January 1999
Lancaster County Surname Queries
Seeking info on following families of Lancaster County, PA: STOVER (Lancaster, Columbia, Middletown) , HULL, RESSLER, LITCH, HALDEMAN (Lititz) and all surrounding communities in Lancaster County.
Kenneth Clinton STOVER, Jr. <kendora@hula.net>
Mililani, HI USA - Sunday, January 31, 1999 at 16:19:41 (EST)
BOOK, David and his wife Anna HOWERY are said to be buried in the Paquea Brethren in Christ Cemetery in Lancaster County. Are there others of this BOOK Family buried in this Cemetery? Can anyone tell me the name of Anna Howery's parents?
Vera <leroy@centuryinter.net>
USA - Sunday, January 31, 1999 at 14:11:27 (EST)
Looking for the parents of Thomas WINDER, b. 1814 in OH. He was a devout Dunkard and spoke German in his home. I have no clue that his parents came from Lancaster Co, but am searching here because of his religion and culture. Can anyone help?
Ann Winder <windersheward@mail.escapees.com>
USA - Sunday, January 31, 1999 at 12:57:50 (EST)
STALTER, SHERRICK, MOSIER, MOYER, FRY, RHODES/ROADS/RHOADES, STEMEN, SPANGLER Searching for parents, siblings and ancestors of Mary STALTER, born 15 Jan 1782, PA - 1 Sept. 1847, Allen County, Ohio. She married John SHERRICK. Also, searching for the parents of Charlotte/Sharloty RHODES, born 12 Sept 1833, Fairfield County, OH. - 21 Oct. 1909, mother name, Prozda ? RHODES. Charlotte married 29 Oct 1851 to Noah Valentine SHERRICK. Appreciate any information on these surnames. THANK YOU! Sincerely, Velva
Velva Bruce <toots@wcoil.com>
Elida, OH USA - Sunday, January 31, 1999 at 11:16:24 (EST)
HILE/HEIL/HEYL/HYLE I am looking for any and all data on this name. I am searching for data on my GGGG-Grandfather who was to have lived in Lancaster Co in the 1700's to maybe early 1800's then reportedly moved to Franklin Co PA.
B Hile <bhile@epix.net>
Chambersburg, PA USA - Sunday, January 31, 1999 at 10:09:54 (EST)
Seek contact with LeFevre Cemetery and historical association Strasburg,PA. or descendants of Franklin D. LeFevre.
Clyde LeFevre <paclyde@webtv.net>
Garden City, MI USA - Saturday, January 30, 1999 at 23:07:45 (EST)
HI, I am searching for the father of William W. White who was born in 1824 PA. His father was George White, b. MD. I can trace Wm. W. White from his marriage until death but know nothing of his mother or father. Would anyone happen to have a George White in their database? Thanks. Dottie in CA.
Dorothy White Casler <bildotcslr@murrieta.net>
Murrieta, CA USA - Saturday, January 30, 1999 at 15:19:06 (EST)
Hi- I'm interested in finding more about my father's family history. He is Benjamin Earl Groff Sr., a graduate of McCaskey and Millersville U. I know that his family may date back to the 1720's and they are of German, Lutheran descent. Anything you find or advice on how to access my geneology would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Benjamin Earl Groff Jr.
Benjamin E. Groff <bgroff1067@aol.com>
Miami Beach, FL USA - Saturday, January 30, 1999 at 09:30:58 (EST)
Looking for any information on a Peter Caw who was born in Lancaster County in 1751. He migrated to Morgan County WV. Any help will be appreciated.
Grace Painter <GPain97046@aol.com>
lake Havesu City, AZ USA - Saturday, January 30, 1999 at 00:36:44 (EST)
CONKLIN: DETWILER: BAKER: HABACKER: I am looking for information on Samuel CONKLIN, born before 1774 and died in Lancaster PA in May 1897. His wife's name is Barbara. Their son is Henry CONKLIN, born 11 May 1802 in Lancaster and died 3 Dec 1874 in Lancaster. His wife is Mary DETWILER. The only date I have for her is her birth at "about" 1807. Their son is Ephraim Detwiler CONKLIN, born 15 Apr 1842 in Lancaster. He married Hester Henrietta BAKER on 29 Sep 1909 in Rushville, Nebraska. Hester was born in Lancaster on 18 Jul 1847. Her father is Jacob BAKER, born on 13 March ( I don't know where) and died 20 Nov 1897 in Lancaster. He married Fannie HABECKER on 23 Aug 1835.
Julia Raben <Rabens@cyberhighway.net>
American Falls, ID USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 20:48:43 (EST)
At the turn of the century Joseph L. Brandt was the cashier of the Marietta Bank and a family historian. Believe I descend through the same Brandt family. Would you know if Mr. Brandt left his genealogical records with any of the local libraries? Thanks for any and all help. Jo Ann Schmidt
Jo Ann Brant Schmidt <Jschm21735@aol.com>
Houston, Tx. USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 15:50:10 (EST)
At the turn of the century Joseph L. Brandt was the cashier of the Marietta Bank and a family historian. Believe I descend through the same Brandt family. Would you know if Mr. Brandt left his genealogical records with any of the local libraries? Thanks for any and all help. Jo Ann Schmidt
Jo Ann Brant Schmidt <Jschm21735@aol.com>
Houston, Tx. USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 15:49:15 (EST)
Searching for the parents of George Bean SMITH born 26 May 1876 in Bainbridge. George died in IL 15 Feb 1950.
Nancy Wach <nancywach@uswest.net>
Greeley, CO USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 15:20:37 (EST)
LANDIS, LANDISS, LANDES, LANDESS, LANDICE, etc. Looking for information on any of the LANDIS families, (and any variant spellings), of Lancaster Co., PA, for a database of all the LANDISes in the United States. If you are interested in submitting your LANDIS info., or if you have any questions concerning the project, please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.
Lauren K. Landis <LKLandis@aol.com>
Canton, OH USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 14:26:49 (EST)
PIERSON/PEARSON, Samuel. searching for parents of Samue. Samuel was born 14 Feb 1816-21 in PA. Palce or county unknown. I found a Samuel Person , 1820 on a Palladium CD-Rom. I couldn't access it further than his name and Lancaster county. Does anyone have a Samuel in their lines that "went West" and didn't return? I first found him hin Jackson Co, VA, 11 Dec 1841 marrying Sarah A WHite from Beaver CO, PA. He appears to have known her for at least a few months prior to marriage because the first child is born six months later, July 1841. He lived to become my great grandfather. Any help greatly appreciated.
Merry Anne Pierson <tfsengnr@worldnet.att.net>
Nashville, TN USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 13:10:25 (EST)
BETZ-I am interested in any information that anyone might have for Martin BETZ and/or Andreas BETZ. They are assumed to be brothers. Martin BETZ and Andreas BETZ both immigrated from Germany through the port of Philadelphia aboard the ship Edinburgh in Sept. 1751. They are both listed in the Pennsylvania Archives Series as being in "Col. Alexander Lowery's Third Battalion, Capt. Abraham Forey. for the middle district Rapho Twp., Manheim, Lancaster County, Pa."
Tina Wininsky <tindan@hotmail.com>
Hermitage, Pa USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 10:02:17 (EST)
I am looking for marriage and birth information on John J. Lutz and Elizabeth Williams. They had a son, John W. Lutz born October 15, 1848. He was born in Petersburg. I would also appreciate any info I could get on Mary Delp and Joseph Orr. Mary was born in Lancaster County in 1842. John was born in Ireland but I believe they were married in Lancaster county in about 1857 or 1858. Thank you!
Karen Lutz <travel@eddiebauer.com>
Redmond, Wa USA - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 09:48:48 (EST)
I am looking for the surnames Stinespring and Sellers
Jim Stinespring <MeJMS@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 22:55:41 (EST)
Need info. on the Huppert Family. Family lived in Lancastor Co.PA. late 1700's if not before. John Huppert sr. married Sarah or Susan ? son John Huppert jr. b-1800-1822 PA. married Elizabeth Wright b-VA.? same dates. Family went to Adams Co.Ill.by1850-60 and resided there many yrs. no early info. on this family. Thanks in advance. janetnanny@aol.com
Janet Taylor <janetnanny@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 22:46:06 (EST)
Seeking information concerning Hugh PARKER SR believed to have been born in Lancaster county PA about 1722. Warranteees of land in the county 1733-1896, lists his having owned various parcels of land.
Joan Stoner <jstoner@navix.net>
Roca, NE USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 20:37:18 (EST)
I am looking for information concerning an ancestor, David Metz, who was born in Lancaster Co., PA, on 6/18/1826 (parents unknown). If anyone knows anything about this individual, I would appreciate hearing from them. Thanks.
Lori Opland <lopland@dtgnet.com>
Canton, SD USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 19:42:44 (EST)
Searching for church records of Michael WITTEL and his wife nancy FROWNFELTER (or FRAUENFELDER0
W.T.Wittel <wwittel@aol.com>
Marietta, GA USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 19:38:38 (EST)
Adam Stauffer or Adam Slauffer who married Nancy Stumboch, children Susanna and MIldred. Nancy maybe from Holland or her name was (-) Stumboch-Holland
Kim Walterskac41059@eznet.net>
LittleValley, NY USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 15:27:43 (EST)
HECKER,HILE..Looking for any info on a HECKER from Lancaster Co that married a Ella Frances Hile of Franklin Co.
B Hile <bhile@epix.net>
Chambersburg, PA USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 14:33:32 (EST)
MARTIN/URY/OURIE; PA,USA>OH,USA; 1775-1848 Please help me determine if the following John and Arthur MARTIN are related. And, can you help me determine if Susanna OURIE and Susanna URY are the same person? Any ideas you have for how I might determine these answers will be greatly appreciated. Details for identifying these folks follow. Facts and coincidences: -siblings of one family sometimes married siblings in another family...such as John & Arthur MARTIN and Eva Margaret & Susanna URY -the birth dates of all four are about right for my MARTIN/OURIE[URY] folks, so they could have come from the same MARTIN and URY siblings. -Lancaster and York are next to each other so travel was feasible -Eva Margaret URY had a known sister Susanna URY [could have become the wife of John MARTIN] -the mother of Susanna and Eva Margaret URY was also Eva Margaret URY [and if John and Susanna MARTIN followed the conventional pattern of naming their first daughter for the maternal grandmother, Eva MARGARET Ury, that could explain why John and Susanna DID have a first daughter named Margaret.] -Arthur[MARTIN]is a good Scots-Irish name, and John MARTIN's parents were Scots-Irish -Arthur and Eva Margaret [URY] MARTIN moved from Lancaster Co., PA to near Cadiz, Harrison Co., OH in 1817. Cadiz is just 10 miles north of the National Road through Belmont Co. which is where John and Susanna [OURIE] MARTIN had moved in about 1800. -Eva Margaret URY was baptised in a Lutheran Reformed Church, possibly similar to the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church of York, York, PA that John and Susanna MARTIN had their son Samuel baptised in, 30 Aug 1800. So much for the interesting possibilities. More facts: John MARTIN was reportedly born in York, York, PA circa 1775. Susanna OURIE was born circa 1777, possibly in PA or nearby. John MARTIN and Susanna OURIE married about 1797, probably in the York/Lancaster counties region. Their first son, Samuel, was baptised in Christ Evangelical Reformed Lutheran Church, York, York, PA. Arthur MARTIN was born in Lancaster Co., PA. Eva Margaretha URY was born 30 Nov 1771 in Lancaster Co. They were married 21 Aug 1804 in Lancaster Co. Both were Lutherans. Eva Mararetha URY had a sister Susanna URY born 1 Oct 1780, Lancaster Co., PA. Their parents were George and Eva Margaretha [SCHLEBACH] URY. In about 1800, John and Susanna [OURIE] MARTIN moved to Belmont Co., OH. In 1817, Arthur and Eva Margaretha [URY] MARTIN moved to Cadiz, Harrison, OH, roughly 10-15 miles north of John and Susanna MARTIN. Questions: 1. Are Susanna OURIE, born circa 1777, who married John MARTIN, and Susanna URY, born 1780, sister to Eva Margaretha URY, the same person? 2. Are John MARTIN, born circa 1775 in York Co., PA and Arthur MARTIN, born just south of York in Lancaster Co., probably about the same time period, related? I really appeciate your help. -- -Bill Martin Denver, CO, USA mailto:martinbill@earthlink.net
Bill Martin <martinbill@earthlink.net>
Denver, CO USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 13:32:39 (EST)
I would like information on Peter Keener. He came to Pa. in the mid 1700's from either Holland or Germany.He dided in Lancaster Co. Pa. in 1757. Children were Ulrich, Adam, William, and Hans. The sons came here in 1727.
Sharon Moose <sharonmoose@excite.com>
Fenwick, WV USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 10:34:16 (EST)
I am trying to learn about SAMUEL OSBORNE, born in Phila., in 1818, moved to LANCASTER COUNTY and taught school there; He married ADELAIDE SOURBECK there, and by 1850 they had moved to BEAVER COUNTY, PA., where they are on the 1850 U. S. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Census.
George Hanson <gbh@airmail.net>
Dallas, TX USA - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 00:09:07 (EST)
Seeking the forebears of William Frederick SUYDAM, b 7/20/1891, d 1963. Anyone who has information about any persons named Suydam/Suydom/Sedam/Sedom please contact hugoschro@aol.com.
Hugo Schroeder <hugoschro@aol.com>
Delmar, NY USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 20:16:00 (EST)
Searching for death and burial records on the following people: Horace Alleman, date of death Jan 14, 1887, in or around Safe Harbour, Lancaster County, and Rebecca Book Alleman, date of death sometime after 1870.
Kathleen A. Groll <Kagrag@worldnet.att.net>
Des Plaines, IL USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 17:32:09 (EST)
Searching for burial records on the following people; Thomas Winnemore, died March 28, 1837 in Elizabethtown, Lancaster County, and Evan Green Winnemore, died April 1, 1832 in Columbia, Lancaster County. Would appreciate help or suggestions in finding these records.
Kathleen A. Groll <Kagrag@worldnet.att.net>
Des Plaines, IL USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 17:31:04 (EST)
Searching for school records for Elizabethtown, Lancaster County, for the years 1836-1849. Does anyone know if such a thing exists? I'm researching the name WINNEMORE in that town and time period.
Kathleen A. Groll <Kagrag@worldnet.att.net>
Des Plaines, IL USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 17:28:55 (EST)
Nesbit/McClintock. I am looking for information on William Nesbiet Abt 1750 and his wife Agnes McClintock Nesbit(1754-1836) also from Cumberland Ct and Alleg.Ct. They migrated to Bourbon Ky I would like to get information on their families. Thank You Mary
Mary Ruksznis <mary.marco@isiline.it>
Savigliano, Italy - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 17:25:13 (EST)
HUBER/SHANK: Looking for information on origins, ancestors and descendants of Daniel HUBER, born Harve(?), Germany, Died Lancaster Co., PA, at age 103, date unknown. Daniel and his wife (unknown) had two children (possibly more),Henry, b. June 29, 1805 in Lancaster Co. and Samuel, b. unknown in Lancaster Co. Henry married Elizabeth Shank of Lancaster Co. (b. May 22, 1804). They lived in Lancaster Co., PA until sometime after March 1832. By November 1833, they were living in New Carlisle, Ohio. They had the following children: Abraham Huber, b. 1-25-1826, d. 12-3-1907 New Carlisle, Ohio; Henry Huber Jr., b. 11-14-1827, Died Chicago, Ill; Benjamin Huber, b. 6-8-1829, d. Ohio; Christian Huber, b. 11-3-1830, d. Ohio; Jacob Huber, b. 2-18-1832, d. 3-13-1832 Lancaster Co.; John Huber, b. 11-9-1833, New Carlisle, Ohio, d. 7-23-1883 Girard, Ill. I have information on the descendants of Abraham and John (my gggrandfather).
Kim Kendall <kendallone@uswest.net>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 15:36:09 (EST)
where is paxton township using "Map of Lancaster County Townships"
robert graham <RGr3004231>
davenport, ia USA - Wednesday, January 27, 1999 at 07:27:59 (EST)
I am looking for any information on the Amway family. They mostly were around the Lancaster and Chester Counties.
Lori Amway <llarat@brandywine.net>
Lincoln University, pa USA - Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at 22:10:56 (EST)
I am seeking information on Barbery Annus/Annis, b. Sept. 16, 1782 at York Pa. She married Coonrad Schmidt/Smith (b. ca. 1782, York Co. Pa) there and about 1836 they removed to Knox County, Illinois where Coonrad used the name Smith. It is said that he served in the War of 1812. Descendants settled in Fulton, Henry, Knox and Peoria counties in Illinois, and then in the third generation to Rice County, Kansas and Ellis County, Oklahoma. Surnames added to Smith in the Second Generatin include: Bicknell, Case, Dennis, Erickson, Gingrich, Gladfelter, Gould, Hager, Hartsook, Newman, Rudy, Youngs, Sargeant, and Wysenberger. Surnames added in the third generation include Ashby, Bothwell, Bright, Cramer, Curtis, Dalton, Day, Dossett, Ellison, Erboot,Heaton, Heffernan, Hendrickson, Horlocker, Johnson, Johnston, Kealson, King, McDaniels, McGovern, Mahnesmith, Moak, Scott, Sloan, Spencer, Spore, Stewart and Witt They had 13 children: Elizabeth "Betsy" Rebecca, b. Nov 2, 1803 John, b. Dec 9, 1804 Catherine, b. Feb. 9, 1805 Conrad, b. November 1807 Jacob C., b. July 26, 1808 Henry b. August 1810 George, b. Sept. 1812 Peter, b. Feb. 21 1816 Barbara, b. July 5, 1816 Rebecca, b. July 19, 1818 Mary A., b. 1820 Charles P., b. Jan 9, 1828 Michael, b. March 24, 1829 I am seeking information on Barbery Annus/Annis, b. Sept. 16, 1782 at York Pa. She married Coonrad Schmidt/Smith there and about 1836 they removed to Knox County, Illinois where Coonrad used the name Smith. It is said that he served in the War of 1812. Descendants settled in Fulton, Henry, Knox and Peoria counties in Illinois, and then in the third generation to Rice County, Kansas and Ellis County, Oklahoma. Surnames added to Smith in the Second Generatin include: Bicknell, Case, Dennis, Erickson, Gingrich, Gladfelter, Gould, Hager, Hartsook, Newman, Rudy, Youngs, Sargeant, and Wysenberger. Surnames added in the third generation include Ashby, Bothwell, Bright, Cramer, Curtis, Dalton, Day, Dossett, Ellison, Erboot,Heaton, Heffernan, Hendrickson, Horlocker, Johnson, Johnston, Kealson, King, McDaniels, McGovern, Mahnesmith, Moak, Scott, Sloan, Spencer, Spore, Stewart and Witt They had 13 children: Elizabeth "Betsy" Rebecca, b. Nov 2, 1803 John, b. Dec 9, 1804 Catherine, b. Feb. 9, 1805 Conrad, b. November 1807 Jacob C., b. July 26, 1808 Henry b. August 1810 George, b. Sept. 1812 Peter, b. Feb. 21 1816 Barbara, b. July 5, 1816 Rebecca, b. July 19, 1818 Mary A., b. 1820 Charles P., b. Jan 9, 1828 Michael, b. March 24, 1829
Linda Wolff <wolfhaus@txcr.net>
Victoria, TX USA - Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at 22:09:44 (EST)
I am looking for information regarding Samuel RICHARDSON, b.2/27/1779 in Strasberg. His parents were John RICHARDSON and Lydia BAKER. Samuel married Mary BLACKLEDGE who was born 4/6/1782. They were married in Green Co.,Pa. and eventually settled in Columbiana Co., Ohio and then Beaver County Pa. John RICHARDSON and Lycia BAKER were married in Christ's Church, Philadelphia, Pa.on 9/2/1770. Thank you in advance for any information received. Jean Branstiter
Jean Branstiter <retbrenham@aol.com>
Brenham, Tx. USA - Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at 21:22:06 (EST)
Greetings...I am looking for any information on Samuel Miller born ca 1783 in Lancaster Co., PA, and his wife Esther Zimmerman Miller born ca 1788 also in Lancaster Co., PA. Any information would be helpful. Thanks! Bill
Bill Dahlberg <billd70@essex1.com>
Oregon, IL USA - Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at 12:38:22 (EST)
Looking for the WILLIS family who resided in Lancaster Co. about 1780 to 1810 when they moved to Perry Co. Ohio. males were James, b. 1788, Warden b. 1806, Sampson 1808, female Eleanor 1802 and two others names unknown. There was possibly an Isaac b. 1797 who m. Elizabeth Wishart in Harrison Co. Ohio. Any information on this family appreciated.
Jean Campbell <campobella@wworld.com>
Olney, IL USA - Monday, January 25, 1999 at 22:08:07 (EST)
DUNLAP - looking for Dunlap researchers in the Scotch-Irish communities of the 1700s and 1800s in eastern Lancaster County, specifically ancestry and descendents of Nancy Dunlap who married William Johnson very late 1700s or very early 1800s - both buried at Middle Octoara Presbyterian Church. Bob Ballantyne 103617.2230@compuserve.com
Bob Ballantyne <103617.2230@compuserve.com>
Gilbertsville, PA USA - Monday, January 25, 1999 at 09:23:42 (EST)
maiden name 1960S MARY K. WALTON 313 BROADMORE DR. WILLOW STREET, PA.
ED MC CAULEY <ejmc238@lancnews.infi.net >
lancaster, pa USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 22:14:03 (EST)
Looking for info on a Helen Stoyer who died in Lancaster PA between 1990 and 1998
Paul Pruden <PPruden@aol.com>
Davenport, Ia. USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 20:28:33 (EST)
DRUMMOND, James b. 1764 enlisted in Rev. War 1777 Cumberland County, PA. Brother Samuel b. about 1755 same unit. James m. Nancy Griffith b.7-6-1768. Samuel m. Nancy Clugston. Children of James/Nancy are:John b. 1788, Margaret b. 1806, Hannah b. 1791, Nellie b. 1794, David b. 1797, Nancy b. 1799, Matilda b. 1803, Lettia b. 1805, James 1810, Rebecca b. 1815, Malinda b. ? (m. Jesse Coombs 1827). It is believed they came from the North of Ireland after leaving Scotland after the Jacobite Rebellion. Any help will be appreciated!
Marsha Drummond Smith <rms54549@gte.net>
Bryan, TX USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 18:21:59 (EST)
I am looking for information on a Dr. John Bucher(Booher) who settled in this county about 1747 as an immigrant from Ger. He had 3 (?) sons--Martin,John, and Adam(?)-wife unknown-any info greatly appreciated.
donna denton <jcline@planetc.com>
blountville, tn USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 17:05:18 (EST)
CORKER- Looking for Luke Corker born 1818 Lancaster, Pa Thanks, Jeanette
Jenette Burr <JPITTSBURR@aol.com>
San Bernardino, CA USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 12:15:36 (EST)
MURRAY. The Murray family reportedly lived in Lancaster after arriving here. The original immigrant may have been John Murray. However, other records show that James Murray and his wife Jeanette were the original immigrants. They may have brought with them a son named John. In either case, the elder Murray was a teacher. Please email me if you have any info to share.
Donna Allen <cherokee@cftnet.com>
USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 11:22:23 (EST)
SAUER family. Catherine Sauer married John Murray in late 1700s. Need info on both sets of parents. Will share.
Donna Allen <cherokee@cftnet.com>
USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 11:18:42 (EST)
Look for information on Leonard Earl Barton. Born Houston Run, Pa around 1915 in Lancaster county. Worked for Valley Camp Coal around 1950. My have been living in Triadelphia WV at this time. Thanks for any help you can give.
Virginia Barton <Vbar22@aol.com>
TX USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 23:28:37 (EST)
CAW, looking for any information on a Joseph, Nicholas, and Isaac Caw. They were in Lancaster County until after the Rev. War and migrated to Morgan County WVA. Any help will be appreciated.
Grace Painter <GPAINT@Interworldnet.net>
lake Havasu City, AZ USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 22:21:16 (EST)
FREY/FRY--Searching for information on George Frey/Fry who, according to the book "The New River Early Settlement" by Patricia Givens Johnson, once lived near Lititz in Lancaster Co. PA, then moved about 1770 to the New River/Sinking Creek area of Montgomery Co. VA (present day Giles Co.) He was associated with the Moravian Brethern in Lancaster Co. and his kinfolk were buried in the Hauck-Fry Cemetery of Lancaster Co. PA.
Bill Fry <thefrys@futura.net>
Cabot, AR USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 22:17:49 (EST)
Looking for information on my great Grandparent's Milton miller and his wife Belvederia who lived in West Hempfield Twp. My Grandfather Pharse Miller was born in 1881 and was the youngest son. They had other children but they did not show up on the 1870 census of West Hempfield Twp.
Maurice Miller <mauri76130@aol.com>
Tacoma, WA USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 21:11:49 (EST)
Grassel..Looking for information on fathers family..Eugene Grassel was born on July 9, 1899 to Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Grassel..Would like to know names of parents, when they came to Lancaster county and from where they came from...also Erwim and his wife ( name) their parents names...Thank you for any help.... Gene Grassel
Eugene Grassel Jr. <grass@redrose.net>
Elizabethtown, Pa USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 21:08:34 (EST)
Why is it that there have been no queries posted to this list since Dec. 14, 1998?
Ed Daveler <Edaveler@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 18:23:45 (EST)
Looking for John W. BRINKLEY b.Apr 29 1849 d.? Married Salinda Houck b. Nov 16 ????, father,brother and sisters. John and Salinda had six children. Any help would be appreciated, thank you.
Don Darkes <donguy@flash.net>
USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 17:43:20 (EST)
NEEL/NEILL, MICHAEL: Looking for information on John NEEL (b. ca 1712-1720 -Ireland d. 1791 - Martic, Lancaster County, PA) and his wife Dorcas MICHAEL. They had at least 8 children: Owen NEEL, Thomas NEEL, Darius NEEL, John NEEL, Joseph NEEL, Dorcas NEEL, and Adam NEILL.
Michelle Smith <mickey@internetwork.net>
Ore City, TX USA - Saturday, January 23, 1999 at 06:25:29 (EST)
Has anyone ever come accross any books pertaining to Lancaster Co.,Pa by a man named Gustav Anjou I have found reference to this man doing early research on the names of WILSON, THOMPSON, FINLEY. I have found reference to ANJOU BOOK OF WILSON RECORDS Another time I found reference to ANJOU BOOKS IN WILSON VOL LANCASTER CO PA... SO IF YOU HAVE EVER HEARD OF ANY BOOKS BY THIS ANJOU LET ME KNOW AND IF YOU KNOW WHERE TO FIND THEM. THANK YOU
John Yanik <taylor@helicon.net>
Brownfield, pa USA - Friday, January 22, 1999 at 22:18:33 (EST)
Joseph Hinkle supposedly enlisted in the Pa. milita in the Rev. war from Lancaster Co. Married Lydia Cook. Went to Ohio in 1789 with Capt. Abraham Covalt. Thanks,Ken Hinkle
Kenneth Hinkle <jaykay@siscom.net>
middletown, oh USA - Friday, January 22, 1999 at 18:46:30 (EST)
Im looking for the McMinn family,My grandmothers name was Pearl Virginia Herr, She married George McMinn SR. He died in 1952 and she died in june of 1997, I cant find any ties to my grandfathers family.If anyone knows any info about these people please e-mail me . Thank you.
Mike McMinn <dawgs@digital.net>
USA - Friday, January 22, 1999 at 11:13:07 (EST)
LOTT, Susana born 1851-53, Lancaster Co. Parents are Ernest & Catharine LOTT, from Hesse Darmstadt Germany. Can someone help find this birth? Thank you!
Pat <Sgtpierre@aol.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Wednesday, January 20, 1999 at 00:57:45 (EST)
LOTT, Susana born 1851-53, Lancaster Co. Parents are Ernest & Catharine LOTT, from Hesse Darmstadt Germany. Can someone help find this birth? Thank you!
Pat <Sgtpierre@aol.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Wednesday, January 20, 1999 at 00:56:38 (EST)
Seeking anyone with info on the John Hoff/Huff's recorded in Lancaster Co. PA on the 1810 census
Jeff Hoff <mjhoff@wavetech.net>
USA - Tuesday, January 19, 1999 at 12:03:53 (EST)
James Scott DICKEY listed in Lancaster in 1910 census. Anyone have any additional info? Will add more info later.
David B. Dickey <wildife@mlecmn.net>
Aitin , MN USA - Tuesday, January 19, 1999 at 01:00:01 (EST)
MARSHALL/KERR Looking for the parents of Mary MARSHALL born 1809, who came from Ireland at the age of 6, 1815. Lived with Dr. McManna in Elizabethtown about 1825. She married George KERR. They moved to Clarion County, PA in 1830. Any information on Mary MARSHALL parents would be appreciated. Thanks.
Doris Hall <DorisHall@aol.com>
Butler, PA USA - Monday, January 18, 1999 at 22:11:01 (EST)
I am trying to find information on Jacob Garman (German) born 1775. We believe he came from Pennsylvania into Virginia. He married Christinia Graybill, 8/11/1797 in Botetourt co. Va. Her parents were John Garybill(johannes grabiel) and Hanna Bonddecker. Family legend says that he came to VA with 3 brothers and a sister. The brother's names we know are Adam and Peter. Any help finding information on my elusive ancestor would be greatly appreciated.
Janet Garman Rodriques <blndntrng@aol.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Monday, January 18, 1999 at 21:15:40 (EST)
HAY, STEMAN, STAMEN, STEHMAN -- Searching for information on these family names that appear in Lancaster Co. in the 1790, 1800, and 1810 PA Census records.
Carol Dorward <cdorward@hrn.bradley.edu>
USA - Monday, January 18, 1999 at 16:50:23 (EST)
Looking for any information on the family of ISAIAH KEENER, born PA, wife's name unknown. Had at least one son, HENRY FRANKLIN KEENER, born Lancaster, PA 22 Sep 1860. Any information very much appreciated!
Ginger White <madhouse@inreach.com>
Grass Valley, CA USA - Monday, January 18, 1999 at 14:32:41 (EST)
Looking for any information on Jost or Yost GOETZ. He may have gone by the name of GATES. He arrived in Philadelphia on Oct. 10, 1768 from Rotterdam on the ship Minerva. He lived in Lancaster County where sons John, George, & Michael may have been born. He moved to North Carolina and the family later were in Muhlenberg County, KY then onto Illinois.
Marilyn Galvan <galvan@ctllc.com>
Girard, IL USA - Monday, January 18, 1999 at 02:12:31 (EST)
STOVER, HALDEMAN, RESSLER, LITCH: ggf Samuel Carson STOVER, md Mary Ann(?). Sons are Carson, Samuel and Clinton STOVER. My gf is Clinton, md Ella HULL. A son Kenneth is my father, md Verna RESSLER. My great- uncle Carson, md Maude (?) they had a daughter named Mary Jane. My great-uncle Samuel md Tillie (?), had a son Kenneth. My maternal grand- mothers maiden name before RESSLER was HALDEMAN, the daughter of Blanche LITCH and Daniel HALDEMAN. My maternal grandfather Benjamin RESSLER was adopted and raised by a family named FERGUSON. All are known to have lived in Lancaster County, PA.
STOVER, Kenneth <kendora@hula.net>
Mililani, Hawaii USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 20:58:25 (EST)
I know this is a broad search but I am looking for any information on Robert Crawfords born in Pa between 1790 and 1798. I know he was born in Pa and was in the 1820 census in Monroe Co., Oh at age 26-30 because he was 30-40 in the 1830 census. I would like any help or advice you may have. His first child was born 1816-1820 Sincerely, Ron Humble
Ron Humble <REHu43@aol.com>
Englewood, Oh USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 19:12:07 (EST)
Elizabeth GROFF (DOB 7/31/1845) married Samuel Wolfe Mohler (DOB 7/4/1850) on 01/11/1874. Both probably born in Lancaster, County, and lived there throughout their lives. Would like to know her parents names and birthdates.
Gail Holdeman <gaile@sherbtel.net>
MN USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 17:04:39 (EST)
Ries (Riess, Rees) Searching for information of Johanne Jacob Ries b. 1715 in Germany m. Anna, sons Valentine m. Christina Harmon 1769, Marten, daughters Mary and Barbara m. Frederick Shor in Lancaster PA.
Bob Jones<mntwizard@cheta.net>
Arden , NC USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 11:00:10 (EST)
BURRACRES OR BURAKER. Looking for the needle in the haystack. All I have is Amelia (Mille) Burracres b. 5/27/1827 d. 7/5/1894. Married William Richards Jr. a preacher. Amerlia's father was Penn Dutch.
Jane Fanganiello <janerealty@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 10:57:20 (EST)
HOLLIS / GREAR-GRIER-/ JOSEPH HOLLIS md Jane GREAR 22 Jan 1828 at Chester county, PA. (known fact) They had 4 children (known fact): 1. Robert b 1831 Chester/Lancaster co, PA md Celina BHYMER 2. John b 1832 3. Margaret called "Alma" b 1834 Lancaster co, PA md 1 Feb 1855 Robert HUMPHREY 4. Mary Jane b 1836 md Valparaiso, Porter, IN Andrew FLEMING My question..You see Joseph then moved to Knox county, Ohio I don't know if Jane GREAR died in Lancaster county PA., & Joseph HOLLIS went by him self to Knox county & married there Jane QUINN..or if my Jane GREAR didn't die in Lancaster county, PA and he didn't re-marry. There was 7 more children: 1. Sarah A 2. Adeline 3. Eliza 4. Hannah 5. a male child 6. Joseph Joseph took his wife Jane and children removed from Knox co Ohio to Valparaiso, Porter, Indiana. I have searched birth/ death records..I know for a fact that the first 4 children belonged to Joseph's first wife Jane GREAR. The death certificates for the other children lists Jane [no surname) as the mother. That is of the ones that I was able to obtain the certificates for. Thank you for reading my query Wilma Fleming Haynes gencon@harborside.com
Wilma Fleming Haynes <gencon@harborside.com>
Brookings, OR USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 10:33:16 (EST)
Looking for information on one James BLACK whose will was probated on Feb. 7 1806 in Martic Township, Lancaster Co. James had several children, Mary, Thomas, James, David, Margaret John and Hugh. Believe some of these children, James especially, migrated on into Illinois and then to Missouri (Jasper and Barton Co.). Other family names that might be migrating with them are: CARTER, SHELL, HEBERLIN OR HEVERLIN, VOORIS. Any information would be greatly appreciated! Millie
Millie Conrad <abmillie@aol.com>
Ft. Collins, CO USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 10:07:51 (EST)
EPLER - Seeking connections. Thanks!
Bob Miller <BMiller247@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 06:45:02 (EST)
LANE or LEHN Cornelius: married a Elizabeth BAUMAN first wife. He remarried about 1746 to Elizabeth (who) they had one daughter Veronica who married Michael BAUER . Searching for the second wife's surname. Elizabeth______ born about 1720 died May 1782, Lancaster Co, PA. Thank You.
Diana Bowman<902dbowman@aol.com>
Sarver, PA USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 01:58:35 (EST)
Looking for connections to the McIlvain and Larimer names. Andrew McIlvain was b 1736 in Lancaster Co., M Mary Larimer, b 1744, Lancaster Co., m presumably also in Lancaster. Also, Moses B. McIlvain, b 1774, m Mary Larimer, b 1773, father Thomas Larimer. Moses B. was the son of Andrew.
Mac <cce@bewellnet.com>
Idaho Springs, Co USA - Saturday, January 16, 1999 at 14:49:58 (EST)
I am looking for info. on John Sr. MUSSELMAN, born on 10 May 1750; died on 25 May 1821; buried in May 1821 at Lower Claar Cem., Greenfield Twp., Blair Co., Pa. He had two sons: John Jr. and Jacob Sr. He was married twice. First wife unknown, the second: Barbara BOYER, born on 6 Nov 1749; died on 21 Aug 1828 at Lower Claar Cem., Greenfield Twp., Blair Co., Pa. I don't know where he came from. A recent lead suggests he may be the son of Christian and Barbara MUSSELMAN. Christian born abt. 1705 in Germany and died in 1755 in Lancaster Co., Pa. He arrived in Pennsylvania in 1733. There was a John MUSSELMAN at Cocalico Township, Lancaster Co. between 1771-1786. Any info. would be grately appreciated.
Tracy <royharper@tinet.ie>
Rep. of Ireland - Saturday, January 16, 1999 at 12:19:57 (EST)
Alexander McConnell ,1695-1754 lived Drumore Twp. His wife was Mary poss. Work or Porter, 1711-1796. Children,John, Samuel, Mary, William,Martha & Finwell. D Drumore Mary McConnell died Guilford Co. NC. The boys all died in Drumore, girls married Mary to Blair; Martha to Lackey & Finwell to Francis McBride. Husbands all from Lancaster,PA. Want contact with John, Samuel & William descendants.,also Blair,Leakey & McBride lines.
Valeska Vicars<BHa7226009@aol.com>
Arlington , TX USA - Friday, January 15, 1999 at 23:56:44 (EST)
DRAKE - Searching for Drake family members who lived in Little Britain, Lancaster Co. George, Betsy, William, Jonathon, John Menthorn.
Shirley <jamcneil@psesd.org>
Federal Way, WA USA - Friday, January 15, 1999 at 12:44:10 (EST)
WALTERS, RHODES - Seeking parents of David WALTERS born 11 Jul. 1806 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and his wife Elizabeth RHODES born 8 Mar. 1816 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This couple were probably married ca 1840s in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. They moved to Juniata County, Pennsylvania in the late 1840s. Any help would be appreciated. I am willing to share any information I have about this part of the family.
Joanne P. Howard <rjhoward@mainlink.net>
New Albany, IN USA - Friday, January 15, 1999 at 07:43:39 (EST)
I'm researching the WEIMER family history. My line begins with Matheas Weymer (b. Langensaltzbach, France) coming to the US with sons Valentine, Jacob and Adam in 1750. The 3 split up, going to Ohio, Maryland, and ??? Any information welcome, and I can provide what I have in return. Thanks in advance.
Gary Weimer <gweimer@mail.one.net>
Mason, OH USA - Thursday, January 14, 1999 at 20:49:46 (EST)
FREDERICK; Searching for any information on JOHN FREDERICK Esq. listed in the 1800 Pa. census as living in Mount Joy Lancaster Co., Pa. this is all I know about John, how ever, my line, David Frederick was born 11/17/1820 in Mount Joy . I'm trying to make a connection between them.
Clark D Frederic <ccf1097@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, January 14, 1999 at 14:25:45 (EST)
Searching for any information on Rachel Orr b: abt 1725 Married John Blakely abt 1742.
Kelly Adams <Adamskm@aol.com>
Lakewood, co USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 23:07:35 (EST)
Surnames: Ozenbaugh, Macon In 1840 - 1900 there are a sprinkling of Ozenbaughs located in Northern Indiana. Many, including Henry Ozenbaugh are said to be from PA. Looking for info on Henry Ozenbaugh, b. about 1820 - 1825 , married "Sarah" and was living in Cass Co. IN by 1860, perhaps living in Wabash Co. IN by 1840. Looking for info on Henry Ozenbaugh (Osenbaugh, Ozenbach, etc.)
Jeff Harding <jharding@evansville.net>
Evansville, IN USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 17:30:21 (EST)
Looking for info of descendants of GEORGE EICKER of Silver Spring, a well known wagon maker. He had 12 children born 1856 to 1877: John(m. Emma MISNER), Lizzie(m. Frederick BURTZ), Lewis, Annie(m. Horace BARD), Jacob(m. Annie GOHN), Caroline, George(m. Mary MCKINNEY), Henry(m. Annie HERSHEY), Mary (m. Abram FLOYD), Lillie, Laura (m. Feree HOOVER) and Minnie (m. Samuel STAUFFER). Would love to get more info on any of the above and their children.
Kim Eicker McKelvey <McKelveyK@mlhs.org>
PA USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 14:32:34 (EST)
Looking for Nathan Cochran and wife Susan Spears who had 3 children, two sons and a daughter. Only have name of son James born 1732, married Sarah Cartmell, possibly in Frederick County, VA, migrated to Nelson and Bullitt County, KY. Can anyone help? Be glad to exchange my limited information.
Bena Taylor Kirkscey <BenaTKirk@aol.com>
Rosebud, TX USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 14:07:51 (EST)
Looking for any data on HILE, HEIL, HIEL, HYLE
B Hile <bhile@epix.net>
Chambersburg, PA USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 04:35:41 (EST)
I am searching for the parents and family of Leonard SHIELDS born Maryland or PA ca 1778, he married a Susannah, born ca 1788. Either the family or just Leonard and his family moved to Marietta, Lancaster County, where he and Susanna raised a large family.
Elmer Zink <ezink@eudoramail.com>
USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 03:13:46 (EST)
SWORDS, BISHOFF, HOHLMAN, BARR Looking for any information on the previous surnames in Lancaster Co. and all or any of PA.
Timothy Swords <tlswords2@juno.com>
Antelope, Ca USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 02:45:02 (EST)
Searching for information on Samuel LINTON who married Elizabeth GILMORE 9 Nov 1761, New Holland, Lancaster Co. Their daughter, Jane LINTON m. William CAMERON and lived in Hempfield around 1800. Glad to exchange information.
Patti Kruger <pattik@startel.net>
College Station, TX USA - Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 00:04:36 (EST)
interested in Kings of Little Brittian Twp.Lancaster Co. Thomas R. King b. 1811 d. 1891 in Ill. he married Violetta L. Griffith.
elizabeth <enoblitt@wworld.com>
hutsonville, il USA - Monday, January 11, 1999 at 21:44:01 (EST)
Seeking info. on Joseph CLOUD, who received a grant of 500 ac. in Paxtang (on the Pequea, I believe) in 1715 and who appears to have taken up residence there at some point after 1719. He was married to Ruth JERVIS; died abt 1728. Particularly interested in anything related to his children.
Harry Hogan <harryhogan@erols.com>
Washington, D.C. USA - Monday, January 11, 1999 at 15:50:18 (EST)
FASSNACHT, FASTNACHT Seek info on my Adam FASSNACHT married Elizabeth SINGER 18 NOV 1798 Evan. Luth. Church, New Holland, Lancaster Co., PA.
Scott Hodlmair <hodlmair@mcs.net>
Des Plaines, IL USA - Monday, January 11, 1999 at 13:50:47 (EST)
Seeking information on the parents of Henry, Sarah, William, and Margaret Mercer. They all were born in County Down, Ireland and came to America with their parents in 1788, settling in Lancaster County. Three of the children, Henry, Sarah and William left Lancaster County and moved to Mercer County, Pennsylvania. William Mercer was Naturalised 21 Jul 1807 in Mercer County. All three are buried in the Neshannock Presbyterian Cemetery in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania.
William Mercer <mercer@nccoast.net>
Ocean Isle Beach, NC USA - Monday, January 11, 1999 at 11:22:59 (EST)
Does anyone have information about Martin & Ann Marg Eichelberger, who had a son Casper christened 11 Feb 1759 Lancaster Co. Pa.------ Also does anyone have info about a Joseph Eichelberger, b-11 Feb 1747 and his sister Mary b-abt 1752, their father was Martin. Thanks for any info.
Norma Eickelberger <eickel@smithville.net>
French Lick, In USA - Monday, January 11, 1999 at 08:45:15 (EST)
In 1800 a Caleb EVANS settled in Hampshire County, VA (now WV). He married Eve Wadel and their children were Abel, Alexander, David and Peter. He died in 1847. Who were the parents and siblings of Caleb?
Michael M. Foreman <vforeman@shentel.net>
Winchester, VA USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 22:06:33 (EST)
Seeking parents of Benjamin EVANS who was born circa 1778. He settled Hampshire County, VA 1805-1810. He married Priscilla Bosley and their children: Abraham,. Edward (Ned), Jacob, Nancy and Elinor. He at first lived next to Caleb Evans although their relationship is unknown. In 1830, Benjamin moved next door to Hardy County, VA (now WV). He stated on 1850 census he was born in PA. He died in 1866.
Michael Foreman <vforeman@shentel.net>
Winchester, VA USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 22:04:30 (EST)
MC DONALD - John married Mattie McDonald (maiden name). They had Mary Jane McDonald, who lived in Carlisle, Cumberland County. Mary Jane married Wm. Siebert (Sibbits), John Weaver and William McCoy. She died in Carlisle in 1861. She had several sons, one of whom was Harvey W. McCoy. Thanks.
Pat Bradley <for.the.birds@att.net>
San Mateo, CA USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 20:54:13 (EST)
Please cancel my query of 8 Jan 99 for info on Lucy Anne HINDERLITER. Wrong location. Thanks, and sorry for the inconvenience.
Fred Peterson <fhpete@ptld.uswest.net>
Beaverton, OR USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 20:17:13 (EST)
Seeking inf. re. marriage of Asher LAYTON b. 1735 N.J. & Hester/Esther TAYLOR. May have resided in Lancaster Co., PA, prior to formation of Bedford Co.
Barbara Long Emery <HYBY@WILLARD-OH.COM>
Willard, OH USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 18:54:32 (EST)
I recently aquired a will of Sara Grebill, Widow of John Grebill, Earl Twp. lancaster Co., dated 1812. Is anyone interested in this document?
Richard F. Kline <rkjkls@aol.com>
Coatesville, Pa USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 18:51:08 (EST)
I recently aquired a will of Sara Grebill, Widow of John Grebill, Earl Twp. lancaster Co., Is anyone interested in this document?
Richard F. Kline <rkjkls@aol.com>
Coatesville, Pa USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 18:45:42 (EST)
I am trying to prove parentage for JACOB TROUT/TRAUT b. abt 1749 ...probably in LANCASTER. PA.and d. abt 1802 in probably KNOX CO., TN married BARBARA PRICE? I don't know anything else on this man and was hoping someone else might be looking for his parents. He had at least 8 children and I have some of their names.
Patricia Knight <pknight1@fidnet.com>
Cuba, MO USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 16:35:59 (EST)
Looking for info on Charles Dougherty. Moved to Lancaster(1790-1820) Co. from Ireland and lived there until his death. Thanks.
Nelson Demarest <hdemar9054@aol.com>
Jersey Shore, PA USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 14:45:30 (EST)
RIEHM, Anna Margareth Riehm married Jacob Zartman 14 Aug 1744 in Warwick, Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania. Could anyone tell me who her parents were?
Margaret Hathcock <lahata@worldnet.att.net>
USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 14:35:24 (EST)
HILT I'm looking for information on Henry HILT who is listed in 1790 Census for Lancaster Co. When and where was he born? Who was his wife? his parents? children?
Carol Bakle <rfbcjb@aol.com>
Fort Wayne, IN USA - Saturday, January 09, 1999 at 19:13:03 (EST)
GROFF/GRAFF: According to F.W. Beers "History of Montgomery Co.", Jacob GRAFF b. abt 1767 came from Hanover PA. Had sons Peter and Philip and lived in Fonda, Montgomery Co., NY. Later, a Jacob showed up in Hope, Hamilton Co., NY and moved to Wells. Other Groff's who may be from the same family are: John GROFF b. 1762 who lived in Town of Mohawk, NY 1790 Census moved to Hope, Hamilton Co., NY in 1792, purchased land there and raised a family. Have decendency. He had two sons; John P. abt 1790 and Overocker Groff b. 1798. which because of his first name probably indicates that John's (b.1762) wife's maiden name was OVEROCKER/OBEROCKER/OVERACKER. Another Groff believed to be a relative smae area is a Christian Groff b. 1768. "History of Futlon County" by Frothingham states that his father came from Germany/Switzerland. He had a son Benjamin and a grandson Daniel married to Eve FAILING. Dan went back to Germany to try to reclaim land there and also at one time went to Hope. Also believe to be brothers of the above are a henry b. 1796 and a Jerre b. 1778. An Abraham may also be related but have no decendency for him. Have a lot of information on the decendency of these lines but need help connecting them. Believe they came from Germany/Switzerland and settled in the York County/Lancaster County area and moved to New York in the 1780's. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Marcia Buffett <pinezone@northnet.org>
Port Leyden, NY USA - Saturday, January 09, 1999 at 10:53:51 (EST)
(Note this query has correct e-mail address.) PENNOCK. Searching for the parents of George Merle Pennock b. 28 Jan 1828, PA (graduated from Lancaster Public Schools in 1840) m. Elizabeth Pool 18 July 1850, Lancaster. Children: William Henry, Franklin Pierce, Charles Stephen Girard, Mary Elizabeth, Emma Almma, Anna Margaret, George Grant, Alice Bertha and Albert P. all born Lancaster. Family moved to KS during 1880. Thanks for any assistance
Richard McReynolds <rlm@ksnews.com>
USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 23:53:43 (EST)
PENNOCK. Searching for the parents of George Merle Pennock b. 28 Jan 1828, PA (graduated from Lancaster Public Schools in 1840) m. Elizabeth Pool 18 July 1850, Lancaster. Children: William Henry, Franklin Pierce, Charles Stephen Girard, Mary Elizabeth, Emma Almma, Anna Margaret, George Grant, Alice Bertha and Albert P. all born Lancaster. Family moved to KS during 1880. Thanks for any assistance.
Richard McReynolds <rlm@ksnew.com>
USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 23:50:59 (EST)
Are the Lancaster Co. intestate records from 1847 available in print or on microfilm? Are 1840 Lancaster Public School records available? If so what information do they contain (parents)? Thanks. Rich
Richard McReynolds <rlm@ksnews.com>
USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 23:42:05 (EST)
Looking for info on any PATRICK HUGH he was my 8 great grand father. He died in Lancaster County PA in 1778
Teresa Gossar <btja@soltec.com>
Danville, Il USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 20:31:11 (EST)
Looking for info on any PATRICK HUGH he was my 8 great grand father. He died in Lancaster County PA in 1778
Teresa Gossar <btja@soltec.com>
Danville, Il USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 20:31:01 (EST)
Looking for info on any PATRICK HUGH he was my 8 great grand father. He died in Lancaster County PA in 1778
Teresa Gossar <btja@soltec.com>
Danville, Il USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 20:30:39 (EST)
I seeking info on a PHILIP HESS born 1808 in PA married Nancy 1811 in PA. Also MARGARET SCHAFFER born 1833 in PA.
Teresa Gossar <btja@soltec.com>
Danville, Il USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 20:04:59 (EST)
I am searching for information of Surnames Ehler , Huff and Panghorn . Daniel Ehler was married to Emma Panghorn and they had a Child named Florence Ehler which is my Grandmother . Daniels' Father was Benjamin Ehler and his Mothers name was Marjorie . I have found there was a Daniel Ehler listed in the 1790 Federal CENSUS , Lancaster County , Pennsylvania . If anyone can help me find more information on the Ehler name I would be most thankful . Eileen .
Eileen Brudwick <alacookie@aol.com>
New Hope , Mn USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 19:35:20 (EST)
Looking for someone who has information on Adam Stoneking who is buried in Lancaster Co. Believe death date before 1858. Would like to know if he lived in Lancaster Co. and if anyone has his wifes name and location of his grave.
Randy Simmons <rsimmon@wirefire.com>
USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 16:58:27 (EST)
Looking for ancestors/siblings of Lucy Anne HINDERLITER, b. April 3 1830 in New Lancaster PA. Moved to Indiana before 1849 and married Benjamin Daniel Smith there on Nov 5 1849. Any help is appreciated
Fred Peterson <fhpete@ptld.uswest.net>
Beaverton , OR USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 16:02:15 (EST)
Seek burial place in Lancaster county of Mary Ann Demuth 1775-1803. Also burial place in Lancaster county of Andrew Klein 1733-1786 and his wife, Jane Elizabeth 1734-1830. Both died at Schoeneck.
Bill Mitchell <mitchell@netwalk.com>
Reynoldsburg, OH USA - Friday, January 08, 1999 at 00:55:52 (EST)
DRAKE - Am trying to research a Drake family that was supposed to have been in Lancaster Co., PA. The only name I have is John Menthorn Drake b. 1819. He later moved to Morgan Co., OH and married Elizabeth Thompson. Any help would be great.
Shirley <jamcneil@psesd.org>
Federal Way, WA USA - Thursday, January 07, 1999 at 19:13:35 (EST)
Who was the father of Lawrence Miller(Muller).He was born about 1750.He enlisted in the Rev War in Lancaster Co.PA and served with William Washington,brother of Gen.George Washington,in the Southern Campaign.He died in 1841 in St. Helena Parish LA and made his application for a pension in 1838.He is my ggggrandfather.Any help will be appreciated and I will share information with any researcher.
Carroll C. Tarver <tarver31@pdq.net>
Houston, TX USA - Wednesday, January 06, 1999 at 23:31:11 (EST)
Sheirich/Scheurich/Sheurig/Scheirich/Schaeurich/Scheurich - 1st name: Mathaes,Mathias,Martin ; Mooney/Monnen 1st name Catherina,Catherine Lancaster Co. abt. 1752 also Michael Sheirich born abt,1798 contact kslg@epix.net or umbleness@juno.com
Kearney Burr Sheirich <kslg@epix.net>
Towanda, Pa USA - Wednesday, January 06, 1999 at 20:49:37 (EST)
ORT query. I am reasonably confident that I have traced my ORT roots to Lancaster where my 4th G grandfather John Ort, Jr. was born (as Johannes) to Johannes and Maria Ort, 8-11-1790, baptized 10-4-1790 in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Lancaster. Soon thereafter (in 1794 according to John Sr.'s obituary) the family picked up roots and immigrated to Mifflin County. I would be interested in communicating with any other ORT/ORTH researchers and would like to extend the line back and find out more about Johannes, Sr. and Maria. Help greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
Jim Burnell <jeem@uswest.net>
Golden, CO USA - Wednesday, January 06, 1999 at 17:13:15 (EST)
COY, Robert and Cynthia born about 1818 and 1822 respectively in Lancaster County. Daughter Mary Jane Coy (Doelker) born 11 Nov. 1844. My gggrandmother and her parents. Any information would be GREAT! Thanks
Cindy Koskela <ckoskela@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, January 06, 1999 at 09:21:41 (EST)
Jacob Long, Sr. b. Dec. 25, 1812 in Lancaster Co., m. Mary Ann Leighler (may be Leghler or Zeigler) c. 1836. Parents of 9 children, all born Lancaster or Cumberland Co. These are my wife's gggparents - like to find out who their parents were, and places of children's birth. GGparents were David Henry Long, b. Dec. 25, 1850 at Cocalico Twp., m. Lovina Ley (or Lay), had 9 children Any info appreciated.
Vernon Heyer <vheyermelba@uswest.net>
Melba, Id USA - Wednesday, January 06, 1999 at 00:27:21 (EST)
Searching for any information pertaining to Robert and Christian Strawbridge residing in Lancaster Co.,Mannheim or Columbia towns,. between 1790 and 1860.Including deaths, births, marriages, legal transactions and land holdings. Thank you.
Victor Strawbridge <emv@straw.mv.com>
USA - Tuesday, January 05, 1999 at 20:02:47 (EST)
Information on Oscar W. Harris, born abt.1880 in Md.,went to Pa.abt.1902.My have been in Lancaster area.My have had twin sons. Help!
Don Donat<dond@intrepid.net>
Hagerstown, Md. USA - Tuesday, January 05, 1999 at 20:00:20 (EST)
Seeking any info on my 3rd great grandfather, Isaac Bender. He was born approx 1793 in Lancaster Co. He was married to Rebecca Williams. He died in 1863 from a rattlesnake bite. I descend thru his son Edward.
Carol Bender <swtbtrcup@aol.com>
Atlanta, ga USA - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 16:22:55 (EST)
My first ancestor to come to America was Robert Houston. We know he died in Lancaster in the 1700s. I saw his name on this web site in the biographical index but their was no information We would like any information we could find on him.
Rebecca Cason <Casey28_98@yahoo.com>
Blackshear, Ga USA - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 08:38:13 (EST)
Looking for any information on Burns McKinney married to Florence or Flossie Mckinney...children include Ruth Seiford,Skip Mckinney,Burns Franklin McKinney all of Lancaster, Pa.
Joey Lynn Eddins <LynnZe1@aol.com>
Lancaster, Pa USA - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 07:05:30 (EST)
Seeking any info. on Nathaniel Boden b. abt 1816 in Westmoreland Co. PA d. 24 Dec 1891 in Clinton Twp., OH. Md. Nancy?? b. 1816 in Sumerset Co. PA. Any one know parentage, marriage date, siblings anything? Also any information on Nancy. In an 1840 census for Franklin Twp, Fayette Co. Pa I found an Andrew Boden listed as head of house. This might be his father???? I found him next on the 1850 census for Washington Barough, Fayette Co., OH. The census said that Nathaniel could neither read nor write. His children are as follows - Sussannah 1840, William 1844, James 1846 & Cameron 1849. I have more info on Susannah I would share.
Bonnie Weller <Bowell@aol.com>
Corona, CA USA - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 01:04:15 (EST)
WENTZ,possibly Andrew(or Andreas) who resided in PA and went to NC in early 1800's. Wife was Sophia or Lydia (sorry to be so vague) The given name, Valentine, turns up in my WENTZ line often. Know the family was living in PA before goint to Mecklenburg County, NC. Any help appreciated. Marge Dawson
Marge Dawson <rmdawson@snet.net>
Ellington, CT USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 18:54:54 (EST)
RATHFON - I am looking for the family of David Rathfon born11-6-1797 in Lancaster County. He married Nancy Warfel.
R. Layton <RLA3833155@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 15:01:13 (EST)
MARTIN, SHOWALTER. I recently downloaded a couple of family genealogies which indicate that my GGGGM Susanna Showalter Foulk (1805-1886) was adopted by her "mother Susanna's brother Christian [1771-1825] and his wife Mary in 1809" after her father "Mr. Martin" was killed in a duel with his business partner that year. Christian did have a sister named Susanna who (later?) married Peter Wolf. Their parents were Jacob ( -1809) and Barbara Oyer Showalter. Does anyone have information on who this Martin is? Thanks.
Terry M. Travis <ttravis@iquest.net>
USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 13:31:44 (EST)
BYRNE(S)/BURNS--I am searching for information on Bernard BYRNE(S) or possibly BURNS. I have seen it spelled all 3 ways in various records. His wife was Catherine WARD and he had at least 3 children: Francis (born 1842), Elizabeth (born 1844) and Peter (born 1847). Bernard was living in Drumore Township in 1860 and 1870 and in Philadelphia in1850 and later in 1880 according to census records. He was born in Ireland and emigrated to the US prior to 1842. I would like to connect with anyone who may be researching this line.
Bette LoPresti <lopresb@shadow.net>
Hollywood, FL USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 12:39:22 (EST)
ECKROTE,ECKENROTH,ECKENROAD,ECKROTH, look for information on Henrich Eckenroth.Brother believed to be John Eckenroth, both arrived in US about September 1743. Owned a farm 2 miles east of Elizabethtown. Was instumental in the building of St. Peters Roman Catholic church, as he constructed the log chapel on his own farm. Any info please contact me. Please refer to this query in email.
Sharon <Sharelli@aol.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 10:08:33 (EST)
FASSNACHT & SINGER - I tracwe back to Adam Fassnacht married Elizabeth Singer in New Holland on 18 NOV 1798. Then a Brick Wall. Cann anyone help me with their parents, families, etc. Scott Hodlmair
Scott Hodlmair <hodlmair@mcs.net>
Des Plaines, IL USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 07:28:10 (EST)
Aloha..I am looking for parents & siblings of Jacob Reinhart b. 1808 probably Lancaster Co.PA. He married Elizabeth Ann O'Brien, daughter of David Potts O'Brien & Mary Ellen(Knox)O'Brien. Any info re. any of the above persons will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Kay. kayking@interpac.net
Kay King <kyking@interpac.net>
Volcano, HI USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 03:04:29 (EST)
PALMER, Henry, born abt 1742. Family history had him born in Germany, and emigrated to Bedford County, Pa. and removed to Indiana County, Pa. New info to me says that he was born in Lancaster County, Pa. and married Susanna Dunkleberger, from Berks Co. The new info also says that his father was Hans Michael Balmer, and his grandfather was Christian Balmer. I am confused now, and would like to set this matter right. If anyone can tell me anything about these people, I would be very grateful.
Arlene Fletcher <arlene@cetnet.net>
Longview, WWa USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 02:48:17 (EST)
Seeking parents or siblings of Vallentine HUFNAGLE, Born 10-31-1756 in Lancaster Co., PA and died 12-6-1829 in Dauphin Co., PA. he married Mary Eve BERGER on 11-28-1786. Any info on the Hufnagles of the Lancaster area would be helpful as I would like to see how they link together. Thanks!
DeAnna Tudorancea <bachus@mindspring.com>
USA - Saturday, January 02, 1999 at 23:56:56 (EST)
Sharp--Peter Sharp d. 29 April 1795 m. Mary ____ d. 23 May 1799 Peter and Mary purchased a farm just north of the present village of Intercourse, (Leacock Township, Lancaster County) Pa. on 5 May 1764. This is the earliest public record so far discovered. Children: Christian, Elizabeth, John, Mary, Peter, Moses, Barbara, Anna and Jacob. Who were Peter's parents? Where was he before 1764?
John E. Sharp <johnes@goshen.edu>
Goshen, IN USA - Saturday, January 02, 1999 at 23:41:58 (EST)
Looking for any information on Philip or Charles Criner/Craner b 1754 in Lancaster Co., ?? Quarryville ?? he married Agnes (possibly BELLE FULTON). We are trying to find out if Agnes was the sister of Robert FULTON Jr. Thanks
L Greenland <BLLHN@aol.com>
Strongsville, OH USA - Saturday, January 02, 1999 at 23:15:40 (EST)
Ricksecker. I am looking for more information on Peter Ricksecker (1709-1778) and his first wife Anna Christianna Jung (1709-1751). Anna and Peter were married in Donegal in 1743, while yet members of the German Reformed Church. Anna died in Donegal in 1751 and is buried in the Old Moravian Burial Ground near Milton Grove in Mount Joy Twp. I would like to find her maiden name and any additional information on the couple prior to 1751. Peter moved to Lititz and remarried Barbara Bort mn. Bechtel (1717-1770) in Aug. 1751. This marriage produced six children: Christian, Gertrude, John Frederick, Anna Johanna, Elizabeth, and Mathew. I would like to find any information I can on Peter's son by this marriage, Christian. To date, I have been unable to find even a birth date. I'd appreciate any assistance/information on the above. Thanks. Deborah Rinderknecht
Deborah Rinderknecht <dr44128@navix.net>
Lincoln, NE USA - Saturday, January 02, 1999 at 15:04:50 (EST)
LOGAN, MCKEE Looking for parents of Jane Logan, killed 17 Jul 1763 in the Indian raid at Kerrs Creek, VA; m. Lancaster Co, PA 29 Jan 1744 John McKee, b. Ireland abt. 1708, d. Rockbridge Co., VA 2 Mar 1792. John McKee m. (2) Rosannah Cunningham.
R. H. Reed <rreed650@msn.com>
USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 23:16:43 (EST)
Logan, McKee Looking for parents of Jane Logan, killed 17 Jul 1763 in the Indian raid at Kerrs Creek, VA; m. Lancaster Co, PA, 29 Jan 1744 John McKee, b. Ireland abt. 1708, d. Rockbridge Co. VA 2 Mar 1792. John McKee m. (2) Rosannah Cunningham.
R. H. Reed <rreed650@msn.com>
- Friday, January 01, 1999 at 23:05:54 (EST)
BUSH,KOHLER, BARCLAY, HEDRICK Looking for information on Peter and Mary Bush. They lived in Lancaster County circa 1850 until they moved to York County. Their children according to Peter's will were Barbara Ann Bush Kohler, Henry, Phillip, Hannah, Isaiah, Rudolph, Davis, Peter Alfred, Elwina Bush Hedrick, Catherine Bush Barclay. Some of Peter's grandchildren according to the will were Elwina, Elwin, Isabel, William, Willie, Hannah, Catherine, Joseph, Charles, James, and William Peter. Peter and his wife, Mary, died in York Co circa 1885. I don't know how long the Bush family lived in Lancaster Co or where they came from before that. Would appreciate any help with this family and will be willing to share any other info I have.
Julie Oliver <oliver@istmacon.net>
USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 20:26:08 (EST)
I am a new researcher of family and am trying to gather anything possible on the surname WYLAND. Thank you for helping me find my roots.
Trish Jenkins "Wyland" <rose@nternet.net>
jacksonville, nc USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 20:21:10 (EST)
BURROWAY, I am looking for information on BURROWAY'S. I think that some of them were in the Mount Joy area. Any info on any Burroway will be appreciated.
Linda Hoelscher <davlin2@bright.net>
Mineral City, Oh USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 16:18:52 (EST)
Request info Re one Patrick Ewing of Little Britain, Twp, Lancaster Co. He reportedly accepted indentures of & Offered by William McKay(Mccoy) on 8 Oct 1772 at the Office of the Mayor of The City of Phil.. Indentures were for William, Sandie, Donald , Angus, James & Jean MCKAY who were indentured to EWING and his assigns of above referenced Twp. All were indentured to serve as servants for periods ranging from 3-8 years. William arrived on 7 Oct 1772, probably at Wilmington, MD. He was accompanied by his nephew, Alexander, a juvenile. I am trying to locate the 'so-called' Mccoy progenitor who was an Alexander,. I suspect the progenitor's name is the result of "Tradition". My information about Ewing is from " Record of Indentures of Individuals Bound out as Apprentices, servants, etc. and of other German Rerdemptives in the Office of the Mayor ...., 3 Oct 1771 to 5 Oct 1773". The family ended up in Beaver Co.Tks for any help. Mac.
Graydon C. McCoy <gmccoy@vallnet.comNone>
Fayetteville, TN - 37334 USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 11:21:44 (EST)
Request info Re one Patrick Ewing of Little Britain, Twp, Lancaster Co. He reportedly accepted indentures of & Offfered be William McKay(Mccoy) on 8 Oct 1772 at the Office of the Mayor of The City of Phil.. Indentures were for William, Sandie, Donald, Angus, james & Jean MCKAY who were indetured to EWING and his assigns of referenced Twp. All wee indentured to serve as servants for periods ranging from 3-8 years. William arrived on 7 Oct 1772, probably at Wilmington, MD. He was accompanied by his nephew, Alexander, a juvenile. I am trying to locate the 'so-called' Mccoy progenitor who was an Alexander,. I suspect the progenitor's name is the result of "Tradition". My information about Ewing is from " Record of Indentures of Individuals Bound out as Apprentices, servants, etc. and of other German Rerdemptives in the Office of the Mayor ...., 3 Oct 1771 to 5 Oct 1773". Tks for any help. Mac.
Graydon C. McCoy <gmccoy@vallnet.comNone>
Fayetteville, TN - 37334 USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 11:15:43 (EST)
Searching for any info concerning the name Sakreider/Sackreiter/Sockrider. Entered Philadelphia off the Ship Brittania in 1731, with a religious colony headed by Rev. Johan B. Rieger, who is laid to rest in Lancaster Co, German Reformed Church Cemetary. I can find little or no information about Sakreider after the above date. This may be a crucial link in the family. Thank You!
Louise Garcia <weezee@snip.net>
Mt. Holly, NJ USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 09:13:23 (EST)
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