Josephine Martin1

F, #12931, b. circa February 1867, d. 25 July 1884
Married Name Her married name was Mabie.1 
Birth*circa February 1867 Josephine Martin was born circa February 1867, daughter of Louis Martin and Margaret Ann McGraff.2,3 
Marriage*7 April 1883 She married John Ackerman Mabie, son of Peter F. Mabie and Ann Thompson, on 7 April 1883 at Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey.
"John A. Mabie, 24, son of Peter Mabie and Ann Thompson, Shirt Ironer, of 18 Shaight St., Paterson, NJ, and Josephine Martin, 18, daughter of Louis Martin and Margaret Ann McGraff, of 53 River St., Paterson, NJ, by N. H. VanArsdale, Clergyman, in the presence of Isaac and Tilly Whritenour."1 
Death*25 July 1884 Josephine Martin died on 25 July 1884 at Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey.4 

Family

John Ackerman Mabie b. 4 Jan 1858
Child

Citations

  1. [S19] Steve's Chronology, Caspar, online http://maybeesociety.org/steve/caspar/caspar.htm, NJ Marriage Return.
  2. [S19] Steve's Chronology, Caspar, online http://maybeesociety.org/steve/caspar/caspar.htm, NJ Marriage Return age 19.
  3. [S1] Ancestry.com, New Jersey, Deaths and Burials Index, 1798-1971, age 17 years 5 months.
  4. [S1] Ancestry.com, New Jersey, Deaths and Burials Index, 1798-1971.
  5. [S1] Ancestry.com, New Jersey, Births and Christenings Index, 1660-1931.

Edward Milton Mabey

M, #12932, b. 5 November 1885, d. 16 July 1967
Father*Horace Mabey b. 2 Dec 1843, d. 19 Jan 1917
Mother*Laura Louisa Gruet b. 17 Apr 1848, d. 8 Jul 1920
Info* Information on him came from Kenneth E. Mabey, #158, Windham, NY. and Wayne Mabey, #163 of Hyde Park, NY; Robert C. Henry, IV, Leeds, NY to early Maybee Society records. 
Birth*5 November 1885 Edward Milton Mabey was born on 5 November 1885 at Cornwallville, Greene County, New York.1 
(Witness) Census1 June 1900 Edward Milton Mabey appeared on the census of 1 June 1900 in the household of Horace Mabey and Laura Louisa Gruet at Durham Township, Greene County, New York,
; Haray Mabey, Head, W, M, Dec 1843, 56, M, 27, New York, New York, New York, Farmer, owns farm free of mortgage
Lau. A Mabey, Wife, W, F, Apr 1841, 59, M, 27, 3 children born - still living 3, New Jersey, New Jersey, New Jersey
Cora A Mabey, Daughter, W, F, June 1873, 26, S, New York, New Jersey, New York
Emily Mabey, Daughter, W, F, Apr 1878, 22, S, New York, New Jersey, New York
Edward Mabey, Son, W, M, Nov 1881, 18, S, New York, New Jersey, New York.2 
Marriage*4 January 1909 Edward Milton Mabey married Alice Jane Barnes on 4 January 1909 at Leeds, Atlantic County, New Jersey.3 
Census*17 May 1910 Edward Milton Mabey and Alice Jane Mabey appeared on the census of 17 May 1910 at Durham Township, Greene County, New York.
Edward M Mabey, Head, M, W, 24, M1, 1, New York, New York, New York, Farmer, Forages
Alice J Mabey, F, W, 19, M, 1, no children, New York, New York, New York, none.4 
(Witness) Will25 February 1914 Edward Milton Mabey was mentioned in the will of Horace Mabey on 25 February 1914 at Durham Township, Greene County, New York. "His wife, Laura Louise, and children Cora Amelia, Emily Cecilia, and Edward Milton Mabey were mentioned in the will."5 
(Witness) oObit26 January 1917 Edward Milton Mabey was mentioned in the obituary of Horace Mabey on 26 January 1917 at Catskill, Greene County, New York; Horace Mabey, a respected citizen and lifelong resident of this community, passed away on Jan. 19th at the age of seventy - three years. His illness covered a period of only a few weeks, and his condition was considered serious for but a few days prior to his death. The funeral was held at the church on Jan. 23d, with Masonic honors, as he had been a member of the Order for over fifty years; sermon by his pastor, the Rev. S. E. Sargeant; burial in the family lot. He is survived by his widow, two daughters (Miss Cora Mabey and Mrs. LeRoy France), one son (Edward), three grandchildren and one sister (Mrs. Warren Finch), all of this place, and one brother (G. H. Mabey of Oak Hill), besides a large circle of other relatives and friends, who mourn his loss.6 
Anecdote*12 September 1918 Edward Milton Mabey of Cornwallville, Greene, NY, born 5 Nov 1885, registered for the draft on Sept 12, 1918 at Catskill, Greene County, New York. He farmed for himself at Cornwallville. His nearest living relative was his wife, Alice Mabey of Cornwallville. He was white, of short height, medium build, with blue eyes and dark brown hair.7 
Residence*12 September 1918 Edward Milton Mabey and Alice Jane Barnes lived on 12 September 1918 at Cornwallville, Greene County, New York.7 
Census26 January 1920 Edward Milton Mabey and Alice Jane Mabey appeared on the census of 26 January 1920 at Durham Township, Greene County, New York.
Edward Mabey, Head, M, W, 34, Married, New York, New York, New York, Farms rented general farm
Alice Mabey, Wife, F, W, 29, Married, New York, New York, New York
Margaret Mabey, Daughter, F, W, 8, Single, attending school, New York, New York, New York
Edward Mabey, Son, M, W, 5, Single, New York, New York, New York.8 
(Witness) oObit14 July 1920 Edward Milton Mabey was mentioned in the obituary of Laura Louisa Gruet on 14 July 1920 at Catskill, New York; Laura Louise, widow of Horace Mabey. who became unconscious on Monday. July 5th. never fully regained consciousness and passed away early on Thursday. July 8th. aged seventy-two years. The funeral was held at the church on Saturday and was conducted by the Rev. S. E . Sargeant of Pine Hill, the Rev. C. F . Robson of Durham and Dr. R. S. Inglis of Newark, N J. Mrs. Mabey was a loving mother and a kind friend and neighbor who will be greatly missed. She is survived by two daughters (Miss Cora and Mrs. LeRoy France), by one son (Edward) and three grandchildren all of this place; also by two brothers (Edward and Milton Gruett of Newark. N. J.) , as well as by a large number of friends. The sympathy of t h e community is extended to the mourners in their sorrow.9 
Census*18 April 1930 Edward Milton Mabey and Alice Jane Barnes appeared on the census of 18 April 1930 at Durham Township, Greene County, New York.
Edward M Mabey, Head, M, W, 44, M, age at first marriage 23, New York, New York, New York, farms own farm
Alice D Mabey, Wife, F, W, 38, M, age at first marriage 18, New York, New York, New York
Margaret A Mabey, Daughter, F, W, 19, S, New York, New York, New York
Edward G Mabey, Son, M, W, 15, S, New York, New York, New York
Newman H Mabey, Son, M, W, 6, S, New York, New York, New York.10 
Census11 April 1940 Edward Milton Mabey and Alice Jane Barnes appeared on the census of 11 April 1940 at Durham Township, Greene County, New York.
Edward Mabie, owns home worth $2000 on farm, Head, M, W, 54, M, completed 8 years school, born in New York, Farms own farm
Alice Mabie, Wife, F, W, 48, M, completed 8 years school, born in New York
Newman Mabie, Son, M, W, 16, S, attended school, completed 1 year high school, born in New York.11 
WW2YA*27 April 1942  On 27 April 1942, Edward M Mabey, Cornwallville, Greene, NY, born 5 Nov 1885 in Cornwallville, New York, registered for the draft. He was self employed. The person who would always know his address was his wife, Mrs Alice Mabey, at the same address. He was White, 5' 4", 130 pounds, had blue eyes, gray hair, and a ruddy complexion.12 
(Witness) WW2YA30 June 1942  On 30 June 1942 Edward Milton Mabey was the person to always know the address of Newman Horace Mabey ."Newman Horace Mabey, Cornwallville, Greene, NY, born 25 Oct 1923 in Jefferson, N.Y., registered for the draft. He was employed by his father, Edward Mabey, at the same address, who would always know his address. He was White, 5' 10½", 148 pounds, had blue eyes, brown hair, and a ruddy complexion."13 
Census27 April 1950 Edward Milton Mabey and Alice Jane Mabey appeared on the census of 27 April 1950 at Oak Hill, Greene County, New York.
Edward Mabey, Head, White, Male, 64, Married, born in New York, Race Horse Handler, Race Track, parents born in US, completed 8th grade, worked 40 weeks in 1949 earning $1700, other relatives in house earned $1500
Alice Mabey, Wife, White, Female, 58, Married, born in New York
Edward Mabey Jr, Son, White, Male, 36, Separated, born in New York, Mailman, Mail Route
Wayne Mabey, Grandson, White, Male, 5, never married, born in New York
Newman Mabey, Son, White, Male, 26, never married, born in New York.14 
Death*16 July 1967 Edward Milton Mabey died on 16 July 1967 at Cornwallville, Greene County, New York, at age 81.1,15 
Burial* He and Alice Jane Barnes were buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Oak Hill, Greene County, New York.16 

Family

Alice Jane Barnes b. 24 Dec 1890, d. 7 Dec 1983
Children

Citations

  1. [S2] Social SecurityDeath Index, online https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/ssdi/
  2. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Durham, Greene, New York; Roll: T623 1039; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 76.
  3. [S1] Ancestry.com, New York, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1847-1849, 1907-1936.
  4. [S76] 1910 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Durham, Greene, New York; Series: T624; Roll: 950; Page: 180B; Enumeration District: 103; Part: 2; Line: 14.
  5. [S1] Ancestry.com, New York, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1659-1999.
  6. [S439] Old Fulton NY Post Card Website, online fultonhistory.com/Fulton_New_form.html, The Recorder, Catskill NY, Friday, January 26, 1917.
  7. [S338] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://www.ancestry.com/search/rectype/default.aspx?rt=39, Roll 1753736.
  8. [S304] 1920 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Durham Town, Greene, New York, Roll T625-1114, Page 7B, ED 62, Family 186.
  9. [S439] Old Fulton NY Post Card Website, online fultonhistory.com/Fulton_New_form.html, The Recorder, Catskill NY, Friday, July 14, 1920.
  10. [S303] 1930 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Durham, Greene, New York, Roll: 1441, Pages 5B&6A, Enumeration District: 15, Images 355-354.
  11. [S456] 1940 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Durham Twp, Greene, New York, Roll T627-2540, Page 4A&B, ED 20-19.
  12. [S1] Ancestry.com, U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942.
  13. [S511] U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947, online https://www.fold3.com/
  14. [S551] 1950 United States Census, online https://1950census.archives.gov/, Durham Twp, Greene, New York, ED 20-26, Dwelling 85.
  15. [S1] Ancestry.com, New York State, U.S., Death Index, 1957-1970.
  16. [S381] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/, Memorial IDs 136878427 & 136878428.
  17. [S439] Old Fulton NY Post Card Website, online fultonhistory.com/Fulton_New_form.html, Catskill NY Recorder, June 5, 1914.

Rachel C. Custer

F, #12933, b. 27 December 1831, d. 17 November 1912
Married Name Her married name was Christman.1 
Birth*27 December 1831 Rachel C. Custer was born on 27 December 1831 at Pennsylvania.2,3 
Marriage*5 October 1851 She married David F. B. Christman on 5 October 1851 at Pughtown, Chester County, Pennsylvania.4 
Census2 June 1870 Rachel C. Custer and David F. B. Christman appeared on the census of 2 June 1870 at Read Oak Junction, Lincoln Township, Montgomery County, Iowa.
David Chrisman, 43, M, W, Farmer, $2000 real estate, $550 personal estate, Pennsylvania
Rachel Chrisman, 33, F, W, Keeping house, Pennsylvania
Emma Chrisman, 19, F, W, Keeping house, Pennsylvania, attended school
Elizabeth Chrisman, 16, F, W, Keeping house, Iowa, attended school
Eliza Chrisman, 14, F, W, Keeping house, Iowa, attended school
William Chrisman, 11, M, W, at home, Iowa, attended school
George Chrisman, 9, M, W, at home, Iowa, attended school
Sarah A Chrisman, 5, F, W, at home, Iowa
Charles H Chrisman, 4, M, W, at home, Iowa
Mary Chrisman, 2, F, W, at home, Iowa.5 
Census*1880 Rachel C. Custer and David F. B. Christman appeared on the census of 1880 at Floyd, O'Brien County, Iowa.
David Chrisman, M, Male, 53, PA, Farmer
Rachel Chrisman, M, Female, 47, PA, Keeping House
Sarah Ann Chrisman, S, Female, 16, IA, At Home
Charley Chrisman, S, Male, 14, IA, At Home
Mary Chrisman, S, Female, 12, IA, At School
John Chrisman, S, Male, 10, IA.6 
Death*17 November 1912 Rachel C. Custer died on 17 November 1912 at Sanborn, O'Brien County, Iowa, at age 80.2,3 
Burial*19 November 1912 She was buried on 19 November 1912 at Roseland Cemetery, Sanborn, O'Brien County, Iowa.2 

Family

David F. B. Christman b. 12 Oct 1827, d. 27 May 1902
Children

Citations

  1. [S52] 1880 United States Census, online ancestry.com, 1880 census, Table Mound, Dubuque, Iowa, Family History Library Film 1254338, NA Film Number T9-0338, Page Number 432A.
  2. [S277] RootsWeb, Roni Fraysier, e-mail address.
  3. [S1] Ancestry.com, Iowa, Deaths and Burials, 1850-1990.
  4. [S206] Email sent to John MayBee the MayBee Society database coordinator:from Roni Frazier, e-mail address, 24 Jan 2005.
  5. [S99] 1870 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Lincoln, Montgomery, Iowa; Roll: M593_413; Page: 33B; Image: 70; Family History Library Film: 545912.
  6. [S52] 1880 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Floyd, O'Brien, Iowa, Family History Library Film 1254358, Page Number 301B.
  7. [S1] Ancestry.com, Iowa, Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996.
  8. [S381] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/,, Roni Fraysier, Mar 07, 2010,Find A Grave Memorial# 49367294.

Sarah Dickerson

F, #12934, b. 27 December 1784
Married Name Her married name was Maybee. 
Birth*27 December 1784 Sarah Dickerson was born on 27 December 1784, daughter of Nathaniel Dickerson.1 
Marriage* She married George Maybee, son of Peter Maybee and Mary (?).2 
Census*1830 Sarah Dickerson and George Maybee appeared on the census of 1830 at New Windsor, Orange County, New York.
George Mabee, one man 30-39, and one woman 40-49.3 
Land*from 8 November 1834 to 25 May 1839  From 8 November 1834 to 25 May 1839 at Town of Marlborough, Ulster County, New York, Sarah Dickerson and George Maybee Five deeds appear to concern the same land, originally purchased by George Maybe/Maby and his wife Sarah on 11/8/1834 (Liber 45, page 533). The remaining deeds are Liber 49, page 583 (11/1/1837) and Liber 52, pages 620 (5/25/1839), 621 (5/25/1839) and 622 (5/22/1839). 
Residence*1838 Sarah Dickerson and George Maybee lived in 1838 at Newburgh, Orange County, New York.4 

Family

George Maybee b. c 1799

Citations

  1. [S19] Steve's Chronology, Caspar, online http://maybeesociety.org/steve/caspar/caspar.htm, From the Revolutioary War pension file of Nathaniel Dickerson.
  2. [S19] Steve's Chronology, Caspar, online http://maybeesociety.org/steve/caspar/caspar.htm, From the Revolutionary War pension file of Nathaniel Dickerson, his daughter, Sarah Dickerson, born 12/27/1784, had married a Mabie and was residing in Newburgh, Orange Co., NY in 1838. From the 1830 census, and from five Ulster County deed records (Liber 45, page 533; Liber 49, page 331; Liber 52, pages 620, 621 and 622), it appears that Sarah was the wife of George Maybee, and that they also resided in the Town of Marlborough.
  3. [S22] Steve Mabie, Mabie/Maybee/Mabee/Mabey Family Records, online http://maybeesociety.org/steve/steve.html, 1830 census.
  4. [S19] Steve's Chronology, Caspar, online http://maybeesociety.org/steve/caspar/caspar.htm, From the Revolutionary War pension file of Nathaniel Dickerson.

Nettie S. Mabie1

F, #12935, b. 1 May 1866, d. 6 April 1960
Father*Ira Mabie1 b. 20 Nov 1834, d. 1 Feb 1921
Mother*Mary Jane Howe1 b. 3 Jul 1837, d. 20 Feb 1926
Married Name Her married name was Keeler. 
Birth*1 May 1866 Nettie S. Mabie was born on 1 May 1866 at Bonus Township, Boone County, Illinois.2,3 
(Witness) Census13 June 1870 Nettie S. Mabie appeared on the census of 13 June 1870 in the household of Ira Mabie and Mary Jane Howe at Waverly PO, Washington Township, Bremer County, Iowa,
; Ira Mabie, 32, M, W, Farmer, $3000, $920, PA
Jennie Mabie, 30, Keeping House, NY
Nettie Mabie, 5, F, W, At Home, IL
Leroy S Stockwell, 35, M, W, Farmer, $2400, $500, NY.4 
(Witness) Census1 June 1880 Nettie S. Mabie appeared on the census of 1 June 1880 in the household of Ira Mabie and Mary Jane Howe at Butler Township, Butler County, Iowa,
; Ira Mabie, White, Male, 43, Head, Married, Farmer, born in New York, Father born in New York, Mother born in New York
Jennie M. Mabie, White, Female, 42, Wife, Married, Keeping House, born in New York, Father born in Connecticut, Mother born in New York
Nettie S. Mabie, White, Female, 15, Daughter, Single, At School, born in Illinois, Father born in New York, Mother born in New York
William Armstrong, White, Male, 22, Boarder, Single, Works at farming, born in Pennsylvania.5 
(Witness) Census1885 Nettie S. Mabie appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Ira Mabie and Mary Jane Howe at Butler Township, Butler County, Iowa.6
 
Marriage*9 September 1885 Nettie S. Mabie married Fred Ellsworth Keeler, son of Aaron B Keeler and Amanda Mabie, on 9 September 1885 at Shell Rock, Butler County, Iowa.2,7,8 
(Witness) Will30 January 1914 Nettie S. Mabie was mentioned in the will of Ira Mabie on 30 January 1914 at Black Hawk County, Iowa. "To my wife Mary J. all my property, for her lifetime. At her death to go to Nettie Keeler, dau. and to grandson, Clifton Mabie Keeler. I nominate Mary Jane Mabie, as my executrix. W. A. and Howard Hallowell witnesses."9 
(Witness) oObit1 February 1921 Nettie S. Mabie was mentioned in the obituary of Ira Mabie on 1 February 1921 at Waterloo, Iowa; Ira Mabie, 807 Walnut Street, died at 11 a.m. today after a long illness. He was born in Pennsylvania Nov. 20, 1834 and moved with his parents to Belvidere, Ill. He was married to Mary Jane Howe, Marengo, Ill. May 1, 1861.
They moved to Iowa about 54 years ago and engaged in farming in Butler county, moving to Waterloo in 1888, where they had since made their home. Mr. Mabie is survived by widow, daughter, Mrs. F. E. Keeler, and grandson, Clifton Mabie Keeler, Oklahoma City; a brother Jacob Mabie and a sister, Mrs. Julia Rhoads, both of Crompton, Fla.
The body is at Hileman & Gindt's funeral home pending funeral arrangements.10,11 
(Witness) Probate12 July 1921 Nettie S. Mabie was mentioned when Ira Mabie's will was probated on 12 July 1921 at Black Hawk County, Iowa. "Findings - Mabie, Ira of Waterloo, IA. died Feb 1, 1921, aged 79 yrs. Widow Mary Jane, age 79, dau. Nettie S. Keeler, Age 52, Oklahoma City, Okl
Mary Jane Mabie closed the estate."9 
(Mentioned) oObit23 February 1926 Nettie S. Keeler was mentioned in the obituary of of Mary Jane Howe on 23 February 1926 at Waterloo, Iowa; Funeral Services for Mrs. Mary Jane Mabie, who died Feb. 20 at Oklahoma City, Okla., were conducted in the Hileman & Grint chapel today, Rev. J. R. Macartney officiating. Burial was in Fairview.
Mr. Mabie had lived in Waterloo for 35 years, previous going to Oklahoma City to reside with her daughter, Mrs F. E. Keeler, following the death of her husband, Ira Mabie, Feb. 2, 1921. She was born in Schenectady N. Y., July 3, 1838. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs Keeler, who accompanied the body here, a grandson, Clifton Mabie Keeler, Wititcha Falls, Tex., and an infant great grandson, Frederick Rideant Keeler.12 
Census*16 April 1930 Nettie S. Mabie and Fred Ellsworth Keeler appeared on the census of 16 April 1930 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma.
Fred E Keeler, Head, M, W, 68, M@23, Illinois, New York, New York, Broker
Nattie S Keeler, Wife, F, W, 65, M@20, Illinois, Pennsylvania, New York
Cliffton N Keeler, Son, M, W, 40, M@23, Iowa, Illinois, Illinois, geologist, oil.13 
Census11 April 1940 Nettie S. Keeler and Fred Ellsworth Keeler appeared on the census of 11 April 1940 at 1419 North West Seventeenth Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma.
Fred E Keeler, Head, Male, White, 78, Married, completed 2 years college, born in Illinois, residence 1 April 1935 was Waverly, Bremer County, Iowa, Broker, leases real estate, own account
Nettie Keeler, Wife, Female, White, 69, Married, completed 4 years high school, born in Illinois, residence 1 April 1935 was Waverly, Bremer County, Iowa
Clifton M Keeler, Son, Male, White, 45, Married, completed 5 years college, born in Iowa, Geologist, Oil Producing.14 
Death*6 April 1960 Nettie S. Mabie died on 6 April 1960 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, at age 93.3,15 
Funeral*8 April 1960  On 8 April 1960 a funeral was held for Nettie S. Mabie at Street & Draper Funeral Home, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. "Services will be at 4 p.m. Friday in Street & Draper Funeral Home, 400NE 14, who died Wednesday. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery."15 
Burial* She and Fred Ellsworth Keeler were buried at Rose Hill Burial Park, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. Inscription "Keeler
Fredrick E; Mar 25, 1862; Sept. 2, 1950
Nettie S; May 1, 1866; Apr. 6, 1960."16 

Family

Fred Ellsworth Keeler b. 25 Mar 1862, d. 2 Sep 1950
Child

Citations

  1. [S52] 1880 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Iowa, Butler County, Butler, Page 136A, National Archives Film T9-0330.
  2. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Waterloo, Black Hawk, Iowa; Page: 18B.
  3. [S381] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/, Memorial ID 75781955.
  4. [S99] 1870 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Washington, Bremer, Iowa; Roll M593_378; Page: 320B; Image: 648; Family History Library Film: 545877.
  5. [S52] 1880 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Butler, Butler, Iowa; Roll 330; Family History Film: 1254330; Page: 136A; Enumeration District: 101; Image: 0013.
  6. [S374] Iowa State Census Collection, 1836-1925, online ancestry.com, 1885 Iowa State Census, Butler Township, Butler County.
  7. [S206] Email sent to John MayBee the MayBee Society database coordinator:from mother's obituary and probate papers from e-mail address.
  8. [S1] Ancestry.com, Iowa, U.S., Marriage Records, 1880-1951.
  9. [S206] Email sent to John MayBee the MayBee Society database coordinator:from from e-mail address.
  10. [S206] Email sent to John MayBee the MayBee Society database coordinator:from obituary in Waterloo Courier, Page 10 dtd February 1, 1921 from e-mail address.
  11. [S500] Newspapers.com, online https://www.newspapers.com/, The Courier (Waterloo, Iowa), 1 Feb 1921, Tue, Page 10.
  12. [S500] Newspapers.com, online https://www.newspapers.com/, obit in the The Courier (Waterloo, Iowa), 23 Feb 1926, Tue, Page 2.
  13. [S1] Ancestry.com, 1930 Census, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Oklahoma; Roll: 1918; Enumeration District: 34; Image: 448.0.
  14. [S456] 1940 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Oklahoma; Roll: m-t0627-03343; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 78-32.
  15. [S500] Newspapers.com, online https://www.newspapers.com/, The Daily Oklahoman (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma), 8 Apr 1960, Fri, Page 16.
  16. [S381] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/, Memorial IDs 49414074 & 75781955.

George Henry Pearson1

M, #12936, b. 23 June 1890, d. 26 September 1942
Father*John Nelson Pearson1 b. c 1865, d. 18 Jan 1900
Mother*Adelaide Maybee1 b. 30 Sep 1866, d. 28 Jul 1943
Birth*23 June 1890 George Henry Pearson was born on 23 June 1890 at Murray Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada.2 
(Witness) Census23 April 1901 George Henry Pearson appeared on the census of 23 April 1901 in the household of Peter Huff Maybee and Mary Margaret Lont at Murray Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada,
; 39 Maybee Peter, M, W, Head, M, Jul 4 1823, 77, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist, Farmer
40 Maybee Mary, F, W Wife, M, Sep 10 1828, 72, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist
41 Pearson Adelade, F, W, Daughter, W, Sep 30 1866, 34, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist
42 Pearson George, M, W, Grandson, S, May 5 1890, 10, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist, in school
43 Pearson John, M, W, Grandson, S, Jun 12 1892, 8, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist, in school
44 Pearson Verda, F, W, Granddaughter, S, Apr 28 1896 4, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist
45 Pearson Oscar, M, W, Grandson, S, May 28 1899, 1, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist.3 
Death*26 September 1942 George Henry Pearson died on 26 September 1942 at Belleville, Hastings County, Ontario, Canada, at age 52. 

Citations

  1. [S241] Emails from Barbara Millar, 1901 Ontario census, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155, Details: Schedule 1 Microfilm T-6485.
  2. [S1] Ancestry.com, Ontario, Canada Births, 1858-1913.
  3. [S187] 1901 Canadian Census, online http://automatedgenealogy.com/, Ontario, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155.

John Raymond Pearson1

M, #12937, b. 9 August 1892, d. 10 January 1938
Father*John Nelson Pearson2 b. c 1865, d. 18 Jan 1900
Mother*Adelaide Maybee2 b. 30 Sep 1866, d. 28 Jul 1943
Name Variation  John Raymond Pearson was also known as Ray.3 
Birth*9 August 1892 He was born on 9 August 1892 at Murray Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada.4,5,1 
(Witness) Census23 April 1901 John Raymond Pearson appeared on the census of 23 April 1901 in the household of Peter Huff Maybee and Mary Margaret Lont at Murray Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada,
; 39 Maybee Peter, M, W, Head, M, Jul 4 1823, 77, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist, Farmer
40 Maybee Mary, F, W Wife, M, Sep 10 1828, 72, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist
41 Pearson Adelade, F, W, Daughter, W, Sep 30 1866, 34, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist
42 Pearson George, M, W, Grandson, S, May 5 1890, 10, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist, in school
43 Pearson John, M, W, Grandson, S, Jun 12 1892, 8, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist, in school
44 Pearson Verda, F, W, Granddaughter, S, Apr 28 1896 4, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist
45 Pearson Oscar, M, W, Grandson, S, May 28 1899, 1, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist.6 
Death*10 January 1938 John Raymond Pearson died on 10 January 1938 at Kingston, Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada, at age 45.3 

Citations

  1. [S1] Ancestry.com, Ontario, Canada Births, 1858-1913.
  2. [S241] Emails from Barbara Millar, 1901 Ontario census, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155, Details: Schedule 1 Microfilm T-6485.
  3. [S1] Ancestry.com, Ontario, Canada, Deaths, 1869-1938, 1943-1944, and Deaths Overseas, 1939-1947.
  4. [S241] Emails from Barbara Millar, 1901 Ontario census, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155, Details: Schedule 1 Microfilm T-6485 says birth 12 Jun 1892.
  5. [S1] Ancestry.com, Ontario, Canada, Deaths, 1869-1938, 1943-1944, and Deaths Overseas, 1939-1947 says born 9 Aug 1892.
  6. [S187] 1901 Canadian Census, online http://automatedgenealogy.com/, Ontario, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155.

Oscar Pearson

M, #12938, b. 28 May 1899, d. 8 August 1918
Father*John Nelson Pearson1 b. c 1865, d. 18 Jan 1900
Mother*Adelaide Maybee1 b. 30 Sep 1866, d. 28 Jul 1943
Birth*28 May 1899 Oscar Pearson was born on 28 May 1899 at Ontario, Canada.1 
(Witness) Census23 April 1901 Oscar Pearson appeared on the census of 23 April 1901 in the household of Peter Huff Maybee and Mary Margaret Lont at Murray Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada,
; 39 Maybee Peter, M, W, Head, M, Jul 4 1823, 77, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist, Farmer
40 Maybee Mary, F, W Wife, M, Sep 10 1828, 72, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist
41 Pearson Adelade, F, W, Daughter, W, Sep 30 1866, 34, rural Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist
42 Pearson George, M, W, Grandson, S, May 5 1890, 10, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist, in school
43 Pearson John, M, W, Grandson, S, Jun 12 1892, 8, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist, in school
44 Pearson Verda, F, W, Granddaughter, S, Apr 28 1896 4, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist
45 Pearson Oscar, M, W, Grandson, S, May 28 1899, 1, rural Ontario, Irish, Canadian, Methodist.2 
Death*8 August 1918 Oscar Pearson died on 8 August 1918 at France at age 19; WWI. 

Citations

  1. [S241] Emails from Barbara Millar, 1901 Ontario census, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155, Details: Schedule 1 Microfilm T-6485.
  2. [S187] 1901 Canadian Census, online http://automatedgenealogy.com/, Ontario, Northumberland East (#95), Subdistrict: Murray g-2 Page 14, Family 155.

Bernice Margaret Johnston1

F, #12939, b. 6 December 1889
Father*John Henry Johnston2 b. c 1866
Mother*Adelaide Elizabeth Maybee1 b. 13 Nov 1865
Title Bernice Margaret Johnston used the title Dr.3 
Birth*6 December 1889 She was born on 6 December 1889.1 
(Witness) Census6 April 1891 Bernice Margaret Johnston appeared on the census of 6 April 1891 in the household of Francis Eli Maybee and Elfrida Greenaway at Hamilton Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada,
; Francis Maybee, M, 28, Mar, Head, Ontario, Ontario, Scotland, Methodist, Farmer
Elfrida Maybee, F, 22, Mar, Wife, Ontario, England, Ireland, Methodist
Addie Johnston, F, 25, Sister, Ontario, Ontario, Scotland, Methodist
Bernice Johnston, F, 1, Niece, Ontario, Ontario, Ontario, Methodist.4 
(Witness) Census9 April 1901 Bernice Margaret Johnston appeared on the census of 9 April 1901 in the household of Walter Stanley Maybee at Hamilton Township, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada,
; Walter S. Maybee, M, W, Head, S, 20 Sep 1871, 29, Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist, Farmer
Addie E. Johnston, F, W, Sister, Wd, 13 Nov 1865, 35, Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist Bernice M. Johnston, F, W, Niece, S, 6 Dec 1889, 11, Ontario, German, Canadian, Methodist.5 
Occupation Bernice Margaret Johnston was a Dentist.2 
Residence* She lived at Cobourg, Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada.3 

Citations

  1. [S241] Emails from Barbara Millar, 1901 Ontario Census, Northumberland West (#96), Subdistrict: Hamilton d-12 Page 3, Family 55, Details: Schedule 1 Microfilm T-6486.
  2. [S8] Submission by Douglas Cameron Mabee, Maybee Society Member No. 177.
  3. [S10] Royal A Mabee's notebook.
  4. [S387] 1891 Census of Canada, online ancestry.com, Ontario, 99, Northumberland West, Hamilton, page 1.
  5. [S187] 1901 Canadian Census, online http://automatedgenealogy.com/, Northumberland West (#96), Subdistrict: Hamilton d-12 Page 3, Family 55, Details: Schedule 1 Microfilm T-6486.

Joseph Patrick Doyle

M, #12943, b. 28 November 1924, d. 13 December 1999
Father*Thomas Cornelius Doyle1 b. 23 Oct 1894, d. 12 Oct 1951
Mother*Ruth Marie Serin1 b. 23 Jul 1896, d. 12 Feb 1979
Birth*28 November 1924 Joseph Patrick Doyle was born on 28 November 1924 at Nappanee, Elkhart County, Indiana.2 
Milit-Beg* He enlisted in the military. During World War II, Pat was on a PT boat.1 
Marriage*6 May 1950 He married Mary Ellen Shank, daughter of William Waldon Shank and Bertha Maria Kinyon, on 6 May 1950 at Our Lady Chapel of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Notre Dame, Saint Joseph County, Indiana.
"May , 1950 Shank-Doyle
Our Lady Chapel of Sacred Heart Catholic church at the University of Notre Dame was the scene at 11 o'clock Saturday morning of Miss Mary Ellen Shank's marriage to Joseph Patrick Doyle. Rev. Charles Michael Carey, C.S.C., performed the service before an altar banked with white snapdragons and palms. Miss Barbara Daly sang, accompanied by Mrs. Robert Mackin at the organ.
The bride, who has resided at 820 Park Avenue, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William W. Shank, Berring Springs, MI. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Doyle, 809 East Indiana Avenue, are the parents of the bridegroom.
An ivory satin gown was selected by the bride for her marriage. It was styled with a high neckline, bustle back and draped skirt. A satin hat accented with illusion rosettes and seed peals held her finger-tip veil of imported Swiss silk illusion. She carried an ivory prayer book with a white orchid and shower of ivy.
The brides's attendants were attired in gowns similar to the bride's. Mrs. Paul McKinney, Indianapolis, sister of the bride and matron of honor, wore lime green satin and carried a bouquet of variegated carnations and ivy showers. The bridesmaids, Miss Phyllis Kroger and Barbara Barrett, were gowned in a coral color and carried yellow carnations. Each wore a matching hat with a shoulder-length veil.
John T. Doyle was his brother's best man. Ushers were another brother, Richard D. Doyle and J. Eugene Bartley.
Breakfast was served in the Rose Room of the Hotel LaSalle. The reception was held in the Doyle home. When the newlyweds return Sunday from their trip to southern Indiana, they will reside at 611 Portage Avenue. The bride was graduated from John Adams High School. Her husband is a graduate of Nappanee IN High School and the University of Notre Dame.

Certificate of Marriage:
Church of The Sacred Heart, Notre Dame, Indiana
This is to certify that Joseph Patrick Doyle and Mary Ellen Shank were lawfully married on the 6th day of May 1950 According to the Rite of the Roman Catholic Church and in conformity with the laws of the State of Indiana. Rev. Charles M. Carey C.S.C. officiating in the presence of John T. Doyle an Phyllis Kroger, Witnesses, as appears from the Marriage Register of this Church. Dated September 11, 1951."1 
Death*13 December 1999 Joseph Patrick Doyle died on 13 December 1999 at Houston, Harris County, Texas, at age 75; Cause of death - squamous cell carcinoma of skin.3 
oObit16 December 1999  On 16 December 1999 at Houston, Texas, the obituary of Joseph Patrick Doyle read: The Houston Chronicle, December 16, 1999
"J. Patrick Doyle, 75, died Monday, December 13, 1999. Born in Nappannee, IN. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and was a past member of the Pine Forest Country Club. A life member and past President of The Houston Financial Executives Institute The Gulf Coast Antique Car Club and The Knights of Columbus. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII aboard a PT boat. Survived by his wife, Mary Ellen; children, Ann Christmann and husband Harold, Jane Colleen Doyle, Susan McPhillips and husband William; grandchildren, Gregory and Jennifer Christmann and Shannon and Matthew McPhillips; three brothers, John of Indianapolis, IN., Reverend Charles of Michigan City, IN., Thomas of South Bend, IN. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 16, 1999 at Memoral Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway, from 7:00 pm to 9:00. Funeral Liturgy will be Celebrated at 11:00 am, Friday, December 17, 1999 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 625 Nottingham Oaks Trail with Rev. Charles Doyle celebrant. A private family Committal Service will follow in Memoral Oaks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice at the Texas Medical Center, 1905 Holcombe Blvd. , Houston, Texas 77030 or The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 570127, Houston, Texas 77257."1 
Burial*17 December 1999 He was buried on 17 December 1999 at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, Houston, Harris County, Texas. Inscription "section 8, lot 229, space 3."1 

Family

Mary Ellen Shank b. 31 Jul 1927, d. 6 Dec 2015

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, The Birth Certificate is recorded in book No. 2 page 63 in Nappanee, IN.
  3. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Certificate of Vital Record #3549259 issued December 23, 1999, Date of death: December 13, 1999 time: 7:12 am, signed by Porter Storey, MD.

Mary Ellen Shank

F, #12944, b. 31 July 1927, d. 6 December 2015
Father*William Waldon Shank1 b. 6 Feb 1898, d. 22 Jan 1967
Mother*Bertha Maria Kinyon1 b. 23 Oct 1897, d. 21 Jan 1986
Married Name Her married name was Doyle.1 
Birth*31 July 1927 Mary Ellen Shank was born on 31 July 1927 at Mishawaka, Saint Joseph County, Indiana.2 
Marriage*6 May 1950 She married Joseph Patrick Doyle, son of Thomas Cornelius Doyle and Ruth Marie Serin, on 6 May 1950 at Our Lady Chapel of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Notre Dame, Saint Joseph County, Indiana.
"May , 1950 Shank-Doyle
Our Lady Chapel of Sacred Heart Catholic church at the University of Notre Dame was the scene at 11 o'clock Saturday morning of Miss Mary Ellen Shank's marriage to Joseph Patrick Doyle. Rev. Charles Michael Carey, C.S.C., performed the service before an altar banked with white snapdragons and palms. Miss Barbara Daly sang, accompanied by Mrs. Robert Mackin at the organ.
The bride, who has resided at 820 Park Avenue, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William W. Shank, Berring Springs, MI. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Doyle, 809 East Indiana Avenue, are the parents of the bridegroom.
An ivory satin gown was selected by the bride for her marriage. It was styled with a high neckline, bustle back and draped skirt. A satin hat accented with illusion rosettes and seed peals held her finger-tip veil of imported Swiss silk illusion. She carried an ivory prayer book with a white orchid and shower of ivy.
The brides's attendants were attired in gowns similar to the bride's. Mrs. Paul McKinney, Indianapolis, sister of the bride and matron of honor, wore lime green satin and carried a bouquet of variegated carnations and ivy showers. The bridesmaids, Miss Phyllis Kroger and Barbara Barrett, were gowned in a coral color and carried yellow carnations. Each wore a matching hat with a shoulder-length veil.
John T. Doyle was his brother's best man. Ushers were another brother, Richard D. Doyle and J. Eugene Bartley.
Breakfast was served in the Rose Room of the Hotel LaSalle. The reception was held in the Doyle home. When the newlyweds return Sunday from their trip to southern Indiana, they will reside at 611 Portage Avenue. The bride was graduated from John Adams High School. Her husband is a graduate of Nappanee IN High School and the University of Notre Dame.

Certificate of Marriage:
Church of The Sacred Heart, Notre Dame, Indiana
This is to certify that Joseph Patrick Doyle and Mary Ellen Shank were lawfully married on the 6th day of May 1950 According to the Rite of the Roman Catholic Church and in conformity with the laws of the State of Indiana. Rev. Charles M. Carey C.S.C. officiating in the presence of John T. Doyle an Phyllis Kroger, Witnesses, as appears from the Marriage Register of this Church. Dated September 11, 1951."1 
Death*6 December 2015 Mary Ellen Shank died on 6 December 2015 at Houston, Harris County, Texas, at age 88.1 

Family

Joseph Patrick Doyle b. 28 Nov 1924, d. 13 Dec 1999

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Birth certificate no. 488, Book 8, page 61 in the Mishawaka Department of Public Health - Bureau of Vital Statistics.

William Waldon Shank

M, #12950, b. 6 February 1898, d. 22 January 1967
Father*Abraham Daniel Shank1 b. Nov 1857, d. 17 Apr 1930
Mother*Helen Gertrude Mabie1 b. 22 Nov 1863, d. 22 Dec 1949
Birth*6 February 1898 William Waldon Shank was born on 6 February 1898 at LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana.2 
(Witness) CensusJune 1900 William Waldon Shank appeared on the census of June 1900 in the household of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie at Lima Township, LaGrange County, Indiana,
; Abraham Shank, Head, W, M, Nov 1857, 42, M, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, Farm Laborer
Hellen G. Shank, Wife, W, F, Nov 1863, 36, M, 18, 5 born, 4 living children, Indiana, Ohio, New York
Bertha L Shank, Daughter, W, F, Sept 1884, 15, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Pearl A Shank, Daughter, W, F, Aug 1888, 11, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Ethel E Shank, Daughter, W, F, Mar 1890, 10, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Waldom W. Shank, Son, W, M, Feb 1898, 2, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana.3 
Marriage License30 July 1920 William Waldon Shank and Bertha Maria Kinyon obtained a marriage license on 30 July 1920; Application for Marriage:
Bertha Shank: born in Clarksville, MI. on October 23, 1898. Her occupation at that time was a clerk. She resided at 1702 or 1102 Portage Avenue in South Bend, IN.
Father: Ross Kinyon, born in Lowell, MI. His occupation is listed as Florist
Mother: (unclear) King, born in Canada. Occupation: housewife

William Waldon Shank:
born February 6, 1898 in LaGrange, IN. Present address 116 E. Calvert, South Bend, IN.
Occupation: clerk
Father: Abram D. Shank, born in Ohio. Occupation: lumberman
Mother: Helen Mabie, birthplace: IN. Occupation: housewife.4 
Marriage*31 July 1920 William Waldon Shank married Bertha Maria Kinyon, daughter of Ross Martin Kinyon and Mary Elizabeth King, on 31 July 1920 at South Bend, Indiana.
"by Ulysses S. Davis, Minister of the Gospel."5 
Occupation*1958 William Waldon Shank was a He had a men"s' clothing store in Berrien Springs and retired in 1958 in 1958 at Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan.1 
Death*22 January 1967 He died on 22 January 1967 at Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, at age 68; Bill died at the home of his daughter, Jean, in Indianapolis.1 
oObit  The obituary of William Waldon Shank read: Berrien Springs - William W. Shank, 68, of Clearwater, Fla, former Berrien Springs councilman, died Sunday in Indianapolis, where he had been living for the last few months. He was born on Feb. 6, 1898, in LaGrange, Ind., and married Bertha Kenyon on July 31, 1920. She survives. The couple came to Berrien Springs in 1945 from South Bend, where they had lived since their marriage. He was the owner of Shank's Clothing Store, Berrien Spring, until 1958 when he retired. Mr. Shank also was the first president of the Berrien Springs Business Men's Assn. Besides his widow, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Paul McKinney of Indianapolis and Mrs. J. Patrick Doyle of Houston, Tex; a son, James of St. Joseph, Mich; two sisters and seven grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the McLaughlin Funeral Home. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Rev. T.H. Bennink will officiate. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today.

Hold Services for William Shank, 68, Former Merchant
Funeral services were conducted this afternoon, Wednesday, from the Mc Laughlin funeral home for William W. Shank, 68, of Clearwater, Fla., formerly of Berrien Springs.
Mr. Shank died Sunday in Indianapolis, Ind., where he had spent the past few months at the home of a daughter.
He was born Feb. 6, 1898, in La Grange, Ind., and was married July 31, 1920 in South Bend to Bertha Kinyon, who survives. They came to Berrien Springs from South Bend in 1945 and he operated a men's clothing store until his retirement in 1958.
Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Paul McKinney of Indianapolis, Ind., and Mrs. J. Patrick Doyle of Houston, Tex; one son, James of St. Joseph, Mich; two sisters, Mrs Alex Bondow of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Mrs. Cecil Rayle of Deshler, Ohio, and seven grandchildren.
He was a veteran of World War I, a member of the Methodist Church and the Lions club of Casselbery, Fla., and a former member of the Berrien Springs Lion club and Methodist church, of village council, and first president of the Berrien Springs Businessmen's association.
Rev. T.H. Bennink of the Methodist church conducted the service and burial was in Rose Hill cemetery.
Casket bearers were Carl Guettler, Edward Botham, Hubert Ely, Warren Shultz, Charles Hankins and Edward Zendor. 
Burial*25 January 1967 He was buried on 25 January 1967 at Rose Hill Cemetery, Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan.1 

Family

Bertha Maria Kinyon b. 23 Oct 1897, d. 21 Jan 1986
Children

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Information taken from a certified copy of the birth certificate issued May 3, 2000; No 0 1985
    William Waldon Shank was born in LaGrange County, Indiana on February 6, 1898.
    Parents: Abraham D. and Helen G. Shank; birthplace of father - Ohio; birthplace of mother - Indiana; recorded on 1/15/1898 page 192, certificate number 4 book 3
    Certificate File Information sheet:
    Delivered by C.A. White; parents' dates of birth were not listed.
  3. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Lima, Lagrange, Indiana; Roll: T623 383; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 76.
  4. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Record no.: 334. St. Joseph Co. Application for Marriage: page 581 and 582.
  5. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Record no.: 334. St. Joseph Co.

Bertha Maria Kinyon

F, #12951, b. 23 October 1897, d. 21 January 1986
Father*Ross Martin Kinyon1 b. 4 Apr 1869, d. 24 Dec 1944
Mother*Mary Elizabeth King1 b. 7 Jan 1875, d. 16 Nov 1934
Married Name Her married name was Shank. 
Birth*23 October 1897 Bertha Maria Kinyon was born on 23 October 1897 at Clarksville, Ionia County, Michigan, Edith McCann thinks she was born in Lowell. Mary Ellen Doyle says Clarksville. Ionia County does not have a record of birth.(8-2000 ADC.)1 
Marriage License30 July 1920 She and William Waldon Shank obtained a marriage license on 30 July 1920; Application for Marriage:
Bertha Shank: born in Clarksville, MI. on October 23, 1898. Her occupation at that time was a clerk. She resided at 1702 or 1102 Portage Avenue in South Bend, IN.
Father: Ross Kinyon, born in Lowell, MI. His occupation is listed as Florist
Mother: (unclear) King, born in Canada. Occupation: housewife

William Waldon Shank:
born February 6, 1898 in LaGrange, IN. Present address 116 E. Calvert, South Bend, IN.
Occupation: clerk
Father: Abram D. Shank, born in Ohio. Occupation: lumberman
Mother: Helen Mabie, birthplace: IN. Occupation: housewife.2 
Marriage*31 July 1920 Bertha Maria Kinyon married William Waldon Shank, son of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie, on 31 July 1920 at South Bend, Indiana.
"by Ulysses S. Davis, Minister of the Gospel."3 
(Witness) oObit Bertha Maria Kinyon was mentioned in the obituary of Clarence William Kinyon; Clarence W. Kinyon, 81, 1819 Buccaneer Drive, Sarasota, died Sunday (Dec 28, 1980) at Memorial Hospital.
Born in Lowell, Mich. he came to Florida in 1962 from Wisconsin. He worked as a salesman in South Bend, Ind. before his retirement.
He leaves a wife, Mary B. Kinyon and two sisters, Bertha Shank and Beatrice Sunday, both of Michigan.
There will be no visitation. Internment will be in South Bend, at a later date.
National Cremation Society Sarasota Chapter is in charge of arrangements.1 
Death*21 January 1986 Bertha Maria Kinyon died on 21 January 1986 at Regency Manor Nursing Home, South Bend, Saint Joseph County, Indiana, at age 88; of Metylatis breast cancer.4 
oObit  The obituary of Bertha Maria Kinyon read: Berrien Springs - A former Berrien Springs woman, Mrs. Bertha K. Shank, 88, of 3642 W. 16th St., Indianapolis, Ind., died Tuesday at Regency Manor Nursing Home, South Bend, Ind.
Friends may call at McLaughin-Willit Funeral Home, Berrien Springs, after 2 p.m. Thursday where funeral will be held Friday at 2 P.M. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Berrien County Cancer Service or to Berrien Springs United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Shank was born October 23, 1897 in Clarksville, Mich. She was a member of Berrien Springs United Methodist Church. She was the former owner of Shank's Men and Boy's Clothing Store, Berrien Springs. Survivors include: two daughters - Mrs. Paul (Jean) McKinney of Indianapolis and Mrs. J. Patrick ( Mary Ellen) Doyle of Houston, Texas; one son, James of St. Joseph; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Beatrice Sunday of Buchanan. Her husband, William, preceded her in death in 1967.1 
Burial*24 January 1986 She was buried on 24 January 1986 at Rose Hill Cemetery, Berrien Springs, Berrien County, Michigan.1 

Family

William Waldon Shank b. 6 Feb 1898, d. 22 Jan 1967
Children

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Record no.: 334. St. Joseph Co. Application for Marriage: page 581 and 582.
  3. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Record no.: 334. St. Joseph Co.
  4. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Medical Certificate of Death - Reel NO. 372 D St. Joseph County Health Department. Local NO. 162
    Father: Ross Kinyon. Mother: Elizabeth King
    Funeral Home McLaughlin-Willit, 210 N. Main, Berrien Springs, MI
    license No Mich. 5820, Funeral Home No. 628, Funeral Dir. NO. 1437.

Abraham Daniel Shank

M, #12952, b. November 1857, d. 17 April 1930
Father*Abraham Shank1 b. s 1830
Mother*Susan E. Dreher1 b. s 1835
Name Variation  Abraham Daniel Shank was also known as Abram. 
Birth*November 1857 He was born in November 1857 at Huron County, Ohio.1 
Marriage*28 February 1883 He married Helen Gertrude Mabie, daughter of Henry E. Mabie and Rhoda Ann Palmer, on 28 February 1883 at LaGrange County, Indiana.
"by a W.B. Bingham JP."2 
Census*June 1900 Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie appeared on the census of June 1900 at Lima Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.
Abraham Shank, Head, W, M, Nov 1857, 42, M, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, Farm Laborer
Hellen G. Shank, Wife, W, F, Nov 1863, 36, M, 18, 5 born, 4 living children, Indiana, Ohio, New York
Bertha L Shank, Daughter, W, F, Sept 1884, 15, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Pearl A Shank, Daughter, W, F, Aug 1888, 11, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Ethel E Shank, Daughter, W, F, Mar 1890, 10, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Waldom W. Shank, Son, W, M, Feb 1898, 2, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana.3 
Death*17 April 1930 Abraham Daniel Shank died on 17 April 1930 at LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana, at age 72; of cancer of the face.4 
oObit17 April 1930  On 17 April 1930 the obituary of Abraham Daniel Shank read: Obituary Thursday April 17, 1930
ABRAHAM DANIEL SHANK DIES AT LAGRANGE HOME
Abraham Daniel Shank passed away at his home on South Poplar Street in this city at 9:00 o'clock this forenoon after suffering since last fall with a cancer on his face. he was 73 years and five months of age.
The funeral will be held at the home at 2:00 o'clock Sunday afternoon.
Mr. Shank is survived by the widow, three daughters and a son, Mrs Ora Deter of laGrange, Mrs William McKenzie of Elkhard, Mrs Cecil J. Rayle of Belmore, Ohio and W.W. Shank of South Bend. another child died in infancy.
The deceased was a life long resident of LaGrange. He was employed at the local lumber yard for some years and had been a hard worker.1 
Burial*19 April 1930 He was buried on 19 April 1930 at Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana. Inscription "lot 32. S1/2 O.P."1 

Family

Helen Gertrude Mabie b. 22 Nov 1863, d. 22 Dec 1949
Children

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Lagrange County, Indiana, Index to Marriage Record 1850 - 1920. Recorded in Book 5 page 133.
  3. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Lima, Lagrange, Indiana; Roll: T623 383; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 76.
  4. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Information taken from the Record of Death - issued on May 3, 2000:
    Abraham Daniel Shank died on April 17, 1930 at the age of 73 in Bloomfield Township in LaGrange County, Indiana
    cause of death: cancer of the face.
    place of buried: unrecorded
    funeral home: Caton Brothers

    Death Certificate Information
    spouse: Helen Shank
    Physician: C.H. Shenck
    record 1, book G, page 70; recorded 4/19/1930.

Bertha Leona Shank

F, #12953, b. 30 September 1883
Father*Abraham Daniel Shank1 b. Nov 1857, d. 17 Apr 1930
Mother*Helen Gertrude Mabie1 b. 22 Nov 1863, d. 22 Dec 1949
Married Name Her married name was Deter. 
Birth*30 September 1883 Bertha Leona Shank was born on 30 September 1883 at Bloomfield Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.2 
(Witness) CensusJune 1900 Bertha Leona Shank appeared on the census of June 1900 in the household of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie at Lima Township, LaGrange County, Indiana,
; Abraham Shank, Head, W, M, Nov 1857, 42, M, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, Farm Laborer
Hellen G. Shank, Wife, W, F, Nov 1863, 36, M, 18, 5 born, 4 living children, Indiana, Ohio, New York
Bertha L Shank, Daughter, W, F, Sept 1884, 15, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Pearl A Shank, Daughter, W, F, Aug 1888, 11, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Ethel E Shank, Daughter, W, F, Mar 1890, 10, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Waldom W. Shank, Son, W, M, Feb 1898, 2, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana.3 
Marriage*24 May 1910 Bertha Leona Shank married Ora L. Deter on 24 May 1910 at LaGrange County, Indiana.4 
Death* Bertha Leona Shank died at Howe, LaGrange County, Indiana.1 

Family

Ora L. Deter b. 8 Mar 1878

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Births of LaGrange Co 1880-1920 list a birth from Abraham and Hellen on Sept 30, 1883.
    Her application for a marriage license she states her birth as September 30, 1883 and born in Bloomfield twp, LaGrange co., Indiana.
  3. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Lima, Lagrange, Indiana; Roll: T623 383; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 76.
  4. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Recorded in Book 10 page 69.

Ora L. Deter

M, #12954, b. 8 March 1878
Birth*8 March 1878 Ora L. Deter was born on 8 March 1878 at Clearspring Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.1 
Census*1900 Ora L. Deter appeared on the census of 1900 at Clearspring Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.
Reuben Deter, Head, W, M, Oct 1833, 66, Married for 43 years, born in Ohio, parents born in Pennsylvania, he was a farmer on his own non-mortgaged farm
Sarah Deter, Wife, F, W, Sep 1836, 63, Married for 43 years, 8 children born, 6 still living, born in Ohio, father born at sea, mother in Pennsylvania
Ora Deter, Son, W, M, Mar 1878, 22, Single, born in Indiana. He was a farm laborer.2 
Marriage*24 May 1910 He married Bertha Leona Shank, daughter of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie, on 24 May 1910 at LaGrange County, Indiana.3 
Anecdote*12 September 1918 Ora L Deter of Boon, RR1, Lagrange, Lagrange, Indiana, born 8 Mar 1878, registered for the draft on September 12, 1918, at Lagrange, Lagrange County, Indiana. He was Farming for himself at the above address. His nearest living relative was his wife at the above address. He was white, short of medium build, with blue eyes and light brown hair.4 

Family

Bertha Leona Shank b. 30 Sep 1883

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Application for Mariage states his birthdate as March 8, 1878.
  2. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Clearspring Township, Lagrange, Indiana; (Roll: T623 383); ED 72, Page: 1B, Family 19.
  3. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Recorded in Book 10 page 69.
  4. [S338] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://www.ancestry.com/search/rectype/default.aspx?rt=39, Roll 1613152.

Ethel Estella Shank

F, #12955, b. 11 March 1892, d. 7 October 1969
Father*Abraham Daniel Shank1 b. Nov 1857, d. 17 Apr 1930
Mother*Helen Gertrude Mabie1 b. 22 Nov 1863, d. 22 Dec 1949
Married Name Her married name was Rayle. 
Birth*11 March 1892 Ethel Estella Shank was born on 11 March 1892 at LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana.1 
(Witness) CensusJune 1900 Ethel Estella Shank appeared on the census of June 1900 in the household of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie at Lima Township, LaGrange County, Indiana,
; Abraham Shank, Head, W, M, Nov 1857, 42, M, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, Farm Laborer
Hellen G. Shank, Wife, W, F, Nov 1863, 36, M, 18, 5 born, 4 living children, Indiana, Ohio, New York
Bertha L Shank, Daughter, W, F, Sept 1884, 15, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Pearl A Shank, Daughter, W, F, Aug 1888, 11, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Ethel E Shank, Daughter, W, F, Mar 1890, 10, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Waldom W. Shank, Son, W, M, Feb 1898, 2, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana.2 
Marriage*5 December 1911 Ethel Estella Shank married Cecil Jackson Rayle on 5 December 1911 at LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana.3 
Death*7 October 1969 Ethel Estella Shank died on 7 October 1969 at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay, Hancock County, Ohio, at age 77.4,1 

Family

Cecil Jackson Rayle b. 1 Oct 1890, d. 17 Sep 1972
Children

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Lima, Lagrange, Indiana; Roll: T623 383; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 76.
  3. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, Marriage application: December 5, 1911
    Cecil was in farming in LaGrange Co.
    Recorded in book 10, page 557.
  4. [S1] Ancestry.com, Ohio Deaths, 1908-1932, 1938-1944, and 1958-2002.
  5. [S206] Email sent to John MayBee the MayBee Society database coordinator:from Nancy Rayle at e-mail address, 15 April 2003.

Pearl Ann Shank

F, #12956, b. 31 August 1888
Father*Abraham Daniel Shank1 b. Nov 1857, d. 17 Apr 1930
Mother*Helen Gertrude Mabie1 b. 22 Nov 1863, d. 22 Dec 1949
Married Name Her married name was Bandow. 
Married Name Her married name was McKenzie. 
Birth*31 August 1888 Pearl Ann Shank was born on 31 August 1888 at Indiana.2 
(Witness) CensusJune 1900 Pearl Ann Shank appeared on the census of June 1900 in the household of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie at Lima Township, LaGrange County, Indiana,
; Abraham Shank, Head, W, M, Nov 1857, 42, M, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, Farm Laborer
Hellen G. Shank, Wife, W, F, Nov 1863, 36, M, 18, 5 born, 4 living children, Indiana, Ohio, New York
Bertha L Shank, Daughter, W, F, Sept 1884, 15, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Pearl A Shank, Daughter, W, F, Aug 1888, 11, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Ethel E Shank, Daughter, W, F, Mar 1890, 10, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana, At School
Waldom W. Shank, Son, W, M, Feb 1898, 2, S, Indiana, Ohio, Indiana.3 
Marriage* Pearl Ann Shank married William McKenzie.1 
Marriage* Pearl Ann Shank married Alex Bandow.1 
Death* Pearl Ann Shank died at Elkhart, Elkhart County, Indiana.1 

Family 1

William McKenzie b. 14 Nov 1880
Children

Family 2

Alex Bandow b. 30 Nov 1886

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, August 1888 date is taken from the 1900 Census.
    MOM SAYS AUG 31, 1888?
  3. [S90] 1900 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Lima, Lagrange, Indiana; Roll: T623 383; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 76.

Perry E. Shank

M, #12957, b. 10 March 1886, d. December 1893
Father*Abraham Daniel Shank1 b. Nov 1857, d. 17 Apr 1930
Mother*Helen Gertrude Mabie1 b. 22 Nov 1863, d. 22 Dec 1949
Birth*10 March 1886 Perry E. Shank was born on 10 March 1886 at LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana.2 
Death*December 1893 He died in December 1893 at LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana, at age 7.3 
Burial*1893 He was buried in 1893 at Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, LaGrange County, Indiana. Inscription "S 1/2 Original Plot, lot 32."1 

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, The date is speculated at due a list of birth from 1880 to 1920 in LaGrange Co.
  3. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line, December 1895. recorded in book H-12 page 1??.

Paul Marion McKenzie

M, #12959, b. circa 1914
Father*William McKenzie1 b. 14 Nov 1880
Mother*Pearl Ann Shank1 b. 31 Aug 1888
Birth*circa 1914 Paul Marion McKenzie was born circa 1914 at Indiana.2 

Citations

  1. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.
  2. [S303] 1930 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Elkhart, Elkhart, Indiana; Roll: 584; Page: 28B; Enumeration District: 14; Image: 827.

William McKenzie

M, #12960, b. 14 November 1880
Birth*14 November 1880 William McKenzie was born on 14 November 1880 at Indiana.1,2 
Marriage* He married Pearl Ann Shank, daughter of Abraham Daniel Shank and Helen Gertrude Mabie.3 

Family

Pearl Ann Shank b. 31 Aug 1888
Children

Citations

  1. [S303] 1930 United States Census, online ancestry.com, Elkhart, Elkhart, Indiana; Roll: 584; Page: 28B; Enumeration District: 14; Image: 827.
  2. [S338] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://www.ancestry.com/search/rectype/default.aspx?rt=39
  3. [S243] GenBridge® from Family Origins ver 10 file of Ann Doyle Christmann on James B. Mabie line.