Fresno - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Springston Family in Fresno

ericstoltz1960 — 7 May 2008 7:53:24 GMT

I am looking for the family of William Springston, b. 2 Apr 1864, died 1 May 1949 in Fresno. His parents were William Springston (b. abt 1807 in Ohio) and Nancy Todd? (b. abt 1820 in Ohio). He married Iowa Crystal (1872-1933) and his siblings were Caroline, Delas, Laura?, Lavina, Josephine, Rufus, Isabel and George.

His sister Lavina (1849-1931) married my great-great-grandfather Seth Dunham (1826-1909) in Napa, California in 1864, and I am trying to find information about her parents.

Thank you!

Helping Those With California Ancestors

Jeannie — 9 Jul 2006 4:20:15 GMT

I volunteer for the California Archives, and I have my own genealogy blog, which is designed to help those researching their ancestry. Please check it out at:

http://genealogygenie.blogspot.com/

I have access to many Fresno records, including some obituaries. I will be very happy to check my resources for your ancestors.

Note: Sorry, but I cannot do lookups for living individuals.

Raymond Mitchell Obit look up

mitchtt106 — 4 May 2008 1:36:58 GMT

Need Raymond Mitchell birth March 1 1929 died March 1972 Fresno Calif wife Shirely my email is
mitchtt106@yahoo.com

Movie Theatre owned by Walter Houston Cree 1924-1926 in Fresno

Peachie57 — 1 May 2008 9:24:01 GMT

According to the California Registration List 1900-1968 Walter H. Cree was Theatre owner. 1924-1926 he was living at 1009 Forthcamp. His wife name was Goldie F. Baker Cree. Does anyone know the name of the theatres in that area.
Your help will be appreciated.

NEED Obit Jennie Vera Hill

leamitchell51 — 30 Apr 2008 5:10:39 GMT

Jennie Vera Hill of Tollhouse Rd/Street/etc.in Fresno died Sept.28,2007. Her obit was in the Fresno Bee around Oct.1,2007. I need all the info from her obit to find out if she is the person I am researching. Particularly interested in What her Maiden name and husband's name were. I know she was 92 and born Sept 15,1915. Please email me direct at dooshna@aol.com Thank you.

Raymond Mitchell Obit

mitchtt106 — 22 Apr 2008 11:43:53 GMT

Looking for a Obit of a Raymond Mitchell birth March 4 1929 from PA died March 1972 in Fresno Calif
mitchtt106@yahoo.com

oklahoma johnsons

stilwellone — 17 May 2003 7:26:33 GMT

I am looking for johnsons that have parents that came from oklahoma and related to Harrison or Ernest or Riley or Tom or Levi or any that knew them.

Eva Pira

BettyJones16 — 15 Apr 2008 5:19:40 GMT

Look for the daughter of Rudolfo and Ida Cocquio, The last time I heard she was live in Madera, that was in the 1950.
We were child-hood friends.
Maiden Name was Cavalla

Died 1876 stage accident, Miss Mary Porter of Kingsburg; also driver Mr. Nally

p8j8o8s8f8o — 12 Apr 2008 12:36:19 GMT

Abstracted from Bulletin of the California Central Coast Genealogical Society, Vol. 10, pg, 76, "Stereopticon" column, from "San Luis Obispo Tribune" issue 24 June 1876: Stage between Kingsburg, Fresno Co. and Grangeville, Tulare Co. overturned in irrigating canal or slough near Grangeville. Mr. Nally the driver and Mary Porter of Kingsburg were drowned; bodies not recovered.

obit - KIRKNER, Harry Clifford (1891-1958)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 10 Apr 2008 9:36:00 GMT

H. C. Kirkner Dies After Stroke
Harry Clifford Kirkner, 86, died last night after suffering a stroke in his home at 3504 East Nevada Avenue.
He was pronounced dead on arrival in the Fresno County General Hospital.
Kirkner was born in Tulare and had lived in Fresno most of his life. He had worked for the Roma Winery before his retirement. He survived by two sons, Armand, who is serving in the air force in Arkansas, and Robert of Fresno; three daughters, Mrs. Joyce Lafleur of Monterey, Mrs. Dorothy Proffitt of Fresno and Mrs. Betty Shubin of Kerman; a sister, Mrs. P. H. Block, of Eason; a brother, Roscoe, of Fresno, and seven grandchildren.
The funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the chapel of the Lisle Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Belmont Memorial Park.
[Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Friday, March 21, 1958 | Page 4 ]
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CADI: KIRKNER HARRY CLIFFORD 1891 12 03 FOWLER KIRKNER MALE CA FRESNO 1958 03 20 567011243 66

Spouse:

Girls friends

BettyJones16 — 10 Apr 2008 2:43:51 GMT

I am looking for two girls friends who live on Olive Ave and went to school at Jane Adams about 1938, 1940. Marilyn and Arlene Jensen, Father was Oscar, Mother Mary. The last time I saw them was in the 1950.
My maiden name was Cavalla.

Betty Cree, marriage Oakland Tribune March 14, 1931

Peachie57 — 1 Mar 2008 4:45:02 GMT

I am trying to find out if this Betty Cree is the daughter of Walter Houston Cree and Elizabeth Marchetti. Her age would be about right, list Betty Cree on 1930 census living with her father Walter Houston Cree age 17. List Betty Cree finishing high school at Pittsburg High School. Her wedding announcemet was posted in the Oakland Tribune. She is marrying Louis Joseph Soelha on April 6, 1931 at St. John's Cathedral church.
Your help will be appreciated.

Selma North Cemetery Request

CharlottePenn — 5 Mar 2008 4:11:52 GMT

Is there anyone that lives is Selma that would be willing to take a digital photo of a tombstone in the North Cemetery? The names are Jacob E. Whitson and Ellen Whitson located on block E, row 32, Space 19 & 20

Thanks
Charlotte

Wilkins-Yancey

Paducahdry — 21 Jul 2007 7:10:02 GMT

My second great grandfather, Leander Thomas Asa Wilburn Wilkins Yancey, had a sister, Mildred Leatha Yancey, she married William Parran Wilkins. They moved from Halifax County, VA to Fresno, CA. The moved in 1880's. They owned a grape orchard. I have more iformation and photo's.
Descendants of William Parran Wilkins

Generation No. 1

1. WILLIAM PARRAN5 WILKINS (WILLIAM AVERY4, JOHN3, THOMAS HENRY2, ROBERT1) was born 11 Nov 1841 in Redbank, Halifax Co., Va (Source: Records of Marcel Wilkins Moore.), and died 13 Jan 1924 in McCracken Co., KY. He married MILDRED LETHA PASSON YANCEY 02 Nov 1863 in Halifax Co., VA, daughter of JOHN YANCEY and LETITIA GRIFFIN. She was born Abt. 1838 in Mecklenburg Co., VA, and died in Mecklenburg Co., VA.

Notes for MILDRED LETHA PASSON YANCEY:
Also known as "Duck".

More About WILLIAM WILKINS and MILDRED YANCEY:
Marriage: 02 Nov 1863, Halifax Co., VA

Children of WILLIAM WILKINS and MILDRED YANCEY are:
i. THOMAS J.6 WILKINS, b. 19 Feb 1866.
ii. ROSA LEE WIKINS, b. 24 Aug 1867.
iii. WILLIAM ASA WILKINS, b. 08 Aug 1869.
iv. REUBEN FRANKLIN WILKINS, b. 27 Aug 1871.
v. ELIZABETH S. WILKINS, b. 04 Jul 1873.
vi. JOHN PARRANAN WILKINS, b. 17 Sep 1875.
vii. ANNA MARIE WILKINS, b. 23 Dec 1877.
viii. JAMES RICHARD WILKINS, b. 25 Feb 1880.
ix. MILDRED WILKINS, b. 03 Aug 1883.
x. LOTTIE PENDLETON WILKINS, b. 18 Dec 1887.

I would love to correspond with any of the above's descendants.

OBITUARY LOOK UP FRESNO CO. CA.

BLONDIETX — 9 Dec 2007 11:49:30 GMT

Edward M McElhenie , born July 13, 1919, died May 15, 2000, Fresno, Fresno County California, SSN # 384-05-5097.
Would some kind person in Fresno look up an obituary- or any information about this lost cousin for me ?
Thank you,
Dorris in Texas

Christiana (HARDY) BARNES died 6/4/1909 in Fresno. Need obit.

Revae — 10 Mar 2008 12:21:05 GMT

I am in need of obtaining an obituary for Christian (HARDY) BARNES born April 1827 PA, died in Fresno Co. June 4, 1909.
She was probably living with her dau., Mrs. P. B. Edwards.

She is rather a mystery, as 1900 CA census lists her husband, Francis J. BARNES living in Yolo Co. "widowed" and she listed in Fresno Co. "widowed, however, she is mentioned in his obituary of 1906. Presents some questions??

Hope someone can help. Thank you,

Revae

Viggo Jensen

CHolmesPhoto — 5 Mar 2008 8:30:32 GMT

We have a scenic painting featuring a farm house, barn and windmill signed by a Viggo Jensen. Do you know if the Viggo Jensen in your family was a painter? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Obituary Request: Vera May Gaudette d. 14 September 1997

EileenWilson001 — 22 Feb 2008 7:56:37 GMT

Would someone be able to check the local Fresno newspaper for an obituary for the above person?

Many thanks.

Obituary - JENNIE B. BATCHELDER -- 15 Jan 1982

lapaz — 25 Feb 2008 9:54:26 GMT

Jennie B. Batchelder
Graveside services for Jennie B. Batchelder, 89, of Fresno, will be held at 3 p.m. Friday in Belmont Memorial Park.
Mrs. Batchelder died Wednesday.
Born in Immigrant Gap, she moved to the San Joaquin Valley in 1945. She was a homemaker and a member of the Supreme Forest Woodman Circle.
Surviving are two daughters, Patricia Welch and Barbara Wagner, both of Fresno; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren
Lisle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Transcribed by Gene Hartman, Fresno Co. Volunteer
NOTE: Mrs. Batchelder's brother Ernest B. Smith, died 13 June 1968, Placerville CA

donald henley obit 1990

sweetness261431 — 21 Feb 2008 7:47:49 GMT

Need a obit for Donald Ray Henley
died 10-13-1990 thanks Cheryl

Obit on RIVINIUS, 2000

vhouli — 14 Feb 2008 7:28:48 GMT

Seeking obit on Pauline Mary RIVINIUS, Fresno Bee,1/19/2000. Thank you

Obituary - Name of Newspaper?

daviskj188 — 30 Dec 2007 3:45:48 GMT

Could anyone tell me the name of the possible newspaper that may have a couple obituaries regarding Thomas D DAVIS (b. 1869 Jefferson County, OH / d. 26 Jan 1947 Fresno County, California and his wife, Laura "Lottie"/"Lotta" (WESTLAKE) DAVIS (b. 1876 Belmont County, Ohio / d. 20 May 1929 Fresno County, California?

I believe their children are Earl D., Laura Jane (may have married a John Harold SIMERAL), and Helen E. DAVIS.

I realize the town name is necessary. Judging from the US Federal Census, he resided in Township 15 (1920) and Township 17 (1930). Would someone also be able to explain what township - town/city this may define?

Almshouse records

kevingeraghty — 12 Feb 2008 9:59:30 GMT

I am seeking information on Robert Newell who was listed in 1910 as a resident of Fresno Almshouse. His age was listed as 67. I would like to know what happened to him after that year. He does not appear in 1920 census. Any help would be appreciated.

Carol Miller

JulieCollins94 — 13 Feb 2008 5:54:17 GMT

Over the years we have lost contact with an aunt, Carol E. MILLER, born Dec. 21, 1923 in California to Edward A. and Florence (Coats) Miller. It is our belief that she never married and her last address was 3785 E. Weldon, Fresno. The reverse directory shows a different family at that address, today. How can I learn if she sold the house or if, at her death, it went to probate?
She is not listed in the CA Death Index, so I am hoping that she is still alive. Her only sibling, Benton Ellis MILLER was killed in 1947-48 Germany while serving in the Army Air Corps. We have been told that he was buried in Forest Lawn Cem. in L.A., but cannot find him there. Can you help me with this search?
Thank you in advance,
Julie Collins
Ca.

James and Eliza Murphy

MaryHansen524 — 10 Feb 2008 1:00:45 GMT

My great grandparents, James and Eliza Murphy lived in Fresno in the 1930's and 1940's. I am trying to find out where they are buried and when they died. I believe James died in the 30's, Mary died in the 40's. I think they might be buried in Chapel of the Light Cemetery. Can anyone tell me how to go about finding this info and where to look for an obituary?
Thank you,

Mary Hansen

Joseph Phillip Vincent, Elizabeth Jane Vincent obits needed

jodypl — 23 Oct 2007 2:03:29 GMT

Can someone tell me how I can get obits for:

Joseph Vincent d. 16 Nov 1910 Fresno

Elizabeth Jane (Vivian) Vincent d. 22 Jul 1933 Fresno

Thank you!

Death Certificate for Fanny Sparks Kelly

JamesWells24 — 28 Jan 2008 4:23:19 GMT

I am looking for a death certificate for Fanny Jane Sparks Kelly. She was born 1/17/1858-59 in Clay County Kentucky and died 1/28/1946. Her last know residence was in Fresno County, California.

James Edward Quine

Christine5120 — 24 Jan 2008 11:00:11 GMT

Am looking for in fo on Quine family this is my great grand father was born I believe in Canada his fathers name is Edward Quine belive his fater was born on Isle of Mann. Hoping that Bret Quine will contact me again because it appears to be a relation. Anyone with any info please contact me. Thank you Christine. Help with getting in touch with Brett Quine in Australia again

Bertha Baumbal, Coalinga, 1922

howsdens — 21 Jan 2008 11:40:51 GMT

Seeking the identity of my grandfather's aunt, "Mrs. J. Baumbal" or "Bertha Baumbal", reported to be living at 160 Lincoln Street, Coalinga, CA in November 1922. Have been unable to locate her via the 1910, 1920 or 1930 census. Family assumption is that she is related through my great grandmother, Myrtle Maud Campbell, born ca 1885, Michigan; died 1945, Santa Clara Co., Calif.

Any assistance would be appreciated!

Gaetz Family

sharonricketts39 — 12 Jan 2008 8:32:11 GMT

Looking for some helplocating this family.
Mrs. L. M.Gaetz was living in Fresno in 1955. Sorry I have no date and I know this is not much help but just maybe there are children still there.

Thank you for any help you can provide.
Sharon

Blair, Thomas

CarolynMontgomery402 — 16 Jan 2003 6:06:12 GMT

Looking for parents, siblings etc on the following family. Corrections and additions would be appreciated.
Descendants of Thomas Franklin Blair

Generation No. 1

1. THOMAS FRANKLIN2 BLAIR (JAMES1) was born 1832 in Pike Co MO, and died October 15, 1913 in Fresno, Fresno, CA. He married LUCY E. LAMOINE Abt. 1862. She was born Abt. 1840 in OH, and died March 21, 1891 in Fresno, Fresno, CA.

Children of THOMAS BLAIR and LUCY LAMOINE are:
2. i. FRANCIS SHERIDAN3 BLAIR, b. October 19, 1864, Sacramento, Sacramento CA; d. April 12, 1929, Fresno, Fresno, CA.

ii. POLLY BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872; m. J. A. BANKS.

iii. SARAH BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872; m. ?? HAMILTON.

iv. JAMES BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872.

v. SHERMAN BLAIR, b. Bet. 1852 - 1872.

Generation No. 2

2. FRANCIS SHERIDAN3 BLAIR (THOMAS FRANKLIN2, JAMES1) was born October 19, 1864 in Sacramento, Sacramento CA, and died April 12, 1929 in Fresno, Fresno, CA. He married SUSANNAH R. RUTH February 02, 1896 in Fresno, Fresno, CA, daughter of SILAS RUTH and AMANDA MILLS. She was born March 20, 1869, and died September 11, 1914 in Hollister, Kings Co CA.

Children of FRANCIS BLAIR and SUSANNAH RUTH are:
3. i. TRUMAN F.4 BLAIR, b. May 05, 1905, Madera Co CA; d. December 18, 1990, Monterey Co CA.

ii. FRANCES BLAIR, b. Bet. 1896 - 1910, CA; m. ERNEST PEARSON.

iii. GENEVA BLAIR, b. Bet. 1896 - 1910, CA; m. JOSEPH LAMPKIN.

Generation No. 3

3. TRUMAN F.4 BLAIR (FRANCIS SHERIDAN3, THOMAS FRANKLIN2, JAMES1) was born May 05, 1905 in Madera Co CA, and died December 18, 1990 in Monterey Co CA. He married JUSTINE MARIE CHURCH September 17, 1927, daughter of HARRY CHURCH and ETHEL FULGHAM. She was born June 07, 1907 in Visalia, Tulare Co CA, and died October 25, 1998 in Sacramento, Sacramento CA.

Child of TRUMAN BLAIR and JUSTINE CHURCH is:

i. NORMAN THOMAS5 BLAIR

Philo M Behunin/Bohannon Family 1828-1891

yokymby — 27 Feb 2006 5:44:43 GMT

I am looking for descendants of Philo Marshall Behunin (sometimes found as Bohannon) and Martha Jane Rawles.
Philo Marshall was born 6 Feb 1828 in New York or Pennsylvania and died 30 Dec 1891 in Fresno, Fresno County, California.
Martha Jane Rawles, was born 23 April 1852 in Missouri and died on May 9, 1938 in Fresno, Fresno County, California. They married 17 May 1868 in Rockland, Placer County, California. She married an Alexander Tickle after the death of Philo.
Philo Marshall Behunin was a building contractor who constructed the Kutner and Goldstein Building in Fresno.

Philo and Martha had 8 children, 1 son and 7 daughters:
#1 - William Henry Behunin b: 30 April 1869.
#2 - Lucy Jane Behunin b: 1 Sep 1871 in Rocklin, Placer County, California and died 26 Aug 1911 in Fresno, Fresno County, California. Lucy married a James W. Sims in Fresno County, California on 13 May 1891.
#3 - Mary Caroline Behunin b: 3 Sep 1875 in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California and died Jun 1973 in Ventura County, California. Mary married a G. W. King in Fresno County, California 18 April 1893. She also married a Fix.
#4 - Cora Edna Behunin b: 24 Jun 1878 in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, no death date.
#5 - Ruby Ellen Behunin b: 3 Feb 1881 in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, no death date. Ruby married a Fink.
#6 - May Belle (Mabel) Behunin b: 28 Sep 1882 in San Francisco, San Francisco County, California, no death date. May Belle married a Quine.
#7 - Sarah Elizabeth Behunin b: 25 Nov 1886, no death date. Sarah married a Kincheloe.
#8 - Lulu Grace Behunin b: 4 Sep 1889, no death.
I would love to hear from anyone who might have info on this family and their descendants. You can contact me here or email me at digginupmypast@yahoo.com.
Thanks,
Kimberly

Clements & Riker Chapel, Fresno?

sharolyn — 17 Jan 2008 11:13:55 GMT

I have a couple old obits listing "Clements & Riker Chapel" conducting funeral services. (1934)

Can someone tell me if these people are still in business in Fresno? Or, is this business now owned by someone else?

Thanks

MARGIE JUNE CALAWAY( ADAMS, PICO)

EUNITY — 11 Jan 2008 4:09:00 GMT

looking for my aunt obit she died in fresno co date unknown she married a man last named Pico marrage # 3 may have be buied by the nane of Adams or calaway she she may have been be buried by the zoo in fresno she has a grand glass repair shop in frenso any info would be help full

MARGIE JUNE CALAWAY( ADAMS, PICO)

EUNITY — 11 Jan 2008 4:08:52 GMT

Mae Abrahamson Burgeson

CarolVaughan55 — 8 Jul 2001 11:14:54 GMT

I am looking for anyone who might be related to my paternal grandmother's family. Her name was Mae Abrahamson Burgeson. She lived in Kingsburg from 1919 until her death in 1971. She was born in Wilcox, NE in 1891. Her parents' names were John Abrahamson and Mathilda Nelson. Mathilda had brothers and sisters that also lived in Kingsburg named Nelson, but our family has lost touch with that branch. We have also lost touch with the Abrahamson branch. Both families were originally from Nebraska, before that, Illinois, and a generation before that, Sweden.

Genealogy Seminar

janelletp68 — 7 Jan 2008 11:12:32 GMT

The San Luis Obispo County Genealogical Society is sponsoring an all-day seminar—“Tracing Your Family Tree, Digital, DNA, and Traditional Sources.” It will be held on Saturday, February 2, at the Veteran’s Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. Nationally known speakers, Dick Eastman, Geoff Rasmussen, and Max Blankfeld will be presenting topics for beginners as well as experienced researchers. To reserve a syllabus, register prior to January 18th, 2008. For more information and registration http://kcbx.net/~slogen/ or call 473-4963. Walk-in registration welcomed.

Looking for information/obituary or death record for Robert Trumbo

trumbo2 — 16 Dec 2007 4:36:23 GMT

I am trying to find obituary or burial information on Robert A. Trumbo and his wife Julia. Robert was born Oct 13, 1867 in Massac County, Illinois. He married Julia Parker. This family moved to Fresno County between 1910 and 1920. I believe he died about 1929. I have found his family in Fresno, Alameda, and Santa Clara Counties. His wife Julia Ann (Parker) Trumbo died Mar 21, 1959 in Fresno County. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

According to Heritage quest:
1920 Census, Fresno County, CA 5-twp, Jan 19 & 20, T625 Roll 97 pg 78
Trumbo, R.A. 52 md IL TN OH farmer own free
Julia 52 md IL IL OH
Tressa dau 16 s IL IL IL
Leonard son 13 s IL IL IL
Helen dau 10 s IL IL IL

Thank you,
Donald Trumbo
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Searching for Obituary Please

NascarfanN — 6 Jan 2008 10:03:00 GMT

I would appreciate someone finding me an obituary on GEORGE WASHINGTON DOWDA who died 25 May 1940 in Fresno.
Thanks for any assistance.

Jerry Ryan (1836-1909) and Catherine Neary Ryan (1841-1906)

k8ren — 5 Jan 2008 5:05:18 GMT

I have some papers for the Ryan family, early settlers of Fresno. Hope this helps someone.

Jeremiah Ryan was born in Ireland in 1836, ex-confederate soldier from Texas, moved to Fresno in 1873. The notes state that he married Catherine Neary in Texas prior to the Civil War although the birthdates of the children are somewhat later.

Jerry and Kate had 10 children:
Johanna b. 1873, died infancy
Peter, died 1897
William H. died 1918
Jerry Ryan Jr.
Morris
Charles
Louis Florian Ryan, b. Fresno, 1882, d. Fresno 1947 married Lilian Kane of Carlin Nevada, had 2 children, Mary Laurentia (b. 1908, d. 1992, no descendants) and Louis K.
Mrs. M. Y. Hinkle of San Francisco (Aunt Jo, the beauty, cocktail created for her at the Waldorf Astoria when she visited NY c. 1895)
Mrs. E (? might be Z or L) W. Gradner of San Francisco

From someone's genealogy notes: "The beginning of Fresno, May 10, 1872. The Central Pacific Railroad formally located the town of Fresno. The earliest religious service in what is now Fresno is dated Oct 21, 1873. It is the Baptismal entry of Johanna Ryan, daughter of Jerry Ryan and hs wife, Kate Neary Ryan. "

The following sounds like an obituary: "Jerry Ryan, ex-confederate soldier, railroad and hotel man, came to this city 35 years ago from Texas where he settled soon after coming to this country from Ireland. Born in Ireland August 15, 1836, 73 years ago and settled in Houston Texas where he was married just prior to the Civil War. Serving with Seventh Texas Cavalry of Rangers, captured at Shiloh. After the war, moved to Oregon. later in 1873 he came to Fresno. Ryan was first section foreman for the Southern Pacific in this locality and by his industry and shrewdness soon accumulated enough money to start him in the hotel business. Was very successful in this, made such wise investments in real estate that he became one of Fresno's wealthiest citizens."

Taken from a possible obituary: "Mrs. Catherine Ryan died March 15, 1906, about age 65 when she died. She was the mother of ten children, firstborn died in infancy, another, Peter died 9 years ago (1897?) and other children still living: William H. Ryan, Jerry Ryan Jr., Morris Ryan, Charles Ryan, and Louis Ryan, all of Fresno, Mrs. M. Y. Hinkle (Josephine?) and Mrs. E. (? could be Z or L) W. Gradner of San Francisco.

Letter from Grace Ryan, providing info from Sutro Library in San Francisco about the Irish immigration of the Ryan family:
"On April 17, 1847, the Undine sailed from Limerick to NY. Among the passengers were: John Ryan, 32, farmer, Mary Ryan, 30, spouse, Jeremiah, 12, Bridget, 10, John, 5, and Honora, infant." On a recent trip to Ireland, Grace had learned that the Ryans originally settled in Cork, then moved north to Tipperary.

Jeremiah was in the Confederate Army and may have had a son, Jeremiah Jr, known as Dutch.

HANS HANSEN

erick233 — 25 Dec 2007 10:32:30 GMT

1920 census Hansen, Fresno, California, unmarried male
California Death Index 1925: Hans Hansen who died in Fresno County on 12/29/1925 at age 80.
LOOKING FOR INFORMATION OR FAMILY OF>

obit - BOGDANOV, Nickolie Alexander (1963-2002)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 27 Dec 2007 6:50:25 GMT

BOGDANOV, NICK,Graveside services for Nick Bogdanov, 38, of Kerman will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Russian Molokan Cemetery. Mr. Bogdanov, a farm manager, died Friday. Arrangements are under the direction of Yost & Webb Funeral Home.

Fresno Bee, The (CA)
Date: May 12, 2002
Edition: FINAL
Page: B8
====================
From my file:
SSDI: NICK A BOGDANOV 26 Jul 1963 10 May 2002 (P) (72) (none specified) 563-63-0287 California

Spouse: Lorin Elaine Klistoff; married on 28 Apr 1991 in Fresno County, CA
Known children: Unknown

Parents: Alexander Matthew Bogdanov (1932-1988) and Lydia Nicholas Shapochnikoff (abt 1937 - )
Known children: William, Vera, Alexander, Nickolie, and Tania

NICHOLS

shirleyvinsand — 17 Jul 2001 11:55:50 GMT

Looking for family members of Samuel Blanchard his children were Mrs L.R CRAWFORD,Mrs T.J.HUGHES, and Mrs M.E. Nichols of Clovis Fresno Co California, Samuels wife was Samantha Ella Bonham and he married her in 1871

Moore, David Larkin

jimMoore60 — 16 Dec 2007 7:05:13 GMT

I have been researching this Moore family for several years and am interested in making contact with descendants of David Larkin Moore. He is the son of Joseph Thomas Moore and Sarah Ann White. Being born in Webster Co. Mo in 1869 migrating to Tulare Co. Calif. about 1910 - dying in Fresno Co., Calif., 1942. Spouse, Sarah Lou Hannah with many issue. We have lots of information photos/docs to share with willing party.

Genealogy Seminar

janelletp68 — 12 Dec 2007 1:19:55 GMT

February 2-- San Luis Obispo County Genealogical Society Seminar. “Tracing Your Family Tree with Digital, DNA, and Traditional Sources.” Dick Eastman, Geoff Rasmussen, and Max Blankfel will be the featured speakers. For registration and details http://kcbx.net/~slogen or call Caffi Cohen at 805-473-4963.

Obituary Lookup- Carl CARDELL- d. 7 May 2001

g_ebbes — 9 Dec 2007 8:48:22 GMT

Hi Everyone!

Could somebody please lookup the following obituary for me?

Carl CARDELL
b. 17 Jun 1912, Wichita, KS
d. 7 May 2001, Fresno, CA

Thanks so much!

-Grant

Carlos Foster/Pinedale Area/1982

PatriciaDeVoe70 — 24 Mar 2002 7:01:34 GMT

Looking for: Carlos Foster, was living in Pinedale,CA in 1982. Manuel Foster was Carlos's father. John(Juan Francisco Martinez Foster) was Manuels' brother. Would like to re-connect with Carlos if possible. Manuel and John also had a brother named Charles. Robert Foster was my ggrandfather, born in Old Messilla, NM. abt.1862 died abt.1938. There was also a sister, Idella Foster(1st.husband was a Gutierrez,2nd.?). Idella was living in McNary,AZ at the time of Roberts death and was later killed in auto accident in NM. Estefana(Baca Martinez), Roberts' wife died in Alamogordo,NM in 1985 at 109yrs. I have bits/pieces of this family...can you fill up the gaps? Please respond...(*>*)pd

George "Joe" Kennedy

detroitsdollie — 14 May 2006 12:17:00 GMT

Seeking information on George"Joe" Kennedy who married Leona Ruth Jackson(former married name Goodrich).
They lived for many years in Santa Monica California where he was a chef. Leona died in Fresno(we have all of her information) but we don't know if George died there also. His birthdate would have been about 1890-1900.
Thank you

Albert Wayne Jackson

tigerlilysmama — 8 Nov 2007 6:44:51 GMT

Need the last name of Albert Wayne Jackson's wife Loretta.
They married between 1944 & 1947 in Fresno County,California.
Thank you

family of Paul Stanley Lopp and Thayl?? H. Ferguson

muller1938 — 4 Nov 2007 3:49:02 GMT

Seeking information on the family of Paul Stanley Lopp and Thayl?? H. Ferguson and their children in Kern Co., Calif.; in Lane Co., OR; and in Fresno Co., Calif. For details on the children of Paul and Thayl??, see below:

Willing to share information..

Descendants of Paul Stanley Lopp

Generation No. 1

1. Paul Stanley3 Lopp (Samuel Alexander2, Samuel A.1)1,2,3 was born Aug 24, 1904 in PA4,5, and died May 07, 1977 in Taft, Kern Co., CA6,7. He married Thayl H. Ferguson8, daughter of John Ferguson and Minnie Harvey. She was born Jul 31, 1907 in MO, and died Jun 06, 1995 in Kern Co., CA.

More About Paul Stanley Lopp:
Occupation: 1930, Oil pumper

Notes for Thayl H. Ferguson:
Could not identify in the census.

Children of Paul Lopp and Thayl Ferguson are:
2 i. Lloyd Donald4 Lopp8, born Jun 19, 1923 in MO9; died Feb 24, 1995 in Cottage Grove, Lane Co., OR9.

Notes for Lloyd Donald Lopp:
Not married in 1942 when he entered the U.S. Army. Did he ever marry?
Military service: Aft. 1942, U.S. Army
Social Security Number: 561-28-1960

3 ii. Stanley Lopp10, born Dec 07, 1924 in San Bernardino Co., CA11; died Sep 1983 in CA11. He married Janelle M. Worrell12 Jul 07, 1961 in Orange Co., Calif.12; born Feb 10, 1920 in NEB; died Feb 18, 1990 in Fresno Co., Calif..

More About Stanley Lopp:
Military service: Aft. 1942, U.S. Army
Social Security Number: 562-26-1825

More About Janelle M. Worrell:
Social Security Number: 506-16-9976
What were the names of Janelle’s parents?

More About Stanley Lopp and Janelle Worrell:
Marriage: Jul 07, 1961, Orange Co., Calif.12

4 iii. Lelia M. Lopp13, born Abt. 1927 in CA.
Who did Lelia marry?
When and where did Lelia die?

Endnotes

1. U.S. Census, 1910 for Bradys Bend, Armstrong Co., PA (ED 7, p. 1A), "Electronic."
2. U.S. Census, 1920 for Bradys Bend, Armstrong Co., PA (Ed 9, p. 11B), "Electronic."
3. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."
4. CALIFORNIA DEATH INDEX, 1940-1997, "Electronic."
5. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
6. CALIFORNIA DEATH INDEX, 1940-1997, "Electronic."
7. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
8. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."
9. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
10. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."
11. SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX, "Electronic."
12. CALIFORNIA MARRIAGE INDEX, 1960-1985, "Electronic."
13. U.S. Census, 1930 for Gardena, Los Angeles Co., CA (ED 939, p. 5B), "Electronic."

Looking for Patricia Jo Scroggins Denton or her Decendent's

starvan — 27 Oct 2007 7:30:50 GMT

She is listed on the Death Certificate of her mother, Hazel Barton Scroggins.

Would like to know more about Hazel and her relationship to my Great Aunt Sarah Dean Simmons.

Thanks
Vicki Dean

Obit Help

gloliva1 — 6 Sep 2007 11:53:48 GMT

I am trying to find obituaries on two of my grandfathers siblings. We are having a family reunion in about 6 weeks and I am trying to fill in last minute holes in the geneology. The obituaries I'm looking for are:

Alma Barbarus died June 10, 1981
Leonard Witcosky died July 21, 1986

Any help would be appreciated.

Elbert and Minnie Kitchens Carter

jcnhamblin — 3 Jun 2006 4:20:01 GMT

I am looking for any information about this Carter Family.
Children: Leard Thomas, Beatrice Carmen, Armie Theador, Faye, Loyal Jeryle, Suge Cleo Otis (He was a coach at Fresno State) Wanda, Billy Joe, Ninnie Novella.

Schwaben Germans from Hungary

joyfultune — 17 Oct 2007 2:31:13 GMT

The 1910 and 1920 list quite a few from Hungary.
I know Schwan, Gumber/Gumper, Kraus are my family.
Does anyone have information the family of Barbara Kraus/Krauss? I have a lot of information of families from Nebeschenowa but very little after they arrived.

Lentz and Hungarians in Fresno

joyfultune — 17 Oct 2007 3:50:09 GMT

I have a group picture of over 100 people who attended a wedding of F. Lentz, 14 Feb. 1926 in Fresno, California. Does anyone have a name for F. Lentz and his wife or an old wedding announcement from the paper or information.
I have relatives in the picture and would be willing to share
it. My family were Schwaben and came from Neubeschenowa Hungary and I believe the Lentz also came from Hungary.
Thank You, Joy

Lentz and Hungarians in Fresno

joyfultune — 17 Oct 2007 3:36:16 GMT

I have a picture of a wedding of F. Lentz 14 Feb. 1926

CASSIDY'S IN FRESNO,CA

tn_nanny — 30 May 2002 1:11:01 GMT

I AM DOING RESEAARCH ON A ROBERT THOOMAS CASSIDY IN FRESNO. HE WAS A JEWEWEL IN THAT TOWN. HIS MOTHER WAS PEAARL CROWE CASSIDY COCHELL. ROBERT OR BOB HAD 2 BOYS . AND A WIFFE. BARBARA WAAS HER NAME. HE WAS BORN 1929 IN HAMILTON CO TTN AND DIED IN CA. ANY HELP EMAIL ME
TN_NANNY@BELLSOUTH.NET

3 Obit requests

asouthall1 — 4 Oct 2007 6:44:31 GMT

I am trying to track down obits on a few family members:
Ola Ardena (Howard) McNabb
b.1902
d.31 Jul 1988 Fresno Co., CA (last residence Kingsburg)

Earl M. McNabb
b.1900
d.08 Nov 1962 Fresno Co., CA (" Kingsburg)

Eldon Leon McNabb
b.1924
d.17 Jan 1992 Fresno Co., CA (" Kingsburg)

Re: Armenian ancestry from Fresno

Derek Nuss — 26 Aug 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for anyone with connections to or information on the family of Garabed and Aghavnie (Eghiazarian) Katzakian, who lived in the Fresno area from 1905 to 1931, farming in various areas. Garabed's brother John Katzakian was a barber in Fresno and his sister Mary, Mrs. John Shahoian, farmed in the area before moving to Oakland. I am also looking for anyone with connections or interest in the family of Manoog (1853-1940) and Altoon (Hovsepian) Goorigian and their three sons, Krikor,Mugerditch, and Nishon, who lived in Selma, Fowler, and Reedley. Other family connections are to the families of Mooshek and Zartar Mickalian, John and Martha Mickalian, and Simon and Akabee Kopoian.

Need info on Rev. Benjamin Rattray after 1917

AUBY239 — 3 Oct 2007 10:18:50 GMT

I am trying to find information on Rev. Benjamin Rattray. According to his brother's, Charlie's, obituary in 1917, Ben was living in Fresno, California. I have also found information that he was also in the Oakland, Ca. and San Francisco, Ca. area. I am trying to find his death date and place of burial.
I will gladly pay for cost of copies and postage for anything found.

Pinkston

JeannielGallant — 6 Feb 2005 7:37:55 GMT

Hello All,

Can someone possibly look and see where the following individuals are buried:

Jackson L. Pinkston b. 1860 d. unknown

Lula Bell Beach Pinkston b. 3/29/1859 d. 4/24/1941 Fresno

Clyde W. Raypoltz b. 3/10/1885 d. 3/6/1943 Fresno

Oma B. Pinkston Raypoltz b. 4/18/1895 d. 5/12/1977

Herschel W. Rayplotz b. 10/16/1915 d. 12/12/1962

HAYES, MANNING, MAYFIELD, BOYCE

Nikki — 22 May 2006 4:26:20 GMT

Looking for info on Linus, Pliny, Rosialee, and Thelma HAYES.

1930 census of Donald Fisher

wardrop173 — 18 Sep 2007 1:23:01 GMT

I am looking for some information on Donald E Fisher who was born in Fresno in 1925. His father would be John Fisher.

Jim Evans

Pickerel/Keyes

rodneyaustin44 — 23 Jul 2007 1:13:51 GMT

I am looking for Newell Chester Keyes b.1840 ohio and is believed to have died in Fresno California between 1900-1910. His wife was Iowa G Pickrell Keyes b. 1865 Iowa and is also believed to have died in Fresno after 1920. They had the following children:

Chester Henry Keyes b.1886 d 11-11-1918 Fresno, Ca
Vincent Glenn Keyes b.11-16-1887 d 5-17-1958 Fresno, Ca
Edith Keyes b 1891
Ruby Keyes b 1892 Kansas d 9-22-1982 Danville, Contra Coasta
Jenny F Keyes b 1895 Kansas d 7-1-1981 Contra Coasta
Edna Keyes b.1901 Ca d. 3-29-1980 Contra Coasta Ca

Edward P. Garrett Investigation Services, INC

mafreeman1 — 28 Aug 2007 4:20:53 GMT

Has anyone out there ever heard of a Garrett Investigation Services, INC. It was supposed to have its main office in Denver with an office in San Francisco. This would probably have been in the 1930's. The following persons were involved in the Agency: Edward P. Garrett, Lorena M. Garrett, Royce E. Garrett and O. Douglas Tripp. This information came from a book purported to be in the possession of Ruby Wedeking and said to be a book written by Edward P. Garrett. I lost track of Edward P. and Lorena M. Garrett after a trip taken in 1931. I cannot find them on the 1930 census anywhere. Any help would be appreciated.

Alonzo J. TRIPP obit lookup

mafreeman1 — 25 Aug 2007 10:29:06 GMT

I am looking for information from the obituary for Alonzo J. Tripp who died in Fresno 16 April 1948. I have that he was born 23 Feb 1880 in Tennessee. I am looking for survivors, names of parents, city of birth, etc. Hope that someone can help me.

Obituary Lookup Request - ROBISON/ROBINSON

asis1950 — 14 Aug 2007 2:27:52 GMT

I am researching the family of William "Henry" ROBISON/ROBINSON, b. 1884 in AR, d. Jan 1966 in the Fresno area, and his wife Kate (possibly Kathryn or Katherine) b. abt. 1888 and died abt. Dec 1980 in the Fresno Area.

According to the only other infomation I have on this family, there were two daughters, possibly from a previous marriage for Kate: Letha (who married a JONES) and Vera Juanita (who married a Quesada). I believe both of the daughters lived in the Fresno area also, but am not sure of this. I've been told that one, if not both, of the daughters have passed away. I do not have dates on these ladies.

I am trying to locate obituaries especially on Henry and Kate, as well as cemetery information on any/all of the people mentioned. I'm also trying to locate descendents of any of these people.

Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

Sue
in NE Arkansas

Thelma O. Brown 1914-2007, Obituary look-up please

SPWILLI — 8 Aug 2007 9:08:41 GMT

Does anyone have access to the Fresno Bee for the period of time from April 13, 2007 through April 19, 2007. I am looking for the obituary of Thelma O. Brown who passed away in Clovis on April 13, 2007 and I think the obituary appeared on Tuesday April 17, 2007. Help is greatly appreciated. Replies may be sent directly to me at my email growing_my_tree@yahoo.com or through this website.
Thanks in advance

Robinson Funeral Home- Selma

CathyGeorge12 — 1 Aug 2007 2:36:23 GMT

I have 2 obits from Selma, they are of Jack W. Edwards died 1-6-1959 arrangements made by J. L. Robinson Funeral Home, and Nellie Edwards died 12-23-1986 arrangements made by Thomas Robinson Funeral home. Are these 2 the same? And are they still in business? It doesn't mention where they are buried. Would like to find out? Thank-you for any help you may have.

Obituary look up

storybookpictures — 27 Jun 2007 11:21:11 GMT

Looking for info on a William Brennan. I don't KNOW that he died in Fresno, I just know that his social security death benefits went there around 1980. I know this isn't much info. He was my grandfather and has become the mystery of our family. He left my grandmother when my father was only 5. Rumor is he got remarried more than once, and possibly changed his name, although not legally, a time or two, but kept the same SSN.

Old photos of early settlers.

sntipton — 25 Jul 2007 4:24:17 GMT

I am looking for photographs of two early California gentlemen. Erastus S. Holden of Stockton and Alexander Deering of Mariposa. Any help and locating photos of these gentlemen is greatly appreciated.
Thank you all very much!
Scott
sntipton@everythingyosemite.com

Obituary lookup needed: Evelyn Louise Lindal

CaroleAlden — 26 Jun 2007 4:05:38 GMT

Find A Grave
Evelyn Herbert Lindal
Birth: Jul. 28, 1909 Death: Jan. 16, 1986
Burial:Golden Gate National Cemetery
San Bruno, San Mateo Co., California, USA
Plot: Z, 3072
CA death index
Evelyn Louise Lindal
Father: Walker
Mother: Moffitt
Birth: date in Ohio
Death: dd mm 1986 in Fresno, , California
Thank you.

Brown, Jessie Lula

rebuck1 — 5 Jul 2007 3:01:00 GMT

Looking for desdendants of Jessie Lula Haskin Brown b 1896 d 1980. Wife of William Brown b in 1894 England. Ch: Harold, George, Ellin and Mae. Lived in District 8 in 1930.

Loanne in CA

Robert Russell b. 1919

RonaldRussell30 — 5 Jul 2005 1:59:16 GMT

Looking for descendants of Robert Russell b. 1919 Fresno, Ca. He is listed in 1920 census with father Charles b. 1881 in Missouri. Could not read mothers name but was born in Texas abt 1886.

Family Bible Search

annthomas58 — 12 Jul 2007 7:46:12 GMT

Searching for my mother's old black bible. Names are; Amanda O. Dupree-Davis; Anna Jane Davis; Charles James Davis; Robert W. Frey, Jr; David R. Bernard; This family was from Bell Co. Tx. Binle was lost somewhere in Fresno, Ca. or Yosemite Ca.in the 1980's. Reply to { ann-t@sbcglobal.net }

Request for Obit lookup - Long

KEMeads — 28 Apr 2007 3:50:13 GMT

Request for obit lookup for Frank Oneal Long, born 12 Aug 1928 in Oklahoma, died 15 Jan 1982 in Fresno, CA.

Any assistance greatly appreciated. Thank you

surnames

tsharar — 23 Jun 2007 5:47:01 GMT

does anyone know the lineage in any of my surnames?

Ivah Lawrence Stockton Schwarz

GailKaufmann — 22 Jun 2007 1:55:14 GMT

I am looking for information on my Great Grandmother Ivah Lawrence born possibly in Maine in 1887, married to Guy Stockton 11/4/1905. Married Harry Schwarz sometime around 1914. Died 1935 in Fresno. Buried in Belmont Cemetery. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Octava Mattox Townsend

jacquemin — 26 Jun 2007 3:13:46 GMT

Octava M. Townsend-Miers
OCTAVA M. TOWNSEND-MIERS, 98, went on her heavenly journey Thursday, June 14, 2007. She was born Octava M. Mattox in Dos Palos, CA, on April 8, 1909 to George William and Fannie Evalina Mattox. She was the youngest of eight siblings including Willie, Elmer, Orvel Cleo, Opal, Clifford, and Carl all preceding her in death. She married the love of her life, Roland Joseph "Jack" Townsend and moved to Houston. They raised three children. She worked at the local Ordinance Depot during WWII and became active in politics when her husband became a Constable and Harris County Commissioner. Following his death, she worked for 21 years and retired from the Hertz Corp. In latter years, she enjoyed time with family, entertaining, especially on holidays. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Gloria Townsend Coulter. Survivors include sons Roland Joseph and Gary Townsend, and wife, Mellette. Affectionately known as Grannie, she is preceded in death by a grandson, Roland Joseph III, and survived by six grandchildren, Glenda Lamka, Jackie Miller, Starlet Taylor, Beverly Townsend, Jack Townsend, and Tiffany Spagnoli; 17 great-grandchildren, 19 great-great grandchildren, and 3 great, great-great grandchildren. She was a life-long member of the Christian Church. Friends are invited to a visitation, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 19 at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 20 at the Chapel of Angels, with Rev. David Fraser officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.

Published in the Houston Chronicle on 6/17/2007.

Fresno County School Photos -- 1949 & 1952

easttngenealogy — 23 Jun 2007 8:24:44 GMT

Greetings from East Tennessee!

A friend and I have a hobby where we buy photos and paper memorabilia that we believe we can find a proper home for someplace. Our requirements are minimal investment and maximum hope for placement. I guess it's like taking care of foster kids, in a way.

In a batch of material we recently acquired from a man in our area, we found a photograph of the 5th grade class at San Joaquin School in San Joaquin, California, dated October 21, 1952. We also have the Pomona School, Fresno County, 3rd/4th/5th Grades dated September 29, 1949.

Do you have a local area school archives or similar entity that might be interested in these photos? Is someone you love in one of the photos? I've attached a copy for your review.

If you have an interest in these photos, please contact me directly at the e-mail address below.

(Ms.) Billie R. McNamara
Knoxville, TN
E-Mail: easttngenealogy@gmail.com

looking for family

tsharar — 23 Jun 2007 5:43:37 GMT

my husband is an nelson adopted by whitman by 2

Obit lookup request for Howard Leach & wife Lenore Muriel (Zechlin) Leach

c_hughes_phx — 17 Dec 2006 7:30:14 GMT

I don't know how obits are handled on this county message board but any info would be helpful.

Thanks in advance.

Howard Leach
b: 21 Apr 1919 in North Dakota
d: 12 Mar 2006 in Fresno, Fresno, California

Lenore Muriel (Zechlin) Leach
b: 03 Nov 1919 in Minneapolis, Hennepin, Minnesota
d: 21 Mar 2003 in Fresno, Fresno, California

EDNA BELL LEFFALL 1910-1969 - FRESNO, CA

907016 — 11 Jun 2007 10:51:39 GMT

Mrs. Edna Bell Leffall (that is her married name). She passed in 1969 in Fresno, California. She was married to
MALCUS LEFFALL. He passed in 1971. . . .

EDNA BELL's Maiden name was GREEN (Edna Bell Green). Her mother was ELMA H. KINNER, and her father was
EDMOND GREEN. Both her parents were born in Texas. . .

For genealogy purposes I have been researching the Green family of Jackson County, Texas. Does anyone know if
Edna Bell's father, EDMOND GREEN was any relation to
BIDDIE GREEN who married Mr. WILLIE GAYLE? . . .

BIDDIE GREEN and Mr. WILLIE GAYLE had the following children all born in Texas:
1. Willie Roy Gayle
2. Julia Bell Gayle . . . .

Biddie Green passed, and Mr. Willie Gayle re-married and had the following children with his 2nd-wife:
1. Mary Gayle
2. Ed Gayle
3. O.D. Gayle (a son)
4. Archie Gayle . . .

Does anyone know if Mr. Willie Gayle was any relation to
George Gayle Jr. and Sylvester Gayle? Please contact me if you have any questions and information to share.
Thank you

John Rodgers of Sweden

sangy216 — 28 Nov 2003 4:10:25 GMT

Looking for information on CHARLES G. RODGERS born Feb 27, 1859 in Sweden. Charles died July 10, 1929 Fresno Co., CA.
Buried Belmont Memorial Cemetery in Fresno. Father listed on death certificate as JOHN RODGERS. Married FANNIE M.
HOLMES May 2, 1889 in Fresno, Fresno Co., CA. Fannie's parents were HENRY PALMER HOLMES and ISABELLA R.
DALE. Children Cornwallis b 1890; Earnest b Dec 1893; Inez Dale b 1892; Marie b 1896 and Esther b 1898. Charles' listed with
family in the 1900, 1910, and 1920 Fresno Co., CA Census. Census records show Charles immigrated to the US in 1873-74.
Charles RODGERS could very well be an alias as most Swedish immigrants changed name. Any information on CHARLES
RODGERS and family would be greatly apprecciated.

Thanks!

Jenny Garner

jwgarner@texas.net

Fresno High School 1914 Basketball Team Photo

Not_A_Relative — 1 Jun 2007 4:27:48 GMT

Fresno High School, Fresno, California 1914 Basketball Team Photo

http://www.familyoldphotos.com/6c/2f/fresno_high_school_1914...

In the photograph: Jean Vincenz, Elvin Thornburg, ____ Crawford - manager, ___ Leyden, James Ralston, Irving Toomey, Al Rasmussen, Douglas Uridge - captain, J. W. Warner - coach.

More California Old Photos
http://www.familyoldphotos.com/ca

Pictures in Clovis Cemetery.

sidetracked — 28 May 2007 12:07:12 GMT

Does anyone do digital pictures of the grave stones at the Clovis Cemetery in Clovis or be willing to? I would gratefully appreciate your help. I am in Michigan and have no plans to come to CA at this time.

Thanking you in advance.
Barbara, sidetracked@voyager.net

Mrs. Ed. Moore letter to Miss S.A. Hilbourn, 1877

amyarmstrong — 31 May 2007 2:22:54 GMT

The following letter appears in the 26 January 1877 edition of the Bellville Weekly (Vol. V, No. 43), the local paper of Bellville, Richland, Ohio. A letter from former Bellville residents Ed. & H. Moore, to Miss S.A. Hilbourn of Bellville, was printed in the newspaper for the citizens to read.
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(Communicated) The following is an extract of a letter written by Mrs. E. MOORE to Miss S.A. HILBOURN, of this place: MADERA, FRESNO CO., CAL., Jan. 7th., 1877.} This town is only two months old. We have not had time to talk up church and school yet, but the spring will make an opening for such improvements. There are 12 or 15 families here, two hotels and one boarding house, two saloons, (quite well patronized), one Doctor and one Lawyer, are all of the professional community we can boast of at present. The name of the place "Madera" is the Spanish for floating timber or lumber, which is very appropriate, as it is the terminus of a flume for floating lumber out of the mountains to the Railroad, a distance of 50 miles or more. This flume is sort of an experiment, but with good management, must be a success, as there is a greater demand for lumber than the company has been able to fill so far. There is a million feet of lumber in the yard now, and are receiving every day, or rather night, as it takes the lumber about 12 hours to come the 50 miles or more. This flume is sort of an experiment, but with good management, must be a success, as there is a greater demand for lumber than the company has been able to fill so far. There is a million feet of lumber in the yard now, and are receiving every day, or rather night, as it takes the lumber about 12 hours to come the 50 miles, and they take it out of the flume in the night, as the ice from the mountains get among the lumber and makes the work so much colder. The workman take it out with their hands, and it is cold work having the hands in ice-water all day. Dr. Lee would be a good person to tell you of the workings of flumes, as he has been in this country. The town is on the Railroad, so I feel quite at home to hear the cars in the night. We have only three trains of a night, but that is company for me, particularly if you are waiting on the sick as I have been for nearly three months past. Ed. was taken with a chill in October, followed with some sort of fever that he could not seem to recover from, so over a month ago he got lame and and his limbs, from the knees down, felt as though they were asleep and as though they were in cold water. He went to Merced to the Doctor, and after a week could not help himself up or down stairs, or get his clothes on alone, would fall down and had to be helped up, and would have fallen down stairs if a chinaman had not caught him. I went to him. After a week the Doctor said we might come home, and advised a galvanic battery in water. We were boarding, and everything was so unhandy. We got into our own house a month ago, unfinished as it was, with the carpenters working over and around all for two weeks, to get it habitable for the winter. He seemed to get better for some days, then the cords in the calf of the left leg got sore and painful. He had to keep his bed for 10 or 12 days. Finally one night he got so sick. Frank telegraphed for the Doctor. By the time he got here the crisis was passed. He had been passing blood and pus from the bowels. The Doctor decided when he was so sick the night before, that an abscess on the liver had broken and that Ed. was very fortunate to have such a termination of so serious a matter. He is improving every day now, and can walk about the house without his cane. I find housekeeping quite a task, but enjoy our home. * * We have had no rain for nearly nine months, and the farmers are looking very gloomy over their prospects. There is still a chance for a crop if there is rain within three months. Dear Coz. will you have our "Bellville Weekly" sent to Borden, we have only had three numbers in as many months, so one's quite lost without it. Tell us all you can think of when you write. I'll be a better correspondent in the future if will write me. ED. joins me in love to you and regards to Dr. LEE and family, Mr.. and Mrs. POTTS, and to Mrs. RIDDLE. Remember me to Em. Charles. I want to hear of Cousin DELLAH. I want to hear of everybody. Wishing you a happy new year, we are ever yours. -- H. & ED. MOORE.

Obit Request for Ulysses Bookout

sdlewis41 — 30 May 2007 1:48:30 GMT

Hello,
I'm searching for an obit for Ulysses Bookout. I'm not sure where he passed away in the Fresno County area, however, he is buried in the Kingsburg Cemetery. Ulysses was born 12-25-1865 and passed away 1-19-1957. Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Shelley

Obit lookup please 1995

Annii7 — 23 May 2007 2:09:03 GMT

Looking for obituary for the following:

Carrie Davis
Died March 27, 1995
Residence: Clovis, Fresno County

Thank you.

Carol Davis

any

karaheiner — 20 Apr 2004 3:33:41 GMT

looking for a man of scottish descent 5'11 black hair hazel eyes fair cmpl. born around 1905.he was a horticulturist. his wife was younger born 1917aprox and was of italian descent 5'7 120pd hair deep brown olive cmpl. she died when she was 47. she had multiple sclerosis. she was a teacher ba degree. they had three daughters,the oldest b 1947 or 48 the middle 52, the youngest 54, she was also retarded and resided in st hospital. the family was presbyterian, all though the 2 older girls converted to lds. they lived in northern california ,a very small town. the oldest went to slc ut in 1965 were she was in a foster home.she was pregnant , she lived with a family and helped them with there children,she also held a retail job as well as home study. please contact me if you have any info.

Davis family

Linda Davis Erickson — 25 Apr 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for any information on my grandmothers family. Her name was Minnie Mcqueen Davis. My father was Cicero (Cedric) Davis. I also have and aunt and uncle in the Fresno area Steve and Dean Weber.

Obit lookup request

salsamaker65 — 25 May 2007 3:05:13 GMT

I could really use some help finding an obit for a long lost uncle. His name is Leland Roberts. DOD is listed as 5 Sept 1975 in Fresno, CA.

Would love to have his obit for the family tree scrapbook and to let his sister know about it before she passes.

Thanks so much.

Obit look-up: Dorothea V. O'LEARY

flyinghook — 22 May 2007 2:39:24 GMT

Need an obit looked up for Dorothea Verne (Hanser) O'Leary.
She was born 31 Jul 1909 in Minnesota, and died 13 Oct 1990 in Fresno, California.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.
Vikki

Lavone Katherine Miller

DeniseK711 — 18 May 2007 12:42:32 GMT

Hello,
I am trying to find out/verify information whether the Lavone Katherine Miller I found in the California Death index, is the daughter of Hazel. According the index, Lavone was born August 24, 1914 and died February 21, 1995 in Fresno County, California.
I want to find out if she matches the family I am researching. The Lavone I am searching: In the 1920 census Lavone is living in Santa Clara California with her mother Hazel Barneybach (can't really read the last name) and her grandparents Jospeh Robinson and Catherine Redmond. In the 1930 census she is living with her Aunt and Uncle... Ulrich B. Pettersen and Violet C. (Robinson) Lavone is listed as adopted daughter.
If this is the same Lavone, who did she marry? Also, what happened to her mother Hazel. I am assuming by the fact that she was adopted in 1930, her mother passed away. Also who was her father.
Any help would be greatly appreciated. I can be reached at DeniseK711@aol.com
Thank you so much,
Take Care,
Denise

Obit look-up: Hanser; Warren

flyinghook — 18 May 2007 5:39:26 GMT

Need obits for:
Christine M. (Andersen)Hanser, born 15 Sep 1886 in Minnesota, died 1 Jan 1968 in Fresno, Fresno, California.
And her daughter:
Lucille B. (Hanser)Warren, born 9 Mar 1915 in North Dakota, died 14 Dec 1988 in Fresno, Fresno, California.
Thanks in advance for any help.
Vikki

Page - Smith Descendants from Oklahoma

gingermccall — 16 May 2007 7:35:46 GMT

I am trying to find descendants of Milroy "Roy" Page & Ditha (Disa) Rubetta Smith-Clark-Page. I am kin to both sides and would really like to reach someone. Most have passed away there in Fresno County and I am in Oklahoma.

I also would like to find Ditha Smith-Clark-Page's burial.

Other names are:
Cleveal M Clark-Tambellini
Bill "Willie" Clark
Arsey or Arcie Page-Cox
Margaret P Page-Deaver
Gertrude Page
Edith K Page-Sonora
Awny or Onnie Page
Mary G Page-Anderson
Hazel L Page-Santana

Please respond to this message or send me an email.
Thank you.

Obit Look up for Hazel Barton Scroggins and Joe Scroggins

starvan — 9 May 2007 7:14:35 GMT

Hazel died 20 May 1996 in Fresno

Joe died 10 Jul 1990 in Fresno

If there is a cemetery list online for Fresno, I would like to get a link to those as well.

Thanks!

Obituary Request Thomas Jefferson STONE

TheGenealogyGenie — 9 May 2007 7:19:32 GMT

I am seeking the obituary of Thomas Jefferson STONE, who died in Sanger on 26 October 1935. Thank you!

Jeannie
http://genealogygenie.blogspot.com/

SOMEONE TO LOOK UP MARGIE ADAMS (PICO DATE UNKNOW( OBIT ALSO TAKE A PICTURE OF HER GRAVS SITE

EUNITY — 5 May 2007 4:28:02 GMT

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO WOULD LOOK UP MARGIE CALAWAY (ADAMS PICO) OBIT AND TAKE A PICTURE OF HER GRAVE SITE SHE SUPPOSE BE BURIED BY THE ZOO IN FRESNO CAN AND WILL PAY FOR PICTURE AND POSTAGE PLEASE EMAIL ME @ lindasuemack@yahoo.com'

Request for obit lookup from MI

sidetracked1 — 2 May 2007 12:26:16 GMT

Would someone please look up the obituary or death record for WILLARD FRANK DEMMON? First and middle names may be exchanged. He was born in MI in 1903 and is listed on CA Death Index as dying 4 Sep 1950,in Fresno. Believe he was also wed in CA. Any help greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.
Barbara Dill Hendrickson, sidetracked@voyager.net