This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Fitzwater, Valentine, Forsythe Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/GdW.2ACIB/189.3 Message Board Post: I don't know if I can make any connection to my own family or not since I haven't been able to find ANYTHING about my great great grandmother other than her name and that she came to Arkansas from West Virginia back in the 1800's, but I am still interested in a copy of this book. Frances Smith 8501 Hwy 79 South Pine Bluff, AR 71603 fsmith@nctr.fda.gov
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Valentine, Forsythe Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/GdW.2ACIB/193.1 Message Board Post: Could you check the names of the children in the family bible and let me know if you find a daughter named Ruby, Arbetia, or Elizabeth? My great great grandmother was Ruby Arbetia Elizabeth (at least that is what we have been told), she might have even went by Beth or Betsy. I know that she came from West Virginia to Arkansas but I haven't been able to find out ANYTHING else about her. Thanks, Frances Smith fsmith@nctr.fda.gov
October 3, 2002 Daily Independent Newspaper Ridgecrest, California Ms. Fitzwater was born in Augusta, Ga. on April 5, 1949. She was active with the Veterans of Foreign War, enjoyed camping, traveling, knitting, sewing, arts and crafts and music, according to her family. Ms. Fitzwater was a homemaker at the time of her death. She is survived by her companion, Robert Guinn of Ridgecrest; her daughter, Becky Gordon of Redmond, Wash., her daughter Darci Fitzwater of Canyon Country; her son, Mike Atkins of Everett, Wash., her stepson Joey Guinn of Dale City, Va.; her father Jack Ramsey of Ridgecrest; grandmother Gracy Ramsey of Texas; her aunt, Rubye Ramsey of Alabama; and her uncle Bill Ramsey of Alabama. Her daughter, Toni N. Guinn; mother Nora Ramsey and brother Jack Ramsey Jr. preceded her in death. Five grandchildren survive Ms. Fitzwater. A memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2002 at 1 pm in Holland & Lyons Chapel. Pastor Jim Weston of the Desert Christian Center will officiate. The family has requested a private visitation for family only. Private cremation and arrangements are by Holland & Lyons Mortuary. October 9, 2002 News Review Newspaper Ridgecrest, California Marilyn (Sue) Frances Fitzwater Marilyn (Sue) Frances Fitzwater of Ridgecrest died Sept. 27, 2002 at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. She was 53. Memorial services were held Oct. 8, at Desert Memorial Park. Pastor Jim Weston of Desert Christian Center officiated. Mrs. Fitzwater was born April 5, 1949 in Augusta, Ga. A homemaker, she was a lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars and enjoyed camping, travel, sewing, knitting, arts and crafts and music. She is survived by her companion Robert Guinn of Ridgecrest; daughters Becky Gordon of Redmond, Wash., and Darci Fitzwater of Canyon Country; son, Mike Atkins of Everett, Wash., stepson Joey Guinn of Dale City, Va., father, Jack Ramsey of Ridgecrest; grandmother Gracy Ramsey of Texas; aunt Rubye Ramsey of Alabama, uncle Bill Ramsey of Alabama and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Toni N. Guinn, mother Nora Ramsey and brother Jack Ramsey, Jr. Interment was at the Desert Memorial Park Rose Garden. Private cremation and arrangements were provided by Holland & Lyons Mortuary.
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: fitzwater Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/GdW.2ACIB/198.1 Message Board Post: 10/24/02...just found your message, hope this helps alonzo married millie lambert 5 sons, jack, l.a., george, eugene, leroy, all dead(?) 1 daughter, ruby, still living
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GdW.2ACIB/101.129.1 Message Board Post: Hi there, I was curious about your Fitzwater's coming from Ky. Now according to the census of 1900, 1910, and 1920 one of my ancestors Eli Fitzwater came from Ky to TX at the latest in 1860. Cannot find any Fitzwater family to lay claim to Eli, born circa 1840, joined TX Rangers in 1860. Married a Martha "Mattie" Calloway circa 1862 and had a son named Thomas Fitzwater born between 1864-66.. Appreciate all and any responses.
September 30, 2002 Sun Gazette Williamsport, Pennsylvania Shirley M. (Fitzwater) Barnes, 57, of Canton RR#3, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Barnes; her children, Mark Barnes and Brenda Barrett; step-children, Monty and Marcia Barnes; 2 brothers, 5 sisters and 15 grandchildren. Viewing will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, at East Canton United Methodist Church. A service will follow at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Jay Morris officiating. The family will provide the flowers. Contributions in Shirleys memory may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, Pa., 17701. Morse & Kleese Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
June 11, 2002 Hagerstown Herald Mail Hagerstown, Maryland Hagerstown Morning Herald (MD) June 11, 2002 Kings Mountain, N.C. - Margie Pine, 86, of Kings Mountain, and formerly of Martinsburg, W.Va., died Sunday, June 9, 2002, at Kings Mountain Hospital. Born Sept. 4, 1915, in Rockingham County, Va., she was the daughter of the late James Franklin and Rhoda Halterman Fitzwater. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aldon Pine. She is survived by one brother, Berlin Fitzwater of Charles Town, W.Va.; one sister, Juanita Huffstetler of Kings Mountain; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Ocla Fitzwater and Laird Fitzwater; and four sisters, Lenora Schenck-Eversole, Alma Myers, Lodis Curtis and Bernice Files. Services will be Thursday at 1 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home, Martinsburg. The Rev. Robert Maraugha will officiate. Burial will be in Rosedale Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
September 3, 2002 Washington DC Post Washington, DC JEFFREY, Jean "Tommi" On Saturday, August 31, 2002, Jean Fitzwater Jeffrey of Alexandria, VA and Stuart, FL; daughter of the late Richard L. and Gertrude Archer Fitzwater; mother of Paige Schreiner and her husband of Tobey of Damascus, MD; grandmother of Carly Garrett and Mary Thomas Schreiner; stepmother of David Jeffrey of San Diego, CA and mark Jeffrey of Austin, TX; sister of Elizabeth Nixon of Cos Cob, CT and Ann Rathjen of Pleasantown, CA; also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jeffrey was known for her watercolor artwork. She was a member of the Westminister Presbyterian Church, Alexandria, VA, Associate member of the Palm City Presbyterian Church in FL., and honorary twig member of Alexandria Hospital, a member of Friends of Hospice, the Elliott Museum and associated with the Tequerta Art Gallery. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2002, at the Westminister Presbyterian Church, Cameron Mill Road, Alexandria, VA at 3:30 pm. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions should be made to the Hospice of Martin & St. Lucie Counties for the Martin Memorial Cancer Center. Arrangements by the Olin L. Moleswroth P.A., Funeral Home, Damascus, MD.
September 14, 2002 Daily News Record Harrisonburg, Virginia Julia I. Fitzwater Mrs. Julia Isabel Loving Fitzwater, 93, a resident of the Bridgewater Retirement Home, died Friday morning, Sept. 13, 2002. A daughter of the late Houston and Alma Grace Drummond Loving, she was born Feb. 4, 1909, in Nelson County. Mrs. Fitzwater lived all her married life in the Harrisonburg area and was the co-owner of Five and Dime Café for over 30 years. She was a member of First Church of the Brethren in Harrisonburg. On Jan. 16, 1927, she married Frank W. Fitzwater Sr., who preceded her in death. Surviving are one sister, Emma Snodgrass of Harrisonburg; a half sister and a half brother, Elizabeth Wright and Charles Loving, both of Madison Heights; two grandchildren, Frank W. (Billy) Fitzwater III and Julie Kramer, both of Harrisonburg; and two great-grandchildren, Nicci Kramer and Cassidy Kramer. She was preceded in death by a son, Frank W. (Billy) Fitzwater Jr. and a daughter-in-law, Ruth C. Fitzwater. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Sept. 16, 2002, at 11 a.m. at the Lindsey Harrisonburg Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Sunday evening from 7 to 8 at the funeral home. Those desiring to do so, may make memorial contributions in her name to the charity of their choice.
September 13, 2002 San Luis Obispo Telegram Tribune San Luis Obispo, California Anita Viotto The Tribune Anita Maureen Viotto died Sept. 9, 2002, at her daughter's residence in Arroyo Grande. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Mrs. Viotto was born May 19, 1930, in South Bend, Ind. She moved to Santa Barbara in 1944 and was a resident of Arroyo Grande since 1963. In 1955 she and her husband began 25 years of commercial fishing for swordfish, living on their 52-foot boat off Catalina Island and the Santa Barbara Islands, making their ports from San Pedro, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo. After retirement, she enjoyed homemaking and family gatherings. Mrs. Viotto is survived by her daughter, Kathy Baker and husband, Chuck of Arroyo Grande; two granddaughters, Latisha Balko of Arroyo Grande and Kimberly Noble and husband Miles of Orangevale; two great-grandchildren, Skylar & Paige Noble of Orangevale; her sisters and brothers-in-law of her late husband; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews; and an aunt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; her parents, Thelma and Maurice Fitzwater; and her brother, Ronald D. Fitzwater. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Partners of the Central Coast, 277 South St., Ste. R, San Luis Obispo, 93401. Arrangements are by Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel of Grover Beach.
September 3, 2002 Elmira Star Gazette Elmira, New York FITZWATER Jordan R. Age 17, of Troy, PA, died August 31, 2002 as the result of an accident operating an ATV. Born on July 16, 1985 in Sayre, he was the son of Don and Lynette (Beardslee) Fitzwater. He was a member of the Junior class at Troy Senior High School and was active with the varsity Soccer team. Jordan worked at the Lottahill Farm in Springfield Township. A kind and considerate person, Jordan never had a bad word to say against anyone. He was a well-rounded young gentleman who appreciated and loved life. Jordan enjoyed nature, loved to hunt, go 4-wheeling with his cousin Marc and many good friends. In loving honor of Jordan's respect for life, he became a hero to many people by donating his organs so that others may benefit. In addition to his parents, surviving are: his sisters, Kelsey and Haley; maternal grandparents, Roy and Barbara Beardslee of Troy; paternal grandfather, Kenneth Fitzwater of Canton; several aunts, uncles and cousins; special friend, Kelly Mott; many friends and his faithful dog Charlie. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Josephine Fitzwater. Friends may call from 5-7 PM Thursday at the Pepper Funeral Home, Canton. A celebration of Jordan's life will follow at 7:30 PM, with Rev. Jon Buxton officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jordan's name to the Troy Soccer Team, c/o Troy High School, at 250 High Street, Troy, PA 16947.
September 4, 2002 Times-News Twin Falls, Idaho Ona Hayes, 88, of Twin Falls, died Monday, September 2, 2002, at Heritage Retirement Center. Ona was born January 21, 1914, at Virginia, Nebraska, to Isaac and Maggie May Miller Fitzwater. Ona attended school at Beatrice, Nebraska, and graduated from high school there. Ona married Anton (Tony) Schultz in Twin Falls, Idaho. To this union a son, Gene Schultz, was born November 3, 1935. Tragically, Tony was killed in a car accident in 1936. Ona later met and married Alfred W. Hayes on November 24, 1937. To this union was born a son, Roy W. Hayes, August 17, 1938. Mr. Hayes served as county supervisor for the Department of Health and Welfare in various areas and Ona and sons followed him. They also followed him as he served in World War II with the US Army at Olympia, Washington, and Caldwell, Idaho. After her husband's discharge from the Army, Ona and sons followed him as he again worked for the Department of Health and Welfare, finally settling in Twin Falls. Ona worked with her husband in their furniture business in Twin Falls. Mr. Hayes passed away September 1, 1977. Ona is survived by her son, Gene (Donna) Schultz of Folsom, California; two grandsons, Greg (Lynn) Schultz of El Dorado Hills, California and Derek (Diane) Schultz of Citrus Heights, California; and three great-granddaughters, Sara & Nicole Schultz and Jody Schultz. Ona was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, her two husbands, and a son. A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 5, 2002, at Sunset Memorial Park. At Ona's request, there will be no viewing. The family suggests that memorial contributions be given to Hospice Visions. Contributions may be given to funeral chapel staff or mailed to Reynolds Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 1142, Twin Falls, Idaho 83303-1142.
August 24, 2002 Mobile Register Mobile, Alabama MOBILE COUNTY Cecil C. Fitzwater Cecil C. Fitzwater, a native of West Virginia and a resident of Mobile for the past 22 years, died Thursday at a local hospital. He was 72. Survivors include his wife, Hazel Fick Fitzwater of Mobile; two daughters, Sharon Fitzwater of Denver and Denise Thomas of Mobile; a son, Kim Fitzwater of Akron, Ohio; a sister, Ruth Borgese of Bridgeton, N.J.; a brother, Charus Fitzwater of Summersville, W.Va.; and three grandchildren. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Monday at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home on Three Notch Road, followed be a graveside service at 10 a.m. in Mobile Memorial Gardens.
August 7, 2002 Morgan County Press Stover, Missouri MYRTLE L. SMITH, 1924-2002, Versailles Myrtle L. Smith, 78, of Versailles, died Sunday, July 28, 2002, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City. She was born Feb. 11, 1924 in Ray County, a daughter of Thomas E. and Ora Schumate Fitzwater. On July 31, 1937 in Kansas City, she was married to Orville C. Smith, who died Oct. 17, 1965. Mrs. Smith retired from the Pillsbury Corp. in Joplin. She lived for several years in Kansas City, where she was a member of Sheffield Assembly of God Church. She moved to Versailles in 1988. She liked playing bingo, working with flowers and spending time with her family. Surviving are five sons, William E. Smith and Ronnie Smith, both of Kansas City, Orvel "Jack" Smith of Clinton, Jerry D. Smith of Versailles and Joe Smith of Overland Park, Kan.; four daughters, Sue Marriott of Stover, Barbara Smith of Kansas City, Janet Alpers of Versailles and Carolyn Jordan of Bellevue, Neb.; a foster daughter, Renee Sidenstricker of Purcell; a brother Leroy Fitzwater of Basehor, Kan.; two sisters, Mary Cox of Sunrise Beach and Dora Parker of North Kansas City; 38 grandchildren; and 44 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson; a great-grandson; two brothers, Leonard Fitzwater and Marvin Fitzwater; and a sister, Edna Carlton. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Washington Funeral Home in Kansas City with the Rev. Dinzel Webb officiating. Burial will be in Mount Washington Cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Versailles and from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Washington Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or to First Baptist Church in Stover.
Hello, My Fitzwater family come from the Teddington/Twickenham areas of Middlesex England. Anyone else researching these areas. Jean
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: NEWELL FITZWATER Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GdW.2ACIB/57.60.1 Message Board Post: Harry Newell was born 3-13-1816 he died 9-9-1895. You can find Susan and Harry listed in the census of Bradford Co. PA 1850 In some places he is Henry. I also found him in a taxble reccord pg 64 but I can't remember where I believe it was 1851, The Joyce M Tice Tri-County site has information you might be able to use. Good hunting. I'll check back on the taxable record informatoion and get back to you He is listed under Canton Township. He is also listed in the 1880 census. I believe he is buried ih the Rutty Cemetery in PA. Oh, Harry is the son of my 3 great grandfather whom I am looking for. Drake Porter Drake Porter
April 8, 2002 Wichita Eagle Wichita, Kansas Dodge City Fitzwater, Hazel N., 87, former teacher, died Saturday, April 6, 2002. Service 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Swaim Funeral Home. Survivors: husband, Everett; daughter, Royanna Brehm of Harrisburg, Pa.; one grandchild; two great-grandchildren. Memorial established with Trinity Manor.
July 30, 2002 Sedalia Democrat Sedalia, Missouri Myrtle L. Smith, 1924-2002, Versailles Myrtle L. Smith, 78, of Versailles, died Sunday, July 28, 2002, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City. She was born Feb. 11, 1924, in Ray County, a daughter of Thomas E. and Ora Schumate Fitzwater. On July 31, 1937, in Kansas City, she was married to Orville C. Smith, who died Oct. 17, 1965. Mrs. Smith retired from the Pillsbury Corp. in Joplin. She lived for several years in Kansas City, where she was a member of Sheffield Assembly of God Church. She moved to Versailles in 1988. She liked playing bingo, working with flowers and spending time with her family. Surviving are five sons, William E. Smith and Ronnie Smith, both of Kansas City, Orvel "Jack" Smith of Clinton, Jerry D. Smith of Versailles and Joe Smith of Overland Park, Kan.; four daughters, Sue Marriott of Stover, Barbara Smith of Kansas City, Janet Alpers of Versailles and Carolyn Jordan of Bellevue, Neb.; a foster daughter, Renee Sidenstricker of Purcell; a brother, Leroy Fitzwater of Basehor, Kan.; two sisters, Mary Cox of Sunrise Beach and Dora Parker of North Kansas City; 38 grandchildren; and 44 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson; a great-grandson; two brothers, Leonard Fitzwater and Marvin Fitzwater; and a sister, Edna Carlton. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Washington Funeral Home in Kansas City with the Rev. Dinzel Webb officiating. Burial will be in Mount Washington Cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Versailles and from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Washington Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or to First Baptist Church in Stover.
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GdW.2ACIB/198 Message Board Post: My name is James, I havent been able to find ayone thing past my great grandfather Alonzo. If you have any imformation or are a descendent please let me know
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Fitzwater, Valentine Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GdW.2ACIB/191.1 Message Board Post: I just found out a little more about my family. Apparently she went by Elizabeth Fitzwater. She married John Franklin Valentine and they had several children among which as William Franklin Valentine, born Jan 20, 1869 in Highland County, Virginia. He came with his parents and siblings to Arkansas where he married Dosia Mellvina Bryant (1882-1958) on July 19, 1902 in Holland, AR. He died December 29, 1948 in Cabot, AR. I realize this still isn't a lot of information but I am just hoping something will ring a bell with someone out there. Anyway, this rules out the theory that she may have been from Ohio rather than West Virginia. John Franklin Valentine and Elizabeth Fitzwater were by great great grandparents. Thanks, Frances Weeks Smith Arkansas