This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: COON - TYRELL Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1043.3 Message Board Post: Wondering whether you have any information for the Coon line of Elizabeth Jane Coon b. 1828, NY m. to Wm. Tyrell, listed in 1850 Census Camillus, Onondaga, NY to Barry County, MI before 1860. According to Barry County death record, parents of Elizabeth were Joseph Coon and Lydia Coon, NY. Joseph b. abt 1771, Lydia b. abt 1774, listed in Camillus, Onondaga Co., census listings, also Geddes, Sandy Creek, Oswego. NY. Also a George Coon in these listings.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Varney/Miller Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1646.1 Message Board Post: Barry Co. site has them being married in 1866. Sorry thats all I have. http://www.barrycounty.org/Cdata/MLSearch.asp http://www.barrycounty.org/Departments/Clerk.htm Jeff

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: varney/miller Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1646 Message Board Post: looking for information on elizabeth varney married william miller. 2xgrandfather varney born in england 1810. 2xgrandfather miller born 1808 in new york. if any connections please let me know.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: miller Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1645 Message Board Post: my grandfather was john miller from nashville mich. i have the miller generation only going back to 1808. would like to share any info you need

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: SNYDER, TREPANIER, PARKER, COLLAR, KEHL, DERYDER, RICHMOND, KNOLL, COOK, WOODS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1644 Message Board Post: SNYDER, Harry P. Age 77 Hickory Corners Passed away July 30, 2005, at the Kairos Dwelling in Kalamazoo. Harry was born on Christmas Day in 1927, the son of Harry and Elizabeth "Belle" (Trepanier) Snyder. He graduated from W. K. Kellogg high School in 1945. Harry owned and operated Snyder's Garage in Hickory Corners. Harry can be called Mr. Hickory Corners as he had great dedication for Hickory Corners and the fire department. For over fifty-five years he was a volunteer firefighter and chief for over twenty-five years of the Hickory Corners Fire Department. Harry enjoyed hunting especially deer and goose, golf, boating on Gull Lake, and bowling with his family. His favorite hobby was talking and telling stories. Harry was a leader in the Hickory Corners Telephone Company boycott, which sparked some changes. He is survived by his wife Nancy (Parker) whom he married on September 18, 1993, sons: Greg (Patricia) Snyder of Augusta, Harry (Elizabeth) Snyder of Kalamazoo, Jeff (Vicki) Snyder of Kalamazoo, step children D! ebra (Roger) Collar of Bellevue, Janice (John) Kehl of Plainwell, Michael (Mary Lou) DeRyder of Portage, Cindy Richmond of Bloomingdale, and James DeRyder of Kalamazoo, a sister Irene (Al) Knoll of Hillsdale, six grandchildren, four great grandchildren, eight step grandchildren and four step great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Harry was preceded in death by his wife Patricia Marlene (Cook) Snyder on October 27, 1987, and a sister Paula Woods. The family will receive visitors Tuesday, 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00pm at the WILLIAMS-GORES FUNERAL HOME Delton Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday, August 3, 2005, 11:00am at Hickory Corners Bible Church (New location) 13720 Kellogg School Road, Hickory Corners, Pastor Jeff Worden, officiating. Interment East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Hickory Corners Bible Church or Hospice of Greater Kalamazoo will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 8/1/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: DECKER, WHITE, VANDERBERG, KOENIG, IMHOFF Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1643 Message Board Post: DECKER, Thomas W. "Tom" Age 54 Of Hickory Corners Died Saturday, July 30, 2005, at Gull Lake where he resided. Tom was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on September 18, 1950. He is survived by his sister, Mary White (Joe), his brother Dave Decker (Mary Ellen), and his brother Joe Decker (Nancy). He is also survived by his dearest friends, Ann and Don Parfet. Tom was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Jean Vanderberg, his father, Ben Decker, and by a brother and sister, Flip and Margie Decker. Tom was much loved by his four nieces and nephews, Amy Koenig, John Decker, Brian White, and Audrey Imhoff. Tom grew up in Kalamazoo and attended University High School. He graduated from Georgetown Preparatory School in Bethesda, Maryland. He earned his bachelors degree from the University of Arizona and his M.B.A. from the University of Michigan Business School. Tom worked with his brother, Dave, to build a successful agribusiness company, Far-Mor Flavors. He believed in developing himself and helped others develop themselves, throug! h his work with ISA in Chicago. He enjoyed life. He also reached out to help others in many ways, including serving Thanksgiving dinners in soup kitchens and working in the Desert AIDS project in Palm Springs, California. Tom had an extraordinary collection of close friends he made and kept throughout his life. His love for them was fully reciprocated, never more so than during his final months. Many have expressed the great and positive difference that Tom made in their lives through his friendship, caring and support. Tom was an extremely special person. He is remembered by all for his devotion to his friends, his thoughtfulness, his wonderful sense of humor, his great flair and sense of fashion, his hats, and his wonderful companion dogs, Toto and Maude. A reception for friends and family will be held at 4911 Ridgewood Drive, Hickory Corners, Michigan at Gull Lake, on Wednesday August 3, 2005 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There will be a memorial service to remember Tom and cel! ebrate his life immediately following the reception at 11000 Ridgewood Drive, Hickory Corners at Gull Lake. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Greater Kalamazoo, 301 W. Cedar St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5106 in memory of Tom. Arrangements by FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE RICHLAND CHAPEL 9170 East "D" Ave. (M-89) Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 8/1/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: MARTIN, JOHNCOCK, CRAKER, ARNEY Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1642 Message Board Post: MARTIN, Richard N. Delton Passed away July 28, 2005, in Kalamazoo. Mr Martin was born September 27, 1929, in Barry County, Michigan, the son of Raymond and Gladys (Johncock) Martin. A graduate of Elk River High School, Elk River, Minnesota, he served his country in the Marine Corp. during the Korean War. On September 1, 1956, in Cloverdale, MI, he married Margery Craker, who survives. A master mechanic, Mr. Martin was a loyal employee of Hastings Motor Sales and Dewey's Car Palace for over twenty years. he was very active and involved with the Bernard Historical Museum for many years, where he was past president, and also an active member of Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Mr. Martin enjoyed farming as a hobby, collecting antique tractors, and he especially loved and enjoyed his children and grandchildren. Also surviving are his children, Ruth (Tim) Arney of Holland, MI, Michael (Kathy) Martin of Poway, CA, Margaret Martin of Delton, and Roger (Roxanne) Martin of Kalamazoo; a brother, Robert ! Martin of Foreston, MN; seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends Sunday 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the WILLIAMS - GORES FUNERAL HOME Delton Funeral services will be conducted Monday, August 1, 2005, 11:00 a.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 503 S. Grove (M-43), Delton, Pastors Dennis Siddall and Elmer Faust officiating. Interment Prairieville Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Bernard Historical Museum or Delton Women's Center will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 7/29/2005 - 7/30/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Assyria Cemetery Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1641.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Forgot to say if the Twp. Office does not have the cemetery records they should be able to tell you who the Sexton is. Jeff

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1641.1.1 Message Board Post: Thank you so much. I now have the information needed to follow up.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Assyria Cemetery Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1641.1 Message Board Post: http://www.infomi.com/township/assyria/gov.html Assyria Township Office is above. Barry Co. Website is below. http://www.barrycounty.org/Departments/Clerk.htm Jeff

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1641 Message Board Post: Hi, Would anyone have an address and/or telephone number for Assyria Cemetery in Barry County (Assyria Township)? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Lorraine

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: CARPENTER, ANDERSON, GRANGER, ROOK Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1640 Message Board Post: CARPENTER, Eldora E. Of Delton Passed away July 17, 2005. Mrs. Carpenter was born in Jones, Michigan on February 12, 1923, the daughter of Clark and Carrie (Anderson) Granger. On July 2, 1940, she married John Zael Carpenter and he preceded her in death on June 16, 1988. Mrs. Carpenter was a farm wife, who lived and worked on their family farm for many years. She will be remembered as the ram-rod, she would make things happen around the farm. Often she would chase parts for equipment that was used on the farm. She also enjoyed playing cards. Mrs. Carpenter is survived by her sons, John (Barbara) Carpenter of Delton, Donald Carpenter of Terrell, TX, David (Beth) Carpenter of Maple Grove, MN, and Carrol Carpenter of Delton; a brother, Otis Granger of Battle Creek, MI; and a sister, Alice (Don) Rook of Burlington, MI; nine grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Carpenter was also preceded in death by her parents and grandsons, Frank and Travis; The family will recei! ve visitors Tuesday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the WILLIAMS-GORES FUNERAL HOME Delton where funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, July 20, 2005, 11:00 a.m. Pastor Jeff Worden, officiating. Interment Banfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Alzheimers Association will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 7/18/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

I found this obit in the Hastings Banner dated Dec. 8, 1909 Eli NICHOLS, Prominent Pioneer, Dead Was for 73 Years honored resident of Orangeville Township Well known Mason and business man Long and Useful Life Closed in Kalamazoo-Hospital - Burial near his old home Eli NICHOLS, one of the oldest and best known pioneer residents of Orangeville, died in Bronson hospital in Kalamazoo on Tuesday evening, Nov 30, aged 77 years. The funeral, conducted under the asupices of the Orangeville Masonic lodge of which deceased was a charter mamber since 1865 and of which he was worshipful master for a dozen years, was held from his old home in Orangeville at 3:00 o'clock on Friday afternoon. He had been ill of dropsy during the last year, and his death was expected some time ago. Eli NICHOLS was the son of John J. NICHOLS, one of the most prominent of the first settlers in the township, who moved to Barry County from Canada in 1837. Galvin BROWN, with his sons, George and Henry and their families, settled on section 32 and Duty BENSON just east of them on section 33 in 1837. Isaac MESSER, son-in-law of BENSON, Joshua PEASE and Isaac DIAMOND, Eli WAIT and Wm SHELP, Elam and John J. NICHOLS and their families comprised the Brown neighborhood at that time and a school house was built on George BROWN's land just east of the Henry BROWN homestead where good schools were maintained and the red school house was a central figure for many years for all sorts of gatherings, religious and social. In 1839 after the patriot war in Canada, Stephan NICHOLS, brother of John J. arrived and joined the settlement. He was a sympathizer with McKENZIE in Canada and in order to avoid trouble with the authorities he shouldered his rifle and walked to the Detroit River over which he was feeied by some fishermen. He arrived at the home of his brother on the banks of Pine Lake and John J. NICHOLS arterwards brought his brother's family from Canada. Eli NICHOLS left the farm in 1851 to engage in business in Orangeville. He conducted a general store and was also proprietor of a drug store. He sold out his business in 1864, but repurchased it soon afterwards. In November, 1865, he was appointed postmaster of Orangeville, and he held the position for eight years. He held the office of town clerk from 1869 to 1870. In 1871 he was elected supervisor. About 1850, Mr. NICHOLS was united in marriage with Miss Mary BROWN. She died about 10 years ago, and her husband never recovered from the shock caused by her death. From that time his health began to fail. He sold his business and retired. At one time during his business career he accumulated considerable property, but did not retain it. Mr. NICHOLS was widely known. During his residence of 72 years in this county, he became acquainted with almost all the pioneers of the western part of this county and the eastern part of Allegan county. He was an extremely jovial man; and was always ready with an amusing anecdote or story. He was a thorough pioneer, hospitable and always ready to assest the needy. During the last year he made his home with Mr. and Mrs. J. N. PIKE, but during the spring his health improved and he was taken to the home of his adopted son in Kalamazoo. His condition became such that it was necessary to remove him to the hospital where he died. A large number gathered from far and wide to pay last respects to deceased. In accordance with the wishes often expressed by Mr. NICHOLS, the funeral rites were conducted by the Masonic order. Lodges in Middleville, Bradley, Wayland and Shelby were represented. The body was laid to rest in Orangeville cemetery. Does anyone know if Stephen NICHOLS was the father of Luke NICHOLS? Luke's wife was Mary ENGLAND. Luke and Mary were the parents of Eva Ann, Frederick, Foy (Fay), Edith, Frank, and Nettie.

There is a nice, but pricy, postcard on eBay right now, dated 1908, of the one-room Dowling School. I don't know how rare it is, but it is pretty neat to see. Thought I'd let everyone know about it. You should be able to just click on the URL below: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2241892080&category=20216&ssPageName=WD1V&rd=1

There is a nice, but pricy, postcard on eBay right now, dated 1908, of the one-room Dowling School. I don't know how rare it is, but it is pretty neat to see. Thought I'd let everyone know about it. You should be able to just click on the URL below: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2241892080&category=20216&ssPageName=WD1V&rd=1

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: CONOR, WALTON Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1639 Message Board Post: CONOR, Frank "Cubby" Age 18 Delton Passed away unexpectedly June 30, 2005, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Frank was born January 9, 1987, in Longmont, CO, the son of John and Eileen Conor. Frank had a zest for life, he enjoyed living on the edge. Frank learned to ice skate at age five and played several years K. O. H. A. hockey. He also enjoyed playing baseball and ice fishing. Frank was good with his hands; he belonged to the Antique Tractor Association, where he and his good friend Ben would travel all over Michigan attending shows. They would modify walk behinds and riders to make them go faster. He was a former boy scout; a member of Troop 294. Frank was attending M. C. T. I. where he would have graduated in a few weeks. He loved dogs, especially his golden retriever Haley. Frank is survived by his parents John and Eileen Conor of Delton, his grandparents Bob and Marylou Conor of Chapel Hill, NC, and Lorraine Walton of Orlando, FL, an uncle and aunt Steve and Joanne Conor of Holden, ! MA, and several cousins. The family will receive visitors Wednesday 5:00 to 8:00pm at the WILLIAMS-GORES FUNERAL HOME Delton A Memorial Service will be conducted Thursday, July 7, 2005, 11:00am at the Gull Lake Area Community Church, Richland. Memorial contributions to Barry County Humane Society will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 7/4/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HOTOVY, TEUL, WIRBICKI, BACKHUS, STAJON Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1638 Message Board Post: HOTOVY, Antoinette D. Age 84 Of Delton Died Sunday, July 3, 2005 at her home. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on January 4, 1921, the daughter of Theodore and Clara (Teul) Wirbicki. Antoinette is survived by a daughter, Bonnie Backhus (Jim Thwaites) of Delton; sons, Robert (Gloria) Hotovy of New Buffalo, Richard (Nancy) Hotovy, of Jones, MI, and Ronald (Vicky) Hotovy of Three Rivers; 5 grandchildren, Todd (Mary), Lisa, Nichole, and Chad Hotovy and Bannon Backhus; 2 great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Ann Wirbicki of Flossmor, IL. She was preceded in death by her sister, Helen Stajon; and a grandson, Ron "Jay" Hotovy. She led an independent and industrious life. Antoinette made her living by making beautiful crafts and delicious wedding cakes, both of which were craved and enjoyed by many in both Illinois and Michigan. In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking far too much food for visiting company and traveling to see family and friends. At the request of the family, friends will be received from 5-8 p.m. Thur! sday at the FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE RICHLAND CHAPEL 9170 East "D" Ave (M-89) A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Friday at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Parchment with Fr. James O'Leary, Celebrant. Personal messages may be left at www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 7/5/2005 - 7/6/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

Looking for death and burial of Mary Clark. Born abt 1844 and died before 1900. 1880 she was in Baltimore area. Her husband was James Clark. They had Carried Clark born Oct 1881-2. Husband still in Baltimore area in 1900 and a widower. Thank you, Brenda

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BAKER, FISK, TRICK, WOLBERS, FERRIS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1637 Message Board Post: BAKER, Vivian Mae Of Saranac Formerly of Hickory Corners Passed away July 7, 2005 in Saranac. Mrs Baker was born January 25, 1921, in Barry County, the daughter of Harry John and Doris Norene (Fisk) Trick. On December 3, 1938, she married Charles E. Baker, and he preceded her in death on October 9, 2003. For over fifty years, they lived and farmed near Hickory Corners; and were members of the Kalamazoo County Farm Bureau and the Michigan RV Club. Mrs. Baker enjoyed the outdoors, especially flower gardening and she loved country music. She is survived by a son, Harry Scott (Catherine) Baker of Holbrook, AZ; a daughter, Carol Ann (Robert) Wolbers of Saranac; a sister, Linda (Rollie) Ferris of Delton; seven grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers, Gordon and Shirley Trick. The family will receive friends Friday (today) 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the WILLIAMS- GORES FUNERAL HOME Delton where Funeral Services will be conducted Saturday, July 9, 2005 at 1 p.m., Pastor Jeff Worden officiating. Interment East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 7/8/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: SCOTT, ETTER, COOK, MAUER, MCLAUGHLIN, BAUER Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1636 Message Board Post: SCOTT, Patricia Ann of Hastings Patricia Ann Scott aged 72, went to be with her Lord peacefully Friday, July 8, 2005 at Woodlawn Meadows Nursing Home, Hastings. She is survived by her daughters, Terri (Larry) Etter of Middleville, Rose (Rob) Cook of Houston, Texas and Kathy (Tom) Maurer of Hastings, Sons, Bill (Barb) of Versailles, Kentucky, Dave (Teri) of Plainwell and Mike (Laura) of Mauston, Wisconsin, 14 grandchildren, Leanne, Chris and Tim Etter, Taylor, Brayden, Erinn and Will Scott, Cody, Dillion and Cory Cook, and Kevin, Christine and Rebecca Maurer, and Noah Scott. Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Harry N. Scott, Jr., Infant Son, Stephen Patrick Scott, Parents, William and Evelyn McLaughlin and a Sister, Dorothy Bauer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 11:00 A.M. at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, Gun Lake, Fr. Jeffrey Kassian Celebrant. Interment Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheime! r's Association or the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Vigil Service at 6:30 P.M. The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday from 5 to 8 P.M. BEELER FUNERAL CHAPEL Middleville Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 7/9/2005. (Posted by a volunteer-no family connection)