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Re: obituary look up

clanmccollum — 2009-11-27 23:53:09Z

no i don't have ancestry. i'm trying to find relatives maybe they can fill in the blanks and help me over the brick walls.aaahhhh. thank you tina.

Re: obituary look up

noyes193 — 2009-11-27 22:39:02Z

Do yu have Ancestry? If not I can see what I can find.The name McCullum is spelled McCullom so that makes it a little difficult.Somr times a little break thru can take you a long way.
Tina

Re: obituary look up

clanmccollum — 2009-11-27 18:05:50Z

thank you tina,i'm calling the library today. :-) i've been looking for what happened to the mccollums from ludlow and springfeld. there is not much info out there. i know what happened to george henry,it's joseph,peter,mary,frank and michael stephen that i'm curios about.my parents divorced when i was 3,and dad died when i was 10. i met an uncle thirty years later,but he has no clue or care about where or who we come from. unfortunatly i got bit by the genealogical bug at 40 and the path back in family history has overgrown.

Re: obituary look up

noyes193 — 2009-11-27 15:47:09Z

You have the date for Joseph you could check the library in Springfield for the obit. The only problem is back then most obit's were only death notice's. I paid 30 dollars for my ggrandmothers and it did not mention her maiden name and her youngest child it was no help for me at all. If yu go to the Springfield library website they have contact info you could request an obit. The newspaper access on line only goes back to 1988.I know information can be very confusing.
Tina

Re: obituary look up

clanmccollum — 2009-11-27 00:32:11Z

thank you tina,i have these. i was looking for newspaper obits,sometimes they give more detail.i hit the brick wall with my great-great grandparents.they had a daughter named mary,and five boys,joseph,peter,george henry,michael stephen,and frank. i bought there pension file from the national archives,.margaret is listed as born in canada on death certificate ,the pension file says she was born in new york. josephs death certiicate says born in potash canada,there is no potash canada.peter married a eugenie table in springfield,haven't found anything on frank or mary and michael stphen was mentally handicaped.george henry is my great-grandfather.mary lived with margaret in ludlow.

Re: obituary look up

noyes193 — 2009-11-26 22:14:22Z

NEHGS has vitals for Ludlow Apr. 10,1889
Jpseph McCullom male married 45 yrs.5 mos. 25 days cause of death consumption d. Ludlow buried Springfield born Potash, Canada parents Joseph mother omitted

Dec.5.1891 Joseph McCullum Ludlow 25 mill operative 1st Marriage b.Franklin Co, NY. parents Joseph and Margaret Jackson
Mary Telnois or Telnorse of Springfield 22 mill operative b.Champlain, NY parents Joseph A.and Elmirs
REv.A.J.Quick Pastor of Church of Christ Ludlow Ma.

Sept.21, 1896 birth Ludlow
Joseph McCullom parents Joseph and Mary Telmosse father painter b.York State mother Canada.
The spelling of Mary's name is clearer in this record.
Perhaps you should contact the Ludlow Clerk to see if you can find the cemetery.
I checked the website FindaGrave with no results. I could not find an obit for them.
Tina

obituary look up

clanmccollum — 2009-11-26 13:03:46Z

looking for obituaries for great-greatgrandparents joseph mccollum died april 10,1889 in ludlow and buried springfield, civil war veteran. wife margaret (jackson) mccollum,died in ludlow sept.11,1921.buried in springfield. any help would be appreciated. thank you.

Re: obit lookup

carol santos — 2009-11-25 20:09:21Z

The on line newspaper only goes back to 1988. You could contact the Springfield Library and ask for a lookup

Here is his wife's obit if that helps

Republican, The (Springfield, MA) - Friday, January 20, 2006
Author: Classified: The Republican (Springfield, MA)

1921 - 2006

SPRINGFIELD - Florence Irene (Cignoni) Mangan, 84, of Springfield died peacefully at home Thursday, January 19th, 2006 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Springfield, on March 10, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Gallerani) Cignoni. After graduating from the Commerce High School Class of 1938, she enlisted in the Marine Corps where she met her husband Patrick W. Mangan . They were married until his death in 1983. Florence was also predeceased by two sons, Patrick W. Mangan Jr. and Stephen J. Mangan. Left behind to cherish her memory are her three remaining sons, Daniel E. Mangan and his wife Susan and Michael D. Mangan and his wife Nancy both of Springfield, and James P. Mangan and his fiance Cristina Covalschi of Minneapolis, MN; three daughters, Maryellen Riley and her husband Daniel of Bloomingdale, IL, Jennifer Facey and her husband William of Greenfield, and Maureen Sweeney and her partner Joseph Bagge of Springfield; two daughters in law, Pamela Mangan and Alice Mangan both of Springfield; 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; she also leaves a dear brother, Edward Cignoni and his wife Ruth of Brewster; a dear sister, Pearl McLeish of Brimfield; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted friends. A lifelong resident of Springfield, Florence was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, East Springfield where she was a member of the Legion of Mary. She worked at H R Huntings as a secretary to the editor. After her retirement Florence remained active volunteering for several organizations and was a member of the American Legion Post 463 of Springfield. She also enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. Florence's funeral will be Saturday morning 8:00 a.m. at Sampson's Funeral Home 710 Liberty Street, Springfield. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Church Page Blvd., East Springfield. Burial to follow in St. Michael's Cemetery State Street, Springfield. Visiting hours are Friday 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Oral Cancer Foundation 3419 Via Lido #205 Newport Beach, CA 92663.

obit lookup

danielle1118 — 2009-11-25 16:03:46Z

I was wondering if someone could look up an obituary notice for Mangan. I believe the first name is Patrick. He died October 20 1983 lived in Springfield

thanks

Re: Calvary cem. Chicopee MA

MichaelAllen1940 — 2009-11-21 22:37:17Z

I read with interest your posting of the Thomas Allen gravestone in the Calvary Cemetery in Chicopee. My great granduncle was Thomas Allen. He died in Holyoke on 17 Mar 1876. His death record indicated he was 30 years old, married, his parents were David and Ann, and he was buried in Chicopee (cemetery not identified). Unfortunately, no birth and death dates appeared on the gravestone. However, the marker identified a son (also Thomas) born in 1880. This birth-date rules out Thomas as my great granduncle. I would greatly appreciate learning if there is another Thomas Allen buried in Calvery Cemetery that matches the vital statistics for my relative.

Re: Ancestors of Susan Reed

noyes193 — 2009-11-17 22:19:51Z

Susan Reed b.1746 Westfield, Hampden Co.
d July 26, 1786 Lenox Berkshire Co.
Married Paul Dewey 1763 he was b.March 6,1739 d.Aug.8, 1827 Lenox father Israel and mother Lydia Mosely.
children all b. Lenox
Edmund b.Oct.10,1768 d.Nov. 9, 1842
Charles b.Apr. 4,1776
Roswell b. May 28, 1774 d.1838
Nathaniel b.June 9,1780 d. 1836
Susan b.June 17, 1784
Betsey b.July 1, 1782
Silas b.July 20, 1786 d.1882
Robert b.Aug. 7, 1772 d. Dec.21, 1857
Truman b.Aug.25, 1770 d.May 26, 1851
Justin b.Sept. 1, 1778 d.Aug. 23,1857
Amanda b.Nov.29, 1780 D. Mar.29, 1855
Dorothy b.Dec. 25, 1766 d.May 16,1849

If you got to the website familysearch.com you will find more info on Paul Dewey's family it is too much to copy. Just a note the website is free.
Tina

Re: Mary Barrett of Springfield, MA

SarahAnne567 — 2009-11-16 23:51:24Z

Tina,
I don't know for sure, but I'd say Mary was born around 1855 in either Ireland or Pennsylvania. I believe that her maiden name was Sheehan. She had a nephew named John J. Sheehan who came to the US in 1893 from Cork City, Ireland. She paid for the tickets for him and his family to come to the US. Thanks for your help!

Re: Mary Barrett of Springfield, MA

noyes193 — 2009-11-16 15:14:59Z

It would help to know her age and if b.in Mass. There are many Mary Barretts in Springfield and to find the righrt one need more info.
Tina

Mary Barrett of Springfield, MA

SarahAnne567 — 2009-11-16 11:54:26Z

I am looking for anyone who can help me find any information on my great great grandfather's aunt, Mary or Mary Ann Barrett. In 1893 she lived on 40 Pendleton Street in Springfield, MA. Her parents were most likely Timothy Sheehan and Nora O'Sullivan. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Re: JOSIAH READ (or REED)

pete_lodge — 2009-11-15 02:43:17Z

This is an old post but have you found out anything further about your Josiah Reed?

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

lastlogj — 2009-11-14 13:44:08Z

Hello

Thank you for offer of information. My relative was Thomas Cleveland Bowen, who worked at the factory from 1908, and became a supervisor I find him there until the 1930 census, and not sure when he died. He married Ora Beebe and had children Warren, b 1912 Emma b 1915 Milton b 1917 & Betty b 1920

My grandfather was Daniel Bowen who worked at the mill between 1912-1914, when I find he & his and hibrother in City Directory. Daniel returned to Schenectady before 1917 and worked at GE

I have never seen a photo of my grandfather, so if there is a an archive of photos at the mill, would really love to see if there would be a photo of either of them.

Thank you for any information you can share

Jane

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

bwcort1 — 2009-11-13 22:15:17Z

Please contact me at b.cortis@comcast.net, my father was botn and raised in Woronoco and he's done a lot of research on Russell and Woronoco. He attended the same grade school a few years later but one of his older brothers were possibly in the same class.

We would be extremely interested in anything you can share in the way of information or pictures.

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

bwcort1 — 2009-11-13 22:14:56Z

Re: 1991 obit lookup please

kharitinova — 2009-11-12 18:36:14Z

I finally broke down and sent away for her death cert, and it was her, died in Massachusetts. As I'm sitting here writing this, I can't find it though, but I know I have it here somewhere.....THANKS

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

lastlogj — 2009-11-12 15:55:58Z

I would like to contact you off list, and appreciate the offer

Thank you,

Jane

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

lastlogj — 2009-11-12 15:54:39Z

Much thanks for the info and prompt reply. I will explore the link

Regards

Jane

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

noyes193 — 2009-11-12 15:37:22Z

Woronoco was a Mill town back then and as Carol said is a section of Russell. I think your best bet would be to contact the Russell Libray at Main St.Russell, Ma.01071
The Historical Commitee works out of there and has the town archives in the building. I live in Russell if you would like me to check it out for you. Iwill give you my e-mail and you can give me the info.
tnoyes12@russellma.net
Tina

Re: Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

carol santos — 2009-11-12 07:30:07Z

Woronoco is a section of the town of Russell.

Russell shares a reginal school system with several other towns. Russell Elementary School is located in Russell

http://www.grsd.org/our_schools/contact.html

Grade School in Woronoco 1926/1927?

lastlogj — 2009-11-12 00:30:25Z

Have recently discovered a note on the back of a photo, which had been pasted in an old photo album, which says "first day of school here at Woronoco." It is a photo of my Mom, and never knew her to be in Massachusetts at all. She was born in Baltimore MD & raised in Buffalo, NY.

Trying to verify her in Woronoco, by perhaps contacting the school. She would have entered kindergarten, or its equivalent, between 1926-1927. She is not wearing a uniform, so I am looking for a public school.

Anyone have any ideas as to who to contact & if the info is available?

Appreciate any help. thank you

Jane

Re: Albert Hayes & Eleanor Miller res. East Longmeadow

hobbs_1 — 2009-11-10 16:22:57Z

Eleanor Miller Hayes was married to Wilton B. Hayes whose nickname was Burt. They had 3 children: James, Charles and Deborah.

He had a twin brother Wilfred H. Hayes, Jr.(1921-1984). The twins were born June 3, 1921 in Quincy, Norfolk, MA, the sons of Wilfred Henry Hayes (1899-1965) and Edna Matilda Thompson (1899-1972). My mother was the twins' first cousin.

Ancestors of Susan Reed

richard_vanwagenen — 2009-11-08 22:24:09Z

Looking for the ancestors of Susan Reed who was born about 1746 in Westfield.

Re: Lanphear Vinica Monson, Hampden, MA

pickly1 — 2009-11-05 18:27:16Z

Very interesting! Thank you so much for the quick response. I will look into it further.

Re: Lanphear Vinica Monson, Hampden, MA

carol santos — 2009-11-05 18:12:59Z

I think will help you. Look like she remarried

Massachusetts Vital Records, 1841–1910
(From original records held by the Massachusetts Archives. Online database: NewEnglandAncestors.org, New England Historic Genealogical Society, 2004.)

Lanphear Polly B. (Vineca) Monson 1887 379 465 N Marriage
Walter Corbin/62/b Chatham Ma/Jabey & Mary/third marriage
Poly/64/b Monson/Andrew & Polly/second marriage

Lanphear Vinica Monson, Hampden, MA

pickly1 — 2009-11-05 16:15:29Z

My ggg grandfather was Urial W Lanphear (1815-1885) of Monson, MA. I can find loads of info on the Lanphear line but where I am stuck is with Urial's wife Polly B. It took me forever to find (and now I can't remember how I even found this) that Polly B. is Bethany Vineca (or possibly Vinica). She was born 24 Jan 1819 in MA and died 3 Feb 1892 in Monson, MA. Although I found a Andrew Vineca from South Brimfield, MA born 1749 and his many children I cannot find a connection between any of them and Bethany. However, I do find a John Vinica on the 1820 census in Monson, MA with a daughter under 10 years of age. So, I am thinking that is her father. But that is it. I can't find John again on any census's (I searched 1790-1880) and nothing on the web on any Vinica genealogy. If anyone has any information on the Vinica's of Monson, MA I would greatly appreciate it!

Re: Martula, Gesorek, Gensorek, Gesiorek, Gansorek, Wawraszko, Wawrasko, Wawrzaszek, Waweraszch, Wawryszko

mandylee333 — 2009-11-04 02:16:52Z

Hello Linda,
Both settled in the Ruthinia district North west of Rossburn. Sadly both have passed away now.

Re: Martula, Gesorek, Gensorek, Gesiorek, Gansorek, Wawraszko, Wawrasko, Wawrzaszek, Waweraszch, Wawryszko

Linda_Prokopchuk — 2009-11-03 01:11:35Z

Hello Mandy,

Where are Walter and Nellie from?

Our Gesioreks immigrated to Canada SE Manitoba.

Re: Martula, Gesorek, Gensorek, Gesiorek, Gansorek, Wawraszko, Wawrasko, Wawrzaszek, Waweraszch, Wawryszko

Linda_Prokopchuk — 2009-11-03 01:08:10Z

Hello Christian,
Sure hope you still have this email address.

I have church records from Huta Brodska Ukraine dating 1780 - 1900 of our Gesiorek family. My Great-Grandfather and family immigrated to Canada in early 1906. We are doing family research.

I now need to start researching extended family that may still be in Europe.

Thank you,

Linda Prokopchuk minerva_eh@shaw.ca

Re: Obituaries; Louis COOK

KenNeumann134 — 2009-11-02 18:38:56Z

I notice you offered to look up an obituary for some people in the Boston area (if you were given an exact date). I wonder if you might be willing to try to find an obituary for the following relative--
Louis / Lewis Cook - b July 1825- d 24 Sept 1901, in Suffolk County (I believe)-- that was their address in 1900 census (1196 Dorchester Ave.). I believe Louis' name originally was KOCH in Wuerttemberg, Germany.
Thanks so very much in advance for any help or comments.
Ken Neumann

Re: Obit Lookup for Burtis Adelbert Bennett d. 1902

spra100076 — 2009-11-01 08:55:33Z

Burtis married Anna in 1902. I see two records in the Mass Archives, one is Ludlow and one in Norhtampton for both. If you want nest time I am downtown I can search for an obituarysince you provided me with the actual date of death. There is also a new history and genealogical library that opened in Springfield and there is a family history library I believe in Ludlow. You can also try the local library. I live in Springfield so I may only be able to find an obitaury although obits were not indexed in the newspaper at that time. Let me know.

E-mail me at Spra100076@aol.com

Sandy

Re: 1991 obit lookup please

spra100076 — 2009-10-31 09:23:00Z

I only 1 found edna Becher in the social security death index andshe died 1995 9n AZ. I found two Edna Bechers but they died down south. Did you ever find Edna?

Sandy

Re: Holdine Frances Craig... (Nickname Dingy/Dingie)

spra100076 — 2009-10-31 09:15:52Z

Rebecca,

I live in Springfield and the next time I am downtown I can do some looking for you.I can go to town hall and get a date of death if indeed she died in Springfield. I can look up her marriages and see if there are any children. Also, I can look for an obituary and thru that we should be able to find out where she is buried.
I have just filled several requests and have been down town so I am not sure next time I am going but let me know if you would like me to do this.

Sandy in Springfield

Re: Chicopee - St. Stanislaus Church

JohnRowen1 — 2009-10-29 17:52:05Z

Stanley and Ludmilla Szlachetka of Chicopee are in the 1930 census with daughters Stefania (Estelle?) and Genevieve and two sons Wladyslaw (Walter?) and Edward. In 1940, on his draft registration card, he reports his place of birth as Lonski, Poland. I can't find any town by this name. My wife's ggrandmother was Marya Sroczyk (nee Augustyn). When she immigrated she came to stay with her uncle Stanley Szlachetka in Chicopee. Her family was from Rakszawa, Lancut, Poland about 150 miles East of Krakow.

Re: Holdine Frances Craig... (Nickname Dingy/Dingie)

mybeast — 2009-10-29 17:12:27Z

I, too, have been searching a long time for information on Holdine (my aunt). How are you related??? Through which sibling?

Re: 1914 envelope to Katarzyna KNUREK of Springfield, Massachusetts from Barycz

JimMiller599 — 2009-10-21 14:18:55Z

Hi Borys_Czerniejewski,

Thanks so much for your analysis and suggested next step. A query has been posted on the general Poland message board. I believe Wesola (or Wesol) is a location within a larger area named Barycz.

Thanks again.
Jim Miller

Re: 1914 envelope to Katarzyna KNUREK of Springfield, Massachusetts from Barycz

Borys_Czerniejewski — 2009-10-19 11:35:20Z

Dear Jim,

The envelopes are surely one of the valuable resources. The one you found says not only 'Barycz', but also 'Wesoła'. There is 10 places called 'Barycz' in Poland and ca. 11 called 'Wesoła'. The two nearest ones are in the former Galicia and now in podkarpackie county, see: http://maps.google.pl/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=pl&...

The information itself is not very useful however, as you do not know the sender of that letter. But if you look at the distribution of the name Knurek in Poland: http://www.moikrewni.pl/mapa/kompletny/knurek.html you will find that it is most popular in the Brzozów district - the same where Barycz is located in.

We can therefore with high probability state two things:
1. The letter was posted in Barycz/Wesoła, near Brzozów, podkarpackie county, Galicia, during WWI,
2. Katarzyna Knurek came most probably either from Brzozów or from Wesoła.

You did not specify the question however and we don't know what we are looking for therefeore it is difficult to say how useful the information is. If you would like just to provide that information 'to whom it may concern' I would suggest you post it on the Poland/unknown board with the subject: 'Katarzyna Knurek from Barycz/Wesoła to Springfield, MA, 1914' and specifying the surname Knurek in the appropriate field.

Re: 1914 envelope to Katarzyna KNUREK of Springfield, Massachusetts from Barycz

JimMiller599 — 2009-10-18 09:43:37Z

Thanks Carolyn-She's also present in the 1917, 1918, 1920, and the 1922 Springfield, MA directories.

Thanks again.
Jim Miller

Re: 1914 envelope to Katarzyna KNUREK of Springfield, Massachusetts from Barycz

tilliepie — 2009-10-18 02:23:08Z

I found this listing in the 1916 Springfield, MA Directory.

1916 Springfield MA Directory
KNRUK, CATHERINE emp 392 Main bds 27 Hubbard Ave
Carolyn

1914 envelope to Katarzyna KNUREK of Springfield, Massachusetts from Barycz

JimMiller599 — 2009-10-16 11:52:32Z

I recently found a photograph an old envelope that was sent to Katarzyna KNUREK of Springfield, Massachusetts from Barycz, Poland? in 1914. You can see the envelope on http://philgen.org (search on KNUREK, click on View, and scroll to the bottom of the page), or click on the link below. I am unable to find Katarzyna KNUREK in a census or similar source and wondered if someone more familiar with Springfield can locate her. I believe that Barycz may be the birthplace of Katarzyna KNUREK (or her parents) and this envelope will be helpful to someone in their genealogical research. The reason I have a photo of the envelope is because of my interest in using old envelopes and postcards in genealogical research. I have an article in the spring 2009 issue of New England Ancestors entitled Philatelic Genealogy (viewable on the philgen website) and have started the philgen website. I do not know if the letter that was in the envelope still exists.

Here is a direct link to the photo of the envelope: http://philgen.org/index.php?option=com_fabrik&c=form&am...

Re: Anna (Gralinski) Bateman, died 1999, age 91

drburnerman — 2009-10-10 02:06:50Z

My dziadziu was Constantine gralinski.dads name was konstanty gralinski and mom was helene walentowicz.He had a sister who would be my great cioci(aunt)ann from california.Dont know if any relation.still searching myself.His brother was thomas gralinski from indian,orchard mass.

Re: Obit Lookup for Burtis Adelbert Bennett d. 1902

noyes193 — 2009-10-04 16:17:02Z

The info came from NEHGS vitals.

RUSSELL, Charles born 1855 Scotland died Bondsville ?

jimwrt1 — 2009-10-04 14:01:27Z

Russell, Charles born December 1855 listed in 1900-1930 us census Bondsville, Palmer Ma. Wife=Margaret. Need date of death place of burial.
Thank you.
Jim
JimWrt@aol.com

Re: Obit Lookup for Burtis Adelbert Bennett d. 1902

Jayem58 — 2009-10-03 21:04:14Z

Tina,
Thank you so much for sending this. It does help a lot to have Anna's marriage date. I do appreciate your helpfulness. Would you mind sending your source info?
Cheers,
Jeannie

Re: Obit Lookup for Burtis Adelbert Bennett d. 1902

noyes193 — 2009-10-03 16:02:19Z

I did not find an obit but found his birth, marriage and death record.
He was b. Apr.13, 1879 in Ludlow father Aldbert Bennett and mother Helen E.Spellman father farmer b. Ludlow and mother Granville
Apr.21 1902 Northampton marriage
Burtis A.Bennett 22 of Ludlow farmer 1st marriage parents Adelbert L. and Helen E.Stedman
Anna I Yenney 36 72 No.Main 1st marriage teacher b.Waterdown (WP) not sure parents John Yenney and Marian Dean
Rev. W.H.Dockhand Northampton,Florence M.E.Church

Apr. 22,1902 death Ludlow
Burtis A.Bennett 23 yrs.9 days cause of death valvular heart disease 3 Ludlow Center farmer parents Aldebert and Helen
A very short life and marriage.
Tina

Obit Lookup for Burtis Adelbert Bennett d. 1902

Jayem58 — 2009-10-02 18:40:46Z

Burtis A Bennett married Anna I Yenney sometime between 1900 and 1902 (see "The History of Ludlow, Massachusetts, with Biographical Sketches of Leading Citizens" etc. online).

Burtis died 21 April 1902.

I'm researching Anna, who was a school teacher in the area for several years, and hope there is an obit for Burtis since he is listed as part of a prominent Ludlow family, which might tell me a bit more about him.

Many thanks for any help,
Jeannie

Re: 1991 obit lookup please

kharitinova — 2009-10-01 18:36:40Z

Got the death certificate in record time ( I am used to dealing w/ NYC) and sure enough it is the right woman!!!! Her maiden name was Bretz, so I am off to research a new part of the family. Thanks for everyones help and input, still can't believe they didn't give an obit, oh well. Thanks again to all!