DES MOINES COUNTY QUERIES PAGE
1999
SURNAMES:ABRISS:
QUERY: ABRISS/ABRISZ, Francis; My g-g-grandfather was presumably born on August
1, 1818. He died on May 29, 1887 in Burlington , IA. The 1880 Soundex
indicated that he was born in Lorraine but previously census records
mention Germany. I'm looking for information on where and when he was
born and his parents. Thank you.
My e-mail address is: Don Dove
SURNAMES:FINKBINE:
This family supposedly helped build the capitol building.
DATE: 12-04-99
NAME: EUGENE F. WHITE
EMAIL: Mail
SURNAMES:HOPKINS:
QRYTEXT:Am searching for someone to do an 1860 Census lookup for
me for Miles S. HOPKINS who was living in Burlington Township,
Des Moines Co., IA. Would like to find the names of his wife and
children. Any help appreciated. Thank You,
David C. Kester Mail
SURNAMES:
LEE:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on the Hazel Grove Cemetery
in Des Moines County. Furman LEE was buried there in 1831, and
Robert Willis LEE was buried there in 1874. I am not sure if any
other LEE's are there. I would like location information, and an
address so I can get the cemetery records. Also, I would like to
find someone in Mediapolis that is willing to look up the local
paper archives on some of the Lee relatives there. Thanks.
NAME: Rita Lee Mail
SURNAMES:
MCKENNY:
QRYTEXT: Looking for Spencer McKenny who lived in Burlington,
IOWA.
NAME: Lenore Anderson: Mail
SURNAMES:LEWIS:
QRYTEXT:Don, I found a marriage for Margaret J. Lewis and Conrad
Snyder, March 31,1850 in Des Moines county. How can I find out if
this is the daughter of Daniel Lewis and if she was from Franklin
Twp in Des Moines County? The Lewis family is in the Franklin Twp
1840 and 1850 census. She is with them in 1840 and is not there
in 1850. She was born in Kentucky in 1810 if this helps. Please
let me know if any one has this information. Thank You.
NAME: Linda MAIL
SURNAMES: FEIERTAG / PENNECAMPER / SCHNEIDER:
QRYTEXT: I'm researching Henry Benjamin FEIERTAG married 4 or 14
Oct 1884 in St. John's, Burlington to Caroline Cunnle SCHNEIDER
b. 16 Apr 1862 at Sunnyside Farm, Burlington. Caroline's parents
were John Baptist SCHNEIDER married 27 Oct 1859 in Burlington to
Permelia Caroline PENNECAMPER b. 1 Jan 1841 or Mar 1858 in
Burlingtom d. 15 or 16 Jul 1899 at St Francis Hospital,
Burlington. Can anyone help me? 21 Nov 1999
NAME: Janet McElhinney Givens MAIL
SURNAME:BROWER
QRYTEXT: James A. BROWER (son of Jeremiah), Of Warren County,
Iowa, buried in Lucas County, Arnold Cemetery. John Howard BROWER
(son of James A. Brower), born in Des Moines, IA and buried in
Lucas, IA (Arnold Cemetary). Also, was told James A. BROWER, born
around 1962 committed suicide and wondered if you had any
articles on him. He died around 1920. His son John Howard BROWER
was my Grandfather, who was killed at a young age. John Howard
BROWER was born September 04, 1904, died June 12, 1947, do you
have any articles on his death or know where I can find any? Any
information would be a great help in my research!!! Thanks in
advance!!
NAME: Lois Ann Brower November 22, 1999. MAIL
SURNAME:
SELLWOOD:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for the SELLWOOD family who may have been
an early pioneer family of Des Moines, county Iowa. Thanks!
NAME: Mary Ellen MAIL
SURNAMES:
FURLONG :
QRYTEXT:Surname I am looking for information about Andrew FURLONG
(or perhaps Charles Andrew FURLONG) who I believe lived in
Burlington from about 1900 and died there. His son Edgar Joseph
FURLONG died in Burlington in March, 1930.
NAME: Charles R. Richards Charles
SURNAMES:
BENTON / CHRISTIANSEN:
QRYTEXT: I need any info on Fredrick Benton b. 3 July 1889 d. 21
Aug. 1947 in the Burlington Hospital. He was buried in
Winfield-Scott Twp. Cemetery, Henry Co. IA. He married Esther
CHRISTIANSEN. Their children were: Fredrick, Jr.; Robert; James
A., Theodore and Ruth (who married Glenn Roberts). Fredricks
parents were James A. Reynolds (1861-1941) and Mary Jane. James
may have had a brother named Augustus. I appreciate any help on
this family. Thank you,
NAME: Doris Melton Doris
SURNAMES:
ADAMS / SELWOOD:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for the family of my grandfather Malen
Adams who was adopted by the Herman Sellwood family of W.
Burlington, Iowa ; Des Moines County; on 12-11-1909. Malen was
born 4-06-1902. Any info of this family of either Adams or
Sellwood is deeply appreciated. Thanks!
NAME: Mary Ellen MAIL
SURNAMES:
EDDY / SUNDEAN:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on my husband's
grandparents, Walter Blaine Eddy and Edith Marie Sundean Eddy.
They lived in Ft. Dodge for awhile and then moved to Des Moines.
They both died in Des Moines in 1959. Any information would be
greatly appreciated. November 9, 1999 Bree
Eddy
SURNAMES:
THURMAN / SNODGRASS:
QRYTEXT: I believe that my great-great-grandfater, Stephen Henry
THURMAN married Margaret J. SNODGRASS in Burlington, Iowa on
September 27, 1851 by Justice of the Peace J. Gray. There is some
conflicting information that lists his marriage in 1859. If those
marriage records from 1851 exist, I would like to have
verification. Also, any information about a SNODGRASS family in
Burlington or vicinity would also be of value. Thanks you for
your time. I really do appreciate any help you can provide. Bill
Thurman: Bill
SURNAMES:
RICHARDSON:
QRYTEXT: Richardson, James William of Burlington, IA. James died
22 Nov 1914 as a result of accidental poisoning after drinking
from a jug that he thought contained wine. I would like to have a
copy of the newspaper article, if there is one, and or, an
obituary. The informant on the death certificate was Mrs. Cora
Kellner. Was she a daughter? Does anyone know who his wife was
and the names of his children? I would be more than happy to pay
for any copies. Thank you, in advance. Please e-mail me at Contact
SURNAMES:
LEWIS:
QRYTEXT: Do you know if anyone has any information on the Daniel
Lewis family that lived in Franklin twp, Des Moines county from
about 1844 to 1851. I have not been able to find any information
on them when they were there. I think they had a daughter by the
name Harriet who died there. The information that I have is that
they lived near Burlington in a place called Flint Hill. If you
have any information on this family I would really appreciate the
help. My Email address is Linda
SURNAMES:
SABINS / FENNELL:
QRYTEXT: Des Moines Co. Iowa. 1930-1940. I'm
looking for information on my great-grandaunt, Melvina SABINS.
She was born Abt. 1866 in Prob. Sixth Ward of Burlington,
Burlington, Des Moines Co., Ia. She married someone with the last
name FENNELL. She was a sister of William B. "Bill"
Sabins of Kansas City, Jackson Co., Missouri. We think her
parents were William SABINS and Anna Eliza Blodget. She was
living in Burlington, Des Moines Co., Iowa on 11 January 1936,
according to of William B. "Bill" Sabins obituary. I'm
interested in finding Melvina SABINS' husband and parents and
children.
From: Dan Wall Mail
SURNAMES:
SEATON / STATLER:
QRYTEXT: Ray F. Seaton was B: 22 Feb 1886, Salem, Henry, Iowa. D:
???. Brothers: Joseph (1872) and Albert (1875); sisters: Belle
STATLER (1870), Edith (1881) and Cora (1884). Ray owned and
operated trucking line in southeast Iowa in 1930s. Believed he
lived in Burlington. Last contact with Ray was in 1950s. Belle
was my grandmother and I am trying to locate any information
about Ray F. SEATON (death, family, contacts). I have other
information about SEATON family history.
DATE: 29 Oct 1999
NAME: Theodore W. Statler - Colorado Springs, CO
EMAIL: Mail
or Mail
SURNAMES:
YOUNG:
QRYTEXT: Burlington, Iowa or surrounding area. Looking for
information on my grandfather and grandmother; Earl Young and
Agnes Young (married name) or my great-great-grandfather,
Nicholas Young, also known as N.S. Young (possibly spelled
Nicolas?) Earl and Agnes Young had three children: Mary Young
(married name of McElligott in Buffalo, NY), Nicholas Young
(deceased, last known residence in California) and James Warren
Young, Sr. (my father, now deceased). From what I'm told my
grandfather's (Earl) family had a company in Burlington that had
something to do with manufacturing bricks. The name
"Stinkfish" was engraved in this company's products.
The company apparently didn't fare well after the Keokuk dam was
built. My grandmother (Agnes) worked in a button factory in
Burlington. My great-great-grandfather (Nicholas, or N.S.)
founded a lodge or club in the area that had a lake nearby. My
grandmother's brother drowned in this lake when he was about 16
or 17 years old. I think my grandmother died in the early 1960's
and my grandfather died around 1969, I believe in Illinois. Both
are buried in Burlington, IA. My father died on December 18, 1983
in Danville, VA (just living there a very short time). He was
born in Chicago, IL on April 11, 1928. Any information would be
greatly appreciated.
DATE:10/30/99
Home Phone #: 515-276-9652
FROM: Jenifer Ann Young
SURNAMES:
BURRELL / ROWE:
QRYTEXT: Looking for information on a ROWE family in Des Moines
County that may have raised my grandfather, George E. BURRELL
before he was placed in an orphanage in Davenport, IA in 1876. He
was born 2 Jul 1865 in IL, his father John B. BURRELL (son of
Caleb BURRELL and Diadamia TURNER of Delaware Co., NY) served
with the 21st Missouri Inf. in the Civil War; died 9 Apr 1870 and
is buried in the Olena Cem., Stronghurst, IL. His mother was Mary
or Aimee ROWE who may have taken my grandfather to live with
relatives in either the Burlington or DeWitt, IA area. Any
information on ROWE families in the area would be appreciated.
FROM: Lee Johnson
SURNAMES:
NEUSCHE / GUNDLACH:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on Albert Neusche married
to Anna Gundlach and their children: Edmund, Louise, Alvin,
Waldemar, Imogene, Lillie, Henry, and Wilhem Neusche. Edmund was
born in Burlington, Des Moines County, IA on 11 Nov., 1878. The
family moved to Philadelphia some time after his birth and then
moved to St. Louis sometime around 1896. I would like to know the
birth dates of the children and birth dates and places of parents
along with their marriage date. I believe Albert and Anna were
both from Germany but I have no idea what city they were from or
when they came to the States. Any help would be greatly
appreciated.
Lori Johnson Lori Johnson
SURNAMES:
JOHNSTON:
QRYTEXT: looking for family of Edward todd JOHNSTON : children,
Anna rose, Emma,George, Curtis, Mary and Carrie Anna rose was
born in De monies co about 1860
D.R. Warner
SURNAMES:
This is a courtesy post:
QRYTEXT: No listing for Des Moines Co, but will someone volunteer
to take photos at Aspen Grove Cemetery, in Burlington, Iowa for
me? If so please contact me for information at, Thankyou, Patty
WIARD, Yirka Volunteer, Humboldt Co, CA
pwiard@northcoast.com ==== CEMETERY-PHOTOS Mailing List ==== If
you need to contact the listowner (Paula Easton) you can reach me
at gentech@uniserve.com Cemetery-Photos Website:
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Pines/2318/
SURNAMES:
AFFLECK / MILLIGAN:
QRYTEXT: 24 October 1999 ( in Australia ); I am looking for a
certified genealogist or certified genealogical searcher to
research the John Affleck / Margaret Milligan family in Des
Moines County, Iowa. Lloyd C. Affleck Email: afleck@ieee.org
SURNAMES:
FURLONG:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information about Andrew FURLONG (or
perhaps Charles Andrew FURLONG) who I believe lived in Burlington
from about 1900 and died there.
His son Edgar Joseph FURLONG died in Burlington in March, 1930.
Charles R. Richards
Email: seerr@aol.com
SURNAMES:
THURMAN / SNODGRASS:
QRYTEXT: I believe that my great-great-grandfater, Stephen Henry
THURMAN married Margaret J. SNODGRASS in Burlington, Iowa on
September 27, 1851 by Justice of the Peace J. Gray. There is some
conflicting information that lists his marriage in 1859. If those
marriage records from 1851 exist, I would like to have
verification. Also, any information about a SNODGRASS family in
Burlington or vicinity would also be of value.Thanks you for your
time. I really do appreciate any help you can provide. Bill
Thurman
Email: wat26pt2@pe.net
SURNAMES:
KUNTZ:
QRYTEXT: I located your name while searching the web for Kuntz
family information. My name is Cecilia Gabrielli. I am the great,
great-granddaughter of Joseph Kuntz, who immigrated to
Burlington, Iowa in approximately 1847. I do not have his wife's
name yet, but I know that she died in Burlington in 1880. He had
the following children- Mrs. Kate Wagnam, Mrs. J.R. Maddox, Mrs.
Chris. Foster, W.G. Kuntz, and John Kuntz (who lived in Blue
Hill, Ne at the time), Mrs. Lewis Zollman (of Lawrence, Ne), and
Mrs. Will (actually, Mrs. James William) Boardman (my
great-grandmother, whose name was Mary Elizabeth, but I have seen
referred to as Molly and Mollie by her family members), and Frank
B. Kuntz of Burlington. Do you have any information concerning my
particular branch of the Kuntz family? Cecilia
DATE: Oct 10, 1999
NAME: Cecelia Gabrielli
E-MAIL: Cecilia Gabrielli
SURNAMES:
STRANDBERG:
QRYTEXT: I am searching for any information on my grandfather. I
believe his name was ALFRED WILLIAM or ALFRED EUGENE STRANDBERG.
Born March 6, 1896 maybe Demoines County. Date of death:
September 23, 1961 and is burried in Aspen Grove Cemetary in
Burlington. Siblings and spouses names would be very helpful.
Thanks in advance!
DATE: September 22, 1999
NAME: Michelle Strandberg Lindauer
EMAIL: rlindaue@ISOA.net
SURNAMES: IRVINE:
QRYTEXT: Seeking information on Eleanore Irvine, b. Des Moines,
IA 1921-1924. Her father was Charles Irvine. I need her birth
date, marriage data and current location if possible. She served
as a nurse during WWII. I am a cousin and would like to contact
her if possible.
DATE: September 20, 1999
NAME: Jon Brandon MORGAN
E-MAIL: POPSWELLS@aol.com
SURNAMES:
BAILEY / O'CONNELL:
QRYTEXT:Des Moines, Iowa. I'm lookingbfor information about my
great grandparents, George (born 1827-died 2May1885, Kansas) and
Ellen (O'CONNELL born 1840, died 4June1912, Chicago, Illinois){
BAILEY. Their first three children were Alice, b 1860 Iowa, James
b 29Aug1862 Des Moines, Iowa and Nell Bailey, b 1864, Iowa. Can
anyone tell me more about George and Ellen's ( Alice MARSHALL and
Michael O'CONNELL) parents, birthdates and places, also names of
any siblings. email:bussstop@dustdevil
DATE: September 13, 1999
NAME: Jon Brandon MORGAN
E-MAIL: AHRMA17L@aol.com
SURNAMES:
BONAR:
QRYTEXT: Need info on descendants of eleven children of James
Bonar, Jr. and Sarah Reeves who came to Danville, Iowa area in
1838: Melissa GREGG, Wesley Reeves, Emily GREGG, Clementine
HANNA, Marinda ROSE, Mary Jane TONKINSON, Sarah Ann HANNA, George
Hubbs, Caroline Seville SWAN, Phoebe Zane NEWELL, Harvey Osban.
Especially descendants of Dr. J.W. HOLIDAY and Dr. Phillip A.
REPPERT, who were doctors in Burlington. Many of the Greggs who
died between 1860-1880's are buried in Spring Creek Cemetery
inside the IAAP plant. Descendant names could be DELASHMUTT,
EVANS, GEARHART, DURNO, MCCRAY, WARD. Please help me if you can!
DATE: September 13, 1999
NAME: Ruth Bonar
E-MAIL: ruthbona@interl.net
SURNAMES:
LAUDERDALE / VINCENT
QRYTEXT: I have records showing my great great grandfather Robert
LAUDERDALE married Mary Jane VINCENT in Des Moines County in
April of 1837, and in August of 1837 was named guardian for the
minor children of Garritson VINCENT, deceased. Burial information
for Robert and Mary Jane state that Robert was born in Tennessee
in 1810, and Mary Jane was born in Pennsylvania. Any information
about Robert, Mary Jane or Garritson would help link them to
their ancestry. In particular, death or burial information for
Garritson (Garrettson) would help at least establish his age at
death, and perhaps more. The marriage record for Robert and Mary
Jane was sparse, but they were married by a Rev G. W. Teas, MEC.
Does anyone know of church records which might help?
DATE: September 20, 1999
NAME: Phillip Cressy
E-MAIL: philandshirley@erols.com
SURNAMES:
MORGAN / HELMICK / MILLER
QRYTEXT: My name is Jon Brandon Morgan, the great, great, great
grandson of Miller Morgan/Sara Miller Morgan who lived in
Burlington and left in 1847 for Oregon. I still live on the
original donation landclaim farm. I am looking for any
information related to the MORGAN family in the area, particulary
about James MORGAN/Sara Miller MORGAN (both died in September
1840), Miller's father/mother. Also would like information about
other relatives and siblings, and the circumstances regarding
their lives and deaths. I will gladly exchange any information I
have.
DATE: September 13, 1999
NAME: Jon Brandon MORGAN
E-MAIL: AHRMA17L@aol.com
SURNAMES:
WILSON / MOORE / MORE:
QRYTEXT:I am looking for Information of George W. WILSON and Mary
Anne MOORE or MORE who where married in the county of Des Moines
Iowa I believe the Nov 7, 1844 by Esquire Cox Justice of the
Peace. The witnesses where Isabel Johnson and Mary Ann Phillips.
There third child was born 10 Oct 1849 in Burlington, Des Moines,
Iowa and his name was Alpheus Miller WILSON, there first child
died at birth on 28 May 1846 (I do not know where) and their
second child was Mary Isabelle Wilson born 18 Feb 1848 (I do not
know where). By 1863 they had moved to Oregon I think. If you
have any information on anypart of this family I would appreciate
it.Thanks in advance, Gerald Rogerson
NAME: Gerald Rogerson
EMAIL: rogerson@interval.com
SURNAMES:
PASHBY / BURK:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for info on Martha Belle Pashby born
7-22-1869. She went by the name Belle and at some time left the
Des Moines County area and went back to Michigan were on
10-14-1890 she married Germain Lawrence and died 6-8-1922 in
Michigan. Her marriage certificate states her parents as Wm.
Pashby and Jennie Burk. I know that the Pashby's have strong
conections between Michigan and Iowa but need info to fit in Wm.
and Belle. Thanks Rita merrills@frontiernet.net
SURNAMES:
JOHNSON / JOHNSTON:
QRYTEXT: My great-grandfather appeared as the 3 month old son of
Johanna JOHNSON in the 1870 census. (Fourth Ward, City of
Burlington) He has a 4 yr. old sister Drucilla JOHNSON listed
with him. His name was Carl. On his marriage application in Knox
County, Illinois, he listed his name as Lee Carl JOHNSTON and
stated his father's name was Henry C. JOHNSTON. Does anyone
recognize this family? I have not found them in the 1880 census.
My great-grandmother Anna OBERING JOHNSON had moved to St.
Charles, MO by 1920. Any information greatly appreciated. Thank
you Donna Donawbr@AOL.com
SURNAMES:
RICHIE (various spellings):
QRYTEXT: Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 1999 6:48 PM Subject: Richie
(Various spellings) I am searching for the parents and relatives
of John Richie (Various spellings). Born April 10, 1800 in
Princeton, Livingston, Co., Ky. Married to Margaret Drennan on
Feb. 10, 1825, in Sagamon, Co., Il.. under the name
"Ritchie". Died in Mt. Pleasant, Ia. under the name
"Ritchey". Buried in Carter Cemetery, Des Moines, Co.,
Ia. From: Clifford Cook Threethumbs@webtv.net
SURNAMES:MAXWELL:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on a Ruth Maxwell: born on
7-26 1908 in Burlington Iowa. I have no other information to go
on. Ruth is currently a resident of the Bahai Retirement Home and
she is very ill. She seems to have no next of kin or family to
contact. It appears that she might have gone to school at
Immaculate Conception Academy...possibly in Decorah, Iowa.
Anything that you might have, from births announced in the paper
to other leads would be greatly appreciated. regards, ninex9x99@aol.com
SURNAMES:
VADER:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on a family member who
passed away in Des Moines, Iowa. Following is the information
that I have: Paul VADER I would like to have the information
contained in the obituary for a family member who died in Des
Moines, Iowa. Following are the details that I have: Paul VADER
Died May 1972 in Des Moines, Iowa. (I do not have the date of the
month of death) Born 23 April 1890 in Stokes County, North
Carolina. Thank you for any assistance that you can provide in
follow-up to this inquiry.
DATE: Sep 9, 1999
NAME: Jerry Dorsett
EMAIL: dorsett@ols.net
SURNAMES: NASH
/ BREEN / O'DONNELL:
QRYTEXT: Burlington, Iowa 1860's Searching for Information about
NASH Family Anna Marie was born 1868 in Burlington, sister named
Aggie. Need parents or other siblings. Anna married Thomas B.
BREEN born 1865 in Burlington. Think his mother was Mary
O'Donnell. Need any information. These are my g-grandparents.
DATE: Aug 18, 1999.
NAME: Mary Anne Patten.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:ROBINSON
/ BROWN:
QRYTEXT:Seek information on family of Robert ROBINSON and Frances
BROWN. Resided in Des Moines Co 1850, 1860 and 1870, first
Danville Twp, then Flint River Twp.
Robert ROBINSON born c1806 PA; Frances BROWN c1828 KY. Children,
all probably born in Danville Twp: Holly, c1846; Henry R, c 1851;
Moses W, c1853; Clara Belle, Feb 1856; Robert W, c1857; Fanny B,
c 1859; and, Georgia E, c1864.
Clara Belle ROBINSON married Clarence A ROUSE. Clara Bell died 26
Aug 1921 in Grand Rapids, Kent Co, MI.Thank you.
DATE: Aug 20, 1999.
NAME: Carl in Florida.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
BOECKENKAMP / FORTMAN:
QRYTEXT: Looking for information on Dietrick Boeckenkamp, (b.Aug.
1839 in Germany, d. 1-27-1883 Burlington, Ia. Married Frederica
FORTMAN in Burlington on 11-6-1861. Need Dietrick's parents, when
he arrived in Burlington, siblings, etc. I'm pretty sure he
bought a cabinet shop or construction business. His son,
Henry,changed the spelling of their surname to BOKENKAMP.
Dietrick is my g-g-grandfather. Thanks for any help you can
render.
DATE: Aug 15, 1999.
NAME: Ruth Ann Hazlet Kirk.
EMAIL:None
SURNAMES:STRINGFIELD:
QRYTEXT: Looking for information on Burt Schyler STRINGFIELD,
born in Iowa 2/9/1868. The 1836 Census shows a Nathaniel
STRINGFIELD in DesMoine. Any assistance would be appreciated!
Thank you for your support of the USGenWeb Project!
DATE: Aug 11, 1999.
NAME: Mark W. Swarthout
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
GNUSCHKE:
QRYTEXT: My ancestor, "Fred" GNUSCHKE died in DesMoines
Co., 19 Nov. 1896 and is buried at the Asphen Grove Cemetery in
Burlington. We will be in Burlington on Sat. Sept 4 and would
like to locate this cemetery and his gravesite. Would someone
please tell me where the cemetery is, in Burlington, and how to
get there. We will be approching Burlington from the south on US
61. I would very much appreciate any help. Thank you ! Donna
DATE: Aug 05, 1999.
NAME: Donna.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
HUNTER / RHODES:
QRYTEXT: HUNTER, William Bradshaw - my great grandfather is
recorded as dying in Des Moines, Iowa in 1914. I am looking for
info concerning his birth, parents, etc. He was married to
Margaret Ann RHODES. Any info on her would also be a great help.
Richard Hodgson
DATE: Aug 4, 1999.
NAME: Richard Hodgson.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES: KUHN
/ JAMES:
QRYTEXT: From: Radcliff Family
DATE: Aug 1, 1999.
NAME: Redcliff.
EMAIL:
SURNAMES:
PARDOE:
QRYTEXT: Seeking info on this surname of Des Moines County Iowa
Thanks! Mary Ellen (volunteer) mreisenaue@aol.com
DATE: Aug 1, 1999.
NAME: Lorin F. Pardoe Jr.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
HOVENGA / SANNEMAN:
QRYTEXT: Looking for descendants of Peter SANNEMAN b 8 Apr 1851
Nenndorf Esens, Germany and/or Henry SANNEMAN b 16 Oct 1847
Nenndorf Esens, Germany and Trientje (?) HOVENGA b 8 Feb 1852
Mohlenwarf, Ostfriesland. All had immigrated to Des Moines
County, IA. Henry and Trientje were married before Aug 1877 in IA
or MO. All were in DeKalb County, MO prior to Jun 1877. Left
DeKalb County, MO for unknown location in 1879 or later.
DATE: Aug 1, 1999.
NAME: Donna Ehlers Walker.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
MILLER / LEE / FORTLOCK / ZION / SMITH:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for descendants of William MILLER and his
wife Eliza Ann LEE. They were married in 1838 in Henry Co., IA
and lived in Pleasant Grove, Des Moines Co, IA for their entire
married life. They had 9 children: (1) John Lee MILLER (born 1839
- married Delia ROBINSON 1862 and died Dec 1862, Civil War); (2)
Hezekiah MILLER (born 1841, married Elzorah PORTLOCK); (3) Marion
Francis MILLER (born 1844, married 1866 to Lorinda BROWN); (4)
Sarah Jane Miller (born 1846, married 1866 to George ZION); (5)
Elmira Miller (born and died 1848); (6) Samuel Miller (born and
died 1850); (7) Charity Miller (born and died 1853); (8) William
L. MILLER (my ancestor - born 1854 and married 1876 to Emma
Isabelle HAYES); (9) Mary Louise MILLER (born 1858 and married
Jack SMITH). William MILLER was born 23 May 1810 in Kentucky,
parents unknown. He fought in the Blackhawk Indian War and came
to Des Moines County about 1835 and settled in Pleasant Grove to
raise his family. His first wife, Eliza Ann LEE, died in 1874 and
in Dec 1875 he married Mary Zion PORTLOCK, widow of Warren
PORTLOCK. William died in 1891 in Pleasant Grove and is buried in
the Ferrell Cemetery in Henry County with his wife and infant
children and his wife's LEE family. Also would be interested if
anyone would have any clues as to who William's parents were.
Thanks.
DATE:July 26, 1999.
NAME: Laraine Clark.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
PATTERSON / TENNANT:
QRYTEXT: Looking for information on Matthew Patterson TENNANT.
Born October 16, 1846, in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, then moved to
Des Moines County, Iowa in 1856. He enlisted in the Civil War and
died at home on furlough on October 13, 1864, probably in Des
Moines County. Not sure of town. His siblings eventually moved to
Ringgold County, Iowa in 1869. Please respond to me. Thanks
DATE:July 25, 1999.
NAME: Bruce Tennant.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
HUNGER:
QRYTEXT: HUNGER, Albert; Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa,
USA; 1860 -? We have information that Albert settled in
Burlington sometime between 1849-1857. He was a charter member of
the Church of Christ. He had a son named Albert that may have
married my Greatgrandmother Bertha. Albert Hunger is in the 1860
Census. We are trying to track from 1860 forward, and before 1860
if possible. Albert may have worked with horses, or made hats,
different family stories come to us. He was to have owned
property during the 1860 Census. If you can provide us with
information of marriages, births, deaths, and the Family was
suppose to move to Nebraska before My Grandfather Carl Hunger was
born on April 8th, 1887. Thanks for any information you may be
able to provide.
DATE:July 18, 1999.
NAME: Albert Hunger.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES: PAUL:
QRYTEXT: Ira Leland PAUL was born in Burlington, IA on 9 Sep
1865. His father was David PAUL and his mother is unknown to me.
David (1832-1919) came from Ohio to Iowa (not later than 1865),
then moved on to Webster County, NE (not earlier than 1875).
David PAUL was married twice and had two other children, Edward F
(b. Jun 1870 in Iowa) and Ross (b. unknown). I need information
about the mother of Ira but I'd be glad for anything on either
woman. Ira married Maude Ethel MORGAN (b. Pattonsburg, MO, 25 Oct
1875). Ira and Maude are my great-grandparents.
Thank you for providing this service. Regards, Bill
DATE:July 22, 1999.
NAME: William P. Brown.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES:
FERRY:
QRYTEXT:Where on the WWW can I find information on Silas FERRY. I
am told he was the first sheriff of Des Moines County and died in
office in 1863. Thanks, Dean C. Wewetzer
DATE:July 19, 1999.
NAME: Dean Wewetzer.
EMAIL:Mail
SURNAMES: SIMS
/ TYSON:
QRYTEXT: I AM TRYING TO FIND INFORMATION ON MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER.
HER NAME IS FLORENCE ALBERTA SIMS. SHE MARRIED FRED ALFRED TYSON
IN NEVADA IA. ON 6 MARCH 1923. I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT HER ETHNIC
BACKGROUND, ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED. Take care, Cindy and
Terry Heltersberg, Germany
DATE:July 15, 1999.
NAME: Cindy and Terry Heltersberg.
EMAIL:
SURNAMES:
QUIGLEY / WELCH:
QRYTEXT: Looking for information on: John Joseph Quigley born in
Burlington on August 24, 1888 who married Helen Anna Welch also
born in Burlington on March 3, 1894. They married in Burlington
but I do not have the year. Especially interested in Marriage and
Census information. His parents: John Quigley/Lizzie from County
Mayo, Ireland. Her parents: Michael Joseph Welch/Sabina Ferricks
Welch, both born in Burlington. Thanks in advance for all your
help. Patricia A. Griffiths
DATE:July 15, 1999.
NAME: Patricia Griffiths.
EMAIL:Patricia Griffiths
SURNAMES: HICKS
/ SAWDON:
QRYTEXT: am looking for information on Robert Melvin HICKS b
January 23, 1888 in Des Moines, IA to parents Francis Walter
HICKS and Ida Eppie Sawdon HICKS. Any information you can give
would be greatly appreciated. Contact me at Dazzlegram@aol.com
(Mary Griffis Gentry)
DATE:July 12, 1999.
NAME: Mary Griffis Gentry.
EMAIL:Mary Gentry
SURNAMES:
SEGLER / ELLIOTT:
QRYTEXT: Would like information on MRS. I.F. SEGLER. She was from
here in Pa. Her maiden name was ELLIOTT. The only information I
have on her is from her brothers obit. I do not even know which
one of his sisters this is to provide a first name. It says in
his obit in 1904 that she was in Burlington, Iowa. Any help would
be appreciated. Thanks
DATE:July 12, 1999.
NAME:Linda Hanna.
EMAIL:none provided
SURNAMES:
SAWDON :
QRYTEXT: Seaking information on SAWDON family. Ida Effie SAWDON
born in Des Moines, Iowa, Oregon Territory in 1866 (6/6). Trying
to find information on parent names or sibling names. Can you
help?
DATE:July 11, 1999.
NAME: Laurie LaVoy.
EMAIL:LRLaVOY@aol.com
SURNAMES: BABB,
BARTON, FULLENWIDER, GILLETT, GUY, AND NEALY.
QRYTEXT: These familes have roots in Des Moines Co. Iowa. If you
have information on or know anyone researching these familes,
please contact me.
DATE:July 11, 1999.
NAME: Barbara Curtis.
EMAIL:jbc.bbinc@worldnet.att.net
SURNAMES:
STAFFORD / SMITH:
QRYTEXT: Looking for parents of Margaret L. STAFFORD (b. 1842);
James N. STAFFORD (b. 1840?), and Mary A. STAFFORD (b. 1839?).
They were raised by foster parents George (b. 1811?) and Lucretia
(b. 1811) SMITH. Believe they may have lived in Des Moines Co.
around 1840.
DATE:July 10, 1999.
NAME: Mark McClain.
EMAIL:mmcbs@aol.com MAIL: 1822 Plymouth Dr.,
Irving, TX 75061
SURNAMES:
DAILY:
QRYTEXT: Seeking information on the family of John Daily :
(Birth: 1/24/1802, Lebanon Co. PA Death: 2/29/1864, Danville Twp,
Des Moines Co IA Spouse: Carolyn (Birth 1806) Children: Joseph
(Birth 1829 PA), William (Birth 1831 PA), Henry B. (Birth 1833
PA), Moses B.(1846 PA), John (Birth 1840 PA), Simon (1850 PA) and
Aaron (1844 PA)
If anyone has any information on this family, please email me. I
have extensive information on the descendants of Moses B. Daily
and some information on Joseph, William and Henry.
DATE:July 10, 1999.
NAME:unsigned.
EMAIL:npiper@maxiis.com
SURNAMES:
KASSEL:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for any information on the KASSEL name for
a friend. George William Kassel, born Jan 20, 1906, in
Burlington, IA, is presently age 93. Any information would be
helpful.
DATE: July 9, 1999.
NAME: Gary Bullinger.
EMAIL:Gbullinger@aol.com
SURNAMES: WARE
/ BISHOP / STRANGE:
QRYTEXT: Am looking for family of Benjamin F. WARE a Civil War
soldier buried in Glendon, Iowa. His daughter Adella Ware m.
David MOWERY in Des Moines. ADELLA WARE'S mother was SARAH ANN
(BISHOP) WARE and after BENJAMIN FRANKLIN WARE's death she
married BASIL STRANGE in the Des Moines area. Would be interesed
in hearing from any people who have knowledge of this family. I
am ggrand daughter of Benjamin Ware.
DATE: July 10, 1999.
NAME: Marilyn Bolster Zimmer.
EMAIL:Marzim100@aol.com
SURNAMES: DAVIS
/ ZION:
QRYTEXT: David Lovejoy Davis (1806-1880) married a Lavena Zion
(1820-1909) and lived, died and was buried in DES MOINES county.
David L. Davis married Lavena Zion in 1850. They were both died
and/or were buried in Pleasant Grove, Des Moines County. I only
know of one son, John Wesley Davis, born 1856 my great-great
grandfather.
I have some background on the Zion family but none as to the
siblings of John Wesley Davis, who coincidently was a Methodist
minister, primarily in Lincoln, Nebraska. I would like to know
more about the ancestry of David Lovejoy Davis. Was his mother a
Lovejoy?
Your assistance is appreciated.
DATE: July 9, 1999.
NAME: G.G.Bones.
EMAIL:Ggbones80@aol.com
SURNAMES:
THOMPSON:
QRYTEXT: Looking for information on the parents of George Elisha
Thompson born 05/12/1892 in Burlington, IA and died 12/12/1966 in
Morgan Co., IL. His father's name was Charles Franklin Thompson
but am unsure of his mothers. Any help would be greatly
appreciated. J Maher
DATE:June 9, 1999.
NAME: J. Maher.
EMAIL:jmaher0913@aol.com
SURNAMES:
LOFTUS:
QRYTEXT:Does any one recognize this? Oh me auld torn petticoat,
Tishy, tishy dee, Me auld torn petticoat, I bought at Castlebar
(pronounced Cashelbar) We are looking for a LOFTUS family who
lived between Castlebar and Balla during the mid-1800s and later
moved to DesMoines County, Iowa. DATE: July 8, 1999. NAME:
Margaret Loftus Mar. EMAIL: not given
SURNAMES:BABB /
BARTON / FULLWIDER / GILLETT / GUY / NEALY:
QRYTEXT:These families have roots in DesMoines Co. Iowa. If you
have relatives in any of these families, please contact me.
DATE:June 29, 1999.
NAME:Barbara Curtis.
EMAIL:jbc.bbinc@worldnet.att.net
SURNAMES:THOMPSON
/ SWENSON:
QRYTEXT:JAMES EDGAR THOMPSON, b. approx 1859, Crawfordsville,
Indiana. Moved to Kansas where he and his wife Hilda Swenson had
two son's and a daughter James Alva b.1911 and Narvis b. 1913.
and Dorothy 1918. Moved to Iowa where they had a daughter and son
William Hale 1920 and Jeanette 1923. James Edgar died Des Moines,
Iowa 1931. Can anybody tell me anything about him or his
father????Thanks Tom
DATE:June 27, 1999.
NAME:Tom and Betty Thompson.
EMAIL:tfl3411@montana.com
SURNAMES:MOYER
/ SMITH:
QRYTEXT:Looking for any information regarding James E. SMITH who
married Nellie A. (MOYER) SMITH. They had several children, one
of which is CLAUDE D. SMITH who was my greatgrandfather. He was
born in Burlington, Iowa in 1875. Thanks for your help.
DATE:June 27, 1999.
NAME:Claudia.
EMAIL:GRamToots@aol.com
SURNAMES:MASON
/ FARLEY:
QRYTEXT:I am looking for a Farley? or possibly Henry Mason who
married Gay one of there children is Elmer Conklin Mason who
married Mary Ellen Wagoner. My grandmother Ruth Elda Mason told
me that Gay was delivered by the DR who wrote LITTLE BROWN CHURCH
IN THE VALE and also that Gay's picture was in the Des Moines
County Courthouse when I asked her why she said because they were
one of the first settlers in Iowa. Any help would be appreciated.
I am going to a Mason Family Reunion soon and would be happy to
help you with any information I get from there. Kim Bevans
DATE:June 27, 1999.
NAME:Kim Bevens.
EMAIL:
SURNAMES:CARR /
LAMPHIER:
QRYTEXT:Searching for Susan Lamphier of Des Moines County. She
had responded to a query I had posted on my grandfather John
Henry CARR from Burlington,Iowa. However her e-mail address is no
longer valid and it appears she is related to me on the LAMPHIER
side of the family. I would like to hear from her as I do have
information on Denny LAMPHIER to share with her. Karen Willis
DATE:June 27, 1999.
NAME:Karen Willis.
EMAIL:KAYBEAR01@AOL.COM
SURNAMES:WATSON
/ BORDER:
QRYTEXT:I am looking for Henry William Watson m. Eunice Abbigail
Border, m. prior 1879. As children we had contact with the family
in Burlington, IA, but subsequently lost contact. Any help
appreciated.
DATE:June 27, 1999.
NAME:Mary Cull.
EMAIL:bozo@mhtc.net
SURNAMES:
DAILY:
QRYTEXT: Seeking information on the family of John Daily :
(Birth: 1/24/1802, Lebanon Co. PA Death: 2/29/1864, Danville Twp,
Des Moines Co IA Spouse: Carolyn (Birth 1806) Children: Joseph
(Birth 1829 PA), William (Birth 1831 PA), Henry B. (Birth 1833
PA), Moses B.(1846 PA), John (Birth 1840 PA), Simon (1850 PA) and
Aaron (1844 PA)If anyone has any information on this family,
please email me. I have extensive information on the descendants
ofMoses B. Daily and some information on Joseph, William and
Henry.
DATE:July 2, 1999.
NAME:Nancy J. Piper.
EMAIL:npiper@maxiis.com
SURNAMES:
SORENSON:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for any info on Aral SORENSON, who was an
orthodontist or dentist in Burlington. I know he lived there in
June of 1969, according to his brother's obit. Would like to find
a death date and obits for him and his wife, Margaret. Aral was
born at Inwood, IA in 1903; don't have a birthdate for Margaret.
Thank you.
DATE:June 25, 1999.
NAME: Barb F.
EMAIL:D4146@aol.com
SURNAMES:
LARSON:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on Charles A. Larson and
wife Charlotte "Lotte"; children Ada, Ernest and Frieda
(Freda). Parents and Ada were born in Sweden. Charles and Lotte
spent their last days at an "Old Folks Home", I think
in or around Mediapolis. I would appreciate any word about their
near-by burial places or any details. They were probably members
of a Lutheran church in Burlington. Thank you.
DATE:June 27, 1999.
NAME: Joy Barnett.
EMAIL:jbarnett@megsinet.net
SURNAMES:
CAMERON:
QRYTEXT:Looking for Jack L. Cameron born Feb. 1919 in Desmoines
to Minnie (Maudie) Smith and John (Jack) Cameron. Minnie was from
Marshalltown Iowa and the adopted daughter of Lewis Robert
Maytag. She was born the 12th of Aug. 1895. John Cameron was born
the 12th of June 1885 in Port Huron Michigan. Looking for
information on theses relatives. Laurie Range (nee-Cameron).
DATE:June 25, 1999.
NAME: Laurie Range (nee Cameron).
EMAIL:delitoo@aol.com
SURNAMES:SPENCER
/ GALLAGHER:
QRYTEXT:Seeking information on the following SPENCERS found in
1880 IA Burlington Co. census in Burlington: Robert S. SPENCER b
abt 1842 OH; William SPENCER b abt 1827; Richard SPENCER b abt
1823 PA. My husband is descended from Thomas A. SPENCER b abt
1838 in VA/WVA, son of Thomas SPENCER b abt 1796 in PA and Mary
GALLAGHER, who died in Polk Co. IA, who could be related to the
above SPENCERS.
DATE:June 28, 1999.
NAME:Spencer.
EMAIL:rspe438094@aol.com
SURNAMES:
PERDUE / STEWART:
QRYTEXT: Seeking information about Francis Perdue family of
DesMoines County, Iowa. Will dated Oct 1849 named sons William
and Thomas and daughters Elizabeth (wife of John S. Perdue) and
Nancy Stewart (wife of Stephen Stewart)
DATE:June 22, 1999.
NAME: Betty Ralph.
EMAIL:bralph@hiwaay.net
SURNAMES:
WRIGHT / KIMBLE:
QRYTEXT: Rachel WRIGHT KIMBLE b. 1808 PA? m. David KIMBLE 1828.
Their children: Martha Ann b. 1829; Adeline b. 1831; Hulda b.
1836 and Juliate K.b. 1840 IOWA. Rachel died 31 July 1868 Des
Moines Co., IA. Need mothers name- father John WRIGHT. Also,
would like to exchange info with desc. of above.Thank you.
DATE:June 20, 1999.
NAME: Julia Joaquin.
EMAIL:xrsv23a@prodigy.com
SURNAMES:
MORGAN:
QRYTEXT: I'm interested in finding out anything about Oliver P.
MORGAN who was my great-grandfather. Born in 1869; worked at the
prison in Ft. Madison. I believe he died in the mid to late
1890's. Thanks,
DATE: June 12, 1999.
NAME: Dennis Morgan
EMAIL:
SURNAMES: SCOTT
/ COLLINS:
QRYTEXT:David SCOTT and wife Catherine (COLLINS) SCOTT moved to
Des Moines County, Iowa, in 1839/40 from Belmont County, Ohio.
Family originated in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. The family may
have been constructed as follows: William SCOTT (b. 1815),
married Elizabeth GRAY 1835, he died in California; Andrew SCOTT
(b. 1816), married Eliza Jane RIGGS 1846, to northern Missouri;
John SCOTT (b. abt 1818), married Temperance LORTON 1847, to
Colorado; Sarah SCOTT (no further info), David SCOTT, Jr., md.
Elizabeth BARNS/BARNES 1845; Martha SCOTT (b. 1822), married
James MINKS 1845 and died in Colorado; Samuel R. SCOTT (b. abt
1826), married Mary A. 1853; Mary SCOTT (b. abt 1832), no further
info; James SCOTT (b. abt 1834 in Ohio or Indiana), no further
info. Would appreciate corresponding with anyone who might have
further information on any of these families.
DATE: June 12, 1999.
NAME: Clifford Wasley.
EMAIL:
SURNAMES:
HIGGERSON:
QRYTEXT: My grandfather William Mortimor HIGGERSON was born in
Des Moines County, Iowa (I believe near Yarmouth) in either 1874
or 1875 and died in 1920. I am looking for information on his
father and mother. Their names were Richard HIGGERSON and Sydney
NEWHOUSE. According to an obituary from a 1920 Mt. Pleasant paper
Richard HIGGERSON died when William was 8. This would put his
death possibly in either 1882 or 1883. Can you give information
concerning Richard HIGGERSON's death or a marriage record or
census information. Also according to this article Richard
HIGGERSON and Sydney NEWHOUSE had three other children. Clara,
Mary Belle, and Clarence. I live in Kansas now and have no way of
looking for this information out here. I would be very willing to
pay for any information.
Thank you for your time.
DATE: June 2, 1999 NAME: Lori A. (Higgerson) Westphal 407 Country
Hills Court
Augusta, Kansas 67010
(316) 383-7251 (daytime)
(316) 775-3137 (evening)
EMAIL:brianwestphal@earthlink.net
SURNAMES:
HUBERTY / PATTON:
QRYTEXT: Looking for marriage record of Eldeena Anita Patton to
Vincent Wayne Huberty in either Ottunwa or Burlington, Iowa.
DATE: June 2, 1999.
NAME: Clifford Wasley.
EMAIL:auxx@mail.softcom.net
SURNAMES: DORAN
/ ROLDS:
QRYTEXT: Henry William Doran b. 1876, Anna C. Rolds b Sep 5,
1882, are my paternal ggrandparents, and I would like to learn as
much information as I can on their parents and descendents. He
was possibly b. in Oakville, IA. They were married Oct 30, 1900,
in or around Burlington, IA. Any help appreciated.
DATE: May 31, 1999.
NAME: Michael Doran.
EMAIL:Michael Doran
SURNAMES:NICKOLS
/ DOWNER / PATTERSON:
QRYTEXT: NICKOLS William Henry born Feburary 8, 1852 Died
Janurary 4, 1939. Resided around the Des Moines county area, near
Morning Sun, Iowa. What I am looking for is any information of my
Great Grandfather Samuel Nickols. I do know he married an Indian
from the Blackfoot tribe. All I know is he called her Nancy. I
don't know if it is possible to find anyone who may have links or
information to get me beyond Nancy. I would like to find out more
of my Indian heritage for my grandchildren. William Henry Nickols
married Elizabeth Ellen Downer on May 31, 1892. Her parents were
Erwin Downer and Lydia Ann Patterson.
DATE: May 27, 1999.
NAME: Aletha Lovell
EMAIL:Aletha Lovell
SURNAMES:MINNER
/ DANIELS:
QRYTEXT:Looking for info on Philip N MINNER born 1829 Wellsville,
Columbiana, OH and wife Margaret E DANIELS born 1840 Piqua,
Miami, OH. Children, all born Burlington, Des Moines Iowa were:
John b. 1859 d.1910; Charles b.1860; George b.1862 d. 1926;
Theodore b1864 d.1865; Dora b.1868 d.1949; Philip N b. 1870
d.1912; Samuel b. 1872; Daniel H b. 1876; Margaret b. 1879.
DATE: May 26, 1999.
NAME:Philip Minner
EMAIL:Phillip Minner
SURNAMES: LUSK
/ LINES:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for information on John and Catherine LUSK.
According to Census records they were in Pleasant Grove township
in 1856, then Catherine and daughter, Sarah E. Lusk, were in
Franklin township, in the 1860 census. There were at least four
children born to John and Catherine LUSK, W.B.E., H.M., Albert S.
and Sarah E. Sarah E. LUSK married Elijah LINES. I am looking for
marriage information on Sarah and Elijah LINES, also. Any and all
information on this family will be greatly appreciated. Thank you
DATE: May 25, 1999.
NAME: Debbie KOCH
EMAIL:Debbie Koch
SURNAMES:
ADELHELM:
QRYTEXT:ADELHELM, Christian Frederick. Died in Burlington on
l-14-22. I am looking for documents or information concerning
Christian or any of his four children. They were Katherine
Adelhelm, Caroline Adelhelm and Julia Adelhelm, all of Burlington
and Charles F. Adelhelm of Denver, Colorado. My name is Arthur A.
Neu and I can be contacted at naomineu@pionet.net.
DATE: May 23, 1999.
NAME:Arthur Neu
EMAIL:Arthur Neu
SURNAMES:
CARLSON / ANDERSON / BURGESON / MOBERG:
QRYTEXT: Andrew P. Carlson and wife Anna R. ANDERSON married in
Sweden about 1850 and immegrated to USA where they settled near
Princeton, IL. First child John Andrew was born here. In about
1853 - 1854 this family moved in or near Burlington, Des Moines
Co. Iowa. Here this family settled for many years and had 5
additional children, Henry Alexander, David W., Sophie, Alma and
Amy.
This family moved on to Nebraska to Fillmore county near
Shickley, Nebraska prior to 1880, all except John the oldest son.
John married Augusta BURGESON, daughter of Britta and Johan
BURGESON on June 20, 1877 in Burlington, Iowa. Prior to 1885 John
and his family moved also to Fillmore County, Nebraska near
Schickley.
Meanwhile Andrew P and Anna R. CARLSON moved on to Axtell,
Kearney, Co. Nebraska with the rest of their family, minus John,
just prior to the 1885 Nebraska State Census. It was thought by
family that Andrew P. CARLSON had a sister Bertha who came to
America with Andrew and anna and that Bertha married a MOBERG and
then moved from Burlington back east to Brockton or Boston, Mass.
If anyone has any links to this family please contact me.
DATE: May 20, 1999.
NAME: Jeannene Olson
EMAIL:Barney@gtmc.net
SURNAMES:
ANDREASSON / ANDERSON:
QRYTEXT: Seeking descendents of Einer Anderson who lived in Des
Moines. His parents were Selma Andreasson from Tjorn, Sweden Mar
1897 and Alfred Anderson who had two sons before their marriage.
Their children were Einer, Florence, Allen, and Ake. Would love
to hear relevant information about this family.
DATE: May 16, 1999.
NAME: Louise Anderson, Australia
EMAIL: lougreg@pipeline.com.au
SURNAMES:
ROBERTS / HOPKINS / KECK:
QRYTEXT: Joseph Roberts with wife (unk) and daughters Miriam (m.
Wm. Hopkins) and Elizabeth (Betsy)(m ? Keck) and son Wm. Roberts,
were in Des Moines Co., 1836 and took land under preemption law.
Seeking information about death dates, etc., and descendents who
may still live in Des Moines Co. Miriam and William Hopkins moved
to Eddyville some time before 1851.
DATE: May 14, 1999.
NAME: J. Peche
EMAIL: jpeche318@aol.com
SURNAMES:
TRIMBLE / MUNGER:
QRYTEXT: Seeking info on marriage between James Etherington
Trimble and Isabella Munger. Bible record shows married Des
Moines, IA 1861. Unknown whether city or county of Des Moines.
Jame's parents, Samuel Talmage and Matilda Betsey Appleton
Trimble found Louisa Co., IA census 1860. Isabella Munger,
daughter of Carlton Austin Munger of VT. C.A. and his sons Lyman
Paige and William Austin eventually moved to Hannabal, MO, but
could have still been in IA during this period. James Trimble was
a teacher of foreign languages. Thank you.
DATE: May 14, 1999.
NAME: Frances Trimble
EMAIL: ftht98@aol.com
SURNAMES:
WENTWORTH:
QRYTEXT: Charles A. Wentworth was b. Mar 30, 1854 Burlington, IA;
married Sarah Jones Dec 25, 1877; the family lived in Burlington,
IA. Any information about that family appreciated.
DATE: May 13, 1999.
NAME: Elizabeth Bailey
EMAIL: jebailey@ocsnet.net
SURNAMES:
MOSHER / VAN PELT / SHEPARD:
QRYTEXT: Seeking information on my father's birth father, Harold
G. Van Pelt. His birth certificate name was Keeneth Mosher, born
Ohio. He and grandmother Leona D. Shepard moved to Iowa before
1918 because dad was born Des Moines that same year. Mr. Mosher
and my grandmother were divorced Sioux City, IA around 1922.
There were two other children of that union, Robert and Katie.
DATE: May 11, 1999.
NAME: Debbie Van Pelt
EMAIL: dvanpelt@skinnerfawcett.com
SURNAMES: DAY:
QRYTEXT: Mrs. I. B. Day lived in Des Moines. Her son Charles
Nixon Day, Spanish American War Vet, was b. Nevada, IA and d. Nov
10, 1906 an buried in Rapid City, SD. His stone will be dedicated
Memorial Day. Anyone know of this family? There was a half
brother living in Denver 1902....no name found.
DATE: May 11, 1999.
NAME: Ellen Day
EMAIL:ellenb7580@aol.com
SURNAMES:
HIGGERSON:
QRYTEXT My grandfather William Mortimor HIGGERSON was born in Des
Moines County, Iowa (I believe near Yarmouth) in either 1874 or
1875 and died in 1920. I am looking for information on his father
and mother. Their names were Richard HIGGERSON and Sydney
NEWHOUSE. According to an obituary from a 1920 Mt. Pleasant paper
Richard HIGGERSON died when William was 8. This would put his
death possibly in either 1882 or 1883. Can you give information
concerning Richard HIGGERSON's death or a marriage record or
census information. Also according to this article Richard
HIGGERSON and Sydney NEWHOUSE had three other children. Clara,
Mary Belle, and Clarence. I live in Kansas now and have no way of
looking for this information out here. I would be very willing to
pay for any information.
Thank you for your time.
Lori A. (Higgerson) Westphal 407 Country Hills Court Augusta,
Kansas 67010 (316) 383-7251 (daytime) (316) 775-3137 (evening)
DATE: May 8, 1999
NAME: Lori Higgerson
EMAIL:Lori Higgerson
SURNAMES: COOK
/ INNIS:
QRYTEXT: Edward Cook 1812 - 1892 born NH removed to DesMoines
Co., IA 1850; Married Mary Ann Innis about 1858. They are my
great grandparents. I am looking for information about the
parents and siblings of Edward Cook. Will exchange information.
DATE: May 8, 1999.
NAME: Jack Robush
EMAIL: ejackr@aol.com
SURNAMES:
RITTER / MULHALL:
QRYTEXT: Jno Ritter was married to Mary Mulhall and their
children were born in DesMoines, IA. betweeb 1885-1890. Their
children that I know of were Pressley and John S. Any help is
appreciated.
DATE: May 6, 1999.
NAME: Jeff & Belinda Powell
EMAIL: jpowell@brigham.net
SURNAMES:
BOTTRELL / WELBOURNE:
QRYTEXT: Request a lookup in DesMoines Co., IA death index for
Hannah, wife of Joseph Welbourn. Believe that she died between
1865 - 1874. Any information much appreciated.
DATE: May 3, 1999.
NAME: Pearlie Moulden
EMAIL: pearliem@inficad.com
SURNAMES: DUNN
/ MONTGOMERY:
QRYTEXT: We are searching for Ed Dunn who married Dolly
Montgomery in the late1800early1900 Burlington, IA, or William
Finely Montgomery who possibly lived there about the same time.
Myggrandfather James Lowery Montgomery, according to my 94 year
old aunt, that James was also in Des Moines Co. at the same time
and raised a large family. I will share what I have on this
family.
DATE: May 2, 1999.
NAME: Ed Montgomery
EMAIL: ermontgomery@webtv.net
SURNAMES:
BURKHART / BLACK:
QRYTEXT: Frederick Albert, John George Burkhart and George's wife
Rhoda Montgomery Black, dau of Moses Black. Frederick died in the
Civil War. John George and Rhoda settled in Jefferson Co., IA.
Seeking information also about Burhart's Point. Thank you.
DATE: May 1, 1999.
NAME: David Burkhart
EMAIL: burkshid@aol.com
SURNAMES:
ROSSBACK / ECCLES:
QRYTEXT: William A. Rossback and Annie Eccles m. Aug 19, 1909
Clark Co., MO. Marriage license indicated they were residents of
Burlington, IA. Any help appreciated. I hope to find their
descendents. Thank you.
DATE: April 27, 1999.
NAME: Michaelenne Smith
EMAIL: mickmous@bright.net
SURNAMES: KELSO
/ POOL(E):
QRYTEXT: Looking for Archibald Kelso in Burlington, IA 1840 thru
1860 census. If anyone has access to marriage records 1857
Burlington...looking for Andrew Jackson Pool and Mary Margaret
Kelso on dates Sep 9 or 29, 1857. Also looking for Pool surname
in census 1840 thru 1860. Any information appreciated.
DATE: April 25, 1999.
NAME: Kristine Swanson
EMAIL: tswanson@erols.com
SURNAMES:
HARRIS / PULLUM / PULLIM / WEAVER / MURPHY / and poss BELL:
QRYTEXT: Three Harris brothers in 1830's came to Des Moines Co.,
IA (then part of Wisconsin Territory); Cooper, Zacharia and
Jeremiah C. Harris. Cooper and Jeremiah lived Union twp and both
are buried Spring Grove Cem. Zachariah moved to Lewis Co. MO, but
several of his children returned to Des Moines Co., IA. and all
were married there. The girls married into families with surnames
like Pullum, Weaver, Murphy and possibly Bell. Any information on
these families are appreciated. I am happy to share more
information that I have.
DATE: April 25, 1999.
NAME: Rob Woods
EMAIL: echw@worldaccessnet.com
SURNAMES:
SHORTRIDGE:
QRYTEXT: Seeking transcript of 1870 census for Des Moines Co.,
IA, Washington twp. for George and Pleasant Grove twp. for S.M.
and Mary J. Shortridge. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
DATE: April 22, 1999.
NAME: Muncie Shortridge
EMAIL: muncies@aol.com
SURNAMES:
RUSSELL:
QRYTEXT: Unknown for sure, but it is said Silas Russell b. 1855
owned a farm where Des Moines now stands. He had a brother, John
and sister, Laura. He had Nine boys and two girls. His wife was
Ellen Shadle m. Jan 22, 1879. Names of four of the children are,
Horace, Nellie, Lelia, Eva. Can you help.
DATE: April 22, 1999.
NAME: Pam Davis Carr
EMAIL: carr@tcac.net
SURNAMES:
WESTRAND / WISTRAND / WESTERN / WISTRAM:
QRYTEXT: Searching for Caroline Matilda Westrand b. prox. 1834
Sweden; came with mother and siblings 1852/53 to Jefferson Co.,
IA; confirmed New Sweden Lutheran Church by church records; later
moved to Burlington, IA. Seeking information on whether she
married, her married surname, and any children she might have
had. Thanks. Jane
DATE: April 21, 1999.
NAME:Jane Briley, Creston, IA
EMAIL: jbriley@aea14.k12.ia.us
SURNAMES: WIRT:
QRYTEXT: DR John
Adam Wirt b. 1846 PA d. May 9, 1908 Des Moines, IA. He was a
Lutheran Preacher. Jun 1, 1875 he m. Martha J. Buehler (1845 -
1810). Seeking information about their children; Ray F., Guyon B.
b. 1877, Simon Edgar b. 1880, John Albert b. 1885, Jonathan. My
address is: P.O. Box 240, Port Royal, PA 17082 - 0240.
URL of homepage is: Go There DATE: April 21, 1999.
NAME: Jonathan Wert.
EMAIL: jwert@mdi-wert.com
SURNAMES:
WRIGHT:
QRYTEXT: Seeking descendents of Robert and Clara (Kelsey) Wright.
One of their sons is said to have been a lawyer in Des Moines
County area. Any help appreciated.
DATE: April 17, 1999.
NAME: Anna Lee May
EMAIL: analemay@pacbell.net
SURNAMES: OTTEN
/ HABERSTICH:
QRYTEXT: Need to verify date and place of birth of William
Richard Otten. Death cert dated Aug 16, 1872 Burlington. Son of
William, Richard K. Otten, and Caroline(nee Haberstich) Young
Otten. Parents m. Addison, IL Oct 17, 1869 and older brother,
John G. Otten b. Aug 21, 1870 Chicago (probable). Infant sibling
b / d possible Iowa. Family moved back to Chicago by 1876.
Appreciate any information on Evangelical Lutheran / United
Chirch of Christ, churches in the Burlington area that might have
records on this family. Mallory Otten Pignatari.
DATE: April 16, 1999.
NAME: Mallory Otten Pignatari
EMAIL: pignat@gateway.net
SURNAMES:
ELBREDER / ELBRADER:
QRYTEXT: Gottlieb Heinrich (both spellings used) 1852 IA census
Burlington, IA., buried 1861. Great grandfather Augustus Henry
Elbrader b. Jan 17, 1860 Burlington. URL is:
DATE: April 12, 1999.
NAME: Jim Elbrader
EMAIL:
SURNAMES:
GEDDIS:
QRYTEXT: John and Aletta (Eletta) Geddis were m. Des Moines Co.
IA June 18, 1871. I have a copy of the marriage license
application. I need information on their children and about
where/when John and Aletta passed away. With that information I
may find obituaries. Thank You. John
DATE: April 9, 1999.
NAME: John Fuester
EMAIL: johnfues@aol.com
SURNAMES:
SCHLAMPP:
QRYTEXT: John B. b. 1815. Retired from saloon business
Burlington, IA about 1891. Children were John, Fred, Anna,
Matilda, Tennie, Charlie, Oscar and Frank. Son Oscar in 1901
lived 320 N. 4th Street, Burlington, IA.
DATE: April 9, 1999.
NAME:Peg Smith
EMAIL: loypegsmit@aol.com
SURNAMES:
RIGBY:
QRYTEXT: I am looking for James Rigby in Augusta, DesMoines, IA
between 1840-1849.
DATE: April 9, 1999.
NAME: Elaine Rigby
EMAIL: erigby@cdsnet.net
SURNAMES:
FRERICHS / SEMPLE:
QRYTEXT: Henry Frerichs b. c. 1872; wife Mary b. c. 1876; lived
Danville, IA late as 1929. They were both b. Iowa. Need
dates/places of birth/places/dates of death. Bertha Semple b. May
8, 1882, d. Oct 4, 1957, buried Aspen Grove Cemetery Des Moines
Co. Iowa
DATE: April 3, 1999.
NAME: John Fuester
EMAIL: johnfues@aol.com
SURNAMES:
LEMBKA / JENSEN:
QRYTEXT: Searching for information on children of Richard and
Dorothea Lembka Jenson. The family moved to Burlington, IA around
1869. Richard d. Aug 11, 1901 Burlington and Dorothea d. Nov 7,
1928 Burlington. Children's names were Louise, Ben and Anna.
DATE: Mar 27, 1999.
NAME: Barbara Chandler ....WEBPAGE: Barb
EMAIL: barb@quiknet.com
SURNAMES:
PEPPER:
QRYTEXT: Jesse, Lina, Phillip and S. Pepper all appear 1850
census Des Moines Co. IA. Looking for information on them and
their families.
DATE: Mar 27, 1999.
NAME: Emmett Brooks.
EMAIL: embrks@acnet.net
SURNAMES:
JACKSON / LAUGHLIN:
QRYTEXT: Researching Onias Jackson and Darexa Laughlin Jackson
who moved from Rush Co. IN to Pleasant Grove, Des Moines Co. IA
early 1840's. Seven known children: Hannah m. Nelson Bundy, Sarah
m. Wm. Hendrickson, Adelaide m. Joseph Smith, Ruth m. Andrew
McCune, Jerusha m. Joseph Scott, Alcestis m. John Smith, Samuel
b. 1843. Onias must have d. after 1862 Des Moines Co., Daraxa
Laughlin Jackson d. after 1896, but not clear where. Darexa's
sister Sarah Laughlin m. Lot Pugh Swift, who also moved to Iowa.
If anything sounds familiar, please contact Nancy S. Shire.
DATE: Mar 24, 1999.
NAME: Nancy S. Shire.
EMAIL: sndshire@gateway.net
SURNAMES:
SMITH:
QRYTEXT: Grandmother May Smith b. Ottumwa, IA c. 1897 to Trena
and Edward Smith; m. John Thomas McCandless in Burlington, IA
1918, divorced 1925 in Burlington. Two children were William
Lewis and Daisy Beryl, McCandless. The children were placed in
the Iowa Soldiers Orphans Home in 1924.
DATE: Mar 17, 1999.
NAME: Judy Andres.
EMAIL: jmandres@ns.nque.com
SURNAMES:
ROBBINS / CLINITE / WALKER / GARTH / BERTRUM / ORTHA:
QRYTEXT: My Robbins family was from Des Moines Co., IA. Frank
Oliver Robbins b. c. 1857. IL. Wife Emma Clinite b. 1859.
Children: Clarence Bertrum b. Mar 3, 1882, wife Susie Walker;
Claude A; Ortha E. b. 1894 wife of ?Garth?. Children of Clarence
and Susie: Delver Burdette 1900, Gladys 1904, Dorothy 1909,
Harold 1910.
DATE: Mar 16, 1999.
NAME: Gary Barber.
EMAIL: gvbarber@telusplanet.net
SURNAMES:
SWARTZ / KIDNEY :
QRYTEXT: Lizzie Swartz has two records: b. 3/30/1871 d. 4/1975
Anita, Cass Co., IA OR b. 4/1/1891 d. 1/1997 Burlington, Des
Moines Co., IA. Father was Wilson Kirby Swartz, mother was Eliza
Kidney. Lizzie had six siblings, Samuel Wilson b. 7/13/1872
Moulton, Appanoose Co., IA d. 10/16/1949 Redding, Shasta Co., CA;
Fred, William, Mary, Anne and Jeanne.
DATE: Mar 10, 1999.
NAME: L.C. Engbreng.
EMAIL: lcengbring@aol.com
SURNAMES:
LUETKEHANS / ARMPRIEST :
QRYTEXT: George Luetkehans b. Feb 22, 1918 Burlington, IA, eldest
of three siblings, died Colorado Springs, CO Jun 27, 1986. Wife
was Pearl M. Armpriest also
Please provide
information on children, parents and grand-parents.
DATE: Mar 10, 1999.
NAME: Ralph Holt.
EMAIL: rholt@electrotechnologyinc.com
SURNAMES: MITCHELL /
WHITFIELD:
QRYTEXT: Alice Mitchell and John Whitfield married in 1895. They
divorced and she remarried before 1934. Relatives cannot recall
if she lived in Burlington, Des Moines Co. or Farmington, Van
Buren Co., IA when she died in Dec 1934. I am interested in
finding information about her. Has anyone come across Alice in
their research? Thanks.
DATE: Mar 9, 1999.
NAME: Marla McCarty.
EMAIL: mmccarty@ktc.com
SURNAMES: FREEHILL / KEELEY
/ WILSON:
QRYTEXT: John (1870 - 1948) with wife Mary Ellen Keeley move to
West Burlington, IA from Livingston Co., IL in 1920 with
children: Marguerite (1899 - ????) m. Gerald Wilson; Mary Agnes
(1904 - ????) m. Robert ????; John (1906 - 1988) m. ????. Seeking
information on this family and their descendants.
DATE: Mar 9, 1999.
NAME: Pat Freehill.
EMAIL: riciarose@aol.com
SURNAMES: CARR / DUKES /
CARTNAL:
QRYTEXT: There is a question whether the Carr families settled in
Farmington or Burlington, IA. Christian Carr came to Farmington,
IA (no dates) from PA with wife Elizabeth (?) Carr. Son William
Henry Carr (1824 - 1928) married Sarah Jane Cartnal (1830 -
1920). Their son John Henry Carr (1867 - 1904 ?? ) married Ida
Caroline (Dukes) Carr. John Henry left wife Ida with three
children and was never heard from again. Source of his death
unknown. John and Frank Carr were both born in Farmington, IA
1888. There is a connection there and reason for the Des Moines
Co. query. Thanks.
DATE: Mar 9, 1999.
NAME: Diane Elizabeth (Hendricks) Parish.
EMAIL: chariz@piasanet.com
SURNAMES: HANSEN / MEHLBY:
QRYTEXT: Anders Hansen was b. Herrested, Denmark Dec 29, 1866. He
married Olga Hansine Mehlby who was b. Dec 12, 1870 in Odense,
Sweden. Anders last job in Sweden was manager of a brickyard at
Noerre Broby, Sweden. Their son Karl Melby Hansen was b. Jun 12,
1892 Davinde, Sweden. In 1901 Anders with eight year old son Karl
left to come to Des Moines Co., IA (possibly had relatives
there). Nothing to show his wife, Olga came over on a later boat,
or ever came at all. Anders Hansen was my grandfather and I am
interested in knowing the history of that family in Iowa and to
contact relatives for exchange of information.
DATE: Mar 8, 1999.
NAME: Fornavn Mogt. From Tage Bank, Denmark.
EMAIL: mogt@post10.tele.dk
SURNAMES:
TAYLOR / VANCE / WIGHTMAN:
QRYTEXT: The James Taylor family with wife, Lutitia Wightman
lived in Burlington, DesMoines Co. 1845. Children: Henry born Mar
1, 1845 Burlington, IA m. Elizabeth Jane Vance in California.
Other children were Sarah Jane, Mary A., Robert, James, Mary Ann,
Rachel and Ellen.
DATE: Mar 6, 1999.
NAME: Hatch Family.
EMAIL: dchatch@earthlink.net
SURNAMES:
EASTON:
QRYTEXT: Robert M. and Alexander Easton lived in DesMoines Co.,
Iowa.
NOTE: Contact submitter for additional information.
DATE: Mar 5, 1999.
NAME: Jack E. Easton.
EMAIL: jeaston@lanset.com
SURNAMES:
KULLOWATZ:
QRYTEXT: Edward Kullowatz b. 1898 and siblings Martin b. 1897,
Myra b. 1895 live in Lee and DesMoines Counties until 1920. Their
father's home was inside Ft. Madison. Father's name is unknown
Any information will be greatfully received.
Note from host: Location of the family home might suggest a
military career. Ft. Madison may yield new clues.
DATE: Mar 4, 1999.
NAME: Wayne Johnson.
EMAIL: wejjej@lisco.com
SURNAMES:
RAMSEY / O'DELL:
QRYTEXT: Searching for descendants of Michael Ramsey and wife
Aseneth O'Dell. They arrived in Des Moines area before statehood.
His mother, Priscilla
DATE: Mar 3, 1999.
NAME: Marlene DiGiovanni.
EMAIL:
SURNAMES:
DANIELS:
QRYTEXT: The Nathaniel Daniels family was found 1850 census of
Burlington, IA. Nathaniel born 1820 OH and wife, Barbara born
1823 OH. Also found on same 1850 census was Theodore Daniels born
1797 NY and wife Sophie born 1796 NY, with children Charles 1835
OH, Sarah 1837 OH, Harrison 1840 OH, Elisa 1842 OH.
DATE: Feb 21, 1999.
NAME: Caser J.
EMAIL: caserj@webtv.net
SURNAMES:
EVERSMAN:
QRYTEXT: I am an ancestor of Joseph Eversman who lived
Burlington, IA 1930's. He also lived Gladstone, IL. Please e-mail
me if you have information on any Eversman family. Thank you for
your time and prompt response.
DATE: Feb 18, 1999.
NAME: Janet Olson
EMAIL: jano@martechcollege.com
SURNAMES: RUPER / EMERSON /
CONKLIN:
QRYTEXT: Lots of confusion about names here. Looking for birth
parents (George RUPER or EMERSON exact names unknown), born Nov
18, 1860 in Burlington, IA. He was raised (adopted?) by Benjamin
and Mary (DeHart) CONKLIN. George went by name Conklin. His
family started in Ringgold, IA and continued in TX. Any
information appreciated.
DATE: Feb 18, 1999.
NAME: Delbert Conklin
EMAIL: deltommi@aol.com
SURNAMES: STARR / TURNER:
QRYTEXT: Noah Asbury Starr and wife Susan Turner lived in Des
Moines Co., IA about 1850. She was born Aug 8, 1825 Caroline Co.,
MD. She married Noah Dec 2, 1847, probably somewhere in Iowa. Her
father was John Turner born about 1800 MD and mother was Mary
Bodfield Turner, also MD. The family also lived in Jefferson Co.,
IA for awhile.
DATE: Feb 18, 1999.
NAME: M. Reisenaue
EMAIL: mreisenaue@aol.com
SURNAMES: WARD / PALMER:
QRYTEXT: Ggrandparents William Edward Ward and Mary Ellen Palmer
were married in Burlington, IA Sep 10, 1863. I have no further
information and would appreciate receiving a contact from other
descendents.
DATE: Feb 12, 1999.
NAME: Dan Ward
EMAIL: ddward15@hotmail.com
SURNAMES: TRINKLE / SWIFT:
QRYTEXT: Family lived in Burlington, IA about 1859. Parents were
Conrad & Justina. They had a daughter Rosia Bertha who
married John Vincent Swift. Information on either family
appreciated.
DATE: Feb 11, 1999.
NAME: Bill Murray
EMAIL: wtm2@prodigy.net
SURNAMES: MINER / CORNELIUS:
QRYTEXT: According to papers found after grandmothers death, John
Christopher Miner was born in Des Moines. He was the son of John
Miner born New Jersey and Fannie Cornelius Adams born Illinois.
The paper did not say if Des Moines was the city or the county. I
appreciate any information.
DATE: Feb 10, 1999.
NAME: Theda Miner
EMAIL: tminer@bwn.net
SURNAMES: EGGLESTON /
BEUTELON:
QRYTEXT: Gggrandparents Oliver Eggleston Jr. and Mira/Almira
(Bonney) moved from Portage Co. OH to Burlington, IA where they
lived until death. Ggrandfather Alpheus b. 1830 Portage Co. m.
Mary Beutelon and moved to neighboring Lowell , Henry Co., IA. He
died Osceola, Clark Co. IA May 9, 1905 and was buried Mapel Hill
Cemetery. Children listed in estate papers 1907: Cynthia Collier
Norton age 53, Cornelius B. age 51, Orilla J. age 49, Mary E. age
45, Myra C. age 43, Cora B. age 40, Richard age 38, Olive V. age
36, Oliver Harrison age 34, A. A. age 32.
DATE: Feb 9, 1999.
NAME: J. Winter
EMAIL: jwinter588@aol.com
SURNAMES: MCPARTLAND:
QRYTEXT: Tom McPartland left Leitrim, Ireland 1842. James Richard
was born Burlington. Need information on Tom, wife Catherine, or
James Richard McPartland's wife Mary. I have a lot of information
on the families after 1859.
DATE: Feb 6, 1999.
NAME: Lynda Zach
EMAIL: lyndazach@aol.com
SURNAMES: TRESIDDER / RHOADS
/ MCFARLAND:
QRYTEXT: These families lived around Des Moines 1880 - 1930. All
responses appreciated.
DATE: Feb 3, 1999.
NAME: Sharon
EMAIL: crzygenie@aol.com
SURNAMES:
MILLER:
QRYTEXT: William Miller d. around 1870 and wife around 1873.
Believe William was first settler at Pleasant Grove Township
around 1836. His wife Nancy buried in Millersburg Cemetery,
Pleasant Grove. Thanks.
DATE: Feb 1, 1999.
NAME: John Shaver
EMAIL: jeshaver@worldnet.att.net
SURNAMES:
TROBEE / BARNES / BARNHILL:
QRYTEXT: Gggrandmother Martha Jane Trobee b. ca 1850, m. Austin
Barnes b. Mar 14, 1845 Burlington. Married 1868 IA. Austin son of
Joshua Uriah Barnes and Paulina Barnhill. After the wedding they
moved to Sheridan twp Cherokee Co., KS. I have lots of Barnes
info, but almost no Trobee information. Appreciate any help.
DATE: Jan 31, 1999.
NAME: Marcia Webb
EMAIL: tdmjwebb@columbus-ks.com
SURNAMES: LUSK:
QRYTEXT: Trying to learn more about gggrandmother who m. John
Lusk of Franklin Township, Des Moines, IA. She had moved or died
by 1870 census. John Lusk d. Apr 15, 1857 Des Moines. Need to
know if there were other children born to John and Catherine
Lusk.
DATE: Jan 30, 1999.
NAME: No name given
EMAIL: chicknden@aol.com
SURNAMES: DAVIS
/ GRUBER:
QRYTEXT: John A. Davis b. Lancaster Co. PA Feb 12, 1803 d. Sep
15, 1881 m. Nov 5, 18?? Lebanon Co PA Louisianna Salome Gruber.
b. Lebanon Co. PA d. Apr 8 1900. Both buried Jagger Cem near
Danville. Belonged the Breatheren Church and May 24, 1860
purchased 80 acres Des Moines Co. from Ann Davis. Thanks.
Catherine Leinbach.
DATE: Jan 30, 1999.
NAME: Catherine Leinbach
EMAIL: angelos@vet.ksu.edu
SURNAMES:
RUSSELL:
QRYTEXT: Matthew Gardner 1840 - 1917 b. DesMoines Co.,
Burlington, IA His mother was Sarah Russell (later Mrs. Edward
Oswalt). Matthew was my ggrandfather. Any information will be
helpful. Thank you.
DATE: Jan 28, 1999.
NAME: Bill Dawson
EMAIL: billsandy@seanet.com
SURNAMES: BLOOM
/ SVENTESDOTTER:
QRYTEXT: Maternal grandmother Ida Marie Sventesdotter b.
Skaraborg, Sweden 1866. She and brothers Johannes, Klas and Johan
Wilhelm and sister Thilda, immigrated to Burlington, IA late
1880's. The family took the name BLOOM. Beyond the descendents of
my grandmother, I know little about the descendents of her
siblings. I appreciate any help to find descendents of that
family.
DATE: Jan 27, 1999.
NAME: M.C.Hallberg
EMAIL: mch@psu.edu
SURNAMES: EATON
/ HUGHES:
QRYTEXT: John Frank or Franklin Eaton b. 1874 Benton Co. MO. An
obituary said he had lived in Des Moines (didn't say County or
City). He once lived in Lee Co. IA. He was the son of George
Henry Eaton and Louisa Hughes Eaton who had a wife named Hazel
__________. Need to know the, date of death and where they are
buried. He was still living in 1944 at age 70. Also need to know
if they had other children. John Frank (?Franklin?) EATON was my
husband's great uncle.
DATE: Jan 26, 1999.
NAME: Kathy Eaton
katy@todays-tech.com EMAIL: katy@todays-tech.com
SURNAMES: WARD:
QRYTEXT: Searching for descendents of Winnie Ward who lived
around Burlington and Centerville circa 1910. I am no relative,
but I have a picture of a person named, "George" who
sent her a picture of himself at age sixteen. I want to get the
photograph into the hands of relatives of George or Winnie.
Thanks. Alyson.
DATE: Jan 25, 1999.
NAME: Alyson Crippin
EMAIL: acrippen@4state.com
SURNAMES:
FULMER / CURRY:
QRYTEXT: Samuel FULMER lived in Mediapolis according to his
mother's obituary in 1886 before they moved to Des Moines County,
Iowa. His Parents were Ephraim and Elizabeth CURRY FULMER.
Thanks. Gayle.
DATE: Jan 9, 1999.
NAME: Gayle
EMAIL:gayle1@wheatstate.com
SURNAMES:
BOUGHTON / HAWKINS
QRYTEXT: William Judson Boughton b. 1903 d. Jan 1957 Ames, Story
Co., IA. He was killed by a falling tree. He is buried in Des
Moines Co., probably around Burlington. He was married to Vivian
Lorraine Hawkins who was b. 1921 in MO. She moved back to MO
after William's death and may still be living. William's father's
name was also William and he d. 1945-50 and is buried in Oquawka
Cemetery in Henderson, Co. IL. Thanks for your help.
DATE: Jan 24, 1999.
NAME: Steven Boughton, 5711 B Remagen Rd., Ft. Carson, Co 80913
EMAIL: sgboughton@aol.com
SURNAMES: SAINT
/ MCKINNEY
QRYTEXT: Thomas Saint m. Margaret McKenney Sep 2, 1847 at the
home of Mrs. McKinney by Justice of The Peace, J.P.Clark. We
don't know if that Thomas Saint was a Sr.(age 56) or Jr. (age 37)
at the time. Seeking records that would make that distinction, or
show the age of Margaret McKinney.
DATE: Jan 24, 1999.
NAME: Leslie W. Saint
EMAIL: saintlesli1@naspa.net
SURNAMES:
MCPARTLAND / O'FLYNN
QRYTEXT: Tom McPartland and Catherine/Katherine O'Flynn came from
Ireland to Burlington, IA sometime between 1825 - 1859. Son James
Richard McPartland was born Oct 1, 1859 Burlington, later moved
to Cedar Rapids. I would appreciate any information about that
family.
DATE: Jan 19, 1999.
NAME: Lynda Zach
EMAIL: lyndazachaol.com
SURNAMES: CLARK
QRYTEXT: James b. in PA and moved to Burlington, IA about
1837..lived briefly in WI. He was Editor of the Burlington
Gazette newspaper. 1845 was 3rd territorial governor of IA. After
statehood 1846 he returned to Burlington, IA where he died of
cholera. Any information welcome.
DATE: Jan 19, 1999.
NAME: Barbara Clark Archer
EMAIL: bcarcher@earthlink.net
SURNAMES:
TROMLY / TROMLEY / BOUGHTON
QRYTEXT: Michael Tromley and Jane Boughton were m. 1832 Des
Moines, IA. A son was named George TROMLY. Michael and Jane moved
1835 to Mt. Vernon, IL, but two IL census records show a daughter
Emily J. b. 1839 IA. Can anyone confirm their marriage date,
Emily's birth place/day, exactly where they lived. Thanks very
much.
DATE: Jan 18, 1999.
NAME: Karen Carlyle
EMAIL: kcarlyle@home.com
SURNAMES:
BRENNAN / MULLEN / WARREN / BAKER
QRYTEXT: Thomas and Bridget Brennan came with ten children from
County Westmeath, Ireland 1845. Estem m. James Mullen, Mary m.
Barney Mullen, Bridgit m. Joseph Warren, Adelia m. Emanuel
Doughherty, Catherine m. Michael Murphy, James m. Mary Murphy,
Patrick m. Anna Lyons, and Michael (no wife listed). Thomas
Brennen d. 1860 and is buried at Dodgerville (near Burlington).
His sons moved to Iowa City mid 1960's. Mother Bridget went with
them and later died and was buried in Iowa City 1867. I have a
lot of information on sons James and Thomas, but none on the
daughters except Bridget Deliah> Thanks. Steven A. Brennan
DATE: Jan 18, 1999.
NAME: Steven Brennan
EMAIL:steven82@aol.com
SURNAMES:
ROGERS / MUNDEN
QRYTEXT: Looking for descendants of Roswell Noyes ROGERS (1848 -
1931) and Emily "Amy" Louisa MUNDEN (1857 - 1939) who
lived at Burlington in 1888, when son Clarence Alden ROGERS was
born, and in 1891 when daughter Daisy ROGERS was born. Other
children included William, Charles, Charlotte, Frank, Mary, and
Harry ROGERS (all born elsewhere).
DATE: Jan 11, 1999.
NAME: Jim Rogers
7121 East Briarwood Drive, Englewood, CO 80112
EMAIL:jimmerjam@aol.com
SURNAMES:
FULMER / CURRY:
QRYTEXT: Samuel FULMER lived in Mediapolis according to his
mother's obituary in 1886 before they moved to Des Moines County,
Iowa. His Parents were Ephraim and Elizabeth CURRY FULMER.
Thanks. Gayle.
DATE: Jan 9, 1999.
NAME: Gayle
EMAIL:gayle1@wheatstate.com
SURNAMES:
PETERSON:
QRYTEXT: Seeking info on descendants of Clifford PETERSON, born
in S.D. or IA. on 27 Mar. 1908. Died in Des Moines April 1974.
Clifford had one son that I know of, who was born in Des Moines.
Thank you. Dian. DATE: Jan 9, 1999.
NAME: Dian Peter
EMAIL:dpeter@direct.ca
SURNAMES:
RICHEY / WEBSTER / COVERT:
QRYTEXT:Hi. Researching Robert and Martha (Webster) Ritchey
family. 1. Robert RITCHEY b. Dec 19, 1825 Sangamon County,
Illinois; On Oct 4, 1853 at age 27 Robert married Martha WEBSTER,
dau of Asa WEBSTER & Nancy COVERT, in Iowa. Martha b.
Mar18,1834 Cayoga County, Ohio. Martha died at age 61 in Des
Moines County, Iowa on Sep 14, 1895; Robert died at age 68 in Des
Moines County, Iowa on Sep 2, 1894 and was buried in Carter Cem.,
Pleasant Grove, Des Moines County, Iowa.
Children: 2 i. William D. (1854-1919), 3 ii. Emily (1855-), 4
iii. John (1857-1947), 5 iv. James (1858-1924), 6 v. Margaret
(1860-1936), 7 vi. Asa (Died as Infant) (1862-1862), 8 vii.
Robert (1864-1937), 9 viii. Henry (1869-1958)
Thanks. Julie
DATE: Jan 9, 1999.
NAME: Julie Dresser
EMAIL:jrdresser@aol.com
SURNAMES:
FLEENER / ANDTES:
QRYTEXT: Researching Isaac and Lydia Fleenor family. 1. Isaac
FLEENOR. Born in 1791 in Washington County, Virginia. Isaac died
on 26 July 1841 in Des Moines County, Iowa. Buried in Gallaher
Cem., Pleasant Grove, Iowa. Occupation: Farmer. circa 1808 Isaac
married Lydia FLEENOR, daughter of Casper FLEENOR &
Margaretha ANDTES, in Virginia. Born in 1792. Lydia died on 22
December 1893. Children: 2 i. Joel (1810-1892) , 3 ii. Thompson
Nicholas (1811-), 4 iii. May Ann (Died as Child) (1812-), 5 iv.
Hiram (1818-1890), 6 v. John H. (Died as Child) (1820-), 7 vi.
William P. (1823-1898), 8 vii. Robert C. (1826-1888), 9 viii.
Elizabeth Jane (1827-1902). Thanks. Julie.
DATE: Jan 9, 1999.
NAME: Julie Dresser
EMAIL:jrdresser@aol.com
SURNAMES:
KELLER / BREWBAKER :
QRYTEXT: I am researching my ggggrandfather, Charles Grover
KELLER b. July 15,1888 Dallas Center, Dallas, Iowa. He married
Vera Viola BREWBAKER Mar 1,1911 in Dallas, Iowa. Need info on
parents,etc. Thanks, Linda
DATE: Jan 3, 1999.
NAME: Linda Boliver
EMAIL:fun4lin@aol.com
SURNAMES:
FERRIS / GRAHAM:
QRYTEXT: Researching my ggmother, Ruby Emily FERRIS, b. Aug
24,1892 Keokuk, Lee, Iowa. She m. William Graham and lived in
Burlington, Iowa. Her father was Captian Eugene Manford FERRIS.
Thank you very much
DATE: Jan 3, 1999.
NAME: Linda Boliver
EMAIL:fun4lin@aol.com
SURNAMES:
GRAHAM / FERRIS:
QRYTEXT: My ggfather was William GRAHAM b. Burlington, Des
Moines, Iowa. He m. Emily Ferris. He was a waiter, and lived all
his life in Burlington. He died Dec 20,1943 and buried in
Burlington. Thank you very much.
DATE: Jan 3, 1999.
NAME: Linda Boliver
EMAIL: fun4lin@aol.com
SURNAMES:
MCGOVERN / MAXWELL / JORDAN:
QRYTEXT: I am researching these three families in Des Moines Co.,
IA. Thank you- Debbie Eaton
DATE: Jan 2, 1999.
NAME: Debbie Eaton
EMAIL: keneaton@earthlink.net
SURNAMES:
STANTON:
QRYTEXT: Looking for Etta Stanton and children Theo??? and
Gladys. Gladys m. Davis(nickname=Gin). Family migrated Des Moines
to California 1900's. Will post more information when I find it.
DATE: Jan 1, 1999.
NAME: Arleta Galloway
EMAIL: arletaga@cybersurfers.net
SURNAMES:
RURING:
QRYTEXT: Searching for Rev. Victor Herman RURING, who was a
minister in the congregational church in Danville, IA, late
1920's-early 1930's. He and his wife are buried in the Jagger
Cemetery, but the only dates given on the tombstone are
1865-1943. I am looking for an obituary, any information on where
he was before he came to Danville, where he was married. I
appreciate any help and will be glad to reciprocate with research
in Kansas.
DATE: Jan 1, 1999.
NAME: Betty Purcell
EMAIL:KSRoots@worldnet.att.net
SURNAMES:
PETERSON / SIEBRECHT:
QRYTEXT: Looking for Cousin, Clifford PETERSON, born 27 Mar.
1908, in S.D. His father was Chester PETERSON, mother was Clara
SIEBRECHT. Lived in Des Moins IA, probably from 1930 on. Died
there in Apr. 1974. Thank you.
DATE: Dec 29, 1998.
NAME: Dian (Peterson) Ven Deuren
EMAIL:dpeter@direct.ca
SURNAMES:
VORWICK / TIFFANY:
QRYTEXT: DesMoines County, IA 1880-1920. My grandmother Lillian
VORWICK TIFFANY BORN 3-14-84 IN Burlington who married Julian
Osro TIFFANY. Need info on Julian TIFFANY but don't know his
birthplace. The Vorwicks moved to Clinton, IA early 1900's.
DATE: Dec 29, 1998.
NAME: Cris
EMAIL:criscomacd@aol.com
SURNAMES:
THOMPSON:
QRYTEXT: Isaac Thompson and wife Catherine came from IL early
1860's. Family lore says that Catherine died after crossing the
river to Burlington, IA. Seeking a cemetery index or other
information about where she might be buried. Thanks for your
efforts,
DATE: Dec 26, 1998.
NAME: Jean Mehaffey
EMAIL:mehaffey@gate.net
SURNAMES:
WILSON:
QRYTEXT: I have an old sepia-toned tintype probably dating to
850's era. The card stock is imprinted with "Monfort &
Hill Photographers", 57 Jefferson St., Burlington, IA. It is
of a women seated in front of a boy about 10 yrs old. To her left
is a girl about 5 yrs old. Handwritten on the back was
"Mother Harm with Dodge and Cora." I think the boy was
my ggrandfather Augustus Caesar Dodge Wilson b. Jan 14, 1845
Henry Co., IA. We think the girl is his sister, but found no
references in 1850 census or other references with names that
connect. Mother Harm may have been his maternal grandmother. Any
help you can provide will be appreciated. Home address on request
DATE: Dec 20, 1998.
NAME: Janet W. Blair
EMAIL: dblair5@juno.com
SURNAMES:
WALKER :
QRYTEXT: Harold Ellsworth b. early 1900's/late 1890's. Need names
of parents and siblings.
DATE: Dec 15, 1998.
NAME: KayKayMur
EMAIL: kaykaymur@aol.com
SURNAMES:
WOLVERTON:
QRYTEXT: Philip Wolverton b. Oct 1856, d. after 1910. Wife, Mary
Elizabeth b. Oct 1865. No date of death. The family lived between
1900 and 1910 at 1715 Lincoln St., Burlington, IA. Philip's
father was Levi, mother was Sarah Ann. They came from OH by 1849.
Children: Harriet, Sarah E., Clara, Charles, Levi William, Nora
Jane, Nettie Pearl, Grace, Mildred, and two un-named infants.
DATE: Dec 13, 1998.
NAME: Paul Meartz
EMAIL:meartz@sendit.nodak.edu
SURNAMES:
BARCUS:
QRYTEXT: My grandparents were Hubert Herbert and Alice Marie
Collins Barcus. Alice b. Sep 13, 1903, d. Feb 12, 1956. Hubert b.
Jan 27, 1904, d. 1976. Seeking anyone related to these people.
Thank you.
DATE: Dec 6, 1998.
NAME: Alice Marie Millemon Preston
EMAIL:worldsurf@prodigy.net
SURNAMES:
KELLEY / LEAKE-LEEK:
QRYTEXT: Rosa or Rosie Kelley b. Sep 26, 1861 Des Moines Co. d.
Mar 16, 1945 Mendon, Chariton Co. MO; m. Augustus Leek or Leake
Feb 13, 1884 Chariton Co. MO. Rosa's father was Collumbus Kelley;
Augustus's father was Benjamine F. Leek-Leake. Looking for both
families.
DATE: Dec 6, 1998.
NAME: Leonard F. Leake
EMAIL:leni024@mozcom.com
