Would someone check the obituary listing at the library for the following individuals? Charles T. Stroup, death would be prior to 1992 Clarke H. Williams, date of death March 15, 2003 Raymond Voegeli, prior to 1956, he could be buried in the Walnut Hill Cemetery where his parents are buried Louis Voegeli, no date known but he is buried in Walnut Hill Cemetery Many thanks. Conni Mitchell Braun

You could try checking the Obits at STPL - the Post-Dispatch often run obits from Illinos. http://www.slpl.lib.mo.us/libsrc/obit.htm Lynn Conni Braun wrote: > Would someone check the obituary listing at the library for the following individuals? > > > Charles T. Stroup, death would be prior to 1992 > > Clarke H. Williams, date of death March 15, 2003 > > Raymond Voegeli, prior to 1956, he could be buried in the Walnut Hill Cemetery where his parents are buried > > Louis Voegeli, no date known but he is buried in Walnut Hill Cemetery > > Many thanks. > Conni Mitchell Braun -- Visit my genealogy website: http://webs.lanset.com/lingbro Key surnames: BOCHNICEK, BROD, BROZ, DVORAK, GRAHAM, HRASKY, ONTL, PETRAN, PAZDERA, SMRCKA, STEUERNAGEL, TOUPAL, VANICEK, VOKRACKA and more, most from Missouri, Illinois and New York areas. "ALL INCOMING AND OUTGOING E-MAIL IS SCANNED WITH NORTON ANTI-VIRUS, updated daily"

Finding the Graves of Civil War Veterans Hello list, It's been a while since I've been on this list, but I thought this information might be useful to some of you, epecially after one of your officers suggested that I make it available for you. As some of you may know, I'm involved with Tombstone/Gravestone Restoration, and am particularly interested in the finding, and in the restoration, of tombstones of Civil War Veterans. (Refer to article below, for credentials). Some of you have mentioned to me in the past, that you have encountered situations, whereby you knew the general area where a veteran was buried, but not the exact spot, maybe because his/her grave was unmarked, or the marker was damaged, lost or stolen. Because of this, it came to my mind, that I should make you aware of someone in our (restoration) industry who specializes in finding graves, using modern, high-tech equipment, computers, and highly trained cadavre dogs. This is a last-resort method (and can be somewhat pricy), after extensive research and ground-probing fails to find a gravestone. To be more specific, he can find any unmarked grave, even if the grave never had a tombstone. His name is Rich GREEN and his company is HAR (Historic Archaeological Research). His website is http://www.har-indy.com Rich specializes in this "electronic reconnaissance" (as his industry calls it), using GPS, EMC (electromagnetic conductivity - this generally works the best, but is more expensive), magnetometry, thermal-infrared, ground-penetrating radar, and other highly skilled techniques. He is known and renowned in our industry all over the country, and has worked at historic Civil War sites and battlefields, and other historic and pre-historic/archaeological projects all around the country. His services are also utilized by police agencies, to help solve cases of missing persons, and so on. He might soon be involved in the restoration of the historic cemetery at Ste. Genevieve, MO. If anyone is seriously interested, I can send Rich's resume to you, or you can contact him directly. Please tell him I sent you...and no, I don't get anything for doing this. Hope this helps someone, in finding a Civil War vet's grave, or any grave for that matter. Sincerely, John Maurath 8808 Eggeling Lane St. Louis, MO 63127 314-843-6787 conlaeth@juno.com (Maurath Family from Millstadt, St. Clair County, IL) Keeper Of The Cemetery History lover John Maurath volunteers his time to maintain and restore Crestwood's Eddie Family Cemetery by Hal Pritzker, South County Times John Maurath was concerned about the conditions of many of the headstones at the Eddie Cemetery. Last summer, he offered his services to the city of Crestwood. photo by Diana Linsley John Maurath turned out to be exactly the kind of citizen-volunteer that the Crestwood Depatment of Parks and Recreation ordered. Among the city's responsibilities is maintenance of municipal and, sometimes, private cemeteries. Due to periodic financial difficulties, however, this duty often is reduced to grass cutting and the most basic care. Often, headstones receive virtually no attention. Then, late last summer, Maurath came along. And at least one Crestwood area cemetery, once owned by the Thomas Eddie family, has benefitted from Maurath's interest and expertise in headstone maintenance and restoration. The Scottish-born Eddie lived in the Crestwood area from the 1820s until his death, some 70 years later. He had been a fur trader, farmer and tavern owner. According to legend, Eddie bought a small parcel of land in the area of southwestern Crestwood/southeastern Sunset Hills. The land was to be utilized as a family cemetery, carrying the Thomas Eddie name and being operated by family members. Today, that cemetery is located in Crestwood, near the border with Sunset Hills, on Eddie and Park Road. Eventually, as the number of family descendents dwindled, maintenance of the property likewise was reduced. Ultimately, during at least the last two decades of the 20th century, responsibility for the Eddie Cemetery fell to the city of Crestwood. "About all we were able to do was keep the grass and shrubbery in reasonable condition," said Lisa Blumer, director of the Crestwood Department of Parks and Recreation. "We just didn't have the financial capability to really maintain the Eddie Cemetery and its (approximately 30 surface) headstones." Enter Maurath. "When John came by and volunteered to do periodic maintenance and restoration on the stones, we were somewhat surprised but delighted," Blumer said. "Not only for the work itself, but because John was willing to do it free of charge." Maurath, 50, long has been a history buff ... particularly involving the Civil War era. "Quite a while ago, I learned that our family had people who participated in the conflict," explained Maurath, a Sunset Hills native. "As sort of a hobby, I became an amateur historian and genealogist." Those interests, avidly pursued through the Internet, eventually brought Maurath to utilizing his avocations as a vocation. In late 2003, he founded locally-based Cemetery Restoration Services. As the name suggests, the firm specializes in maintaining and restoring headstones. "Since my parents reside in Sunset Hills, I often drive by the Eddie Cemetery," said Maurath, who returned to St. Louis in early 2003 after almost 20 years in Chicago. "I was disturbed about the condition of many of the headstones. So last summer, I offered my services -- without charge -- to Crestwood city officials. They were happy to have someone come in and improve the situation. "I took a lot of pride in taking the initiative." Since starting his firm, Maurath understandably charges for his services. But though his work now generates profit, his fascination remains for the somewhat unique profession. "There aren't many companies or individuals who do this sort of work," said Maurath, who was a Chicago corporate general manager. "For that reason and others, there is a need for the services my company, and others like it, provide." Maurath said that many monument firms focus more on selling new headstones than improving existing ones. "As do other maintenance/restoration companies, mine closely follows the guidelines established by the Association For Gravestone Studies," he noted. How did Maurath's one-time corporate career eventually lead to cemeteries? It was not, he joked, an attempt to "kill" time. "Because of my avid interest in history and genealogy, I eagerly utilized the internet's worldwide research-and-information capabilities," he recalled. "I found quite a lot of material, including that involving cemeteries and their maintenance/restoration. "Eventually, while still in the (Chicago) corporate world, I became aware of Mark Davis. He operates a central Indiana firm called Stone Saver Cemetery Restoration. I contacted him in 2000 and before long, began making trips to his operations base, in Hartford City, just northeast of Indianapolis." Several times a month, Maurath assisted Davis on his jobs around Indiana and other midwestern states. Maurath found the sometimes dirty, often tedious, work rewarding. "I appreciated the necessity of what we were doing," he reported. "We would repair, polish and even reassemble headstones. We were paid by the trustees of the various communities and townships." It is the same for Maurath's firm. In early 2003, Maurath's Chicago job ended and he returned to Sunset Hills -- with a plan. "I had made some money in the corporate world, but never really enjoyed what I was doing," he admitted. "I wanted to continue pursuing the satisfaction that I received from headstone maintenance/restoration. In fact, I wanted to have my own company." While that became a reality, just before the end of 2003, Maurath has maintained contact with Davis, as well as others in their industry. They include another Indiana-based entrepreneur, Helen Wildermuth (Stonehugger Cemetery Restoration), and Rich Greene. "My firm has had several jobs around Missouri, but most of my work -- and that of assisting Mark and Helen's companies -- have come in Indiana and Illinois," Maurath said. "The assignments can take several days or weeks. I often return to St. Louis on weekends." In addition to his new vocation, Maurath is his family's historian and genealogist. He is also a member of the Sunset Hills Historical Society, working with city historian Joyce Franklin on a publication update of Sunset Hills history. "I'm also a member of the Cavalry Honor Guard for the new Missouri Civil War Museum located at Jefferson Barracks," noted Maurath. http://www.missouricivilwarmuseum.org He may be contacted at 314-718-0867 (cell). Source: South County Times (South St. Louis County) Vol. 59, No. 5 June 11 - 17, 2004 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------- Side note: Thomas EDDIE was a mountain man, and was also listed as an "Indian fighter" (and that, not printed here with pride). He was one of the 7 fur traders from St. Louis, who helped discover the Great Salt Lake in the state of Utah in the early 1800's. . A well-known historical figure from this area. For more detailed information about him, please feel free to contact me. J.M.

MARY MITCHELL daughter of ISAAC MITCHELL and CYNTHA CLARK was my ggrandmother thru her marriage to ALEX CASEY in 1851. Mary had siblings, EDWARD MITCHELL, HANNAH MITCHELL, PETER MITCHELL. Mary had been married first to PHILIP WEBER in 1842, who died before 1850 and left two children, ISAAC WEBER and MARGARET WEBER. Both being minors, Alexander Casey and Mary Mitchell Weber Casey were appointed guardians of the Weber children. My brick wall is I can find no record of Mary or the two children after 1860. Alexander Casey moved back to NC and remarried in 1861. Anyone with suggestions on WEBER (could be WEBBER or WEAVER) reseach? ISAAC WEBER (abt. 1848) was 12 years old and MARGARET WEBER (abt. 1844) was 16 years old in 1860 St. Clair census. Any clues right or wrong will be appreciated! Evelyn Casey Snead

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Just checking.........anyone researching or have any Dungey/Dungy connections in St. Clair Co., IL............I know there was a tie to Belleville as well as the Metro area. If so, please write. Jacquie ILSTCLAI-D-request@rootsweb.com wrote: > ATTACHMENT part 1 message/rfc822 ILSTCLAI-D Digest Volume 04 : Issue 104 Today's Topics: #1 New Lithuanian to group:: Surnames [Nichole Y #2 Family of Charles Byron MORRIS & B [Merlene Klinkerman Administrivia: To unsubscribe from ILSTCLAI-D, send a message to ILSTCLAI-D-request@rootsweb.com that contains in the body of the message the command unsubscribe and no other text. No subject line is necessary, but if your software requires one, just use unsubscribe in the subject, too. ______________________________ > ATTACHMENT part 2 message/rfc822 Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2004 07:59:06 -0600 From: Nichole Y To: ILSTCLAI-L@rootsweb.com Subject: New Lithuanian to group:: Surnames Hello All! I am new to this group and thought I'd throw my surnames out there.... I have a large list of surnames I am researching but those that come from this area are:: Yakstis (Yakshtis) Voss Dagys (Dagis) My family come from Lithuania and lived in the East St. Louis Belville areas. They attended the Lithuanian Parish of Immaculate Conception on Baugh Ave. and lived a few blocks from there. I have a massive amount of information on my web site:: http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy and would love to share! I am more interested in the Lithuanians of this community. From what I understand, there was a large Lithuanian population in this area... can anyone confirm this? Share what they know!? I'm living in St. Louis an have been trying to get myself to the 'East Side" to do a bit of research.... I hope to hit Mt. Carmel Cemetery where my family is buried and visit the Immaculate Conception Church.... Thanks! Nichole -- Researching: Bates , Yakstis , Jakstys , Slapelis , Vilaniskis , Dagys and Motiejunas For more information please visit http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy ______________________________ > ATTACHMENT part 3 message/rfc822 Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2004 21:48:46 -0600 From: Merlene Klinkerman To: ILSTCLAI-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Family of Charles Byron MORRIS & Bridget BUTLER MORRIS I am seeking information on the siblings to Jesse Robert MORRIS, born 07 January, 1883, Greene County, Illinois. At the time of his death, 28 December, 1945, at Hot Springs, New Mexico, his obituary said he was survived by four half sisters and a half brother but no names. It didn't mention Bridget but I think she was still living. Charles Byron's obituary mentions the following names, Jess Morris, Mrs. E.C. Howe, Mrs. Maude Brown, Mrs. Helen Straub,Mrs. William Stanton , and George Morris. Jesse was my grandfather. Thanks in advance for any information anyone might have on the above family. Merlene --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail is new and improved - Check it out!

I'm looking for any information on the death of Elmira Girard/Gerard/Guerard. My last record of her is in St Clair County 1860 Federal Census. In 1870 her husband, Joseph, is remarried (in Salem PO - Marion County). Older children married in St County while youngerchildren are with him in Marion County (1870 IL Federal Census). Any help or suggestions appreciated. George

I am seeking information on the siblings to Jesse Robert MORRIS, born 07 January, 1883, Greene County, Illinois. At the time of his death, 28 December, 1945, at Hot Springs, New Mexico, his obituary said he was survived by four half sisters and a half brother but no names. It didn't mention Bridget but I think she was still living. Charles Byron's obituary mentions the following names, Jess Morris, Mrs. E.C. Howe, Mrs. Maude Brown, Mrs. Helen Straub,Mrs. William Stanton , and George Morris. Jesse was my grandfather. Thanks in advance for any information anyone might have on the above family. Merlene

Hello All! I am new to this group and thought I'd throw my surnames out there.... I have a large list of surnames I am researching but those that come from this area are:: Yakstis (Yakshtis) Voss Dagys (Dagis) My family come from Lithuania and lived in the East St. Louis Belville areas. They attended the Lithuanian Parish of Immaculate Conception on Baugh Ave. and lived a few blocks from there. I have a massive amount of information on my web site:: http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy and would love to share! I am more interested in the Lithuanians of this community. From what I understand, there was a large Lithuanian population in this area... can anyone confirm this? Share what they know!? I'm living in St. Louis an have been trying to get myself to the 'East Side" to do a bit of research.... I hope to hit Mt. Carmel Cemetery where my family is buried and visit the Immaculate Conception Church.... Thanks! Nichole -- Researching: Bates <http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy/bates>, Yakstis <yakstis/index.htm>, Jakstys <http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy/jakstys>, Slapelis <http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy/slapelis>, Vilaniskis <http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy/vilaniskis>, Dagys <dagys/index.htm> and Motiejunas <http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy/motiejun> For more information please visit http://www.yakstis.net/genealogy

Wow, A great big THANK YOU to everyone who responded to my question concerning the parish where my uncle and aunt were married. Also, gave me some thoughts about how to find the priest/minister, which I should have known, duh. Again, thanks so very much. Joyce Buffalo Grove, IL

There are several ways to discover a parish or church associated with a priest or minister. 1. Find the minister in the census. For 1918 try the 1920 census (see below), get the street they lived on and try to determine parish or church boundaries at that time. 2. church archives sometimes have lists of their ministers and years served at each church. The SCCGS has such a list (incomplete) compiled from several sources in its Guide to St. Clair County Research and Resources http://www.compu-type.net/rengen/stclair/stcpub.htm 3. since 1878 in St. Clair (and statewide), Illinois marriage applications asked parental information, recorded witnesses and other goodies. Many for St. Clair are available from IRAD in Carbondale (if you only get the license, then order the certificate from the particular county) Address and phone here: http://www.compu-type.net/rengen/stclair/stcusfl1.htm 4. Libraries may have a list of ministers providing the denomination of the person (the Belleville Public Library maintains a list from city directories (incomplete) Their address/phone http://www.compu-type.net/rengen/stclair/BPL.htm One of several J.J. Driscolls statewide appears in the 1920 U.S. census in East St. Louis - a John J. Driscoll-- living with his wife and children at 514 North 24th in East St. Louis (ancestry.com image). His occupation is JUSTICE OF THE PEACE so there may not be a church marriage associated with this marriage. I suggest you get the civil marriage in this case. The least expensive is to telephone IRAD first (see link above) - give them the names, dates, county, ask for the marriage application and record. If for some reason they only have the license which lacks parental details, THEN you must order the full record from the county clerk. IRAD answers take about 2-3 weeks unless backed up-- and in August new interns are trained so the delay could be a little longer. If in any hurry, skip IRAD and call the county clerk, 'VERIFY' the marriage took place in St. Clair in 1918 for your couple, order the marriage record by mail for $10.00 payable in advance. Diane

Hi List, Is there anyway I can find the parish where my uncle married in Feb. 1918. They were married by a Rev. J. J. Driscoll. At that time and place, I am sure they were married in the parish rectory as my uncle was not Catholic. Thank you very much. Joyce Buffalo Grove, IL

I am sorry if this ends up here 2x, I never saw it come through.... I am looking for more information on these KAISER families. 1860 and 1870 the family is living in St. Louis...then moves to St. Clair County, Illinois by 1880 The 1870 entry is weird, the entries are not on consecutive pages but I strongly believe the children belong with the first family. My ancestors - Carolina "Lena" Kaiser married Harry Valentine Padfield in St. Clair County, Illinois. The brother of Harry Valentine Padfield (Eugene A. Padfield) married Amelia Kaiser....no solid proof yet, but I believe this will be my Lena Kaiser's sister. 1860  >  MISSOURI  >  ST LOUIS  >  5-WD ST LOUIS > page 281 Series: M653  Roll: 651  Page: 281 lines 8-22, 1531- 1728, 24 July 1860 Joseph A Kaiser 51 Tobaccist H. Darmstadt Carolina 50 Prussia Hermann A 21 Prussia Marg 18 Ohio?[hard to read, looks like Ohio] Joseph A. 1 MO 1870  >  MISSOURI  >  ST LOUIS  >  6-WD E-DIVN > PO Saint Louis > page 344 Series: M593  Roll: 816  Page: 271 lines 35-40, 1741 - 2014 Kaiser Her A 37 Clk Job. House Prussia Joseph A 61 Job Dealer Hesse Dam Caroline 60 Keeps house Prussia Maggie 27 keeps house England Joseph A 12 at home MO Lena 10 at home MO [family continued here?.....] 1870  >  MISSOURI > St. Louis > PO Saint Louis > 6-WD E-DIVN > page 353 Series: M593  Roll: 816  Page: 276 lines 1-3, 27 Aug 1870 Kaiser Amelia 7 at home MO (both parents forgein born) Herman A 5 MO at home (both parents forgein born) Augustus 10/12 at home MO (both parents forgein born) (born Aug) [same family not listed on previous page, probably goes with above entry] 1880 United States Census  Caroline KAISER   Self   W   Female   W   74   PRUSSIA   Keeping House   PRUSSIA   PRUSSIA   Herman A. KAISER   Son   D   Male   W   50   PRUSSIA   Retired Tobacconist   PRUSSIA   PRUSSIA   Joseph A. KAISER   GSon   S   Male   W   21 [1859]   MO   Clerk In Store   PRUSSIA   ENG  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Source Information:   Census Place 1st Ward, Belleville, St. Clair, Illinois   Family History Library Film   1254247   NA Film Number   T9-0247   Page Number   337C can't find the rest of the Kaisers in 1880 yet, appears there may have been a divorce and the girls might be with their mother... 1880 United States Census  Hiram PADFIELD   Self   M   Male   W   50   IL   Farmer And Livery   KY   VA   Louisa V. PADFIELD   Wife   M   Female   W   51   NY   Housekeeping   NJ   NJ   Harry V. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   19   IL   At Home   IL   NY   Eugene A. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   16   IL   At Home   IL   NY   James W. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   14   IL   At Home   IL   NY   Charles E. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   12   IL      IL   NY   Huldah CLOUD   Other   S   Female   W   18   IN   Servant   IN   IN   George COOK   Other   S   Male   B   48   IL   Farm Hand   ---   ---   James MORROW   Other   S   Male   B   25   IL   Farm Help   ---   ---  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Source Information:   Census Place St. Clair, Illinois   Family History Library Film   1254247   NA Film Number   T9-0247   Page Number   298C Carolina/Lena was married in 1885 and Amelia in 1888, both in St. Clair County, IL Any additional info appreciated!! Linda in MO

I am looking for more information on these KAISER families. 1860 and 1870 the family is living in St. Louis...then moves to St. Clair County, Illinois by 1880 The 1870 entry is weird, the entries are not on consecutive pages but I strongly believe the children belong with the first family. My ancestors - Carolina "Lena" Kaiser married Harry Valentine Padfield in St. Clair County, Illinois. The brother of Harry Valentine Padfield (Eugene A. Padfield) married Amelia Kaiser....no solid proof yet, but I believe this will be my Lena Kaiser's sister. 1860  >  MISSOURI  >  ST LOUIS  >  5-WD ST LOUIS > page 281 Series: M653  Roll: 651  Page: 281 lines 8-22, 1531- 1728, 24 July 1860 Joseph A Kaiser 51 Tobaccist H. Darmstadt Carolina 50 Prussia Hermann A 21 Prussia Marg 18 Ohio?[hard to read, looks like Ohio] Joseph A. 1 MO 1870  >  MISSOURI  >  ST LOUIS  >  6-WD E-DIVN > PO Saint Louis > page 344 Series: M593  Roll: 816  Page: 271 lines 35-40, 1741 - 2014 Kaiser Her A 37 Clk Job. House Prussia Joseph A 61 Job Dealer Hesse Dam Caroline 60 Keeps house Prussia Maggie 27 keeps house England Joseph A 12 at home MO Lena 10 at home MO [family continued here?.....] 1870  >  MISSOURI > St. Louis > PO Saint Louis > 6-WD E-DIVN > page 353 Series: M593  Roll: 816  Page: 276 lines 1-3, 27 Aug 1870 Kaiser Amelia 7 at home MO (both parents forgein born) Herman A 5 MO at home (both parents forgein born) Augustus 10/12 at home MO (both parents forgein born) (born Aug) [same family not listed on previous page, probably goes with above entry] 1880 United States Census  Caroline KAISER   Self   W   Female   W   74   PRUSSIA   Keeping House   PRUSSIA   PRUSSIA   Herman A. KAISER   Son   D   Male   W   50   PRUSSIA   Retired Tobacconist   PRUSSIA   PRUSSIA   Joseph A. KAISER   GSon   S   Male   W   21 [1859]   MO   Clerk In Store   PRUSSIA   ENG  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Source Information:   Census Place 1st Ward, Belleville, St. Clair, Illinois   Family History Library Film   1254247   NA Film Number   T9-0247   Page Number   337C can't find the rest of the Kaisers in 1880 yet, appears there may have been a divorce and the girls might be with their mother... 1880 United States Census  Hiram PADFIELD   Self   M   Male   W   50   IL   Farmer And Livery   KY   VA   Louisa V. PADFIELD   Wife   M   Female   W   51   NY   Housekeeping   NJ   NJ   Harry V. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   19   IL   At Home   IL   NY   Eugene A. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   16   IL   At Home   IL   NY   James W. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   14   IL   At Home   IL   NY   Charles E. PADFIELD   Son   S   Male   W   12   IL      IL   NY   Huldah CLOUD   Other   S   Female   W   18   IN   Servant   IN   IN   George COOK   Other   S   Male   B   48   IL   Farm Hand   ---   ---   James MORROW   Other   S   Male   B   25   IL   Farm Help   ---   ---  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Source Information:   Census Place St. Clair, Illinois   Family History Library Film   1254247   NA Film Number   T9-0247   Page Number   298C Carolina/Lena was married in 1885 and Amelia in 1888, both in St. Clair County, IL Any additional info appreciated!! Linda in MO

Hello all, The Illinois Marriage Index, 1730-1900 online records that a H T WOODS married Elisa VAUGHN on 7 Nov 1852 in St Clair County, license #3434. Does anybody have any information at all about this couple? I am trying to find any information I can about my g-g-grandfather, Haynes T WOODS who was born in St Clair County around 1832 and married Elizabeth J (STARR) ROBERTSON (also known as Eliza J STARR) on 18 Dec 1854. My WOODS tree is located at http://www.gencircles.com/users/missdebbie/7/ I would appreciate any WOODS family contacts. Debbie Vietzke

Researching the John Henry Cooper family who moved to East St. Louis, IL. around 1883 from West Virginia. The 1880 WV Census has John listed as an engineer for the railroad. What is the best source for railroad history in St. Clair County, IL? Anyone else researching the Cooper surname? Edith Cooper Shaver

I am searching for information about one of my family branches. I would appreciate it if the list would check their resources and look for information about the following family. Meta L. Hueckel Voegeli, born November 9, 1880, died about 1956 I need the exact date of death if possible Her husband - Louis Voegeli, born about 1878, I need exact date if available; date of death unknown I believe both are buried in Belleville, IL area but dont' have any information. Their chidlren: Mildred Voegeli, born about 1905 - I need exact date if available. She married H. Clark Williams in St. Louis, Missouri on June 16, 1924 . After their marriage they lived at 5745a Delmar, St. Louis, Missouri but I have no additional information. I am looking for current location or date of death. Raymond Voegeli, born about 1909 - I need exact date if available I have no other information on this family member. Many thanks! Conni

I am attempting to locate the child of Elnora McElroy and Donald A. Straub. They lived in Belleville, I believe, in 1946-1952. I don't know the exact year of the birth of their daughter. Her name is Donna, I believe. Elnora and her family were from Ireland. Elnora and Don divorced. She remarried. She died probably around 1951-53. The stepfather adopted the daughter. Her father is very ill and I am attempting to locate her. I believe she lives in the Indiana, Ohio area but felt like she might have some relatives in the Illinois area. Would appreciate any help. Thanks Dorothy Straub

With much thanks to Dorothy Falk, Lucille Althoff, Karla Shreeman Skabialka and to Mr. Wayne Hinton, the web master of the Washington County, ILTrails site, our complete transcription of Oakdale Cemetery is now on-line at IL Trails - Washington County http://www.iltrails.org/washington/ This cemetery originated with Scottish and Irish Covenanter Presbyterians in the 1830s in what was then called Elkhorn Prairie, IL. These original settlers came from South Carolina but many were born in Ireland. Some of these people moved on from this area St. Louis, Oklahoma and places farther west. I hope you find some clues here. Gloria

Hello List, Help! Lost all correspondences email addresses. My computer crashed and I lost all the names & their email addresses I have corresponded with. I now have a new email address myself. Please email me so I can update my address book again. Thanks, Judi Rogers Gilker jgilker@insightbb.com