Christopher LANCE (b ca 1749 probably in Sussex Co NJ, d 2 Nov 1824 in Jefferson Co, OH) m Sarah JOHNSON (b ca 1751 probably NJ, d 10 Mar 1833 in Wayne Co OH) on 5 May 1778 in Sussex Co, NJ. This family removed to OH ca 1795. Looking for parents and siblings of Christopher and Sarah. Christopher may have been born in Germany. Some of Christopher's descendants later change the surname spelling to LANTZ which was belived to be the original spelling.

Can anyone correctly identify the William listed below? Abbott assigned him to William Ennes Cortright (along w/ my John) however that was also incorrect. William Ennes Cortright's son was born 1777. Willliam & Catrina are found in the Machackemack RDC, Port Jervis, Orange Co., NY records. Thanks, Cindy 1 William Cortright, Jr b: Abt. 1766 .. +Cattrina Helm b: Jul 1, 1768 Orange Co.,NY m: Aug 2, 1787 Port Jervis RDC, NY Father: Jacob HELM Mother: Helena VAN ETTEN . 2 Samuel Cortright b: Jan 2, 1789 Orange Co., NY . 2 Hester Cortright b: Oct 19, 1790 Port Jervis, Orange Co.,NY . 2 Joannes Cortright b: Oct 8, 1793 Orange Co., NY

All of these families are together in the early RDC records in the Minisink area pre-1800. About 1797-1800 many of them migrated to the Ohio River Valley area. My John Courtright, Jacob Figley & Abraham Westfall went to the Pittsburgh, PA area & then in 1818 moved across the OH state line into Columbiana/Jefferson co., OH. They all lived near each other but I can find no documents to prove a relationship. I have a few strays, other than my John, that I can't connect. Found in the 1850 Carroll Co., Oh census, along w/ John Courtrights daughter Rebecca Courtright Kelly, is the following FIGLEY family: Joseph age 47 born PA, Sarah age 46 PA, Elizabeth 23 PA, Joseph 21 PA, Sarah J. 19 PA, Mary A. 17 PA, Matilda 15 OH, all the rest OH, William 13, Maria 11, Ellen 11, John J. 9, Robert 7 & George 4. Next door is : Andrew Figley age 24 PA, Eliza 21 OH, Theresa 1 OH. Eliza is Eliza WESTFALL, d/o Levi Westfall & Nancy Maxwell, Levi was the s/o Abraham Westfall & Blandina VAN ETTEN. Abraham & Blandina had 12 children & I have his information, to which I am grateful to all who have helped with that lineage. One daughter Naomi married Thomas SERGENT. I believe they are the parents of Mary Sergent b. 1826 & married 1844 to William COURTRIGHT s/o John Courtright & Mary CLARK. If anyone can help straighten these folks out I would appreciate any help or clues. How does Joseph FIGLEY b. 1803 relate to Jacob Figley who died c1821 in Washington Co., PA? If my John Cortright is the s/o John Cortright & Susanna KITTLE (who was bap. 1780 in the Machackemack RDC) all these folks would be his cousins. Thanks again! Cindy Cindy Torres Owens cindyo@va.prestige.net http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/o/w/e/Cindy-L-Owens/index.html

Hi, Folks.... I've added the above cemetery, located in Harmony, Warren County, to my web site. You can see this listing at http://raub-and-more.com/calvarycem.html. Jan Reuther -- http://RAUB-and-more.com --

Sent: Tuesday, October 03, 2000 9:26 AM Subject: Cole , Courtrights & Clarks in Wallpack, Sussex co., NJ > Thanks to all who have replied. I now know who Abraham COLE was : bap. > 4/6/1781 Wallpack to Andries Cole & 2nd wife Christina Kermer. That was a typo, it should read Apr 6, 1761. sorry about that! Cindy Cindy Torres Owens cindyo@va.prestige.net http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/o/w/e/Cindy-L-Owens/index.html

Thanks to all who have replied. I now know who Abraham COLE was : bap. 4/6/1781 Wallpack to Andries Cole & 2nd wife Christina Kermer. Deborah was Deborah CLARK, d/o Mathias CLARK. She married 2nd in 1799 to Cornelius ENNES. However I still don't know who Isaac Courtright was or who Sarah CLARK belongs to. Below is the will of Abraham Cole again & the will of Mathias Clark. Thanks, Cindy CLARK, Mathias of Sandyston. 1302S - W. 21 Feb 1812; Filed 11 Mar 1812. Sons: Bethuel, Calvin and Luther. Daughter: Deborah w/o Cornelius ENNES. Others: Gr-sons, Aaron CLARK and Jeptha CLARK. Executor: Son, Luther CLARK. Witnesses: Samuel Jno. FIELD, Isaac CARMER and Anna PROBASCO. COLE, Abraham of Wallpack. 767S - W. 27 Sep 1797; Filed 27 Jun 1798. Wife: Deborough. Others: Neice, Sarah CLARK; nephew, Abraham JAMASON; brother, Isaac COLE; brother, Jacob COLE; Abraham JAMISON (rel not stated). Executors: Wife, Deborah COLE and brother, Jacob COLE. Witnesses: Lewis FORTNER, Isaac COURTIGHT and Jacob ROSENCRANCE.

Hi, folks.... I've added this Cemetery to my web site. You can see it at http://raub-and-more.com/montana.html. Jan Reuther -- http://RAUB-and-more.com --

Sussex Independent, Nov. 21, 1902: "Obadiah Pellet, 3d, Jr., formerly of this county, died at his home at Pompton, NJ on Saturday last, November 15th. Deceased was a son of the late Obadiah Pellet, of Newton, and a grandson of Obadiah Pellet, of Papakating. He was born October 20th, 1828, in Frankford township and was in his 75th year. He was the oldest of four children, all of whom are now dead with the exception of Mrs. Martha J. Armstrong, wife of Thomas Armstrong of this town. The other children were Oakley B. of Chicago, and William, for many years a resident of Newton. He was twice married, his first wife being Emma J., daughter of the late Dr. John Beach, of Branchville. Two children, John B. and Eva J. of Dover, NJ. His second wife was Catharine Jarvis, who with two children, George and Joseph, still survive him. They reside at Pompton Plains. Mr. Pellet was well and favorable known in this county, where the greater part of his life was passed. The funeral was held at Pompton Plains, on Tusday, November..." Sorry, but that was all I got of this obit. However, it should be helpful to someone. Mona in Indiana

Sussex Independent, Nov. 21, 1902: "The Middletown Argus of last Friday night says: Slyvester R. Giveans passed away at his home, 146 Academy Avenue, Thursday morning, in his sixty-seventh year. He is survived by one daughter and two sons, Miss Kate M., and Elroy, at home and W. Frank of New Vernon. Mr. Giveans married Mary E. Hunt, December 15, 1859. She died April 23, 1899. He is survived by three brothers and four sisters: Samuel R., of East Orange, NJ; Nicholas R. of Warwick, NY; John, of New York city; Mrs. Charles Rhodes of California, Mrs. Job Woodruff and Mrs. Elizabeth Drew, of New York city and Mrs. Clark Lane, of Newton, NJ. In his early years he carried on a grocery store at Vernon, NJ and later engaged in the cattle business which he carried on for thirty-four years. For twenty-one years he had his yards on the Dolsontown road near this city. Four weeks ago Mr. Giveans and his daughter returned from New Mexico, where they spent some time in the vain hope that the change of climate would restore Mr. Giveans to health. Mr. Giveans had a wide acquaintance throughout all this section and was estemmed by all who knew him. He was honorable in his buriness dealings and leaves behind him the priceless heritage of a blameless reputation."

Hello everyone, I would like to start off by saying that these are not mine and I have no vested interest in them. I was searching ebay and found a number of letters, etc for the Johnston/Johnson family. The seller had taken the time to post what was contained in some of the papers via the ebay description, along with a number of the names from them as well. Letters... http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=452466258 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=451479343 Power of Attorney... http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=451501873 As always I hope this helps you in your research. ---Mark http://home.att.net/~mforder ...Images of late 1800's Sussex County papers

Can anyone identify the folks from the will below, thank you. Cindy COLE, Abraham of Wallpack. 767S - W. 27 Sep 1797; Filed 27 Jun 1798. Wife: Deborough. Others: Neice, Sarah CLARK; nephew, Abraham JAMASON; brother, Isaac COLE; brother, Jacob COLE; Abraham JAMISON (rel not stated). Executors: Wife, Deborah COLE and brother, Jacob COLE. Witnesses: Lewis FORTNER, Isaac COURTIGHT and Jacob ROSENCRANCE. http://www.gate.net/~pascalfl/wlabco.html

Sussex Independent, Friday, 15 November 1901: "Mrs. Martha (Roe) GARRISON, wife of our aged and esteemed citizen, Simeon Garrison, died at her home in this borough at 8:43 on Wednesday night of this week. Mrs. Garrison was born December 23, 1830 near Liberty Corner and was a daughter of John J. and Sarah Roe. She was united in marriage to Simeon Garrison on December 29, 1853. The greater part of their married life was spent in the Clove Valley, where for more than thirty years they occupied the John Cooper farm, now occupied by their son John. They removed to this borough about twelve years ago. Besides her husband, the deceased is survived by two children: Mrs. Emmet Wilson, living near this town, and John, residing in the Clove, as above stated. She is also survived by one brother, Jacob D. Roe of Paterson, and one sister, Miss Hattie Roe, of this borough. Mrs. Garrison was a highly respected lady, a good mother and a devoted wife. She was a member of the M. E. Church of this town for more than twenty years. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning, at the house, at 11 o'clock. Interment in the Papakating cemetery."

Sussex Independent, Fri., Feb. 6, 1903: "Thomas Chamberlain died at his home in Waverly, Pa., Jan. 25th, 1903, aged ninety-two years. He went to Pennsylvania forty-eight years ago, and was one of the oldest men in Lackawanna county. Death was due to old age and general debility. Mr. Chamberlain was of New Jersey stock, having been born in Deckertown in 1811. His sturdy manhood and great strength of character won for him many firends. He was twice married, his wives being sisters, Misses Lucinda and Harriet Nanny of Amity, Orange county, NY. By his first wife he had four children: Delliker of Leadville, Colo.; Whitfield of Amity, NY; Mrs. Wheeler of Red Bank, NJ; and Mrs.J. C. Reynolds of Waverly, Pa. By his second wife he had one daughter, Mrs. Elmer Dean, who died leaving a daughter, who resides at Waverly. He had been ill for more than a year. Mr. Chamberlain had been a member of the Presbyteriean Church for many years, and his life ahd been one of strictest honesty and uprightness. The flickering flame of life had remained lighted more than ninety years, and as the shadows of death crept over him he placed his trust in Him whom he had served so long and so faithfully, and smiled as the end came. Interment was in Hickory Grove Cemetery, at Waverly, Pa."

Sussex Independent, Friday, Feb. 6, 1903: "Mary (Parcel) Havens, widow of the late Samuel S. Havens, died at the home of her brother, Simeon, where she has resided for the past 13 years, on Tuesday of this week. Mrs. Havens was in her 58th year. Her husband died about fourteen years ago. Deceased is survived by two children, Samuel S. Havens, Jr., and Ella D., both of whom reside at home. She is also survived by two brothers, Simeon, of this town and Amzie, of Newton, and four sisters, Anna, wife of William Adams, of Stillwater; Harriet, wife of William Miller, of Newton; Sarah, wife of Samuel Wilson, of Hamburg; Phila, wife of James T. McCoy of near Goshen, NY. The funeral will be held at 11 o'clock Friday, at the house. Interment at Papakating."

Sussex Independent, Friday, May 2, 1902: "From our Unionville Correspondent: "Grinnell VanGelder died at his home near Unionville on Saturday evening last, after a brief illness of apoplexy, aged 61 years and 16 days. He was stricken Friday noon. Deceased was an honest and upright citizen, honored and esteemed by all who knew him. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Hardin and Mrs. John Randolph, both of Wantage. Funeral services were held at the house Tuesday, conducted by Rev. Mr. Bristow, of Sussex, of whose church he was a member. Interment in the Papakating cemetery."

Sussex Independent, April 20, 1900: "James Cole, Jr., died at the home of his son Martin at Hainesville, on Wednesday, aged about 79 years. Mr. Cole was a farmer by occupation till the infirmities of age caused him to relinquish it, since which time he has lived with his son, Martin. He is survived by three sons and two daughters: Isaac, of this town; Solomon, of Scranton; William of Port Jervis; Mrs. Sarah Depue, of Hainesville, and Mrs. T. Vail, of Coleville. The funeral services will be held to-day (Friday) at 10 a.m. Interment at Hainesville cemetery." "Mrs. Joshua Harden died at her home near Baver Run on Thursday morning April 12th, aged 67 years. Mrs. Harden was highly esteemed and had a large circle of friends who will miss her pleasant address and genial manner. She is survived by her husband, and one brother, Mr. J. S. Hiles, and one sister, Mrs. Congleton. The funeral services were held at the Baptist church of Hamburg on Sunday last. Interment at Papakating Cemetery."

>From Sussex Independent, April 20, 1900: "Mrs. Savilla Everitt, wife of Robert H. Everitt, of Layton, died early on Sunday morning last, aged 65 years. Deceased had been sick only a few days, and was not thought to be as low as she really was, and died so quietly that the watchers were unaware of the fact that she had passed away. Modest and unassuming, she dispensed her charity with lavish hand, and no application ever met refusal from her hand. She leaves two children, Mary Frances, wife of L. T. Smith of Layton, and J. Elmer, at home. Interment in Laurel Grove cemetery on Tuesday."

Sussex Independent, Friday, June 6, 1902: "Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Miss Alberta Erdman Waddington, daughter of Mr. John F. Waddington, and Mr. Edgar Arlington Lateer, all of Sussex. The wedding will occur at the home of Mr. Waddington, on Main Street at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18th."

Sussex Independent, Friday, June 6, 1902: "A very pretty June wedding occurred at the pleasant farm home of Mrs. Mary E. Giveans, in Vernon township, on tuesday afternoon of this week, when her daughter, Miss Julia Longwell Giveans was united in matrimony to Edward Herrick Fields of Yonkers, NY. The ceremony was performed at one o'clock by Rev. Austin E. Armstrong of the Vernon M. E. Church, in the presence of about fifty guests. The bride's dress was crepe de chine and white silk, with tulle veil and orange blossoms, and she carried a bouquet of white roses. The bridesmaid was Miss Katherine Kellogg of New York, and the groom's best man was Howard Rushmore, also of New York. The wedding march was played by Miss Emma Couse, of Hamburg. After the ceremony and congratulations an elaborate wedding dinner was served in courses. Mr. and Mrs. Fields took an evening train from Goshen for an extended wedding tour, after which they will reside in Yonkers, where the groom, who is an insurance broker with offices in New York, has had furnished a handsome home."

I accidently deleted a bunch of emails, one in particular I was looking for concerned Phineas WELLS. I can't remember which list this was on so please forgive the multiple posting. I would like to know if he is the Phenes WELLS listed in the Machemack RDC records w/ a wife Appolonia Kittle. If so was she the d/o Abraham K. & Christina Westfall? Did Phineas Wells migrate southwestward w/ the Kittles, Westfalls , Figleys & Courtrights? thank you, Cindy Torres Owens cindyo@va.prestige.net http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/o/w/e/Cindy-L-Owens/index.html