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RE: Rose A. McDevitt / McDaid

JenOrpen — 2015-11-12 23:44:00Z

Hi,

Has anyone come across a Rose A. McDevitt / McDaid (my great grandmother) in their searches, or have any information on her?

Rose A. McDevitt / McDaid born Abt. sometime during the1860's in Urrismanagh, Clonmany, County Donegal, Ireland.
Rose's parents were Patrick McDevitt / McDaid and her mother was Mary O'Donnell of Leenanmore, County Donagel, Ireland, and married abt 1860 in Urrismanagh, Clonmany, County Donegal, Ireland.
I don't know when she (Rose) immigrated to the USA, but she married Martin J. Griffin ( of Ireland) on May 2, 1897 in Boston, Massachusetts. Rose A. McDevitt/ McDaid - Griffin died on Aug. 23, 1957 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Rose & Martin J. Griffin had 5 children, Mary Ellen, James Patrick, John Joseph, Martin Francis and Rose E. Griffin. They raised their children in Charlestown, Suffolk County, Boston, Massachusetts.

When, I seen my great grandmother's Rose McDevitt's baptismal record, I found out her maiden name is spelled McDaid and not McDevitt as it was spelled once she immigrated to the United States.

Would love to hear from anyone with information on this McDevitt / McDaid Family or anyone with information on Rose's mother Mary O'Donnell's family.

I have attached a copy of Rose McDaid 's Baptismal Record as well as copy of her parents Patrick McDaid & Mary O'Donnell's marriage record.

As you can see from these records the spelling of Rose's maiden name is not spelled as McDevitt as it was in the United States, but instead it is spelled as McDaid.

Jen Griffin-Orpen of Charlestown, Suffolk County, Boston, Massachusetts

Re: McDevitts in Newark, New Jersey

reereevl — 2015-07-05 19:47:53Z

I found an unusual number of McDevitt's buried in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in East Orange NJ. I found a Catherine McCauley who was buried there that died in Manhattan. In the marriages for for New York I believe this Catherine is the same as Catherine McDevitt age 19 who married Daniel McCauley in Manhattan 17 Nov. 1912 he was 36 years old. Catherine died 23 Dec. 1912.
The information regarding their parents as listed: Catherine McDevitt parents Henry McDevitt and Catherine Loughery. Daniel McCauley parents Edward McCauley and Hanna Kelly. Catherine McDevitt was born in Clady, Co Tyrone her mother Catherine Loughery was born in Upper Roosky, Co Donegal. Her father Herry McDevitt was born in Clady, Co Tyrone. Anyone that thinks they may have a connection please contact me.

Re: McDevitt marriages - Philadelphia

ktone1 — 2015-04-30 00:59:22Z

I am trying to find the marriage of John McDevitt to Isabella McGee in the Philadelphia area around 1848 to 1856. They bhad two children (John 1851?and George 1855?)both born in the United States according to the New Brunswick (Canada) 1881 census. I have been trying to locate this marriage for years with no luck.

Re: Charles McDevitt born Donegal Ireland

smdevitt1 — 2015-01-02 02:08:38Z

Hi Wendy,

I hope this email finds you. I realize I'm a decade to late, but what the hell. The names that you have here, may well be part of my family as well. My Grandfather was Edward McDevitt and I think he might have been born in Owey. Not 100% sure, never met anyone other than my dads brothers and sisters. if you get this, please reply.

Sean McDevitt

Re: McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

ukspectre5367 — 2014-08-22 16:27:07Z

Thanks, I tried resending via my work email. to see if it would go through

Re: McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

fdrn89 — 2014-08-22 11:52:46Z

fdrn89@gmail.com

Re: McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

ukspectre5367 — 2014-08-22 11:50:22Z

I tried to email you a brief email but it was returned to me. I thought I copied the email correctly....

Re: McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

ukspectre5367 — 2014-08-22 10:31:42Z

Thanks Rob, I will get back to you shortly, via email.
Susan

Re: McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

fdrn89 — 2014-08-21 23:42:59Z

Thank you for looking into it. My email is fdrn89@gmail.com

I know many McDevitt's were from the Inishowen Peninsula in Donegal, just outside Derry City, so I always wondered if they were actually from Donegal, not Derry. The main thing that leads me to believe they were from Derry is the fact that John McDevitt listed his occupation as a locksmith. Probably not too many locksmith's in the "countryside" of Donegal. Then again, he could have been lying on the ship's register, to ease his entry into the U.S.

Thanks again!

Rob McDevitt

Re: McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

ukspectre5367 — 2014-08-21 22:49:13Z

Hi! I am also of McDevitt lineage, though mine settled in Newark, NJ. However, some did, in later years, move to Brooklyn.
I believe my McDevitts are from Derry as well. I am not familiar with John, who married Ann McGinley, but I know in my McDevitt research I have come across the name McGinley - I will have to go through my stuff. My 3rd great grandmother was Sarah McDevitt, with siblings: James, Dennis, Daniel, Catherine, Ellen, William, possibly and Edward, and Rosanna. Their parents were Daniel, a shoemaker and Catherine Dever.
It is possible that our McDevitts are related, then again, maybe not. But I shall try to find out where I came across the name McGinley and see if it will be of any help to you. If you prefer to communicate via email, let me know.
Susan Helber, New Jersey

McDevitt/McGinley- Derry to Brooklyn

fdrn89 — 2014-08-21 02:12:50Z

John McDevitt(30) and Ann McDevitt(20) nee McGinley sailed to N.Y. on the ship Clutha, 6/8/1850.John was listed as a locksmith.

They sailed with three children: William(5), John(3) and Rose(9m).

They settled in Brooklyn, N.Y.

They must have returned to Ireland around 1855. They had a child, Margaret, listed as being born in England.

They returned to Brooklyn N.Y.before 1866 because they had another child,Catherine, born in Brooklyn in 1866.

It seems that when they returned to Brooklyn, the family
name was changed to McDade.

They had another child, Hugh, born in 1869.

Many are buried in Holy Cross cemetery in Brooklyn N.Y.
and many death notices in the Brooklyn Eagle newspaper say: "Londonderry papers pick up".

Cant find John McDevitt/McDade Sr....And not sure where in Ireland this family came from.

Plenty of McDevitt's still in and around Brooklyn.

Thanks for any help!

McDevitt/McDade/McDaid, Derry to Brooklyn

fdrn89 — 2014-08-21 02:06:02Z

Andrew McDevitt, b: Aug 1835, Ireland; d: 7 Nov 1906, Mifflin, Allegheny Co., PA

dtjacobson — 2014-07-25 21:16:53Z

I'm looking for spouse, parent, and immigration data for Andrew McDevitt. Additional info:

Father of 3 daughters
--Rosanna (b: 1855 in PA; married to Joseph Stump(f))
--Sarah (b: 1865 in PA; married James Franklin "Frank" McQuaid(e); d: 1951 in Pittsburgh, PA)
--Ella/Ellen (b: 1874 in PA; married Joseph Dicker; d: in Pittsburgh, PA)

TIA!

Re: McDevitt/McDeavitt

mcdeavittkle — 2014-06-30 18:18:39Z

I am a McDeavitt. The spelling on that is correct, and we did come from Ireland. I can help with some names, but other than that, I have little information. I am inquiring about my family name as well.

Re: John McDevitt Isabella McGee?

IsabellaScully22 — 2014-06-21 03:49:07Z

John McDevitt was the son of John McDevitt. John was buried in St. Peter's Cemetery, Fort Howe and later re-interred in St. Mary's Cemetery.

John Sr. had a daughter, Clare from a previous marriage. Clare lived in Clonleigh, Donegal County until emigrating to France in the mid 1830's.

McDevitt/McDade-Derry to Brooklyn

fdrn89 — 2014-06-03 17:02:26Z

John McDevitt(Sr.) and Ann McDevitt(nee McGinley)sailed to NY in 1850 with three children, William, John and Rose. They lived in Brooklyn NY. At some point they returned to Ireland/England where Margaret was born (in 1855). They then return to NY (Brooklyn),sometimes using McDade/McDaid and had two more children, Catherine and Hugh. Most of the family is buried in Holy Cross Cemetery in Brooklyn. Still searching for John McDevitt(Sr.) and their hometown or parish. Ship records stated John McDevitt was a locksmith. Any possible information would be helpful. Thanks!

Re: McDevitt Family of Glenties, County Donegal

VIPHOGANR — 2013-08-12 00:26:19Z

OK, I'll jump into this group of McDevitts of Glenties!
Line I'm working on is Anthony (1825-1917 Largnalarkin) and wife Hannah Timoney McDevitt (1833-1914 Largnalarkin). Most of their children came to US, but some stayed in Ireland and have tracked down most of them.
Our line are the group who came as near as I can tell nearly immediately to San Francisco. Many worked as bakers here.
Would LOVE to have the cemetery pic offered on this thread. I was trying to find Anthony and Hannah's parents of course. Thanks all
Roseann

Re: John McDevitt of Glenties, Co. Donegal

VIPHOGANR — 2013-08-12 00:17:40Z

Katherine, shoot me an email. I am working on McDevitts from Glenties too. I don't know John for sure but earliest in our line is Anthony and Hannah Timoney McDevitt. Most of ours lived in San Francisco, not phily.

If I didn't catch you, I'm sure you had a wonderful time!
Roseann

Any Pictures of Joseph F. McDevitt and his father, Charles McDevitt?

EverettSoots — 2013-08-06 00:00:13Z

Wonder if any of you have pictures of Joseph F. McDevitt (2nd Generation) and his father, Charles McDevitt (1st Generation) from San Fransico, CA?

My great grandfather, Charles W. McDevitt (3rd Generation) are buried in Portland, OR.
I know that the McDevitt Family is/was HUGE in S. F., CA and my great gramdfather, Charles W. McDevitt moved to Portland with his wife, Edith Ellen Gibbons and had two children. My grandpa, Charles L. McDevitt (4th Generation) was born in Portland.

Did the McDevitt Family ever came over in a wagon by the Oregon Trail? I tried to find any info on it but there is none. Thank you very much!

Re: McDevitt Family came over by the Oregon Trail?

EverettSoots — 2013-09-12 23:29:17Z

Same here.. Seem there is no records of the McDevitt Family came over by the Oregon Trail toward California. I will keep looking and trying. Good luck to you too

Re: Any Pictures of Joseph F. McDevitt and his father, Charles McDevitt?

EverettSoots — 2013-09-12 23:26:48Z

That's my great grandfather Charles William McDevitt's brother Joseph F. McDevitt, Jr
So, their father was Joseph Francis McDevitt, Sr (1863-1940). and his wife, Frances Williamson (1863-1929).

My great grandfather, Charles W. McDevitt died in Portland, Oregon and buried in same cemetery with his son, Charles Leo McDevitt, my grandpa.

Look like the McDevitt Family is HUGE with many children! Do you have any pictures of the McDevitt Family? Check out the McDevitt Family on my Ancestry and maybe it help you out?

Thank you very much.

McDevitt Family came over by the Oregon Trail?

EverettSoots — 2013-08-23 22:57:51Z

Hello! Wonder if the McDevitt Family did came over by the Oregon Trail to S.F., California during the Gold Rush? My McDevitt Family came from S.F. and his family was/ is HUGE in the 1900s.

Thanks!

Re: Mcdevitt in California

EverettSoots — 2012-11-30 05:07:04Z

HI. That's my great grandmother Edith Ellen McDevitt and she died in Seattle, Washington. She never committed suicide. She was married twice and she was my grandpa's mother.

Thank you.

Re: McDevitt Family of Glenties, County Donegal

annielee194 — 2013-04-01 16:38:14Z

Always looking for McDevitt's on both maternal sides. Grandmother Catherine/Cassie b 1896 Stralinchey of Peter McDevitt, b. 1896, son of William? AND Mary Gallagher, b. 1863, daughter of Bernard, Stranalough. Cassie one of 13 but no Patricks.
Other side - Charles McDevitt b. 1895 Greenans-Graffy, son of Charles, b. 1855-8, son of Charles 1803-1890 AND Anne McDermott (1876-1973), daughter of Bernard McDermott Stranalough b. 1848 and Bridget Ward b. 1859 - there is a Patrick b. 1897 (believe he emigrated to Scotland). Charles spent some time in Scotland, worked for railroad, and then emigrated to Philadelphia in early 192o's. Cassie emigrated to Philadelphia in early 1920's also.

Re: McDevitts in Newark, New Jersey

ukspectre5367 — 2013-01-17 13:18:26Z

That would be nice to see, thanks!

Re: McDevitts in Newark, New Jersey

ukspectre5367 — 2013-01-15 22:09:34Z

No, unfortunately I don't have pictures of them. I wish! :)

Re: McDevitts in Newark, New Jersey

cassidycindy — 2013-01-15 22:07:30Z

My great grandmother was Bridget Marie Flood Mcdevitt. My grandfather was Philip Flood, stepbrother of Charles. Do you have any pictures of them?

Re: McDevitts in Newark, New Jersey

cassidycindy — 2013-01-15 22:26:22Z

I have an old tin type of Bridget and John flood. I will try to scan it and send it to you.

Re: McDevitt Family of Glenties, County Donegal

Jon_McDevitt — 2013-03-01 15:51:39Z

Hi Karen,
We're obviously related as the Patrick McDevitt son of Patrick and Anne was my Grandfather. My Dad's oldest brother was a Patrick and I've seen pictures of him with relatives from Glasgow (probably taken in the 1930's). He then emigrated to Philadelphia in the 1940's.
Jon

John McDevitt Isabella McGee?

ktone1 — 2013-07-29 02:30:37Z

I am looking for the marriage of John McDevitt to Issabella McGee most likely in Philadelphia some where around 1850-55. Both were from Ireland and both died in saint John New Brunswick with a not "Philadelphia papers please copy). two of their children George and John were born in the US according to the 18881 census of Saint John (Portland). I've made no headway with this search which began in 2001. If something rings a bell maybe let me know

John McDevitt of Glenties, Co. Donegal

komcd73 — 2013-03-09 17:01:15Z

Hello, I am in need of HELP!! I am searching for any information on my 3rd Great Grandfather John McDevitt born about 1838. I believe that he left Ireland in 1860 on a ship called 'Zered' out of the port of Londonderry, arriving in Philadelphia, PA.

Once in the United States he married Margret McCormick and he went by the nickname of "Red". If anyone can point me in some direction as to where to go to find out more about 'Red' I would appreciate it. I am traveling to Glenties this summer and would love to be able to track down more information then.

Thank you,

Katherine O'Neill McDevitt-Adams

Re: John McDevitt of Glenties, Co. Donegal

komcd73 — 2013-08-12 00:38:27Z

We are back from Ireland....wonderful time! My McDevitts started in PA, then on to Cinn. OH and now are in the Berkley, Petaluma area. I will send you my email so we can talk more.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Katie

Re: Hiram McDEVITT

bmatkesco170 — 2013-05-27 00:41:30Z

Your query is quite old and I hope you have some answers. Hiram (b. May 30,1822; died Feb 23,1899 was brother to my great grandfather and remained in NC. He and his wife are are both buried in the Revere Cemetery,Madison County, NC. Elizabeth Gosnell McDevitt was born 1825, died 1896.

Re: Mcdevitt in California

triciakaplanis — 2012-11-30 00:51:03Z

Apparently there is some confusion. I was speaking o my grandmother Joan, someone else asked about another female McDevitt, whom I know nothing about. My grandmother Joan is speculated to have committed suicide. Good luck in your search for your ancestor. They are not one in the same.

Re: Any Pictures of Joseph F. McDevitt and his father, Charles McDevitt?

triciakaplanis — 2013-08-24 04:01:52Z

I know we spoke a while ago and are connected, just cant remember how. My great grandfather is Joseph Francis McDevitt b.1892 d.1940

Re: McDevitt Family came over by the Oregon Trail?

triciakaplanis — 2013-08-24 03:55:05Z

I am having a hard time getting past my known generation and finding the kids or any links. Ive come to a dead end.

McDevitt from Largnalarkin ( Cloghan) , Co. Donegal

betchastj2 — 2013-07-04 14:03:34Z

James McDevitt b. about 1800 married Hannah (Nora) Sweeney b. approx. 1817, they had a son Michael who married Peggy Houston in 1870s.
james McDevitt had brothers Mickey and Hugh . Their Father was Michael McDevitt ( born about 1750) married to Nancy Cannon. Anyone related to this family please.

Re: McDevitt Family of Glenties, County Donegal

betchastj2 — 2013-05-29 11:50:58Z

Hi
I am a McDevitt (McDaid), all of my family come from Donegal including Glenties. I have done a huge amount of work including extensive DNA testing on my and other McDevitt families.
Could I ask that you email me with your family information which I can then check against my records and get back to you all. I live in London but frequently in Donegal. My email is tabbott777@aol.com.

Grace McDevitt Cavan -Cleveland, Ohio

Contribution — 2013-09-15 15:12:00Z

April 11, 1918 - August 15, 2009
Resided in CLEVELAND, OHIO

Obituary GRACE E. CAVAN (nee McDEVITT), age 91. Passed away August 15, 2009 at The Judson Manor at University Circle.
Beloved wife of 69 years to Edward J.; loving sister of Betty Sega; dear sister-in-law of Dorothy and Thomas Cavan, Alice Burman, Joan Bush and Lucille McDevitt; aunt to many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Private. -

Cuyahoga

Patricia Dunn McDeVitt - Cleveland, Ohio area

Contribution — 2013-09-15 15:05:04Z

PATRICIA A. McDEVITT (nee Dunn) age 81. Beloved wife for 62 years of John "Jack"; loving mother of Margaret, John R. (wife Sarah) of Houston, TX and Cathleen McDevitt (partner Sandra) of Manchester, England; devoted daughter of the late Leo E. and Henrietta (nee Sears) Dunn; dearest sister of Grace Marie Dell Angelo (husband Robert, MD); dear aunt and great-aunt.
Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (Willoughby) at 10 AM.
Cremation following by DeJohn Crematory.
Inurnment at All Souls Cemetery.
Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Pat at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) MONDAY 4-8 PM.
Online obituary, guestbook, & order flowers at www.DeJohnCares.com

Published in The Plain Dealer from November 11 to November 12, 2012

Betty L. McDevitt Ketchum 1949-2009 b. East Liverpool, Ohio

Contribution — 2013-09-15 14:57:46Z

Obituary: Betty L. Ketchum

Dec. 8, 1949 - Feb. 15, 2009

February 19, 2009

SOUTH BEND - Betty L. Ketchum, 59, passed away on Sunday, February 15th, 2009 in the Golden Living Center, Mishawaka, Indiana after a brief illness.

Betty was born on December 8, 1949, in East Liverpool, Ohio, (Cikumiana County) to Elmer and Cleda (Hale) McDevitt.
She was preceded in death by her parents.

On June 21, 1982, in South Bend, she married Ken Ketchum.
Surviving are her husband, Ken; daughter, Janelle Ketchum; son, P.J. (Jen) Ketchum, all of South Bend; four grandchildren, Brooke Ketchum, Abigail, Blake and Cameron Crothers; two sisters, Nancy (Red) Gilliam of Ohio and Suzie (Dave) Mahoney of Mishawaka; and a brother, Carl McDevitt of Ohio.
Betty was a para-professional at Lincoln Elementary until her illness.
She was a member of Living Stones Church in South Bend. She was a devoted Elvis fan, and truly enjoyed her work with children,
A Celebration of Life will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20th, in Living Stones Church, 718 E. Donmoyer Ave., South Bend. It was Betty's request for everyone to dress in a casual manner. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 601 W. Edison, Mishawaka, IN 46545.

To leave the family an online condolence, please visit our website at www.hahnfuneralhomes.com.

Richard David McDevitt 1925-2012 b. East Liverpool, Ohio

Contribution — 2013-09-15 14:49:44Z

Richard David McDevitt, 86, of Salem, Ohio passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 18, 2012.

Richard was born in East Liverpool on July 3, 1925 the son of the late Arthur and Aida (Hindes) McDevitt.

He was a WWII Navy Veteran serving as a Gunners Mate.
Mr. McDevitt worked for Kaiser Refractories for 22 years and later on in 1980 he became the owner operator of InstaCopy in Salem until his retirement after 20 years.

He was a past member of the VFW and Amvets, played Minor League Baseball for the Cardinals in the Carolina League.
He especially enjoyed going to the Farm in Little Cooley, PA with his friends and family. Survivors include his wife of 64 years Charlotte G. (Pugh) McDevitt of Salem whom he married on March 27, 1948, a daughter Susan (Bill) Kane of Canfield, Ohio, a son Doug McDevitt of Salem, a daughter Diane (Larry) Karabin of Austintown, Ohio, a son Brad McDevitt of Salem, seven grandchildren; Shannon (Paul) Pfahler, Kelly (Greg) Williams, Mark Karabin, Timothy Karabin, Evan Brothers, Katie McDevitt, Maggie McDevitt and four great grandchildren; Brenna and Patrick Pfahler, Alex DiThomas and Troy Williams.

He is also survived by six brothers and sisters; Kate Maloney, Lucille Smith, Elsie Jenkins, Jim McDevitt, Hannah Flynn and Gary McDevitt.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Mary McDevitt, brother Arthur “Bud” McDevitt, brother Bob McDevitt and two sisters Pat Culp and June Simcox.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 1, 2012 at 2:00PM at The First Presbyterian Church in Salem with Rev. Meta S. Cramer officiating.
A time of visitation will take place the hour prior to the service at the church.
In Lieu of flowers donations can be made in Richard’s honor to The First Presbyterian Church 436 East 2nd Street Salem, OH 44460 or Hospice of the Valley 5190 Market St, Youngstown, OH 44512.
Friends may send condolences and sign the guest register online at www.brownfhonline.com. Arrangements are by Brown Funeral Home in Salem, Ohio.

Salem is a city in northern Columbiana County and extreme southern Mahoning County, Ohio

Robert J. McDevitt - b. Mt. Vernon, Ohio 1929-2013

Contribution — 2013-09-15 14:44:05Z

Robert J. McDevitt

Mount Vernon News
February 22, 2013 11:22 am EST

SARASOTA, Fla. — Robert J. McDevitt was born in Mount Vernon, Ohio, (Knox County) Oct. 24, 1929, to Ruth and Jay McDevitt, long since deceased. Bob was 83 when he died after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease and cancer.

He was predeceased by his only sibling, Eleanor Kilroy, in 2012.

He is survived by his loving wife, Connie; his daughter, Susan Best; son-in-law, Jon Best; and beloved granddaughter, Kathryn Best of Scotch Plains, N.J. He is also survived by a son, James McDevitt.

Bob spent most of his life in his hometown of Mount Vernon and attended Mount Vernon High School, and then on to Ohio Wesleyan for his Bachelor of Arts where he was a member of Chi Phi Fraternity. He then went on to graduate from The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law, where he received his juris doctorate degree in 1954. Immediately after law school he was inducted into the U.S. Army and for the next two years he worked in the Battalion Office at Fort Knox, Ky. When his service was over, he returned to Mount Vernon and went into law practice with his father, Jay McDevitt, and Charles Ayers, both of whom later left to become Knox County Court of Common Pleas judges. Other partners were added.

While living and working in Mount Vernon, he served on the board of directors for the former Knox County Savings Bank, the Public Library ,and was a member of the Ohio Bar Association. He was a Mason and a Shriner, and in 2006 was made a lifetime member of the Mount Zion Shrine in Mount Vernon.
He was a former member of the Mount Vernon Gay Street United Methodist Church.
He also had a membership in the Mount Vernon Country Club.

At the end of 1982, he sold his law practice to his then partners and moved to Sarasota. He was recruited immediately as a vice president in the Trust Department of what is now, the Sun Trust Bank. He worked there a number of years before retiring a second time.
After retiring, he became a volunteer at SCORE and was elected recording secretary.
He also volunteered at the Selby Library. Bob was well known for his sophisticated wit and his never ending sense of humor. Everyone liked to be near him as they didn’t want to miss a word. Paul Lynde, the famous comedian and also a native of Mount Vernon, once offered him a job as a writer after hearing him speak.
He and his wife spent their retirement traveling in Europe on land tours and then progressed to cruising across the Atlantic many times and visiting countries around the Mediterranean. After a long cruise to South America, their last cruise, they concentrated on PT for Bob. He was a really genuine person and never lost the values he learned growing up in the Great Depression era.

At Bob’s request, there will be no services.

Covell Crematory is handling the cremation and his cremains will be in the Sarasota National Cemetery.

Donations in his memory may be made to the NeuroChallenge Foundation, 5880 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL, 34238 or Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County. 201 North Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, Ohio, 43050

Leo S McDevitt 1931-2012 Columbus to Canton, Ohio

Contribution — 2013-09-15 14:34:59Z

Leo S McDevitt

Born in Columbus, Ohio on Jan. 16, 1931
Departed on Jul. 3, 2012 and resided in North Canton, OH.
Visitation: Private
Private Graveside Service: Monday, Jul. 9, 2012
Cemetery: Forest Hill Cemetery

Leo S McDevitt
Leo "Pat" McDevitt Jr., age 81 of North Canton, Ohio (Stark County) passed away peacefully on July 3, 2012.
Born in Columbus, OHIO on January 16, 1931, he lived most of his life in Canton, Ohio.
A retired U.S. Army Major, he enlisted in the Army in 1948, served in the Honor Guards of General MacArthur and General Ridgeway, the Korean War, and Vietnam War where he earned a Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Doeleene (Hone); children, Patrick (Beth, Michael (Denise), Coleene and Maureen; grandchildren, Meghan, Kirk (Ann), Corey, Keith, Kimberly, Colin and Steven.
Reed Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
A private burial will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery at 10:00am on Monday, July 9, 2012.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Greater East Ohio Area Chapter of Alzheimer's Association.

Veteran

Peter McDevitt - East Liverpool, Ohio to Cleveland, Ohio area

Contribution — 2013-09-15 14:25:41Z

Name: McDevitt, Peter E.
Date: Dec 29 1934
Source: Source unknown; Cleveland Necrology File, Reel #052.
Notes: McDevitt: Peter E., beloved husband of the late Susan C. (nee Brown), father of Gertrude, Edward, Mrs. Beatrice Burke, Bernadette, Harold and Raymond, died suddenly Thursday evening, late residence, 2040 Arthur Ave., Lakewood, Ohio (Cuyahoga County)
Funeral services Saturday, Dec. 29, from St. Clements Church at 9 a. m.
Interment East Liverpool, Ohio, (Columbiana County) Monday morning.

Name: Oldham, Bernedetta
Date: Sep 12 1959
Source: Cleveland Press; Cleveland Necrology File, Reel #141.
Notes: Oldham, Bernedetta (nee McDevitt), formerly of Cleveland, Ohio and East Liverpool, Ohio, died at her late residence, 1118 Ellsworth Ave., Columbus, Ohio, died Sept. 10th, wife of Robert, sister of Miss Rae and Harry McDevitt of Cleveland, Ohio and the late Beatrice Burke and Edward McDevitt of New Albany, Indiana and East Liverpool respectively.
Services at Corpus Christi Church, Saturday at 9 a.m., Columbus, Ohio.

Name: McDevitt, Gertrude
Date: Dec 8 1961
Source: Plain Dealer; Cleveland Necrology File, Reel #131.
Notes: Beloved sister of Harry and Ray, the late Bernadetta Oldham, Beatrice Burke, and Edward L., residence, 2066 Warren Rd., passed away Tuesday, Dec. 5, 1961.
Friends may call 2-10 P.M. Friday at McGorray Bros. Lakewood Home, 14133 Detroit Ave. Funeral mass Saturday, Dec. 9, St. Clement's Church, at 10 a.m

Mary Colleen McDevitt 1959-2013 Mansfield, Ohio

Contribution — 2013-09-15 14:10:45Z

Mary Colleen McDevitt, 54, of Mansfield, Ohio lost her three year battle with Ovarian Cancer passing away on Wednesday September 11, 2013 at home surrounded by her loving family.

The daughter of John P & Judith A (Moore) McDevitt, Colleen was born September 9, 1959.

She was born and raised in Mansfield, Ohio (Richland County) where she attended both St Mary's and Madison Comprehensive High School.
Upon graduation she worked in the food service industry at many popular local restaurants and bars.
Later she worked at Rubbermaid in Wooster, Ohio where she held the position of Administrative Assistant to the President.
She left the Mansfield area to pursue a career in Crestview Florida where she was an Administrative Assistant to the Crestview Chamber of Commerce and later served as President of the American Business Women's Association.
She later relocated to the Cleveland Ohio area where she worked at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for a number of years.
She then moved to New York City where she worked as a telecommunications consultant and met and began a ten-year relationship with the love of her life Murray Elias.

She was an avid sports fan loyal to the Cleveland Indians and Cavaliers.
She was also a charter member of the Cleveland Browns' infamous Dawg Pound.
And of course she was a diehard Buckeyes fan following both Ohio State Football & Basketball. Cooking was one of her true passions. She loved to crochet. She also had a real gift for making beautiful handcraft pieces for family and friends.
She loved to travel and she loved music especially rock and the blues
. She was a diehard progressive Democrat who passionately believed in civil rights, equality and health care for all.
Colleen was very active in the Sons & Daughters of World War II Rangers organization serving as its Acting Secretary, Webmaster and Editor of the Ranger Newsletter.

In recognition for her service she received the prestigious William O Darby Award for "her hard work, dedication and devotion to keeping the memory of the WWII Rangers alive."

She was also a proud member of the Women's Auxiliary of VFW Post 3494 in Mansfield, Ohio.

Colleen will be remembered for her generous loving selfless spirit always thinking of others first. She was loyal to her beloved family and friends.
Colleen was very family oriented. Growing up, she was truly "Jack's good little girl."
She was also her younger sisters' biggest tormentor and their fiercest defender and protector.
She loved to take trips with her mother and sisters, which always resulted in getting lost "by way of Lucas."

Colleen is survived by her mother, Judy McDevitt; sisters, Maureen (Steve) Browning, Kathleen Webster, Erin (Brad) Bogner, all of Mansfield; brother, John (Shelley) Guiseppi of Lakeland, Florida; her significant other and companion for the last 10 years, Murray Elias; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her father, John "Jack" McDevitt; sister, Sharon Miller; grandparents, John & Veronica (Welsh) McDevitt and Thomas & Alice (Bowman) Moore; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers a contribution in her name be made to www.hospiceofnorthcentralohio.org or the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (www.ovarian.org).

A Memorial Service/Celebration of Colleen's life will be held Saturday September 28, 2013 beginning at 4PM at Veterans of Foreign Wars 3494 located on 853 Ashland Road, Mansfield, Ohio.

WWII US Army Rangers - www.wwiirangers.org/‎

Re: McDevitt family of Pocatello ID

Hamilcar1943 — 2013-06-16 20:18:52Z

I am one of those McDevits.

Can anyone tell me if Harry S. McDevitt (1885-1950?) and Phillip Richard McDevitt are related to Helen Jane McDevitt O'Shea?

tue44038 — 2013-05-30 20:18:19Z

There is a longstanding rumor in my family that my grandmother Helen Jane McDevitt O'Shea (1894?-1940) is the daughter of Phillip Richard McDevitt (1858-1935) And the brother of Harry Sylvester "Hanging Harry" McDevitt.

Phillip R. McDevitt was head of the Catholic school system in Philadelphia PA from 1899-1915, he is credited with turning a dysfunctional school system into one that was known for it's excellence. In 1915 He was named head of the Harrisburg PA Archdiocese which he ran until his death in 1935 and has two Catholic high schools named after him, one in Harrisburg PA and the other in Wyncote PA.

Harry S. McDevitt was a longstanding political figure of the Philadelphia area. From about 1916 to 1919 he was assistant State Attorney General of PA. From 1919 to 1922 he was Sectrary of the Commonwealth. And from 1922 until his death he was President Judge of Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas #1.

Any information that you provide will be most welcome.

John C McDevitt

Deborah_N — 2012-09-27 00:41:14Z

John C McDevitt
Birth Jun 1857 in Pennsylvania, United States
Death 17 Oct 1926 in California, USA

Looking for any information on his parents and siblings.

Re: McDevitt marriages - Philadelphia

terrymcc1959 — 2012-10-17 16:39:28Z

I think my grandparents are as follows:

John F McDevitt to Sarah Flanagan married in 1914
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