Orphanages in Michigan - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Orphanage that burned around 30's or 40's

donna0183 — 2013-03-15 22:34:22Z

I do know Guardian home on Candfield and St.aubin burned down in the 60s I Hope this help you get a start on your search. God Bless

Re: Guardian Angel Home

donna0183 — 2013-03-14 14:03:44Z

yes we all got cod liver oil. the nuns said it ould keep us from getting sick. also we got a spoon full of vitamens. i do remember the older girls taking care of the younger girls as far as the rats, i dont remember that,as i am glad, because we all had enough to be afrajd of. I was in GAH from untill they closed it down hen i was sent to angles hall

Re: Guardian Angel Home

donna0183 — 2013-03-14 13:35:42Z

hi sandy mae i am just fine. love you to and miss you even more now donna

Re: Guardian Angel Home

scorderodonaghue — 2013-03-11 15:08:24Z

Hi Donna Marie!!! How are you? Email when you can.
your sister Sandy Mae
xoxox

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2013-03-04 12:41:06Z

Please send me complete email so i can forward pic to you. My address is susiebelcoure@gmail.com for direct contact.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ronorterry — 2013-03-03 17:27:35Z

It takes a while for a response... wait a couple of weeks and then send another. that's what i had to do before i got a reply. good luck

Re: Guardian Angel Home

Dianevch — 2013-03-03 17:15:07Z

Thank you,
I did send a message to the email provided and sent it to the attn. of the sister you said to. Hopefully it will lead somewhere. But its hard not knowing their last name.

Diane

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ronorterry — 2013-03-03 16:42:06Z

Thanks... send a jpeg to my email address

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ronorterry — 2013-03-03 16:40:50Z

Have you tried contacting the Sisters? Maybe they have a record of her name???

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ronorterry — 2013-03-03 16:38:47Z

When I told my parents about the nightmare, they just said it was something I saw on TV or read..... that was until I discovered I had been in an orphanage (about age 8) then I was told not to talk about it. I had that nightmare after that till I was in my late 20's. Did we used be given cod liver oil? I was sick alot. My sister said that the place had rats or mice and the older girls took turns watching over the babies/toddlers because they would climb into the cribs.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

Dianevch — 2013-03-03 03:32:25Z

I am looking for a woman who would have been there during the 40s. Her name was Clara or Clarabelle. She was at the home in Coldwater with her brother Val. My Grandmother wanted to adopt them, but she got pregnant with my Dad, and the rules then were you couldn't adopt in that situation. She was heart broken. They split them up and sent them to other places. I posted a picture in here somewhere of them. Grandmas gone now, she worked at the home in Coldwater. To her dying day, she wondered what happened to them.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2013-03-03 03:09:16Z

The school name was St. Albertus. The street name was St. AUBIN. The church is still there and so beautiful. I will get you the pic of clock.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2013-03-03 03:05:15Z

The girl on the swing was same as the clock girl. Its very strange the way some things never leave our memories. Do u remember Sistet Claudia? Camp Holly? Hudsons at xmas? There was a brick wall around the back yard of the home. U are not having nightmares but true memories. I remember the same.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ronorterry — 2013-03-02 15:14:58Z

I used to have nightmares... I was in a room with other kids, it was night and some were crying for their mother. I yelled at them to be quiet and told them that there was no such person... then I would flash to a courtyard surrounded by a wall and there was a set of swings where I ran to and played on. If you could send me the photo (ronorterry@cox.net), I would appreciate it. I wonder if it looks like the one in my nightmare. Another funny thing (perhaps from my subconscious), I made a purse for my oldest daughter once and in the center I embroidered a girl on a swing. How weird is that?
Yolanda Terry Spina-Parks

Re: Guardian Angel Home

donna0183 — 2013-02-28 16:29:48Z

I think i remember Patrica. My sisters and I were in GAH from 1955 until they moved us to Angela Hall on Elizbeth off of Graiot.As far as her sister,I dont remder her.Was she younger? If she was, my sisters probly rember her

St. Vincent's

n8ajmason — 2013-01-04 04:33:26Z

Saginaw Michigan

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ronorterry — 2013-01-01 21:02:13Z

I don't remember much as i was only 2 in 1948. My parents were seperated when I was 6 mos old; at which time I was placed in St Vincenct de Paul Hsp for malnutrition & the whopping cough. My sister is almost 7 years older than I. I keep asking her to write down the stuff she remembers, but, so far no luck. She did say I was sick a lot and she took care of me.

looking for birth mother, father, & sibling

fharris303030 — 2012-12-31 00:07:24Z

A son born March 6, 1966 by a young girl at Florence Crittenton Hospital in Detroit, MI. I was given away soon after birth. The mother of the young girl was a school teacher.

I am open to any information that will lead me in the right directions of finding out who I come from.

How do you get records?

Re: Guardian Angel Home

rosahaeli77 — 2012-12-30 04:43:02Z

I was in the GAH in 1948 with my sister after my mom had a nervous breakdown. My sister was 9 and I was 7. We or you and my sister may have been in the same group I have quite a few memories about the orphanage. The one that sticks with me the most is when, one day, we were walking to school; I think it was called St. Aubins. It started to rain and the sister wanted a volunteer to return to the orphange for rain coats. I volunteered and got lost the whole day. I finally found the orphanage but was too afraid to go in so I just swung on the swings and shortly everyone came back. I was always getting into trouble but it was just because I didn't think ahead lol.

Clarabell and Val(entine?) 1930-1940 Michigan

Dianevch — 2012-12-12 20:51:23Z

My Grandmother worked at the state home in Coldwater. She had started adoption proceedings on this brother and sister who lived at the home. But because they were Roman Catholic and she was Methodist it wasn't allowed. Val was adopted and Clarabelle was sent to a different group/orphanage. Became a bit of a handful and ended up in a wayward girls home. My Grandmother talked to the end of her life about this. It upset her soooo much. My sister and I would love to find out what happened to them in Grandmas memory.

Sisters of Charity - 1870 Census Detroit

Amy_Bruhn — 2012-12-01 01:25:32Z

My great-grandmother was orphaned at the age of six and in her father's probate file there were payments to the Sisters of Charity for the room and board for her and her other siblings. Does anyone know whether they ran an orphanage, and if so, where was it located? I would like to find it in the 1870 census if possible to see if the children are listed.

Info about Guardian Angel Home

stephaniewilson38 — 2012-10-29 04:11:13Z

I was in Guardian Angel Home for awhile and I remember being so sad to leave. I was not in very good shape when i got there but I remember telling everyone I was from an island somewhere and I did not want anyone to think my parents would put me in there. I soon got over that, but I remember the Mother Superior was not happy with me. I soon got used to being there and now as I look back I remember the school and the sisters giving us money to buy a piece of candy during recess. St Albertus was just plain beautiful, though I remember the chapel in the home the most and the smell of cooking Oatmeal in the morning. I made a few friends while I was there but can't remember any ones names. I did get a chance to go through the building in the 60's or very late 50's. I hope you all find out what you may want to find out about yourselves. My name was Stephanie Kobe then and I think I was around 11 or so. Good luck!

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

timrich48 — 2012-09-25 19:20:05Z

TO JENIFER,OR ANYONE IN CONSERN; MY MOTHER, WANDA ( 89 )AND HER 3 SISTERS WERE AT THIS ORPHANAGE IN THE 30'S AS WELL AS HER BROTHER ALL HAVE PASSED ON EXCEPT MY MOTHER,SHE WOULD ENJOY A PHONE CALL AND A CONVERSATION TO ANY AND ALL CONSERNED AS SHE LIVES IN THE CITY OF QUINCY,MI. (517) 639-3471 E MAIL timrich48@yahoo.com mY NAME IS TIMOTHY
RICHARDS HER SON...

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

jennifer_melcher — 2012-09-25 18:07:58Z

My grandmother passed away in 1992. She would have been 90, too. Does your mother recollect her time there or anyone in particular?

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

jhubel351 — 2012-09-25 17:48:41Z

You can call Sr. Judy Dusellier at 812-963-7591 or e-mail:
sjdusellier@gmail.com

She gave all inform in them.

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

jhubel351 — 2012-09-25 17:43:41Z

You can contact Sister Judy Dusellier, D.C. Assisant to the Archivist of Charity Ministries, Inc.
9400 New Harmony Road, Evansville, Indiana 47730
Her e-mail is: sjdusellier@gmail.com

I have a few photo's taking at St. Vincent's with my mother and her 3 sisters and ttey father.

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

timrich48 — 2012-09-25 12:59:27Z

dear jennifer, my mother was there at this time, you may contact her at 517- 639- 3471,at quincy,mi I'AM HER SON AND TAKING CARE OF HER SHE WILL BE 90 YEARS OLD AND WOULD APPRECIATE ANY CONTACT E-MAIL IS timrich48@yahoo.com if you please. please respond as time is limited,best regards,
timothy richards....

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

jhubel351 — 2012-09-25 01:06:58Z

In my family tree, I have pic's of my mother and her sisters at the orphan in 1930's

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

jennifer_melcher — 2012-09-25 00:46:44Z

My grandmother was also there during that timeframe. Her name was Elizabeth Mabarak. Her two brothers, George and Joe, were in the boys home. She was 8 or 10 or so when she arrived. Any memories??

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2012-09-23 21:44:27Z

I do remember the clock with a liitle girl on a swing. I do have a picture of it. Is that the one you talk about? Pls write for sharing stories and memories.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2012-09-20 23:13:35Z

I am one of the Guardian Angel home girls. I was in C group and had 2 sisters in A group. Do you remember Sister Claudia? I had been in contact with a few others like us. I was there 1955-1961. Yes i remember everything you mention. Would like to share memories. Pls contact me if you would like to. The place was beautiful but lonely. I went to St. Albertus festival in July and the church is purely awesome dear sister of mine. We are 'home girls' and will never forget.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

ch534 — 2012-09-20 22:27:34Z

I was at Guardian Angel from 1960 - 1963. My mother was divorced and working. No daycare in those days! I had overnight visits with her when it worked for her schedule. When she remarried I remember the last day at Guardian Angel. One of the nuns gave me a Blessed Virgin medal when she said goodbye. I don't remember any of nun's names. Though I was very young – 2 yrs old - 4 1/2 yrs old – I have many memories. The little plastic angel by my bed side (which I still have!); TV room/couch; laundry room; a playroom; the bathrooms; our beds; eating pea soup and squash in the basement dining room; the "office" where I waited for my mom while a big clock was ticking; church at St. Albertus; gardening outside with one of the nuns. I have a few pictures and am interested in hearing more stories.

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-17 20:29:28Z

Yes I remember most of it. I think I have your sister in communion pic. I will scan and send soon. St. Albertus had a festival 2 weeks ago. It was very touching to walk in there after many years. Please stay in contact with me. susiebelcoure@gmail..

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

scorderodonaghue — 2012-08-17 19:25:32Z

Hi I just wanted to tell you that I turned 60 years of age this year. I was born in 1952 and came to G.A.H. when I was 2. My oldest sister, Linda, had polio. Do you remember her? She's about 4 1/2 years older than me. My 4 sisters and myself were written up in the Detroit News years ago because there were 5 of us living there at the same time. I also have many many stories to share. I have another email address that you can use to contact me on the weekends. sandymaeo@yahoo.com; I look forward to hearing back from you! God Bless! P.S. I have a picture of Sister Claudia that I can send you if you like!

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

scorderodonaghue — 2012-08-17 18:49:37Z

May I ask your age? Do you remember any of the other girls in C group? Mary Ellen Stableski? Jeannette Soltis? Also what was this gathering that you attended? I am not familiar with it.

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-17 18:46:23Z

I think she was about 5 years old. We also all attended the funeral. I was in Sister Claudia group. I did go to St. Algeria fest recently.

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

scorderodonaghue — 2012-08-17 18:37:43Z

I would love to see the Communion picture, would you be able to send it to me? I have a few pictures that I can forward on to you if you like.

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

scorderodonaghue — 2012-08-17 18:34:40Z

Oh my, how sad. I cannot remember this. Was this little girl in the C group? Was Sister Claudia there?

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-17 18:28:18Z

The little girl died that day and we all had to pray at her coffin.

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

scorderodonaghue — 2012-08-17 18:14:52Z

Yes I do recall this incident. I remember believe that the girl who pulled them had a nervous breakdown. She was taken from the orphanage and sent to a facility (I believe it was called "Elouise".) I can ask my older sisters Linda, Donna and Barbie Sue if they remember more about what happened.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

scorderodonaghue — 2012-08-17 18:06:48Z

Greetings!!
I am thrilled to receive a response! You can contact me at odonags@ccf.org
Sincerely,
Sandy Mae Corder O'Donaghue

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-17 18:02:58Z

Does anyone remember when a like girl pulled lockers on top of her

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-17 17:53:12Z

I am a home girl and would love to share stories.

Re: Guardian Angel Home

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-17 17:51:37Z

I was also in the Guardian Angel home C group. My 2 older sisters where in A group. Please contact me for stories to share. I have a group communion pic that was taken in 1957. Many memories of the home

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

ronorterry — 2012-08-15 20:48:14Z

I don't remember much, only the things my sister has told me. We were there from 1946 to Nov 1951. When wewre you there? You can contact me via email (ronorterry@cox.net)
Terry

Re: Guardian Angel Home in Detroit, MI

susiebelcoure — 2012-08-15 19:46:04Z

I was in the orphaned home C group with Sister Claudia. My older 2sisters where with Sister Calista. Please contact me to share info and memories.

Re: girls training school,adrian,mi 1933 info?

truett1434 — 2012-08-13 22:37:50Z

Good evening. I found a website that may answer some of your questions about the training school in Adrian, MI. It is
migenweb.net/industrialschool.html

I hope this helps,
Tammy

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

LynnK12463 — 2012-08-10 00:12:00Z

Yes my mother remembers them, she told me that she talked to Frances and Margaret all the time. My mother said that Francis name came up in church for a mass being said for her, then she talked to Margaret. She had not been able to get in touch with Francis and didn't know what had happened. My Mother's name is Marian Boyce Kramer and my Aunts, Flora and Julia passed away in 1997 and 1999.

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

timrich48 — 2012-08-09 20:48:31Z

my mother, wanda mary stauft, remembers your mother in school,she remembers that she was a grade below her,and that
she had a few operations on her legs. you may contact her at, 517-639-3471 she would appreciateany calls,thank you. timothy richards.....she says that there was a francis karney...

Re: St. Vincent's Female Orphan Asylum on McDougall Ave (Detroit, MI)

ThimmM — 2012-08-09 17:26:38Z

My mother (Frances Mette) and her sisters (Margaret and Mary) were also there. My mom was handicapped, wore braces on her legs and used crutches.

We unfortunately lost mom last year. Does your mom or aunts remember them?

I remember going to one reunion in Brighton as a kid as well. I can check with Aunt Margaret about your mom and her sisters.

Thanks,
Monica