Molly --Wow! I haven't checked this in a bit. Thomas is the name of one of my gradmother's brothers. She was Julia Gladys Clebsch nee Wilee. She married Alfred Clebsch and they had 3 sons. I, Julia Clebsch, am the daughter of the youngest, Edward. My father claims to have a copy of William Emmitt/Emmett Wilee's obituary, but hasn't found it. I made a trip to Blooming Grove last summer, but found more questions than answers. I would be happy to share with you anything I have!
My Uncle Alfred (eldest) was in touch with someone from either Cooper or Wilee side who had done some family tree work, but my uncle is deceased and I can't track down who it was.
I very much look forward to hearing from you. - Julia (via Melissa Axtman