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Date: 3 Dec 1997
From: Jack L. Green, jlbgreen@worldnet.att.net
Looking for information on a Roland W. "Buddy" BOSWELL. Born ca. 1924Oklahoma, served USMC WWII. Married in San Diego County about 1943. Had one known child, a daughter. Moved to Carlsbad, NM by 1946. Mayhave moved back to California by mid 50's. Mother was living in Altus Oklahoma in 1956. Sister with married name of KING living in Carlsbad, NM and running a cafe. Any information appreciated.
Date: 3 Dec 1997
From: Jeff Fancy, beachdogz@classic.msn.com
I am looking for any information on my great grandfather Captain Edwin B. DUNNELLS. He was a San Diego harbor pilot beginning around 1880's. His father was Captain Samuel Sumner DUNNELLS who also was a San Diego harbor pilot and began the first hotel in San Diego (1860's). My grandmother was Nellie Evelyn DUNNELLS, daughter of Edwin. She had a sister Elizabeth (DUNNELLS) MUELLER.
Date: 3 Dec 1997
From: Jeannie Winter, jwinter588@aol.com
Need help finding family or anyone with knowledge of William GIBSON born 20 Apr 1898 and deceased Vista, San Diego Co., CA Sep 1963, SSN issued South Dakota before 1951. Believe he is grandson of my Grandfather Richard EGGLESTON's sister Orilla (EGGLESTON) GIBSON of Bixby/Seim, SD, born c1855 daughter of Alpheus EGGLESTON (Alpheus b 4 Jul 1830 Portage Co. OH, d Osceola, IA 9 May 1905 and Mary BEUTELON d. Osceola, Clarke Co., IA 15 May 1892). Orilla & husband Joseph W. GIBSON were living in Bixby, South Dakota and also known to live in Sein, SD. Orilla was still alive in SDak in 1925. 13th U. S Census Vol. 24, 1910 - Orilla, age 55, and Joseph W. GIBSON, age 60, living in Moreau Precinct. They had two children - son Jack GIBSON listed on same census page, age 30, widower with two sons living with him - William, age 7 and Harold, age 1. Joseph and son Jack both listed as occupation "farm operator". I have Orilla and Joseph's Osceola, Clarke Co., IA marriage record (1877).
Their son Jack GIBSON born in IA three years (1880) after Joseph and Orilla were married. At some point, they left Clarke Co.with two of my Grandpa's other sisters for Nebraska before separating and turning northward to South Dakota. My grandfather was Clarke Co., IA Marshall when tragically killed on duty in the 22 November 1917 Osceola town fire & explosion. My Grandpa's family became scattered and lost touch. I have much genealogy and family history to freely share with Orilla's and William's descendants, including 7 documented lines of direct Mayflower descent.
Ms. Jeannie Ann Winter, 1429 Shadywood Rd., Norfolk, VA 23513
Date: 3 Dec 1997
From: Sharon Dugan, mrbill@palacenet.net
I would like to obtain any information regarding John TETZLAFF, who was originally from Wisconsin, born in 1905 and died in San Diego approximately 1940-1945. His body was shipped back to Wisconsin for burial.
Date: 3 Dec 1997
From: Ileine Burke, terry@castles.com
I need help finding the family of William H. and Emma GRANBERRY. William resided in National City. DOD 4 October 1962. William and Emma had children, I have photos. William is my Gr. Aunt Virginia B. NICHOLS son. Have been unable to find the parents of Virginia B. NICHOLS and her brother Norman H. NICHOLS. Virginia passed away in 1938 at the age of 82.
Date: 26 Dec 1997
From: Lisa K. Bird, lisabird@earthlink.net
I would like to hear from anyone who has any information regarding the family of Ellen Kay LINCOLN. Ellen was born at Mercy Hospital in San Diego on 20 Nov 1966 and was delivered by Dr. Zuconi. Her mother was 18 at the time of Ellen's birth and was born in California in June 1948 was 5'6" and had brown hair and green eyes. The family was catholic and the grandfather was a steel construction worker by trade. The grandmother and grandfather would have been 39 and 50 respectively at the time of Ellen's birth. If you have any information regarding the mother and siblings of Ellen Kay LINCOLN please e-mail me.
Date: 26 Dec 1997
From: Deborah L. Crossman, PWNgroup@aol.com
I am trying to obtain genealogical information (ascendants and descendants) about my great grandmother, Anna PISKAC, born in Czechoslovakia between September 19, 1889 and September 18, 1890. She immigrated into the U.S. and apparently settled in Chicago, Illinois prior to September of 1909 (prior to age 19), probably with her other siblings (at least two sisters, Emily and unknown) and their mother (name unknown). Anna was definitely living in Chicago, Illinois in September of 1909. Anna supposedly migrated from Illinois to Southern California (likely San Diego County) some time after September, 1909, probably with, or following, her mother and certain other siblings and neices/nephews, and quite possibly around 1926-1927. She married and had children with Harry MANSFIELD, apparently staying in San Diego County after ~1926-1927, but I do not know whether she was married in Chicago (Cooke County, Illinois) or San Diego County, or which location the children were born in. Anna's sister, Emily (PISKAC) MARTIN, lived in San Diego County (La Mesa) with her husband James ("Hap") MARTIN during a good part of the latter 20th century (both deceased at an elderly age during the 1980's), and had a daughter named Veronica ("Vera") MARTIN. Vera's married name was FAGUNDES. It is thought that Anna's eldest sister (name unknown) had a daughter named D. (probably Dorothy or Dorothea) (PISKAC) METZGER who currently resides in Poway (San Diego County) and is in her 80's. She apparently has no children (she is still living). As an aside, Anna had a son, born 18 Sep 1909 in Chicago, Illinois, with Walter Perry JOHNSON, a Hall of Fame (1936 induction) baseball pitcher for the Washington Senators. His location at son's DOB was Omaha, Nebraska. They were unwed. The son was named Thomas Walter JOHNSON. He was raised by Anna's mother, around or with various cousins. He moved from Chicago to San Diego when he was 17-18 years of age, which would have been ~1926-27. At age ~19 (~1928), he married Kathleen Daisy ARGO and had a daughter on May 30, 1932, Noreen Joan JOHNSON. Thomas died on October 31, 1971. Noreen married Robert Frank CROSSMAN (born in Michigan on September 28, 1929), and had five children (Deborah, Martin, Kenneth, Rodney and Terese CROSSMAN) -- all seven CROSSMAN's are still living. Any information that could be provided on this family tree would be greatly appreciated.
Date: 27 December 1997
From: Gordon Bush, gbush@ismi.net
I am searching for descendants of Charles Ellis BUSH. I contacted the church listed below and they were unwilling to help me. Charles was my uncle that disappeared over 30 years ago. I would like to locate any of his children. I have a copy of his death certificate and it gives no more info.
SS # :363-28-7002. Last zip code 92038
The San Diego Union-Tribune, DEATH AND FUNERAL NOTICES, 16 May 1995 Tuesday
BUSH -- Charles "Chod". Born 11-17-24. Died 5-13-95 of heart failure. Survived by 3 children, 1 grandchild and 1 great-grandchild. Services will be at St. James By the Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla on Saturday, 5/20/95 at 4 p.m. St James By-The-Sea, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla, San Diego County, CA 92037-4290
Date: 27 Dec 1997
From: Cathy Barnes, bbarnes@cswnet.com
Looking for information about Otis Floyd (Buck) ICENOGLE died in or near San Diego, CA on 2 April 1991. He was married to Katherine Ruth Estelle JONES.
From: Sandy Anders, anders@fbtc.net
I am interested in obtaining information about my father, Harold
Gene LONG, born in Marshall, TX on 19 Jul 1911. He lived
around Oceanside, California in the 1930's and 1940's. His California
wife's first name was Patricia (maiden name unknown). He owned
and operated a circus/midway called Long's United Shows. It burned
to the ground in the late 1940's and he moved to Houston, Tx in
the early 50's and remarried. He died over 23 years ago when I
was a teenager and I am interested in finding out about his earlylife,
wife, other children. Any help is appreciated.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Clyde Vanderbrouk, rpckvv@flash.net
I am looking for any information relating to Castanos & Theresa PAINE who emigrated from Maine in approximately 1869 and settled in the Poway area. It is my understanding that Castanos was the first postmaster at Poway and later lived in the San Pasqual and Julian areas. My wife is his great- great grandaughter. I understand that there are biographical sketches of Mr. PAINE in the 1883 and 1907 histories of San Diego County and I've been told that the San Diego newspaper did an article (perhaps more than one) before his death in March, 1913 (?). I am willing to reimburse expenses associated with copying, etc.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Dan Replogle, dlraps@noblecan.org
Seeking death information on IDEN, Mary E. wife of Alpheus J. Iden who died Oct. 28, 1919.
Seeking death information on CANON, John J. husband of Millie Canon who died Feb. 11, 1950. Note that John J. died before Millie died.
Seeking person to do obit lookup on these persons and CANON, Millie death Feb. 11, 1950--run over by steam locomotive
If there is a newspaper story about this death, would like the story too.
Happened in La Mesa, California south of Lemon Ave. San Diego and Arizona Eastern Railway tracks.
Obit for Alpheus J. IDEN who died Oct. 28, 1919. Was living at 3372 Anna St. East San Diego, California at the time.
Once again, would like obits and death information for these four people. If someone will do this as a favor to another genealogist, great. If not, I will be glad to pay for your time and professional services. Indiana is a long way from California.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Dag Svartås, dsvart@online.no
I am an Norwegian genalogist. I have found that an ancestor of mine, RAFFLE HALSETH, or RAFFEL HALSETH, preacher, died in San Diego, California around 1910-1920. He lived in the area of Campbell in his yonger days. I would be very grateful for information about names and adresses of relatives of him now living. If you can't help me in this matter, perhaps you know of someone who can? Hope to hear from you soon
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Katrina, relatives@home.com
Looking for information on JAMES MILTON ROBINSON born Oct 23, 1841 MO, and came to Northern San Diego County with older brother Richard "Dick" Biddle ROBINSON in 1880's. Couldn't get clear title to some of the old mission land, so Dick went up and layed out Long Beach where he settled and died. Milton or James (not sure which he went by) stayed in Oceanside area. I've traced line to 1600's on mother's side, and on Robinson's line to 1720's. Would love to learn more. Other brothers: "Jack" JOHN Clark, CA Congressman: DAVID VanLear, and WILLIAM "Bill" T. who also came to California, but scattered through out. ANY information on these ROBINSON's appreciated! Still searching R's grandmother line, etc.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Robert E. Titus Jr., retphoto@aol.com
I am searching for any connection to Edward Edwin TITUS, moved to San Diegoprior to 1933, Married a woman who's first name was either Ina, Ira, or Ida...Possible children Gordon TITUS, Margery PATTERSON (PETTERSON?), others(?)
If you know of any connections please email me...I am working on the family tree for Edward (my Ggrandfather)
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: John & Pam Williams, twobears@lookingglass.net
I was adopted in San Diego, CA and my birthparents (BOLTON and HOOTEN) gave me up for adoption on July 29,1957. I was wondering if there was any way to find out my mother's first name and possibly her age in 1957. Hooten was my mother's maiden name. Also I would like to find out my father's first name. Thank you for your reply. Please let me know if any further information would be help.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Reginald J. G. Heber, heber@gan.net
Seeking info re HEBER, Reginald Lafayette. Said to have been a lawyer defending a person, believed last name KIRKELIE or HAFTO, in late 1901 or early 1902, in San Diego. HEBER's age at that time would probably have been between 25 and 35. I would also appreciate knowing for whom Heber Avenue in Calexico was named. My father's name was Reginald Kirkelie HEBER. Born in Nov 1903 of Althea (TURI) KIRKELIE (of San Diego), his birthplace unknown (but said to be San Antonio TX but so far unproved). Any info re any HEBERs living in the area in around trhe turn of the century will be most appreciated.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Gary Smith, hike2day@mail.talon.net
I am interested in hearing from anyone who might have information on a Lloyd DEGLER who died in San Diego, CA in 1966. He would have been about 79 years of age at his death. If it is the same person I'm looking for he would have originated in PA. He was my grandmother's father who left the family when she was 16 never to be seen again.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Arthur A. Hatfield, ferenczy@mscomm.com
Looking for any information on my wife's father, Forrest Gene MASKINS. He was married to Lloy E. JOHN, Barbara Ann HUEBNER, and possibly Geraldine BRAMLETT. He lived between San Diego and Long Beach until his death in July 1990. I am looking for any marraige, birth, or death records. Will pay for information. I also have a lot of information on the HATFIELD family, and the FAIRBANKS familys. Please contact me with any information you may have.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Carol Logan, CL5639@prodigy.net
Looking for information on my great uncle Theodore "Jack" LOGAN. Born ca. 1911 in IL. Son of Sherman LOGAN and Mary Ann DYER. In 1948 in US Navy. Living in San Diego CA in 1953.
Date: 7 Feb 1998
From: Ron Kyes, scotland1@iname.com
Wanted: Need copies of 5 obits from the local San Diego paper. Have dates and page numbers (location). Will pay all costs involved. Any assistance will be appreciated!
Date: 07 Feb 1998
From: Nora Probasco, nprobasco@earthlink.net
I am interested in PROBASCO surname info, family trees and research. I am starting a central PROBASCO database to direct researchers to others who are researching their line. The PROBASCO's have been in San Diego County since the early 1900's.
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Waneta Cutshaw Batten, wbatten@hotmail.com
Searching for info on George William CUTSHAW b 29 July
1886. Father was Charles C. CUTSHAW, mother Mary PILKINGTON
b England. George lived in La Jolla, San Diego Co.,CA. when he
died 22 Aug 1973. Will exchange info. Waneta Cutshaw Batten, 62575
Sail Bay Drive, Cassopolis, MI 49031
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Craig H. Stone, gmouser@usa.net
I am searching for any information on a Joseph RESCH, a German immigrant who died between 1938-1939 in San Diego County of a heart or brain related attack. He was married to Flora WALKER before 1931 and had two childern Rose and Rachel RESCH. The only other possible relations are thought to have remained in Germany. One name being Marie, suggested as either a sister or daughter, possibly of step-relation. I have literally no other information about him or any of his family. An information or records would be greatly appreciated.
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Randall Glenn, glenclan@pacbell.net
I am seeking any information related to Josephine Hunter BISHOP or possibly Josephine BISHOP. She was (is?) my birth mother. I was born in San Diego in February 21, 1956. The adoption went though on September 11, 1956. San Diego Superior Court document number 204790 (Honorable Judge Arthur L. Mundo, presiding). I know I was _born_ in the Grossmont District Hospital in La Mesa. The attorney handling the adoption was Minnie N. Maguire. It is imperative that I get in touch with her (or atleast get access to her death/medical records) as there are questions concerning a congenital heart condition I am afflicted with.
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Allen F. Armstrong, frenchorn@worldnet.att.net
EATON, Hubert K. d. abt Sept. 1965 in La Mesa, San Diego, CAHubert K. EATON was my great uncle and I am trying to locate his daughter, Betty EATON, who may still live in the area and who may be a fine artist who has exhibited locally. I am also interested in his obituary, if that exists, as well as a copy of a biography which may have appeared in "California of The South " by John S. McGroarty (S. J. Clarke Publishing Co., Inc. Chicago, Illinois -1933). The biography appears in Vol. 4, P.713. California Local History- ROCQ-16327.Additional details on Hubert K. EATON: b. July 15, 1899 in Champaign, Il. m. M.Marie WEAVER (1st wife) on May 13, 1922 in Champaign, Il. Father: Charles William EATON Mother: Effie Umbarger. Any additional information greatly appreciataed. Will reimburse for postage, photocopiues, etc. Thank you very much. Allen F. Armstrong 3087 Stonebrook Rd. Lisle, Il 60532 (630) 548-9725 (630)548-9726 (fax)
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Robert S. Lingo, rslingo@erols.com
LINGO, Edward H.: Looking for information on the death of Edward H. LINGO, who was retired and living in Coronado in 1925. Probably died sometime between1925-1930, but maybe as late as up till 1935, when his widow is listed as living in Dallas TX.
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Wally, dude50s@aol.com
William Wesley KITTS, living in Escondido 1950s. b. Jun 25 1904 in L.A. Sisters: Leona Alice b. may 12, 1907 and Dorothy Adele. Need info on wife, children.
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: April Robbins, arobbins@csulb.edu
Please advise if you have info on these early San Diego city families: COTA, PENA, AGUAYO/AGUALLO who were in the city by 1850 from Baja California (COTA), Sonora, MX (PENA) and Guaymas, MX (AGUAYO).
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Michael Phelps, aspengld@aspengold.com
I am looking for information on the parents of John Frank SPENCER, b. 23 Aug 1865 in Julian CA. John Frank's father was probably named James SPENCER, prob. b. England, prob m. ____ VERDUGO or VERDUGA. Father was English teacher in Julian. James had at least one other son, Joseph or Martin SPENCER, and possibly as many as three additional children. John Frank SPENCER m. ca 1888 Mary Agnes CHAVEZ, b. 28 July 1868, Los Angeles.
Date: 21 Feb 1998
From: Owen, brenda@owens.force9.co.uk
I am seeking information and descendants of James Clinton FERGUSON- Born 29 March 1874 at Abbey St. Bathams, Berwickshire, Scotland-. Married to Margaret from Dumfries, Scotland. They had at least one son. James emigrated from Berwickshire circa.1900. He had "FERGUSON'S BAKERY" 826 The Broadway, San Diego, California. I am willing to share my family research in Scotland.
Date: 28 Mar 1998
From:Wanda Stephens, wandasteph@aol.com
Seeking more info on James J. JEFFERY, b. 20 Aug 1823 in Biddenden, Co.Kent, England, the son of William JEFFERY and Mary Ann (Wimset) JEFFERY. Marr. Rachel Higgins FISHER on 20 Nov 1850 in Lisbon, Waukesha Co, WI. Died 22 Aug 1892 at San Diego, CA. James J Jeffery probably went to CA in the early 1850's. His sons were Charles Henry JEFFERY, George Ashley JEFFERY, William James JEFFERY, Fletcher Milton JEFFERY, Richard Everett JEFFERY, and Edward Austin JEFFERY.
From: Paul & Mary Jane Petersen, marypaul@tgi.net
I am searching for information on a Joaquin Zazueta 1828-1908, who moved from San Francisco in the late 1870's early 1880's to San Diego. He was listed in the San Francisco city directory late 1860's to late 1870's as a Jeweler. I found him in the San Diego city directory once as a Spanish teacher in the early 1900's. He was married to a Victoria Estudillo, when and where I do not know. Joaquin died in march (I think) of 1908, I found him listed in the San Diego obits........services or memorial was in St. Josephs catholic church. I am seeking any one who has more information on him or any information on the Zazueta surname. Zazueta is of Basque origin.
From: Charlotte Jones, vpuma@netbridge.net
I am trying to find my great-grandfather, J.S. SMITH and have informatiot that he may have died in National City, San Diego County, California, 6 October 1932. He was supposed to have been buried in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in San Diego. I would like to get a copy of his obituary which may give me enough information to decide it this is indeed my great-grandfather. Where can I get a copy of his obituary?
Date: 28 Mar 1998
From: Gina SHUTT, kars@anv.net
I am looking for Anna Elizabeth (MURRAY) OBNEY. She was born ca 1856, probably Ohio, married 01 January 1872 to John Cook OBNEY. His obituary states that his wife was then residing in California with a daughter, it also says the daughter lived in Coronado but didn't specify which daughter. There is one unknown daughter, Josephine, Maud, Grace, Jessie and Georgia. John died 01 September 1918. Any help is appreciated.
Date: 28 Mar 1998
From: Elli England, mebrigs@earthlink.net
I am looking for anyone knowing, or related to "Gene" FETTY. I believe he is still in San Diego and would be about 60-65 years of age. I am told he might have been a bike (motorcross?) championship racer in the San Diego or El Cajon area in the 1960's and was married and had 3 children. Would like to exchange information regarding my parents: the Libolts. Any information would be appreciated.
Date: 28 Mar 1998
From: Shirley York Anderson, york47@prodigy.net
I am looking for information about Maxwell GRAY. He was born c.1908 in Oregon, probably in Blaine, Tillamook Co. where his family lived. In 1975 he was living in San Diego CA but I cannot find him in current online phone books or in the Social Security Death Index.
He was or is the son of Leroy Perry Gray and Martha Emily Aldrich. Martha's mother was the sister of my greatgrandmother.
Max was born after the Brewster Genealogy and the Aldrich genealogy were printed (my starting point on the research of this family). I just learned of his existence this week. I have no idea whether he marriedand had children or when he moved to San Diego.
Date: 28 Mar 1998
From: John R. Carpenter, jrcrin001@juno.com
I am working on a CARPENTER CD Project due out at the turn of the century. I have 34k of Carpenters and related names. If you are researching CARPENTERS of San Diego County, I have many. I am based in La Mesa, San Diego, CA. I will answer all queries.
John R. Carpenter, 5850 Yorkshire Ave., La Mesa, CA 91942-2821 U.S.A. , (619) 466-5735 Voice (619)466-591O Fax E-Mail: jrcrin001@juno.com
Date: 28 Mar 1998
From: Vicky Stozich, vstozich@aol.com
Would like to correspond with descendants of Walter Hodson b. 12 Dec 1879 in PA. Died Nov 1966 Oceanside CA. I believe Walter was the son of George and Mary Hodson. George was the son of Thomas and Mary Hodson.
From: rodney kadow, rjk@arcology.net
we are having a family reunion july 11th in san diego looking for relative cousins etc. from the rincon indian reservation with the last name calac,constatino,are you related to clemente,claria,john,bee,alberta calac, or earl constantino please email me my name is betty kadow and my mothers is betty jean constatino email me and i will tell you the details. We want every one to come it will be fun to meet relatives we never new we had thanks alot betty kadow (molloy)constantino. i live in northern california but all my family lives in san diego.
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