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Fisher Family in Chester, Delaware County 1900

JoAnnGoble — 7 Sep 2008 5:44:35 GMT

I am looking for information on the John Fisher family from Chester, Delaware County according to the 1900 Census. The family later moved to Camden, NJ. John was born approximately 1860 and his wife, Mary A., was born approx. 1862. Children's names include Laura, Alice, Linnie, Earl, Frank, Hannah, Lizzie, Mamie, and Eva.

Any help would be appreciated.

Gretz family

debmccarson5 — 12 Jul 2001 3:10:22 GMT

I am searching for the descendants of Frederick Charles Gretz and Ella Clark who lived in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Frederick and Ella had Edna, Harry, Herbert, and Frederick. Frederick Clark Gretz married Ethel Kirchener and had William Clark and "Betty". I am the daughter of William and am searching for an aunt Betty. I am assuming her given name was Elizabeth. If you have any info, I sure would appreciate any help. Thanks.

Cornfield family

shinwell — 28 Jun 2008 9:38:40 GMT

My family name is Cornfield 2 of my ancestors Levi and Enoch Cornfield emigrated to America from England in the 1860s and 1870s? and settled in Pennsylvania, Murat Cornfield the son of Levi was living in Delaware County Penn in 1942,are any of the family interested in the English Cornfields? if so please contact me.
Thank you

Need obit - Alice Obrien

jnodak — 19 Aug 2008 8:41:49 GMT

I am looking for an obit for:
Alice Obrien (may be O'Brien)
date of birth: 3/15/1925
date of death: 9/1987
last residence: Upper Darby, Delaware Co, PA

daughter of Henry and Anne Veitz

Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you!

Elizabeth, wife of Dr. William Baltzell, Media, Pa. & Baltimore (1899)

meg1638 — 18 Aug 2008 3:09:56 GMT

The Baltimore Sun
Baltimore, Maryland
November 20, 1899

"Mrs. William H. Baltzell"

The remains of Mrs. Elizabeth F. Baltzell, wife of Dr. William H. Baltzell, 805 St. Paul street, were taken Saturday morning to Media, Pa., where funeral services were conducted in Christ Protestant Episcopal Church by Rev. Dr Arnold and Rev. George C. Carter. Six weeks ago Dr. and Mrs. Baltzell were married in the church. Dr. Eugene M. Van Ness, Dr. N. E. B. Iglehart, Byrd Thompson, and William Tucker, who acted as ushers at the wedding, acted as pallbearers. Interment was in the church cemetery. H. W. Jenkins & Sons had charge of the funeral.

gravestones in Darby Friends Cemetery

raytracer — 23 Jul 2008 4:32:13 GMT

I've been photographing the gravestones in Darby Friends Cemetery in Delaware County. This is supposedly the oldest cemetery in Pennsylvania. Some of the surnames that I've found so far include: Andrews, Ash, Bancroft, Bartram, Black, Bonsall, Buckley, Bunting, Clayton, Dixon, Fleming, Foulk, Garrett, Graham, Hall, Haney, Heacock, Hibberd, Hirst, Levis, Lewis, Lloyd, Pennock and Powell.

To view the photos and memorials, go to www.findagrave.com and search for Darby Friends Cemetery

Andrew Bell d. 5/5/1897

JBELLSAN — 12 Jul 2001 3:42:28 GMT

I am looking for information on my gg grandfather Andrew Bell. He was born in New York 4/13/1840. He married my gg grandmother Matilda Hopkins (b. 10/11/1848 in New York) in New York City 5/14/1866. They had two children, William Robert Bell and Arthur Andrew Bell. Matilda died (not sure when) and he and his sons moved to Pennsylvania. He married Willimina Birdahl (not sure of the spelling or the date of marriage) and had more children. I know he is buried in St. Martin's Episcopal Church Cemetary in Marcus Hook and he died 5/5/1897. I am interested in knowing his other children's names. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Holy Cross Cemetery - Cornelia DOUGHERTY

YorkCoResearcher — 27 Jul 2008 3:14:28 GMT

I would like a transcription of the tombstone for Cornelia DOUGHERTY who died 30 Sep 1986. According to her death certificate she is buiried in the Holy Cross cemetery in Yeadon.

Is her husband or any other family member buried beside her? If so, what names and dates are inscribed.

Cornelia's first husband was Raymond S. WILSON and her second husband was a DOUGHERTY.

Mary EARLE------George WHITE

runair88 — 26 Jul 2008 8:44:09 GMT

Looking for info on the George White, Mary Earle connection. They were a married couple that had a few children. George was born in PA around 1740. He served in the Chester county militia during the Revolutionary War and is in the DAR.I don't have a date of birth for Mary.Mary was probably born in the later 1740s or 1750s. There was a Mary Earle born in Southhampton, Bucks county, in 1725. Her father was listed as John Earle. Georges' children were Issac, Jacob, Hannah Gyer, and Nancy Edwards. George and Mary lived in Delaware county, Radnor township.Would like to know when and where George and Mary were married.Also if these Whites had any connection to the White families living in Bucks or Lancaster counties?Any help would be greatly appreciated.---------Terry

Traum's from Delaware County, PA (Emil & Paul & possibly others)

katieinohio — 9 Nov 2007 2:55:04 GMT

My name is Kathy Traum and I live in Ohio. I've been trying my hand at genealogy and I am looking for my Traum ancestors. Below are just a few of my research notes and I have much, much more to share with our ancestors.

If you think we may be related please contact me and I will be happy to share what I have with you. Thank You!

You can reach me by e-mail: katieinohio@aol.com (please put "Traum ancestors" in the subject area so I don't delete you as spam)
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A Few Notes: Our Traum's were German, Catholics, born mostly in Resicza which could be spelled differently. (Race: white)
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I've been told there were 7 Traum brother's who immigrated to the United States in the early 1900's.

One (Josef) settled in Michigan, Two settled in Ohio (Henry & ?), Four settled in or around Pennsylvania (Emil & ?). There may be some Traum sisters too.
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Our Traum's are related to the Zanzinger's in Pennsylvania. Our Traum's were friends of the Neugebauer's in Pennsylvania.
Our Traum's may have been related to the Otrapa's in Pennsylvania.
I do not know if we are related to the Illinois Traum's.
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Henry Traum (My Great Great Grandfather)
b. about 1861 in Romania Austria Hungary,
d. ?,
Wife: probably Elise/Elisabeth/Elizabeth,
Married: Unknown,
Children (See Below)
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Henry Traum (My Great Grandfather)
b. Sept. 23, 1883 in Resicza, Austria Hungary
d. April 15, 1945 in Cleveland, Ohio
Wife: Hedwig Graffenberger
Married: 1906 in Cleveland, Ohio
They had 5 children and there are lots of relatives here!
One child (my Aunt who's 95) is still living and has told me Henry's brother, Paul Traum, settled in Ohio but I have not been able to confirm this yet. She also said that the "seven Traum brothers" had a few sisters who also came to the United States but again I haven't been able to confirm this. I've been told that the seven Traum brother's often used each other's names when naming their children.
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Emil Joseph Traum
b. Jan 30, 1885 in Resicza, Romania Hungary
d. (probably Pennsylvania)
Wife: Marie H. ?
Married: (possibly abt. 1908 in Hungary Germany)
They had 3 children that I know of: born 1909 in Hungary/born abt. 1911 in Hungary/born 1914 in Pennsylvania
They lived in Ridley Township and Milmont Point, Delaware County, PA
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Josef (Joseph) Traum
b. July 30, 1886 in Resicza, Hungary
d. (abt. 1952 in Detroit, Wayne, Michigan
Wife: Living Helfrich
They had 2 sons.
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Paul Traum
b. (probably born about 1891 in Resicza, Romania)
d. (Unknown)
Wife: (Unknown)
Children: (Unknown)
He probably lived in Delaware County, PA

HORN COLLINS

exlibra1 — 5 Jul 2008 9:52:18 GMT

seeking any information about Joseph and Elizabeth (Collins) Horn. One of their children was born abt 1832-1834 so am estimating them to be between 20-28 years of age at that time but have no criteria on which to base this assumption. The little information available has this one child born in Delaware County, early 1830s, however he grew up in Manayunk, with no further mention of his parents, so am also assuming that they may have died and he was raised by people in Manayunk. This child is listed in the 1850 census living with Griffith Mendenhall as an apprentice carpenter. I do not even know whether there were other children.

Obit needed for Edward McCaughey d. Aug 1913

victoriawelch27 — 2 Jul 2008 1:02:14 GMT

Trying to help a friend locate her grandfathers burial place. Possibly Lawncroft Cemetery but we won't know for sure unless we can find an obit. The state cannot locate a death certificate for him.

He lived in Marcus Hook, separated from his wife, previous to his death

Any help greatly appreciated.

Elmira Swayne Young info

jswanson05 — 22 Jun 2008 5:21:35 GMT

I am looking for any concrete information regarding my paternal grandmother, Elmira Swayne Young. She was born on 3July1903 in Falcroft, PA? Her parents were John Lamb Young and Virginia Ruch. Possible siblings: Ralph, Walter, Harry, Ida, Mary, Eleanor, Esther. She married James Williamson and had 6 children: Marie, James, Susan, Peter, Elizabeth & Joseph.

Graceland / North Mount Moriah Cemetery.... Records?

gettyrm — 4 Jan 2007 5:18:43 GMT

Looking for burial information for an old Yeadon cemetery called Graceland/North Mount Moriah. It was condemned in 1964 and supposedly all burial records were turned over to the Borough of Yeadon. I can't find anyone at the Borough that seems to know anything about this. Mount Moriah Cemetery could not help me either. Looking for records of the people of who were buried in the Machpelah Cemetery (11th St in Philadelphia), and were removed to the Graceland Cemetery / North Mount Moriah around 1895. Thanks for any help or advice.

Radnor Del Co PA

carolgromer — 14 May 2008 6:19:40 GMT

I have a Pennsylvania death certificate for James Sturman who died 10 Nov 1885 and was buried 14 Nov 1885 at [according to the DC] Radnor Del Co PA

I have not been able to find which cemetery this refers to. Could someone give me the location and how to contact them for verification that James Sturman is buried there.

Ida Mae Elliott Hollenbach- Obituary

cynthiamoore1201 — 21 Apr 2008 11:01:47 GMT

How do I find out when my great grandmother Ida Mae Elliot Hollenback died. She was borne 3 Feb 1871 and died in the late 1950's. I believe she was buried in Reading PA but died in Lansdowne.
Any Help would be appreciated

Loss of mother's relatives

Blank_10 — 4 Mar 2008 6:13:16 GMT

I am looking for any of my grandmaternal relatives. I have never seen any of them. My maternal grandmother's name was Helen Kenny-[married to Charles HB Phillips and also someone named Haberstock.] She had a sister Jeanette Kenny and 2 brothers Harold and Fred Kenny. Jeanette had a daughter named Joan. They were from Upper Darby[area] 69th Street Terminal. I lived in Darby from 1999 to 2001 Pennsylvania USA- Philadelphia's districts. I am 48. My mother would be about 85. Her mother would be about 102yrs old. [if she were living] I was born in Lansdale, PA in 1959-route 309's area. I am interested in my relatves from Lansdowne, PA especialy where mother said they were from-besides Philadelphia. They apparently are Irish with black hair and blue eyes. If you know of any of them, please contact me.

WWII Distinguished Service Cross recipient

jlcooper55 — 23 Mar 2008 1:58:43 GMT

Seeking information on WWII Distinguished Service Cross recipient, Richard F. Clayton, from Upper Darby, PA. His mothers' name was Nina and he had a brother William F. Clayton.

Obituary for Rhoda Abrams Downes

melod1226 — 13 May 2008 4:36:09 GMT

Searching for any information someone would have on Rhoda Abrams (Downes). She married Arlie Franklin Downes and had a son Arlie Franklin Downes, Jr. March 1925. She died shortly thereafter. I believe they lived in the Chester, PA area (Delaware County). Her son Arlie Franklin Downes Jr.(my father) died in Oct. 1990. He never new much about his mother and I am very interested in obtaining information on her. Any help would be appreciated.

Obit John F. Howe

cynthiamoore1201 — 9 May 2008 1:54:40 GMT

He resided in Drexel Hill at the time of his death. born 1907 in Attleboro to Frances Firth Howe and John Howe.
died April 28 , 1998. Any one have access to obituaries or archives on microfilm from that time.I am 400 miles away.Little did I know he lived in my hometown!
Thanks for any help.

Leslye Torbush-obit help needed

BKrogh8863 — 28 Apr 2008 3:50:32 GMT

Seeking an obituary for Leslye Torbush who died in Sharon, Delaware Co., Pa in Nov., 1967.
The family had lived in the area since abt 1905. Parents were John E. and Irene Mead Torbush. Also had sister, Mildred.
Would appreciate any help!!!

John McDevitt Philadelphia PA

rjpetreshockjr — 20 Apr 2008 6:05:08 GMT

I found this in a book I purchased. Though someone might like this info.

Philadelphia PA 1886

John McDevitt, aged 25, living at # 1211 Newkirk St, was arrested yesterday by officers of the Eleventh District, charged with brutally assaulting his wife, Sarah. He was given a hearing before Magistrate Lloyd at which it was alleged that the wife was so badly injured that she is not expected to recover. McDevitt was then held for a further hearing on Monday, bail being fixed at $1,000.

look up Gayle Fortune Geckle

sharAelli — 15 Apr 2008 2:36:20 GMT

Looking for the family of Gayle Fortune Geckle. Possibly living in NEWTOWN SQUARE, Delaware Co., PA 19073. Please email sharelli@yahoo.com

Gayle Fortune Geckle

sharAelli — 15 Apr 2008 2:35:06 GMT

Looking for the family of Gayle Fortune Geckle. Possibly living in NEWTOWN SQUARE, Delaware Co., PA 19073. Please email sharelli@yahoo.com

Surname Brack Media, PA

dmburk — 9 Apr 2008 5:08:10 GMT

Looking for the family of James Brack. He is currently deceased, would have been 70 years old. His father was William. Ex-wife was Joyce. Fathered a child (me) not acknowledged by his family. Died alone in Chester, PA.

James Augustus Sullivan

DeNardo — 8 Apr 2008 5:48:29 GMT

I am looking to confirm the parents of my great great grandfather James Augustus Sullivan who was born April 28, 1852 in Wilmington, Delaware. Married Ann Jane Carr about 1874, she died in 1899 leaving him a widower with 9 children. James died Sept 23,1942 in Chester, Delaware, Pennsylvania.

I am trying to confirm his parents were James Sullivan born in Ireland about 1825 and mother Rachel maiden name unknown born about 1816 in Delaware, PA.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks Pat

Leonard Thompson

rosesavage1949 — 2 Apr 2008 12:12:11 GMT

Looking for the family of Leonard Thompson his father Joseph Thompson was in the Swarthmore, area in 1950.

AISC in Chester, Pennsylvania???

jasellyn — 15 Jun 2007 7:44:22 GMT

I have a photograph of a gentleman wearing a uniform which contains a visored cap and the insignia of what appears to be a laurel wreath and in the middle are the letters "A.I.S.C". These initials also appear on his collar (a photo is attached).

Has anyone ever seen anything like this before? I've searched and searched for this insignia but to no avail. Identifying this man will be opening a door to a major genealogical mystery which I have researched for almost a decade, and I would be so appreciative of the identification of this odd uniform.

The photograph was taken at "F. Arnolds, 627 Edgemont Avenue, Chester, Pennsylvania." The photographers studio no longer exists.

Thanks in advance!!!
Norah Dennis

Looking for some help!

maxine06 — 30 Mar 2008 2:44:51 GMT

Hi; I am Maxine and I live in Missouri-along way from PA.
I would appreciate so very much if someone might help me with finding history of the Friend family. Nicholas Nils Larsson Friend b 1619 in Sweden, d Dec 1686 in Upland, Delaware,PA. He was buried in St Paul's church, Chester,PA. He married Anna Andersdotter Aug 1656 in New Sweden,PA.
It seems much of this family came from PA and then went to MO.
Would there be information from history books, death records, birth records, just any and all history would be so great to have. Thanking you so very very much.
Maxine my email is maxinedavies06@hotmail.com Please put Friend in the subject line.

Newspaper for Lansdowne-advice, please

the3tenors — 26 Feb 2008 4:29:41 GMT

I need advice on what newpaper to find an obit for May 1966 in Lansdowne. I tried the Phila. Inquirer, but had no luck. I would appreciate any help. Thank you.

Sibole Obituaries Look Up Please

CathyH909 — 14 Mar 2008 10:43:23 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for the following obituaries, I am willing to pay for them. I appreciate any help.

Albert G Sibole died Se. 15, 1946 and is buried in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, Delaware, Pennsylvania.

John William Sibole died Jul. 14, 1973 and is buried inArlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, Delaware, Pennsylvania.

Albert Biddle Sibole died Sep. 12 1946 and is buried in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, Delaware, Pennsylvania.

Jessie Sibole died Feb. 1,1959 and is buried in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, Delaware, Pennsylvania.

I believe that they died in Aldan, but I am not sure. You can contact me at CathyH909@aol.com
Thank you very much,
Cathy

John Neild

Richard_Gralnek — 8 Mar 2008 4:58:01 GMT

I am looking for relatives of John Neild whose daughter Jane married John Hannum.

I have information to share of where John Neild was born and when along with his parents' names and names of siblings.

Rich

Paternal Family Ancestors

Lynne B. Woodside — 11 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

BUCCI -originally from the Abruzzi, IT
FELDSTEIN- originally from Odessa/Kiev Russia
FRIDAY -?Coatesville, ?Philadelphia

Delaware County question

jcharb — 26 Feb 2008 2:44:05 GMT

Hi,
I just found our family coming into the U.S. in 1847. That led to a search and subsequent find of them living in Nether Providence, Delaware County, PA in 1850. Is there anyone posting in this board that is perhaps in that area and familiar with available records from that timeframe? Were there birth/death/marriage records available? Would anyone be willing to do a lookup? I have the following family members listed in the 1850 census in Nether Providence:
Daniel McMakin 35 yrs Laborer
Catherine McMakin 25 yrs
Patrick McMakin 60 yrs Laborer
Ellen McMakin 18 yrs
John McMakin 5 yrs
Ellen McMakin 1 yr

I'm looking for birth/marriage/death of any McMakins in that area from 1847 - 1870. We dont know what became of the two Ellens, or the Patrick. The rest of the family can next be found in 1870 in Iowa.

I so so so appreciate any help, or even just any suggestions.
Thank you
jcharb8@msn.com
Jean - Bremerton, Washington

Huke obituary look up

goalkeeper166 — 22 Feb 2008 12:41:24 GMT

Request obituary look up for the following:

Earl Huke died August 1966 in Drexel, Delaware, Pa.
Lucy Huke died May 1985 in Drexel, Delaware, Pa.

Also seeking the name of the cemetery in which they are buried.

Any help would be appreciated

Mike Fisher

Milton Barlow

Lee — 26 Feb 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on Milton Barlow b:abt.1820-1825
married Rachel____.He is buried at Siloam Church in
Bethel Township,De.Co.,Pa.Believe father's name is Curtis Barlow.Anything would be appreciated !
Thanks

Obit Look-up Mar 1982 Town of Wayne

vmountjoy — 15 Feb 2008 7:23:23 GMT

Can anyone assist me with a look-up of the obituary of Darlington R. Kulp, who died March 1982, last residence Wayne, Delaware County, PA?

Thanks,

Val

Obit Look-up PLEASE

MaryGordonSmith — 12 Feb 2008 2:43:25 GMT

Some was kind enough to look up her mother's obit and was hoping the daughter was still living but know from other obit I will have to located grandchildren for the info.
Inez Shirley Murphy Scheerle b. 6 March 1923 d. 8 July 1993 Haverford, Delaware, PA. I tried a google search for her and newspapers, but nothing for this spelling.
Thanks
Mary

Charles Henry Shepler/ Jane Elizabeth Brabant

shadowlass1 — 9 Feb 2008 10:50:53 GMT

I am trying to trace records of the mother of Charles Henry
Shepler b.1876 in California.
I know that Charles ended up marrying a Helen Childs and lived in Pennyslvsania until he died in 1953, and have his WW1 Draft and service records (which confirms his mother as Jane Elizabeth Brabant). I have also been in touch with Cemetery and they confirm his burial but no sign of his mother. I have a suspicion that Jane Elizabeth went to USA)(probably PA) around 1920 (Annie Coates her own mother died around 1917) but have searched all sorts of records here and on other sites but have only found the one listing possibly her on 1930 US Census in Jenkintown, Montgomery county.
Can anyone help me with further info on Jane Elizabeth Brabant.

Leta Birtwell Obituary Lookup 1979

goalkeeper166 — 6 Feb 2008 2:08:08 GMT

Request an obituary lookup for Leta Birtwell who died in July 1979 in Chester, Delaware, Pa. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Mike

Obit look-up PLEASE

MaryGordonSmith — 7 Feb 2008 7:49:49 GMT

Would really appreciate if someone would look up obit for Magaret Sprague Edmunds b. 8 April 1902 in TN d. 2 July 1989 in Media, Delaware, PA. I know she was married first to Frank J Murphy (per her father's obit)then a Clement William Edmunds. I have no details on her husbands and hope her obit will give me details. Was told she had children by first husband and thinking they may be living in area so I can contact them.
Thanks
Mary

Thomas J Power

FLeCompt — 24 Jan 2008 3:23:00 GMT

I'm looking for information on Thomas J Power who according to the SSDI was born 4 Oct 1907 and died 16 Jun 1998, last residence Media, Delaware, PA. I'm interested in finding out if he was the brother of Lawrence C Power. I am looking for information on the Thomas J and Lawrence C Power who were the last owners of L Power Machine Co, of Philadelphia.

Obit - James Blair

ruthg196 — 31 Jan 2008 8:30:07 GMT

Would someone be so kind as to do an obit look-up for James Blair, who deceased in Upper Darby in August, 1984.

Thank you in advance.

Ruth

Martins in Chester

Elaine — 27 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I have a copy of the Martin's history of Chester.
I deals primarily with the Martin Family, but talks about
such surnames as Anderson,Appleby,Baldwin,Bankson,Cochran,
Clyde,Cowpland,Crosby,Eyre,Fairlamb, Graham,Hammum,Hill,
Hoskins,Irwin, Jackson,Johnson,Kerlin, Leiper,Lloyd,McIllvaine,Patterson,Phipps,Porter,Printz ,Sandilands,Taylor,Thomas & Wilcox.
This text was written in 1877, so information will be prior to 1877.
Anyone interested in these surnames contact me.

Yeadon city directory lookup 1962

bethinmo — 27 Jan 2008 9:02:54 GMT

Looking for a look up in Yeadon city directory around 1962. Looking for names of Richard and Margaret (Peggy) Redding. Hoping to confirm spelling of names. Could be spelled Reading or Reding as well. Would also like to see what year they are no longer listed. Any suggested resources? Thanks.

walker abner and philip

lstainsby — 30 Dec 2007 3:53:25 GMT

can anyone help with death dates and places of burial for abner and philip WALKER.they were born in the uk,heanor derbyshire.on 1930 us census they were in chester pa.any info on philips family to present welcome.abner disappears from chester after living with his niece priscilla.my connection is their brother isiah was my grt grandfather,he remained in uk.i have kindly been sent census records to 1930.any other info would be very appreciated.lesley

Edward and Rebecca Sibole - Ridley Park, Media areas

CathyH909 — 8 Jan 2008 4:26:30 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for any information on Edward and Rebecca Sibole. I am looking for place of burial or obituary. I know that they lived in Ridley Park in 1930. I believe that they died there. They may have moved to Media. Some of their children died there.
Thank You,
Cathy

William, Effie Burrows & Family, Isabella Jones, Chester City

mmalason — 1 Jan 2008 3:05:19 GMT

Looking for any information on the William Burrows Family of Delaware County. Also on Isabella Jones, mother of Effie Burrows. Isabella is listed in the 1910 census as being 78 yrs. old and not listed in the 1920 census so I presume she died during that time. I think Isabella's maiden name was Donnelly [spelling could be different].

PHILLIPS - HAWTHORNE connection - Folsom, PA

KathiHoon — 25 Dec 2007 1:43:29 GMT

Looking for the connection between the PHILLIPS and HAWTHORNE families that resided on Ridley Ave. - Folsom - Ridley Twp, Delaware Co., PA...1897, 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930. I believe Annie W. HAWTHORNE b.Feb 1879, dau of Samuel J./Mary A. HAWTHORNE was married to a son of Hugh/Lena PHILLIPS....but which son? 1900 Census, both Annie and all Phillips sons are living with their parents. 1910, 1920 Census have 2 grandchildren living in the HAWTHORNE household: Kenneth Hawthorne PHILLIPS b. 29 Mar 1902 and Melva PHILLIPS b. 18 Dec 1905. Melva m. George H. COLGAN II. 1930 Census has Kenneth & his wife & chilren living with Mary HAWTHORN. The Phillips and Hawthorne names continue to be used as middle names for future descendents of Kenneth & Melva. I have info on these descendents, but am missing the link of who Kenneth and Melva's parents are. Surnames of some of these descendents are: DAWS, SPAYDE, MOORHOUSE, TAKACS, POLITARHOS, SACH, BLUM, BROMBERGER, HAMILTON, UMBEL, IDDINGS, DACKO. Kenneth PHILLPS d. 14 May 1963. Melva (PHILLIPS) COLGAN d. 14 Aug 1990. Does anyone know who Kenneth and Melva's parents were?

William Arment (d. 1757) & St John's Episcopal Church, Glen Mills

jdarment1 — 5 Aug 2007 9:50:36 GMT

Seeking info on William Arment, who lived in Concord Twp and was possibly associated with St John's. Does anyone have any info pertaining to his immigration date and a list of Arments who may have been buried at St John's? And info on the history of St John's?

Francis SMITH, d:1711

DOWNEAST — 16 Mar 2003 12:11:35 GMT

From WILLS OF PHILADELPHIA COUNTY 1682-1726.

SMITH, Francis. Kennett. Chester Co. Gentleman.
26 Apr 1710. 20 May 1711. C:238
Other children: Francis, Sarah, Jane and Ann EYRE, widow. Granddaughter, Anne REESE. John MARTIN of Chester Creek, yeoman.
Executors: Daugher, Alice, wife of William VANDERVERE and friend Jasper YEATES.
Witnesses: George CHANDLER, Walter MARTIN and William CHANDLER.

BOONs and URIANs 1700s - 1800s, Delaware Co., PA

jmec12 — 22 Jun 2007 5:25:51 GMT

Does anyone have any information or connections to this family? My specific line is Andrew BOON --> Andrew BOON --> Martha BOON --> Charles GOUCHER. The earliest generations seem to be in Darby Twp., Delaware Co., PA. Martha's surviving siblings were: Catharine, Abraham, Marcus & Elizabeth. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
~Erin Moorman, Ohio
jmec12@yahoo.com

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Generation No. 1

Andrew BOON married Mary UNKNOWN.

**I have located both Andrew Sr. & Andrew Jr. in Darby Twp., Delaware Co., PA in the 1790 US census.

Children of Andrew BOON and Mary UNKNOWN are:
i. Andrew BOON, Jr., born November 17, 1737; died February 28, 1814.

Generation No. 2

Andrew BOON, Jr. was born November 17, 1737, and died February 28, 1814, age 76 years, 6 months, 17 days. He married Martha URIAN on April 13, 1763. She was born October 2, 1743, and died January 8, 1786, age 43 years, 3 months, 6 days.

**I have located possible (??) relations of Martha: Isrel (Israel) & Samuel URIAN in Darby Twp., Delaware Co., PA in the 1790 US census.

**I have located an Andrew in Darby Twp., Delaware Co., PA in the 1800 & 1810 US censuses.

Children of Andrew BOON and Martha URIAN are:
i. Catharine BOON, born June 28, 1765.
ii. Mary BOON, born February 26, 1769; died February 27, 1769, age 24 hours.
iii. Samuel BOON, born June 1, 1771; died October 1, 1777, age 6 years, 9 months.
iv. Abraham BOON, born April 16, 1773.
**I have located Abraham in Darby Twp., Delaware Co., PA in the 1810 & 1820 US censuses.
v. Isaac BOON, born February 26, 1775; died April 26, 1775, age 2 months.
vi. Jacob BOON, born March 16, 1776; died October 2, 1777, age 18 months 2 weeks.
vii. Margaret BOON, born August 3, 1778; and died July 3, 1779, age 11 months.
viii. Marcus BOON, born March 31, 1780.
**I have located Marcus in Darby Twp., Delaware Co., PA in the 1810 US census, and in Aston Twp., Delaware Co. PA on the 1820 US census.
ix. Elizabeth BOON, born April 3, 1782.
x. Martha BOON, born December 29, 1783; died January 7, 1828, age 44 years, 7 days.

Generation No. 3

Martha BOON on October 5, 1809. She was born December 29, 1783, and died January 7, 1828, age 44 years, 7 days. She married Samuel GOUCHER was born January 13, 1786, and died August 18, 1836, age 50 years and 7 mos.

Children of Samuel GOUCHER and Martha BOONE is:
i. Anna W. GOUCHER, born July 26, 1810 in Pennsylvania. She died August 2, 1849, age 39 years and 7 days.
ii. Thomas J. GOUCHER, born June 26, 1812 in Pennsylvania. He died February 7, 1853, age 40 years 7 mos. 7 days.
iii. Harriet G. GOUCHER, born October 10, 1814 in Pennsylvania. She died January 19, 1878, age 65 years.
iv. James A. GOUCHER, born January 1816; and died in 1817, age 11 months.
v. Charles Wesley GOUCHER, born August 04 or 11, 1818 in Delaware Co., Pennsylvania; died April 12, 1905, age 85 years, 1 month 2 days, in Toronto, Jefferson Co., Ohio.
vi. Maria L. GOUCHER, born December 11, 1820, in Pennsylvania, and died January 13, 1906 at 3:30 am, age 85 years, 1 month, 2 days. She is listed in Pennsylvania, Delaware Co., Sharon Hill Borough on Elmwood Avenue.
vii. Elizabeth F. GOUCHER, born November 22, 1823; and died January 17, 1824, age 13 months.

Genealogical & Personal memoirs in Chester and Delaware Counties

ElaineRussell69 — 2 Jul 2001 7:33:44 GMT

I recently acquired a copy of the Genealogical and Personal Memoirs in Chester and Delaware Counties.
This has about 500 prominent surnames of the period prior to 1904, with family histories.
I will be glad to do lookups from this upon request.
Thanks

Hewes Family

wlgarrett523 — 20 Sep 2007 1:54:08 GMT

I am trying to find information on the some of the Hewes that lived in Delaware County in the Aston Township according to the 1850 census. The family I am looking for is John Hewes b. 1792 married to Ann b. 1797. Their children listed in the census are Andrew b. 1824, Hannah, b. 1826, John b. 1832, and Elizabeth b. 1836. I also believe that Samuel b. 1819 who married Phoebe Booth is their son. I know that Andrew married a Priscilla b. 1826 and children Elizabeth b. 1858 and Sallie b. 1859. Other than the descendants of Samuel and Phoebe, I know nothing about this family's descendants. I do know that the John who married Ann was born in New Jersey and is the son of John and Hannah Page Hewes and they also had a son named Samuel who married Ann Gilipin. Does anyone know anything about this family? I have tried searching but have found very little and would appreciate any help. Thanks.

Luke Garrett

EVANS of Media, PA

Norine_Swisher — 11 Aug 2001 11:13:10 GMT

I am seeking information on Bessie (MAFFITT) EVANS and Norwood EVANS, married June 23, 1919 in Media, Delaware County, PA, according to a news article in her home town of Philipsburg, PA. In the article it says he was "one of Media's well known young residents." Would like to find dates of death and place of burial, plus obituaries if possible. Thank you for any help.

Burial place of Samuel Smith

CharlesRoyCombrink — 24 Nov 2007 5:20:54 GMT

I am looking for the burial place of Samuel Smith who died in Chester PA April 30, 1850, his wife Esther Smith who died in Chester, July 22, 1867 and his son, Samuel N. Smith who died in Chester, October 23, 1868. I believe that they were Quakers. Are there any cemetery records for Chester that might have this information.

Roy Combrink

Antique Photo

bellaincarolina — 2 Dec 2007 5:32:29 GMT

Can anyone give me any info as to who the subject in this photo is. The photo was purchsed from an estate sale in PA and appears to have been photographed in this county. I have tried unsuccessfully to pull uo info on the photographer. I would appreciate any info.

F. Edward Flounders & Edward Flounders

mhfarnett1 — 10 Aug 2006 4:51:41 GMT

My gr gr gr gr grandfather may have been F. Edward Flounders from England. He migrated to Philadelphia County PA in about 1760. He became a grazier and butcher, owning a lot of property along the Delaware River for grazing purposes.
He said he was a Quaker, but because he had neglected to bring with him a Certificate of Removal from his Meeting In England, the Philadelphia Quakers would not acknowledge him as such. He married and had children.
I know that my Gr Gr Gr grandfather was Edward Flounders, but I don't know that he was F. Edwrad's son. He was born in 1761 & died in 1818 & and took the oath of allegiance in 1777 and served in the Chester County Militia. He married Judith Unknown and they had ten children. They lived in Darby and Springfield, "suburbs" of Philadelphia. He was also a glazier. He was buried in Sandy Hill Burying Ground in Media.
Can anyone tell me where in England these two Flounders may have come from and if and how they are related? And can anyone tell me the maden name of Judith?

SARAH EVANS...JOHN MORGAN?

Liz_DuBois — 23 Jun 2001 12:18:47 GMT

I am looking for information on two EVANS families who were in the Radnor, PA area:
1. John Evans and Mary Hughes, parents of Sarah Evans who was born 1695 and married a John Morgan in 1717 in Radnor, PA.

2. John Evans and his wife Deliah, who had a daughter, Sarah, who married a John Morgan in 1686 in Wales.

Thanks for your help!
Liz

John Morgan Sr of Radnor and his children

susanaldridge2000 — 21 Nov 2007 9:31:21 GMT

John Morgan and Sarah had several children. One of them, James, died before his father. Son John Jr. died in 1731 before his father as well. John Jr married Hannah William(s) (Merion MM record) in 1723 and then he married Patience Perminter (name Patience in will). John Sr's son Samuel Morgan married Magdalen(a) Evans. John Sr.s son Mordecai probably never married. No proof that he did not though but he was still in radnor after the Rev. and applied for damages. John Sr.'s daughter Sarah married Joseph Jones, son of Thomas. Thomas had 3 different names he went by due to being Welsh and it being a period when they were deciding what their names would be in the new world. Instead of changing their names each generation. For instance a son of John would call himself Jones as a last name.

http://john-morgan-of-radnor.blogspot.com
documentation in my blogger
Susan Aldridge

Albert N & Julia C Smith

franksmith55 — 20 Nov 2007 4:51:21 GMT

Looking for information on Albert N Smith born 1871 in England married a Julia C in the late 20's. In 1930 they were living on Decatur Rd,Oakmont Village,Haverford Township.Any information or suggestions greatly appreciated.

Frank Smith

McCoy of Chester, PA

BKDR55 — 19 Sep 2007 7:18:51 GMT

Interested in info about the family of Charles S. McCoy (b. May 1856 d. after 1920 before 1930) & Anna Catherine Hinck McCoy(b. Dec 1854 died after 1930). Their children were Charles (b. Oct 1889) Harry (b. Oct 1890), LeRoy (b. Jan 1893) & Howard Johnson McCoy (b Jan 1896). The 3rd Generation included Erma (b. abt. 1921) Charles Blair (b. abt. 1914), Robert (b. abt 1921), Jean (b. abt. 1930) Doris (b. abt 1925) and Howard Johnson McCoy (b. Oct 12, 1922, died July 1, 1998. They were living in Chester, Pa until the latest 1930 census. Especially interested in Anna Catherine (Kate).

John & Esther Raymond Kelly & children

BarbaraSelletti54 — 14 Oct 2007 8:43:30 GMT

Hello,
I'm doing research on my Raymond family. Esther Raymond (b: 27 Jan 1792 in NJ; d: 21 May 1881 in Chester, Delaware Co., PA.) m. John Kelly/Kelley (b: abt 1790 in PA?; d: bef. 1850).
They had the following children:
1) William (b: 1825 in PA)
2) Mary (b: 1827 in PA)
3) Beulah (b: 1830 in PA)
4) P. Price (b: 1835 in PA)
5) Esther (b: 1838)
I have John & family on the 1840 Delaware Co., PA (Chester).
1850 Borough of Chester, Delco, PA; John is not listed with his wife and children.
1860 Esther is living with her sons; no husband. Since John hasn't been seen with his family btw. 1850-1860, I'm assuming he died sometime between 1840-1850.
Does anyone recognize any of these people? I have lots of info on the Raymonds and would like to try to fill in the spaces for the Kellys. Any assistance would be appreciated.

Free Delaware County Resource

chatterchit2 — 7 Nov 2007 3:42:23 GMT

The digitized copy of this book is available free, online:

History of Delaware County, Pennsylvania

Originally published in 1862, it's fully searchable and indexed.

Go to http://books.google.com
Select/click "Full view books" and
Type in: history delaware county

(Note: If you don't click "full view", you’ll include books that show you just "snippets" of the text, not the whole text– which isn’t as useful!)

Click highlighted results to see full book.

The entire book can also be saved as your own pdf file!

OBIT LOOK-UP for John F. McManiman

DAGalley — 13 Oct 2007 11:24:25 GMT

Could someone please do a look-up for an Obituary
for John McManiman? He died Oct 26, 1996 in or near Brookhaven, PA and his buried at Mt Hope Cem. in Aston, PA

Family of Fred & Georgia Wood

allwell_1 — 19 Oct 2007 2:18:01 GMT

For my family history research, I am looking for information on the family of Fred & Georgia Long Wood of Delaware Co., PA. Georgia was born about 1912 in Pulaski Co., VA

Look Up Needed for Marcus Hook ... Feb 1970

ancestralfamilytrees — 13 Oct 2007 4:59:40 GMT

I am hoping that someone will be able to discover for me, the day in Feb 1970 when Thomas FLEMING died so that I can eventually get his obituary.
* *
Thomas FLEMING was born Jan 4 1884 in Glasgow, Scotland, the s/o Archibald FLEMING & Mary KERR.

Philadelphia Passenger Lists, 1800-1945

Name: Thomas Fleming
Arrival Date: 1 Aug 1910
Age: 28 Years
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1882
Ethnic Background: Scotch (Scotish)
Relative or Friend's Name: Walter FLEMING, 530 Rutherglen St or Rd, Glasgow, Scotland.

Port of Departure: Liverpool, England
Ship Name: Merion
Port of Arrival: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Friend's Name: Fleming
Last Residence: Scotland
BIRTHPLACE: Glasgow, Scotland
Microfilm Roll Number: T840_82
* *
Canadian Soldiers of World War I, 1914-1918

Name: Thomas Fleming
Residence: Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Birth Date: 6 Jan 1884
Birth Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Relative: Archibald Fleming
Relationship: Brother
Regiment Number: 3034861
* *
U.S. World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942

Name: Thomas Fleming
Birth Date: 4 Jan 1884
Residence: Delaware, Pennsylvania
Birth: Glasgow, Scotland
Roll: WW2_2240182
Mrs Sarah FLEMING
1621 Hewes Avenue, Linwood, Delaware, Pennsylvania
Employed by: State Highway Department
* *
Social Security Death Index

Name: Thomas Fleming
SSN: 159-18-0800
Last Residence: 19061 Marcus Hook, Delaware, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Born: 4 Jan 1884
Died: Feb 1970
State (Year) SSN issued: Pennsylvania (Before 1951)

Many thanks!!

Susan McCrystal

Florence_Farrell — 14 Oct 2007 3:04:22 GMT

On the 1880 census Haverford, Delaware, PA, I find Susan McCrystal born 1867. Parents Patrick and Hannah McCrystal. Does anyone have this fammily in their line? I'm trying to find Susan McCrystal who married Hugh Farrell around 1892. Thank you. Florence

Sharon Hill 1907 obit

Victoria Welch — 6 Nov 2006 7:48:27 GMT

Looking for an obit from 1907 for Michael Donohue. He died February 22nd. He lived at 102 S. Sharon Ave. in Sharon Hill. He was pre-deceased by his wife Rosanna Sullivan. I hope someone can help...........thanks.

Cemetery in Delaware County

ElaineRussell29 — 2 Oct 2007 5:25:57 GMT

Can anyone tell me if there is a Mt. Hope Cemetery in Delaware County? It may be Presbyterian. I am trying to
locate someone buried there.
Any help or Direction will be greatly appreciated
Elaine at: maggi_1@netzero.net

Peter Burris, John Cameron

nicenonya2 — 5 Oct 2007 3:35:05 GMT

BURRIS, Peter 24 Jul 1876 75-7-14=brother to my Mary Ann Cameron

CAMERON, John Jr. s/o Peter ??JR and son of Peter? 6 Oct 1841 6-6--

http://www.rootsweb.com/~pajuniat/esalemju.htm
East Salem Pres./Unit. Brethren Cem. Juniata Co. Pa.

I may have the wrong county,but what the heck!?

Mt. Hope Cemetery - Aston, PA

MChiles — 3 Oct 2007 4:40:23 GMT

Mount Hope Cemetery
(610) 459-5619 | 884 Concord Rd Aston, PA 19014

I live very close to the cemetery. Let me know if you need any help. (mchiles123@comcast.net)

Best regards,

Myra

Sharon Hill 1907 Obit Sources

gpiper1 — 30 Oct 2006 10:51:21 GMT

Looking for a source for a Nov 1907 Obit from Sharon Hill. Philadelphia Inquirer lists only the death notice for Joseph H Bitler, b. Abt 1868, d. 10 Nov 1907, resided at 15 Sharon Ave, Sharon Hill, PA. Were there any local papers that would have carried his obituary in full ?

OLD PHOTOS NEEDED- Sharon Hill Historical Society

KathyShark8104 — 2 Oct 2007 3:49:41 GMT

THe Sharon Hill Historical Society needs your old photos for a Pictural History Book that they are going to publish.

Photos needed are: Years 1870-2000 of

Old Well-Known Residents, old homes, old mansions, of the early days. Older scenes of streets, parks or recretional areas, old churches, school and older church and school activities, group pictures at specific events, interesting sites or places where residents congragated, old transportation views and anything showing landscape or older vehicles or equipment. Places or buildings that aren't there anymore. Pictures of what Sharon Hill looked like in 1870's 80's 90's 1900's 10's 20's 30's and so on.
Pictures of ancestors who lived there in early times, etc.

You can mail your photos or copies to a Society Member at:

Mrs. Jean Shiber
934 Coates Street
Sharon Hill, Pa. 19079

and you can call the 2 Members, if you have any questions at

Jean Shiber - 610-583-9246 or
Kathy Clarke - 610-459-8944

or you can email your pictures to:
RPCLARKE49@aol.com

Just make sure you identify the photo the best you can with names, time/date, location or event of the photo.
In Sharon Hill, Pa.

This will be a great Keepsake for those who had ancestors who lived there before Sharon Hill was incorporated and after, through the years. Remember, Half of Sharon Hill was part of Darby before 1892. The other half of Sharon Hill was part of Darby Township before 1892.
The cut off street for Darby was Clifton Avenue, before 1892. Pass Clifton Avenue used to be Darby Township in earlier days.

Broomall/Broomhall

MaggieJones24 — 2 Oct 2007 3:10:28 GMT

I am hoping someone may have information to prove Nathan T. Broomall is the son of Jacob Broomall. I am looking for a court record or deed that might prove that connection. I know that many family histories state it as fact but I can not find a primary or secondary source to prove it. Your help is greatly appreciated.

First Baptist Cemetery of Newtown Square Family Names

victoriawelch58 — 1 Aug 2007 1:13:08 GMT

I was in the cemetery today copying names and dates from tombstones. I have several Piersols and a Thomas, Patterson, Lindsay, Luckens, Lockwood, Rowland, Haley, Wheatman, Stroh, Hosmer, Highgate, Malin, Smedley, Gordon, Worrell, Watson, Leamy, Yarnell, Miller, Roney, Beatty, Myers, Alexander, Gravelle, Smith, Horne, Beatty, and Russell. Hope I can be of help to someone. I tried to copy the oldest ones first. Many of the tombstones are sandstone and unreadable. I eventually will have all the names and get them posted on "Find A Grave".

1900 AND 1910 CENSUS LOOK UP

CHARLESFLEMING81 — 2 Apr 2005 9:54:43 GMT

LOOKING FOR HARRY W. HAMILTON FAMILY IN DELAWARE CO., PA; MOST LIKELY IN CHESTER, PA; POSSIBLY ON MADISON ST NEAR OLD B & O RAILROAD STATION. HE WAS BORN ON JAN 7, 1877 AND IS THE SON OF SAMUEL HAMILTON.
THANK YOU, CHARLES

INFORMATION ON HARRY W. HAMILTON (1877 - 1948)

CHARLES FLEMING — 17 Nov 2005 12:38:17 GMT

HARRY W. (SON OF SAMUEL 1854 - 1916) WAS IN FATHER'S FAMILY IN1880 CENSUS, CHESTER, CO., PA. IN 1900 CENSUS HE WAS NOT WITH THAT FAMILY IN UPLAND, PA. COULD HE BE IN 1900 CENSUS, CAMDEN, NJ. SAMUEL WAS IN VINELAND, NJ IN THE 1910 CENSUS. SAMUEL BUILT HOUSES IN VINLAND AREA.
HARRY'S LAST HOME WAS ON MADISON ST., CHESTER, PA WHEN HE DIED.
THANK YOU FOR ANY INFO , CHUCK

Judge Villiver of Delaware County

gpiper1 — 8 Sep 2007 7:00:34 GMT

In the Chester Times, Chester, PA, November 6, 1933, the following obituary was found:

A. J. Bitler, brother-in-law to Judge Villiver, died at his home in Danville, Pa., Saturday at 2 p.m. Mr. Bitler will be remembered by many Delaware county people, as he and the judge conducted a lumber operation for 18 years, employing a number of men. Funeral services will be held at his late home tomorrow afternoon. Burial will be in Odd Fellows' Cemetery, Danville

Alfred J Bitler's wife was Henrietta M, but I can find no record of a Judge Villiver in the U.S. Federal census records to piece this family together. Does anyone have any information on a Judge Villiver in Delaware County ?

-Glenn

John Blemings and Ida Elizabeth Martin

jbleming — 4 Sep 2007 8:32:14 GMT

I am looking for any information on the family of John Blemings b. 1876 in Ireland and Ida Elizabeth Martin b. 1880 in Pennsylvania. They had 6 children but need Edna May b. 1880, Sara J b. 1901, Earl V. b. 1910 and Thomas R. Blemings b. 1914 the most.

Stewart (African American)

thetreeofme — 26 Aug 2007 2:29:33 GMT

I am looking for any information on my great grandmother, Josephine Leonard. She married William Lorenzo Stewart on September 21, 1904. Josephine was born June 6, 1887 in Philadelphia, PA (according to her marriage license)

I just found information that tells me that Josephine buried a son, Aloysius Stewart in Holy Cross Cemetery. He was only 6 months old and born and buried in 1913. I am not sure if she lived in the area, however, it would seem a bit odd to bury her son in Delaware County if she didn't live there as well or have family from there.

Any information would be appreciated.

Riddle

jkrcvt — 27 Aug 2007 1:57:10 GMT

Looking for information on the Riddle family. My husband's great-great grandmother was Sarah Riddle Gentry. Her brother was Samuel Doyle Riddle, born in Glen Riddle, PA (he owned Glen Riddle farm in Berlin, Maryland - Man O'War and War Admiral were his).

Obit lookup - Alexander Allan 1966

SusanWagner99 — 31 Aug 2007 6:55:16 GMT

Can anyone find an obit for me for:
Alexander Allan died February 1966 at age of 75. Last residence is Wayne, Delaware County, PA.
His wife's name was Lillian and they had 2 children. Any information on this family would be appreciated.
Thanks so much.
sue.wagner@earthlink.net

Martin Alderman

ata980 — 29 Aug 2007 11:52:30 GMT

I am looking for the descendants of Martin Alderman (1892-1972). He was born in Sharon, lived for a time in Brookfield, OH, and then in Darby.

MAGHRAN family -- Drexel Hill

wsullivw — 27 Aug 2007 1:06:39 GMT

MAGHRAN from MA to Scranton, Carbondale, PA; NJ
Looking for information/connections Edward MAGHRAN b 1840 Massachuetts m Catherine O'MALLEY b 1847 Ireland. They were blessed with the following children Estella 1875 and Hannah 1877 both born in Scranton, PA; Mary 1878, Loretta 1882, Walter 1882 and Irving 1889 they were born in Jersey City,NJ. Surnames connected with the MAGHRAN line include POWERS, COTTER, LENTHAN. Surnames connected with the O'MALLEY line include GORMAN, KIRKWOOD, ATHERTON. Locations include Scranton, Carbondale, PA; Jersey City, NJ; Massachuetts, New York. Plese contact Walton J. SULLIVAN at wsullivw@aol.com
Jane MAGHRAN m Robert STUHLMILLER Buffalo, NY they died in Melbourne, Florida
Irving MAGHRAN m Bessie DWYER in 1932 they were living in Margate NJ.
MAGHRAN family lived in Drexel Hill area of Philadelphia for a while

Seeking more info on Gladys Ceora Tipton

kittymarie1 — 26 Aug 2007 8:55:45 GMT

This is what I got...

Gladys Ceora Tipton

B. 27 Mar 1909
M. Charles Emerson Keen - bef 1933??
D. 23 Nov 1990 - Chester, Delaware, Pennsylvania
Father. Leonard Jay Tipton
Mother. Blanche Jessie Gorman
Children. Melvin Ronald Keen

I am hoping to get details on marriage and birthplace of Gladys. Also, any added info on burial or even an obituary would be great. If someone could help me out with that I would owe you one.

Clements

victoriawelch58 — 12 Jun 2007 4:25:12 GMT

Do you have access to the 1930 census? I see them there with 16 people in the house, or at least at the same property. I would be glad to send it to you. James is a gardener at the Ellis School, right across the street from where we live.

Jackson Ebenezer Woodruff born in Delaware County

scheherazadelove — 29 Jul 2007 8:26:53 GMT

Please help me. I am the great-great grandaughter of Jackson (AKA Ebenezer) Woodruff. Jackson was born between 1832 and 1840 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. After his birth in Delaware County he moved to Chester County.

I do know that he married a Miss Lumanda "Amanda" Ayers on April 1st, 1866. At this time they were both living in Honeybrook Township, Chester County, PA. They were married by Reverend Daniel Myers.

Lumanda was born in July 1845. I am not sure of her parents but I suspect that they are John and Mary Ayres. If anyone knows for sure, I would greatly appreciate this information as well. Lumanda died 26 Jan 1913 and is buried at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Honeybrook, Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Jackson died on April 13, 1904. He is buried in St. Mark's Episcopal Cemetery in Chester County, PA.

He had three sons - Edward Woodruff, John Woodruff, and Levi Hart Woodruff (AKA Horace Woodruff). Edward and John ultimately moved to Michigan. Horace stayed in Pennsylvania and married several times.

I am descended from Horace. Jackson is my "brick wall" ancestor. Any help or tips would be greatly appeciated!

Tracey Woodruff-Brown

Horne - Surplus - Sweeney - Kennedy of Delaware County, PA

ehorne150 — 24 Jul 2007 2:32:39 GMT

Looking for any information on the Horne, Sweeney, Surplus and Sweeney families of Delaware County, PA. The Surplus line came from Sullivan County, PA and later settled in Delaware County, PA. Surnames include: Horne & McCall, Surplus & Johnson, Sweeney & Cheffins, Kennedy & Taylor. If you have any information on this line, please email me at: HortiSB@gmail.com

Thanks!

Eric Horne

family history search

CHARLES T.HORNE — 4 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

all the above names are married into the horne family from
abt 1712 sussex england,edward horne the rest are all married in and around delawere county penn. thanks for any help you can give me

c.t.horne

MELVILLE FAMILY OF DELAWARE CO., PA

janicevanblarcom — 4 Sep 2003 1:03:20 GMT

SEARCHING FOR DECENDANTS OF MELVILLES IN DELAWARE COUNTY. Charles King Melville and wife Josephine Bamberger Smith Melville settled in Chester, Pa. They had Edgar Dean, Howard J, Rachel Ellen, Earl Lilly---all who had children. Charles Jefferson and Harry Frank died young---they are buried at Chester Rural Cemetery as are many of the Melville family. They had another son, John Alfred who married but I do not think he had children. I have names and some dates of Josephine and Charles' grandchildren. So, if any names ring a bell, please contact me at: vze2qtcv@verizon.net with the info. Sincerely, Janice

1505 Penn Ave, MOORE, PA

DCunningham4 — 13 Jun 2003 11:49:18 GMT

Can anyone tell me where 1505 Penn Ave in Moore, PA is/was in Delaware County. I have found an old bible belonging to my mother and the above is the address she had written in, probably between 1920-1930. I knew she lived in Delaware County as a girl. Could the street name have changed, or the town name? Is the house still there? I greatly appreciate any help. I could not find on the Delaware County map that I have. Thank you so much. Donna OH

Gravelle family in Delaware County (Gravell, Gravel)

famssearch — 28 Oct 2003 7:44:28 GMT

My name is June Gravelle Eddins. My father was Harry C. Gravelle; his father was William Howard Gravelle OF PA., who enlisted in the US Army in 1864 and was sent west to New Mexico. Am interested in 1860 census family showing a William Gravelle, age 11, (later census indicates his birth year as 1849, while another says 1848). Father is shown as Andrew Gravell, 35; Mother, Elisabeth Gravell, age 30; and other children, Mary Emma Gravell,age 9; Franklin F. Gravelle, Age 4; and Mary L. Gravell, 8 mo. Can anyone help with further information regarding this Gravelle family? 1870 census shows the family with no William. My William joined army at an early age,15 or 16, so would have been in the Army by then. Was told by family member that our Gravelles came from Delaware Co. I met a female cousin of my father in the early 70's in Pa., so know some of family could still be in the area. Please help, if you can.

Lorraine (Meckler) Selby 1907- 1971- Arthur Shelby 1889 (?) - ????

BarbaraMatthews13 — 14 Jul 2007 1:46:20 GMT

I'm looking for any information on Lorraine (Meckler) Selby and her husband Arthur Selby Jr.

Lorraine was born 30 JUN, 1907 in Cincinnato, Ohio, and died Sept 1971 in Lansdowne, PA. Her parents were Alfred Joseph Meckler and Matilda (Janser) Meckler who are buried in Cincinnati, and her husband Arthur was born in Nottinghamshire, England. He was 18 years older the Lorraine.

She was my mother's Aunt, but they didn't see to much of her growing up and lost track of her.

I would really love to have a copy of her obit if one can be found... or what we would REALLY like to know is where she and her husband might be buried. She's the only one of my mom's family we can't find....

Thank you if anyone can help...

Barb

John Cole, Glenolden

RPokorny — 14 Jul 2007 1:45:10 GMT

Hi,

I am hoping to find someone who could look for an obit for John Cole. The Social Security Death Index lists his Last Benefit: 19036 Glenolden, Delaware, Pennsylvania. He was born April 22, 1919, and died May 1980. I'm not sure if this is the right John I am looking for, but it might be him. There was a John Cole, same age, living in Glenolden during the 1920 census, then Folcroft in the 1930 census. His parents were Charles E. Cole and Gertrude Adame. His brothers were Charles E. Cole Jr, and Gordon A. Cole, and 1 sister, Hazel R. Cole (if married--name unknown)

Otherwise, can anyone tell me how to obtain an obituary from a newspaper in the area?

Thank you,
Ruth Pokorny
Wisconsin

Delaware Co Car Accident 1970

Barbara Richardson — 3 Aug 2004 9:26:30 GMT

My mom was killed in a car accident in May 20th 1970.
Can someone do a lookup for me?
Her name was Veronica Gabe (Hatley), Hatley at time of death. The accident was on Naamans Rd.
Thanks
Barbara (Debbie) Richardson
uplandpakid@yahoo.com

Burial for a Charles Axcel Youngdale and a Meda/Meta Youngdale

kimberlyrice87 — 2 Jul 2007 6:05:35 GMT

I am looking for any burial infomation or site that Charles Axcel Youngdale and Meda/Meta Youngdale.
Meda b. 1881/2 died somwhere between 9/1918-1/1920.
Charles b. 4/1876 in Sweden died sometime after 1920?
They were living in Phil,Phil county till her death.
The 3 youngest children went to a orphange before the 1930 census but after 1920. The orphange was in Deleware County.
I have searched all the cemetaries online for phil county and found nothing.
please help.
Kimberly Rice

Anker Myhre in Delaware

bertaaas — 14 Feb 2007 4:07:13 GMT

Hello!
I am seeking information regarding to
Anker Myhre.
He was born in Norway by parents Hans Oscar Myhre and mother Klara (unsure).
In 1910 census he lives in NY with his father Hans Myhre and stepmother Anna Gulette.

He is born abt. 1901.

In the 1920 Census, the family is registred in Delaware:
Hans Oscar Myhre, age 46 , born in Sweden, imm. 1909
At the time of the census he is listed as a "Forman at the shipyard"
His wife is:
Anna Myhre, age 47, born in Norway, imm. 1909
and son
Anker Myhre age 19, born Norway, imm. 1909,
working as a clerk at Che?? (have not the full name) Goods.
They are supposed to live in an apartment on East 12th Street.

The father of Anker, Hans, moves back to Norway.

The last known adress for Anker is:
515 L. B. Chester P.A. , U.S.A
this is in 1927.

Can anyone help me find Anker after this?

Berta

Frank Lyle 1900 Census

meskeezicks — 23 Oct 2006 8:04:48 GMT

I have finally gotten a lead in my Lyle brick wall. I found the family was in Deleware County, Chester Twp PA on the 1900 census. Before that all I had was Illinois census records that said Frank Lyle was born in PA. He was in Marshall County Illinois in 1880, got married in 1882 in Marshall County and started his family. By 1910 he and his family were living in Peoria Illinois. So who would have thought to check PA in 1900??!!

At any rate I am thinking that he may have returned to Chester Twp Deleware County PA in 1900 and possibly that was where he was from and his family was.

Can anyone check census records for 1860 and 1870 for me for this county? He was born in 1859 as he was 65 when he died in 1924.

Or can someone direct me where to get a look up for a possible birth for him in case he was born in Deleware county?

thank you for any help in advance!

railroads

snapier6 — 30 Sep 2002 10:57:39 GMT

If you were an emergency worker on a railroad and lived in Delaware county which railroad or union would you belong to and how would I go about obtaining records? Thanks, Sheryl