Leelanau - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

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deannamuz1958 — 23 May 2008 2:05:21 GMT

I am doing a search for someone that supposedly lived in Leelanau county Michigan. Unfortunately, I do not have a first or last name, but do have some information that might ring a bell to someone. The lady I am looking for (and quite possibly may be deceased now) would be about 86/87 years old. She became a widow at a very early age (she would have been younger than 37 when this happened). She had 4 children, was Catholic, and of polish decent, had brown hair and stood about 5'5" tall. I have learned that she may even had lived in Traverse city, and possibly maybe a nurse but not working. Sometime after her husbands death, of which I do not know just how he died, she became invovledwith a man and became pregnant, thus giving her 5 children. This pregnancy resulted in her giving the child up for adoption. The baby was a girl and was born in Grand Rapids, which is what was "done" back then. The baby was born November 20, 1958. The babies biirthfather was a maried man and worked in some type of building trades back then. She may have even been living in Empire.

Maple Grove Cemetery - surnames - Simmons, Foust

SherellEvans — 5 Oct 2008 1:43:17 GMT

Seeking somone to identify the name and information on a headstone next to a family members grave at Maple Grove Cemetery in Empire Michigan. Please contact me at jpe5@axs4u.net

Kelderhouse, Sternaman

maryann_r12 — 15 Sep 2008 11:11:16 GMT

Hoping to connect with someone who has Thomas P. Kelderhouse/Olabelle Sternaman Kelderhouse on their Family Tree. I believe they both died in Calhoun county, MI.

Thank you.

Kilwy Church/Cemetery

L_Atkinson — 9 Jul 2001 2:46:39 GMT

Does anyone have any information on the Kilwy Church/Cemetery in Leelanau County on 651 near Kilwy Road?
I have heard several stories but have no facts. Courthouse records don't show any info other than Kilwy church/cemetery
listed on tax role. Property was originally purchased by John Dietr. Kilwy in 1880.

Anna M Harris

dennis11540 — 22 Jul 2008 7:10:37 GMT

Hi. I've been tracing the Harris line and I have a mystery. Hoping someone here can help. I have an Anna M Harris who married Daniel Knox May 3, 1860 Northport, Leelanau, Michigan. Had kids Mary Francis, Emma, and John Marion Knox. According to census records, between 1865-1868 Anna then married John Harris, moved out to Waupaca, Wisconsin and had kids Clarance, Arthur, Eva, and Wallace Harris. The mystery is Anna's maiden name. If it is Harris, could Anna be Anna M Harris, sister of John? Or maybe it's Anna Harris, but just a more distant branch of the Harris line.

Question. Can anyone visit the Leelanau county clerks office and lookup marriage records? It's a longshot, but either the Daniel Knox or the John Harris marriage might have parent names. Any help would be greatly appreciated...Dennis

Kittil Torgerson, 1860 census No. Manitou Island, aka "Chetle Cargereon"

SueSev90 — 22 Jul 2008 7:13:58 GMT

Am looking for:
1. possible marr. location (10-30-1853) for Kittil and Gunhild aka "Carnelia")
2. possible birth places for their children, all born MI
Gunhild b. 1858
Sena b. 1862
Thomas b. 1865

Kittil and Gunhild both born in Telemark, Norway. The family moved to WI by 1870 census. Sena is my paternal great grandmother.

Thank you for any information you can suggest.

BURSE, William C & Tillie - Elmwood - 1905

Amy N Parker — 15 Apr 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking information on Tillie (WILLSON), wife of William C Burse of Elmwood, Michigan (1905). Tillie is the daughter of John Kitchen WILLSON and Eliza J WOOD, of Kent County, Ontario Canada. Sincerely, Amy N Parker - AParker286@aol.com

POW/MIA Korean War, Leelanau Co. TOBIN

powmiadna — 30 Mar 2008 3:21:27 GMT

I am searching for the family of a soldier who was killed in the Korea War. When he entered service he gave Leelanau County, Michigan as his home of record.

Soldier: WLATER HENRY TOBIN, JR
Born: June 15, 1928
Date of loss: December 2, 1950, MIA

When the Korean War ended the enemy never returned or accounted for over 8,000 of our servicemen. They died in their hands. That was over 50 years ago. Since that time DNA has been perfected and also they are recovering remains in North Korea. Our government is obligated to return those remains to the proper family. DNA samples have been obtained from most of the families of these missing soldiers. For various reasons some families have not been located. There are 128 families in Michigan that have not been located. There is one family from Leelanau County that has not been located.

When the remains are recovered and identified they will be returned to the family for proper burial. I am just an old (76 years) Combat Veteran out of the Korean War and thankful that I did return. I consider this a very noble cause and I hope that you can help in some way to find this family. For more information on the project you may go to http://www.jpac.pacom.mil/. My part in the program is to match up the lost families with the proper agency.

I will be grateful for any assistance in locating this family.

Harold Davis
40th Infantry Division
Korea ’52-‘53
910-791-2333
hgdavis@bellsouth.net

Bartlett Obituary

patricia_emslie — 23 Mar 2008 8:36:42 GMT

My great-great-grandfather, Leroy Bartlett, died in Leelanau on May 3, 1901. Are there any archived newspaper obituaries for old Leelanau newspapers? I checked with the Traverse City Library, and they only had the Record Eagle, which had no obituary. Thanks for any help!

Rachel Antoine Pamame 1916-2008

ADembinski — 13 Feb 2008 10:19:10 GMT

PESHAWBESTOWN — Rachel Catherine (Antoine) Pamame, 91, went to her heavenly home on Feb. 9, 2008, at Munson Medical Center.

Rachel was born on Sept. 3, 1916, to the late George Antoine and Elsie Fisher in Northport. Growing up, she was fluent in her native language. She and her siblings attended Mt. Pleasant Indian School. Soon after, she met and married Henry Wabindato and began her family in Custer, where they worked in the fields picking fruits and vegetables.

During the war, Rachel helped collect materials for the war effort. She then met her second husband, Jonas Pamame, and started her second family. She and her family moved to Manistee, where they worked in the apple orchards. From there, they moved to Holland and, after her husband's death, she moved to Peshawbestown.

Rachel was a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. She enjoyed camp meetings, going to church, reading her bible, singing gospel songs, sewing, meeting with friends and family, going to pow-wows and shopping at thrift stores.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Leonard, Luscious, Irving and Cletus; sister, Violet; and daughter, Betty Mae Pamame.

Surviving Rachel are two sons, Eugene Wabindato of Branch, Chester Pamame of Peshawbestown; one daughter, Janice (Pamame) Case of Traverse City; one sister, Lorraine Antoine of Canada; 17 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation will take place today, Feb. 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes, with a prayer service at 7 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the funeral home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes.

Published in the Record-Eagle on 2/12/2008.
link:http://www.legacy.com/record-eagle/Obituaries.asp?Page=LifeS...

Purkiss, and Taylor family, in northern michigan, ( North port )

david_netz — 22 Jul 2008 8:11:02 GMT

I'm looking for any information on the Purkiss and Taylor family of the North port area. I know that my great grandfather was Henry Pukiss. I was told a story many years ago that my great grandfather helped build a road that bears his name? any information would be greatly apprieciated. Thanks. Please feel free to e-mail me directly at netz78@msn.com again thanks
Dave

Charles Oberst

Rosemarie5 — 30 Jun 2003 12:06:15 GMT

PURKISS family

depurkiss — 22 Jul 2008 8:19:17 GMT

We descend from Charles PURKISS & Mary Ann RETFORD. Their child Alfred PURKISS marr Isabella GILL. Their child Henry PURKISS marr Maud STIBITZ. Interested in all descendants. Does anyone know about Fred PURKISS and Gertrude who had one child (at least) in Manistee, MI? Is this the same Gertrude that lived in Leelanau County? What happened to that family?

John W Schaub Leelanau Michigan

jschaub1153 — 3 Jun 2002 4:00:15 GMT

I am looking ffor the parents of John W Schaub of Leenlanau Michigan, He was my husbands g grandfather. I am stuck at him, i only have alot of guesses but no facts. He married Mary Kohler, and to my belief had 5 children , Paul O, Sister Mary Paul, Lawrence, August, and Francis or Leo. Please help. Thank You

Froats

regisandkaren — 13 Jan 2005 7:25:16 GMT

I a looking for information on a Hendrick Fratts Froats b. Mar 1759 in Sharon, NY d. 1849 married to Elizabeth Ulman b. 13 Apr 1768. Had 12 children: Elizabeth, Catherine, Magdalina, Peter, John, David, Philip, Henry, George, Francis, Jacob, and Mary. Wondering if anyone knows his parents names?

Photograph of my Unidentified Leelanau Schoolhouse

Janette_Halligan — 17 Oct 2007 4:27:32 GMT

My grandmother, Evelyn Zionskowski attended this school in the 1930's. She lived with her Frank and Angeline and siblings (Sophie, Frank, Stella, Mary, Irene and Ed) on her family farm in Maple City. Can anyone help with the identity of the school? History of the school?
The only person I am able to identify in the photo is Evelyn, she is on the bottom row, 4th from the left.

Margaret J. (Nesper) Biasi

Curtis_Biasi — 23 Nov 2007 11:19:03 GMT

I'm looking for info on a Margaret J. Nesper, born May 31, 1928, died 1973 Leelanau, Michigan. Possibly married to Antonio Biasi, b. 1885, Italy, d. 1970, Brooklyn, Kings, New York.

Maple City Schoolhouse 1930s

Janette_Halligan — 9 Oct 2007 1:14:06 GMT

My grandmother Evelyn Zionskowski, daughter of Frank and Angeline Zionskowki (nee Fleis) attended school at a one- room schoolhouse in, most likely, Maple City. Does anyone know how I might find out what school it was, or the location? I think she may have a photograph somewhere of her with a group of children in front of the school.

Ishmael Comstock m. Emma Wilmont

sherrycarsten1 — 29 Jun 2004 3:19:53 GMT

Ishmael Comstock, son of Calvin Comstock and Almira Murphy, was born on 29 Jan 1843 in Marcy, NY and died on 24 Feb 1929 in Traverse City, MI.

Married [1] Mary Ann Robertson Cummings on 25 Apr 1861 and died 22 Dec 1892. Children from this marriage were:
(i.) Sarah Ann Comstock was born on 25 Nov 1862 in Rome, NY and died before 1943; married [1] James Miller on 30 Dec 1882. [2] Robert Leslie Haynes on 15 Jun 1919 in Fair Bluff, NC.

Married [2] Emma Wilmot on 25 Sep 1884 in Muskegon, MI and died 17 Aug 1892 in Northport, Leelanau County, MI. Children from this marriage were:
(ii.) Calvin Comstock was born on 23 Jun 1887 in Northport, MI; married Florence Cassada on 5 Sep 1907 in Muskegon, Michigan.
(iii.) Blanche May Comstock was born on 1 Aug 1889 in Northport, Leelanau County, MI and died on 4 Nov 1969 in Genesee County, MI; married Otis Wilber Carsten, son of August Karsten and Sarah R. Canfield, on 4 Sep 1906 in Northport, Leelanau County, MI.
(iv.) Wilmot Goodwin Comstock was born on 7 Aug 1892 in NY; married Alberta Juif on 17 Jun 1922 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Married [3] Mary Alice Goodwin on 1 Dec 1892 in Northport, Leelanau County, MI. Children from this marriage were:
(v.) Almira Eliza Comstock was born on 22 Jul 1894 and died on 20 Nov 1909 in Northport, MI.

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON Emma Wilmont.

Camilla "Pam" SCHULDT

WHL44 — 30 Sep 2007 1:28:04 GMT

SCHULDT, Camilla "Pam"
Of Northport, MI

Passed away Tuesday, September 25 in Traverse City, MI. She was born October 17, 1921 in Tomah, WI, the daughter of Lee A. and Thelma (Champlin) Pringle and had been a resident of Northport for several years. Camilla was an active member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Northport and loved knitting, crocheting, quilting and playing cards. On February 16, 1943, she married Eugene Schuldt and he preceded her in death on January 29, 1996. She was also preceded by her parents and her brother, Lloyd "Bud" Pringle. Camilla is survived by her children, Carol J. (Fred) Wood and Brad A. (Cheryl) Schuldt, all of Kalamazoo; her grandchildren, Scott (Joann) Kinney, Danielle Wood, Jodie (Matt) Corliss and Andrew (Jennifer) Wood; seven great- grandchildren; sisters, Geraldine Goodman of Sparta, WI, Bernice (Al) Buck of Kalamazoo and Judith (Harry) Pollak of Henderson, NV; brothers, Kenneth Pringle of Milwaukee, WI and Leroy Pringle of Las Vegas, NV; many nieces and nephews. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be conducted at 12:00 PM Monday at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Those wanting to attend should meet in the funeral assembly area by 11:45 AM Monday. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Northport, MI. Memorial contributions may be given to Bethany Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 567, Northport, MI 49670. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007. (269) 343-1508
www.langelands.com
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 9/28/2007. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection)

Camilla

WHL44 — 30 Sep 2007 1:27:35 GMT

Glen Arbor School photo

gene_nowak — 27 Sep 2007 1:41:18 GMT

Can you identify the persons in this photo taken in 1928?

Savage family

wmschrader46 — 18 Feb 2002 8:40:51 GMT

Am attempting to trace the Savage Family of Leelanau county. My wife is the grand daughter of Clarence Savage born about 1899? We have all on the Clarence Savage descendents but need information on his siblings (Vernus - female; Andrew and John).

We would also like any information on their parents- Alec Charles Savage and Nellie Doolittle. We think Alec Charles was born abt 1863 in England and Nellie born abt. 1883 in Saginaw Michigan.

Thanks much

Bill Schrader

Seeking Info on Bernard J. Schopieray Family

njp1970 — 7 Sep 2005 10:19:27 GMT

Seeking family data and dates for Family of Bernard J. Schopieray (1903-1977) and Dorothy P. Gauthier (abt 1900-1974). Thanks in advance.

Flees/Perszyk/Persik/Mikowski

dawndmd — 19 Sep 2003 10:12:19 GMT

I am researching a Rose Flees from Centerville and Solon Township, Leelanau County, Michigan. She married a John Perszyk who later changed his last name to Persik. This Rose Flees was previously married to a Mikowski and had the following children with Mikowski: Anthony, Peter, Catherine, Martha, and Esther. Rose and John Perszyk (Persik) had a son: Clem Perszyk. Does anyone have any vital or other information on Rose? Or any other information on her husband John or the other Mikowski?

LaCroix

Emily Dillon — 8 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for ANY info on Charles LaCroix born in Canada and lived in Leelanau county.He was married to Philomene Gauthier and had a large family, one who was my grandmother, Caroline.

Peter Drow 1814-1900

gene_nowak — 20 Aug 2006 5:45:40 GMT

Peter Drow appears in 1860 census as Peter Droy, 45 in 1870 Peter Drew, 58 and in 1889 as Peter Drew, 69. This is the same Peter in each of the censuses, but the problem starts when you look at the wife.

Frances, 33, born abt 1827 in 1860, Margaret, 58, abt 1812 in 1870 and Francis, 51, born about 1828 in the 1880 census are his wives. My guess is that these are three different individuals

In the 1860 census Margaret Droy, 49, born about 1814 is living next to Peter with children Catherine, 18; Louisa, 14; Lisa, 12 and Emily, 9. In 1870 Mary, 15; Lèonida, 13; Phillip, 11; Margaret, 9; Leon, 7; Celina, 4; Rosalie, 1/12 and Edward, 6 are the children in the home. Also living in the home in 1870 is Francez Jeamine, 41 born in France is housekeeper. She appears to be the 1880 wife.

Mu question is: are all the children attributed to Peter his? Was Margaret his wife or a sister in law that was living with him in 1870? Which children were his? Her’s? Their’s? Francez’s?

Name: Peter Droy
Age in 1860: 45 Birth Year: abt 1815
BirthPlace: France
Home in 1860: North Manitou Island, Manitou, Michigan
Gender: Male
Post Office: St James
Household Members: Name Age
Peter Droy 45
Frances Droy 33
Peter Droy 11
Danel Droy 5
Mary Droy 3
Philip Droy 1

1870 United States Federal Census Record about Peter Drew
Name: Peter Drew
Age in 1870: 58 Birth Year: abt 1812
BirthPlace: France
Home in 1870: Centerville, Leelanau, Michigan
Race: White Gender: Male

Peter Drew
Home in 1880: Centreville, Leelanau, Michigan
Age: 69 Birth Year: abt 1811
BirthPlace: FRA
Relation to head-of-household: Self
Spouses's Name: Frances
Father's birthplace: FRA
Mother's birthplace: FRA
Occupation: Farmer
Marital status: Married
Race: White Gender: Male
Household Members: Name Age
Peter Drew 69
Frances Drew 51
Edward Drew 15
Lana Drew 14
Rosalie Drew 10

BAATZ

Paula Radant — 17 Apr 1999 12:00:00 GMT

looking for information on the following,
Grace Baatz/Samuel Bailey
William Baatz
John Baatz
Effa Baatz/Phillip Payment
Isabell Ruth Baatz/Eugene Fisher
George Baatz/Fanny cook
Robert Baatz/Margret Welsh
Stella Ruby Baatz/John Gerndt
Francis Baatz/ Earl nathan McCary
bartha Baatz/E. Haughton/Alfred Verno
Clark Baatz
Mary Baatz/Bohlik
Noah Baatz/Wealthy Vollet

Shoppenagon/Caby

Carolyn369 — 22 Jul 2007 6:26:47 GMT

Can't find death record for Nancy Caby/Shoppenagon who died in Suttons Bay, MI in 1917 or 1918. Local funeral home has no record, nor does County Clerk. Suggestions for where else to search will be greatly appreciated.

Sarah Jane Lee Married Thomas Christy / Christie

TLC1969TCA — 22 Jul 2008 7:37:51 GMT

Can anyone provide information regarding the union of the two individuals listed? Sarah Jane Lee (b.~1857) and Thomas Christy/Christie (b.~1855). I have some info on Sarah, but NONE on Thomas. No indicator of marriage location, his parents or siblings. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

Anderson and Bockstahler families in Leelanau Co.

RuthACrouch — 13 Nov 2003 7:34:13 GMT

Searching for information on Wilhelm Bockstahler (b 1838) and wife Anna Catharina Enderlin (b 1828) from Baden Germany. Their daughter Emma Catharina married Hans George Anderson 5 May 1893, one of three brothers who emmigrated from Norway. Their large family farmed in Good Harbor and the children attended Starr School.

Would be grateful for anything I can learn about the Bockstahler and the Anderson families, particularly the three brothers who came from Norway.

obit lookup for James Stereff

NancyMattox — 9 Oct 2006 11:59:22 GMT

Need help with an obit lookup for a James Stereff, who died July 14, 1974 who resided in Leland, Leelanau Co., Michigan and died in Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan. Any help would be appreciated.

Thank You
Nancy Mattox
Toledo, Ohio

Elizabeth Rinehart

Gary Bright — 3 Apr 2002 6:49:48 GMT

Looking for family of Elizabeth Rinehart, married David Bright.

GEORGE YANNOT SR 1924-2007

ADembinski — 25 May 2007 6:42:27 GMT

Services were held Monday [13 March 2007] at the Strongheart Center in Peshawbestown for George Yannett Sr. of Peshawbestown who died March 7 [2007] at his home at the Elder’s Complex in Peshawbestown. He was 82.

He was born June 18, 1924, in Omena, the son of Silas Yannott and Jessie Ahka. On June 16, 1952, he married Catherine (Baldwin) Harris who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his common law wife, Emma Manitouwash.

As a youth, he attended the Harbor Springs Indian School. He served honorably in the Army during World War II. He attended Alpena Community College and was a machinist by trade. A member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, he was a keeper of Native American traditions and loved telling legends to youngsters. He also donated his service at the GTB Elder’s Complex and to the Meals on Wheels program.

He is survived by his seven children, Sandra Sue Yannott, George (Mary) Yannott Jr., Florine Marie (Keith) Yannott, Loi Ellen (Yannett) Chambers, Donald George (Carol) Yannett, all of Peshawbestown; Richard Arnold Hart and Gail Lynn of Grand Rapids; a sister, Elsie Dudley of Peshawbestown; 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Vivian Shomin and Florine Yannott; two brothers, Richard Yannett and Edward Yannott.

Memorials may be directed to American Legion Post #120 of Peshawbestown.

STALLMAN/KURTH/POPA

Jim & Peggy Stenberg — 8 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

We have information on the Stallman family of Leelanau County. Starting with the previous generation arriving in Baltimore, Maryland in April 1832 from Oldenburg, Saxony, Germany. Andrew & Elizabeth Stallman then went to Cincinnati, OH for several years. They purchased land from the government in St. Peter, Franklin County, IN in 1837 where they farmed. Andrew's youngest son Gerhard purchased the land from him in 1879, farming there until around 1900 when he moved his family to Leelanau County. Descendants of Gerhard Stallman:

Gerhard Stallman 1855 - 1916
+Julia A. Pape 1848 - 1938 m: 1879 -
...Andrew Henry Stallman 1880 - 1963
...+Catherine R. Kurth 1884 - 1953 m: 1907 -
...John William Stallman 1881 - 1945
...+Mary M. Kurth 1887 - 1967 m: 1909 -
...Sr. Antonia(Margaret Stallman) 1882 - 1945
...Joseph Bernard Henri Stallman 1885 -
...+Estelle
...Wilhelm Carl Stallman 1887 - 1975
...+Lorenia Marie Belanger 1886 - 1977 m: 1914 -
...Herman Leo Stallman 1889 - 1919
...Anna Maria Josephine Stallman 1891 -
...+Frank Grabis
...Hildegard Anna Maria Stallman 1894 - 1898

Catherine & Mary Kurth were sisters. Their parents were Joseph & Katherine (Popa) Kurth. Katherine's parents were Adam & Mary (Mear/Mair/Meier/Mir) Popa. Joseph's parents were John & Anna (Neukirchen?) Kurth.

We will be happy to share/trade info with other researchers.

David Graham 1910

Ronnie — 3 Dec 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Am looking for DAVID GRAHAM and his wife, Frances, who are
listed in the 1910 census for Empire, Leelanua County. They
are listed as having the following children: Hazel, Mary,
Gale, Rachael and Lester. I believe this is the son of Hugh
and Martha Graham and the brother of Agnes, William, Mary
and Frederick. Have a lot of info to share!

Census lookup 1860 Charles CROSS

nw1957_1 — 6 Jul 2005 6:10:28 GMT

Looking for all census info on Charles CROSS and family in Leelanau Co. in 1860.
Thanks

why no LaVances?

KathyWestbrook870 — 23 Jun 2001 3:39:20 GMT

I am involved in a family history project and can find no
information on the Joseph LaVance family or the William
LaVance family.(family lines include LaRue, Westcott,
Karns, Fisher, Daly, Larson...why can't I find even one
lead? Please help!!!!!

Jennifer A. RICHARDS

WHL44 — 15 Jan 2007 2:06:05 GMT

RICHARDS, Jennifer A.
Of Battle Creek

Jennifer Alice Richards, 38, formerly of Suttons Bay, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2007 at her home. Jennifer was born Oct. 25, 1968 in Traverse City, the daughter of Gerald and Marie Henshaw. On May 11, 1991 at St. Michael's Parish in Suttons Bay, she married her husband of fifteen years, Paul Richards, who survives. After graduating Suttons Bay High School in 1986, she graduated from the University of Michigan. Jennifer continued at Western Michigan University where she received her Master's Degree. After WMU she was employed at the Kellogg Company and was most recently Director of Supply Chain Finance. Those in the Kellogg family know that Jennifer was not only an outstanding employee, but an outstanding friend. Jennifer's loved ones are truly thankful to the Kellogg family for their wonderful support. Jennifer was a vibrant woman of beauty, character and courage. She excelled at everything she set her mind to. Throughout her life she was a talented pianist and seamstress. She was a dedicated Wolverine fan and alumni. Recently Jennifer and her daughters, Meghann and Allison, flew to California and saw their Wolverines play in the 2007 Rose Bowl. Jennifer's journey with Breast Cancer showed her strength of character. She met this challenge with an upbeat and positive outlook. Jennifer documented her trials and triumphs with cancer and used her experience to help others. Through the group, Road to Recovery; Jennifer was very active in mentoring others with breast cancer treatment. Jennifer provided an ear to listen, a shoulder to lean on and a kind heart to those that shared her condition. She gave so much of herself and her journey to help others. Her accomplishments were many and great, however, Jennifer's joy was her family. Her greatest love and pride were her three lovely daughters. Meghann, Allison and Katelin: Mom will always love and keep you in her heart. Jennifer is survived by her husband, her three daughters, a grandmother, Alice Campbell of Traverse City; two sisters, Janne Henshaw of Nashville, Pamela Henshaw of Kalamazoo; and two brothers, David Henshaw and Jeff (Sue) Henshaw, both of Kalamazoo.; She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Kenneth Henshaw. Services have been held; burial in the Lutheran Cemetery in Suttons Bay will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, PO Box 2031, Kalamazoo, MI, 49003. Please sign Jennifer's online guest book at www.legacy.com/record-eagle.
Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 1/9/2007. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection)

Peter Nelson

vwilson577 — 22 Jun 2001 2:09:42 GMT

Peter Nelson, keeper of Grand Traverse Light, Leelanaw County, was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, February 12, 1881. He was bred a sailor, serving a seven years' apprenticeship as such, and has spent a larg part of his life on the ocean and lakes. Has been nearly all over the world. Was in San Francisco when it was but a trading post. He came to this country in 1835, landing in New York City. Came west by canal and lake to Buffalo in 1842. Sailed on the lakes until 1853, all but the first year as master. Came to the Traverse Region in 1851, bringing Mr. Hannah to what is now Traverse City. In 1853 he bought a water mill on East Bay, four miles from Traverse City. Worked several years for Mr. Hannah, measuring lumber, logs, etc. In 1855 he bought of the government 160 acres of land in Section 10, Town 31, Range 11. Has sold forty acres, retaining the rest. October 24 he was appointed keeper of the Grand Traverse Light, of which he has since remained in charge. He was married in June, 1866, to Mrs. Alice Bigelow, a native of England, who had two children. Three children have been born to them.

From "The Traverse Region, Historical and Descriptive with Illustrations of Scenery and Portraits and Biographical Sketches of some of its Prominent Men and Pioneers" Chicago: H. R. Page & Co. 1884.

Norris of Northern Lower Michigan

bluewlvrn — 27 Feb 2002 7:30:10 GMT

I'm looking for any details on the following people

John Norris b. 1778 Orleans Co., NY, married Mary ???
son: Seth Norris, married Nancy ???, settled in Traverse City, MI
son of Seth: Albert Norris, married Fanny Mariah Fish
son of Albert: Julius Norris, married Flossie Gladys Hall
Julius' children:
Charles William Tennant (adopted by Aunt), b.1923,d.1990
Wanietta (living, last I knew)

As you can see I don't have many dates. I don't seem to see anyone in the SSDI database that matched Julius (I'd expect him to be in it).

Some claimes to fame I guess:
Seth and Albert were supposedly among the first settlers of the Traverse City area (non-native of course).
Albert fought and was wounded in the battle of Gettysberg.

Now I don't have the actual documents to confirm this, but its the family lore if you will.

STALLMAN OBITS.

Jim & Peggy Stenberg — 6 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

DEVERNEY

Angus A Deverney — 8 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for info on relatives in Leelanau Cty. Grandfather John W. Deverney born in Sutton's Bay Nov. 21, 1997.Also searching Wahbuscum,Wabnashcung,Perrissien

LaCroix

Emily Dillon — 28 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Hello... I have several pictures of the Children of Charles and Philomina La Croix, who lived in Leelanau county. I believe these were taken in the late 1880's in a photographers studio, also with theur spouses and children. Tese are tin types, and I would be glad to make copies for anyuone interested... Emily

DROW in LEelanau/Centerville

lori_darrow — 1 Jul 2001 11:00:19 GMT

Elizabeth Drow,, daughter of peter drew born 12-12 -1804, wife margaret Morel born 1821 ABT, had four daughters, Elizabeth, Emilia, Louise and Catherine.

Elizabeth died march 13, 1910, buried St. Marys. Looking for any info on her marriage to Adolphus Gauthier around 1864. Have some info on her baptismal ain 1858, but really need info to verify her as a Drow, not a Brow/Brault, as I am comiing up against. Most info I find her spelling was Eliza Gokey, but basically just info in papaers.. I will be glad to share any info I have accumulated so far. Thanks a email anytime..

Lor and REne.

Patrick O'connell

J_Schopieray — 22 Jun 2001 1:02:13 GMT

I have been looking for information on the dates of birth, death & marriage of a Patrick O'Connell of Leelanau county.
All I have so far is that he was born in Ireland abt. 1832. He purchased land in Leelanau county abt 1869. His wife's name was Ellen O'Farrell. They had at least 4 children, Morris, b. abt 1860, Abigail b. abt 1862, married John O'Brien; Johanna b. abt. 1864 married Joseph Gauthier; and Patrick O'connell (jr)b.abt.1866. My family decends from the daughter Johanna (O'connell) Gauthier, through their daughter Dorothy Gauthier Schopieray. Does anyone have info on this family, especially Patrick O'connell sr. Thanks

Looking For information on Mary Gauthier

Judith Herman — 22 Feb 2002 5:12:23 GMT

Hi my name is Judith Herman, I am looking for information about my Grandmother Mary Gauthier. She was born in about 1902. As I understand it, the family came from Quebec Canada to Lake Lelanau in the early part of last century. I'm not exactly sure where she was born. She somehow met and married Wayne Armstrong, they had 7 children. The rest of her family moved to Muskegon Michigan. I know nothing of great grandparents, or much about that side of my family. Any help would be appreciated,Thankyou in advance

brows

VALERIE — 5 Jan 2001 12:00:00 GMT

looking for info on my gradma. i have here in my family tree a delmina amore edmund brow, tussant amore ellen gauthier, & a mary lacroix. any body with info would be greatly appreciated thankyou.

John Porter

vwilson577 — 22 Jun 2001 2:09:42 GMT

John Porter, farmer, Leland Township, was born in Pennsylvania in 1826; remained in that state as a teacher and farmer till 1854, when he came to Leelanaw, then Grand Traverse County, and was employed by the Presbyterian board of missions as a teacher among the Indians. He was engaged in teaching till the spring of 1861, when he bought his farm on Section 11 in Leland Township of the government. He owns 356 acres, has good buildings, orchard, etc.; has been supervisor one term, justice of the peace several years, also held the offices of township treasurer and highway commissioner; is at present (1884) county surveyor. Married in 1852 to Annis McElvain, a native of Pennsylvania. They have two sons and three daughters.

From "The Traverse Region, Historical and Descriptive with Illustrations of Scenery and Portraits and Biographical Sketches of some of its Prominent Men and Pioneers" Chicago: H. R. Page & Co. 1884.

Need Help With Project on 1956 Tornado

Ernie Ostuno — 19 Oct 2006 9:41:06 GMT

I'm sorry that this is off topic from ancestry questions, but I hope someone can help me with a book project I am working on.

I am reseaching the April 3, 1956 tornado that hit Southeast Leelanau County, from Solon to south of Suttons Bay. I am looking for information on specific locations that were hit by the tornado and any photos of the tornado damage in Leelanau, Grand Traverse, or Benzie Counies. Thanks!

Kirk 1833-1915 and Louisa Bixby 1833-1892 tombstones

Sharon Ivory — 24 Oct 2006 9:06:59 GMT

Is there anyone in Maple City with a digital camera who would be willing to take pictures of these two tombstones in the Kasson Cemetery for me and e-mail them? I had searched for these two people since 1967 and just today found them in the Leelanau County cemetery database. Ten years ago I could have visited the cemetery myself but now I live in Arizona.
Thank you.
Sharon Ivory

Mary Steimel & Mark Schaub

Tracey Daly — 21 Sep 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for info on Mary Steimel/Stimel, born in 1877 (possibly 22 Oct.) in Leelanua Co. MI. (possibly, Suttons Bay). Mary died in 1964 in Michigan. Her Parents were possibly Bernhard/Bernpard Steimel & Katherine (??).

Mary married, Mark Schaub (b)15 Feb 1876 in Bingham Twp. Leelanau Co. MI. He died 1 Nov 1967 in Michigan.

They had 12 known children; Edward, Elizabeth, Lawrence, Firmin, Cecelia, Rosemarie, Ambrose, Albert, Eleanor, Elmer Mark, James, and Thomas Schaub.

If anyone could give me some more info on Mary Steimel, it would greatly be appreciated, Thanks,

Sincerely, Tracey Daly

Emmaretta/Emmaratta I./Emmeretta Schrock died May 27, 1973 in Frankfort, MI, residence Empire, Leelanau, MI

EMacdonald5638 — 28 Sep 2006 5:08:35 GMT

I would like to have an obit on her. In 1957 she is in an obit for Jessie Dodd of Ludington, MI, shown as a niece along with Miss Ellen Ailesworth & nephew Lon Ailesworth, all 3 of Empire.

The SSD Index shows her as born Dec. 5, 1890, listed as Emmaretta Schrock, the MI Deaths for 1971-1996 list her as Emmaratta I. & the obit for her aunt Jessie Dodd is Emmeretta Schrock.

Any inf. is appreciated. Thanks so much. Betty Macdonald

Leroy Bartlett

patricia_emslie — 20 Sep 2006 6:01:13 GMT

I am searching on information about my great-grandfather’s family. His name was Samuel Leroy Bartlett. His father was Leroy Bartlett, and he was born in Vermont in 1850. The family moved to Altona, New York and then to Leelanau, but I am not sure where they were between 1860 and 1880. Samuel ended up in Chicago, where he had a son named Leroy Samuel, but he may have lived in Leelanau for a while. I believe that Samuel was not Mary Bartlett’s son, as Leroy had a different wife in 1850 just before Samuel was born. Any and all information would be appreciated!

Manitou County

Gene E. Nowak — 19 Aug 2006 2:57:59 GMT

Manitou County was formed after 1860 and was disbanded in 1895. Leelanau County assumed administrative functions for the Manitou and South Fox Islands at that time.

Where are the records of births, marriages deaths and burials that occurred from 1860 to 1895 in Manitou County kept?

Help on James R. Prickett (~1803-abt 1872), Leelanau, Michigan

Prickett121 — 28 Aug 2006 10:32:11 GMT

John Bryant

vwilson577 — 22 Jun 2001 2:09:42 GMT

John Bryant, farmer, Leland, was born in May, 1805, in Seneca County, N. Y.; moved to Troy, Oakland County, Mich., in 1826 and took up land from the government and cleared up a farm; remained there several years, and returned to Seneca County, N.Y., where he lived till 1840; he then went back to Oakland County, Mich., and was a farmer there till 1854, when he came to Leland and settled on a farm near the present site of the village. He afterward moved to a farm on Section 9, and now lives on the same section. He had deeds from the Government for more than 900 acres of land. He is one of the pioneers of Leelanaw County, and is hale and hearty at the age of seventy-nine years. When he moved to Leland he came by steamboat from Detroit, and besides his household furniture, brought his horses and several head of cattle. When the boat arrived off leland, the captain, being afraid of shoal water, anchored a half mile from shore, the horses and cattle were pushed overboard and swam ashore, and the household effects were landed in small boats. Married in 1826 to Anna Hodge. They have three sons and four daughters.

From "The Traverse Region, Historical and Descriptive with Illustrations of Scenery and Portraits and Biographical Sketches of some of its Prominent Men and Pioneers" Chicago: H. R. Page & Co. 1884.

SHERIDAN ANCESTOR SEARCH

johnosheridan38 — 5 Jan 2005 8:58:34 GMT

Gordon J. Persik

gene_nowak — 10 Sep 2006 5:06:51 GMT

Frank and Frances (Flees) Persik had a son Gordon J. born abt 1927 in the 1930 census for Centerville Twp, Leelanau Co, MI

A James Persik son of a Frank and Frances Persik died April 14 1940 in Centerville Twp. He was 14 years 4 months and 2 days old. Born about 12 Dec 1926. That correlates with son Gordon J. born about 1927. Is “James” “Gordon J.” of the 1930 census?

Perszyk/Persik

Gene E. Nowak — 8 Aug 2006 5:40:56 GMT

Looking for the spouses of the children of Frank and Frances (Skeba) Perszyk.

Descendants of Frank Perszyk

1 Frank Perszyk b: Aug 1884 Centerville, Leelanau, MI, USA d: 31 Jul 1945 Leelanau Co, MI
.. +Frances Skeba b: Abt. 1885 MI m: 1904 d: 04 Aug 1973 Centerville Township, Leelanau County, Michigan
...... 2 Eveline Perszyk
...... 2 Frank Perszyk b: 07 Apr 1905 Centerville Township, Leelanau County, Michigan
...... 2 Blanche Perszyk b: Abt. 1907 MI
...... 2 Sophia Perszyk b: Abt. 1909 MI
.......... +Jack Kelly b: Abt. 1906 d: 19 May 1969
...... 2 Louise Perszyk b: Feb 1910 MI
...... 2 Martha Perszyk b: Feb 1910 MI, USA
...... 2 John J. Persik b: 1912 Mi d: 1953 Centerville Twp, Leelanau Co, MI
.......... +Marjorie
...... 2 Alice Perszyk b: Abt. 1912 MI
...... 2 Stephen Persik b: Abt. 1915 MI
...... 2 Joseph Perszyk b: Abt. 1915 MI
...... 2 Irene Persik b: Abt. 1922 MI
...... 2 Clarence D. Persik b: Abt. 1924 MI
...... 2 Gordon J. Persik b: Abt. Aug 1927 MI

"Island" Protestant Cemetery

Pat Weiderman Crimmel — 19 Aug 2006 12:42:19 GMT

I am looking for the burial place of Julia Ann Palmer Weiderman/Widerman. Julia was married to Christopher Weiderman/Widerman. They were living on South Fox Island when Christopher died in 1888 of consumption. By 1900 Julia and her last 3 children have moved to Leelanau Township. We cannot locate Julia after the 1900 Federal census. A cousin received a message stating that Julia was buried in the Island Protestant Cemetery and did not have a headstone. We are wondering if anyone has any knowledge as to where this cemetery is located and if there are any records available.

Thank you
Pat Weiderman Crimmel

Help on Sarah Nawkaw, wife of George Prickett / Pabo, Michigan, b. ~1861

Prickett121 — 29 Aug 2006 1:07:46 GMT

I am looking for information on Sarah Naskaw (b. ~1861), the daughter of Edward Naskaw (b. ~1819, d. after 1908) and Ann Chelo (b. unknown, d. unknown) and wife of George Prickett (b. ~1859, also known as George Pabo). So far, this is what I have:

Sarah may also have a birthdate in Mar 1865. She appeared in the 1900 census in Leelanau County, Michigan and on the Durrant Roll of 1908. She and George were married about 1885 in Leelanau and had at least three children, Sophia (b. Jun 1884, m. Joe Stevens 10 Apr 1902), Mary (b. Aug 1891) and Samuel (b. 3 Aug 1899, d. Jun 1980, m. Josephine Madagame/Madagme ). It appears that they adopted Ida (b. Apr 1898), the daughter of George’s brother Peter J. Prickett after his death.

All were members of the Ottawa/Odawa tribe according to the Durrant Rolls of 1908.

Any additional information would be greatly appreciated.

PURKISS,STIBITZ, GILL, GIBBS, LUTHER, RETFORD and more

epurkiss — 30 Mar 2006 6:59:26 GMT

Been off-line for a year or so while out-of-state, need updates on these families' descendancies and ancestry. Willing to share info. MORTIMORE, OBERST, BARTLETT, SILL, GAGNON, also names of interest.

Is James R. Prickett a son of Richard "Captured by Indians" Prickett?

Prickett121 — 12 Aug 2006 1:50:33 GMT

I came across this in my research (with the same question posted) and started following up on it.

Richard had a son born about 1803 to his Ojibwe/Chippewa wife in the Green Bay, WI area. Nothing else is known from that side.

James R. was born about 1804 in Michigan (remember, in 1803-1804, Wisconsin was part of Michigan). In 1832 he appears in the area that would become Allegan County, living near the mouth of the Gun River. He is identified as a half-breed, with a note that he had a "Yankee" father instead of a French one as was normal for the time in this area. This would fit with him being Richard's son, especially since I have not been able to find any other Prickett's in the area during this time.

He is identified in other documents as being an interpreter in 1834 and in 1853. By the 1860 census he is a farmer in Leelanau County, and is listed as "Indian".

His descendants are all shown as members of the Grand Traverse Band, which is both Ojibwe and Odawa/Ottawa. Although the general consensus was that Richard married an Ojibwe woman, the descendants are listed as being Odawa (both in census records and on the Durrant Roll). This could be from several reasons - first, that James joined in with an Odawa band, as he appears to have married an Odawa wife (indeed, many, if not most, of his descendants are shown as "full-blood"). Second, both tribes spoke the same language and are very similar, as is shown by the Grand Traverse Band being composed of both Ojibwe and Odawa. Both tribes were also in the Green Bay area on a regular basis and it would not have been unusual for someone like Richard to have travelled to Michigan.

If anyone has additional information or comments, I would love to hear them.

Shea Familys

trotterj — 12 Aug 2006 12:50:40 GMT

I am looking for additional information on the Shea brothers:

• Patrick Augustus or Gus (b. 1851) who married and divorced Mary Stormer
• Daniel (b. 1855) who married Maggie Stormer they lived for a time in Benzie Co and Maggie and children lived in Empire Twp
• Rufus (b. 1860) who married Hattie King and lived in Glen Arbor and Empire Townships
• Cornelius (b. 1863) who married Ellen Cunningham of Manistee and settled for a time in Empire Township before relocating to Kent Co.

I believe they were the children of Patrick and Theresa Shea of Saint Lawrence Co, New York. I’m trying to find more evidence of that connection. I have very detailed info on Cornelius (my great-great grandfather) and a respectable amount on Rufus.

PS. If Kenneth Stormer is still out there I would love to reconnect with him!

Thanks for your time!!

jt

Bradford/Bar Lake

suesan — 4 Aug 2006 3:24:09 GMT

I am looking for a Mrs. Lawrence Bradford. She was the niece of Mrs. John M. Peterson of Manistee who died in !940. Mrs. Peterson was born in Greenville, Michigan in Sept 13, 1886. In Mrs. Peterson's obit it mentions Mrs. Lawrence Bradford of Bar Lake. It also mentioned two nephews, but didn't give their names. I would like to find these people or their relatives becuz I am at a dead end with this family.

Thanks,
Susan

James A. SHILEY

WHL — 2 Aug 2006 11:20:24 GMT

Moses King

Patti Jones — 16 Jan 2006 9:04:37 GMT

Moses King was Native American, Ottowa Tribe, Grand Traverse Band. My adopted daughter is a direct descendant of his. The only information I have from her birthmother is that he lived in Peshawbestown; he was the grandson of Moses David King. Can anyone give me a lead?

BAATZ,GUSTAFSON family information

stacey bing — 18 Jul 2006 11:45:54 GMT

I am the great great granddaughter of John Baatz and Ernestine Winkelman Baatz. My great grandfather was John Gustafson and he married Ernestine Baatz. (the daughter of above) I would like to share information with other family members. Please contact me if you are part of this clan.
Thank you in advance.
Stacey Bing

1880 census--Andrew Johns--Native Amer.--info please

Dan Brown — 29 May 2006 5:48:02 GMT

I'm hoping someone can find any additional info on any member of this Native American family

Thank you in advance

Andrew JOHNS Self M Male NA 36 MI Farmer MI MI
Catherine JOHNS Wife M Female NA 27 MI Keeping House MI MI
Michael JOHNS Son S Male NA 8 MI MI MI
Neos JOHNS Son S Male NA 5 MI MI MI
Isaac JOHNS Son S Male NA 1M MI MI MI
Keshejewah Mother W Female NA 58 MI Farming MI MI

Source Information:
Census Place Bingham, Leelanau, Michigan
Family History Library Film 1254589
NA Film Number T9-0589
Page Number 447A

Dan in Oregon

Frances Brindle Hurlburt or Hurlbut

SuzanneFrantz62 — 17 May 2006 7:04:07 GMT

I am interested in finding the death of Frances Brindle Hurlburt, wife of Lozine (L. A.) Hurlburt. The surname is also seen as Hurlbut. Frances was a member of the Ward family of Marine City and Detroit and other places across Michigan, who were millionaires through their shipping and lumbering interests. Frances compiled a book called Grandmother's Stories, about her aunt Emily Ward, that was published in 1889. Although Frances and her husband moved to Crescent City, Putnam Co., FL, her bio states that she died in "Crescent City, North Manitou Island in 1892." The place is garbled, and the date incorrect as well. She was alive in the 1900 census, enumerated in Florida. I am trying to determine whether Frances died at a summer cottage etc. on North Manitou.

ANCE/MILLER

beetlejan — 10 Feb 2006 3:29:01 GMT

Can any one tell me the connection to the Ance/Miller situation???? Jan

Chippewa, Raymond

beetlejan — 10 Jan 2006 12:07:19 GMT

Looking for any info on this individual. He is my bio-father.

RAYMOND CHIPPEWA (1914-2000)

ADembinski — 9 Feb 2006 9:48:48 GMT

5/14/2000 from http://www.leelanaunews.com
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow at Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church in Peshawbestown for Raymond W. “Chip” Chippewa of Suttons Bay, who died May 14 at
Hackley Hospital in Muskegon. He was 85. Mr. Chippewa was born in Leelanau County on May 19, 1914, the son of Dominic and Mary (Sherman) Chippewa. On Feb. 25, 1976, in Leland he married Frieda Cobb, who survives. Mr. Chippewa served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He enjoyed euchre, bingo and traveling, and will be remembered for his baked beans. He was a member of Kateri Tekakwitha Church. Also surviving are three children, Rhonda Sands of Omena, Doug Chippewa of Virginia and Yvonne Cobb of Cleveland, Ohio; a granddaughter; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Art Duhamel and Oscar Chippewa; and a sister. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Martinson Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Burial will be in the church’s cemetery. Memorials may be diected for the Elders in Peshawbestown.

Seeking Info on Frank Mazurek Family

njp1970 — 26 Sep 2005 10:23:34 GMT

Seeking info on daughter Francis born about 1909 -need birth, marriage and death info.

Seeking info on son Leo born about 1916 -
need birth, marriage (wife's name Grace Theresa ?) and death info.

LEONARD MILLER 1916-2005

ADembinski — 3 Nov 2005 7:58:53 GMT

Obituary Tyrus Lee Cobb 1961-2005

ADembinski — 3 Nov 2005 7:51:50 GMT

Tyrus Lee "Ty" Cobb
Died October 31, 2005

Benzonia - Tyrus Lee Cobb, 44, died at his home on Monday, October 31, 2005, surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 14, 1961, in Northport, the son of Williard Kesis Cobb and Rosanna Ilene Syder.
Ty was a member of Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. He dearly loved life, enjoyed hunting, fishing, good conversation and the companionship of family and friends. He was a wonderful brother, uncle and father, whose love could never be put in words as well as he described them by his actions. His quick wit, unarming humor and good hearted personality charmed all who met him. He took life as it came, never bringing his burdens to others, and was the first one to help you through yours.
Surviving are his two daughters, Ruby Rose of Bear Lake and Nicole Ann of Millington; brothers and sisters, Keith and Rosa Cobb of Frankfort, Terri and Al Brown of Benzonia, Brenda and Wes Kelley of Copemish, Elva and Jim Allen of Muskegon; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Cobb; mother, Rosanna (Keith) Syder; brother, John; sister, Alethea; niece Jennelle; and paternal and maternal grandparents.
Visitation will be Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Benzonia Chapel of McElduff-Jowett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m., also at the chapel, with Reverend Al Decator officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Benzie Tribal Center. Interment will be in the Omena Township Cemetery at 3 p.m. for all those wishing to attend.
...
Sign Ty's on-line guest book at www.legacy.com.
The Benzonia Chapel of McElduff-Jowett Funeral Homes and Cremation Service is handling the arrangements.
Published in the Record-Eagle on 11/2/2005.

Nesson/Nessen/Neeson/Neesen

susan — 30 Sep 2005 1:35:11 GMT

I am looking for a Jonas Nesson etc. He was born in Sweden in 1863 and came to the US in 1870. I have found him in Leelaunau County, Glen Arbor township in the 1900 census. His last name was spelled Nessen. Spelled the same way in 1910 but he was living in Benzie County, Almira Township, In 1920 he was listed an Nesson living in Leelaunau County, Kasson township. His children was Ida born Dec 1888, Edward born June 1889, Arthur born Oct, 1893, and Nelse born 1899. I am interested in Arthur who married a relative of mine. Martha Hutton. They lived in Muskegon, Michigan and ran a store. They adopted a son and named him Arthur. Martha died in Grand Haven, Michigan on Dec7, 1992. Any info on any of this family would be appreciated.

thanks,
susan

Seeking Info on Frank Mazurek Family

njp1970 — 26 Sep 2005 10:13:02 GMT

Looking for Frank's Date of Death and his wife Gerturde' maiden name and Date of Death of Leelanau County, Michigan.

Mossman

barbour — 21 Sep 2005 3:03:57 GMT

Interested in Judson A. Mossman, born Maine about 1834, served in the Massachusetts cavalry, survived Andersonville, lived in Leelanaw in 1880 with his wife Hannah and 5 children.
This email address is dead - reply to barbour1028@yahoo.com.

Thomas and Catherine Popa of Cedar Michigan

njp1970 — 17 Jun 2005 2:24:25 GMT

Looking for Maiden name of Catherine born date (about 1899).
Looking for death date and death city information. Also need information on their youngest daughters Julie, Katherine and Rosemary Popa.

Seeking Info on John P. Schopieray Family

njp1970 — 7 Sep 2005 10:01:17 GMT

Seeking info and contact to help with research on John P. Schopieray (B 1895 D 1967) who married Susan Fleis-Pleva on April 26, 1965.

Dunkelow/Dunklow/Dunkelau

smuwsu1 — 14 Jun 2005 1:32:10 GMT

I have information on Henry Dunkelow Jr. and Sr. from Leland, MI. I have been trying to figure out how Odelia and Minnie fit in to the family as they are listed in my great-grandfather's bible (very sad listing). I think he may have been married to Odelia. I started working on this a few years ago and my computer died. I'm back up and unfortunately have lost touch with someone I was in contact with in Michigan. Are you still out there?

Seeking Info Husband Schopieray of Marian Stefaniak

njp1970 — 7 Sep 2005 10:06:05 GMT

Seeking First Name and family info for Schopieray who married Marian Stefaniak, daughter of Stanley Alex Stefaniak and Mary Popa. Thanks in advance.

JOHNSON

dkel3159 — 29 Jan 2006 9:51:05 GMT

I'm researching the JOHNSON family from Northport, Leelanau Township. Mr. Adolph JOHNSON and his wife Matilda ******** are from Sweden. Their children: Hannah married to Harold HOLTON, Linnea married Melvin HORN, Gertin, Ruth married to George Peterson, Etstine, Olga Sophia married to Theodore J. KELSCH, Reuben Albert, Fredolph Epheriam, and Elmer Adolph JOHNSON. Anyone who has any information on these people feel free to E-mail me. Would like to share info. Thank You.

KELCH / KELSCH,Henry from Suttons Bay 1880s-1935

dkel3159 — 29 Jan 2006 9:51:05 GMT

Looking for family to share information or photos:

Henry William KELSCH born Oberurff, Prussia on 13 March 1857 and died 01 Jun 1935 in Suttons Bay.
Married Elisabeth Ann PRIESTER on 20 Apr 1878 in Niederurff, Prussia. She was born 29 May 1860 in Oberurff, Prussia and died 11 Nov 1921 in Suttons Bay.
They had 9 children: John, August, Henry, Elisabeth, Martha, Theodore, George, and Mary (died at infant).

Surnames Researching on: KELSCH, HAHNENBERG, KUEMIN, BARTH, HECKENDORN, HUSBY, PALMER, KALEY, JOHNSON, and CARLSON

Thanks,
Deb Faith
Dkel3159@aol.com

Miller

beetlejan — 30 Jul 2005 2:44:00 GMT

Seeking Info on Fabiszak / Cerkowski's Family

njp1970 — 3 Jul 2005 7:45:05 GMT

Seeking information on descendants of daughter of Frank Fabiszak Sr. born 26 Jan 1882 and Belbina Cerkowski born 23 Mar 1888 from Cedar, Leelanau County, Michigan. Please, contact me.

Seeking information on Michael King and Teresa Rice

njp1970 — 3 Jul 2005 7:56:21 GMT

Seeking information on descendants of Michael King born Oct 1862 and Teresa Rice born 29 Dec 1880 from Cedar, Leelanau County, Michigan. Seeking marriage information on Maxine King, Please, contact me.

Bartletts of the Northport area

geologer — 27 Jul 2004 7:26:21 GMT

I am looking for any information on the Bartletts of the Northport/Leelanau county area. My great-grandmother was Mary Bartlett/Rexford (1861-1934). She was married to Frank Rexford, who died in an accident, and then married Josephus Kiersey. She was the daughter of Alphonse Bartlett(born 1862) and sister of Antoine (who married Mary Elizabeth VonHolt). Would love to hear from anyone from this family. I have some information and would like to ensure it's validity. Would also share any that I may have of use.

Seeking Info on Mitchell / Lardie / Winowiecki's Family

njp1970 — 18 Jun 2005 3:01:14 GMT

Seeking information on descendants of daughter of Frank and Berth Winowiecki. Irene Lardie passed on 10/24/2004 and was predeceased by her two husbands, Charles Roy Mitchell and Ike Lardie. Would like to connect with an Winowiecki's Family resource.

Petrie's Dock, Bingham- Charles Weisler

Kathryn — 21 Jun 2005 3:35:51 GMT

According to his obit from 1883, Charles Weisler drowned when he was knocked off or fell off at Petrie's dock while unloading lumber from his wagon. This dock was about 2 to 3 miles from Darrows Mill. Does anyone know about where this site might have been or if there might be any old photos. Charles was the brother of my gr gr grandfather, Pierce Weisler

Fralick Francis Dr

lynne — 6 Jul 2004 1:04:41 GMT

Looking for any connection to this family.
Originally from Ontario, Canada, moved to Northport, Leelanau sometime after 1895. Four children all born in Northport. Margaret (1897) Irving Bray (1899) Francis Bruce (1903) Ethel Rebecca ( 1904). Margaret died aged three, Irving died 1986, Francis Bruce died 1983, Ethel died 1996 ( she was married to Chester Slawson.)
Francis Fralick Snr was a medical doctor and he was married to Elizabeth(Bessie) Bruce.

Walter Popa

njp1970 — 10 Mar 2005 8:58:17 GMT

Walter Popa, I think he was my mother's godfather. Looking for a contact to update family data. Looking for death date for Walter Popa, I think it was in the mid 1950's during the summer.

St. Wincelaus Cemetery

kathryn — 16 Aug 2004 11:25:24 GMT

Can anyone give me directions to this cemetery??? or at least where it's located.

Thank you, Kathryn

Seeking Paul and Rose Zywicki Data

njp1970 — 8 Jun 2005 6:40:17 GMT

Looking for information on Paul (1873) and Rose (1877) Zywicki born in Poland who lived in Leelanau County and their families. Any help would be appreciated .

Edith Belmer

mimapdot — 6 Jun 2005 8:46:47 GMT

Looking for Edith Belmer b. 10 Jun 1887 carp lake, Emmett Co. She married in 1905 to Arthur F Hart. Twin daugherts
Leona and May Dorothy on 25 May 1906. Leona died the same day. Seeking more info on Edith and the surviving twin, May Dorothy

Eleanor Louise Gertrude Szndrowicz

SPelky3403 — 24 Jun 2001 11:19:33 GMT

Seeking info on Eleanor Szndrowicz who married Treffley Pelky. Treffley was born 11/271883 as Trophlie Pelletier to Damase Pelletier and Julia Bosse in Trois-Riviere Quebec. Treffley d. 10/30/1932 Traverse City Mi. Eleanor and Treffley had 3 children.
Alma Marie b.1900 d.1921
Dorman Domus b.1908 d.1948
Donald Joseph b. 1909

Census lookup 1900, Victor PERRAULT family

nw1957_1 — 11 May 2005 6:46:45 GMT

Would like 1900 census info on Victor PERRAULT and wife orgin and year entering US etc.

surname Bland

nhawktrail — 21 Apr 2005 1:24:32 GMT

Looking for information on Matthew Bland & his wife Mary J. Bland. Both are buried in Bland Cemetary. Can't locate death certificate for Mary. Their daughter Hannah Isabelle married Erastus Ames