<< consider searching in Kendall and Grundy counties because of their very close proximity to channahon. >> Thanks so much for your help, Kathy! Wow, I knew Burk had married an Elizabeth, but had no clue as to her maiden name. Thanks again! As to the marriage index where you found the info... where would I go to access that? Is it available online anywhere, or would I find it in Joliet somewhere - at a gov't office or library? And thanks for the tip on the other counties. I downloaded IL maps showing how the county lines changed over the years, and was wondering if it would be worth my while to check the others out. Thanks for the nudge.