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Re: Clossers in Amwell township, PA

uppdr — 2013-10-15 03:12:04Z

My 4th Great Grandfather (Nicholas Glosser) had the Closser name when he first moved to Washington TWP. in Muskingum County, Ohio. He moved there from Butler County, Ohio. It is strange on the Spelling of the name. I assume with the German Accent many people wrote it down wrong. Nicholas was the Twin to Polly. Nicholas is buried only about 20 minutes from where I live today. I would love to find out more information about him and his family. I have read that much of the family went on into Indiana, some stayed in Ohio and some in Pennsylvania. I am really looking for more information about his father who was also named Nicholas and on to his father, etc... If anyone has any more information on this, I would greatly appreciate you sharing it with me.

uppdr@yahoo.com

Thanks,
Eric Glosser

Max E Closser obit

meadows_lisa — 2013-07-07 01:45:14Z

My name is Lisa Meadows and Max was my father. I lost my copy of his obit when I moved and cannot find another anywhere.I know this is a long shot but would anyone on here happen to have a copy of Max Closser's obituary? He died on 21 April 1989 in Moberly Mo. And yes, I have searched online but I have found nothing (so far). Please help if you can. Thank you.

John and Elizna (Croan) Closser - Indiana

CharlotteJONES9962 — 2013-01-30 15:13:27Z

Trying to find information about these Clossers. Elzina was the daughter of John S. Croan and his second wife, Sarah (Ridgeway) Croan.

This family lived in Madison County, Indiana.

I would love to know who their children were, etc.

Any information would be most appreciated.

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

moonswings — 2012-08-15 21:11:14Z

Hi Diane -
We've corresponded in the past because of our mutual ancestors (Heaveners and Willsons), and I'm wondering if you could fill in a few blanks for me (and I, of course, am willing to share any info I have that you might be interested in)?

I have that your father (George Warren Closser was my husband's second cousin once removed) was born on 10 Mar 1915, but I don't have the city - could you share that with me?

I also have that he died in November of 1981 in Royal Oak, but I don't have the exact day, and I don't have the name of the cemetery he was buried in.

Also, I have that your grandmother Eleanor Heavener (my husband's first cousin twice removed) was born in May 1892 in Royal Oak, but again, I don't have the exact day, and I also don't have any of her death or burial info.

And do you have any death and burial information on your great grandmother Mary Willson (who married Warren Heavener)? Mary was my husband's great grand-aunt.

I look forward to your response, and would love to help you with anything I can.

Sincerely,
Katherine Willson

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

classiere1 — 2011-08-22 02:00:38Z

hey.... i think that there is some family relationship..... you can email me at classiere1@yahoo.com.... i said that because you mentioned my grandfather's name, and one of his sisters that i know i talked to as a young child.

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

deniseNfrench — 2011-07-01 16:05:24Z

hi my name is denise
i dont know if you can help me but i will try

I am looking for Closser too on my Grandmas side
she is still alive but cant really help me because she does not remember anything

My Grandmas Name is
Rose Marie Closser born 19628 in Missouri
got married to George C Watkins

Her Parents are
Thomas L Closser born 1908 died 1970
Olga M Closser born 1907 died 1987

it would be awsom if you could help me
thanks
take care
denise

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

k9djs — 2011-04-15 20:59:12Z

Hello.

My step father is a Closser and my brother (a full Closser) and I have been researching the lineage for over 20 years. We have a fair amount begining in New York and thru Michigan to Missouri. We have also been in contact with Warren Closser who is a relative and very knowledgable on the Missouri and
Closser. The Closser fathers are like this George Warren Closser our dad, Chester Quick Closser our Grandfather, George Washington Closser and then Sally and John Closser where we connect to Warren Closser. Feel free to contact me. Diane@halsplace.com

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

jessica_closser — 2011-04-05 19:51:58Z

My name is Jason Closser,My father was john Closser who was murdered in 1979,his mothers name was Betty Closser,father James earl closser and Grandmother eithel Closser.Looking for any info on my family.Thanks Jason

Re: Closser's in Missouri

mine101864 — 2010-06-21 11:43:11Z

i m looking for closser relatives from missouri.my fathers name was robert cecil closser he had a brother roy and a sister ethel they lived in the macks creek missouri area and later moved to st.louis area,i never knew my father or his family would like any information thanks

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

mine101864 — 2010-06-21 11:17:51Z

shirley hi my name is cecil wayne closser i m the son of robert cecil closser whos brother was roy or leroy and his sister was ethol.i never knew my fathers side of the family.my mother told me very little befor she died.what i do know is the clossers came from the tunnis macks creek missouri area.roy lived in the st.louis area and had several children maybe some of them could help you

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

Clynn1434 — 2010-06-21 01:33:39Z

I am looking for some history on the Closser family, i know my grandfather was Robert Closser and he was from Missouri and his brother was named or called Roy, but that is all i know i never got to meet him. My email address is clynn1434@yahoo.com. If you have any information i would GREATLY appreciate it.

Re: Nicholas Closser

JOHNBOEHME1 — 2010-01-03 14:14:37Z

Sorry, what I have is that they originated in Germany, touched Virginia and Indiana, and settled in Ohio. I don't know of a connection to New York or the Borgardus line.

Sorry again.

John L Boehme.

Re: Nicholas Closser

LLorge1931 — 2009-12-31 19:51:45Z

I'm wondering if you have any connections to the Closser Line of New York State, who are related to the Bogardus line?

Re: Nicholas Closser

JOHNBOEHME1 — 2009-12-30 21:41:20Z

DON'T KNOW IF YOU ARE STILL ACTIVE.
NICHOLAS GLOSSER WAS MY GGGGRANDFATHER
NICHOLAS GLOSSER 1787/1840 SON
HARRISON GLOSSER 1824-1885 SON
HENRY LLEWELLYN GLOSSER 1856-1939 DAUGHTER
ANNA ELMIRA GLOSSER 1893-1939 WAS MY GRANDMAOTHER

DROP ME A LINE IF YOU WISH TO TRADE INFO

Names, dates from 1815 Closser Bible, Washington Co., Pa.

DMcCMackey — 2008-07-21 13:56:46Z

Transcribed from 1815 leatherbound Bible, bought at auction in Washington, Pa. by David McC. Mackey, who gave it to Jackie Bullock, Torrance, Calif. (my apologies for run-on format of entries)

MARRIAGES
January 25th 1810 then was married to Rebeke (?) [illegible] John Closser
October the 7th 1841. Then was married Daniel Closser to Mary Anne McGarry [or McGary]

BIRTHS James Closser was born 25 day of April 1811
Mary Ann MGary [illegible]
Mary Anne Closser was born August the 25, 1815 Daniel Closser was born April 6th 1813
Rebeca Jane Closser was born June 30th 1842
Andrew Jackson Closser Was born December 17th 1814
Sarah Jane Closser was born July 13, 1844
[illegible]y Closser was born February the 2[illegible]th 1818
Francis M. Closser was [word “born” omitted] September 27th 1846
Athalie Closser was born August 7th 1822 [illegible]
Margart [sic] Closser was born March [illegible]th 185[illegible]
John Closser was born 2 Day of January 1784 [date is written over in clearer hand]
Rebeckah Closser was born the 18th Day of May 1790

DEATHS
John Closser died in the year of our Lord September 18th 1827
Rebecca Closser Departed this life October 6th 1838
Mary Margaret Closser died December 14 [?] 1853
Francis Marion Closser Departed this life October 24th 1857
Infant daughter of David and Mary Ann Closser died Jan. [illegible] 1862 [year written in different handwriting]
David Closser departed this life June [?] 18, 1833 [or 1883]
A[illegible] Vankirk died February 25, 1882
James Closser died January 22nd 1878
Mary Ann Closser died Nov. 13th 1887 Andrew Jackson Closser departed this life on March 29th 1900
George Vankirk died June 14, 1909 Aged 91 years
Mrs. A.J. Closser Departed this life March 5, 1904
Annie Closser Chambers Departed this life May 16, 1912 Aged 94
Rebecca Jane Closser Day died Mar. 15, 1927

[printed, newspaper clipping obituary found in Bible]
Mrs. Sarah Ann Johnson
Mrs. Sarah Ann Johnson, of 424 Wilson avenue, [Washington, Pa.] died early yesterday [clipping is undated, but before 1927 when her sister Mrs. Day died] after a prolonged illness of almost a year. Mrs. Johnson was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Closser, of Amwell township, and was born there July 13, 1844. She was married to Matthew Johnson in 1867, and they resided in South Franklin township till his death six years ago, when the family came to Washington. Mrs. Johnson was an active member of the Second Presbyterian church. Six children and one sister, besides 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, survive: Mrs. Charles Dixon, of near Pleasant Grove; Mrs. George Bedillion, of South Franklin township; Closser Johnson, of South Franklin township; Marion C. Johnson, of Amwell township; Miss Jennie and Miss Lena Johnson, at home, and the sister, Mrs. Rebecca J. Day, of 504 Jefferson avenue. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 3:30 and interment will be in the Washington cemetery.

Re: NY Clossers

LLorge1931 — 2008-02-07 03:04:18Z

Hi Ms k9js,
My link is myself, Leonard Lorge 1931; Esther L. Closser b. Wisconsin 1895; Albert Closser b. New York 1852, John Closser b. New York 1818; George Closser b. New York 1790; John Closser b. abt 1762 prob Pennsylvania. Up through John 1818 it is verified. Before him it is probable.
If this is of interest to you please contact me at my email address: llorge@charter.net
Leonard

Re: Mary Closser Cohee (Indiana and Ohio)

2006-05-23 20:59:32Z

I believe your Herman Cohee was the son of Mary Caroline "Mollie" Cohee (1872- 1957). She married Theopolis Brown in 1892 and already had a 2 year child. She also married Christopher Askin, Francis Pierson, and Vernon Fadler.

Please contact me for more details. I think I can help with your Cohee lineage.

Re: Clossers in Amwell township, PA

2005-08-15 11:51:32Z

Hi Debbie,
I've studied the Clossers in PA and have met some of their desc who now live in Indiana. I'm fascinated by two things. The Census Bureau states that the surname Closser only occurs one in every 9 million persons, so it isn't a common name, even though it may be in a certain area.
Second, there were and are Clossers in NY, whom I'm related to. Christopher Closser served throughout the entire Rev War, so they had to be there prior to 1776. I realize that State boundries were not adhered to back then a today, and PA and NY are touching. But I'm very interested in whether all the Closser lines came via PA or if there was more than one line. Would you have any information on any NY Closser lines?
Thanks.
Leonard

Re: Mary Closser Cohee (Indiana and Ohio)

2003-08-05 01:29:42Z

my grandfather was a herman cohee in 1890--his mothers name was mary and born in indiana.got more information if ya like just email me..tryin to find my ancestry line also...but this waoman staye in preble county - had four children-se married four times and is nowburied in preble county..

Horace and Leah Closser in Wisconsin & South Dakota

2003-04-01 03:53:47Z

Horace Adelbert Closser b. 1856 Allegany Co, NY moved with his parents to Wisconsin. Married in Wisconsin abt 1880 Flora Ballard. Appeared in 1900 U.S. Census as living in Eau Claire County, Town of Fairchild. Leah Mae Closser b. 1889 in same Town. Leah's birth was recorded on 14 Jul 1942 from her baptismal record with First Congregational Church, Rapid City, South Dakota. Looking for help in locating family members and their descendants.

Closser in IN - Enoch Morris

Judy0044 — 2006-08-23 01:29:47Z

Looking for confirmation Andrew J. Morris b. 7 Oct 1827 is s/o Enoch Morris and Nancy Closser. This Andrew would be m. Louisa Daniels 21 Aug 1862 ,Morgan, OH with children Ida, Edward, Catherine, and Flora B. As posted elsewhere, this family included twin sets to include about 12 children.

Clossers in Amwell township, PA

deblcab — 2004-11-13 18:59:11Z

I'm looking for any information on the Clossers that resided in Amwell Township PA from about the late 1700 to the late 1800. I found the articles on the beers-project.

Thank you,
Debbie Closser

William Skiff obit

bingo54 — 2006-09-24 22:20:03Z

Death of William Skiff Saturday in Rochester
1934

The funeral of William M. SKIFF, for many years a well known business man of Hume before he took up his residence in California several years ago, was held Tuesday afternoon in the Hume M.E. Church, Rev. C.L. CARPENTER of Short Tract officiating. His death occurred Saturday in Rochester after an illness of more than a year, at the age of 68.

Burial was made at the Alger Cemetery under the auspices of Oriona Lodge, No. 229, F & AM.

Besides his wife, Mr. SKIFF is survived by a daughter Mrs. Mir-- DUNLAP, of Campbell, Calif., three sisters, Mrs. L.R. SLUSSER, Mrs. Frank CLOSSER of Bliss, and Mrs. Arthur ADAMS of Ithaca. Mr. SKIFF who was a descendant of one of the pioneer settlers in the town, mentioned in all early histories of the county, was for years a successful undertaker and furniture dealer in Hume. The Observer hopes to publish a more complete obituary next week.

[Northern Allegany Observer obituary, transcribed by Louise Y. Mills, 2003, from Cora Lahr's scrapbooks, Fillmore, NY]

Re: Mary Closser Cohee (Indiana and Ohio)

@@pattycake482000@yahoo.com — 2006-07-21 00:18:50Z

thnaks for info cuz herman was my grandfather and like to know more information to get my roots for my family tree/...thanks again sorry for delay

Re: Horace and Leah Closser in Wisconsin & South Dakota

WendyRTurner — 2007-01-07 10:01:01Z

Leah Closser was my maternal grandmother. She was married to Clarence "Dutch" Willard who was a metallurgical engineer. They lived in Denver and had 5 children, Kathryn, Betty Mae, Janet (born 10/29/1920), Clarence (George) and June. Kathryn and Janet are still alive. Kathryn lives in Loveland, CO and Janet lives in Little Rock, AR. Janet is my mother. Kathryn married Bill Propp and had 2 sons. They divorced, the best I can recall, in the late 1960's. Betty Mae married Bill Lewis and had a son and daughter. Betty Mae died several years ago in the Denver area. Janet, my mother, married Damon Royce in May, 1942 in Denver. She had 3 children, Shirley, David and Wendy(me). George and June never married. George died in New York City early 1990's and June died in San Francisco about the same time. Leah died in Denver when I was 5, which would have been about 1963. Dutch died prior to my birth in 1958.

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

smacormic1 — 2008-01-16 13:58:08Z

for some reason the address you give on your note does not work. I have sent you 5 e-mails and they all come back.
Yes I am interested in receiving the info on the Closser/Rightnowar family. I will try and call you later today.
Sharon

Ethel Rose Closser b. 25 Mar. 1913

smacormic1 — 2005-08-11 21:42:22Z

Ethel Rose Closser was born 25 Mar. 1913 in Illinois I believe. Ethel died Ethel Rose Rightnowar on 3 Feb. 1967 in Missouri. Ethel Rose married Clarence M. Rightnowar - I believe they lived in the lower part of Missouri around Winona. Does anyone out there know anything on the Closser family Ethel Rose may have come from. I have searched for this name for some time and I am beginning to think they really didn't exist. I just came across this site today and am hoping since there are some Closser's out there someone has came across this family.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
thanks
Sharon

Re: NY Clossers

LLorge1931 — 2004-03-29 20:25:44Z

WOW! That would be great. I've been waiting a long time to find a connection that goes back beyond 1860. Will look forward to your reply, and thanks much.
Len

Re: Christopher Closser

LLorge1931 — 2004-03-29 20:25:44Z

Hello Bruce,
I've a Christopher Closser who was a sergeant in Rev War in NY. Also copies of his Rev War record and pension application. I never was able to tie him to a parent in the Closser line. Since he served 1776-1781 those dates could make him a brother - or son - your Closser.

Susan Closser Winton

LLorge1931 — 2004-03-29 20:25:44Z

Looking for information on Susan Winton of Daggett, Michigan, her husband, Charles Winton, her first husband John Closser, and her sisters, Mrs. Lydia Fink of Shawano, Wisconsin; Mrs. Clara Richmond of Gillett, Wisconsin; Mrs. Lavina Swane of New York. Also on John and Emmet LaShay of Angelica, Wisconsin and Mrs. Sarah Dunne of Minnesota. These are all related to my great-grandmother, Susan Wescott Closser Winton. Please reply here or e-mail me direct at "llorge@screaminet.com".

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

stationaryengineer — 2008-01-15 16:39:52Z

Clarence A Closser and EDITH F CLOSSER, husband and wife, are buried together in a church cemetary in Tunas, Missouri. Thank you, Warren Edwin Closser, grandson, stationaryengineer@msn.com

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

stationaryengineer — 2008-01-15 16:26:33Z

Edith F CLOSSER (maiden name Crandall and resided in or near Detroit, Michigan approx. 100 yrs ago in the early 1900s), later of Tunas, Missouri (near Springfield) my grandmother, born April 5, 1887, birthplace unknown but possibly Chicago???, died Aug 15, 1966 in Springfield, MO. She was married to Clarence A CLOSSER, originally from or near Detroit, Michigan and also later of Tunas, Missouri (near Springfield) my grandfather, birth year unknown but year of death was 1956 I believe. I remember seeing him twice as a young child in Tunas, MO. The second time I saw him he was near death. Information I have come across indicates my grandparents were married in Ontario, Canada most likely prior to 1909. Further information indicates that Clarence A Clossers' father was named Thao Closser. This man would have been my great-grandfather... My father was Leroy (Roy) Closser, (8-8-09 to 1985) one of several brothers and sisters whose parents were Clarence A CLOSSER and Edith F CLOSSER (Crandall). For more info you may contact me at stationaryengineer@msn.com Thank you. Warren Edwin Closser, St. Louis, MO

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

stationaryengineer — 2008-01-11 04:00:50Z

This message is for Shirley J. Peterson who posted an inquiry in 1999 about the CLOSSER family. I am the person you need to talk to. Leroy (Roy) Lawrence Closser was my father, b. Aug 8, 1909 d. 1985 at age 75...My fathers youngest child Steven (Mike) Closser died the same week in 1985 at age 24...Robert Closser was my uncle and is buried in or near Oklahoma City.... Ruby Angel was my fathers sister here in St. Louis, Edith Closser, my grandmother, d. 1966 in Springfield, Mo. of cancer, Clarence M. Rightnowar was married to my fathers sister Ethyl Rose Closser. I have info on the other family members you listed and my older brother Charles M. Closser would have even more info than I. You may contact me, Warren E. Closser at stationaryengineer@msn.com

Re: NY Clossers

stationaryengineer — 2008-01-29 14:28:49Z

This is in response to posts made by Diane and George regarding the Closser family. I am researching the same branch of Clossers from NY and would like to share info. Thank you. Warren Edwin Closser, age 55, St. Louis, MO

Re: Searching for CLOSSER family

stationaryengineer — 2008-01-17 03:01:49Z

Sharon,
Sorry my email address does not seem to work for you. You certainly may call. Thank you. Re: Rightnowar-Closser families...
Warren

Re: NY Clossers

k9djs — 2006-12-05 15:44:33Z

Len, I just checked on my relative it goes back like this, Our generation, my step dad (for all practical purposes my Dad) George Warren Closser, his Dad Chester Quick Closser, George Washington Closser (dob 1843), all born in Royal Oak, Mi. then John Closser born in New York. I will e-mail my sister and have her get in touch with our brother as he is moving tomorrow and I didn't pick up his e-mail address last time I was with him . I will tell him to get back on the site and reply. Let's hope we can help each other.
Diane

Re: NY Clossers

k9djs — 2006-12-05 15:44:33Z

I had an extremely successful trip. It seems like one of the people on the board listed a book that had information on James Willson who is related to the Clossers in our line by marriage. It could take us back to William the Conquerer, there is just one missing link, but the lady who wrote the book claimed to have had access to the chart making the connection. Sadly for you the Clossers are not mentioned anyplace.

I spent 5.5 hours there and finally left. The Allen County Public Library catalog is on line. If you have specific leads, I will be glad to look them up and e-mail them to you.
Diane

Re: NY Clossers

k9djs — 2008-01-29 23:56:52Z

I am attempting to put our lineages together, may I ask where you make the link?

It is possible I will have most of tomorrow (Wednsday) free to work on this. I thrive on doing research, and this is a challenge I want to figure out.

Re: NY Clossers

k9djs — 2004-07-10 03:45:42Z

Checking our files I find that we have George Washington Closser born in Royal Oak, Mi. in 1843 but his father John Closser was born in New York.

Re: NY Clossers

k9djs — 2004-07-10 03:43:55Z

I will try and see what I can find in the Ft. Wayne Library next week . I am George Clossers big sister. He is temporarily without full internet access do to where he lives.

Re: NY Clossers

k9djs — 2003-10-24 02:21:39Z

I am Diane Georges sister, we probably have a bunch back then. I will try and check with my brother. I was surfing Ancestory when I saw my brothers messages.

Re: Closser

k9djs — 2003-10-24 02:19:31Z

Did you and George make a connection? I am Diane Georges sister. We have been attempting to research the closser family for over 20 years? He has moved several times since this was posted, I was just surfing Ancestory when I found his links. We spent several days this summer going thru old bibles and photos at our mothers.

Re: closser's in Indiana

dmorriso58 — 2004-02-24 02:44:43Z

My family tree also includes Nicholas and Mary Hafer Closser. Their daughter, Nancy, was my grandmother, 6 generations removed. She married Enoch Morris and they followed their children to Madison Co., IN and are buried in Summitville. Enoch was a veteran of the War of 1812.

I'd be interested in the stories you mentioned.

Re: Clossers in Amwell township, PA

RichardClosser — 2005-08-14 23:52:47Z

Hi Debbie,
I have some info on my grand parents who lived in Amwell Twp.. I am willing to share info if I know what you want???
LMK
Richard Closser
Washington, PA

Re: NY Clossers

LLLorge — 2005-01-07 22:35:34Z

I hope your trip there is a fruitful one. I've been there several times but there is also just so much information to go through. An interesting item, which has always puzzled me, is that there is a Christopher Closser, whom I have the Rev War records on, together with his pension application, etc but have never been able to trace his line further. However, there is no connection at this point.
Good hunting!
Leonard

Re: Susan Closser Winton

LLLorge — 2005-01-07 22:35:34Z

Updated email address is "llorge@charter.net".

Re: Horace and Leah Closser in Wisconsin & South Dakota

LLLorge — 2007-01-08 12:29:21Z

Hello Wendy:
Yea! I've waited 20 years to learn of Horace and Leah. Horace's brother, Albert, is my grandfather. I found them in Wisconsin, then found Leah in SD, but that was the end, until now. How exciting. I have the Closser line back from Albert and Horace, if you need it. I have a photo of Leah when she went to teachers college in Milwaukee also. I'm so glad you posted this information, as Horace as been the lost sheep for so long.
Leonard Lorge, Hudsonville, Michigan

Re: closser's in Indiana

BettyeGeorge — 2003-01-06 04:09:42Z

I am not directly related. Nicholas W. Closser and Sarah ann Closser married Rebecca and William D. Parker. Brother and sister married sister and brother. I have some information on the Parkers part of it, plus information from Ancestry World Tree. I can share with anyone, but, my information in this area is sketchy since these Parkers were my GGGrand Father's brother and sister.

George H. Parker
Texan2california@aol.com

Re: closser's in Indiana

radiorich — 2002-06-04 17:55:33Z

Hi,
Have you found any info from your dad?
My brother Earl served in Vietnam with a Closser from IN.
I have some early info on Nicholas and Mary Closser I can send to you.
Thanks for sharing,
Rich Closser

Re: Nicholas Closser

vmt1 — 2002-04-25 01:26:31Z

I have searched for information on my gggradfather Nicholas Glosser. I have found the sight he is buried at in Bethesda Cemetery, Zanesville, Ohio. I was sent information that the name Glosser was derived from Closser and the information has Nicholas Closser listed. It also has his siblings. Only the birth date of Nicholas is listed. When I called the person who had sent me the information he told me it was all he had on Nicholas. I have documentation that he (Nicholas) married Elizabeth Lamar in Zanesville, Ohio on 4/11/1821. He was born 1787 d 10/19/1840 this is inscribed on his stone. I was reading one message where the Nicholas Closser had several wives so maybe. I would be glad to share what I have to see if this could be the Nicholas in my family.
Marie