Ripley - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: "Old Salem Cemetery" Ripley, IN

svikaros — 2009-10-31 02:47:59Z

Hi,
You posted that a Joseph Bennett b. 1833 in Ohio died 4 Mar 1851 Sunman, Ripley, Indiana. Do you have anymore details?

Sieglitz/Opp

ElizabethClymer13 — 2009-10-26 22:28:57Z

Looking for any information on George Sieglitz and his family. He married Elizabeth Opp. They lived in Friendship in 1863 where he worked as a liquor distributor and "second class peddlar" They were both born in Germany. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you.

Littell/Little

Douge39 — 2009-10-15 21:08:30Z

Looking for other researchers of the Littell/Little family of Ripley co., Ind.

Jesse Hull family of Ripley County

msmindyr1 — 2009-10-09 00:52:20Z

Alonzo Goss (son of Menzo) born Oct. 1849 married Anna Elizabeth Wallace Hull on June 30, 1877 in Versailles.

I need more information on Anna Elizabeth. She is my gg grandmother. She is listed living with the Jesse Hull family in the 1870 Census... Year: 1870; Census Place: Otter Creek, Ripley, Indiana; Roll: M593_355; Page: 217; Image: 435.

Jesse Hull, age 78; Nancy Hull, age 55; Aaron Hull, age 31; Elizabeth Wallace, age 9.

If anyone knows someone descended from Jesse Hull, I would love to make contact with them. Thanks!

Re: Wilber & Audrey Morrison Wilson Children

bwilson61 — 2009-10-05 01:36:17Z

What do you need to know?? Audrey was my Mother-In-Law.
I would love to have any info you would care to share my daughter. My email address is bevcwilson@comcast.net

Wilber & Audrey Morrison Wilson Children

lmorrsn — 2009-10-04 16:40:38Z

I am looking for Info on Audrey Morrison Wilson and her Children. She is my husbands great-aunt. His grandfather was Clifford whose father was Harvey.

Re: Berkemeier / Birkenmeyer family history

detmer55 — 2009-09-23 18:57:02Z

I too am seeking info on two different Berkemeiers in our family. Both were married to Henry Detmer. One from around 1866 to the late 1870's. The other from 1880 on. Their names were Florentine Berkemeier and Allie Berkemeier. They were not related that we know of. The last name may have had a different spelling. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Susan Detmer Oshnock

Re: Were the boundaries of Ripley and Jennings Co. changed after 1837

Kfurballkell — 2009-09-22 08:57:19Z

I do not show changes after 1837, here is a link to an interactive map that shows County boundaries from the formation of the state.

http://www.familyhistory101.com/maps/in_cf.html

I do know from doing research in the area people moved back and forth across county lines, and the county lines moved around so it is good to research in neighboring counties.

Sheila Kell
Jennings County INGenWeb Coordinator

Were the boundaries of Ripley and Jennings Co. changed after 1837

eroyal2 — 2009-09-22 02:49:55Z

I have a Ripley map that shows the land call for my ancestor. He owned 40 acres; SENE in section 19 Twn. 6 N. Range 10 E in 1837 Ripley County, Ind.
Why are sections 19,30 & 31 of Township 6 Range 10east in Jennings County instead of Ripley County in this current plat map? Were there changes in Jennings Co. and Ripley Co. after 1837? I am in need of help in understanding just where my ancestor's land was located. Thanks for any help. ER

Re: Aaron Hunter of New Jersey and Indiana

FloraKay66 — 2009-09-21 01:59:08Z

Just found your information on Ancestry.com and PLEASE contact me ASAP. This is my direct line and I am curious to where you found the marriage of Aaron to Margaret. I would be most interested in sharing all of the Hunter groups I have accumulated in searching for the Hunters in NJ during the 1800's. At this time ...have not found any that fit. Of course,,I do not know Aaron's parents names or which county they were in at that time. Thanks again for your note. F.Kay Hunter Roberts

Re: ELSBURY

Sarakmorg — 2009-09-08 21:56:04Z

Hi Betsy!

Just saw your message from 1998! I now am finding some time to do some research on the Elsburys. I have gone back to Christopher Walbach who had married Mary Elsbury, I think. Don't have the materials right at hand.
Hope all is well.

Sara Elsbury Morgan

Re: ELSBURY

Sarakmorg — 2009-09-08 21:51:06Z

I am a descendent of Frederick Elsbury. He was born Sept. 4, 1761 in Maryland. He married Jean Culbertson in 1796 in Delaware. He died in December, 1845 in Ripley County, Indiana. He was the father of William who married Nancy Culbertson. William was the father of Levi, who was the father of William (Bud), who was the father of Lee. My father, Keith, was the son of Lee.

Re: Meyers Family

rejoyce143 — 2009-09-03 10:58:00Z

looking for info on the Bohlke family. My great grand parents were John and Margaret Bohlke, both born in Kentucky. The census shows their parents were from Hanover, Germany. John and Margaret lived for many years in the Cincinnati area.
Thanks.
Gary Joyce

Re: Search-Share

mattnolt — 2009-09-02 18:34:45Z

Greetings Dr. Schermer,
I was referred to you by Ron Merkofer through the message board. I am researching my great, great grandmother's family line through the Stadtlander's of Ripley, Indiana. Would you be interested in sharing any of what you have found?
My great, great grandmother was Sophia Stadtlander (Spouses were to Brinkman, Nolting and Hoffman, all of Cincinnati) She is the daughter of Henry and Dorothy Stadtlander.
Ron was able to direct me to some ships logs and census info. And the city where Henry and Dora came from. Beyond that I know nothing of the Stadtlander family.
Best regards, Matthew Nolting, Tampa

Harvey and Elizabeth (stevens) Moss Washington Township

maryjanegoss — 2009-08-26 16:20:07Z

Looking for info on family of Harvey Moss (born Massachusetts) and Elizabeth Stevens born Nova Scotia found in 1850 census in Washington Township. Children - Mary, John D., Rebecca, Nancy, Philander, Alpha, Edward, Levi and Charlotte.

Re: MERRICK in IN, IL

ihdes2002 — 2009-08-26 14:55:36Z

Denise,

William Merrick and Mary N. Funkhouser were my GGGG Grandparents. Their daughter Jennie, born in 1869 right before her mother Mary passed away, was my GGG Grandma. Jennie G. Merrick married Willaim Moses Rice, and their daughter Nellie Rosetta Rice was my GG Grandmother. Nellie married Charles John Stauffer, and their daughter Inace Jenny Stauffer was my Great Grandma. Anyways, that is my connection. I am working on researching the Merrick/Funkhouser family right now, but I would be glad to share what I have with you. This family moved around some, and in fact were found in two different censuses in 1850, one in Jackson, Ripley, Indiana with Mary Funkhouser's family, and one in Aurora, Dearborn, Indiana with who I am assuming were William Merrick's parents and siblings. (I still need to check on that) I know some of William and Mary's children were born in Indiana, some were born in Iowa, and some were born in Illinois. Like I said, I am still working on this family, but I would love to collaborate and share what I have!

Re: Weinacht, Ransom, Crisler Families

dosqm392 — 2009-08-13 14:51:34Z

Andreas (Andrew) Weinacht died Jan 21, 1863 (1868?). Andrew is buried in Ransom Cemetery. On Dec. 13, 1831, Andrew m. Margaret (Margaretha) Zwickle. b. Jan.31, 1808 , Mutterstadt . Margaret was daughter to Christoph Zwickle and Christina Barbara Stark. Margaret was sister to Elizabeth Zwickle. Feb. 16. 1810, Mutterstadt. On Aug.27, 1835, Elizabeth m. Johannes (John) Wessa. Elizabeth d. Nov 7, 1888, and is buried in Ransom Cemetery. Pics from Ransom Cemetery available. Elizabeth was my GG Grandmother.

LOOKING FOR CLUES

FlJeeper — 2009-08-13 03:39:02Z

Phebe Burns, Almira Picket and Ashours Picket are on the 1856 StatE Census of Iowa in Des Moines Township, Lee County. I am looking for any information I can find out about them or the other Picket children with them. I believe Almira is the Almira Burns who married James Picket 1838 in Ripley Co, In. She is not there in 1850 but is back there by herself in 1860. Ashours was born in Iowa in 1848. Did James Picket die in Lee Co c 1850s? Amira appears to be the daughter of Thomas and Catherine Burns who disappear after the late 1840s in Ripley Co. Did Catherine die and Thomas marry this Phebe? She shows up back in Ripley Co in 1860 with children Virgil and Resaurs (too young to be hers) but no husband. Did Thomas die in Lee Co? Does anyone have any information on any of these names?

Re: Looking for Gilland relatives

2009-08-03 13:50:57Z

Rick, If you are of the Osgood Gillands. you are a relative. I have about 500 names who are immediate relatives with some of them being "shirt tail" relatives. Archibald J. Gilland, who died in Andersonville prison GA., and who was a Sgt in the Union Army (Ohio 27th Co F) was a great. maybe (great, I'd have to look) great grandfather. Write back when you can, and have any information sent to Carl Gilland, 707 10th St., Perry, IA 50220. Thanks
Carl Gilland

Re: Looking for Gilland relatives

2009-08-03 13:50:48Z

I would be very interested in the info you have.

I don't know if I'm related to Archibald Gilland. I just started tracing back for a school project and got no further than the marriage of Labolt Wagner and Nellie Gilland.

Do you need a snail mail address or email address?

Wes

Re: Looking for Gilland relatives

2009-08-03 13:50:14Z

I do have extensive information regarding the Gilland (Gilliland) family (about 3 or 4 inches worth) I can send it to you, but I do need a return address!
Carl G. Gilland

Re: Looking for Gilland relatives

2009-08-03 13:49:50Z

I have extensive information on the Gilland clan, which seems to originatre in County Antrim, Ireland. If Archibald Gilland was one of your ancestors, please contact me!
Thanks, Carl Gilland

Re: Joseph Riehle family-Marathon Co. WI

anaquea — 2009-05-21 06:14:54Z

I would be very interested in 'the rest of the Riehle story' if your offer is still there. My email address is pattilaessig@yahoo.com or anaquea@dwave.net.

Do you have any information on a Jenny Riehle who lived in the Stratford, Marathon Co., area probably in the early 1900s?

Thanks,
Patti Laessig

Re: Looking for Christine Falkenberg

ERhodes1135 — 2009-06-20 01:37:35Z

Sorry. Forgot to give Rosa's age in 1880, it was 50. Don

Re: ALMIRA PICKETT ON 1860 CENSUS

ERhodes1135 — 2009-08-13 01:35:11Z

There is nothing written in that block, however the person 2 spaces above her is a laborer and she and the person above her have ditto marks which tends to indicate they are laborers also. Don

Re: Looking for Christine Falkenberg

ERhodes1135 — 2009-06-30 22:08:50Z

Christine. Not related, just trying to help. This was a hard one. In the 1860 census for Ripley county, Adams township, page 64, the family is listed as Dalkenberg, and is headed by Frederick, 38, a merchant, born in Saxony (Germany), and included Rosa, 31, born in Baden (Germany), and Anistina, 2, born in Ind. In 1870 the family is in Ripley county, Laughery township, page 31, and is headed by Fred Falkenberg, 50, merchant, Prussia, and included Rose, 40, keeping house, Baden, and the following children all born in Ind, Christine, 12, - Mary, 9, - John C, 7, and Ellen, 1. In the 1880 census the family is still in Laughery township, Dist 158, page 18, and is headed by Fred Falkenberg, 60, merchant, Saxony, and included his wife Rosa, keeping house, Baden, - his daughter Enistina J, 23, Ind, - his son John C Fremont (2 middle names), 17, Ind, - his daughter Mary M, 19, Ind, and his daughter Alla, 11, Ind. Hope this helps. Don

Re: Joseph & Mary Thackery photos

Mona_Underhill — 2009-04-24 01:34:03Z

Suzy, I'm not sure who would have the originals, but Gary's suggestion would be a very good one. The exact copy you included with your message is from the Ripley County History book, Vol 1 and it doesn't give any credits to the subbmission.(and you may already know that.) Another avenue may be to contact a Ruth Dorrell or Owen Menchhofer, to see if they have any information (Florence Thackery m James Dorrell--which would be their connection).

There is a book on the Thackery family in the Historical Archives at Versailles, IN written by a Dean J. Thackery whose address was 121 Breakellia St, San Diego, CA 92129. I didn't check dates--or at least write them down so don't know how accurate that information is now. I don't remember any pictures in it.

If I come across any other info, will let you know. Mona

Seeking a Researcher for Courthouse info

novella3 — 2009-06-27 21:50:18Z

Hi,

I am looking for someone inexpensive who would be able to look up land transfer/sale & possibly Estate Sale at Courthouse.

My ancestor (Henry Gipp) was bequeathed a home and property in Milan in 1887 by his Aunt. I have the property & house description.

The Estate sale IF any would be after Dec 26, 1893 for Pauline Gipp or Henry Gipp later for Old Milan.

Any help would be deeply appreciated,
Thank you,
Kathy

Re: Seeking a Researcher for Courthouse info

novella3 — 2009-06-30 03:23:33Z

Thank you so much for the info Tammy. I will see what the cost is & proceed from their.

I would dearly love to go to Indiana & search myself-unfortunately I am a resident of another state to far away.

Kathy

William & Ruth Alden Ahrends/Ahrens

Douge39 — 2009-08-03 13:32:32Z

I am trying to find more information on William Ahrends/ns and Ruth Alden Ahrends/ns of Ripley Co.
In the 1900 census Ruth is a widow but remained in the census records through 1930 living in Adams Twp.

Re: Joseph & Mary Thackery photos

GarySacre65 — 2009-04-24 01:33:07Z

Suzy,

Margurete Walker may have the tintypes of Joseph and Mary. Might be worth it to contact her.

My research had been put on hold for the past couple of months due to health issues. Hope I can get more into it in the near future.

Re: Gilliland/Gilland

mreither84 — 2009-06-30 22:07:34Z

Benita,
Please contact me. I have info about Samuel C. Gilliland.

Regards,
Michael Reither

Conn Family 1800 - 1870 Ripley County

mreither84 — 2009-07-11 15:54:27Z

I am researching the Conn family from Ripley County, Brown township, Indiana from 1800 to 1870. Specifically looking at Jane Conn, her husband J (Joshua?) Conn, and daugher Nancy Agness Conn. See details below. These Conns were born in Ireland; Jane and Nancy Agnes emigrated to the USDA in 1811. All are buried at the Blair Cemetery in Ripley County. Please contact me if you see a connection and have data to share. Thanks, Michael

Jane (maiden name unknown) Conn was born circa 1743 in Ireland; came to the USA in 1811 with her daughter and husband. Husband's first name started with a "J"; might be Joshua. Jane Conn died 7 July 1836.

Nancy Agnes Conn (born circa 1788 in Ireland) married Richard Emerson Blair (born c. 1789 in Ireland); Nancy died 11 Oct 1864.

Looking for Christine Falkenberg

ChristineLandmeier — 2009-06-30 22:08:09Z

I am looking for any information on Christine Falkenberg she was born in Indiana in 1858 lived in Ripley. She married a man named Henry Landmeier.if you can help me thank you Christine

Squire L. McCabe

Bvl54 — 2009-04-26 21:47:44Z

Recently acquired information of a death Certificate leads me to the Benham Cemetery for the burial of this man. He is not listed, but his wife Jenny McCoy McCabe is. Several years passed between the deaths and Squire died in OK. Can anyone verify his burial here? His obit was in the Versailles paper. He died in 1912.
He was in the OK Cherokee Land Run of 1893 and stacked a claim on which he died.
Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks

Re: Looking for Gilland relatives

eetcct1 — 2009-08-03 13:51:30Z

An up date for my Louise THOMPSON who married Archibald's (for Ripley Co. IN) son David GILLILAND, they were found in the 1880 fed .census Roscoe TWP, Reno Co. KS:
David Gilliland 71 b. Ireland
Louise " 50 b. Maryland -wife
Mary " 13 b. Indiana - dau.

Also there in same TWP
Archibald Gilliland 26 b. Indiana
Matilda " 29 b. Iowa -wife
Ella " 6mo. b. Dec 1879 Kansas- dau

Re: ALMIRA PICKETT ON 1860 CENSUS

FlJeeper — 2009-08-13 03:37:46Z

Thanks, for some reason I just couldn't see that.

ALMIRA PICKETT ON 1860 CENSUS

FlJeeper — 2009-08-12 20:12:51Z

I believe this is the Almira Burns who married James Pickett 16 Feb 1838 in Ripley Co. The 1860 census shows her living in a hotel -- can anyone decipher what her occupation is?

1868 BURNS - LYONS MARRIAGE

FlJeeper — 2009-05-19 05:39:07Z

Looking for any information I can find on Thomas J Burns and Sarah E Lyons who married in Ripley Co 27 Apr 1868.

Re: Hart's in Ripley County

FlJeeper — 2009-05-19 05:26:50Z

I am researching the Burns families of Ripley Co and would be interested in know about the family of Agnes.

Miller family in Adams township and Penntown

barbdale_1 — 2009-08-05 07:15:48Z

I am looking for family of William S. Miller, born 1814 New York, died 1894, buried in Pipe Creek Cemetery. His wife was Elizabeth, 1821 to 1895. They had at least one child, Nancy, who married George W. Bowers - their children were Flora, Eve, Ida and Anna. There was also a John H. Miller, and a Daniel Miller (Married Axey Stuart), who I believe were William's brothers. I would like to hear from anyone researching these families.

Cravens Cemetery in Milan

carolsanman — 2009-07-30 19:50:52Z

I recently was in Milan with a distant cousin walking several local cemeteries. I noticed that Cravens Cemetery has two Cemetery signs. One on the left as you face the cemetery has St Charles Cemetery written on it. The one on the left has Craven Cemetery.

Are these the same cemetery? Or is it two different ones? I could not see an obvious demarcation between them.

Carol

Re: Joseph & Mary Thackery photos

sbhutson — 2009-04-24 01:34:20Z

Thank you, Mona, I have gone back and credited them in my genealogy.

Re: Seeking a Researcher for Courthouse info

bwilson61 — 2009-06-30 01:53:17Z

I sent an email to the recorder and here is a copy of what I got back.

We do not research property for the public. My staff is small and we are unable to research for the public and get the daily work completed; however, the historical society has volunteers that will come over to our office and search through our records; if you are interested. Their number is 812-689-3031. They have volunteers that come in from 1-4pm, Monday thru Friday. If you live close enough you are welcome to come in and research the records. We do not do searches for the public but we will help you with any questions you may have.

Thank you,

Tammy Borgman
Ripley County Recorder

Hope this helps.

Re: Seeking a Researcher for Courthouse info

bwilson61 — 2009-06-30 11:14:59Z

I am not Tammy, LOL Tammy is the Ripley Co. recorder and the one that sent me the email that I sent to you.
I am Bev glad I helped and please let me know what you find out. I grew up in Milan and lived for awhile in Old Milan.
You can email me at: bevcwilson@comcast.net

Obituary look-up, James Ledger, Milan, Ind

seley113 — 2009-05-31 00:25:40Z

I need an obituary for James Ledger who died, according to social security death index, Aug. 1986. His last residence was in Milan, Idiana 47031. Could someone help? Thank you.

Re: Gilliland/Gilland

FlossProNancy — 2009-08-03 13:51:37Z

Benita,
I am also related to Richard Gilliland and his son Wm. F. Gilliland. William Gilliland had about 12 children. Samuel C. Gilliland and my G.G. Grandfather James Calhoun Gilliland were brothers. James had a son Rolla and he had a son James Russell Franklin Gilliland who was my father.I have a picture of Richard's tombstone and the house William built if you are interested and lots of info on the 12 children and their descendents. However I can't get any farther back than Richard. Have you been successful in that search? Also interested in Margaret T. Conyers ancestors. Would really like to hear from you.
Thanks, Nancy Gilliland Collins

Carolina Catherina Wagner Mertes

louisegudas — 2009-08-05 04:18:50Z

I have an obituary for Carolina from a Summerfield, Kansas newspaper (1920)
...said she was the daughter of Jacob and Ellen Jane Wagner, was born in Ripley County 15April 1867.
Married to J.C. Mertes in Kansas. 2 children, Mozart and ?.
Brother was Todd Wagner; sister was Addie Poffinbarger.
Half brothers and sisters were: Charles, Louis, Ed, Will, Harry, John.
Step mother was Eliza Cruse Wagner.
I will mail this photocopy to anyone who wants it.

OBrien Cemetery Ripley Co. Indiana

Fairly — 2009-04-28 16:22:21Z

Looking for access to information regarding an OBrien Cemetery supposed to be located in Ripley Co. Indiana , especially the burial place for William Craig OBrien who died 9-March-1938, would like a list of who is buried there. Please contact via email mfair@kc.rr.com thanks Marilyn M Fair

Re: Schulenberg information

ncutter315 — 2009-05-12 15:04:22Z

I know this post is 10 years old, but I'm researching the Schulenburg, Ellerman and Aufderheide families that went to church at St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat, Dearborn Co., Indiana and lived in Ripley Co. IN. I would love to compare trees with anyone else that has info on these families.