANTISEK VILIMEK. He was of Bohemian origin (born 1884 in Budislav, parish Mladocov, district Litomysl), my father?s cousin who emigrated between 1900 - 1913 (most probable year 1911) with his sister MARIA VILIMEK to Chicago area, is said to have been a baker in Berwyn (not sure it was really Berwyn), he married in the USA and childrens were born there. His son (FRANK as well) liberated Czechoslovakia with Patton?s Army and came in late autumn 1945 to my ancestor?s house in east Bohemia to say hello. The last information we have is form the year 1950. We have a picture having been sent from BENSENVILLE, IL. The picture is showing three persons: two older ladies and a man in his forties. The text was written by one of the ladies, she seems to have been the widow after FRANTISEK VILIMEK Sr. and she informs that her son is in the middle, whereas the other lady is her sister Ludmila. She mentioned as well the family had a sommer house in Ruskin, FL. Did anybody know this VILIMEK family ?
Are there any family mambers still living ?
Thanks for any help, any advice.
Karel Kysilka
Komenskeho 1529
763 61 Napajedla
the Czech republic

Lois V. Scully Tue, 25 Aug 1998
Looking for information on my ancestor Joseph R. Allard who died in Dupage Co. in 1843 or 44. His son, Joseph Ruddle Allard was married in nearby Kane Co. on 2 Nov 1843 to Lucinda Fellows. Thanks much.

Ruth Kruse Harris Thu, 27 Aug 1998
REPLY FOR MELVIN N. ALLEN---WED. 16 JUL 97
MY GRANDPARENTS WERE HENRY AND MARIE KRUSE BR. 1870'S IN HANOVER, GERMANY. THEY RESIDED IN ADDISON, IL ON A FARM. CHILDERN WERE HILDA,ALBERT,ALFRED,HENRY,EDWIN,WALTER,OTTO,EMMA AND ELMER. ALL WERE MISSOURI SYNOD LUTHERANS LIVING IN DUPAGE CO. MY FATHER WALTER KRUSE LIVED IN ITASCA, IL.

LOOKING FOR COUSINS IN AND AROUND ADDISON, IL. GRANDPARENTS HENRY KRUSE AND MARIE BOCKELMAN BRN IN HANOVER GERMANY 1870'S. CHILDERN ARE HILDA, ALBERT,ALFRED,HENRY,EDWIN,WALTER,OTTO,MARTIN,EMMA AND ELMER. MY FATHER WALTER KRUSE LIVED IN ITASCA, IL. WANT TO KNOW WHO IS OUT THERE. PLEASE CONTACT ME.

Patricia Sabin Fri, 28 Aug 1998
Looking for descendents of the ELLIS sisters who, with their spouses, migrated from Bath, OH to the Naperville area in the 1830s-1840s. Emeline Ellis married Ashley COLT. Emerancy Ellis married Lyman BABCOCK. Julia Ann Ellis married Dr. William B. MUNSON, Susan Eliza Ellis married Dr. Barber BENTON. Sarah Cornelia Ellis married Albert S. Sabin ( the only branch of the family we know).

My great grandfather kept diaries throughout the 1870's when he lived on a farm outside Naperville and went to college at Northwestern. Many of the friends mentioned in his diaries were also first cousins. I would love to get in touch with any descendents still in that area.

PATRICK EICHORST Sat, 05 Jul 1997
MY GR,GRANDFATHER GOTLIEB EICHHORST DIED JAN 1892 AND IS BURIED IN THE OLD GERMAN CEMETERY AROUND WILLOW SPRINGS HIS SON EMIL LIVED IN DUPAGE CO. I'd LIKE HIS DEATH RECORD. HIS WIFE NAMED CAROLINE DIED IN 1916. WHERE CAN I GET THESE RECORDS?
NOTE: County Clerks Office

Patrick Eichhorst Mon., Jan. 13, 1997
My grandfather Emil Johann Eichhorst came to area in 1874 and married Wilhelmina Renn in jan 1st 1879 had 12 sons and 1 daughter. His father gotlieb died in 1892 and is buried in the old german cemetery.i would like to get copies of his death records if you will,and also corolinas death record.she died in 1916 or 1917. thank you

Jim Horstman Tue, 31 Mar 1998
I thought my grandparents Nicklaus and Rosa Fisseneck lived in Lemont, Cook. The are buried in St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Lemont and my mother and her brothers and sisters all went to school there. My mother graduated from Lemont High School in 1920. Both my grandparents were born in Germany but I haven't found anything yet. My problem is Cook County doesn't seem to have any records on marriage, naturalization or my mother's birth in 1903. It appears they may have lived in DuPage County which I understand is just across the Des Plaines River. I found the same cemetery information on the Fissenecks on your DuPage Genealogy Society Web Page that I found at the Lemont Historical Society records. The Church cemetery, which I visited and found headstones, is in Cook County, isn't it? I plan to write DuPage County Records for my grandfather's death certificate(01 Sept 1920) and his marriage to Rosa Dubinska(Rubinska?).

Ruby Carlene (Bartels) Nekola Sat, March 22, 1997
My paternal grandfather, CARL BARTELS, was born in DuPage County, (I think!) on 7-28-1868, near Schaumberg IL.
His mother was CHARLOTTE (BUETHE) BARTELS, b 3-24-1847 in perhaps Oldenburg, Germany. She arrived in the US in 1858. She married H Heinrich Bartels, b 6-26-1841. I don't know the date of the marriage; but since my grandfather Carl was the oldest, born 1868, they were probably married some time before 7-28-68. Thank you.

Tarryl Donley Clark Tue, 01 Sep 1998
I have several ancestors that lived in Elmhurst. I am trying to figure out the cemetary and the funeral home used by most of the family. It sounds like both names have changed. My mother believes the cemetary was Oak Lawn, but is now called Homewood memorial Garden. Is that correct? The funeral home was Robillard and we are uncertain if it has changed ownership or closed. My great-grandfather was E. Norman Brydges who designed many local buildings in the late teens- 40's? in the area. The families I am looking for are Brydges and Sherman. Thanks for your help.

Marsha Thu, 3 Sep 1998
Looking for obit of Edward Kelley . He died in Elmhurst,ILL. July 25, 1993. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Florence Notch Sun, 6 Sep 1998
Reseaching NIKLAUS & LAMMERS - Could anyone tell me what the name of the Luthern church in or around the Bloomingdale 1854-1880's and if the Church still exist, if not where would the records be now. Thanks in advance

Barry Jernigan Fri, 11 Sep 1998
PYE, SUTCHER (SHUTCHER) - My gggg-grandparents, Austin PYE and Elizabeth SUTCHER (or SHUTCHER) were married in Downers Grove on March 13, 1848. Austin owned a sawmill on the Chicago river. Lumber was brought from Williams Bay, WI by horse and team and then floated down the river to the mill. When he died his wife traded the sawmill for a berry farm in Michigan! Their daughter, my ggg-grandmother Alice Pye married Silas Thomas BAKER. She died in childbirth in about 1871. I believe the baby died as well. I am trying to find the origins of the PYE and SUTCHER (SHUTCHER) families. These are the only names we have. I will gladly exchange any info that I have or find.

Barry Jernigan Fri, 11 Sep 1998
My gggg-grandparents, Matthew TUBBS and Ruth Martha LORD were married in Warrenville sometime before my ggg-grandmother, Olive Jane Marion TUBBS was born there on February 8, 1839. Ruth Martha LORD was born around 1808. She was the daughter of James LORD and Elizabeth (maiden unknown). According to Olive's census and marriage information she claims her mother was either from New York, Ohio, or Rhode Island. According to family history Matthew TUBBS' father was named Benjamin. Supposedly Matthew was born in the Rainy River region on the border of Minnesota and Ontario. Supposedly his father came from Tubbs Hollow, New York. I have found a couple of Tubbs Hollows in Pennsylvania but so far no luck. I would appreciate any leads in DuPage county to find where these people really came from. I will gladly share family group sheets, copies of obituaries, copies of certificates, any information that I have or obtain.

Patricia Sabin Fri, 18 Sep 1998
SABIN - Sylvanus Sabin, his wife Marcy Stanton Sabin, and their children and spouses migrated to Illinois in the early 1830s and settled in DuPage, Kane and Will Counties. I have the names of their childen and spouses, but I've run across several other SABINS that were in that part of Illinois at the same time and are unidentified. Sylvanus Sabin's nephew, Walter SABIN, m. Margaret Rhodes, died in Glynn Ellen, DuPage County April 8, 1907. Does anyone know anything about children from this marriage? Does anyone know these Sabins: Matilda Stolp SABIN, 1845-1909, buried in Big Woods Cemetery; Ellen F. Sabin, 1849-1927, married Knapp, buried in York Township; Jane Antone Sabin, m. Peter Lee March 16, 1854 in DuPage County.

Walter Luthin Fri, 18 Sep 1998
four Luthin birth dates - I live in Arkansas but lived most of my life in DuPage County, (as did my father, My Grandfather and my Great Grandfather Luthin. Joseph came from Alsace we think. The other males were born in DuPage County probably in Downers Grove Township or Hinsdale. I will be up to the Chicago area around the first of November. Where would I find information on some of my relatives. Could I write to the County? If I did write, would they tell me if the information is available and then I would send my money and self adddressed envelope? I would really like copies of birth certifcates if that is possible. The names I am interested in at this time are Joseph Luthin, Christian Luthin, Carrie Luthin and Sally Luthin. Would Immigration and Naturalization records be available? NOTE: The birth and naturalizations are in different buildings at the county complex just west of Wheaton. They open at 8:00 and close at 4:30. Wheaton Public Library is another good source (a list of Dupage books are on the webpage. DCGS volunteers are at the library on friday nights. The naturalization records were just entered into a computer (by DCGS) for them to do an easy search. Hinsdale is part in Cook County (just a warning).

Darolyn M Mason Sun, 20 Sep 1998
I am researching my PALMER & WING families which moved from NY to IL. Aaron WING Jr 1808-1848, m. abt. 1834 Asenath PALMER 1807-1860 (Both born in NY.) Children (born in Naperville, DuPage co, IL); Eliza Asenath WING 1836-1839, Charles Palmer WING 1837-1914, Jerome Aaron WING 1839-1901 (m. Margaret HALL), Mary Eliza WING 1845-1926 (m. 1865 Volney H NICHOLS). Aaron WING was uncle to my Deborah M WING 1835-1897 who married abt. 1857 Jasper C PALMER 1835-1908. (Both born in NY but Jasper's family was English.) Jasper's family moved to somewhere in IL when he was a boy, 1847 (possibly DuPage co). Jasper's brothers (birthdates approximate from photo) were; Mack PALMER 1813, Will PALMER 1821, Charles PALMER 1826, Frank PALMER 1829, Leon PALMER 1833. Deborah's sister, Lucia A WING b. 1825 also married a PALMER, John S b. 1828, but stayed in NY. Jasper & Deborah lived in IL in 1860 after they were married, but came West to CA the same year. I have ancestral info. on the WING side but am trying to relate the PALMERs and find the parents of Jasper. Would love to exchange with anyone who knows of these families. Thank you, Darolyn from California USA.

John J. Skotko Mon, 12 Oct 1998
Albina Harris Hull - Would like to verify death date, believe to be 1921. Wife of Franklin Hull buried Forrest Hills Cemetery March 25, 1894. Albina was listed in 1920 Census living in Wheaton on 309 Union Street. Believe family long time residents of Wheaton community.

Debbie Motsinger Mon, 12 Oct 1998
I am researching my ancestors who were from DuPage County, Ill, and have been to this site many times. The GenWeb project is great. I found the Marriages-DuPage, 1839-1861 very interesting and useful. However, I have found an error which I didn't know who to tell, so when I found your e-mail address I decided to write you...
The item of discrepancy is the marriage of Stephen Blank, Nov 9, 1850 to Bethona McMillan, record #627. This is my 2nd gr-granduncle, brother to my gr-gr-grandmother, Lydia Blank, whose marriage is listed on this same page, record #919.
I have records to back up my correction to the error in the listing of Stephen's brides name. Her name was actually Parthenia McMillan, Not Bethona McMillan. Her twin sister was Cecelia McMillan, who married William Adams, record #506.
These two couples traveled the Oregon Trail in 1852 to Forest Grove, Oregon. My gr-gr-grandmother, Lydia Blank, came with her husband, George Henry Spencer in abt 1855. I have several family records which give her name as Parthenia; I also have a copy of a letter she wrote to my grandmother, signed , Aunt P. Blank. I also have a copy of Stephen Blank's obituary which says: ' Mr Blank was born in New York State, and as a boy went to Illinois, where he was married in 1850 to Miss Parthenia E. McMillan.
I would appreciate your passing this information along to the necessary people so that corrections can be made. Thanks for your help.

NOTE: All of the marriage records have been reviewed and are being recompiled. "Official" records can and do have mistakes. Transcribed lists can only show what is on the list, not what is believed to be correct. Jeff

Doris Fri, 16 Oct 1998
Searching for information about Juanita and Audrey BEVINS. Father was Carl Bevins. They are/were granddaughters of my aunt, Ada BEVINS COLLIERS. I would like information about the family. f anyone has any information about this family, please contact me. Thanks.

CFran66@aol.com Fri, 23 Oct 1998
I am looking for my German BEHREN and HEUER connections in Dupage Co. My great grandparents are:
Carl "Charles" Fr. H. HEUER, b. Jan 13, 1846 in Glassheim, Germany - d. Aug 08, 1932 in Wyanet, Bureau Co., IL. He marr. Marie Gebuoone (?) BEHREN, b. Nov 20, 1856 Germany - d. Aug 07, 1934 in Wyanet, Bureau Co., IL. Children:
1. Albert Karl Friederick Max HEUER, b. Sep 27, 1880 Pommern, Germany - d. Jan 04, 1971 Belvidere, Boone Co., IL. Marr. Mattie Mae BUCHANAN.
2. Friedrich "Fred" J. HEUER, b. 1877
3. William "Will" J. HEUER, b. 1882
4. Anna "Annie" May HEUER, b. 1891, marr. ??? PLUMLEY
5. Mary HEUER, b. 1889, marr. ??? PLUMLEY
6. Elizabeth "Lizzie" W. HEUER, b. 1894, marr. GREEN
7. Karl Johan W. HEUER, b. 1885

Carl and Marie came to the United States the early part of the 1880's by ship Port Hamburg. I believe they were from the northern part of Germany near Prussia. Half of their childrn lived in Bureau Co.,IL, and the other half in Boone Co.,IL, and at least one (my grandfather - Albert HEUER) also lived for several years in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co., IA, and Spencer, IA, before moving back to Boone Co., IL. If you think there might be any connections, please contact me. Thank you!

Chicknden@aol.com Sun, 25 Oct 1998
Harrington/McNeil - I am looking for information on my ggg grandparents, John Harrington and Elizabeth McNeil. They were married in Medinah, Du Page County,IL. I believe. They were married in 1837. I am looking for any information on family members of John and Elizabeth. Elizabeth's father's name was John McNeil. Elizabeth and John the located to Washington township, Lee County, Iowa.

Tillie Vuksich Sat, 14 Nov 1998
I'm looking for info on my mother's side of the family, who are from the Downers Grove area. I know about my Grandma's mom and dad, but nothing about their parents. My great-Grandma's name was Mathilda M. Gansberg (her mother I know was German), she had 16 brothers and sisters (I only know these names: Sophie, Elizabeth, Dutch, and Johnny) and she grew up on a farm in Chicago. She married Donald M. Harper when she was 24 (I don't know where) and had two children: Laure and Donald Jr.. If any one has any information please contact me. Thank You!

D Thompson Mon, 16 Nov 1998
I am looking for information on Maria (Dorothea) nee Schunhoff Goedke 1813-1888 and Wilhelm Ernst Louis Goedke 1873-1875 - I am looking for information on Husband of Maria and where Wilhelm fits in to the family tree.? Any help would be great. Any information regarding Goedke/Schunhoff would be appreciated. The query is for DuPage County.

Julie Rosales Wed, 18 Nov 1998
I'm searching for information about my gr gr grandfather Edmund W. BIXBY who is buried in Wheaton Cemetery on S. Warrenville Rd. I'm specifically searching for his obituary. Our family has a business card E.W. Bixby Restaurant & Grocery, 103 Railroad St, Wheaton, IL. An obit from the Waukesha Freeman (WI) lists his death date as Feb. 10, 1916. Edmund lifed in Waukesha, WI and served in the 28th WI infantry, Co. F. He's buried next to his two wives, Clara D. and Mary A. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

Julie Rosales Wed, 18 Nov 1998
Am searching for information about Samuel Dexter WELDEN (Weldon) who lived in Wheaton, and served as a fireman. Samuel (1859-1903) and his wife May Belle BIXBY (1867-1932) are buried in the Wheaton cemetery. It's believed that after Samuel's death Belle Winifred Welden (eldest daughter) and May had a clothing or general store in Wheaton. Another daughter Bessie, was my paternal grandmother. Thanks in advance!

Walter Heidenreich Sat, 21 Nov 1998
COLLETT - I am looking for any information regarding Frederick and Mariette COLLETT born about 1914- and 1916 in Hinsdale or Chicago. Their father Frederick W. COLLETT was living in DuPage Co. in the 1910's.

Paula Ewing Wed, 25 Nov 1998
DASHNER - Looking for descendents and family history information for my great aunt, Margaret Tompkins DASHNER. Margaret was born in Kent Co., Ontario, Canada Oct 1902 and died in Wheaton, Dupage Co., IL on 20 Oct 1997. She was in Pasadena, Los Angeles Co., California and signed as informant on her sister, Francis Tompkins HOILIEN's, death certificate in 1978, and then must have returned to Wheaton some time after that.

Joanne Hill (Yackley) Wed, 25 Nov 1998
Yackley Family History - I am hoping to find out how and where to obtain information about my family history. I have found 2 of the marriages although am getting conflicting information as the the names and am in need of finding out if the two women were related. The women in question showed up on your dpcmarr5.txt of marriage records for DuPage county. Surname: Yackley, Charles married Mary Baumeiste 6-4-1857 Yackley, Joseph married Magdalena Baumeiste 1-31-1852 I have had conflicting information in that the last name of the women is "Baumeister" with relation to these same marriages, and that the two women did not have the same parents. Can you help me? I am also looking for the best possible route to find out any information on my great grandfather Joseph Francis Yackley who was the assistnat supervisor of Lisle township for over 5 terms. The Yackley Farm was located at 1812 Ogden Avenue, and all the persons I am looking for are the decendents of John Yackley and Helen Staley (possibly Stayley). I am not sure where to turn to find out what information is correct. According to all that I have had access to, there are quite a variety of discrepancies. My grandfather was Joseph Francis Yackley Jr. and my father was the III. According to the World Family Tree, my grandfather did not exist in the family I was told he was born into. How can I clear this up?

Gloria Scott Fri, 27 Nov 1998
Looking for info or descendants of Alwin (or Alvin) RANDECKER & his wife Kathrine HOFF. Alwin was born Nov 17, 1900, died June 1967. His last residence (according to the SSDI) was Wheaton. Kathrine was born Aug 24, 1902, died Sept 15, 1997. Her last residence was Glen Ellyn. They had a son, Harvey RANDECKER. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

PAuer564@aol.com Sat, 28 Nov 1998
Looking for info on Frank Pattermann, married to Martha Hoffman. He was born in 1899 and died in 1969 in Wheaton. Want to know of family and parentage. Any info would be appreciated. Thank you.

Trudy Spanier Tue, 1 Dec 1998
In 1900 my MULLENIX family is on the census in Wheaton. WILLIAM COX MULLENIX b. 1833 IN wife MARY ANN JONES MANN BEESON MULLENIX b. Apr. 1834. Her daughter HANNAH MANN MULLENIX b. Nov. 1855 and BESSIE MULEENIX b. Oct. 1882 WI. I would like to know if there was a marriage in DuPage County for BESSIE or HANNAH MULLENIX? If there may be a DuPage death for HANNAH MULLENIX husband HEYWOOD BAXTER MULLENIX b. 1857? Is there any information on his half brother ROLLIN CLARKE MULLENIX and his wife MARY WALKER who were at that time living in Wheaton, and ROLLIN MULLENIX was getting his BA and MA at Wheaton College? Is there a DuPage County marriage for them? ROLLIN AND MARY MULLENIX had two sons, CARLOS MULLENIX b. July 30, 1900 and RALPH MULLENIX B. Dec 23, 1903. Anyone looking for information on these people?

Janet Prohaska Sun, 13 Dec 1998
Prohaska Prochaska Prochazka - Searching for information on decendants of Joseph and Anna (Zikan) Prohaska Prochaska Prochazka. Joseph was born August 23, 1858 in Keado Bohemia Austria. Anna's birthdate is July 4, 1866. Especially information on their son Edward, born December 24, 1885 at Ladowitz Bohemia Austria, who resided in Downers Grove Il. in 1943 and his decendants. Thank you Janet Prohaska

Bob Tue, 22 Dec 1998
I am looking for information on my great grandfather, JOHN KEMPFERT, who lived in DuPage County, IL. Information I have indicates he was born on August 15, 1829 and died in 1898. I believe he was born in Germany. He and his wife had 4 daughters (Dora, Gustie, Lena, and Minnie) and one son (William). Dora was my grandmother and was born in Germany. She married Edward Pilz in Downers Grove, IL, on Nov 3, 1887

JD Howard Thu, 24 Dec 1998
My natural father John Anthony Lewis lived in either Downers Grove or Naperville, He owned or managed a hardware store there in the 1950-1960's. He died March 28, 1976. The DuPage county clerk has no record of his death so he may have died in a hospital elsewhere. Thanks for any information or direction.
Merry Christmas.

Obit thanks to Marta Norton
Sunday, December 27, 1998 The Denver Post (Colorado)
Richard Edwin CONE of Denver, CO, an auction liquidator, died Nov. 24, 1998 in Denver. He was 64.
Services were November 27, 1998 at Bear Valley Christian Church, Interment was in Fort Logan National Cemetery, CO.
He was born June 20, 1934, in Glen Ellyn, IL. He served in the Army.
He is survived by 2 sons; Mitchell, Cobb, Kentucky and Michael, Denver, CO; a daughter, Susan WOLF, Georgia; a brother, Ralph, Aurora, CO; and a sister, Patricia NIELSON, Denver, CO.

Jan Wed, 6 Jan 1999 Looking for any info. on CLAUDE WHEELER. He was brother of EDWARD and CLAY WHEELER of Chicago. Their parents were CHARLES O.H. WHEERER and HARRIET REED WHEELER.
Karen Doner Batson Saturday, January 16, 1999
Doner Family - Looking for anyone who has information on Patrick and Queen (Hodge) Doner. They lived in Aurora, Illinois until they divorced in 1918. Patrick moved to Rochelle or Rockford maybe. Thank you,

Caron Tuesday, January 19, 1999
SCHRADER/LANGE/FLUGGE/FLUGGA/SCHULTZ/SCHULDT
Am searching for any info regarding the above surnames. These families came from Mecklenberg, Germany, some from an area called Bushmuhlen, near Neubukow. Would be interested in sharing info. Thanks

Caron Tuesday, January 19, 1999
BETHKE, KEMMERER, STAFFELDT, WOESTHOFF, MOELLER
Would be interested in sharing info with anyone with connections to the above surnames. Thanks

Joy Dugan Wednesday, January 20, 1999
DUGAN - I am researching a
Samuel Addison Dugan b. 1869 d. 1954 buried DuPage Illinois
married
Katherine Fitzgerald b. 1868 d. 1951 buried DuPage Illinois
All children were born in Britt, Iowa
- William Lawrence Dugan b. 1898 d 1979 (my grandfather)
- Joseph Dugan b.1895
- Margaret Dugan
- Samuel Jr. (b 1900 d. 1912)
Family moved from Iowa to DuPage County Illinois, don't know when?
Samuel had a twin brother Edward (died at age 33) also buried in DuPage Illinois, did he marry and have children?
Any information would be greatly appreciated. THANK YOU

Gail Blank Tuesday, February 02, 1999
BLANK, Reuben Wesley. Believed to be born in Dupage County Oct. 15, 1880. Possibly moved to Iowa, then to Nebraska and later to Colorado. Married Mary Jane Ward. Eight children. Seeking name of previous ancestors and locations.

JanHayek@aol.com Wednesday, February 03, 1999
Searching for any traces of Narcisse TREMBLAY in Dupage County prior to his death in 1866 in Illinois. Am not certain if he died in Dupage County or Iroquois County. May have been tavernkeepers. Wife was Marie Lemelin. Two children were Narcisse and Phoebe. Any info whatsoever would be greatly appreciated. Children were born in Cherryton, Ontario.

Pat Sabin Thursday, February 11, 1999
Just wanted to invite everyone whose researching early DuPage County and other Northern Illinois counties to visit my new genealogy website at: patsabin.com/dupage/NapervillePioneers.html
My primary families were SABIN and ELLIS, but most of their children were daughters, so there were a lot of surnames...JONES, VAUGHN, HOWARD, and many others, as well as many other related families who made this migration from New England in the early 1830s-1840s. Check out "Family Lines"- New England Families Who Migrated to Northern Illinois.
Also, I have included passages from my great-grandfather's diaries of his college years in Naperville in the 1870s, and the full text of his sister's early memories of their 1850s childhood in Naperville. They both have some great descriptions of early life in DuPage!
Please let me know if you connect with any of these families, but most of all, enjoy your visit!

Harry Dell Friday, February 12, 1999
Mahala Thurston - My great great grandmother Mahala (HOWARD) RATLIFF THURSTON (twice widowed) was last known to be in Peoria IL 1862. I have lost contact with her, but have recently been told that a Mahala J. Thurston married 3 Jul 1871 to a Harvey Ferrel in DuPage county, license 4952 V8. Could some kind soul tell me if she was listed as a widow? or where she was living? She was reported as age 47 in the 1860 Peoria census and could neither read nor write, so would be about 58 when married.

Laurenda Hingst Saturday, February 13, 1999
My Grandfather was born in Big Woods, Illinois in 1903 or 1904. I am trying to identify the Township that Big Woods was/is located in. I have been unsuccessful locating a map with this level of detail. Thanks for your help.

Maryanne & Dana Lipken February 14, 1999
I am interested in the family of Henry Stubbings & Bertha Kerschbaum. Henry was born in England but emmigrated to Illinois. Henry ran a large greenhouse/nursery in Lyons, Cook County. I know for certain that they had three daughters and one son. Another source has indicated a possible additional two sons.
The daughters are Nellie (7/8/1893 - 12/23/1966), who m. William John Reuss;
Maud (March 4, 1891 - March 1976), who never married; and
Gertrude (11/16/1892 - 10/1976), who married Juline Daeschner (b. 7/19/1897 d.9/1972).
Maud and Gertrude were teachers. Maud was also an author of childrens books. Gertrude and Juline had no children. There was the Gertrude Daeschner Library named after Gert.
Apparantly, the son I know about, died after having started a family, but predeceasing his parents. Consequently, the sons family did not recieve any of the estate. To make up for this oversight, Maud & Gert both left their estates to their nephew. Maud, Gert & Nellie lived the last parts of their lives together in Wheaton, Du Page County.

Valerie Saturday, February 20, 1999
Was Batavia in DuPage County in 1860 or was it in Kane County? KANE
I am searching for HERBERT GRANT from Batavia, Il, who would have been 3 yrs old in 1860 census. In the census index for DuPage in York Township I found a family with a 3 year old male child with abbreviation of a name shown as "HAPPRT." at reference # 2171/2219 in the family of WILLIAM GRANT. Herbert married ELIZA JANE NICHOLS in 1877 in DeKalb Co. Any information on this family would be appreciated.

Last query revised: 23 February 1999