San Francisco - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

McNevin, Capt. Edmund, Principal Nautical School

RandyIngham — 7 Aug 2006 8:39:54 GMT

Descendants of Capt. Edmund McNevin, wife was dau. of Judge G.B. Walker of San Francisco, 2 daughters, Alice E. De Burg & Julia Emily Walker; son Peter Collins McNevin

Lookup divorce Begnal's

firedoc0 — 6 Sep 2008 10:20:47 GMT

Elizabeth Begnal, b. abt. 1888, NY, lived San Francisco City, pre 1920 census until her death in 8 Jan 1949.

Wishing to know of any divorce of Elizabeth from George Felix Begnal, b. 1879, NY. Unknown year of divorce, 1920 census lists Elizabeth as widow, however she was not a widow and in the 1930 census as divorced.

Unknown when Elizabeth moved to San Francisco, last known residence prior to 1920 census was Winters CA in 1912. Per CA Voter's Reg. Elizabeth & George Begnal lived together.

Also looking for a divorce between Clifford Franklin Begnal (b. 1903, NY)and Thelma Ferne Perry (b. 1906, ME)San Francisco between 1924-1928. Clifford Franklin Begnal, remarried Wilma F. Gates, 4 May 1928

I have other lookups regarding marriages of Thelma Ferne Perry to Clifford Franklin Begnal, abt. 1920-23, and to Earl Begnal, between 1924-1930.

Appreciate any assistance and willing to compensate, Doc

Seeking family members of Voltaire Berry

CEast — 11 Feb 2006 3:45:18 GMT

Voltaire Berry 1882 - 1955 lived and died in SF, I believe. I am seeking any information on him or his family members. Family members included parents: Thomas & Betty Berry; siblings: Thomas, James, Kate, Elizabeth, John

Lookup at San Francisco City Hall--please help

chiquita242 — 1 Sep 2008 8:04:25 GMT

I am trying to locate marriage records from San Francisco. The indexes are available on microfilm at the office of the San Francisco Assesor-Recorder. Would you be willing to do the lookup for me? I will pay expenses, of course.

Walter Cecil LUKE, b. Oct 19, 1904 in San Francisco. Married Donna after 1930 census.

Edna LUKE, b. Sep 28, 1906 in San Francisco. Married ? ELROD after 1930 census.

Any other LUKE and ELROD marriages or info would also be of interest.

Indexes available at
San Francisco Assessor-Recorder
City Hall, Room 109
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place (Polk St.)

Copies are $.50 each. Please help, and thank you!!!

Reavey - San Francisco County, Ca

karensgenes — 30 Aug 2008 9:22:46 GMT

I need your help, Please! I am researching the Peter and Ellen Reavey family. Ellen Reavey died on Dec. 14, 1896 and her obit says that she was buried in St. Rose Cemetery. Does anyone know if that cemetery is still in existance? I googled and came up empty.

Thanks,

Karen

Jerry Belcher on San Francisco Radio

mlhenry146 — 28 Aug 2008 3:04:37 GMT

My name is Michael Henry and I am with the Library of American Broadcasting, a research library at the University of Maryland devoted to the history of radio and television broadcasting. I am researching the career of Jerry Belcher (1895-1962), who worked in San Francisco radio from the late 1940's to the mid-1950's. I was wondering if anyone may know information about his radio career in SFO, may have heard him on the air, may have been interviewed by him on the air.

I appreciate any information anyone can share. I can be contacted at mlhenry@umd.edu

Thank you for your assistance.

-Michael Henry
Library of American Broadcasting

Obit Lookup - BETTENCOURT, William Louis

Rawben — 29 Aug 2008 4:08:32 GMT

BETTENCOURT, William Louis
Born 1894 03 05
Died 1979 11 24
85 years old
died in San Francisco

This is my great-great Uncle's son. I'm hoping to find his obituary to see if he was married and had any children. Thank you so very much!

obit - DOLGOFF, Jack M. (1879-1944)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 24 Aug 2008 1:08:18 GMT

DOLGOFF – In this city, November 10, 1944, Jack, beloved husband of Mary Dolgoff, loving father of Nicholas, Robert, Thomas and George Dolgoff and Mrs. Virginia Vasquez.
Friends are invited to attend the funeral Monday at 3:30 p.m., at the mortuary of Suhr & Wieboldt, 1465 Valencia St., bet. 25th and 26th Sts. Interment, Olivet Memorial Park.
San Francisco Examiner, Saturday, November 11, 1944,, page 11
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CA Death Index: DOLGOFF JACK M 1879 10 22 DOLGOFF MALE RE SAN FRANCISCO 1944 11 10 65

He was married to Mary (Skobilief) Dolgoff (1884-1952)

See the cemetery record and headstone at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GSln=do...;

obit - FRANKONI, Eugene John, Sr. (1917-1986)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 24 Aug 2008 12:33:25 GMT

Note: Eugene John Frankoni was a native of San Francisco, CA; he died in San Mateo County, CA. A copy of his obit is also at the San Mateo County message board.

FRANKONI, Eugene John – At home in Millbrae, June 13, 1986; beloved husband of Olga Frankoni; father of Eugene and Stephan (Nancy) Frankoni; grandfather of Stephanie Frankoni; boy Scout Leader for 21 years; a native of SF; age 69 years.
Funeral Service will beheld Monday, June 16, 1986, 1 p.m. chapel of the Highlands, El Camino Real and Millwood Dr., Millbrae. Interment Olivet Memorial Park, Colma immediately following the service.
San Francisco Chronicle & San Francisco Examiner, Sunday, June 15, 1986, page B9
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From my file:
CA Birth Index: FRANKONI EUGENE J 1917 12 27 HENRICKS MALE SAN FRANCISCO

CA Death Index: FRANKONI EUGENE JOHN 1917 12 27 Mother: "HEN[D]RICKSON" MALE CA SAN MATEO 1986 06 13 556056168 68

Spouse: Olga Joseph (Gavrelenko) Gavre (1919-1991); married Bef. 1942
Known children: Eugene, Jr. and Stephen

1. Eugene md. (1) Valorie A. Pratt on 22 Feb 1975 in Monterey County, CA and divorced in 1981 = no children; (2) Nancy Gallagher = unknown if they have a family.
2. Stephen md. Nancy Diane Porta on 16 Apr 1966 in San Mateo County, CA = Stephanie

Parents: Eugene Frankoni (1892-1947) and Eva Maria Hendrickson (1890-1958)
Known children: Eugene and Richard

1. Eugene - see above
2. Richard md. (1) Unknown Zemansky = Richard and Allen; (2) Jean McWhorter in 1956; divorce 1973 = Alan and Robert

See the cemetery record and headstone at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=28...

obit - LAZARICH, Frank (1895-1987)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 23 Aug 2008 8:49:00 GMT

Note: Frank was a long-time resident of San Francisco, CA; he died in San Mateo County. The obit will also be posted in that county.
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LAZARICH, Frank – At rest July 23, 1987, beloved husband of Maria and the late Pearl Lazarich; loving father of Frances Martinelli, Helen Gughemetti and Katherine Barreto and the late John Lazarich; idolized grandfather of eight, eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; a native of Isteria, Yugoslavia; a retired member of SF cooks and Culinary Employees Union Local #2; age 92.
Friends are invited to attend the Blessing Sat., July 25, 1987, 10 a.m. at Driscoll’s Mortuary chapel, 1096 s. Van Ness Ave. at 22nd St. Private interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Rosary 7:30 p.m. tonight.
San Francisco Chronicle, Friday, July 24, 1987, page 37
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From my file:
CA Death Index: LAZARICH FRANK 1895 05 24 GRAZIANE MALE RE SAN MATEO 1987 07 23 546090587 92
SSDI: FRANK LAZARICH 24 May 1895 Jul 1987 94110 (San Francisco, San Francisco, CA) (none specified) 546-09-0587 California

Spouse (1): Pearl Lupich (1896-1954)= Frances, John, Katherine, Virginia

1. Frances (1923-2004) md. Eduardo Raymond Martinelli (1921-1992)before 1943 = Edward, Richard, and Susan
2. John (1924-1982) md. Doris James Loscutoff (1926-1978) = John and James
3. Katherine md. Armando G. Barreto before 1955 = George and Pearl
4. Virginia md. Joseph John Gughemetti before 1947 = Joseph (1947-1997)

Spouse (2): Marie - no other information as to when and where they married or Marie's full name.

Margaret Stevenot Obit.

jdnmiranda — 22 Aug 2008 3:27:06 GMT

Stevenot-In the city, December 2, 1905, Margaret A. Stevenot, beloved daughter of Emile and Sarah Stevenot, and sister of Marie F. and F. G., Nellie, A. D., J. C., and Leonie Stevenot, a native of San Francisco, Cal., aged 30 years 6 months and 3 days.

The funeral will take place to-day (Monday), December 4, at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Francis Church. Interment private, Holy Cross Cemetery.

George Forfar

nspacinsky — 17 Aug 2008 3:51:09 GMT

I am seeking information on a George Forfar Born 1887 Canonngate, Edinburgh, Scotland who emigrated to the USA aborad the SS Cecelia arriving Ellis Island April 15 1911 destined Colorado.

According to the US Census of 1920 he was living in San Francisco with spouse Edna.

Any information relative to this family would be appreciated and hoping to contact descendents to share their ancestorial information with them.

Neil

California Marriage Index

tnbeaverfamily — 12 Aug 2008 4:09:59 GMT

Does anyone have a CD index with marriages 1930-35 in California. Searching for groom Henry Presnell married Janie Stryker Striker? btw 1930-1935 If I could found out what county then I can order marriage record.Henry was single in 1930 thats how I pin point the dates.
Then lived in San Francisco but unknown if they married in that city.
Janie died in 1935 in SF a short time after the marriage Henry remarried later in life in Oklahoma until death 1981
No one else living to ask!!
I would like Henry and Janie's marriage data.
Please Help if you can

Jane Beaver
Knoxville, TN

obit - ODLIN, Natalie Boris Brajnikoff (1911-1971)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 23 Nov 2007 12:16:38 GMT

From the San Francisco Chronicle, Friday, October 1, 1971, page 29:
ODLIN, Natalie – In San Francisco, September 25, 1971, Natalie Odlin, beloved wife of Clifford F. Odlin of Somerset, Eldorado County; mother of Lyenne Vernon Odlin of San Francisco; daughter of Mrs. Katherine Brajnikoff; sister of Boris B. Brajnikoff, Vera B. Brajnikoff, Oleg B. Brajnikoff and Irene B. Sharenbroch, all of San Francisco and George B. Brajnikoff of Gardenia; a native of China, aged 60 years.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at chapel of the Pines, Placerville. Interment at Westwood Hills Memorial Park.
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From my file:
CADI: ODLIN NATALIE B 1911 07 04 FEMALE CH SAN FRANCISCO 1971 09 25 559169158 60

Spouse: Clifford F. Odlin (1908-2002)
Known children = Lyenne

Lyenne married Ruth C. Nordstrom on 04 Jul 1979 in Reno, NV; it isn’t known if he was previously married or has a family
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Parents: Boris Konstanovich Brajnikoff (1878-1965) and Catherine John Kaido (1889-1988)
Known children: Natalie, Boris, Vera, Irene, George, Oleg

1. Natalie – see above
2. Boris (1913-1992) md. Ludmila Rezac (1921-1997) on 11 Sep 1949 in San Francisco, CA = Robert, Noella, Victoria, Gail, Edward, Leonard
3. Vera (1914-1990) md. Unknown Zaharin
4. Irene (1917-2004) md. Unknown Sharenbroch
5. George md. Dorothy M. Chaney = Alan, Mark, Blake
6. Oleg (1925-1973) md.
Spouse 1. Ruth E. Bergland – md. On 19 Feb 1960 in Sonoma County, CA
Spouse 2. Fenella Muriel Lavers (1910-1981) – md. Unknown date

If anyone can help with the unknowns in this family i.e. Zaharin and Sharenbroch, it would be appreciated.

Thank you.
Nancy (Poppin) Posey

What shall I do with this?

grizziesgirl — 24 May 2008 7:28:27 GMT

What shall I do with this little gem: "Ann Welcome's Treasured Recipes" published in 1933 by the San Francisco Call-Bulletin? Inside the kitchen-worn cover it reads, "Souvenir Copy of Treasured Recipes presented by Ann Welcome, Director - Happy Homemaking Department, San Francisco Call-Bulletin and dedicated to her guests, The Women's Organizations represented at luncheon at the Eighth Annual Food Show and Home Appliance Exposition, Civic Auditorium, October 7-14, 1933". "Treasured Recipes" being from the 160 "Honorable Mention Winners" in connection with the 1933 Eighth Annual San Francisco Food Show". It gives the names and addresses of the 160 contributors along with their recipe. This is just the sort of thing that would be fun to include with your family history stories - I like the sound of the recipe for Mocha Scotch Cake (submitted by Miss Mabel Carroll, Route 1, Box 289, San Jose).

I would be willing to index the book with names, addresses and recipe titles but I prefer not to be in the business of look-ups. Perhaps there is a website where the host would be willing to post scans of this little 46-page treasure? I would be glad for suggestions.

Dr. William Henry Newell died 6/5/1913 in San Francisco. Where buried??

Bob_MacAvoy — 1 Aug 2008 8:26:28 GMT

I am interested in locating the burial places of Civil War veterans buried in New Jersey cemeteries. Since I am not a relative of Dr. William Henry Newell who died 6/5/1913 in San Francisco at the age of 83, I cannot apply for a copy of his death certificate. He had ties to New Jersey and there is a possibility that he may have been shipped back east for burial.

On line records for San Francisco area cemeteries are scarce to say the least so that's no help. I live in New Jersey which also doesn't help.

I am only trying to locate the cemetery where he was interred and I really do not require copies of any documents. I do know that funeral services were held from Gray's Chapel, Geary and Devisadero streets. Unfortunately the services and interment were private.

Can anyone help me or offer some suggestions?

Bob

1920 Census look up for Lavinia Grove

larsen5014 — 30 Jul 2008 4:35:07 GMT

Hi,
I would please like to a 1920 Census lookup for Lavinia Grove Born 1909 San Francisco,Calif. This is all the info I have.I am trying to find out who her parents are. Any help would be great
Thanks in advance

obit - McDANIEL - Mary C. (Madsen) 1871-1959

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 29 Jul 2008 9:35:48 GMT

McDANIEL – In Redwood City, June 24, 1959, Mary C. McDaniel, mother of Mrs. Richard Hurff of San Francisco and sister of Anna Klapperich of San Francisco and grandmother of Susan, Sally and Mary Hurff of San Francisco; a native of San Francisco, aged 87 years.
Funeral services will be held Friday, June 26, 1959, at 10:30 a.m. from the White Oaks chapel, 1696 El Camino Real, San Carlos Interment, Cypress lawn, Colma.

San Francisco Examiner,, Thursday, June 25, 1959, Section II, Page 27
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CA Death Index: MCDANIEL MARY C 1871 11 09 OKEEFE MADSEN FEMALE CA SAN MATEO 1959 06 24 87

obit - BRODERSON, Frank E. (1908-1975)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 29 Jul 2008 9:32:22 GMT

Note: Frank died in Sonoma County, CA, but is a San Francisco native.

BRODERSON, Frank E. – In Santa Rosa, September 26, 1975, Frank E. Broderson loving husband of Marie Broderson of Guerneville, loving brother of Mrs. Walter Baker of Daly City and William Broderson of Pacifica; a native of San Francisco; aged 67 years.

Friends are invited to attend the services Monday, September 29, 1975, at 1 p.m. from Daniels chapel of the Roses, with private inurnment, Olivet Memorial park. Family prefers contributions to be made to the American cancer Society. Daniels chapel of the Roses, 1225 Sonoma Ave., Santa Rosa (707) 545-0880.

San Francisco Examiner & San Francisco Chronicle, Sunday, September 28, 1975, page B5
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CA Death Index: BRODERSON FRANK E 1908 06 02 MALE CA SONOMA 1975 09 26 557091436 67

obit - BRODERSON, Alice/Alyce M. (1890-1966)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 29 Jul 2008 9:30:19 GMT

BRODERSON – In this city,, May 18, 1966, Alyce M. Broderson, beloved wife of the late Frank Broderson, loving mother of William and rank Broderson and Aileen Baker, also survived by three grandchildren; a native of San Francisco.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 21, 1966, at 11 a.m. at the Memorial Chapels of Carew & English, Masonic at Golden Gate Ave.; inurnment private, Olivet Memorial Park.

San Francisco Examiner,, Friday, May 20, 1966, page 50
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CA Death Index: BRODERSON ALICE M 1890 09 11 MADSON FEMALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1966 05 18 - 75

obit - BRODERSON, Frank (1890-1944)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 29 Jul 2008 9:25:54 GMT

BRODERSON – In this city, Jan 17, 1944, Frank beloved husband of Alyce M. Broderson, loving father of William and Frank Broderson and Aileen Baker; a native of San Francisco. A member of Sign Painters Union, Local No. 510.
The funeral will take place Wednesday, Jan 19th, at 9 a.m. from the Memorial Chapels of Carew & English, Masonic at Golden Gate Ave.; thence to Church of the Holy Name, Lawton at 40th Ave., where a requiem mass will be offered for the repose of his soul, commencing at 9:30 a.m. Interment, Holy Cross Cemetery.

San Francisco Examiner,, Wednesday, January 19, 1944, page 11
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CA Death Index: BRODERSON FRANK 1890 02 12 MALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1944 01 17 561034482 53

obit - KLAPPERICH, Anna (Madsen) 1869-1961

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 29 Jul 2008 9:24:05 GMT

KLAPPERICH – In this city,, February 15, 1961, Anna, beloved mother of Mrs. Alyce Broderson, loving sister of the late Mrs. Mary McDaniel, loving grandmother of Frank and William Broderson and Mrs. Aileen Baker, loving great-grandmother of Walter Baker; a native of San Francisco; age 91 years.
The funeral will be held on Friday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. at the Memorial chapels of Carew & English, Masonic at Golden Gate Avenue. Inurnment, Olivet Memorial Park.

San Francisco Examiner, Friday, February 17, 1961, section II, page 9
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CA Death Index: KLAPPERICH ANNA M 1869 05 31 OKEEFE FEMALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1961 02 15 - 91

obit - KLAPPERICH, John J. (1864-1943)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 29 Jul 2008 9:21:24 GMT

KLAPPERICH – In this city, October 18, 1943, John J. Klapperich, loving father of Louis H. Klapperich; a native of San Francisco, aged 79 years.
Friends are invited to attend the funeral services Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the chapel of the United Undertakers, 1096 So. Van Ness Ave. at 22nd St. Interment, Cypress Lawn Memorial Park.

San Francisco Examiner, October 20, 1943, page 15
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CA Death Index:
KLAPPERICH JOHN J 1864 08 11 Mother: "MUIR" KLAPPERICH MALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1943 10 18 79

San Francisco Pass list at Ancestry FERNANDEZ family 1913

scarletgen_1 — 27 Jul 2008 9:55:27 GMT

I have discovered that my Fernandez family went from Spain to Hawaii
1907 and from HI to San Francisco where my father was born shortly
thereafter 1914.
I believe they came by ship to San Francisco from Hawaii right around
1913.
Would anyone know if these are listed in the San Francisco Passenger
lists on Ancestry.com or anyone willing to do a lookup for me?
http://content.ancestry.com/iexec/?dbid=7949&htx=List&am...
Also Ancestry states "passenger lists of ships arriving from foreign
ports" would that mean Hawaii would not be included as a port?? I guess I
am not too sure when Hawaii became one of the states.
Here is some info on the grandparents & their Spanish names in
(parenthesis) in case anyone can find them.
Joseph (Jose) Antonio Fernandez b. Spain 1865
Juana Fernandez (Sanchez) b. Spain April 18 1872
Their Fernandez children and the year they were born:
(Esperanza) Hope 1897, Spain
(Antonia) Antoinette 1887, Spain
(Ana) Annie 1899, Spain
(Jose) Joseph age 1901, Hawaii
(Josie/Josephina) Josefa age 1908, Hawaii
(Juana or Juanita) Jennie or Jane 1911, Hawaii
(Salvador) Samuel or Sam 1912
my father (Raffaelle) Ralph who was born after they arrived in San Francisco.
Thanks for any help or advice very much appreciated
Regards,
Sandy

Need an obit look-up for a San Francisco death in 1913. No copies required.

Bob_MacAvoy — 16 Jul 2008 5:12:15 GMT

Dr. William Henry Newell died 6/5/1913 in San Francisco at the age of 83.

I am trying to locate the cemetery where he was interred.

I do not need copies of any papers, just the name and location of the cemetery.

Bob

San Francisco, California 1890 Great Register of Voters

caerdane — 13 Jun 2008 11:22:42 GMT

If anyone has a copy of this book, I would be grateful if they could look to see if George H Smith of St. Thomas nr Monongahela is in it.

Many thanks in advance.

obit - HAGAN, Anne- 1935 - 2001

othurme — 22 Jul 2008 8:56:45 GMT

SF Chronicle
8 Aug 2001

See Attached

obit - GUERRERO, Randall - 1962 -2001

othurme — 22 Jul 2008 8:50:34 GMT

SF Chronicle
8 Aug 2001

See Attached

obit - DELEOZ, Lutgarda Atutubo - 1912 - 2001

othurme — 22 Jul 2008 8:48:10 GMT

SF Chronicle
8 Aug 2001

See Attached

LOOKING FOR A HARBOURMASTER OF SAN FRANCISCO CALLED WILLIAMS

miramct — 18 Jul 2008 11:50:12 GMT

I am looking for a Harbourmaster of Sanfrancisco with the Surname Williams. If he exists I would like to know his forename(s) and the dates he held the post. I am supposed to be related to him. Shan(nee Williams)

THRASHER death/obituary information

lapaz — 11 Jul 2008 5:29:34 GMT

Don: I hope this isn't duplicate posts, but I couldn't get the reply on your post to respond.

San Francisco obituaries: http://sfpl.org/librarylocations/main/obits.htm

California vital record index: http://www.vitalsearch-ca.com/
Death
THRASHER WILLIAM ARTHUR 1875 08 28 HOSTETTER THRASHER MALE IN SAN FRANCISCO 1949 07 28 560073079 73

THRASHER FREDA A 1881 02 08 FEMALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1960 03 26 560053033 79

William A. Thrasher 1876-1949, wife Freda, need obit.& cem. lookup

donmatson63 — 11 Jul 2008 3:57:36 GMT

Looking for death date perhaps in 1949 for a William Arthur Thrasher b. 1876 Ind. last known living in San Francisco in 1930 census, with wife Freda Arline ------.
Don't think they had any children.
Would like his full birth, death dates & burial place or obituary lookup.
Think he married ca. 1914 in (Calif.?)
Thanks
Don in Indiana

obit look-up Alice J Daniels

huboutourville — 11 Jul 2008 1:55:09 GMT

Hello,

If someone would be able to do a look-up for Alice J. Daniels deceased June 26, 1937 in San Francisco.

Thank you very much.

Best regards,
Diane
Canada

obit look-up Josephine F Daniels

huboutourville — 11 Jul 2008 1:57:06 GMT

Hello,

If someone would be able to do a look-up for Josephine F Daniels deceased March 21, 1933 in San Francisco.

Thank you very much.

Best regards,
Diane
Canada

obit lookup

sigman5277 — 9 Jul 2008 1:28:01 GMT

I am looking for an obituary for Jerry L. Moore. I believe his date of death was 27 Feb 1990. He lived in the San Francisco area. He was born in 1955. Any help would be appreciated as I live in Colorado. Thank you, Jean Sigman

jeansigman@msn.com

San Francisco County Obit Volunteer & Gravestone Photos

othurme — 9 Jul 2008 6:31:21 GMT

I'm willing to do obituary lookups for San Mateo and San Francisco Counties. Just let me know name and date of death.

Also...I am willing to get gravestone photos for anyone buried in Colma/Daly City.

All free

Obit look-up - George E Daniels 1951

huboutourville — 6 Jul 2008 3:49:08 GMT

Hello,

If someone is able to do an obit look-up for George E. Daniels who died on March 15, 1951 in San Francisco.

Thank you very much.

Diane
Canada

San Francisco County Obit Volunteer & Gravestone Photos

othurme — 9 Jul 2008 6:31:30 GMT

Burial of Ronda Skiadus

patsypaul38 — 20 Apr 2008 9:44:40 GMT

Ronda Skiadus (may be spelled Skiadas) b. 22 Aug 1932 Minn, d. 16 Sep 1967 San Francisco Co. Can anyone help me find where she is buried? Any and all help appreciated.

Obituary Look Up Please Leslie Nathaniel Bennett

CathyH909 — 2 May 2007 3:34:29 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for the obituries for Leslie Nathaniel Bennett born Jun 5, 1878 died Jul 25 1951 and his wife Matlida nee Latty born Oct 4, 1882 died Feb 12, 1940. They both died in San Francisco County.
Thank You,
Cathy

Quine,Washburn, Cerri

chrisiam51 — 25 Jan 2007 5:22:03 GMT

Velma Quine born in Fresno,Ca to James Edward and Mable Behunin. She married Rowland Wahburnand they had 2 daughters Patricia and Johanne born in San Francisco. Upon his death somewhere around 1952-1955 have both dates found. She married Edward A Cerrithey lived in San Francisco,Ca until thier death in Texas. They were living with Patricia as she was thier care giver.Patricia has several children Doug,Donna,Jimmy aka James, Sharon and last child Edwaed Osuna believe his father is Edward Osuna and Eddie was in the service. The other surnames for kids is Sund,Wright don't know Sharons surname. Daughter Johanne is married to Jack O'Brien and they have 2 kids Christine 1951 and son Chuck 1951. I am looking for any cousins or relatives that and friends that can help on this quest.thank you chill51@sbcglobal.net

1930 Census Anyone?--May L. Lawrence in San Francisco

platt150 — 28 Jun 2008 8:42:23 GMT

I am looking for a bit more info on May L. Lawrence, born in Illinois between 1863-69. Her mother's obit says she was in San Francisco in 1929, thanks for any help, Jonee

Diane Cade b. 1939, San Francisco CA

bjr222_99 — 14 Jun 2008 12:27:13 GMT

Am Looking for either Gertrude Diane Cade (maiden name) or her descendants. She's the daughter of Florence Elizabeth Johnson (Maiden name). Florence is the daughter of William Frederick Johnson. We have a family website and would like for either her or her descendants to join us. If you connect with Diane please contact: Bonnie Roberson bjroberson@otmail.com

Rescue - GOLBOFF, Henry John (1932)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 13 Jun 2008 7:26:54 GMT

Boy Rescued in Fire

San Francisco, Feb. 8 - S.C. Golboff, 2665 Harrison Street, roused by the crackling of flames, woke yesterday and carried his son Henry, 11, into the street. His home was partly destroyed by the fire, which was discovered by a milk truck driver, who turned in the alarm.

Oakland Tribune | Oakland, California | Monday, February 08, 1932 | Page 5
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I have no other information, except for the census to establish residency. Note the census is the same address as the fire.

CA Birth Index: GOLBOFF HENRY S 1920 02 02 SONAEVA MALE SAN FRANCISCO

Note the article names Henry's father as "S.C."; the census has him as "John Sam"

1930 U.S. Federal Census - California
San Francisco, CA
ED 119, sheet 7A
4/5/1930
2665 Harrison

Golboff, John Sam, head, rents home, age 40, married, first married age 39, he and parents for in Russia, immigrated in 1918; occupation: shoemaker- shoe shop
Henry, son, age 10, born in California

Marriage Date William Menzel / Orenia Bowen abt 1908

poxley46 — 8 Jun 2008 6:48:30 GMT

I'm looking for the marriage date for William Menzel b Oct 1870 & Orenia Bowen b. Jul 27 1891

Eugene Crandall

sandimcintyre51 — 4 Jun 2008 9:18:21 GMT

Hello: I'am trying to find information on Eugene Crandall who I know was living in San Francisco in 1958.

Eugene was my great uncles stepson. My great uncle was Robert Chalmers McGlashing who passed away in Washington - Oct. 1958.

Thanks to all for any info.

California Birth Records Pre-1905

lovealili16 — 3 Jun 2008 6:43:04 GMT

I'm looking for a birth record from 1889 in San Francisco, but California birth records only start at 1905. Is there another avenue I can take to find her birth? Thanks!

Her name was Anna Josefina Bengtson (or similar sounding last name) b. 10 June 1889

Parents: Nils Peter Bengtson and Amanda (Persson) Bengtson

obit - HILLGROVE, Frank C. (1888-1965)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 1 Jun 2008 12:57:33 GMT

Frank Hillgrove
Funeral services for Frank C. Hillgrove, 76, a former Fresnan, were held yesterday in San Francisco. He died Saturday in a San Francisco hospital.

Hillgrove was born in Fresno and lived here until about 18 years ago when he moved to San Francisco. Until his retirement five years ago, he had worked for Western Pacific Railroad.

He was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen in San Francisco and the American Legion.

Hillgrove is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary H. of San Francisco, and two sisters, Mrs. Mamie Whitney and Mrs. Violet Lewis of Fresno.

Burial was in the Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno, San Mateo County.

Fresno Bee Republican, The | Fresno, California | Friday, July 02, 1965 | Page 23
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CA Death Index:
HILLGROVE FRANK C 1888 12 11 mother: "POOLE" MALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1965 06 28 701010760 76

HOCKING, William d. 22-Aug-1959 in San Francisco - obit request

yanlego1 — 12 Mar 2008 2:25:21 GMT

Can anyone help me locate an obituary and/or a death certificate for William Thomas HOCKING? According to the California Death Records index, William died 22-Aug-1959 in San Francisco Co. The data shown in the index corresponds to what I would expect for William - born in Michigan, mother's maiden name of KREAL (actually KRELL, I believe).

This GG Uncle of mine has always eluded me, so I am hoping that the death cert and/or obit can confirm that this is the correct William HOCKING.

Regards,
Carl

QUILICI - 1900s

Mary — 17 Nov 2002 4:09:29 GMT

Looking for QUILICI in the San Francisco area 1905-1908. He worked on a farm or ranch just outside of SF at the time of the great quake. Any information is appreciated.

marriage record look-up

CorneliaWarner44 — 25 May 2008 11:20:42 GMT

would sks please check for my parent's marriage record?
I don't know exactly where they married, and I've requested a few other county look-ups, but don't know what will occur regarding them. the marriage was around 1940, +- 2 years, more likely 1940/41, though.
they worked in Berkeley, not sure where they lived but my maternal grandparents lived in San Francisco.
please contact me privately for their names.
thank you.

Clifford Milfred Funseth 1917-1965

barbrofunseth — 20 May 2008 6:59:14 GMT

I'm looking for information about Clifford Milfred Funseth, born 27 Feb 1917, died 21 Feb 1965 in San Francisco. He was probably married twice. I have not been able to find his obituary. I'm looking for information about his wives and children.

Barbro Funseth in Sweden

Andrew P Larson

birnil — 21 May 2008 10:04:00 GMT

was born in Sweden in 1835, emigrated around 1862 to Minnesota and was a soldier in the Civil War.

There is a Minnesota soldier who moved to San Francisco and in the beginning of the 20th century he lived at 626 Maples st in SF.
His wife's name was Anna.

I'm not sure this AP Larson is my relative, but I'll appreciate any information about him.

obit - AIELLO, Frank Paul (1906-1991)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 17 Feb 2007 7:12:57 GMT

From the San Francisco Chronicle, Monday, September 9, 1991, page D6:
“AIELLO, Frank P. – In San Francisco, September 8, 1991; beloved husband of the late Zena Aiello; loving father of Joan R. Fisher and her husband Phillip H. Fisher; dear brother of Joseph and Dominic Aiello and Catherine Pinnatore; aged 84 years; Sergeant at Arms of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, a member of Le Club Des Chasseurs Menteurs.
Friends are invited to attend the Vigil Service on Tuesday 7:30 p.m. at Halsted N. Gray-Carew & English, 1123 Sutter St., and the Funeral Mass on Wednesday 11:00 a.m. at St. Cecilia’s church, 17th Ave. and Vicente. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial contributions to American heart Association of Marin County Humane Society preferred.”
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From my file:
CADI: AIELLO FRANK PAUL 1906 10 15 AIELLO MALE CA SAN FRANCISCO 1991 09 08 560094969 84

SSDI: FRANK P AIELLO 15 Oct 1906 08 Sep 1991 (not specified) (none specified) 560-09-4969 California
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Spouse: Zena John Egoroff (1911-1974) (Zena's parents are John Ivan Egoroff and Gertrude John Fadief)

Known children: Joan R. Aiello

Joan married:
Spouse 1: Steve Willemsen on 26 Jun 1966 in San Francisco, CA
Spouse 2: Phillip H. Fisher on 07 Feb 1982 in Marin County, CA
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Parents: Unknown
Known children (per obituary) brother of Joseph and Dominic Aiello and Catherine Pinnatore

Nancy Poppin Posey

obituary lookup please

badenroots — 14 May 2008 8:44:35 GMT

I am looking for the obituray of Philomena Fritz, nee Joos. She was born about 1874 and died on December 23, 1954 in San Francisco, California. Her husband was Charles Fritz and they had Anna and Magdalena.

Any help is most welcome.

Where is he buried?

BettyKingDeRego — 23 Apr 2008 9:37:09 GMT

My Uncle Raymond Rivera died on 22 Sep 1959 in San Francisco Ca and I am trying to find out where he is buried. He was born around Mar 1896. If anyone out there can tell me where I could find this information, please let me know. Thank You for any information you can send me..........

Ivan Lyhr Johnsen

tbrevick — 10 May 2008 4:43:31 GMT

Ivan was born in Norway and moved to Oregon with his parents Harald and Aslaug Johnsen around 1926. His father returned to Norway after WWII. Ivan also had a brother Lloyd Johnsen. Lloyd is buried at Willamette National Cemetery, Multnomah County, Oregon. His details: b. 09/05/1924, d. 07/25/1993, US Army, PVT, Plot: G 0 6041-A, bur. 07/29/1993.

Ivan left Oregon and settled in San Francisco. He is buried at Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, San Mateo County, California. Details: b. 10/26/1922, d. 05/06/1967, PFC 489TH AIR BASE AAF, Plot: V 5115, bur. 05/11/1967.

I’m seeking any information you might find on all of these.

Tom Brevick
Chesapeake, VA

Henry Disque

HRFFW — 6 May 2008 12:27:48 GMT

Seeking obituary or death month and day of Henry Disque, who died 1916 in San Francisco. Henry was born 1849 in Iowa and came west in 1870s to join his uncle Jacob Hart Neff in the Dutch Flats mining settlement. By 1900, Henry and Jacob were in San Francisco, Jacob having been appointed Lt. Governor. Jacob died 1909 and Henry in 1916.

Notre Dame des Victoires

P_Smethurst — 3 May 2008 8:11:19 GMT

I recently learned that in the earthquake of '06, the priests at the french church Notre Dame des Victoires preserved their record books. Can anyone tell me whether any of these records are available other than through the Archdiocese?

HOGARTH William b. 1900 North Carolina

mocarol50 — 3 May 2008 10:11:34 GMT

Looking for relatives of WILLIAM HOGARTH b. 1900 Nth. Carolina. Although he married Margaret Miller in Liverpool, England in 1927 and they had a son, William Kenneth in 1928, he returned to the states. He was a seaman and on some of his documents he gives his sister Nora BERNOSKY (nee HOGARTH)as next of kin. She married Anthony A BERNOSKY and they had a son name George b. 1920 Virginia.

William & Nora's mother was Martha HOGARTH b. 1864 Nth. Carolina.

The 1900 US census shows Martha HOGARTH living with her children Alford, Annie, Cora and Charles in Nags Head Township, Dare County, Nth C.

The 1910 US census shows Martha HOGARTH STILL living in Nags Head Township with children Cora, Charles, Willie & Nora.

I cannot find them in the 1920 census.

The 1930 US Census for Akron City, Summit County, Ohio shows Nora HOGARTH is married to Anthony A. BERNOSKY and they are living @ 310 Franklin St, Norfolk, Norfolk (Ind. City) Virginia. Living with them is their son George BERNOSKY age 10 and Nora's mother, Martha HOGARTH, age 68.

Nora's brother, Willie HOGARTH, was a seaman and was in Liverpool, England during the 1920's. He married Margaret MILLER in Liverpool in 1927 and their son, William Kenneth HOGARTH was born in 1928.

Willie HOGARTH senior went back to US and was sending money over to his wife and son in Liverpool in order that they could join him in the states but something went wrong and she stayed in Liverpool with the child.

I am researching the family for my great nephew who is the great grandson of Willie R. Hogarth b. 1900 North Carolina.

Can anybody help please.

HOGARTH William (Willie)

mocarol50 — 3 May 2008 10:07:50 GMT

George BERNOSKY was born in 1920 in Virginia. His parents were Anthony A. Bernosky b. 1900 Pennsylvania (parents born in Germany) and Nora HOGARTH b. 1902 Nth. Carolina. Her parent mother was Martha HOGARTH b. 1864 Nth. Carolina.

The 1900 US census shows Martha HOGARTH living with her children Alford, Annie, Cora and Charles in Nags Head Township, Dare County, Nth C.

The 1910 US census shows Martha HOGARTH STILL living in Nags Head Township with children Cora, Charles, Willie & Nora.

I cannot find them in the 1920 census.

The 1930 US Census for Akron City, Summit County, Ohio shows Nora HOGARTH is married to Anthony A. BERNOSKY and they are living @ 310 Franklin St, Norfolk, Norfolk (Ind. City) Virginia. Living with them is their son George BERNOSKY age 10 and Nora's mother, Martha HOGARTH, age 68.

Nora's brother, Willie HOGARTH, was a seaman and was in Liverpool, England during the 1920's. He married Margaret MILLER in Liverpool in 1927 and their son, William Kenneth HOGARTH was born in 1928.

Willie HOGARTH senior went back to US and was sending money over to his wife and son in Liverpool in order that they could join him in the states but something went wrong and she stayed in Liverpool with the child.

I am researching the family for my great nephew who is the great grandson of Willie R. HOGARTH b. 1900 North Carolina.

Can anybody help please.

1920/30 Census of Joseph Greco

wardrop173 — 3 May 2008 4:24:16 GMT

I am searching for Joseph Greco, born about 1918, and died about 1983 in San Franciso, California. I think he was born there and I am sure he was there in 1920 and 1930. Any information would be great.

Jim

Frances C. Treadwell, dentist, San Francisco 1892

josie982 — 30 Apr 2008 2:56:16 GMT

Am looking for information on Mrs. Treadwell. She had an office in the Murphy Building in 1892. Not in 1900 census. Had a son who also lived in San Francisco, but I have not found his first name yet. If someone can locate a death for her or any other information on her or her son, I would really appreciate it. She was born in 1831 in New York. Her son was born after 1857. She also had a brother in San Francisco, surname Hinckley. Are any city directories for this time period online? Thanks.

Married in San Francisco 1877, Pineus Briefner and Jennie Unger

p8j8o8s8f8o — 29 Apr 2008 2:40:13 GMT

Abstracted from California Central Coast Genealogical Society Bulletin, Vol. 11, page 15, 1978, "Stereoptican" Column, 25 Aug. 1877 issue of the "San Luis Obispo Tribune": Married in San Francisco, Aug. 19, by Rev. H.S. Schwartz, Pineus Briefner and Jennie Unger both of that city.

Swedish Ladies Society

hoppesusan — 28 Apr 2008 9:22:16 GMT

I am trying to find out if this is an active society or if there are any records regarding former members of this organization. I am looking for additional information regarding a Hilma S Nogren who belonged to this society. She was born in Sweden 11/28/1873 died 11/27/1944 in San Francisco. Any suggestions on how to proceed would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.

Married San Simeon, San Luis Obispo Co., California, B.A. Ashley of San Francisco to florence B. Compher

p8j8o8s8f8o — 28 Apr 2008 12:46:59 GMT

Abstracted from California Central Coast Genealogical Society Bulletin, Vol. 10, page 75, 1977, "Stereoptican" Column, 22 April 1876 issue of the "San Luis Obispo Tribune": Married in San simeon, 8 April, Miss Florence B. Compher of San Luis Obispo Co. to B.A. Ashley of San Francisco.

Johanna Ebert from Dresden

patrickliebmann1 — 21 Apr 2008 12:14:15 GMT

I'am searching for my grandmothers cousin called "Johanna Ebert". Johanna was born in 1910 in Dresden/Germany and immigrated to the USA in 1929. Her mothers name was Martha Ebert nee Wendisch.

The last trace I got is an entry from the 1930 US Federal Census: "Johanna Ebert,20 y., San Francisco/CA, Head of House".

If anyone has any information on Johanna, please contact me. Thank you
P.L.

Godeau Funeral Home

NoreneT1 — 20 Apr 2008 2:48:28 GMT

I believe this funeral home does not exist under this name any longer. There address is 41 Van Ness Ave., near Market St. San Francisco, CA. Does anyone know who might hold there records. I am searching for information on Margaret "Peggy" Lovejoy that died in 1973 and used this funeral home.

ordering probate

nikkisbc — 21 Apr 2008 5:45:58 GMT

i was wondering if anyone here has ordered probate records through the mail? i'm just wondering what the procedure must be. i found a website with the phone number but the only real information i found about ordering was to call the number and talk to the window person. problem is, every time i call i get their voicemail and as i'm clear on the other side of the county i'm not sure if they would be able to return my call. any info, suggestions, on ordering a will (from 1939) and any subsequent probate would be greatly appreciated. thanks!

Newbie to San Francisco Genealogy-have a question

nikkisbc — 15 Apr 2008 11:53:28 GMT

Hello, I have just found out that an ancestor of mine (James Creighton Ward) lived in San Francisco in 1930 and I know that he died around 1939. I need to order his probate records but before I can do that I need to know where he died. Is there a way to find out if he did indeed die in San Francisco, and if so, would it be possible to find the date as well?

Thanks Very Much in Advance!

William (Bill) Henry REED; Obituary 1935-2008

pritch4398 — 18 Apr 2008 10:31:52 GMT

Capt. Bill Reed, U.S. Navy (ret.): December 26, 1935 - April 4, 2008

He wore a tuxedo with all the ease and elegance of Cary Grant. He was a man of grace and manners, a man's man who never met a lady he couldn't charm. He was a leader, a war hero, a quiet man who was never at a loss for words. Rich of voice and vocabulary, he was a storyteller, a reader and a thinker. He finished the crossword puzzle every day. He was at home everywhere: the tennis courts, the ski slopes, the cockpit of a Navy airplane, the deck of a Navy ship or at the helm of his own sailboat. He could whip up a superb spaghetti à la carbonara for friends on a moment's notice. His martinis were legendary and lethal. He played piano and blue-grass banjo and loved each and every dog and cat that graced his household over the years. He was a husband, a father, a grandfather and a friend, and he left us before we were ready to have him go.

Retired Navy Captain William H. (Henry) Reed lost a brave fight with a blood disorder on Friday, April 4 at Balboa Naval Hospital, where he had been admitted April 2. He died the way he lived, with dignity and courage. With him were his wife of 49 years, Dolores (Dodo,) a small group of loving friends and the Reverend Steve Mather of Coronado Community Church.

Bill was born on Dec. 26, 1935 (San Francisco County), spending much of his childhood in Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA. At Lakewood Junior High School he met a willowy blonde classmate named Dolores (Ann) Collier. He loved to tell of walking down the hall behind her in eighth grade “really liking those long legs.” They graduated together from Woodrow Wilson High School in Long Beach, after which Bill went on to USC, graduating in 1958 and entering flight school in Pensacola, Fla. that same year. He and Dodo were married the day he was commissioned as an ensign on May 1, 1959. He served his country as a naval officer for exactly 27 years, retiring on May 1, 1986. Bill had three commands at sea and served on four different aircraft carriers during the Vietnam War. His friend Tom Mustin remembers Bill talking about the tragic 1966 fire on board the Oriskany where 44 men lost their lives, many of them aviators. “He told me that a lot of the guys had given up hope and were saying their final prayers. He said, ‘Not me. I was gonna find a way out of there.' And of course he did.”

His medals included the Legion of Merit, two Meritorious Service Medals, six Air Medals, two Navy Commendation Medals, the Navy Achievement Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, three Navy Unit Commendations, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with 10 Stars and many others.

After retirement, Bill was vice president of SYS Engineering in San Diego. An active member of the Coronado Cays Yacht Club, he was the only person ever to serve as commodore twice. Bill was a also a member of Rotary International of Coronado, the Order of the Blue Gavel, the Naval Order of the United States, the Association of Naval Aviation, the National Rifle Association and Unconcerned Citizens. Recently, Bill and Dodo embarked on a new business venture, Curves of Coronado, where Bill was a familiar sight, poring over the books.

Survivors, in addition to Dolores, are his brother Russell Reed; son Michael Reed; daughter Julie Farrell; daughter and son-in-law Christine Reed and Rich Farrell; and four grandchildren, Lucas; Kaitlyn; Thomas; and Henry.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16 at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. Donations in memory of Bill Reed may be made to www.hugsforchildren.org, an organization that aids orphaned children in Uganda.

Source: Coronado Eagle & Journal, Coronado (San Diego), CA; online Edition, 04-17-2008

Obit lookup please - Jorge Goya

bobz1030 — 17 Apr 2008 12:16:13 GMT

Jorge T Goya died 02-26-1977 San Francisco

Appreciate any help

Died 1876 Lizzie Kenney, wife of Charles Brabrant, age 30

p8j8o8s8f8o — 12 Apr 2008 12:54:39 GMT

Abstracted from Bulletin of the California Central Coast Genealogical Society, Vol. 10, pg, 78, "Stereopticon" column, from "San Luis Obispo Tribune" issue 22 July 1876: Died in San Francisco, July 13th, Lizzie Kenney, wife of charles Brabrant, age 30 yrs. 2 months and 1 day.

Death - HERMAN, Jack Elsworth (1919-1953)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 11 Apr 2008 9:56:46 GMT

Train Smashes Truck, Kills Two in S.S.F.

Wreck Carried for 150 Feet Along Track
One Occupant Stripped of Clothes; Other Cut to Pieces

(Times News Service)
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Jan 23. - Hugh L. Cavagnaro, 24, and Jack E. Herman, 33, partners in a San Francisco painting and roofing firm, were killed instantly yesterday at 5:45 p.m. when their pickup truck was struck by a south-bound Southern Pacific commuter train at the Linden and Dollar Avenue crossing.
The 1952 model pickup truck, driven by Cavagnaro, was carried 150 feet and both men were thrown from the cab of the vehicle.
The crushed body of Cavagnaro, who lives at 331 Cardova Street, San Francisco, was not immediately identifiable.
Herman, a resident of 615 Ellis Street, San Francisco, was found several feet from the demolished truck minus all but his underwear. His outer clothing was torn off as he was thrown from the car.
The two men, approaching the crossing from the southeast, stopped for warning signals indicating approach of a northbound train, the Southern Pacific "Daylight."
After the "Daylight" had passed, they proceeded across and were caught on the right-of-way by the commuter train, which was San Jose bound.
Cavagnaro's wife, Dolores, said she believed the two men were returning home from a job in Redwood city.

Seven Trains Held Up
Police Sgt. Silvio Stagnaro reported the train, which was traveling at 60 miler per hour, according to Southern Pacific officials, carried the death car 150 feet and continued on for 327 feet before stopping.

Seven trains southward bound, were delayed a half hour while the commuter train's locomotive underwent minor repairs.
Robert E. Fitzpatrick, 52, of 42 Curtis drive, San Jose, engineer of the commuter train, said he didn't see the vehicle on the tracks until too late. The accident occurred at dusk. There are no crossing gates. Red flashing signals hang at either edge of the crossing and swing back and forth upon the approach of a train from either direction.
Bodies of both men were taken to Nauman and Lincoln mortuary in South San Francisco.

Called "Death Crossing"
The crossing, which has been labeled a "death crossing" by police, was the scene of two fatal accidents last year. City officials at that time contacted the Southern Pacific about installation of crossing gates. Cost was estimated at $9,000. Claiming Linden Avenue is an intercity highway, the city council asked the county board of supervisors to participate in the installation of crossing gates, with the railroad paying 50 per cent. The request was declined on grounds there was no money available
Funeral services for the victims are pending. Cavagnaro, a native of Fresno, is survived by his wife, Dolores; a son, Hugh L., Jr.; his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cavagnaro, Stockton; and two sisters, Elaine Cavagnaro and Daisy Cavagnaro, both of San Francisco. Herman, a native of Oakland was unmarried.
Times, The | San Mateo, California | Friday, January 23, 1953 | Page 3
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Inquest Friday in Crossing Deaths
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Feb.
26.—An inquest into the deaths of Hugh Cavagnaro and Jack Herman, driver and passenger killed in a truck by a Southern Pacific train January 22 at Linden and Dollar avenues here, will be held tomorrow at 10:30 a. m. at Nauman & Lincoln mortuary.
Cavagnaro and Herman, San Francisco painting contractors, were returning from a job in Redwood City during the early evening when the truck was struck by the train. The deaths resulted in a drive by the city council for crossing gates at the right-of-way.
Times, The | San Mateo, California | Thursday, February 26, 1953 | Page 20
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CA Death Index: HERMAN JACK ELSWORTH 1919 10 04 Mother: "PALMER" Father: "HERMAN" MALE CA SAN MATEO 1953 01 22 33

Death - CAVAGNARO, Hugh Lenard, Jr. (1929-1953)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 11 Apr 2008 9:53:11 GMT

Train Smashes Truck, Kills Two in S.S.F.

Wreck Carried for 150 Feet Along Track
One Occupant Stripped of Clothes; Other Cut to Pieces

(Times News Service)
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Jan 23. - Hugh L. Cavagnaro, 24, and Jack E. Herman, 33, partners in a San Francisco painting and roofing firm, were killed instantly yesterday at 5:45 p.m. when their pickup truck was struck by a south-bound Southern Pacific commuter train at the Linden and Dollar Avenue crossing.
The 1952 model pickup truck, driven by Cavagnaro, was carried 150 feet and both men were thrown from the cab of the vehicle.
The crushed body of Cavagnaro, who lives at 331 Cardova Street, San Francisco, was not immediately identifiable.
Herman, a resident of 615 Ellis Street, San Francisco, was found several feet from the demolished truck minus all but his underwear. His outer clothing was torn off as he was thrown from the car.
The two men, approaching the crossing from the southeast, stopped for warning signals indicating approach of a northbound train, the Southern Pacific "Daylight."
After the "Daylight" had passed, they proceeded across and were caught on the right-of-way by the commuter train, which was San Jose bound.
Cavagnaro's wife, Dolores, said she believed the two men were returning home from a job in Redwood city.

Seven Trains Held Up
Police Sgt. Silvio Stagnaro reported the train, which was traveling at 60 miler per hour, according to Southern Pacific officials, carried the death car 150 feet and continued on for 327 feet before stopping.

Seven trains southward bound, were delayed a half hour while the commuter train's locomotive underwent minor repairs.
Robert E. Fitzpatrick, 52, of 42 Curtis drive, San Jose, engineer of the commuter train, said he didn't see the vehicle on the tracks until too late. The accident occurred at dusk. There are no crossing gates. Red flashing signals hang at either edge of the crossing and swing back and forth upon the approach of a train from either direction.
Bodies of both men were taken to Nauman and Lincoln mortuary in South San Francisco.

Called "Death Crossing"
The crossing, which has been labeled a "death crossing" by police, was the scene of two fatal accidents last year. City officials at that time contacted the Southern Pacific about installation of crossing gates. Cost was estimated at $9,000. Claiming Linden Avenue is an intercity highway, the city council asked the county board of supervisors to participate in the installation of crossing gates, with the railroad paying 50 per cent. The request was declined on grounds there was no money available
Funeral services for the victims are pending. Cavagnaro, a native of Fresno, is survived by his wife, Dolores; a son, Hugh L., Jr.; his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cavagnaro, Stockton; and two sisters, Elaine Cavagnaro and Daisy Cavagnaro, both of San Francisco. Herman, a native of Oakland was unmarried.
Times, The | San Mateo, California | Friday, January 23, 1953 | Page 3
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Inquest Friday in Crossing Deaths
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Feb.
26.—An inquest into the deaths of Hugh Cavagnaro and Jack Herman, driver and passenger killed in a truck by a Southern Pacific train January 22 at Linden and Dollar avenues here, will be held tomorrow at 10:30 a. m. at Nauman & Lincoln mortuary.
Cavagnaro and Herman, San Francisco painting contractors, were returning from a job in Redwood City during the early evening when the truck was struck by the train. The deaths resulted in a drive by the city council for crossing gates at the right-of-way.
Times, The | San Mateo, California | Thursday, February 26, 1953 | Page 20
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From my file:
CA Birth Index: COVAGNARO HUGH LEONARD 1929 01 04 WORDEN MALE FRESNO

CA Death Index: CAVAGNARO HUGH LENARD 1929 01 04 WHORTON CAVAGNARO MALE CA SAN MATEO 1953 01 22 567226679 24

Spouse: Marie Schwarzman; unknown marriage date; nothing found on the 1949-1952 CA marriage index
Children: Hugh, Jr.; unknown if Hugh, Jr. is married or has a family

Parents: Antone Julius Raggio Cavagnaro, Sr. (1897-1966) and Elvira Whorton (1895-1989)
Known children: Daisy, Antone, Hugh, Elaine

obit - SMITH, George Anthony (1903-1952)

Nancy_Poppin_Posey — 11 Apr 2008 7:49:23 GMT

GEORGE A. SMITH
DALY CITY, June 30.— Funeral services will be held Wednesday for George A. Smith, 49, of 18 Capay circle, South San Francisco, who died at Community Saturday. A native of San Francisco, Smith had lived in South San Francisco one year. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local No. 6.
He is survived by his widow, Hazel; five children, George A. Smith Jr., of 144 Beller avenue, Daly City; John J. Smith, Loyal Smith, Charles Lashinco. and Mrs. H. Montgomery, all of San Francisco, and five grandchildren.
Final rites will be Wednesday at 9 a. m. from the W. C. Laswell & Co. mortuary in, Daly City. Requiem mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic church in Daly City. Rosary will be recited Tuesday at 8:30 p. m. Interment will be at Holy Cross Catholic cemetery.
San Mateo Times | San Mateo, California | Monday, June 30, 1952 | Page 19
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From my file:
SMITH GEORGE ANTHONY 03/25/1903 SHEFFIELD Smith M California SAN Mateo 06/28/1952 560-10-4121 49 yrs

Spouse (1) Unknown
Children: see above in obituary

Spouse (2)Hazel Alex Keseloff (1905-2001)

1874 Married in San Francisco, Cecelia Finn and J.C. Morgan

p8j8o8s8f8o — 11 Apr 2008 12:33:01 GMT

Abstracted from Bulletin of the California Central Coast Genealogical Society, Vol. 10, pg, 39, "Stereopticon" column, from "San Luis Obispo Tribune" Vol. 5 issue 22 Aug. 1874: Married at St. Mary's Church, San Francisco, on Monday 13 August, Miss Cecelia Finn of San Francisco to Mr. J.C. Morgan of San Luis Obispo

Married 1874, Joel H. Cooper to Miss Emma Hankins of New York, in San Francisco

p8j8o8s8f8o — 9 Apr 2008 11:30:49 GMT

Abstracted from Bulletin of the California Central Coast Genealogical Society, Vol. 10, pg, 36, "Stereopticon" column, from "San Luis Obispo Tribune" issue 14 Feb. 1874: Married in San Francisco at the residence of the Rt. Rev. Bishop Kip on Monday, 2 Feb 1874, Hon. Joel H. Cooper to Emma Hankins of New Yor

can't find my GGrandmother

JosephKral — 29 Mar 2008 6:04:48 GMT

My GGrandmother lived nearly her entire adult life in San Francisco and is listed in the city directory up until 1963. Then she disappears. I've tried everything to find a date and place of death with no luck. She was born Adria Beatrice Cecil 1 Jul 1878 in CA. but most of her life she used Beatrice as her first name. Her second marriage was to Howard Douglass Kinney in 1910 and as far as I know, never married again. I can't find an obit, death certificate, SSDI entry, CA death index entry, nothing. Any hints? Something I didn't try?

Josephine Alario Pereira, San Francisco

len52mar — 25 Sep 2007 5:41:33 GMT

Looking for relations, poss. Cecilia Pereira born 1944 in San Francisco. Please contact.

Looking for Anna Kristina nee Friis Peterson's ancestors

AliciaKMarshall — 5 Apr 2008 8:40:58 GMT

Anna was born in Finland and died on Jan 11, 1951. Her survivors are listed as her daughters Mrs Elizbeth Olson and Mrs Kurt Anderson. I am having a hard time find these names and there are no Kurt Anderson's in California 1930.
I have scoured the indexes for Californi and I hoping that
some living family will find this posting. I have a person
in Finland who is looking for living relatives.

best regards,
Alicia Marshall
inquiring for Suoma Torppa

Obit - Daniel J. Shull

mhcharles — 4 Apr 2008 6:21:49 GMT

Looking for an obituary for Daniel James Shull who died in San Francisco on 23 Oct. 1979. Any help would be appreciated.

Obituary - San Francisco County, CA

twokey23 — 30 Mar 2008 1:37:03 GMT

we would like to have the obituary of FRANK B. Weirdt -- 1923- 1993 -- who was married to Ruth Hamberlin ( or ANY INFORMATION) that anyone can share -- FRANK B, WEIRDT -- also known as CAROLL WALLACE -- e mail us -- RUIDOSOSUE@hotmail.com

Thomas Jay Walton

Calmolrag — 28 Mar 2008 11:39:45 GMT

Seeking an obituary for Thomas Jay Walton who died in San Francisco 26 May 1945.

He was born 21 Jan 1856 in Pennsylvania.

Thank you.

Looking for My Relatives

BettyKingDeRego — 21 Mar 2008 4:51:36 GMT

Looking for my Uncle Raymond Rivera's (Revera) desendents. Raymond was born in Puerto Rico, moved to Maui as a young child. His mother's maiden name was Christine Gonzales. He has three sisters, Ohenia, Hattie & Sally. Raymond moved to San Francisco Ca with wife, Rosa and children. Raymond has passed on, I would like to find my cousins. If anyone knows of the family please e-mail me at cbderego@caltel.com
Thank You in Advance. Clyde & Betty

pre-1940 death index

HeatherHartman28 — 4 Aug 2005 8:41:21 GMT

Does anyone know how I should go about searching for a death that happened between 1930-40. I don't have an exact date but I know the person's name, place of birth and birth date. I'm looking for a death date so I can request death certificate for more information. The death would have occured in San Francisco. Thanks for the help!

St. Thomas Apostle School, 39th Avenue and Balboa 1961-1962

13confido — 25 Mar 2008 3:10:58 GMT

2nd Grade Class photo attached. This year (2008) marks the 40th Anniversary of this class graduating (1968).

St. Thomas Apostle School, 39th Avenue and Balboa 1962-1963

13confido — 25 Mar 2008 2:41:13 GMT

3rd Grade Class photo attached. This year (2008) marks the 40th Anniversary of this class graduating (1968).

St. Thomas Apostle School, 39th Avenue and Balboa 1963-1964

13confido — 25 Mar 2008 2:21:49 GMT

4th Grade Class photo attached. The school in the photo is NOT St. Thomas Apostle. There was an error. This year (2008) marks the 40th Anniversary of this class graduating (1968).

St. Thomas Apostle School, 39th Avenue and Balboa 1964-1965

13confido — 25 Mar 2008 2:10:19 GMT

5th Grade Class photo attached. First names, surname initials appear under photos. This year (2008) marks the 40th Anniversary of this class graduating (1968).

St. Thomas Apostle School, 39th Avenue and Balboa 1965-1966

13confido — 25 Mar 2008 2:08:29 GMT

6th Grade Class photo attached. First names, surname initials appear under photos. This year (2008) marks the 40th Anniversary of this class graduating (1968).

help me!!!

kathypevley — 24 Mar 2008 6:31:49 GMT

Would someone do me a favor?? I would like someone to go to the San Fransico National Cemetary and take a picture of the tombstone of Franklin Lee Knouse
born December 5, 1919 and died Sept 18, 1991. He might have a wife buried right beside of him by the name of Marion Knouse. he is buried in the section of osd site 693 Aa. and email it to me. It would mean the world to me. He is my grandfather and I live in Kentucky and dont know if I will ever head out there and I would love it.

just email it to jason7@netscape.com

kathy knouse pevley

Mrs. Myrtle Hannis, 1462 Ocean Blvd, San Francisco

howsdens — 12 Mar 2008 12:06:30 GMT

The above notation is written in my great grandmother's Bible. She was married to Clive Hannis in Long Beach, CA, November 1904. Mr. Hannis died in an accidental drowning in Oakland Harbor in March 1907; they were living in Oakland at the time. She remarried in Oakland in 1908.

Does anyone know if the above address still exists? (Is Ocean Boulevard now the Great Highway?) I am trying to identify what type of building would have been at this address between 1904 and 1907, in an attempt to ascertain if they were living with family or in a boarding house.

Is there any way (reverse directory, etc.) to research an address for this time frame? All suggestions appreciated.

Kindly need obit on Anna nee Friis Peterson

AliciaKMarshall — 12 Mar 2008 1:26:48 GMT

I have a person in Finland looking for the daughters of Anna Friis Peterson . Anna died in 1951 in San Francisco.
Name: Anna Kristina Peterson
[Anna Kristina Friis]
Social Security #: 0
Sex: FEMALE
Birth Date: 28 Jan 1882
Birthplace: Other Country
Death Date: 11 Jan 1951
Death Place: San Francisco
Mother's Maiden Name: Herranen
FATHER'S SURNAME: Friis
Originally she had given her daughters the name Aili and Anna but I suspect they were Americanized. It is possible
that they may be Hazel and Bernice .I have searched through the census but with so many Peterson's it is almost impossible to know for sure. An obit would be very helpful.
I believe that Anna may have be divorced.
Thank you,
Alicia Koski Marshall

Marriage & birth record from S.F. Morning Call Newspaper

kinzielee — 25 Jan 2008 3:20:02 GMT

Does anyone have the marriage and birth record information from the San Francisco Morning Call Newspaper for Fred Winans marriage to Minnie Beckett 16 Jun 1891, and birth of Fred Winans son born in 1893?
I would appreciate any information on them. Nothing more is known of Minnie or son Ransom.
Thank you.

Coville's 1856-57 San Francisco Directory vol. 1 lookup

jeniannj — 8 Mar 2008 11:08:44 GMT

Is there someone that could look up for me page 207 of Coville's 1856-57 San Francisco Directory vol. 1? I found an index that said my ancestors are listed on this page, but I don't have access to the actual directory, so if I could get a copy, I would be most appreciative. I live in the Salt Lake City area and would be glad to look something up for you in the Family History Library in Salt Lake City in return.
Thanks!

Miss Margaret Voet marries George Deggner of San Luis Obispo, 1873

p8j8o8s8f8o — 7 Mar 2008 5:08:53 GMT

Abstracted from: California Central Coast Genealogical Society Bulletin, Volume 9, 1976 "Stereopticon" column, Sat. 11 Oct 1873: Married at San Francisco on Thursday 2 October Mr. George Deggner of this place (San Luis Obispo) to Miss Margaret Voet of San Francisco.

Capt. Archibald E. Cann (1854- )

decann — 3 Mar 2008 10:46:28 GMT

This is a "shot in the dark" at best, but I have been searching for death/burial information on my great grandfather for quite a number of years now. He was born in Nova Scotia in 1854, emigrated to the U. S. Pacific Northwest where he was Captain of the first lightship on the west coast off the coast of northern Oregon in 1892.

I have last found a record of him in the 1930 Census as a naturalized American citizen living in San Francisco with his sister and brother-in-law, but nothing after that. I do not know if he died and/or was buried in San Francisco or not, because I have not been able to locate him there so can only guess. His entry in the 1930 Census shows him as a "Ship's captain with an oil company," which I believe to be Standard Oil but this is not documented.

If anyone out there can shed any light on this mystery for me, or perhaps find a death and/or burial record for him, I would be most grateful after many years of searching.

David