This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: CaroleAlden Surnames: YEPEZ Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/352.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: You can order a copy of the following article from the library. This was on their Newspaper index. Last time I knew, it cost $2 They have a web site. Willard Public Library, Battle Creek, MI Publication: Battle Creek Enquirer Edition: 1 Subjects: Yepez, Angela M. Riley, Delia M. (Yepez) Yepez, Alice Ruth Date: 17 JUN 1971 Page Number: 9 Section: A Microfiche Number: 0 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: AmyDecker35 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4171.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'd be willing to do look ups for anyone on the Battle Creek Inquirer. I have a subscription to the Newspaper Archives and found quite a few interesting things about my family on there. Email deckeramie@hotmail.com Just put in the subject line Newspaper help 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: KTurnerThompson Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/1865.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I believe we have common ancestors Depew and Turner. Would you please contact me at kath89@tampabay.rr.com? I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you. Sincerely, Kathy Turner Thompson 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: nana_angee Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/352.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: No, I am John's sister, Angela and I share the same name. Any information you can give me will be very helpful. If there is any information I can give you I will be glad to do so. Angee 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: ReeHerman Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/352.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: are you Johns daughter? if it is please contact me. at reezzyru on yahoo. We may have some info you need about them. 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: Todd_Gerber Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4171.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Gary I'm assuming you mean Bedford Twp - right? There's no Bedland Twp in Calhoun Co. Todd 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: gary2560 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4171.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thx, Todd. I'll follow-up. Gary 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: Todd_Gerber Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4171.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I believe the Battle Creek Enquirer was around back then (it's also the local paper today.) There were a few early papers, including the New Moon Journal, that were also around, but I'm not exactly sure of the dates they existed. 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: TIMMERMAN, ROETMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4175/mb.ashx Message Board Post: TIMMERMAN, Mr. Frank A. Of Battle Creek, MI Went home to be with the Lord Tuesday afternoon, May 13, 2008. Frank was born April 15, 1916 in Larkin Township, Minnesota, a son of Cornelius and Jennie (Roetman) Timmerman. He had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of his life and was employed with the Upjohn Company for 28 years, retiring in 1977. He was a longtime member of North Park Reformed Church where he served as a consistory member. He also served with the Forgotten Man Ministries for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wilma M. Timmerman on November 26, 1999; and 11 brothers and sisters. He is survived by three sons, Alan (Mitzi) Timmerman of Fulton, MI, Jack (Debbie) Timmerman of Addison, MI, and Dick (JacLynn) Timmerman of Hickory Corners, MI; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held 1 o'clock Saturday at North Park Reformed Church, 1316 Barney Rd. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 PM Friday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, M! emorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Interment will be in Alamo Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Forgotten Man Ministries at the Kalamazoo County Jail. www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/15/2008. (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: ERTZ, WAGNER, POND, ARBIC, CRAIG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4174/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ERTZ, Alberta E. Of Battle Creek Alberta E. Ertz, 99, of Battle Creek died Thursday, May 15, 2008 at the Good Samaritan Hospice Residence. She was born on October 26, 1908 in Liberty, IL to Arthur and Etta L. (Wagner) Pond. Alberta married Fay Richard Ertz on August 15, 1928, he preceded her in death in 1993. She was a homemaker and raised four children. She is survived by a daughter, Emma L. "Sue" (Joe Sr.) Arbic, of Battle Creek; sons, Richard L. (Christine) Ertz, of Portage and Ronald L. Ertz, of Bullhead, AZ; seven grandchildren, ten great- grandchildren and four great- great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Fay Ertz Jr., a twin brother, Albert Pond, and a sister, Edna Craig. Alberta enjoyed sewing, painting, writing letters, gardening, drawing, and collecting dolls. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Alberta and her husband Fay spent many winters in Arizona. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Richard A. Henry Funeral! Home. And Tuesday May 20, 2008 from 5 PM to 7 PM at the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, Quincy, IL. Graveside services will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at Quincy Memorial Park Cemetery, Quincy, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Good Samaritan Hospice Residence. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/16/2008. (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: DAVIS, BALLARD, HENDRICK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4173/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DAVIS, Albert (Al) William Age 39 Passed away on May 7, 2008. Al was born January 15, 1969 and lived in Battle Creek, MI. He is the son of Roger and Bettie Ballard of Battle Creek and Kenneth J. and Linda Davis of Battle Creek. Al graduated from Climax-Scotts High School in May of 1987, and was employed by Prairie Farms Dairy of Battle Creek. He enjoyed grilling out, snowmobiling, spending time with family and friends and was passionate about poetry. This is one of his favorites: "As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that was not supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it is harder every time. You will break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You will fight with your best friend. You will blame a new love for the things an old one did. You will cry because time is passing too fast and you will eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love as if you have never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you will never get back". Al is survived by his mother, Bettie Ballard; father, Kenneth Davis; daughter, Melissa Nichole Davis; son, Dalton Alexander Davis; step-brother, Roger D. Ballard, Jr.; grandparents, Bill and Ruth Hendrick, Leona Davis; niece, Alicia Marie Davis; nephew, Anthony Scott Davis; aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth J. Davis, Jr. and grandfather, James C. Davis. To my cousins, you became my family - Brad, Heather, Joe and Jeff. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/10/2008. (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: LUSSIER, LAPIERRE, LOACHRIDGE, HOLLIS, HANEMAN, KELLOGG, TARDY, HOLMES, POWELL, DEARMENT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4172/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LUSSIER, Clair R. Family and friends of Clair R. Lussier mourned his death on April 30, 2008. He courageously battled mesothelioma for many years. Clair was born in 1926 in Oak Park, Michigan, to Joseph and Marie (LaPierre) Lussier. He grew up in Royal Oak, MI and graduated from St. Mary's High School. Moving to Battle Creek in 1956, Clair entered the beer distributing business with three of his brothers*. The original business, Beer Company of Battle Creek, later became Quality House Beverages to reflect the addition of other products. He served as president of the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers' Association and was involved in the critical legislation that provided protection to Michigan beer distributors. Clair expanded his business interests by founding Quality Truck Service, to maintain the Beer Company's fleet. He was also a principle investor in the construction of the American Bank Building, now Fifth-Third Bank in downtown Battle Creek, which, at the time was the first new commer! cial building built in the city in decades. As an active member of the business community, he served on the board of American National Bank, was a member of the Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce and was a supporter and participant in the Battle Creek Hot Air Balloon Festival for many years. In 1984, he was one of the several sponsors of the Olympic Torch Relay, which passed through Battle Creek before arriving in Los Angeles, CA. Adventurous and curious by nature, Clair had a broad variety of personal interests. His enthusiasm for travel took him to five continents to explore different cultures, cuisine and golf courses. As an avid hunter and fisherman, he traveled to Colorado, the Yukon, British Columbia and more extensively in Ontario and Quebec. In addition, he enjoyed these activities in his home state of Michigan. His love of golf and the camaraderie that accompanied his pursuits began as a youngster in Detroit. He caddied at the Rackham Country Club where he made his f! irst hole-in-one at the age of 11 and on occasion caddied for Joe Loui s. He was a member of the Battle Creek Country Club since 1965. He also had the pleasure during his life to play along side Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Chi Chi Rodriguez and other golf professionals at various fundraising events. Clair was a voracious reader and loved to discuss politics, history and religion. He had a life-long love of music and sang with the Detroit Opera as a youth. His appreciation of opera led him to obtain season tickets to the New York Metropolitan Opera in order to hear world-renowned singers, such as Luciano Pavorotti and Placido Domingo. Clair was married to Patricia Loachridge from 1953-1990, with whom he had nine children. He married a second time to Bettina (Hollis) Haneman on April 5, 1996, she survives. He is also survived by his former wife, Patricia Lussier; his children, Greg (Cheryl) Lussier of Battle Creek, Lori (Tim) Kellogg of Tualatin, OR, Claudette Lussier of Los Angeles, CA, Jamee Lussier of Battle Creek, Becky (Lewis) Tardy of Kalam! azoo, Glenn (Sandra) Lussier of Battle Creek, Lizette Lussier of Austin, TX, Joe (Sandy) Lussier of Kalamazoo, Rachel (Andrew) Holmes of Stamford, CT; step-sons, Kyle (Susan) Powell of Mansfield, TX, Seth (Sally) Powell of Chestertown, MD; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister, Therese (Richard) DeArment; sisters-in-law, Julie Lussier, Heidi Lussier, Donna Lussier and Theresa Lussier. He was preceded in death by brothers, Roger*, Marcel*, Paul and Louis* Lussier. Clair's family will receive friends from 4 until 6 PM Saturday, May 3, 2008 at the Shaw Funeral Home. A celebration of his life will take place from 12 until 2 PM Sunday, May 4, 2008 at the Battle Creek Country Club. The family will have a private memorial gathering. Memorial contributions to the Cancer Center at Battle Creek Health System or Good Samaritan Hospice Care would be greatly appreciated. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Battle Creek. www.shawfuneralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/2/2008. (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: rddavis30 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/1814.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sorry, I was thinking of the son Frank Poorman. The father, who you are looking for, lived a bit farther to the West on White Rabbit Road across from the Shepherds. 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: rddavis30 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/1814.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sorry, I was off on the location of Poorman Road. It's in the neighborhood, but the sawmill was at Seven Mile Road and White Rabbit Road. 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: rddavis30 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/1814.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I can't help much, but can perhaps verify bit of the direction in which you are looking. I was a neighbor of Frank Poorman, but just a boy when he died. He lived on the corner of Poorman Road and East Avenue North, now Seven Mile Road, where he ran a local sawmill. He had a son, Jack (I believe), who married a next-door neighbor, a daughter of Burt Riley. They had two daughters, I believe, and later divorced. I,too, would expect Hicks Cemetery. as the burial place. Frank and his wife enjoyed taking their portable food stand to some of the county fairs in the Summer. Hope this is either helpful or at least reassuring to your work. 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: Michael_Byrum Surnames: Byrum Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/955.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MY name is Michael Byrum. I live in Columbus, Oh I beleive that we are related thru Alonzo Byrum who is your Great grandfather. Alonzo and my grandfather Lafayette were brothers. Please contact me at Byrummaryville@aol.com 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: makd1962 Surnames: Van Wormer VanWormer Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/3944.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I know this message board inquiry concerning Nettie Van Wormer is several years old. I aquired an 1878 book which was written "Presented to our teacher Nettie Van Wormer her pupils" and wanted to see if I could find anything about her on Google. Your site came up in the top ten. If you found out something more, please reply. Mary 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: gary2560 Surnames: RICKEY Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4171/mb.ashx Message Board Post: What was the local newspaper for this area back in 1920? thx, Gary 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: Laquey Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4165.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm looking for probate records from 1890. I found an article in The Daily Chronicle on 12-29-1890 "Estate of John C Laquey, insane; Mary L Laquey appointed guardian. Bond of $1000 approved and letters issued." Anyone know where I could go to try to locate this record? The Daily Chronicle was written for Marshall, Michigan. 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: Christopher_Rau Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.calhoun/4160.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Todd, Our meetings are open to anyone interested. Feel free to come see us at the meeting on April 22, when our topic will be on "Getting Organized." -Chris Rau 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.