This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: leannevers Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/89.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: While researching my Gallagher family, I found information that the Burkeys baby sister Gallagher who was adopted was searching for her siblings. I do not know this person, only the fact that she is a Gallagher connection to that lineage and a Johnson connection to you Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: joeschoolcraft69 Surnames: Schoolcraft-burkey Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/49.3.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Dear cuz Deidre Thanks for Al's info - will check it out, but I do believe that your James L Burkey marriage to Evaline Schoolcraft is the actual link to our Indian past with all the Schoolcraft boys being renegade Shawnee and 3 of them taking Indian wives in the Kanawana WVA river valley. The schoolcrafts marrying Indian "princesses" goes all the way back to Henry Rowe Schoolcraft and his brother James (came from Scotland) marrying native sisters of descendants of the Johnson's of New York, then locating in Michigan as Indian Agents per the records of the Schoolcraft College there. Joe Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DeidreLBurkey Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/49.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Joe, not sure if this will be any help.. I just recently got in contact with Albert Burkey (our cousin). He says he was told that when our family came from Germany with the name of Schoolcraft, that some of the clan decided to split and change their name to Burkey. Not sure how true this is. But I have found a James Burkey that married Evaline Schoolcraft in WVA. & he also said, That Anna Majestic married a Burkey. That is where the Indian heritage comes from. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

I've "rescued" an old photograph album which originally belonged to Sadie LICHTY ROWLAND. The album includes the following people identified with full names and an additional group of photographs identified with only first names. In addition to the list of those who are fully identified I've included some of my limited research for each of them: 1 - Peter BEACHY which was taken at the Steffey Studio in Alliance, OH in the 1880's. Peter appears to be in his 20's or 30's at the time. Peter Abraham BEACHY was b. 19 Jan 1859 in Elk Lick Township, Somerset Co. PA to parents Abraham BEACHY (b. 23 Jan 1828 in Elk Lick Township, Somerset Co. PA-d. 12 Jan 1896 in Somerset Co. PA) and Christina LICHTY (b. 1829 in Somerset Co. PA) about 1848. Peter was one of 7 children born to this couple including, Samuel Abraham; Lucinda Nancy; Joanna or Ann or Annie; Peter Abraham; Jonah; Lloyd L.; and Alice BEACHY, all born in Elk Lick Township between 1849 and 1864. Peter married Susan Emma FAHRNEY (b. 27 Jan 1864 in PA) and together they had 2 sons, Harold Peter BEACHY b. 21 Jan 1906 in Chicago, IL and Walter Fahrney BEACHY (1891-1951). Peter died 4 Nov 1945 in Chicago, IL. 2 - Marsellus FIKE, Haynes Studio in Sterling, IL, 1880's or 1890's, in his teens or 20's Marcellus M. FIKE was b. 13 May 1867 in Meyersdale, PA to parents Joseph J. FIKE (b. 23 Jul 1833 in Meyersdale, PA the son of Jacob FIKE and Suzanne LICHTY) and Susanna MILLER (b. 7 Jul 1840 in Meyersdale, PA). Marcellus was one of 8 children born to this couple including, Albert M.; Lydia; John E.; Marcellus M.; Anna Sally; Cora; Emma; and Mary FIKE, all born between 1857 and 1878. Marcellus married Hannah MOONEY (b. 12 Mar 1872 in Illinois) on 12 Jun 1907 in Chicago, IL and together they had a son, Joseph Marcellus FIKE b. 18 Aug 1911 in Illinois. Marcellus died in Milledgeville, IL on 16 May 1917. 3 - Milton LICHTY and Wife, C. H. Sword Studio in Lanark, IL, 1890's, couple in their 30's U. Milton LICHTY b. 2 Nov 1854 in Lanark, IL married Ella ARNOLD (b. abt 1866 - d. after 1910 in Rock Creek Township, Carroll Co. IL) daughter of Jacob ARNOLD (b. 11 Oct 1824 in Franklin Co. PA) and Elizabeth STITZEL (b. 9 Sept 1829 in Greencastle, PA) on 7 Nov 1889 in Carroll Co. IL. They had a daughter Vivian LICHTY b. 28 Aug 1893 in Illinois. 4 - Milton LICHTY, Allen's Studio in Freeport, IL, 1890's, in his 30's U. Milton or Milton U. LICHTY was the son of Levi LICHTY (b. 15 Aug 1828 in Somerset Co. PA) and Anne LICHTY (b. 31 Aug 1833). Milton was one of 10 children born to this couple including, Elias D.; Elizabeth; Milton U.; John; Daniel; William Horace; Emma K.; Annie; Mary; and Cora LICHTY all born between 1851 and 1875 in Somerset, PA and Carroll Co. IL. 5 - Baby MUSSELMAN, Campbell Studio in Beatrice, NE, 1890's, less than one year (believed to be Norman Beachy MUSSELMAN) Norman Beachy MUSSELMAN was b. 17 Jul 1895 in Lincoln Co. NE to parents Norman MUSSELMAN (b. 1856 in Somerset Co. PA) and Alice BEACHY (b. 1864 in Somerset Co. PA). Norman married Elena Ruth BURKEY (b. 18 Jun 1898 in MO) and together they had a son, Norman Burkey MUSSELMAN (b. 21 Mar 1929 in Arkansas, KS. Normand Beachy MUSSELMAN died 5 Aug 1963 in Shawnee, OK. 6 - John W. RIDGE, Macy Studio in Vinton, IA, 1880's 4 months and 20 lbs. John W. RIDGE was b. 26 Jul 1889 the son of W. O. & Kate RIDGE, he died 21 Jul 1893 and is buried in the Evergreen Cemetery in Vinton, IA. 7 - Dr. Albert LICHTY, Conrad Studio in Frostburg, MD, 1890's, man in 30's Dr. Albert LICHTY was b. 1859, married Jennie HAY (1867-1907) and died 1921 and is buried in the Salisbury IOOF Cemetery in Salisbury, PA. 8 - Dr. Albert LICHTY'S wife, Kough Studio in Uniontown, PA, 1890's, woman in her 30's Jennie HAY LICHTY was b. 1867 and married Albert LICHTY (1859-1921), she died in 1907 and is buried in the Salisbury IOFF Cemetery in Salisbury, PA. 9/10 - Grandma LICHTY and Grandma MILLER, twin's taken in studios in Meyersdale, PA in the 1890's and Griffin Studio in Hebron, NE, 1880's, woman in 50's or 60's 11 - Dan LICHTY'S boys, no studio or location, 1880's 6-8 years 12 - S. J. HARRISON, Homer HARRISON, and Etta HARRISON, Adams Studio in Waterloo, IA, 1890's, boy about 4 years, couple in 30's 13 - Mrs. GROSSMAN, Eskelsen & Fritz Studio in Mt. Carroll, IL, 1890's woman in 40's, cousin to G. ROWLAND (believed to be Sarah STITZEL GROSSMAN) Sarah STITZEL GROSSMAN was b. 11 Jan 1846 the daughter of David STITZEL (d. 1859) and Sarah "Sally" STRICKLER (d. 1870). She married Jacob GROSSMAN on 1 Dec 1864 in Carroll Co. IL and together they had 6 children including, Emery Clayton GROSSMAN (1865-1950); Adda E. "Addie" GROSSMAN (1867-1942); Gertrude E. GROSSMAN BRENAMAN(1870-1957); Estella C. or C. Estella GROSSMAN WOLFE (1879-1963); Mabel E. GROSSMAN GUTHRIE (1883-1968); and Jessie M. GROSSMAN FARWELL (1885-1966). Sarah died 15 Oct 1933 and is buried in the Lanark City Cemetery in Lanark, IL. 14 - "Lulu Anna", taken at the Stevens Studio in Chicago, IL, 1890's, girl in her teens 15 - "Mamma and Myron", taken at C. H. Sword Studio in Lanark, IL, 1890's, woman is 27 years old and Myron is 19 months old There are also more than 50 others that are unidentified or only partially (first names) identified along with what appears to be a photograph of Sadie LICHTY ROWLAND and her husband who original owned this album. This is one of two albums belonging to the same family. I'm hoping to see them returned to family and would appreciate you contacting me regarding the album and this family at your earliest convenience. Thanks, Shelley

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: fjtUSMC Surnames: Arnhart Barris Blurton Breckinridge Burky Byrd Calhoun Clayton Cooper Carney Combs Davis Mrs. Davis Fees (Fels?) Florance Frick Gaines Harper Head Hendricks Hewitt Holt Johnson Lester Long Lucas Maples Mason McCarrell McDowell McNeill Murfield Neill Nelson Nickles Norman Pannell Patterson Qualls Richardson Reavis Seaman Savage Schiermeyer Steinaway Soutee Sullivan Towers Tuggle Wallace Whitney Williams Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/132/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My wife has a "memorial autograph" quilt top with 63 names, including a Clemmie and Fanny Burky and a central block dated June 26th, 1938 which states: "In Memory of Mother" There are other blocks dated 1938, and the towns of Aurora and Marchfield MO are mentioned. (See list) Does anyone know these names, or anything about them or this quilt? Thanks for any information. You may contact my wife Lisa at: ljtquilts@gmail.com Memorial Autograph Quilt - 63 blocks Opal Arnhart Ethel Barris Adelia Blurton Nancy Blurton Louise Breckinridge Clemmie Burky Fanny Burky Ella Byrd Florence Calhoun Mildred Clayton Mollie Clayton Lula Cooper Norma Carney Vanna Combs Edyth Davis Mrs. Fannie L. Davis Rose Fees (Fels?) Carrie Florance Gladys Frick E.F. Gaines Bess Hale - Aurora Mo. Aug 27 '38 Lily Hale Mr. & Mrs. Geo Harper Sallie Head Edith Hendricks Leatha Hewitt Ida M. Holt Lola Mae Johnson Adah Lester Mary Ann Long Alice Lucas Viva Maples Nelle Mason Lora McCarrell Mary McDowell Ruth McNeill Elizabeth Murfield Bertha Neill Lola G. Nelson Lizzie Nickles Reatha Norman Grace Pannell Maxine Pannell Tennye Pannell Ada Patterson Thelma Patterson Cora Qualls Grace A. Richardson 1938 Marchfield Mo. Ethel Reavis Ida Seaman Florence Savage Emma Schiermeyer Sophia Schiermeyer Elizabeth Steinaway Ella Steinaway Dora Soutee Edyth Sullivan Laura Towers Elsie Tuggle Georgia Wallace Olga Whitney Betty Sue Williams Dica Williams Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: BrianChristopher88 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/2.12.13.14.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I have some material relating to Augustus H. Burkey which I would like to discuss with you. Please contact me by e-mail. Thank you. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MikePalmer7 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/107.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, I am reasonably sure that I descend from Anna Catherine Burkey and Henry Gibson, listed above. Their graves can be found here: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GSln=gibson&GSiman=1&GScid=46103&GRid=107209806& Furthermore, the next link takes you to a brief biography (lower right hand corner) of Henry Gibson which mentions his wife Catharine Burkey and their nine children. I am of the fairly strong opinion I descend from there son John. Do you have any information on this John Gibson, son of Anna Catharine Burkey so I may compare notes? Mike Palmer mcpalmer7 - at - roadrunner.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: t42Vietnam_ParkerCoTX Surnames: BURKEY Classification: military Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/131/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BURKEY Kermit E - Vietnam Wall section 21 East Honor our Veterans. This is one of many photographs of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Parker Co, TX. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. See this photo, one of the 236,049 photos, free at http://teafor2.com where they are listed in order by state(Texas), county(Parker), cemetery(Vietnam) and Surname. If you know more about this person please reply here instead of contacting me because this is not my family. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Contribution Surnames: Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/130/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW SPRINGFIELD, OH - Mina N. Burkey, 82, passed away at her home unexpectedly Tuesday evening, March 18, 2014. Mina was born on Aug. 13, 1931, in Petersburg, Ohio a daughter of John and Mary (Nichols) Valentine. She graduated from Springfield Local High School in 1949 and was a lifetime member of the Petersburg Presbyterian Church. She married Ted Burkey on her birthday in 1950. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting. An avid reader, she would especially enjoy mysteries with a touch of romance. Mina leaves to cherish her precious memory, her daughter, Brenda Dull, with whom she made her home; her two sons, Ted Burkey of New Springfield and Jack Burkey of New Middletown; six grandchildren, Rich (Collette) Sheely, Dan Dull, Cory (Kelly) Husted, Shannon Dunlevy, Erica Burkey, and Elissa Burkey; four great-grandchildren, Bryce and Grace Dunlevy and Kegan and Gwen Sheely; a sister, Sally Codner of New Middletown; cousins Grace Brown of Columbus, Ohio and Dora Phelps of Florida; her niece, Adonna Codner, whom she was especially close with, as well as many other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ted, who passed away in September of 2008; and her daughter, Sherrie. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 22, at 11 a.m. at the Petersburg Presbyterian Church, 13996 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, with the Rev. Julieann Joy officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in Mina's memory to the Petersburg Presbyterian Church, 13996 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Petersburg, OH 44454. The Seederly-Mong & Beck Funeral Home in North Lima, Ohio has been entrusted with the arrangements. Family and friends are invited to visit www.seederly-mongandbeck.com to sign the guestbook or send private condolences. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Contribution Surnames: Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/129/mb.ashx Message Board Post: AUSTINTOWN - William H. Burkey, 66, died Thursday morning, Feb. 27, 2014, at his home, surrounded by family. William, affectionately known as "Bill," was born June 22, 1947, in Youngstown, Ohio (Mahoning County) a son of Herschel and Frances Sadosky Burkey. He graduated high school in Buffalo, N.Y. and attended Youngstown State University. Mr. Burkey first worked for Youngstown Sheet and Tube as a printer, then for Peck Engraving in Cleveland, and retired in 2011 from Community Corrections Association as a graphic artist, after 23 years of service. In his free time, Bill enjoyed traveling the east coast with his wife and their most memorable trip was visiting all the Hawaiian islands. He also enjoyed watching television and playing scratch off tickets. Bill was an advocate and supporter for organ donation. In 2012, he was the recipient of a lung transplant that greatly enhanced his last two years. He is survived by his wife, the former Sharon D. Bellino, whom he married Aug. 3, 1968; three daughters, Darlene (Mark McKissack) Jones of Lakeland, Fla., Joann Burkey of Youngstown, and Shelly (Frank) Roman of Campbell; son, Robert (Hannah) Burkey of Austintown; three sisters, Norma (Mike) DeOerio of Boardman, Ginger Kellish of Austintown, and Karen Womer of Austintown; 12 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Scott Burkey. A celebration of Bill's life followed by a meal and fellowship will be held Monday at noon at the Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home Family Center, 270 N. Main St., Poland, Ohio. Please visit www.beckerobits.com to send condolences. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: bakerj1511 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/128/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm not related but, while browsing old newspapers, came across an article on Elton Burkey, Austintown, Ohio, who won Father of the Year, after being nominated by his son, Elton. There is a picture of both father and son. The Youngstown Vindicator, June 13, 1950, page 5. http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=pqgf-8x9CmQC&dat=19500613&printsec=frontpage&hl=en Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: annageis76 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/122.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am catching up on adding the articles to new surname site I had requested had been added....I had requested Smejhal be added.....so I just added Joseph's wedding announcement to Bertha. Does Joseph have a find-a-grave memorial that this announcement could be added to? Anna in Colorado Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: debbie_w_457611 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/10.15.19.1.1.3.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My father was Kenneth Burkey is father was Roy E. Burkey Roy has 2 sisters Ethel May Burkey married a Fisher born Sept. 1887 Laura N.Burkey married a Humerickhouse born Feb. 1890 Roy's parents was David E. and Anna E. (Peters) Burkey (great grandparents) David was born Dec. 2, 1861 Died June 29, 1896 David's siblings are Alvaretta 1860 James 1863 Lue 1866 Sarah E.A. 1867 David's parents Joseph born 1839 Amanda Stevenson What I understand Joseph was married 3 times, so I really don't know if I have the right gggrandmother name. All of these was born in Ohio Now Joseph's father also Joseph born about 1805 in PA. If anyone can help me more please contact me at tweetybird68@facebook.com Thank you, Debbie Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Contribution Surnames: Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/127/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ELYRIA: Donald R. Burkey, 79, of Elyria, Ohio (Lorain County) passed away Monday, July 15, 2013 at EMH Healthcare following a brief illness. He was born November 15, 1933 in Fresno. OHIO (Coshocton County, Ohio) and was a Elyria resident for most of his life. Don worked at the Alltel Telephone Co., (now Windstream) as a PBX Installer/Repairman for 40 years, retiring in 1996. He was a member of the LaPorte United Methodist Church, served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, was a member of the American Legion Post 12 in Elyria, a 1951 Fresno High School graduate, was part of the Men's Coffee Klatch at the Abbe Rd. McDonald's in Elyria and enjoyed reading westerns,traveling and was a sports fan. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Denise (nee-McMurtrie); son, Steve Burkey of Elyria; son-in-law, J-P Duncan of Scranton, PA; three granddaughters; one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Duncan, daughter-in-law, Jane Burkey, sister, Elizabeth Pollock and a brother, John Burkey. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be Saturday July 20, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the LaPorte United Methodist Church, 2071 Grafton Rd., Elyria. Private burial will be at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, OHIO. Memorial contributions can be made in Donald's name to the LaPorte United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Elyria, 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Elyria, OH. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com Published in the Coshocton Tribune on July 18, 2013 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: melnic12 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/2.12.13.14.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Do you have any info on the Berkeys in Somerset, PA? That is the line I am trying to follow. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DeidreBurkey Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/54.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: my e-mail is now deidre1114@yahoo.com I'm still researching the Burkey family. Have you ever been told that you are of Indian ancestry? Cherokee or Shawnee??? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DeidreBurkey Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/73.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: new email.... deidre1114@yahoo.com was told my Grandfather Roy was a truck driver and my Uncle Ralph died when a tire exploded at work. They both worked for the same company. Not sure of company's name. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dalerenaud Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/41.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I do have a photo of his headstone and his wife. dalerenaud@wowway.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: bmurr Surnames: Burkey Murr Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/57.1.1.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks Ronnie, your GG Grandfather Albert is a brother to my John Blumingsteel Burkey. Do you have any documents or photo's of John Blumingsteel Burkey or his wife Anna Murr? Thanks, BMurr rhm911@comcast.net Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Contribution Surnames: Bartholomew, Helsel Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.burkey/126/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SEBRING - Minerva Jane "Aunt Sis" Burkey, 94, passed away on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, following an extended illness. Minerva was born in Youngstown, Ohio (Mahoning County) on Dec. 24, 1918, the daughter of Ray and Lucy "Pearl" (Helsel) Bartholomew, and was raised in Mahoning County. She worked many years at the Strong Manufacturing Co., Ravenna Arsenal, Sebring Container and General Motors in Lordstown, Ohio where everyone knew her as "Mini," where she was a proud member of the United Auto Workers Union No. 1714. She dedicated her life to the raising and upbringing of her children and family. She enjoyed gardening, fishing in Canada and being with her family. She enjoyed her grand and great-grandchildren the most. Holiday visits were her favorite time, when family would get together to enjoy the best cooking around and stories of the past that laid the ground work for so many in her life. After retiring from GM on April 27, 1987, she enjoyed her home and garden, if she wasn't outside working, something was wrong. As she aged, many medical issues set in and age caused her body to fail. Minerva will be missed so dearly by her family. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy L. Anderson; son Edward S. Burkey; a special niece, Sharon Rolland; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many great-great-grandchildren. Minerva is also survived by three half-sisters; a half brother; and two stepdaughters. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Burkey; a brother, Roy "Red" Bartholomew; two grandsons; and two stepsons. A funeral service will be held on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, at noon at the Gednetz-Ruzek Funeral Home with Rodney Anderson officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. and two hours prior to the service on Friday. Burial will be at Hartzell Cemetery in North Benton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Minerva's honor to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market Ave., Youngstown, OH 44512. Arrangements are by the Gednetz-Ruzek Funeral Home. Visit www.grfuneralhome.com to send condolences and sign the guest register online Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.