This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: MORRIS, SONNEVIL, KIRBY, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22804/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MORRIS, Helen (Sonnevil) Richland Passed away May 9, 2008. Helen was born in Richland on November 29, 1921, the daughter of Frank and Lena Sonnevil. Helen was a lifelong resident of the Richland area, where her family farmed for many years. She loved the outdoors. Helen was a long time employee of Kalamazoo Ophthalmology. Helen is survived by sons, Robert and Leighton Kirby; two grandchildren; three great- grandchildren, her former husband George Kirby, and several nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Ray and Roy Sonnevil, and her husband Ray Morris. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society will be appreciated. Arrangements by Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/11/2008. (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: MORRIS, SONNEVIL, KIRBY, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22803/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MORRIS, Helen (Sonnevil) Richland Passed away May 9, 2008. Helen was born in Richland on November 29, 1921, the daughter of Frank and Lena Sonnevil. Helen was a lifelong resident of the Richland area, where her family farmed for many years. She loved the outdoors. Helen was a long time employee of Kalamazoo Ophthalmology. Helen is survived by sons, Robert and Leighton Kirby; two grandchildren; three great- grandchildren, her former husband George Kirby, and several nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Ray and Roy Sonnevil, and her husband Ray Morris. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society will be appreciated. Arrangements by Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/11/2008. (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: KORDISH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22802/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KORDISH, Dennis E. Kalamazoo Dennis Kordish passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, May 8, 2008 at his home. He was born August 6, 1946 in Munising, MI the son of the late Victor Kordish and the late Dagne Kordish. Dennis received his Juris Doctorate degree from Thomas Cooley Law School and BS and BA degrees from Aquinas College. He was employed as an attorney at Randall L. Brown and Associates PLC. Dennis served his country with a 16-year career in the U.S. Army Reserve and Army National Guard. In addition, he served in an Army Aviation unit deployed to Kuwait for Desert Storm and served two combat tours in Vietnam. He held commercial air pilot certification and enjoyed aviation. He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and enjoyed serving his community. He was extremely well liked by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Theresa Kordish; brother, Victor Kordish; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be celebrated 11AM Friday May 2! 3, 2008 at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Kalamazoo. A military graveside service will be held 10AM Wednesday May 21, 2008 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Monica's Catholic Church. Arrangements handled by Avink Funeral Home Cremation Society Schoolcraft Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/11/2008. (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: ELDRIDGE, THISTON, EMERY, PACE, RICHARDS, SAUER, BLACKBURN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22801/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ELDRIDGE, Lester "Les" Lester "Les" Eldridge, 65, of Ceresco passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2008, at Oaklawn Hospital. Les was born on July 15, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana to E. Grant and Thurby (Thixton) Eldridge. He graduated from Three Rivers High School, and enlisted in the U.S. Navy serving from 1960-1963. Les sailed on the Reclaimer and was part of the nuclear testing on Christmas Island. On April 17, 1981, he married Barbara Emery in Kalamazoo. Les managed the auto body shop at Seeley Ford in Kalamazoo for many years, and he later moved to Traverse City and managed Grand Traverse Auto. He retired in 2000. Les was an accomplished painter with a great eye for small details in every job. He was an avid outdoors man and enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and golf. He loved his family and especially enjoyed the time spent with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Barbara of Ceresco; two daughters, Jamie Eldridge and Carol (Scott) Pace all of Kalamazoo; two sons, Jeff (Mary) Richard! s of Lowell and Jason (Andrea) Richards of Grand Rapids; five grandchildren, Dustin and Dawn Eldridge, Jeffery Michael, Lily, and Avery Richards; great-granddaughter Ivory Eldridge; two sisters, Dolores (Elmer) Sauer of Palmetto, Florida, and Thurby (Bill) Blackburn of Indianapolis, Indiana. He is also survived by close extended family, mother and father Marie and Ernie Jones of Albion; sisters, Joann (Beau) Godde of Marshall, Betty (Butch) Gibbs of Albion, and Gayle (Garry) Weaver of Homer, and a brother Gary Emery of Mesick, Michigan and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers E. Grant Jr., Robert, and Mark Eldridge, and a sister LaDonna Eldridge. A memorial service will take place at the Marshall United Methodist Church on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 1:30PM with Reverend Len Schoenherr officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall United Methodist Church, Calhoun County Humane Society, or to Oaklawn Hospital.! Assistance with memorials is available at the Kempf Funeral Home. Lea ve a personal message for the family and sign the online guest book at www.kempffuneralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/11/2008. (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: BOWERS, BUTCHER, SRACKANGAST, TREAT, NUYEN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22800/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BOWERS, Betty June Age 81 Of Augusta Betty June Bowers, 81, of Augusta, died May 2, 2008, Friday, at Bronson Hospital. She was born June 29, 1926 to Earl J. and Lenore M. (Butcher) Srackangast of Galesburg, MI. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1944 and went on to work for Upjohn before marrying James Bowers on September 24, 1954. They loved spending time with their family, Brent Bowers, son, of Nashville, TN, Tim (Karen) Bowers, son, of Augusta, MI, Amy (Brian) Treat, daughter, of Augusta, MI, Amanda (Cole) Nuyen, granddaughter, of Kalamazoo, MI and Heather Bowers, granddaughter, of Augusta, MI. Don't measure time in years or months, not even in mere days. Use Summer, Winter, Springtime, measure time in lovely ways. To a leaf afloat in a flowering spring, time means not so much. But the beauty it reflects there, is a time for us to clutch. Some never measure time this way, their lives slip on away. They never see the leaves unfold, see beauty in spring days. One who sees can measure time, when fall'! s frost hits the air. Those who measure time in beauty, are the ones who love and care. - Written by her loving husband, Jim. Arrangements pending at the FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE AUGUSTA CHAPEL Personal remembrances may be made at www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/11/2008. (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: SCHUUR, FREDENBERG, MANBECK, LASTER, DERHAMMER, ALSBORG, MOGUEL, KOETS, MORAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22799/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SCHUUR, Mr. Charles N. Age 68 Of Kalamazoo, MI Died Friday afternoon May 9, after struggling with health issues. Charles was born on December 27, 1939 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of John and Alice (Fredenberg) Schuur. After high school, Charles served his country as a member of the Army National Guard. He then learned the carpet laying trade from his brother, Paul. He worked his trade in Kalamazoo and then in Southern California until he moved back to Kalamazoo in 1992. He last worked with Wells Aluminum until his health forced him to retire. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Cindy; two half brothers, Paul Schuur and Morris Manbeck; a half sister, Charlene Laster on May 12, 1999. On March 19, 1999, he was united in marriage to Karen L. (Derhammer) Schuur, who survives. Also surviving are two children, John Schuur of Kalamazoo and Amanda Alsborg of CA; two step-sons, Johann Moguel of Denver, CO and Anthony (Courtney) Moguel of Kalamazoo; several grandchildren; two sisters, Ann (Erwin) Koets of Burn! sville, MN and Patricia (David) Moran of Portage; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 1 o'clock on Wednesday at the Beacon Club, 5830 Portage Road. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com . Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/12/2008. (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: MATLOCK Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22798/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MATLOCK, Robert Arnold Sr. Of Kalamazoo Passed away at home on Wednesday May 7, 2008. Services were held today Tuesday May 13 at 2:00 PM at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Michigan. Professional and Affordable services entrused to: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/13/2008. (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: VANDENBERG, LEARY, STAFFORD, TERBURG, HERR, HERINGTON, FAWLEY,BOWEN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22797/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VANDENBERG, Gene M. Sr. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at his home. Gene was born May 27, 1929 in Kalamazoo, to the late Roy and Flossie (Leary) Vandenberg. He married Nancy Stafford-Terburg in July of 1978, in Kalamazoo who survives him. He is also survived by his children, Cathleen (Terry) Herr, Rebecca (Michael) Herington, Gene M. Vandenberg II, Brenda (Jim) Terburg-Fawley, Thomas (Diane) Terburg and Sonya Terburg; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Ilah Bowen; sister-in-law, Delores (Tody) Vandenberg; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were, 1st spouse, Marilyn Vandenberg; sons, Gary and Paul Terburg; two grandchildren; two brothers; and one sister. Gene enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. He was an active member of the Kalamazoo Covenant Church and lifetime member of the NRA. Visitation will be Thursday the 15th from 6-8:00 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Comstock Chapel, 6121 King Hwy, Comstock . Services will be held on Friday, the 16t! h at 11:00 AM at the Kalamazoo Covenant Church, 5708 E. Main St., Kalamazoo, Rev John Kepler, officiating. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Kalamazoo Covenant Church, Hospice of SW Michigan or a charity of one's choice. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/14/2008. (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: MAUST, RECHE, GRIFFIN, DESY, LOTT, HARTLE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22796/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MAUST, Robert Norris Age 63 Of Fife Lake and Kalamazoo, MI Passed away May 9, the victim of an accidental drowning. He was born February 2, 1945 in Los Angeles, California to the late Irving Clayton "Bud" Maust and Glen Marie (Reche) Maust. Bob was a graduate of Grosse Ile High School, class of 1963, Michigan State University, class of 1967, where he was President of his senior class, and Wayne State University, where he received his Juris Doctorate in 1971. Bob loved to cook, garden, fish, read, listen to music and travel. He had been a member of a number of sports and service organizations, including Trout Unlimited and Rotary International. Bob was recently married, on December 31, 2007. He is survived by his wife and partner of 20 years, Gail Griffin, children Meredith (Hector) Hector and Michael Maust, the children of Julie Desy, as well as siblings Breon (Charles) Lott and Brian (Rita) Maust, step-mother Sara Maust, and step-sister Mary Jo (James) Hartle, in addition to many nieces and nephews. Bob worked in higher education f! or almost 40 years. Most recently he was the Coordinator for the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Chair of the Standing Committee on Substance Abuse at the University of Colorado-Boulder until his retirement in August of 2007. Previously, he served as the Vice President for Student Affairs at North Adams State College (now the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts), the Vice President of Student Affairs at Kalamazoo College, Dean of Students at Alma College and Dean of Students at Northern Michigan University. A public memorial service will be held Saturday, May 17, at the Kalamazoo Nature Center, 7000 N. Westnedge Avenue, from 10:00 AM to noon. Words of remembrance will begin at 11:00 AM. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 2300 Portage Road, Kalamazoo MI 49001 for Robert Maust to honor the memory of his father, Irving Clayton Maust. Visit http://robert-maust.last-memories.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/14/2008. (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: BILOTTA, HUITT, BURKE, BREINLINGER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22795/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BILOTTA, Arthur Arthur Bilotta went to be with the Lord on May 1, 2008 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He will be greatly missed and will remain in our hearts forever. Arthur was the beloved husband of Sally Huitt Bilotta for 52 years. Arthur leaves behind his two brothers, William and Joseph Bilotta; four children; 14 grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. His children and their spouses are, Bill and Dale Bilotta of Marietta, Georgia, Sally and Edward Burke of Temecula, California, Sandy and Arthur Breinlinger of Huntsville, Alabama and Arthur and Olga Bilotta of Melbourne, Florida. Arthur was born in Bayonne, New Jersey, to William (Vito) and Edith Bilotta. After graduation from high school, he joined the U.S. Navy and was a Sea Bee during the Korean Conflict. After completing his tour of duty, he went to the University of Miami where he met his wife, Sally Huitt. They were married in January of 1956. To support his family while going to school, Arthur worked as a Miami ! police officer. Upon graduating from Miami University he started his long and decorated career in aerospace that spanned from B-52's to NASA's inclusion of the Mercury and Space Shuttle programs. His first job after graduating was at Warner-Robbins Air Force Base. He worked as an Industrial Engineer for one of the first upgrades to the B-52. He then took a job with NASA at Cape Canaveral. After retiring from NASA, he could only stay out of aerospace a few years before accepting a position with Martin Marietta. This required him to move from Florida to California, where he worked on the west coast Space Shuttle program at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. Arthur was recruited to work for 'Vitro Aerospace Company' in Washington D.C., after retiring from Martin Marietta. Arthur worked with Vitro to increase safety in the space industry. After retiring from Vitro, he and his wife Sally moved back to Cocoa Beach, Florida. In 1991, they moved to Hendersonville, North Carol! ina to continue their retirement. Arthur was always involved in his co mmunity; He helped in many ways, from being a policeman to coaching little league teams, and even Guardian Ad Litem programs. Having played semi-pro baseball in his younger days, he loved and coached baseball for many years. He led his team to the playoffs almost every season. Arthur became president of the league and he convinced the city of Cocoa Beach to donate land for new fields. He personally created the layouts and all of the drawings to minimize the cost to the league and the city. He later worked as a Guardian Ad Litem representative where he became an advocate who represented the best interests of abused and neglected children. Arthur will be remembered as a man of great integrity who was devoted to his family. Arthur was well liked by all that he encountered, and he will be greatly missed by family and friends. His memorial service was held Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 11 AM at the First Presbyterian Church, in the Wing Chapel. Donations may be made to: Four Seasons ! Hospice and Palliative Care, 571 South Allen Rd., Flat Rock, NC 28731. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of the arrangements. An online register book is available at www.thosshepherd.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/14/2008. (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: THOMAS Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22794/mb.ashx Message Board Post: THOMAS, Elizabeth Moore Of Kalamazoo Our beloved "Gran" and "Big Ma Ma", entered into eternal rest on Monday May 12th, 2008. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 18, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Whitley Memorial Funeral Home Inc. Services will be held Monday May 19th, 2008 at 1:00 PM with a 12:00 noon family hour from the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Jeffrey Townsend officiating. Professional and Affordable services entrusted to: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 330 North Westnedge Ave. 269-488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com 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: STAMP, EVERETT Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22793/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STAMP, Helen L. Age 92 Of Kalamazoo Beloved wife of the late Alva J. Stamp; dear mother of Thomas (Barbara) Stamp and the late Suzanne Everett; dear grandmother of Dawn Everett, Jamie Stamp, Andrew Stamp, Kellie Stamp and Laura Stamp. Private services were held. Interment Mount Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements by the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, Waterford (248) 674-4181. 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: maryann_r12 Surnames: Hungerford Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22789.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I don't have any specific info on this family. John Hungerford lived near us at Eagle Lake, Texas Twp in the 1980's. I believe he taught at WMU. I believe he is deceased but the Kal. Public Library could help you with an obituary & descendants who could possibly connect to your family. 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: dolly68 Surnames: Willis-Barton Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22792/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Looking for a death record for Allen Willis. He lived in Climax Township in the 1860 Census along with wife Leonora and son Loren and daughter Anna. He wad discharged from the Civil War in 1865. I have not been able to find out when or where he died. His wife tried to file for a pension in 1880 under the name of Leonora Reed. She wad denied the pension. Any help would be appreciated. I suspect Allen died soon after the Civil War as he does not appear in the 1870 census. please contact Vicki at scribrace@yahoo.com Thanks 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.

Nancy, I don't know if this will help you...but I have a Hungerford Family in Onondaga County NY...part of the related Cooley family moved to Kalamazoo. Erasmus S Hungerford Born: 1830 , , New York Mary Ann Shattuck Born: 1 Jan 1832 , , New York Father: Henry Shattuck (1811 ) Mother: Mehetabel Knapp (18041840) Children 1 M Clarence Hungerford Born: 1861 2 M E Hobart Hungerford Born: Sep 1871 Spouse: Minnie G (1870 ) I have taken a few bits of info from the Fulton site.... http://www.fultonhistory.com/Fulton.html this is an indexed site of a lot of NY Newspapers. The people of the state of New York-To Romaine Peck, an heir-at-law and next of kin of Rosella Peck, a deceased sister of said Sarah F. Shattuck, deceased; Hobert Searle, an heir-at-law and next of kin of Dolly Searle, a deceased sister of said Sarah F. Shattuck, deceased; Charles Ashley, Jr., an heir-at-law and next of kin of Virginia Ashley, a deceased daughter of the said Dolly Searle, deceased; John Cooley, an heir-at-law and next of kin of Eliza Cooley, a deceased sister of said Sarah F. Shattuck, deceased; whose several places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry for that purpose be ascertained; Geraldine Lindsay of St. Louis, Missouri; Gertrude Ashley, Jennie Ashley, May Tryon, Susan Conger, Gertrude Ashley, George Ashley, Louisa Ashley, severally of Ogdensburg, N.Y.; Silas Cooley of Chicago, Illinois; Harriet Andry, Joseph Cooley, Mary Tryon, Susan Tryon, Mary Cooley and George Tryon, Jr., severally of Buffalo, N.Y.; Rosella Hoyt of Syracuse, N.Y.; Mary Sabine of Fulton, N.Y.; Silas Park, Ann Newell, Caroline Johnson, Gertrude Park, severally of Lafayette, N.Y.; Mary Keeler of Cortland, N.Y.; Frank Clark of Onondaga Castle, N.Y.; Helen Alexander of Tully, N.Y.; legatees, devisees, heirs-at-law and next of kin of Sarah F. Shattuck, late of the City of Syracuse, in the County of Onondaga, New York, deceased, greeting: Whereas, Mary A. Hungerford, the executrix named in a certain instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of said Sarah F. Shattuck, late of the City of Syracuse, in the County of Onondaga, and State of New York, deceased, and relating to both real and personal estate, has lately made application to the Surrogate's Court of our County of Onondaga, to have said instrument in writing proved and recorded as a will of real and personal estate; you and each of you are therefore hereby cited to appear before the Surrogate of the County of Onondaga, New York, at his office in the City of Syracuse, in the said County of Onondaga, New York, on the 13th day of June, 1894, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of that day, then and there to attend the probate of said will. In testimony whereof we have caused the seal of office of our said Surrogate to be hereunto affixed. Witness, Edgar P. Glass, Esquire. Surrogate of our said County of Onondaga, at the City of Syracuse, in said County, this 24th day of April, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and ninety-four. Edgar P. Glass, Surrogate. Erasmus Hungerford and Henry Shattuck also appeared in the Onondaga County History book. I have scans of these pages if you want them, I will email them to you. Scottie -----Original Message----- From: mikalama-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:mikalama-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of gc-gateway@rootsweb.com Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 7:22 AM To: MIKALAMA-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [MIKALAMA] Charles H. HUNGERFORD and Elizabeth Ann RITTER This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: sewnsewnan Surnames: Hungerford, Ritter Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.k alamazoo/22789/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am looking for information on this family, ancestors and descendants. This is what I know. Father: Charles H. HUNGERFORD Birth: abt. 1836 in NY Marriage: Unknown Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown Parents: Unknown Mother: Elizabeth Ann RITTER Birth: 04 Sep 1836 in PA Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown Parents: John RITTER and Elizabeth FISHER Children: 1. Simon HUNGERFORD Birth: Abt. 1859 in PA Marriage: Unknown Spouse: Unknown Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown 2. Birth: Herbert E. HUNGERFORD Marriage: Unknown Spouse: Unknown Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown I have this family in 1870 and 1880 Kalamazoo County Censuses. I am hoping to connect with other "cousins" and I'll be happy to share what info I have. Thank you in advance for any and all help in my continued search to unpuzzling our past. Nancy Ritter Rau Bunn, NC www.raufamily.net Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. 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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: NEWKIRK, VANBRUGGEN, HAMILTON, BARRON, TYLER, BUTCHER, KIDDER, RAMGREN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22791/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEWKIRK, Mr. William F. Of Comstock, MI Died Thursday evening, May 15, 2008. William was born April 2, 1934 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a son of Wilfred and Clara (VanBruggen) Newkirk. During the Korean Conflict he served with the U.S. Navy. He had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident and was employed with the James River Corporation for 34 years, retiring in 1992. Following his retirement, he worked at the Hoag-Switzer Funeral Home for 15 years. He also served as Captain with the Comstock Fire Department for 22 years and Assistant Chief with the Kalamazoo Township Lakewood Fire Station for eight years. He was a life member of the Comstock V.F.W. Post #6252. He also enjoyed his frequent trips to Meijer. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Wilfred "Sonny" Newkirk and two sisters, Anita Hamilton and Sadie Barron. On December 24, 1953, he was united in marriage to Edythe E. (Tyler) Newkirk, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Leslie (Daniel) Butcher of Otsego and Bradley Newkirk of New Orle! ans, LA; five grandchildren, Bree, Bryan, Brett, Blake and Tyler; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Elaine (Don) Kidder of Carsonville, MI and Trudy Ramgren of Kalamazoo; an aunt; several nieces, nephews, cousins and his cat, Max. A memorial service will be held 10:30 AM Wednesday at the First Freewill Baptist Church, 630 Moline St. Friends may meet the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorials may be directed to the Animals Best Friends Organization. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/17/2008. (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: DUBOIS, LANDI, BERTI Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22790/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DUBOIS, M. Elizabeth (Landi) Age 74 Of Portage Passed away on May 15, 2008 at Clare Bridge of Portage. Elizabeth was born on April 10, 1934, the daughter of Adolph and Emma (Berti) Landi. Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Raymond Dubois, whom she married in 1972. Also surviving are two step-sons, Raymond A. (Joy) Dubois, Jr. and Alan Dubois; five step-grandchildren and two nieces. Graveside Services will be held on Monday, May 19, 2008 at 11 AM in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Pastor Daniel Ferraz, officiating. Arrangements by the REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/17/2008. (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: sewnsewnan Surnames: Hungerford, Ritter Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22789/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am looking for information on this family, ancestors and descendants. This is what I know. Father: Charles H. HUNGERFORD Birth: abt. 1836 in NY Marriage: Unknown Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown Parents: Unknown Mother: Elizabeth Ann RITTER Birth: 04 Sep 1836 in PA Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown Parents: John RITTER and Elizabeth FISHER Children: 1. Simon HUNGERFORD Birth: Abt. 1859 in PA Marriage: Unknown Spouse: Unknown Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown 2. Birth: Herbert E. HUNGERFORD Marriage: Unknown Spouse: Unknown Death: Unknown Burial: Unknown I have this family in 1870 and 1880 Kalamazoo County Censuses. I am hoping to connect with other "cousins" and I'll be happy to share what info I have. Thank you in advance for any and all help in my continued search to unpuzzling our past. Nancy Ritter Rau Bunn, NC www.raufamily.net 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: ALLEN, NEPOTE, BARNES, STOGDELL, CARNEY, NEVINS, SLOMINSKI, CASPER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22788/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ALLEN, Geraldine V. Nepote Age 91 Of Kalamazoo, MI Formerly of Decatur, IL and Belmont, CA Passed away at 9:11 PM Wednesday, May 14, 2008 in Park Place Living Centre Kalamazoo, Michigan with her family by her side. A Celebration of Geraldine's Life will be at 11 AM Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home with Pastor Joel Ruppert officiating. Visitation will be from 10-11 AM Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment with "Flight Home" Ceremony will be in Graceland Cemetery. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan, www.hospiceswmi.com. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com. Geraldine, known as Jeri, was born March 21, 1917 in Roby, Illinois the ninth child of Benjamin Franklin and Hattie (Barnes) Stogdell. She was employed as a bookkeeper and cashier in the Safety Deposit Department at Millikin National Bank from 1965-1983. She was active in the St. Patrick's Home and School Association in Decatur and in California was a member of The Doll Club, a group that made handmade dolls and other crafts. Her interests included gardening, outdoor activities, and traveling. Jeri was known and loved for her sweet disposition and kindness to others. She married Joseph J. Nepote February 18, 1938. He preceded her in death on November 19, 1964. She then married Vern S. Allen in August 6, 1983. He preceded her in death on September 29, 2007. Surviving is her daughter Marijo Carney and husband John of Schoolcraft, Michigan; son Joseph J. Nepote II of Millbrae, California; step-children James Allen and wife Carol of Montrose, Colorado,! Judy Allen Nevins and husband Ken of Congress, Arizona, John Allen of Sherwood, Oregon, and Janiece Allen Slominski and husband Mike of Pollack Pines, California; sister Genevieve Casper of Roby, Illinois, three grandchildren, nine step-grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and nine step-great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Joseph, second husband Vern, one brother, and seven sisters. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/17/2008. (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: WOLFE, PAYNE, HARDEN, WARNER, KLEPPER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22787/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WOLFE, Kenneth R. Of Kalamazoo Ken passed away Friday afternoon, May 16, 2008 at Plainwell Pines Nursing Home. He was born October 30, 1922 in Oswego, NY, one of three children to John and Alice (Payne) Wolfe. Ken was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard serving during World War II. He was employed by Kalamazoo State Hospital for 34 years until his retirement in 1983. Ken umpired baseball for Kalamazoo City Leagues and Parchment Little League for 20 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, and summer vacations in Pentwater with family and friends. Ken was also a member of SERA and KPH Guild. On April 3, 1948, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth "Betty" Harden. Surviving are is wife of 60 years, Betty Wolfe; three sons, Richard Wolfe of Mattawan, James (Jane McDonagh) Wolfe of Richland, and Daniel (Sue Esman) Wolfe of Kalamazoo; six grandchildren, Kylee, Joshua, Amanda, Sean, Ashley, & Carlin; and one great-grandson, Micah. Preceding him in death were one son, Steven Wolfe;! his parents; and two sisters, Dorothy Warner, and JoAnne Klepper. Funeral services for Ken will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. with Pastor George Coon officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family from 5-8 PM on Monday at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Heartland Hospice. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/18/2008. (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.