Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10131 Surname: Jacobson, Folden, Ryan ------------------------- Spring Valley Sun, January 6, 1955 Jerry Jacobson Gurin Jerry Jacobson was born Jan. 20, 1864, in Alvdal, Norway, to Lars Jacobson and Marie Folden. He came with his parents to Spring Lake, Pierce County, WI in 1867, at the age of three. His young manhood was spent on the home farm, in logging camps and sawmills. He purchased a farm in 1893 which he worked for many years. In his declining years, he disposed of his property to his nephew Charles Jacobson, with whom he has since made his home. He died at the Menomonie Hospital from the effects of a stroke on Sunday, Dec. 26th, at the age of 90 years and 11 months. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Marie Folden of Mondovi and Mrs. Lena Ryan of Glenwood City, together with many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Services were held from the Spring Lake Church on Wednesday, December 29, with burial in Spring Lake Cemetery. Rev. Carsten Smeby, officiated. Contributed by Joe Waddell Link: Pierce County WIGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce/>

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10130 Surname: Jacobson, Evaska ------------------------- Spring Valley Sun, March 7, 1990 James Jacobson James "Jake" Jacobson, 57, of Rice Lake, died Monday at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., at Bethany Lutheran Church [Rice Lake] with Rev. Allen Schoonover officiating. Interment was at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in Spring Lake Cemetery in Spring Valley. Visitation was from 2 - 5 p.m. at Appleyard's Home for Funerals and for an hour prior to services at the church. Mr. Jacobson was born Jan. 20, 1933 at Spring Valley, where he attended school graduating from high school in 1949. He then attended UW-River Falls, graduating from there with a bachelor of arts degree. He received his master's degree from Colorado State University at Greeley. On May 31, 1958 he married Martha Evaska at Boyceville. Mr. Jacobson then taught music and was also in administration at the Turtle Lake High School. He and his wife have been residents of Rice Lake since 1970, where he had been instrumental instructor at the Rice Lake Middle School until the present. Mr. Jacobson was an Army veteran of the Korean conflict, a member of the Turtle Lake American Legion Post and Bethany Lutheran Church and a 31 year member of the Rice Lake Elks Lodge. He also played tuba in the university band, British Brass Band and other area bands. Surviving him are his wife, Martha of Rice Lake, and his father Henry of Elmwood. Contributed by Joe Waddell Link: Pierce County WIGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce>

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10129 Surname: Jacobson, Folden, Larson, Johnson, Reed, Wild, Schofield ------------------------- Spring Valley Sun, February 24, 1943 Jacob Jacobson Jacob Jacobson was born to Lars Jacobson and Marie Folden Dec. 30, 1855, in Lille Elvedalen, Norway. In 1867 he came with his parents, brothers and sisters to America, settling in the town of Spring Lake. In 1871 he was confirmed by Rev. O. J. Hogstad at the Rush River Lutheran Church. June 17, 1881, he married Kari Larson, also of Spring Lake. After their marriage, the young couple continued to live on the old farm where the family first settled. Nine children were born to them - four sons and five daughters - eight of whom survive: Marie (Mrs. Joe Johnson) of Elmwood; Laura (Mrs. Alvin Reed) of Los Angeles, CA; Charlie of Spring Lake, Ida at home; Julia (Mrs. George Wild) of Rock Elm; Arthur and Henry of Spring Lake; and Viola (Mrs. Herbert Schofield) of Cameron. Louis, the oldest of the children died in 1920. In 1927 Mr. Jacobson retired from the farm to take a well earned rest, not only from his farm, which under his management became one of the model farms of the community, but also from his other duties in the town of Spring Lake, where he served as treasurer for 27 years and besides held other positions of trust, such as membership of the board of directors of the State Bank of Elmwood for 15 years and a similar position in the Elmwood Co-operative Creamery for many years. In addition to these duties, he found time to serve the Spring Lake congregation as its faithful and efficient secretary for 47 years. Most of that time he also served as treasurer of the congregation, an office which he continued to hold for three years after resigning as secretary. Mr. Jacobson was in good health until five years ago, when a serious heart ailment developed at Luther hospital, where he was taken for a minor operation, in 1938. Since that time he has been in declining health. He was however, up and about practically every day until his last illness, which began with a slight stroke suffered on Jan. 14, followed by another stroke Feb 9; death came to him Feb. 15, at the advanced age of 87 years, 1 month and 16 days. Besides his wife and children he is survived by two sisters - Mrs. John Ryan of Glenwood City and Mrs. Peter Folden of Spring Lake; he also leaves a younger brother, Jerry of Spring Lake and 10 grandchildren, besides a host of more distant relatives. The funeral was held from the home and the Spring Lake Lutheran Church Feb. 18, with Rev. Berven officiating. Burial was made in the Spring Lake Cemetery. Contributed by Joe Waddell Link: Pierce County WIGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce>

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10128 Surname: Jacobson, Larson, Reed, Wild, Johnson, Schofield ------------------------- Spring Valley Sun, March 6, 1950 Ida Olea Jacobson Ida Olea Jacobson, 91, died Thursday, Feb. 28, 1980 at Sacred Heart Hospital, Eau Claire, WI., where she had been a patient the last two weeks. She was born Jan. 10, 1889 to the late Jacob and Kari (Larson) Jacobson in Spring Lake Township, Pierce Co., WI. She was baptized and confirmed in the Spring Lake Lutheran Church and was a lifelong member. She lived in Spring Lake Township until 1927 when she moved to Spring Valley with her parents, she resided here until she entered the Spring Valley Nursing Home 12 years ago. Preceding her in death were one sister Mrs. Alvin (Laura) Reed and two brothers Louie and Charles. Survivors are three sisters Mrs. George (Julia) Wild, and Mrs. Joe (Marie) Johnson both of Elmwood, WI and Mrs. Herbert (Viola) Schofield of Cameron, WI., two brothers Arthur and Henry both of Spring Valley, WI., 9 nephews and 1 niece and many friends. Visitation Saturday at Keehr Funeral Home, Spring Valley with funeral services Sunday, March 2, 1980 at Spring Lake Lutheran Church. Rev. James Gordon officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. Contributed by Joe Waddell Link: Pierce County WIGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce/>

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10127 Surname: Jacobson, Anderson, Folden, Ryan ------------------------- Spring Valley Sun, July 13, 1933 Hogan Jacobson Hogan Jacobson was born to Mr. and Mrs. Lars Jacobson Sept. 12, 1857, in Alvdal, Norway. He came to America with his parents in 1867 and located in the town of Spring Lake, where he lived until he reached manhood. For several years he worked at Wildwood and around Glenwood City. Some forty years ago he bought a farm in Spring Lake, which he owned at the time of his death. Mr. Jacobson was a single man; he made his home with his brother Jacob and family until they moved to Spring Valley, and since then he has lived with his nephews, Arthur and Henry, on the J. Jacobson farm. He had always enjoyed good health until a couple of years ago, when his strength began to fail and the extreme heat of the last three summers seemed to weaken him. He was, however, up and around until the very last. Wednesday morning, July 5, he suffered a heart attack from which he died. The funeral was held from the Jacobson home and the Spring Lake church Saturday, July 8, Rev. Berven officiating. Burial was made in the Spring Lake cemetery. He leaves two brothers - Jerry of Spring Lake and Jacob of Spring Valley; also three sisters - Mrs. Mary Anderson and Mrs. Peter Folden, both of Spring Lake, and Mrs. John Ryan of Glenwood City; besides a large number of nieces and nephews and many distant relatives. Contributed by Joe Waddell Link: Pierce County WIGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce>

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10125 Surname: Jacobson, Larson, Timm, Reed, Johnson, Wild, Schofield ------------------------- Spring Valley Sun, November 13, 1991 Henry Otto Jacobson Henry Otto Jacobson was born September 29, 1897, to Jacob and Kari (Larson) Jacobson in the Town of Spring Lake. He had been a resident of Heritage of Elmwood since July 1989, and passed away there on Thursday, October 31, 1991, at the age of 94 years. He was baptized and confirmed in the Spring Lake Lutheran Church where he remained a member until his death. He was united in marriage to Agnes Timm on June 22 of 1927 by the Rev. S. Berven. They lived on a farm on Norwegian Ridge all of their married life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes in March 1966, and son James in February, 1990. He was also preceded in death by brothers Louie, Charles, and Arthur; sisters Laura Reed, Marie Johnson, Ida Jacobson, Julia Wild, and Viola Schofield. Henry is survived by his daughter-in-law Martha Jacobson of Rice Lake, and by several nieces and nephews. Henry held several positions of leadership in the township and the church, and the Spring Lake Lutheran Cemetery Association. Contributed by Joe Waddell Link: Pierce County WIGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce>

Hello: Just wanted to thank all who responded to my query regarding the subject issue. Several have given me some good leads to follow up on. Will let you all know if they pan out. I will probably begin uploading Obituaries to the boards again by Thursday. As I said before, these by default go to this list as well. I will keep it to 20 or less per day to give everyone a chance to clean out their mail boxes before the next bout. I am nearly finished with the 1860 Federal Census Index, only have Pleasant Valley, River Falls and Trimbelle to go. The 1850 St. Croix index will take no time, it's a very small census. Also, look for the June PIPOST newsletter from the SCVGS. Moi (who is NOT an author) contributed a small article regarding the Pierce County WIGenWeb Project at the request of Nancy Hawkinson, the editor of the PIPOST. Could have gone on and on, but I checked myself. Perhaps this will bring more visitors and volunteers alike to the project. Thanks again for all your good suggestions, I hope to have something on both World Wars for you soon. Debbie Barrett County Coordinator Pierce County WIGenWeb Project http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce/

Am seeking to locate an obituary or newspaper blurb in any local newspaper in regards to Peder Nilsen Haugen - died August1896, (in possibly Martell) This is the father of Nils Pedersen Haugen the Wisconsin statesman. Peder Nilsen Haugen came to the US in 1856, and eventually settled in Martell. He brought with him, his wife and children. Members of the Rush River Lutheran Church, both Peder and wife buried there. Had 4 children. Thomas Nilsen Haugen came to the US in 1860 and settled in Pierce county. His wife was Aaste Karine Haugen buried in the Rush River Lutheran cemetery died 1871. One son, of Thomas Nilsen Haugen --- changed his name after his service in the 2nd MN Co E, during the Civil War to John Thompson. John Thompson married Aaste Marie Engrebretsen, at the Rush River Church in 1868 and moved to Gilman Township, where they had 11 children. Eventually moving on to Sawyer county in 1900, considered a pioneer of Seeley, Wi Another son, Erick Thomasen Haugen - bounced between using Thomasen and Haugen, for a surname. However eventually settled on the Haugen surname. Erick and his father, Thomas Nilsen Haugen moved onto Ashland county, Wi to Mellen, where they settled and became some of the founders of the Lutheran Church there in Mellen. The end June of this year, there is a celebration of the 100th anniversary of that church.........and a Haugen family reunion coinciding. I have copies of an old Norwegian family bible that shows the descendancy of John Thompson, through his father Thomas Nilsen Haugen. This bible lists Peder Nilsen Haugen as being born 9 Sept 1816. However, I can find no written proof that Peder Nilsen Haugen and Thomas Nilsen Haugen are in fact brothers. I am absolutely convinced by family stories handed down that there is a connection but, would like to find that elusive piece of information that would show them together. I don't know if it could be in Rush River church records, in a city directory, newspapers etc............. but, I don't have local access, being in CAlifornia. Perhaps an obituary would show that Peder was survived by his brother, Thomas?? That would sure help. So if anyone on the list has access to a newspaper, where they might look this up, I would sure appreciate it. I have managed to locate many descendants of the this Haugen family and just since March, my report has grown to over 87 pages of information. If anyone is interested, I will gladly share what I can. Pam Long Sacramento, CA

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Wi/Pierce/10137 Surname: JOSEPHSON ------------------------- HI Doug, Have you tried Ancestory.com site there are 7 listings for a Victor Josephson, one is Lincoln WI. Born 1887, May 27th, and died Dec 1972 also in Lincoln. I do not know if this is in Pierce County. These are in the social security search files. Most of the searching is FREE! Good Luck, Merideth

Hi: Does anybody on the list know where I can find the lists of men who served from Pierce County in WWI & II? Have been trying to locate them and cannot. Would like to place them online as well, along with their units if possible. Also, I will probably start placing obituaries online again the middle of next week. Hope you will all bear with me as this site grows once more. I am nearly finished with an every name index to the 1860 census and it will be online shortly. This will be searchable, but remember, try every conceivable spelling of your name you can to get the best results. Thanks, Debbie Barrett County Coordinator Pierce County WIGenWeb Project http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce/

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Wi/Pierce/10136 Surname: Victor Josephson ------------------------- I am looking for my grandmothers family. They lived in Unity WI. Came from Finland around 1890. Any information would be helpful. My grandmothers name was Hilda.

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/Pierce/10135 Surname: Stout, Brackin ------------------------- Seeking information on the families of John and Asenath Sabina Stout Brackin, m. 2/7/2876 in Ellsworth. I have the information from the History of Prescott, WI book.

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10124 Surname: TUBBS, O'DELL ------------------------- O'DELL (nee Tubbs), Vidle; 3 May 1996, Glastonbury, CT: Native of River Falls although not indicated in obit. "Died peacefully at Salmon Brook Care & Rehabilitation Center. Had lived in Glastonbury since 1943. In 1944 opened Glastonbury’s first nursery school at the Welles Village Community Hall. In the same year also started the first Cub Scout Pack in Glastonbury. In 1946 she and husband purchased the former Richard G. Williams estate at 388 Hubbard St. and established the Glastonbury Country Day School and the Hubbard Hill Day Camp. Aim was to “lead children toward an awareness and understanding of the world around them, coordinating and developing each child’s own interests through trips, dramatic play and creative art.” Both the school and camp were closed in 1979 when she retired. For some families three generations of children and parents had experienced her passion for teaching. Was active in the Glastonbury PTA during and after its fledgling years and an active supporter of the Glastonbury Grange. Graduated from the River Falls State Teachers College in Wisconsin and studied at Teachers’ College, Columbia University, NY, and Bureau of Educational Experiments, New York City. Prior to moving to Glastonbury she taught eight years in public schools and 13 years in private schools. A director and specialist at the Manhasset Bay School at Port Washington, L. I. ,NY, and taught science and nature study at the Rosemary and Greenwich, CT, Country Day School. Survived by three sons, and three daughters-in-law, (names removed, still living) five granchildren; and four great grandchildren. Service May 20 1996, 6 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, Main St., Glastonbury. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Vi O’Dell Teacher’s Scholarship Fund, Glastonbury High School, 330 Hubbard St., Glastonbury, 06033"

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Biographies Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/PierceBios/10003 Surname: TUBBS, POTTS ------------------------- Marriage announcement-source unknown: "Married Tubbs-Potts-At the residence of the bride's parents June 12, 1894, by Rev. L. Reynolds, Willard E. Tubbs of River Falls, Wis. and Miss Lucy A. Potts of Redfield, South Dakota. -The bridegroom is an energetic young business man of this place highly esteemed for unblemished character and integrity. The bride is an accomplished young lady, a successful teacher, a niece of Mrs. Amelia Carson of Maiden Rock. It is the sincere wish of the many friends of this worthy young couple that their lives may be replete with happiness."

Today is the day we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us. They went to war to preserve our union and our freedom. Take a moment to remember those in your family who have served their country, past and present, and honor their memories. I was sent this on another list and wanted to pass it along. In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Debbie Barrett County Coordinator Pierce County WIGenWeb Project http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce/

Hello: The 1850 & 1860 St. Croix and Pierce County Census' are now online. You can access them through the "Census" link on the main page. I am working on an every name index to each now, but in the meantime you can still use the HOH index provided. Much appreciation goes to Nick Schommer who contributed these materials to the site, and to SK Publications for donating them to the USGenWeb archives. This is what I hope to do for the 1900 Census and later, as well. If you still haven't contributed but would like to, visit SK Publications page. The URL is on the Census page. Thanks again Nick. This is a great boon to the site and free genealogy on the internet! Debbie Barrett County Coordinator Pierce County WIGenWeb Project http://www.rootsweb.com/~wipierce/

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/Pierce/10133 Surname: ------------------------- I do have some pictures of the poor farm if you are interested in seeing them. I have one from 1900 (not a good one)and some from now. Its all boarded up and I heard its going to be made into a bed and breakfast. I can email them if you like.

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/Pierce/10132 Surname: Coon ------------------------- I am looking for information about Mary Coon Chambers born 1876-1877 in Pierce Co. Parents were Rufus and Susan Coon. Have information that she was born in Pierce Co.They were living in the Spring Lake Township for the 1880 Census. Any furthure information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time. James Tompkins Portland, Oregon

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/Wi/Pierce/10131 Surname: Almquist, Johnson, Olofsson, Wennenberg ------------------------- My great grandfather also died in the county home you are referencing. I have no information as to where information might be found, but if you get any information I would appreciate hearing from you. Thanks. Sharon

Posted on: Pierce Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Wi/PierceObits/10123 Surname: Powers ------------------------- Dodge County Pionier, Friday, 21 December 1906, page 16 (translated from German) The wife of John Powers, earlier a resident of Dodge County, died on December 2nd at her home in Ellsworth, Pierce Co., Wis. The deceased was a sister to Mrs. David Powers, formerly of Brown's Corners. [Note: I am not personally researching this surname.]