Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11466 Surname: DORMAN ------------------------- This is not the Benjamin Dorman in my family. My Benjamin Dorman was born in 1817. I am looking for info on Frank D Dorman who was born in 1860 in OH. Do you have any info on that?

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11465 Surname: ------------------------- hi candi: i saw your post about ben dorman. i do have some info on a ben dorman born about 1860 in cleveland oh. married anga parker. his son seth b. 1882 in buffalo NY was my grandfather. seth's son lyle is my dad. lyle had 2 sisters & 2 brothers. basil, lyle, virgil, clarabell & wanda. im not sure if this will help but you can e-mail for more info if you want to. they were from the ohio area.

This and another DODDS obit. posted today have been moved to the Obit. Board. They were mistakenly posted to the Query Board. You will find them at: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBurenObits Rich Gloria Jean Dodds wrote: > Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum > Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11464 > > Surname: Dodds, Gaddis, Perry, Rowley > ------------------------- > > Tuesday morning of this week, May 8, 1917, Lieut. W. H. Dodds, aged about > 77, died at his home in Ottawa, Kansas. He was an officer in the Fourteenth > Iowa Infantry during the Civil War, enlisting in the Hillsboro company > from Harrisburg township, Van Buren County. He is a brother of C. W. Dodds > of Keosauqua and John F. Dodds of Harrisburg. Two sons, Lute of Utica, > and Mete of Pierceville, born to him by his first wife, who was Miss Kate > Gaddis who died years ago, survive. He is also survived by his second wife, > who was Miss Ellen Perry of this county, and three sons born to them. The > mother is a niece of Mr. J. W. Rowley of Keosauqua. The deceased was a > citizen of high character and universally respected by all his acquaintances. > He had been in poor health for some time previous to his death and the > last two years suffered much from a broken hip, the result of being struck > by an automobile. He will be buried Thursday in the Ottawa, Kan. cemetery.

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11464 Surname: Dodds, Gaddis, Perry, Rowley ------------------------- Tuesday morning of this week, May 8, 1917, Lieut. W. H. Dodds, aged about 77, died at his home in Ottawa, Kansas. He was an officer in the Fourteenth Iowa Infantry during the Civil War, enlisting in the Hillsboro company from Harrisburg township, Van Buren County. He is a brother of C. W. Dodds of Keosauqua and John F. Dodds of Harrisburg. Two sons, Lute of Utica, and Mete of Pierceville, born to him by his first wife, who was Miss Kate Gaddis who died years ago, survive. He is also survived by his second wife, who was Miss Ellen Perry of this county, and three sons born to them. The mother is a niece of Mr. J. W. Rowley of Keosauqua. The deceased was a citizen of high character and universally respected by all his acquaintances. He had been in poor health for some time previous to his death and the last two years suffered much from a broken hip, the result of being struck by an automobile. He will be buried Thursday in the Ottawa, Kan. cemetery.

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11463 Surname: Dodds, Wallace, Sayer ------------------------- August 8, 1923 Obituary of C. W. Dodds Charles Wallace Dodds, son of John and Susan Wallace Dodds, was born April 15th, 1858, in Harrisburg twnship, Van Buren county, Iowa. Mr. Dodds was the youngest of nine children, three of whom survive, Mrs. Nora Sayer, of LaBelle, Mo.; J. A. Dodds, of Kansas City, Mo., and J.F. Dodds, of Bonaparte, Iowa. The greater part of his life was spent in the furniture and undertaking business, having been engaged at Bonaparate, Iowa; Ames, Iowa;, Farmington, Iowa, and Keosauqua, Iowa. Four years ago he retired broken in health. Some fifteen months ago he was stricken with the fatal disease which caused his death Aug. 8th, 1923, at the age of 65 years, 3 months and 24 days. He is survived by his wife, son and daughter-in-law, who mourn the passing of a kind husband and indulgent father. Charley, as he was familiarly known by his friends, who numbered all his acquaintances, was a good citizen, an exemplary man and will be greatly missed, especially by his Keosauqua friends who held him in highest esteem. Funeral services were held at the home Saturday afternoon, Aug 11, at 2:30 o'clock, in charge of Rev. J. C. Caughian, pastor of the Keosauqua M. E. church, and burial was in the Purdom cemetery. Six nephews served as pall-bearers: E. S. Proper, Ames; Ed Dodds, Mt. Pleasant; L. W. Dodds, V. N. Dodds, Ralph Dodds and Harry Dodds, all of Van Buren County.

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11460 Surname: Keokuk ------------------------- In response to Lee County and Chief Keokuk. Tell me what surnames you feel descended from Keokuk. I have been in contact with SEVERAL others as well. Scott

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11459 Surname: Glasgow, Weyer, Parr, Furtney, Lanman, Elston, Fite, Hemingway ------------------------- Nancy Jane Deborn was born near Eldon in Salt Creek township on September 23, 1868, and passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Carrie Parr, on Monday, February 24, 1919, age 50 years, 5 months and 1 day. Her father and mother, Gilbert and Savina Deborn preceded her in death. In Dec. 1886 she was married to Nathaniel Glasgow. To this union two children were born, Mrs. Carrie Parr and Ruth of Bonaparte. Mr. and Mrs. Glasgow lived for a number of years near Eldon:one year was spent in Missouri and about 12 years near Troy in Davis County. Mrs. Glasgow has been in poor health in since March, 1918. Last September she was taken to her daughter's home to be near the children and recieve their kindly care. Her last illness was about three weeks. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, two daughters, Carrie and Ruth, her step-mother, Mrs. Annie Deborn, four sisters, Mrs. Mary Glasgow, Dacoma, Okla., Mrs. Ida Furtney, Water Valley, Ark.; Mrs. Louise Lanman of near Eldon; Mrs. Nettie Elston, West Branch, Iowa., a brother, Joe Deborn, Eldon, IA, two half-sisters, Mrs. Annie Fite, Eldon, and Mrs. Clara Hemingway, West Branch. and one half brother Clarence Deborn of Eldon. One half brother Hiram, preceded herr in death, and three grandchildren Evelyn, Ethel and James Parr. Besides there there are numerous loved ones and friends. About 36 years ago, Mrs. Glasgow united with the Christian Church. About 8 years ago she united with the M.E. church at Troy. Mrs. Glasgow was a good woman, a faithful helpmate and loving mother. She was never complaining but was always cheerful and kind. In the church where she loved to work she was a very devoted and faithful member, always willingly doing her part. Her pastor knew her as a faithful Christian. She showed to others a beautiful loving Christian character. Thus we might say with the redeemed: "There shall be no maor pain or sorrow for God shall wipe away all tears," we will not call our loved one back to pain and suffering but rather we will live until God says "come" and we will all be united to part no more.

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11458 Surname: Corry ------------------------- Rich, I'd forgotten that these bios for Van Buren County are on line. Thanks for jogging my memory! It's beats reading the small print and typing it in an email message. Linda

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11457 Surname: Corry ------------------------- Rich, I'd forgotten that these bios are on line. thanks for jogging my memory! It's beats reading the small print and typing it in an email message. Linda

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11456 Surname: Corry ------------------------- The 1878 History of Van Buren Co. Bios are also online. Follow the link below. You can search by surame or scan each township for names you might be interested in. Link: 1878 History of VBCo. Bios URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~iavanbur/1878bios.htm>

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11455 Surname: Corry ------------------------- Hi Brenda, I found info on a James Corry, Jr. in my History of Van Buren County book (written in 1878). Here goes: Corry, James Jr. far.,Sec.18, PO Birmingham; son of James and Isabella Corry; born in Allegheny Co. Penn. in 1832; his parents were natives of Ireland; came to the United States in 1818; settled in Allegheny Co. Penn; his father was born in 1797, and is still living; mother died in 1841, in Penn. Came to Van Buren Co. spring of 1855 and stopped in Harrisburg Tp., in 1858 moved just north of Birmingham and came to his present farm in 1868. Married Ellen M. Redman of this county, Nov. 4, 1858. She was born in this county, died Aug. 8, 1863. Married Laura E. Hiatt of Lee Co. Iowa, Sept. 23, 1875. She was born Feb. 19, 1850 in Iowa. Have one son by first wife - Chester E. and one by second wife, Clyde L.; owns a farm of 306 acres of land, valued at $40 per acre. Is a member of the Presbyterian Church; Republican." This is on page 593 of the book. Hope it helps!! Linda

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11454 Surname: Bennett ------------------------- Janet, In the History of Van Buren County book which I have, there is a "John Bennett, farmer, Sec. 10 P.O. Birmingham, born in Bradford Co. Penn. Jan. 21, 1798...in 1837 he moved to Van Buren Co.... His wife's name was Sarah Bagley, and they had 14 children, but none with the name or initials "J.D." Do you think there's any connection? Do you know what township your JD lived in? It might say in the census data. Let me know and I'll look further in the book. Linda

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11453 Surname: Corry ------------------------- In search of any and all info dealing with The Corry Farm that sits outside of Birmingham, Iowa. Have childhood memories of this place. Just bits and pieces though. As I recall it sits off the Stockport or Bonaparte blacktop. Just maybe a mile out of Birmingham. Been abandoned for years now. Last I saw this house it looked like it was ready to collaspe. Please help if you can. The little information could be big to me. Thanks, Brenda

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11449 Surname: RUARK ------------------------- My g-g-g-grandfather was James Ruark of Van Buren Co., son of John Ruark & Drusilla Clark Ruark. I have a William Joseph Ruark, b. 29 Nov 1812, listed as a brother to John, is this the "Joseph" to whom you are refering? There was also a Timothy Ruark family in the area at the same time. He married Mary Ann "Martha" Crown 1849 Clark Co., MO, and had children Christie, Seth William, Lavina Ellen, and Mary H. Wondering how this family fits in. Please contact me at aavang@stans.net

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11448 Surname: Rurak, Strah, Talbott ------------------------- Thank you for the information! John Harvey Strah is my great, great Grandfather. If you need any information on that line let me know!

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11446 Surname: Bennett ------------------------- I am looking for information on the family of JD Benett list on the 1860 Van Buren County IA Census. He is listed as age 32 married to a Mary with children William age 6 Jacob age 8 and Sophrona age 4. Sophrona is my ggggrandmother. Any help would be appreciated.

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11445 Surname: RUARK, STRAH, TALBOTT, CLARK ------------------------- Francis Ruark was the daughter of Joseph and Julia Ruark. They moved to Van Buren Co IA @1850.Their children were Eliza,Mary, James, Francis, America, Howard and Elizabeth. America, married Seth M Perry 31 Oct 1870 in Clark Co. MO. Francis married John Strah(strain on record) 14 September 1875 Clark Co MO. My great,great grandfather was John Ruark,one of Joseph's brothers. He was married to Drucilla Clark. Several brothers moved from Pulaski Co KY to Van Buren Co IA, via IN @1850.

Posted on: VanBuren Co. Ia Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBuren/11444 Surname: Rurak, Strah, Talbott ------------------------- I am looking for any information on the following people: Frances Rurak Strah Talbott - she married John Harvey Strah from Farmington, Iowa and then John Talbott John Harvey Strah from Farmington Iowa America Rurak Perry from Farmington Iowa - moved to Clark County MO - may be the sister of Frances

Saturday night, June 2nd was the 6th Annual Bonaparte Historic Cemetery Tour. Several listmembers were in attendance as well as members of the Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society. Being a Bonaparte native, I am admittedly a bit prejudiced. <g> However, this is an outstanding event that draws a crowd from a wide, wide area. The tour lasts approximately 1 1/2 hours and features area citizens, dressed in costumes of the period, performing at "graveside" as a variety of "late residents." See photo at: http://bonaparte-iowa.com/ I was please to find my gg-grandmother, Nancy Johnson Rabb was the third stop on the tour this year. She came to Van Buren Co. in 1837. Her story mostly concerned her 2nd husband, Joseph Rabb, and the wooden tombstone that he, in his in his Last Will and Testament, instructed be built to his specific instructions . His Will and a photo of his wooden tombstone can be found at: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBurenWill/14 The Genealogy Society had a table set up with all their publications on display including the brand new Bonaparte Cemetery Book which has an every name index, maiden names, etc. of every "resident". A list of all their publications is at: http://www.rootsweb.com/~iavanbur/forsale.htm Again, if you have not participated in a cemetery tour such as this, I'd highly recommend it. In fact, the folks at Milton in Jackson township will be having their first such tour on June 30th. For more information, you can contact Fran Hunt at miltonfzh@lisco.com . ___________________________________________________________ «¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»¥«¤»§«¤» Rich Lowe richlowe@web-iowa.com Van Buren Co. IA GenWeb Coordinator http://www.rootsweb.com/~iavanbur/ IAVANBUR-L Mail List http://www.rootsweb.com/~iavanbur/how-to-subscribe.html Villages of Van Buren http://www.800-tourvbc.com

The Van Buren County Obituary Board has reached a milestone tonight with the posting of the 2,000th obituary! The honor went to . . . who else, but Karen DaPra of Michigan who has posted nearly 900 of those 2,000. As Karen recently said, "I've personally not come across another county that has so many obits posted. It feels great to be able to keep increasing the number! Sure goes alot faster with so many volunteers posting." If any listmembers have not yet posted obits of their ancestors where available, please do so now. Many connections have been made through our obituary boards. Please contribute your information so others can find you! Thanks Karen DaPra, Rhonda Rankin Rowe, and all the others who have been so important in making this such a useful resource. http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/VanBurenObits Rich ___________________________________________________________ «¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»¥«¤»§«¤» Rich Lowe richlowe@web-iowa.com Van Buren Co. IA GenWeb Coordinator http://www.rootsweb.com/~iavanbur/ IAVANBUR-L Mail List http://www.rootsweb.com/~iavanbur/how-to-subscribe.html Villages of Van Buren http://www.800-tourvbc.com