No Luck on a marriage date - it would have been in NY after 1920 and by 1930 their oldest son is 7 so, 1921/22. I found an obit for Anita Ludington Kitchin's brother Arthur C. Lud. So, she was still alive in 1948. The Post Standard (Syracuse, New York) 1948 > July > 22 Arthur C Ludington 50, Of 345 Lafayette ave. died yesterday in Syracuse general hospital where he was operated on several days ago. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Anne Goaban Ludington; 2 sisters, Mrs. Stewart Palmer of Skaneateles, and Mrs. Harry Kitchin of Richmond Ind.; a brother, William Ludington of Skaneateles; and several nieces and nephews. Here is an article about them. Lists quite a bit of the next generations. http://www.automotivescholarships.com/news.cfm?itemid=10012 Kitchin & Sons Are Lions of Industry With Family Pride in Their Work Fourth Generation Earns Industry Scholarship By Margaret Beck Odom MEMA Staff Writer Reprinted with permission from Aftermarket Business magazine While mergers and acquisitions change the landscape of the automotive aftermarket industry, Kitchin & Sons of Richmond, Ind., has remained a constant. The secret to this successful manufacturers’ representative business can be summed up in a word – family. Four generations of Kitchins have built the business through competitive spirit, family pride, and hard work. "We are a close-knit family and we are blessed to all be together," said Kitchin & Sons President Tom Kitchin. Sam Kitchin – Tom’s father – is the current chairman of the board of the company founded by his father, Harry G. Kitchin. Tom’s brothers Bill, Mark, and Tim, and Tom’s son Greg also work in the business. In a business environment where even non-related partners have been known to quit speaking to one another, the Kitchins enjoy working together. "We never get mad at each other," said Tom. "We never have jealousy. We put the family relationship first and business relationship second. When you have that attitude, it all works out." While a cooperative family spirit drives the business, Kitchin & Sons is a competitive force in the field. "This is not a business for sheep," explained Tom, "You have got to be a lion." Kitchin & Sons still operates on the two business principles set out by Harry when he founded the company: "Represent your manufacturers in an aggressive, professional, and ethical manner, and give your customers the very best service." Sons of (Automotive) Pioneer Harry Kitchin owned a small spark plug and water pump manufacturing business with his father in Auburn, N.Y., during the automotive industry’s infancy. When competition from larger companies drove smaller firms out of the business, Harry became the first manufacturers representative for Duro-Metal Products, a hand-tool manufacturer. He moved to Richmond, Ind., where he seized the opportunity to open his own business as a manufacturer’s rep in 1928. The business became a family affair in 1948, when Harry’s son Sam came on board. In 1971, Tom joined his father and grandfather at the firm, making three generations of Kitchins in the business. His brothers came into the family business as the years passed: Tim in 1974, Bill in 1983, and Mark in 1991. Tom’s son Greg became the fourth generation at Kitchin & Sons in 1994. Tom notes that the business was never intended to become a family dynasty. "My father never spoke about business," he said. "There was never any pressure on any of us to join the business." Tom and Tim joined the business straight out of college. Brothers Bill and Mark came into the business following successful careers in other venues. Seventy Years and Beyond Kitchin & Sons has served the same territory since it began: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. In addition to its headquarters in Richmond, the firm has branch offices in Detroit and Grand Rapids, Mich.; Evansville, Ind.; Louisville, Ky.; Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio; and Pittsburgh, Pa. The company has represented Stant Corp. for more than 50 years. It employs 20 sales professionals, many of whom have been with the company for years. "We have a lot of great people," Tom said. "We have very few personnel changes." Fewer personnel changes mean that customers develop a relationship with their account representatives. "Our customers deal with the same person. They know who they are dealing with," Tom said. Kitchin & Sons gives communicating and meeting the customer’s expectations a very high priority. "Our customers know that if we say it, it will be done," Tom said. Chances are Harry Kitchin would scarcely recognize the industry today. "There are fewer manufacturers," said Tom. "Probably the most challenging part of the business today is that you have to be able to change – and adapt to change – more quickly." Computers are an integral part of adapting to change. Kitchin & Sons has been fully computerized for more than ten years, according to Tom. Much of its day-to-day business is conducted by e-mail. Kitchin & Sons now includes service, another change from Harry’s day. Service is the special province of Mark Kitchin. "Mark and four other staff members do not have any account responsibility. They are 100% service," Tom noted. Development of the service department is one example of Kitchin & Sons’ flexibility. "We are always free to go our own direction," Tom said. Kitchin & Sons have expanded and bought other representative agencies. "We are in the market to buy more today," Tom said. Predicting what Kitchin & Sons will be doing during the next 70 years is difficult, but Tom Kitchin is sure that the family business will continue. "The strong and good will survive," he said. "It’s a big world with opportunity for everyone." Kitchin & Sons is set for growth and opportunity as its fourth generation joins the family business. Tom’s son Greg is already a part of the business and his cousin Doug – Tim’s son –plans to join the family business after he graduates from college. Doug started at Notre Dame in 1999, with plans to pursue a computer science degree. Fourth Generation Kitchin Won GAAS Scholarship A lot of family pride is riding on Doug’s entry into the prestigious university. His family members are not only proud of his acceptance at the home of "The Fighting Irish," they are also proud that he’s attending with the help of an industry grant, the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) Scholarship. Since 1995, the automotive aftermarket’s executives have gathered for a two-day program addressing the issues and trends affecting the industry and influencing its future. This program – the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) – has become the aftermarket’s premier educational conference. Proceeds from the GAAS program are used to fund scholarships for undergraduate and vocational technical students preparing for careers in the automotive aftermarket – one of which was earned by Doug Kitchin. The GAAS scholarship program is unusual in that its recipients receive two financial grants – one while in school to assist with tuition and an equivalent, second award presented after graduation and six months’ employment in the automotive field. Details about the scholarship program are available from Lanae Brooks, University of the Aftermarket, 800/621-8648, 9237 Ward Parkway, Suite 106, Kansas City, MO 64114, www.univaftmkt.org. -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Ron Ludington Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 11:03 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [LUDDINGTON] Robert Ludington Kitchin, this ones mom was Ludington Can u find a marriage date or death date for the Kitchins? Was probably in the 40's or 50's Good info Rachel !!  Ron Ludington ________________________________ From: Rachel Bryan <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Mon, May 9, 2011 10:13:31 AM Subject: Re: [LUDDINGTON] Robert Ludington Kitchin, this ones mom was Ludington 1930 census - she was born 1895 in NY Name:     Anita M Kitchin Spouse:     Harry Y Kitchin Birth:     abt 1895 Residence:     1930 - Richmond, Wayne, Indiana 1910 census: Skaneateles, Onondaga, New York Frank H Ludington     44 Margaret J Ludington     44 William F Ludington     17 Anita M Ludington     15 Arthur C Ludington     13 Laura M Ludington     9 1900 census: Skaneateles, Onondaga, New York Frank H Luddington     33 Margaret I Luddington     34 F William Luddington     7 Anita Luddington     5  birth date June 1894 Arthur C Luddington     3 Frank Rill     21 -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Ron Ludington Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 8:17 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [LUDDINGTON] Robert Ludington Kitchin, this ones mom was Ludington Do not know her by that name. Perhaps she was m before ?  Ron Ludington ________________________________ From: Barbara Campbell <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Sun, May 8, 2011 11:34:22 PM Subject: [LUDDINGTON] Robert Ludington Kitchin,this ones mom was Ludington Robert Ludington Kitchin Was born in 1922 at Richmond, Indiana, to Harry G. and Anita (Ludington) Kitchin. He attended St. Meinrad Seminary for six years, then studied four years of theology at Catholic University, Washington, D.C., receiving his M.A. in Philosophy. In 1947, he was ordained at St. Meinrad and celebrated his First Mass at St. Mary Church, Richmond. His first appointment was as Associate Pastor of Sacred Heart Church at Clinton in 1947. Subsequently, he was assigned in 1949 to Holy Cross, Indianapolis, served St. Mark Parish, Indianapolis, 1950-1959, then was named Spiritual Director of Providence High School in Clarksville until 1962 when he was appointed principal of the newly constructed Chartrand High School, Indianapolis. In 1969, he was appointed Pastor of St. Susanna at Plainfield. His 25th Jubilee of faithful service to the Archdiocese of Indianapolis was celebrated in 1972. He was later granted leave of absence at his request, then laicization. Until ! retirement, he continued caring for and enabling others as a Regional Director of the Green Thumb project, later known as Experience Works, the Senior Employment Community Service Program of the Older Americans Act. Bob was and forever will be warmly loved and deeply appreciated by students, friends and extended family whose lives were blessed by his caring and enriching presence. Robert Kitchin was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by wife, Cheryl (Ray), his brother, Samuel M. Kitchin, many nieces and nephews and their descendants. Visitation will be at Daniel F. O'Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 from 4pm until 7pm. Calling will also be held at St. Mary Church, 710 North A Street, Richmond, Indiana on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, from 10am until 11am immediately followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Internment at St. Mary's Cemetery, 240 South 6th Street, Richmond, Indiana will follow. Me! morial gifts to (Chartrand) Roncalli High School's Tuition Assistance Fund or the Chapel Fund, 3300 Prague Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227. Online condolences may be shared with the family at orileyfuneralhome.com.                          This list is adoptable. 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