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Seeking information about Elizabeth "Betsy" WARREN, born approx. 1840, 1st wife of David GIBSON of N.Crosby Twnship. David & Betsy lived near Devil Lake in Bedford Township. Their Family: Jim, Mary, David, Warren, Almyra, Libby, Fanny, John, and Alfred GIBSON, + Emmeline & Benjamin WARREN Need family details re Betsy's parents. Some children died young; Betsy died mid-1870s; where are they buried? Need details regarding the 2 WARREN children. Ben known as Ben GIBSON in later years. David GIBSON remarried and had several more children. Information regarding 1st family, and early years in Bedford appreciated.
Barbara Gibson <gibsonb@post.queensu.ca>
Kingston, Ont Canada - Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 04:59:08 (EDT)
I am searching for Wilson Bearss and his wife Jane Talbot that migrated from West Nissouri Twp. to Sanilac Co. Mich. I find a Wilson Bearss in the census of l87l but nothing of the family or parents.
Marvin Staplin <mgstaplin@earthlink.net>
Venice, FL US - Friday, August 27, 1999 at 09:51:51 (EDT)
I'm looking for someone who can help me trace my paternal grandfather,Emil Roy,born 1860,married Josephine PronovostOct.15,1888.They had four children born in Kingston,Ross,Hubert,Harald,and Jeanne.The family immigrated to the US in 1902,and settled in Wisconsin
Clarence C.(Bud) Roy <croy824353@aol.com>
Virginia Beach, Va. US - Monday, August 23, 1999 at 10:26:05 (EDT)
SULVER, HUNSAKER/HUMSAKER Searching for any info on George Michael SULVER, b. "near Kingston" abt 1822. It is believed that his mother's maiden name may have been HUNSAKER or HUMSAKER. George Michael SULVER m. Mary McCall WALKER in Sangamon Co., IL in July 1843 and they settled in Illinois. Any info or guidance appreciated.
Debbie Moore <boomerdkm@aol.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Monday, August 23, 1999 at 05:13:41 (EDT)
DONALDSON - ARMSTRONG Searching for information about family of Margaret Catherine Adelaide DONALDSON b. 25 Feb 1874, Kingston, Ontario Her parents were Robert E. DONALDSON, born Ireland and Sarah Jane ARMSTRONG, b. 1836 Joyceville, Frontenac, Ontario. Robert and Sarah were married 1856 Pittsburg, Frontenac, Ontario Any information about these people and their families will be greatly appreciated.
Ted V. LaRue <tlarue@ao.net>
Orlando, FL USA - Sunday, August 22, 1999 at 00:08:49 (EDT)
DONALDSON - ARMSTRONG Searching for information about family of Margaret Catherine Adelaide DONALDSON b. 25 Feb 1874, Kingston, Ontario Her parents were Robert E. DONALDSON, born Ireland and Sarah Jane ARMSTRONG, b. 1836 Joyceville, Frontenac, Ontario. Robert and Sarah were married 1856 Pittsburg, Frontenac, Ontario Any information about these people and their families will be greatly appreciated.
Ted V. LaRue <tlarue@ao/net>
Orlando, FL USA - Sunday, August 22, 1999 at 00:08:01 (EDT)
Seeking information on the family of William Gunn Jr., son of William Gunn Sr. (1816-1894) and Susan Douglas (1819-1891) of Kingston. William Sr. had immigrated to Kingston in 1836 and became involved in Kingston life. A son, Donald was born to William and Susan in 1844, and died as an infant there. In 1848, John was born to this couple and about 1852, another son, William Jr. was born. Willim Sr. and Susan moved their family to Inverhuron in Bruce County where William was Reeve, and in 1861, Census Commissioner for Bruce County. William Sr. later became Clerk of Surrogate Court in Walkerton. William Jr. returned to Kingston and was living there at the time of his parents' and brother's deaths in 1890s. He is believed to have lived in Portsmouth. Looking for any information regarding the family of William Jr. Willing to share extensive family history on the Gunn families.
Carol Small <rsmall@wwdc.com>
Denfield, ON Canada - Thursday, August 19, 1999 at 09:02:22 (EDT)
Seeking information on the family of William Gunn Jr., son of William Gunn Sr. (1816-1894) and Susan Douglas (1819-1891) of Kingston. William Sr. had immigrated to Kingston in 1836 and became involved in Kingston life. A son Donald was born to William and Suan in 1844, and died as an infant there. In 1848 John was born to this couple and about 1852, another son William Jr. was born. Willim Sr. and Susan moved their family to Inverhuron in Bruce County where William was Reeve, and in 1861, Census Commissioner for Bruce County. William Sr. later became Clerk of Surrogate Court in Walkerton. William Jr. returned to Kingston and was living there at the time of his parents' and brother's death in 1890s. He is believed to have lived in Portsmouth. Looking for any information regarding the family of William Jr. Willing to share extensive family history on the Gunn families.
Carol Small <rsmall@wwdc.com>
Denfield, ON Canada - Thursday, August 19, 1999 at 08:59:34 (EDT)
CONROY: Searching for Edward 'Ned' CONROY, b. abt. 1833 in Dalhousie Twp., Lanark Co., Ontario. Son of Edward CONROY & Rosann SHIELDS. Edward married Agnes CROSBIE July 11, 1872 in Perth, Lanark Co. Ontario. Agnes b. bet. 1832 - 1842, daughter of Samuel CROSBIE and Jane DAROU. Edward & Agnes lived in Oso Twp., Frontenac Co. according to the 1891 Census of Oso Twp., Frontenac Co. I am interested in what family they had and any other information. Your help would be greatly appreciated.
LYNDA J CONROY KARHUKANGAS <karhukan@dowco.com>
Chilliwack, BC Canada - Thursday, August 19, 1999 at 05:05:35 (EDT)
I would like information on a John Stewart who was born in 1874 and died in 1935. He is buried within the Stanger plot in the Sydenham Cemetary, Loughborough Twp. He is my great grandfather and I do not have too much information on him ie. where he was born , what year he was married. All I do know is that he had three daughters one was born in 1908, one in 1912 and another in 1914. Also in 1914 his wife Nellie (VanKoughnet) Stewart died, she is buried in Watertown, New York. If anyone has information on John Stewart I would greatly appreciate it.
Sheila Roberts <scroberts@bc.sympatico.ca>
Ont, Canada - Wednesday, August 18, 1999 at 10:23:20 (EDT)
Frontenac County Searching for individuals with last name of TSCHAPRAN, CZAPRAN, of CHAPRAN that may have come over from Germany in the 1950's or Sudova Thank You
Ilona Metcalf <mqh2o@azstarnet.com>
Sahuarita, Az United States - Wednesday, August 18, 1999 at 04:35:49 (EDT)
Looking for Thomas Gillispie SMITH died in Kingston, Ontario after 1900. Was born Eckelfekle, Scotland prior to 1855. Was a Presbyterian minister and a professor at Queens College (now University) in Toronto. Known to be at Queens College in 1898. My husband is a descendant of the son, John Stewart MacDonald SMITH who attended Queens University and the Toronto Veterinary School. Interested in any response relating to this family.
Beverly Smith <smithtg@dhc.net>
- Monday, August 16, 1999 at 11:46:40 (EDT)
EVES; We are looking for information in regards to the family of Daniel Eves and wife Mary nee McFaden. there was a previous query submitted on Oct.17,1998. I am hoping that somebody that has not seen that query may just see this one and offer us some info. The Eves family resided in Kingston> they had sons,Mark,James,Harry and Leo who was killed in action in WW1.The daughters were An Cecelia, Ellen and Rose.If there is anybody that can help us out it will be appreciated. Leo J. Eves.
Leo J. Eves <ljeves@NETCOM.CA>
Dundas, On Canada - Thursday, August 12, 1999 at 09:53:16 (EDT)
Seeking info on WRIGHT family from Kingston/Frontenac area. John Alexander Wright (Immigrated from Ireland 1839) m. Alice Dunn. Eight children - of these I only know of William Wright (b. 11/29/1842 and m. Rhoda Ann ORSER, daughter of John ORSER & Elizabeth Cranston). Possible Sibling Arthur Wright. William & Rhoda emigrated to Shiawassee Cty, Michigan, USA.
Terry Wright <tmontew@aol.com>
Essex , VT USA - Tuesday, August 10, 1999 at 10:49:40 (EDT)
Ida Bell GRANT B: 25 April 1886 Oso, Canada M: Evelyn MacPherson F: John Breck GRANT how can I get records on them
Carolyn J. Danford <gekie95662@aol.com>
Orangevale, CA USA - Tuesday, August 10, 1999 at 10:12:52 (EDT)
Searching for family histories in the Plevna, Ontario area. Names include BALDWIN, Benjamin--WHITE, William married to Charlotte Baldwin--WHITE, William married to Eva Mae KRING--KRING (parents of Eva Mae unknown). Any leads may be helpful.
Brenda Dale <brdale@escape.ca>
Manitoba Canada - Sunday, August 08, 1999 at 12:53:03 (EDT)
Looking for other people with a Howe from Frontanac Canada. I believe my James and William were born in early 1800's. They located to NY with their wives about 1848. Hope to get a response.
JLHowe <jerryhowe@hotmail.com>
Arkport, NY USA - Sunday, August 08, 1999 at 05:31:03 (EDT)
Searching for details of Rev Samuel FEAR and wives Elizabeth GALE/GAIL and Ann HAUGH. He is on 1871 census Storrington Frontenac. Wesleyan and farmer. Already have burial and descendants through son Edward. Seeking church service records and other descendants.
Rev Jane Harris <janeharris@tinyonline.co.uk>
Swanwick, UK - Tuesday, August 03, 1999 at 07:14:29 (EDT)
Seeking information on the following families who came from the area around Clarenceville, Quebec to Loughborough Township in the early to mid 1800s: Hezekiah SEARS (b)1800 and wife Lavina VANVOLKINGBURG Asa PIXLEY (b)1780 and wife Mary NICHOLS Henry CHILTON (b)1809 and wife Angeline PIXLEY Clarke NICHOLS (b)1786 and wife Marion _____ William SEARS (b)1802 and wife Margaret NUTT David VANVOLKINGBURG (b)1810 and wife Lucy MILLER
Diane Brigode <bdbrigode@worldnet.att.net>
Northglenn, CO USA - Monday, August 02, 1999 at 22:58:48 (EDT)
I am looking for a marriage date for Charles Joyner and Maria. They were married about 1834 in Kingston Township, Frontenac County. Also does anyone have a surname for Maria(Marie)?
Charles Haight <cahaight2@hotmail>
Belfair, WA USA - Sunday, August 01, 1999 at 14:07:35 (EDT)
John GEE and Hannah EVIDON resided initially in New York State, probably Jefferson County. They then moved to Wolfe Island, Frontenac County where they lived on the 7th Concession until about 1870. Any information on this GEE line would be appreciated.
Claude Smith <claude.smith@sympatico.ca>
Cambridge, ON Canada - Sunday, August 01, 1999 at 02:30:30 (EDT)
WOODCOCK, Jacob. Parents Abraham and Frankia Woodcock. I am looking for information relating to the birth of Jacob. His siblings were baptised in Fredericksburgh(St Paul's Church by Rev. John Langhorn.) The family moved to Loughborough probably around 1813 when Jacob was born, but I cannot find any baptisms for that area. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers, Steve
Steve Watson <sdwatson@sympatico.ca>
Orleans, On Canada - Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 23:03:27 (EDT)
I am looking for any information about my family that came from Ireland to Frontenac County from 1842 to 1856 I have found some information from 2 cencus and some burial site information...my Great great grandfather was John Bruce who had 8 children his wife died somewhere between the years 1858 and 1861 when the cencus was taken...I would love to be able to get more info on the family and relatives that may be in that area now...my great grandfather James Bruce came to Michigan in 1882 where he worked over 350 acres for two years and then bought the land where my grandfather and father were born...the land and home he built still remains in the family....below is a list of just a few of the records I would like to know about: Marriage of James Bruce and Agnus Redmond in 1875/1876 Death of wife Mrs John Bruce who was born in Ireland..died between 1858-1861..I do not know her name Passenger list info on immigration on Bruces around 1840 or so and lists on people immigration around 1853 to 1856 for the REDMOND family I need to find out where they came from in Ireland... This is a very basic start....I would also like to know how I can get information on birth certificates for my great great aunts and uncles born in Frontenac county from 1842 to 1856....for the REDMONDS and the BRUCES..THEY were living in Storrington, Pittsburg, and Kingston Ontario Any help or info would be greatly appreciated Sincerely,Lisa Bruce Czarnecki P.S.The Redmond family in 1861 William and Mary were also my great great Grandparents from Ireland
Lisa Elaine Bruce Czarnecki <jczar@mindspring.com>
Winston Salem, NC USA - Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at 23:46:16 (EDT)
This site is for Garrow/Garreau/Garraw family of Howe Island in Saint Laurence River and origional from Montreal area. http://millennium.fortunecity.com/ruthven/123/boltfamilyinmerton.html
Dick Bolt <dickbolt@his.com>
Bowie, MD USA - Wednesday, July 21, 1999 at 03:44:26 (EDT)
I am interested in connecting with other researchers who are looking into the extensive Barr and Stinson clans of former Bedford Township, Frontenac County. My great-grandmother was Sarah Barr, daughter of William Barr and Sarah Stinson from County Tyrone Ireland.
Susan Warren <synrec@king.igs.net>
Elgin, ON Canada - Monday, July 19, 1999 at 00:54:39 (EDT)
Searching for information on descendants of Denis MAHONEY, wife Johanna , children, Ellen, John, Mary, Bridget, Margaret, Johanna,Jeremiah and David. According to the 1871 Archives records the family was living on Wolfe Island. Sacred Heart has records list Patrick MURPHY who died December 26, 1887, aged 78 years, wife Ellen MAHONY, died July 27, 1895, aged 78 years. Denis MAHONY sibblings include Ann(?) and Catharine, my great-grandmother who married John McCarthy and raised ten children in Maitland/Prescott, Ontario. Alexandra de Grandpré 12 Colonial Court, Queensbury, New York 12804
Alexandra <de Grandpré>
Queensbury, NY USA - Saturday, July 17, 1999 at 01:53:48 (EDT)
Trying to trace my grandparents,Emile ROY,and Josephine PRONOVOST Roy.I believe they lived in Kingston,Ontario for quite some time since my father Harald Charles ROY,and all three of his siblings were born in Kingston in 1890's.They later immigrated to the Us,settling primarily in Wisconsin where my grandfather was a surgeon in Janesville and Wausau.My grandmother died in Wausau in June 1933.Tanks for the help
Clarence C.(Bud) Roy <croy824353@aol.com>
Virginia Beach, Va USA - Friday, July 16, 1999 at 02:25:20 (EDT)
MCGINNIS/SPIKE Family: I am looking for information on the McGinnis line that married into the Spike family. Bryan Spike married Mary McGinnis in Ulster Co, New York in 1797. They moved to Fontenac County about 1810 - settling around Spike Corners, later known as Harrowsmith. Bryan and Mary had 13 children: 13 Children: Alexander (+Margart Wright), Sarah (+Laycock), Bryan (+Lucinda Simpkins), Pamela (+Wood), James (+Catherine McGinnis), Aaron (+Eliza Goldsmith), Elizabeth (+Wood), Moses (+Maria McGinnis), Rachel (+Wood), Ann (+McGinnis) Catherine (+Scott), Mirian (+Purdy), John. Also looking for information on the GOLDSMITH family. Eliza Goldsmith married Aaron Spike in 1844. And the PURDY family. Sarah Eliza PURDY married William Bryan SPIKE in 1874 in Kingston Ont.
Valerie Talsma <vtalsma@umich.edu>
Ann Arbor, MI USA - Thursday, July 15, 1999 at 02:02:16 (EDT)
Am searching for parents of Minerva Jane Clapp b.23Oct1842; m. Stephen Robinson 1862 in Ontario. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Stephen Robinson was from Kingston.
Marjorie Mouer <Linska@aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Monday, July 12, 1999 at 01:55:14 (EDT)
PRUDHOMME, Sophia born Kingston, Frontenac Co. about 1852, her parents Stanislaus (Dennis) PRUDHOMME and Christine GIROUX (GIRARD). Other children known at this time are, Margaret abt. 1855, Joseph 1858 Howe Island, Sarah Jane abt. 1860, Marie abt. 1868 and Napoleon abt. 1874 Chatham. Looking for the birth places and also parents birth place and place of marriage, Stanislaus abt. 1823 and Christine abt. 1829 (dates taken from 1871 census) Would also love to know my ggggrandparents names and birth places. Thanks, any information would be gratefully received and god bless.
Jolene McCure <Sundown@centuryinter.net>
Pinconning, Mi USA - Sunday, July 11, 1999 at 21:40:22 (EDT)
We are looking for information concerning the family of Elizabeth McLAUGHLIN, born 1826 or 1828, in Kingston, Frontenac County, Ontario. Her parents were John S. McLAUGHLIN and Sarah [Sarrah] BURNS [BYRNES]. Catherine's siblings included Charles McLaughlin; John McLaughlin, Jr. (m. CARRIER); James McLaughlin (m. GARDNER); Sarah McLaughlin CORBET; Elizabeth McLaughlin; Julia McLaughlin BRANN; Eliza McLaughlin POWERS; and William Henry McLaughlin (m. BYRNES). Catherine's baptism might have occurred at St. Mary's Cathedral in Kingston, and her sponsors might have been A. and Matilda MANAHAN. Elizabeth McLaughlin married Nelson Elijah NICHOLS on October 14, 1847, in Watertown, Jefferson County, Wisconsin. Catherine and Nelson had twelve children, between 1848 and 1871. In about 1860, the family moved to Outagamie County, Wisconsin. Nelson Nichols died in 1915 in Outagamie County. Catherine McLaughlin Nichols died in 1890 in Outagamie County, Wisconsin.
Dave Kearney <kearneyd@erols.com>
Richmond, VA U. S. A. - Friday, July 02, 1999 at 07:58:45 (EDT)
John L. HASTINGS, b 2 Oct 1831 in Morristown, St. Lawrence co NY, was brought by his parents as an infant to Westport, Ont CAN. He lived in Westport until age 21 when he went to Mt Morris, IL for schooling. He then married Emily KEYES and they moved back to Westport until about 1865 when they moved back to IL. I am looking for any family members. Perhaps John's parents continued to live in Westport...I cannot find their name. Can anyone help me find John L's parents? There was no birth record and in many places it says he was born in Westport, CAN. But, his obit says he was born in Morristown NY. He did live there a long time, surely there must be SOME record of him and his family.
Doneva Shepard <donevas@Yahoo.com>
Gresham, OR US - Thursday, July 01, 1999 at 02:27:07 (EDT)

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