This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: GABRIEL, LOUDEN, GREGG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4333/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GABRIEL, Dennis P. "Denny" Age 73 Of Battle Creek Completed his earthly journey and entered the presence of his Lord on Friday morning, January 1, 2010. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on January 8, 1936, the son of John P. and Marvel A. (Louden) Gabriel. Denny worked in the construction industry for over 40 years. He worked as a skilled tradesman for F.J. Skidmore Construction Co. and G.O. Lewis Construction Co., and then was a General Manager at Associated Construction. He finished his career retiring from Post Cereals as the Construction Planner after 14 years. Denny married Barbara J. Gregg at Gull Lake Bible Church on December 31, 1955; she survives. He is also survived by his children, Janet (John) Marlatt of Battle Creek, Donald (Robin) Gabriel of Augusta and Rebecca (Donnie) Clark of Augusta; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his mother, Marvel A. Gabriel of Richland; a sister, Marlene Gabriel of Kalamazoo and lifetime friends, Burrel and Deanna Stults and family. Denny was a former member of Gull Lake Bible! Church for 25 years and has been a member of Northeastern Baptist Church in Kalamazoo since 1995. Denny truly enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and he repaired golf clubs for more than 44 years. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, volunteering at church and helping and encouraging others. At the request of the family, they will receive friends from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 PM, on Monday, January 4, 2010 at the FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE FUNERAL HOME Richland Chapel 9170 East D Avenue A memorial service to celebrate Denny's life will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at Northeastern Baptist Church, 6536 East G Avenue, Kalamazoo with Pastors George Coon and Gregg Bishop presiding. Interment will follow at Bedford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northeastern Baptist Church or the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Personal messages for the family may be placed a www.farleyestesdowdle.com. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 4, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: MASON Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4332/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MASON, Basil G. Battle Creek Basil G. Mason, 83, of Battle Creek passed away Friday January 1, 2010 at Battle Creek Health System. A Memorial service will be held 2 PM Wednesday January 6, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church in Richland. The family will receive friends 1 hour before the service at church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lakeview Schools in Basil's name or charity of one's choice. Arrangements by the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 3, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: TALMAGE, GORSLINE, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4330/mb.ashx Message Board Post: TALMAGE, Pastor Raymond Lee Battle Creek Pastor Raymond Lee Talmage, 74, of Battle Creek, MI, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at his home surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born April 7, 1935 in Battle Creek, MI the son of Verner L. Talmage and Bertha G. (Gorsline) Talmage. Ray Talmage was in ministry for over 47 years. He was pastor at Parma Baptist Church (Parma, MI); interim Pastor at Augusta Bible Baptist Church, pastor at Heritage Hills Bible Church, then he founded and developed Pleasantview Family Church until he retired in 1989. After retirement Pastor Talmage was the general director for Partners in Evangelism International. Ray is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Violet Lorraine Talmage of Battle Creek; his mother Bertha G. Talmage at The Oaks in Battle Creek; two brothers Lee and Phyllis Talmage of Battle Creek, MI and Larry and Virginia Talmage of Hickory Corners, MI; four sons Daniel R. Talmage of Charlotte, NC, David L. and Dena Talmage of Grandville, MI, S! tephen V. and Pam Talmage of Piedmont, SC, Phillip D. and Marianne Talmage of Avon, OH; two daughters in law Jane Talmage and Kimberly Talmage; sixteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers in law and two sisters in law. He was preceded in death by his father in November 1996 and his son John M. Talmage on September 10, 2009. Ray was an experienced flyer. The hobbies he enjoyed were bow and gun deer hunting and Northern Pike fishing in Canada. He loved music and singing with the church's choir. Visitation will be held after 2 PM Tuesday (December 22, 2009) at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service where the family will meet friends and church members from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Funeral services honoring the Life of Pastor Ray Talmage will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, at the Richland Bible Church, 8643 Gull Road, Richland with Pastor Larry L. Kiser officiating. Burial will follow the funeral luncheon at the East Hickory Cemetery in Barry Twp., MI. Memorial tributes may be mad! e to Richland Bible Church or Partners in Evangelism International. Ar rangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 22, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: BLAKE, SNYDER, COOK, STENQUIST Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4329/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BLAKE, Dale William Battle Creek Passed away Thursday, September 10, 2009. Dale was born September 17, 1945 in Kalamazoo, a son of John Michael and Helen Alma (Snyder) Blake and had lived in Kalamazoo for many years before moving to Battle Creek. He graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1963 and had served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Navy. Dale was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge #88, where he was an Honorary Past Governor, served on the Ritual Team, the Memorial Team and was a recipient of the Fellowship Degree. Dale was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother, John. He is survived by his sons, Michael E. Blake of Decatur, AL and Charles P. (Shannon) Blake of Onondaga, MI; two granddaughters, Kelsey Anne Blake and Haley Catherine Blake; two sisters, Sharon Cook and Cynthia Stenquist, both of Auburn Hills, MI; a brother, Phillip (Sharon) Blake of Chapel Hill, TN; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be ! held on Tuesday at 12:00 Noon, in the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Interment, with full military honors, will follow at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials should be directed to Mooseheart, Loyal Order of the Moose, Moose International, Mooseheart, IL 60539-1182. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on September 13, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: EADLER, HORBIAK, KOVALCHIK, POKRIFCAK, HAGERTY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4328/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EADLER, Ann Beth Ann Beth (Horbiak) Eadler, 87, of Battle Creek, MI, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2009, at the Upjohn Care Center in Kalamazoo, MI. Ann was born August 25, 1922, in Jerome, PA, the daughter of Roman and Mary (Kovalchik) Horbiak. They preceded her in death in 1961 and 2001, respectively. Her husband of 40 years, Duane P. Eadler, preceded her in 1984. She is survived by her sister Helen J. Pokrifcak of East Chicago, IN; sons Richard (Susie) of Hartsville, TN, Robert (Alice) of Nashville, TN, Raymond of Germantown, MD and Donald of Madison, TN, and daughter Patricia Hagerty of Kalamazoo, MI. She also leaves twelve grandchildren, one step-grandchild, nine great grandchildren and two step-great grandchildren. Ann lived in Jerome, PA until she was 18, graduating from Conemaugh High School in 1939. Ann moved to East Chicago in 1940. She joined the U.S. Air Force Women's Technology Corps where she was trained to repair and rebuild military aircraft electrical instruments. In ! 1943 she went to work near the Warner Robins Airbase outside of Macon, GA. There she met Duane who was in the Army Air Corps and stationed at Warner Robins Field. They were married in April of 1944 and were together until he was shipped overseas in early 1945. When he returned in 1946, they settled in his hometown of Battle Creek, where she spent the rest of her life. From 1946 until the early 1970's, she lovingly and tirelessly devoted her life to her marriage and raising their children. In 1972 she enrolled in Kellogg Community College and earned two Associates Degrees. She continued her education, earning certification as a Dietary Manager. She was later employed at several places including dietary manager at Riverside Manor, Baker Brothers Cleaners, Shaw Funeral Home and Emily Andrus Home. She was an avid reader and enjoyed creative writing. Ann was an excellent cook. She enjoyed gardening and canning. She cherished times together with Duane at their cabin in Northern M! ichigan. Ann's love for others showed through the countless phone call s, and the cards and gifts she unfailingly sent to family and friends for every conceivable occasion. Visitation will be from 7:00 PM to 9:00PM on Thursday, September 17, 2009, at Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek, MI. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM, Friday, September 18, 2009 at Royal Funeral Home. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on September 16, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Karen_Jorgensen Surnames: Garrett, Morgan Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4327/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm searching for the death date and burial place of Sarah Elizabeth Garrett, b. 28 Mar 1869 in Hart Co. Kentucky. She married Benjamin Morgan after the 1800 census and he was deceased by the 1900 census where she is listed as a widow in Calhoun Co. Michigan. Perhaps someone has a cemetery book and can see if either of the above individuals are listed? In the book "A Book of Garretts", Compiled by Hester E. Garrett, p. 243, Hester says that Sarah Elizabeth married Benjamin in Battle Creek and that they had no children, further "She graduated as a nurse from Battle Creek College and, for several years before her marriage, was operating room supervisor at the Battle Creek Sanitarium, Battle Creek, Michigan". Thank you for any help you can give me. Karen 1880 United States Federal Census; Ancestry.com; 253 /267 Name: Robert G. Garrett Home in 1880: Powder Mills, Hart, Kentucky Age: 37 Estimated birth year: abt 1843 Birthplace: Kentucky Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head) Spouse's name: Hester A. Father's birthplace: Kentucky Mother's birthplace: Kentucky Occupation: Minister Of The Gospel Marital Status: Married Race: White Gender: Male Robert G. Garrett 37, KyKyK Hester A. Garrett 35, wife, keeping house, KyKYKY Roberta L. Garrett 14, dau, at school, Ky Mary E. Garrett 13, dau, at school, Ky Sarah L. Garrett 11, dau, at school, Ky Jennie F. Garrett 9, dau, at school, Ky James A. Garrett 5, son, at home, Ky Eliza A. Garrett 3, dau, at home, Ky Robert P. W. Garrett 1, son, at home, Ky 1900 Calhoun Co. Michigan Census; Source Citation: Year: 1930; Census Place: Battle Creek, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll 978; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 22; Image: 667.0. Ancestry.com Census Images; 118 / 141 Elizabeth Morgan, 58, widow, age 38 at 1st marriage, KykyKY; Lottie Johnson, sister, widow, 42, age 28 at 1st marriage, KyKyKy; Hester Garrett, niece, 26, OklahomaOkOk Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DianeMetzger435 Surnames: Smith Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4326/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My grandparents owned a house at 327 Jackson Street in Tekonsha and I'm trying to find anyone who might have copies of articles about them or old postcards of Tekonsha or anything regarding my grandparents. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DianeMetzger435 Surnames: Smith Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/23.68.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Since this is an old posting, I'm not sure if this email address is still good. My grandparents and great, grandparents (Smiths) are from Tekonsha and Clarendon, Mi. but originally came from Gouverneur, NY. I have an old letter from my Aunt Betty telling me that someone from the Aurand family came to their house many years ago and she thinks they were distant relatives. My grandparents were Bert and Beulah (Golden) Smith who lived on Jackson Street in Tekonsha from 1940's to 1950's. Would love to hear from you. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

Just remembered that I do have the book "The Tekonsha Story 1930-1975" that I purchased from the Tekonsha Public library in October, 1992. As I recall there were several extra copies and that was the reason they were being sold at the time. It would seem possible that copies of the book remain in the library if it's still there and open. (I live in Texas) I looked through the farm section but did not see anything about the "Smith" farm. However, it's difficult and unlikely to get every one who contributed to the development of a community included in a book. The Foreward of the book begins with "The Idea For this Book, 'THE STORY OF TEKONSHA, 1830-1975,' evolved early in August, 1973, after the Tekonsha Community Bicentennial Committee had determined the direction of their efforts in celebrating the American Revolution Bicentennial. During the ensuing months, members searched near and far for items, pictures, reports, and historical articles pertaining to the Tekonsha community. Many writings and pictures were made available by former and present residents, completed questionnaires were received, and sorting and editing began. This book is the result. " ,,, it goes on for two more paragraphs. At the end of the book (hard bound) there is a list of names of people who contributed to the creation of the book. The Table of Contests has the following topics: Page The Indians of Te-Kon-Qua-Shae 01 A Community is Born 03 The Township Library 10 Township Cemeteries 13 The Village Develops 14 The Creamery & Cheese Factory 24 Flour Milling in Tekonsha 26 Produce, Chickens and Beans 31 Business at the North End 34 School Growth and Development 44 The Churches 69 Business and Industry 77 Organizations 91 Wars 103 Transportation 108 Health Car 112 Agriculture 114 Farms of the Area 123 Oil in Tekonsha 163 Downtown, 1975 164 ______________________________ Sheryl In a message dated 12/30/2009 6:15:51 P.M. Central Standard Time, gc-gateway@rootsweb.com writes: This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DianeMetzger435 Surnames: Smith Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.c alhoun/4326/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My grandparents owned a house at 327 Jackson Street in Tekonsha and I'm trying to find anyone who might have copies of articles about them or old postcards of Tekonsha or anything regarding my grandparents. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to MICALHOU-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

I'm not sure I recognize your family's name although my mom mentioned a family by the name of Smith - think my great uncle or someone worked for him on his farm probably in the 1920s. But, I was thinking that was in Albion. I have a page out of my grandmother's autograph album dated Dec. 25th, 1913 and signed by a Mrs. Drumm in Tekonsha Michigan. If you're interested in seeing it, I can email you the scan. Sheryl In a message dated 12/30/2009 6:15:51 P.M. Central Standard Time, gc-gateway@rootsweb.com writes: This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DianeMetzger435 Surnames: Smith Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.c alhoun/4326/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My grandparents owned a house at 327 Jackson Street in Tekonsha and I'm trying to find anyone who might have copies of articles about them or old postcards of Tekonsha or anything regarding my grandparents.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: richlaw19651 Surnames: Lawson Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4325/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Looking for information about James F Lawson who died 5/20/1990 in Battle Creek, Calhoun, Mich. Can anyone find an obit. or any other family info.? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: O'DELL, BARTLING, BAUMANN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4324/mb.ashx Message Board Post: O'DELL, Dr. Charles W. Jr. "Chuck" Age 64 Of Battle Creek Died December 10, 2009 at Battle Creek Health System. He was born November 24, 1945, the son of Charles W. and Katherine M. (Bartling) O'Dell in Detroit. Chuck graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1963, the University of Michigan in 1967 and received his medical degree from the University of Michigan in 1971. Chuck served in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps from 1976 to 1978 as a Lt. Commander, serving at the Guam Regional Medical Center. Chuck worked as a radiologist for Battle Creek Health System serving as Chief of Staff of the Radiology Department and also for Radiology Consultants. He is survived by his wife, Sally O'Dell; their sons, Matt (Mindy Li) O'Dell of San Diego, Alex (Courtney) O'Dell of Chicago; granddaughter, Avery O'Dell; sisters, Fran Baumann of Guam, Martha O'Dell of Three Rivers, brother, David O'Dell of Three Rivers and two nieces, Leslie and Gabrielle. He was preceded in death by his parents. Chuck was a member of the First Congregational Church, the B! attle Creek Country Club and the Calhoun County Medical Society. He served on the board of directors of the Brass Band of Battle Creek and enjoyed the brass band concerts. Chuck and Sally wintered in Florida and he enjoyed playing golf with his friends. The family will receive friends from 2 until 4:00 PM and 6 until 8:00 PM Sunday, December 13, 2009 at Shaw Funeral Home 2838 Capital Ave., SW Battle Creek www.shawfuneralhome.com Services will take place 10:00 AM Monday, December 14, 2009 at First Congregational Church with Rev. Thomas Ott and Rev. Fr. Charles Fischer officiating. Interment with military honors, Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may go to the Battle Creek Health System Cancer Care Center's Medication Fund. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 12, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: JONES, KIRBY, NEWLAND, DOYLE, TIFT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4323/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JONES, Lonnie Kaye Battle Creek Lonnie Kaye Jones, a long-time Battle Creek resident, died Monday December 7th 2009 at BC Health Systems hospital, at age 77, after a long battle with several illnesses. Lonnie was born August 26, 1932 in Dewitt County, Illinois, to Charles Kermit Jones and Mary Helen (Kirby) Jones, and moved to Battle Creek with his family in 1938. Lonnie graduated in1950 from Battle Creek Central High School where he participated in many activities including A Cappella Choir. He served with the U.S. Army as an infantryman in Korea. He was employed by Post Cereals, in Battle Creek for 38 years before retiring in 1991. He also attended Western Michigan University where he met and courted the love of his life. Lonnie and Molly Luella Newland were married on July 2, 1960 in Kalamazoo, and they had three sons. Lonnie loved music, particularly opera, and was a frequent attendee at concerts by the Battle Creek Symphony and Kalamazoo Symphony, as well as the orchestras from Detroit and Chicago and! other touring orchestral, solo, and operatic performers. Lonnie traveled several times over the years to New York for performances of the Metropolitan Opera, and was a Metropolitan Opera Guild member for many years. Lonnie was also a frequent attendee at the Gilmore Keyboard Festival performances. He shared his love of music, and his extensive knowledge, with his family and friends - sometimes at high volume. Lonnie was also willing to try newer music, attending a Pat Metheny Group concert in 1979 at the State Theatre at the insistence of his son Donald. Lonnie also was a talented amateur artist and many of his works decorate the walls of relatives. He was a devoted father and grandfather, raising his three sons on his own after his wife's untimely death in1975 at age 37. He took great interest and pride in the lives and accomplishments of his children and grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Lonnie was preceded in death by his middle son, David Nicholas, in 1981, as we! ll as by his mother in 1987 and his father and brother Carol Duane Jon es, both in 1990. Lonnie is survived by two sons Donald and Kathy (Doyle) Jones of Cary, North Carolina, and Daniel, of Battle Creek and five grandchildren Nathan Charles, David Nicholas, Schuyler James and Anne-Elizabeth, of Battle Creek, and Monica, of Cary, North Carolina; and sister-in-law, Mary (Tom) Tift, of Kalamazoo. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held later at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 1079 Riverside Dr., Battle Creek. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Battle Creek Symphony or Gilmore Keyboard Festival 2010. Arrangements are by the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 13, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jgillespie28 Surnames: Van Tyne, Hamilton, Laquay, Laquey Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4181.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I don't know much about Peter Laquay senior. I'm also trying to find more information. My maiden name is LaQuey. I was told that the family lore is that 2 or 3 brothers came to the US from France. For now, I've been able to trace my ancestry to a Joseph John Alexander LaQuey, Sr. born in KY/VA in 1800. I do not know who his parents were or any information on them other than when they approximately died. I'm now tracing other Laquay/Laquey families to see if any of them connect. Since it isn't a common last name, I think they will eventually. As for Peter, I did find a write up in the American Genealogical-Biographical Index. American Genealogical-Biographical Index (AGBI) about Peter Laquay Name: Peter Laquay Birth Date: 1790 Birthplace: Fra, New Jersey Volume: 100 Page Number: 167 Reference: Gen. Column of the " Boston Transcript". 1906-1941.( The greatest single source of material for gen. Data for the N.E. area and for the period 1600-1800. Completely indexed in the Index.): 18 Feb 1935, 9903 It was an interesting read to say the least. The author apparently believed that he was in Napolean's Army at one point. There is another one that I haven't looked up yet (because it costs $6 for up to 5 pages and I don't want to spend $6 for just one so I'm waiting to see if there are others in the AGBI that I can do it all at once). This one is in the name of Peter Sr's daughter, Ellen Van Tyne who married William Thomas Hamilton. erican Genealogical-Biographical Index (AGBI) about Ellen Van Tyne Hamilton Name: Ellen Van Tyne Hamilton Birth Date: 1822 Volume: 71 Page Number: 94 Reference: Gen. Column of the " Boston Transcript". 1906-1941.( The greatest single source of material for gen. Data for the N.E. area and for the period 1600-1800. Completely indexed in the Index.): 18 Feb 1935, 9903 I will be glad to scan in the image from the first one that I found. I will have to do it tomorrow though because I do not have it with me at the moment. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: rte_1 Surnames: Laquay Gregory Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4181.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Death certificate for Peter Laquay who was married to Mary L Gregory and the father of George, Malon (sp varies), John, Ida, Julia, Sarah. He is in the census for Battle Creek from 1860 until his death in an institution of some kind, probably a hospital, in Kalamazoo. MI death certificates for 1897-1920 can be seen online at http://haldigitalcollections.cdmhost.com/cdm4/search.php Death certificate Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo Asylum Peter LaQuay Male White Married Occ. Mechanic DoB 1825 NY Age 86 y __m __d DoD 6 Feb 1911 CoD Mitral insufficiency Father Peter LaQuay b. France Mother _____ Van Tyne b. Holland Informant is attending physician Time at this location 1 m 6 d Previouse residence Battle Creek Burial Battle Creek I'd like to know more about Your Peter Laquay from France, probably this guy's father. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: pqrstny Surnames: Rogers Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4313.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thank you very much. There was no way I could have found this information on my own. At least now I have two people that can be excluded. Thank you again. This was extremely helpful. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Ardis48 Surnames: DENOOYER, RHEM, KLINE, NEWHOF, KOOL, NEDERHOOD, BERKHOF Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4322/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Age 91, Battle Creek, MI, died Friday, August 22, 1997 in Grand Rapids at the Luther Home after a long illness. She was born August 12, 1906 in Kalamazoo, MI the daughter of Albert and Anna (KLINE) RHEM. She was raised in Kalamazoo and graduated from Parson's Business College. She was a homemaker. On October 12, 1927 in Kalamazoo, she was married to Jacob DENOOYER, who preceded her in death May 13, 1965. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Ted NEWHOF of Caledonia, MI, Marjorie and Pres KOOL of Battle Creek, MI, two sons and daughters-in-law, Donald and Ann DENOOYER of Battle Creek, Norman and Helen DENOOYER of Grand Rapids, MI, 20 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Florence RHEM of Kalamazoo, Helen NEDERHOOD of Kalamazoo, and Alberta BERKHOF of Grand Rapids. She was preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers. When the Church was organized in 1932 she was a Charter member of the Battle Creek Christian Reformed Church a! nd has been an active member throughout the years. She was an active PTA member at Lincoln School and a member of the former Executive Club in Battle Creek. She enjoyed her church, her family and caring for others. Friends may call after 2 PM Sunday (today) at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home 105 Capital Ave, NE, Battle Creek where the family will be present to receive friends 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM Sunday. Funeral services will be held at the Battle Creek Christian Reformed Church 2 PM Monday. Rev. Duane Nieuwsma, Rev. Donald Kool and Rev. Ronald Kool officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Battle Creek Christian Reformed Church. source; Kalamazoo Gazette Aug 24, 1997 (submitted by a volunteer, no family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Ardis48 Surnames: WOODS, MOORE, WHITT, CANADA, LARIE, ALBRIGHT, BIEBER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4321/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Athens - Ralph J. WOODS, 78, and also of Houston, Texas, died Sept. 27, 1995, at his home in Houston. He was born Nov. 18, 1916 in Coldwater, a son of Jacob Ward and Mable Ella (MOORE) WOODS. In 1941, he married Ida Mae WHITT. She died in 1967. In 1969, he married V. Marie CANADA in Georgia. They were divorced in 1995. He graduated from Coldwater High school in 1935 and had lived in the Coldwater, Quincy, Union City and Bronson areas until 1955 when he purchased a farm on 6 Mile Road, Athens. He was employed in 1945 driving a Greyhound Bus in the Charleston, W. Va., area, and he then worked at Eaton Manufacturing, valve division, from 1947-77. After his retirement, he enjoyed collecting antique clocks, toys and banks, traveling to Hawaii and Europe, gardening, fishing and hunting. Surviving are four children, Barbara E. LARIE, Chippewa Lake, Roy J. WOODS, Big Rapids, Margaret A. ALBRIGHT, West Virginia, and Elizabeth A. BIEBER, Houston; seven grandchildren; and 10 gre! at-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Charles Leslie, Roy E. and Clarence WOODS; a granddaughter, Nicole Lynn BIEBER, in 1982; and a grandson, David Owen ALBRIGHT in 1986. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Spencer Funeral Home, Athens. Graveside services and burial are at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Abscota Cemetery with the Rev. Sandra Gastian, Athens United Methodist Church, officiating. source: unknown newspaper Sept 1995. (submitted by a volunteer, no family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Ardis48 Surnames: SEYMOUR, HUDDLE, DEPTA, ANDERSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4320/mb.ashx Message Board Post: John A. SEYMOUR - East Leroy, MI, Formerly of Broken Arrow, OK, died Monday, November 18, 1996 at Battle Creek Health Systems Community Site shortly after arrival. He was born November 2, 1960 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of Kenneth A. and Barbara J. (HUDDLE) SEYMOUR. He graduated from Athens High School in 1978, attended Rhema Bible School in Broken Arrow, OK, and has attended Kellogg Community College, where he was studying to be a chemist. Mr. SEYMOUR worked for Broken Arrow Public Schools as a mechanic and school bus driver until 1991, when he returned to this area. He is survived by his parents, Kenneth A. and Barbara J. SEYMOUR of East Leroy; sister, Linda S. DEPTA of Portage; brothers, Dale K. SEYMOUR of Battle Creek, and Duane D. SEYMOUR of Schoolcraft. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Beatrice "Bea" ANDERSON in March 1996. He attended North Athens Baptist Church, taught Sunday School, visited China in 1989 carrying Bibles for the Christian Rev! ival Church Missionary work. He also enjoyed astronomy and working with children, taking them on trips and fishing. Friends may call Wednesday at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, 105 Capital Ave., NE, Battle Creek, where family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday. Services will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the North Athens Baptist Church with Pastor Marvin A. Savola officiating. Burial North Athens Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses of Southwest Michigan, Leukemia Society of America or the North Athens Baptist Church. source: Kalamazoo Gazette Nov 1996 (submitted by a volunteer, no family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: cgayers Surnames: Classification: census Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4319/mb.ashx Message Board Post: =============================================== The USGenWeb Census Project is pleased to announce the completion of the following census transcription: 1860 Calhoun County, Convis Township http://usgwcensus.org/cenfiles/mi/calhoun/1860/ Abstracted by Len Montie Second Transcriber Needed [For more information on Calhoun County, Michigan Please visit the MIGenWeb page at http://www.usgenweb.org/mi] Sincerely, Christine Graham Webmaster, USGenWeb Census Project http://usgwcensus.org/states/ =============================================== http://usgwcensus.org/cenfiles/nu/index.htm =============================================== USGenWeb Search Us - UsGenWeb Census Projects http://www.usgenweb-search.us/census/index.html =============================================== Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.