CHAPTER I

HENRY LAWTON

 

First Generation

 

1. Henry 1 LAWTON, son of JOSIAH T. LAWTON and BETSY BRADLEY, was born in Gouverneur, St. Lawrence, New York 20 FEB 1811. Henry died 8 FEB 1896 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, at 84 years of age. His body was interred FEB 1896 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

He married twice. He married Elizabeth NEWTON in Fowler, St. Lawrence, New York, 9 MAR 1832 in the Methodist Episcopal Church. Elizabeth was born 1812. She died 11 FEB 1853 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 40 years of age. He married Sarah A. MERRICK Ottawa Co, Michigan, 26 MAY 1856. Sarah was born in Mt. Gilead, Miami, Ohio 09 NOV 1819, the daughter of Amos MERRICK and Catherine BONECUTTER. She had married Jacob TURNER before 1849. Jacob and Sarah had daughter, Catherine TURNER, who was born about 1849 in Ohio. Nothing more is known about her at the present time. They also had a son, Fillmore W. TURNER, who was born in 1853 in Ohio and married first Sarah CUSICK and then Henriette "Etta" FERGUSON. Fillmore had children Elta L. TURNER, who married Albert J. OMLOR; Clara A. TURNER who died young; Guy F. TURNER, who married Orpha R. (last name unknown); Robert W. TURNER who moved to California and a baby boy, who died a few days after birth. Sarah died 13 APR 1915 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 95 years of age. Her body was interred 16 APR 1915 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. Henry grew up in Fowler, St. Lawrence Co, New York. He and his first wife, Elizabeth, had lived in DeKalb, St. Lawrence County, New York, where they are found in the 1850 census. At the age of 34 (in 1845), he moved to Coopersville along with his parents, his wife and 8 children. A couple of years after arriving in Ottawa County, Henry's wife, Elizabeth, died. Three years later, he remarried Sarah Merrick, by whom he had three more children. She also brought to the household her two children from her previous marriage. Henry had by that time settled on a farm in Dennison, northwest of Coopersville, where he remained for many years. This property adjoined that owned by Lewis Gates, who was married to Henry's niece, Lucy Lawton.

Taken from an affidavit written by Henry Lawton June 20, 1890: "My family in 1862 consisted of seven children including two children that belonged to my wife when I married her. W. F. Turner age 8 years and Catherine age 12y. And my own children were Albert H. Lawton 18 years old. Silas age 15 Charles 12 years. George 4 year and Susan 2 year old."

Coopersville Observer 3/6/1896: In Memoriam.
Henry Lawton was born in Gouverneur, St. Lawrence county, New York, February 20, 1811. He died at his home in Coopersville, February 8, 1896. Mr. Lawton's ancestors came from Wales, and his great grandfather was a Quaker preacher in Rhode Island. His father, Josiah T. Lawton, was born December 5, 1785, in Rhode Island, and was married to Betsey Bradley in Gouverneur, New York, November 26, 1809. By this union there were born eight children, six boys and two girls. Four of the boys are still living.

Henry Lawton was married to Elizabeth Newton, March 9, 1832. To them were born nine children, five boys and four girls. Silas W. died in infancy. Betsy, wife of Albert Randall, died in March, 1857. Sarah A., wife of Joseph Brown. Alma E., wife of R. S. McLain. Lucinda L., widow of James Peterson. Albert H., who died in the army December 8, 1862. Lyman P., Silas W. and Charles B. He moved with his family to Michigan about the year 1850, and three years later his wife died. He then settled on his farm near Dennison, and on May 26, 1856, was married to Sarah Merrick. To this union there were born three children, George A., Susie, wife of C. O. Smith, and Malvin R.

Mr. Lawton was one of the old settlers here and endured the hardships of pioneer life. He was always respected for his honesty and integrity of character. The funeral services were held in the F. M. Church, Elder J. C. Mead officiating. Text, Rom. 8:18.

From Link Collection: "HARRIS, Mrs. M. visited by aunt Mrs. Sarah Lawton age 93, of GR 8-1912"

The Grand Rapids Herald, Thursday, April 15, 1915, Page 6: MRS. SARAH LAWTON - Mrs. Sarah Lawton, 96 years old, died yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Smith, Knapp avenue, N.E. The body will be taken to Coopersville for services and burial.

The Coopersville Observer, April 23, 1915, Pg 5, Column 4: OBITUARY
Sarah A. Lawton died Tuesday, April 13, 1915 at the home of her daughter Mrs. C. O. Smith in Grand Rapids, aged 95 years, 5 months and 4 days.

Sarah A. Merrick was born in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, November 9, 1819, and was married to Jacob Turner. To this union were born two children, Catherine and Filmore W. Turner. She was left a widow in 1853 and married Henry Lawton, May 26, 1856. To this union were born three children, George A., Susie and Malvin R. She is survived by four children, three step-children, Alma E. McClain, Lyman P. and Charles B. Lawton and a throng of grand and great grand children, who dearly loved her.

She was converted in early life and has always been a faithful and devoted Christian to the last. The funeral was held in the F. M. Church at Coopersville on Friday at 2 p.m., Rev. H. D. F. Ganin officiating. Text, Job 8:22. The casket was covered with beautiful flowers, tributes of sympathy from loving friends.

Henry LAWTON and Elizabeth NEWTON had the following children:

2 i. Silas W. 2 LAWTON was born in New York ABT 1833. Silas died ABT 1833 in New York. No gravesite has yet been found for Silas, but he died in St.Lawrence County before the family moved to Michigan.

3 ii. Betsey A. LAWTON was born in St. Lawrence Co, New York in 1834. Betsey died MAR 1857 in Michigan, at 22 years of age. She married Silas "Albert" RANDALL in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, 20 MAY 1852 soon after she had moved to Ottawa County with her family. Albert was born in Michigan CA 1835. They were married just 5 years before Sarah died, and they had no children. There were no death records kept at that time, as the area was still wilderness, so the cause of her death is not known. Silas was listed in the 1867-68 Grand Rapids City Directory as a carpenter, residence 6 W. Park Place. It is thought that Silas remarried, as he is shown in the 1880 census in VanBuren County, Michigan as a widower with children Emerson, Albert and Jennie.

His occupation was listed as section boss. He died AFT 1896.

+ 4 iii. Sarah Almira "Sally" LAWTON was born 13 FEB 1837.

+ 5 iv. Alma Elizabeth LAWTON was born 17 JUN 1839.

+ 6 v. Lucinda L. LAWTON was born 31 JAN 1842.

7 vi. Albert H. LAWTON was born in Gouverneur, St. Lawrence, New York 20 NOV 1844. Albert died 8 DEC 1862 in Nashville, Davidson, Tennessee, at 18 years of age from pneumonia while a private in the Civil War in Co. G, 21st Michigan Infantry. His body was interred DEC 1862 in Nashville, Davidson, Tennessee, National Cemetery.

+ 8 vii. Lyman Pearly LAWTON was born 11 APR 1845.

+ 9 viii. Rev. Silas Wright LAWTON was born 24 APR 1848.

+ 10 ix. Charles Bradley LAWTON was born 24 JUN 1850.

Henry LAWTON and Sarah A. MERRICK had the following children:

+ 11 x. George A. LAWTON was born APR 1857.

+ 12 xi. Susan A. LAWTON was born APR 1858.

+ 13 xii. Malvin R. LAWTON was born 13 JAN 1863.

 

 

Second Generation

 

4. Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in Pitcairn, St. Lawrence, New York 13 FEB 1837. Sarah died 5 MAY 1913 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, at 76 years of age.

She married Joseph A. BROWN in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, 28 DEC 1852. Joseph was born in Colerain, Franklin, Massachusetts 7 AUG 1825. Joseph died 17 JUN 1908 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, at 82 years of age. His body was interred JUN 1908 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. He was a Corp. Co. I, 3 Mich Inf.

Sarah moved to Michigan with her family at the age of 13. At the young age of 15, she married Joseph. Joseph was on the original Coopersville Village Council as recorder. In 1866 Joseph was elected clerk of Polkton Twp. and Justice of the Peace. Except for 1869, he remained clerk through at least 1880, when there was a large gap in the records. Joseph was appointed postmaster of Coopersville in October 14, 1867 and served in that capacity until October 1883. He served in the Civil War as a Corporal in Company I, 3rd Michigan Infantry, and received a gunshot wound to his left thigh. Meanwhile, Sarah was left home with the four children they had at that time. The family belonged to the Free Methodist Church. After Joseph died, Sarah lived with James and Margaret Wilder and her daughter and husband, Edith and William Gleason.

The Coopersville Observer, January 2, 1891: Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Brown of Nunica 38th anniversary last Sat.

The Coopersville Observer, June 26, 1908:
DEATH OF JOSEPH BROWN - Joseph Brown died at his residence in Nunica, Mich., June 17, 1908, aged 82 years, 10 months and 10 days.

Mr. Brown was born in Colerain, Franklin county, Mass., August 7, 1825, and came to Michigan in April, 1850. He bought a piece of wild land just north of Coopersville, now owned by L.E. Peck, and was one of the oldest settlers in this locality. He was married December 28, 1852, to Sarah A., oldest daughter of Henry Lawton. He enlisted in Company L., 3rd Reg. Infantry as corporal, May 13, 1861, at Grand Rapids, Mich; was mustered June 10, 1861, and participated in the first battle of Bull Run, battles of Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Malvern Hill, Manassas, the seige of Yorktown and the second battle of Bull Run, and on the second day of this battle, August 29, 1862, he was shot thru the left thigh and left for dead. After three days he was removed to a hospital, and on March 21, 1863, he underwent an operation of excision of the head, neck and trocanter of the left femer, and was discharged from Fairfax Seminary Hospital August 25, 1863.

In the fall of 1867 he was appointed postmaster at Coopersville, which office he held for sixteen consecutive years, and was also Justice of the Peace for several years.

In November, 1883, he moved to Nunica and went in partnership with his son Fremont in the grist-mill which burned about six years ago.

He joined the I.O.O.F. in 1849 in Hyde Park, now Scranton, Penn. He was also a member of the G.A.R., but owing to his disability he could not attend their meetings.

He was a lifelong republican, was a consistent Christian and was honored and respected by all who knew him. To his children he left the heritage of an unblemished life, and to them he was the standard of perfection.

He leaves an aged widow, seven children, 22 grand-children, one great-grand-child and a host of friends. His funeral was held at Nunica Sunday, June 21, and was buried in Coopersville cemetery, Rev. Ingalls officiating. The text was: "Yea, though I walk thru the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."

 

Sarah Almira "Sally" LAWTON and Joseph A. BROWN had the following children:

+ 14 i. Arathusa-Arethusa E. 3 BROWN was born 26 SEP 1854.

+ 15 ii. Fremont BROWN was born 10 OCT 1856.

+ 16 iii. William A. BROWN was born 4 SEP 1858.

+ 17 iv. Edward A. BROWN was born 4 JUL 1860.

18 v. Andrew L. BROWN was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 25 JAN 1864. Andrew died 28 APR 1867 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, at 3 years of age.

+ 19 vi. George P. BROWN was born DEC 1866.

20 vii. Alma V. BROWN was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 29 JAN 1869. Alma died 26 AUG 1869 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, at seven months of age.

+ 21 viii. Almina "Mina" BROWN was born 13 JAN 1872.

+ 22 ix. Joseph P. BROWN Jr. was born 3 AUG 1876.

+ 23 x. Edith J. BROWN was born 30 JAN 1879.

 

5. Alma Elizabeth 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in Fowler, St. Lawrence, New York 17 JUN 1839. Alma died 2 MAR 1917 in Benton Harbor, Berrien, Michigan, at 77 years of age. Her body was interred in 1917 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

She married Rascelas S. MC CLAIN in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, 18 DEC 1859. Rascelas was born in Lincoln Twp, Delaware, Ohio 22 JUN 1832. Rascelas was the son of John S. MC CLAIN and Zillah SCOTT. He had married Sarah Church IRISH in Chester Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, 11 SEP 1851. Sarah had died in Ottawa Co, Michigan 24 FEB 1857 and was buried in Big Spring Cemetery in Chester Twp, Ottawa Co, Michigan. She was the daughter of George and Sophia IRISH. She and Rascelas had had a son who died young (name unknown). They also had a son, Albert D. MC CLAIN, who was born 16 APR 1852 and died 5 DEC 1920. He had lived in the Ottawa County Infirmary from the age of 14. They also had son, Franklin C. MC CLAIN, who was born 14 FEB 1857, married first Julia C. BLAIN and then Amelia (last name unknown). Frank is the only child of Rascelas to grow into adulthood and have children of his own. Rascelas died 9 JUN 1909 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 76 years of age. His body was interred 13 JUN 1909 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. Alma was the second wife of Rascelas. He and Alma must have met near Chester Twp, Michigan where he lived, and they moved to a wilderness area near what is now Cadillac, Michigan between 1860 and 1870. They lived at a lumber camp at Clam Lake, and he kept the boarding house there. He served in Company C, U.S. Sharpshooters in the Civil War 21 Aug 1861-22 Feb 1864. He received a gunshot wound in the right arm at Chancellorsville, Virginia in the battle of Mine Run or Locust Grove, Virginia on November 27, 1863 and was promoted to Corporal. He joined the Free Methodist Church in 1870. Alma's children all died at a very young age. She had a step-son, Franklin, who had children, but had no surviving children of her own. In 1914 Alma lived in Custer.

Coopersville Observer, July 23, 1909:
Rascelas S. McClain was born in the town of Lincoln, Ohio, June 22nd, 1832. He was married to Sarah Irish Sept. 11, 1851. To them was born three sons; two of them still living. His first wife died Feb. 25, 1857 and Dec. 18, 1859, he was married to Alma E. Lawton, who survives him. He enlisted in Co. C. 1st U. S. Sharpshooters Aug. 21, 1861 at Detroit, mustered Aug. 26, 1861, promoted corporal, wounded in action at Chancellorsville, Va., May 3rd, 1863, was discharged at Fairfax, Va., Feb. 21, 1864 on account of gun shot would on the right arm, received in action at Locust Grove, Va., Nov. 27, 1863. He was converted in 1869 and in 1870 joined the Free Methodist church and lived a faithful and consistent Christian life until the end, which came after four weeks illness, June 9th, 1909 at his residence in Coopersville, Mich. The funeral was held at the F. M. church June 13, Rev. S. W. Ingalls officiating.

Obituary of Alma E. Lawton McClain, Unknown Newspaper:
McClain-Alma E. Lawton was born in Fowler, New York, June 17, 1839, and died at the home of her adopted daughter, Mrs. George Brown, at Benton Harbor, March 2, 1917. She came to Michigan with her parents when she was eleven years of age. She was married to R.S. McClain December 18, 1859; was converted in 1869 in Colfax, and joined the Free Methodist Church in 1870, and was a faithful, devoted Christian to the end. She leaves to mourn their loss, four brothers, Lyman P., Chas. B., George A., and Malvin R. Lawton; one step-brother, F.W. Turner and one sister, Mrs. C.O. Smith besides a host of other relatives and friends. Her remains were brought to Coopersville and the funeral was held in the Free Methodist Church, Rev G. W. Cappy officiating. She was laid to rest in the Coopersville cemetery beside her husband, who died June 9, 1909.

 

Alma Elizabeth LAWTON and Rascelas S. MC CLAIN had the following children:

26 i. Edith MC CLAIN was born in Clam Lake, Wexford, Michigan JUN 1875. Edith died JUN 1875 in Clam Lake, Wexford, Michigan, as an infant.

27 ii. Orpha MC CLAIN was born in Clam Lake, Wexford, Michigan JUN 1875. Orpha died 10 JAN 1876 in Clam Lake, Wexford, Michigan, less than one year.

6. Lucinda L. 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in St. Lawrence Co, New York 31 JAN 1842. Lucinda died 20 FEB 1909 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 67 years of age. Her body was interred 23 FEB 1909 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

She married James M. PETERSON in 1859. James was born in North Charleston, New Hampshire 13 OCT 1829. He died 13 JAN 1893 in Kent Co, Michigan, at 61 years of age. His body was interred 17 JAN 1893 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. James and Lucinda lived in Coopersville. In 1860 he was a farmer; in 1870 he worked in a sawmill; and in 1880 was a store clerk. Lucinda moved to Grand Rapids from Coopersville after her husband died.

The Grand Rapids Herald, February 21, 1909, Page 3:
MRS. LUCINDA PETERSON.
Mrs. Lucinda Peterson, aged 67 years, died yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Gertrude Hodgkins, 202 Straight street. Mrs. Peterson was one of the early settlers of Coopersville, but for the past 12 years made her home in this city. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. B. Doyle and Mrs. Hodgkins. Funeral services will be held from the Methodist church at Coopersville at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon.

The Coopersville Observer, February 26, 1909:
Mrs. Lucinda Peterson, one of the pioneers at Coopersville, but during the last twelve years a resident of Grand Rapids, died Saturday at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Gertrude Hodgkins, 202 Straight street. Mrs. Peterson was sixty-seven years of age and is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Hodgkins and Mrs. B. Doyle, both of Grand Rapids. The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Free Methodist church in Coopersville.

Coopersville Observer, January 20, 1893:
Death of James M. Peterson.
    Mr. James M. Peterson died at Grand Rapids on Friday of last week, Jan. 13, and was buried at this place on Monday following.  The funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church at 2 o'clock, conducted by the pastor, Rev. F. A. Smith, and were largely attended by mourning friends and citizens generally.
    Mr. Peterson was born in North Charleston, N. H., Oct. 13, 1829; came to Genesee county, Mich., in 1856; thence to Ottawa county, Sept. 8, 1858.  He was employed by the D. & M. R. R. company several years; was appointed the first deputy postmaster, in December, 1858; was the first man to distribute mail in the village.  He was married in 1859 to Miss Lucinda Lawton, daughter of Mr. Henry Lawton.  He leaves a widow and two daughters to mourn his death.
    Mr. Peterson was one of the very first settlers of Coopersville, and there are only about half a dozen persons now residing in the corporate limits who were here when he came.  In former days he was one of the best known men in this section and highly respected for his many good qualities.

 

Lucinda L. LAWTON and James M. PETERSON had the following children:

28 i. Gertrude M. 3 PETERSON was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 9 APR 1869. She married Unknown HODGKINS. Nothing more is known about her at this time.

+ 29 ii. Cora M. PETERSON was born 10 FEB 1874.

8. Lyman Pearly 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in Fowler, St. Lawrence, New York 11 APR 1845. Lyman died 21 APR 1925 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 80 years of age. His body was interred APR 1925 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

He married twice. He married Margaret Jane "Maggie" HARRIS in Wright Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, 14 JUL 1867. Margaret was born in Wright Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 1851, the daughter of John and Susannah (GRAHAM) HARRIS. Margaret died 1877 in Wexford Co, Michigan, at 26 years of age. Maggie belonged to the Free Methodist Church. She and Lyman were living on their homestead property in Wexford until she got very sick with tuberculosis. They went back to her brother, George's house in Ottawa County to be near a doctor, but she soon died anyway.

He married Sarah Ann SMITH in Cadillac, Wexford, Michigan, 20 AUG 1877. Sarah was born in Danby, Duncan, New York 14 FEB 1852, the daughter of Sanford SMITH and Polly Ann OGDEN. Sarah died 11 MAY 1924 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, at 72 years of age. Her body was interred 14 MAY 1924 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. Sarah was a school teacher from New York State. She was left homeless at an early age and was raised by some people named Tuttle who were mean to her. A brother, Elijah Smith, had her come to Cadillac, Michigan in October 1876 to keep house for him. She married Lyman in 1877, and they moved to South Custer, Michigan in 1900, and in 1918 to Scottville, Michigan. She contracted diabetes in 1912, and got gangrene in her feet and legs, which ended her life in 1924.

LYMAN P. LAWTON DIES AT AGE OF 79(Unknown Newspaper)Lyman P. Lawton died Tuesday noon at the home of his daughter Mrs. Addie McClain, 421 north Robert street, Ludington.

Mr. Lawton was a resident of Scottville for eight years coming here from South Custer where he had lived on a farm since 1901. After moving here he followed the trade of carpentry and although 79 years of age, was very active up until a few months ago when he went to Ludington for the winter months and his health gradually failed. Mr. Lawton was born April 11, 1845 in St. Lawrence county New York. He was twice married, Miss Margaret Harris being his first wife. She was the mother of Mrs. Addie McClain of Ludington the only living child of that marriage.

In 1877 he married Miss Sarah Smith who preceded him in death May 11th 1924. The six living children born of this union are Mrs. Ethel Larr and Mrs. Maud Thompson of Custer, Mrs. Winnifred Standish and Mrs. Lulu McGhan of Scottville, Stowell and Lloyd Lawton of Manton, twenty-five grandchildren, two brothers and one sister also mourn his passing.

A devout Christian, in early life he affiliated with the Free Methodist church of which church he has remained faithful. Services were held from the daughter's home in Ludington at one o'clock and at two o'clock at the Free Methodist church in Scottville with Rev. F. O. Wyman of Custer and Rev. V. R. Russell in charge this afternoon. Interment beside the beloved wife and mother in the Brookside cemetery after 21 Apr 1925 at Mason Co, Michigan, USA.

From Historic Mason County, Michigan, 1980, Mason County Historical Society, Taylor Publishing Company:

Pgs 173-174: LAWTON
Lyman Pearly Lawton, born April 11, 1845 in St. Lawrence County, New York, was of pioneer stock that developed the state of Michigan, pioneering first with his parents with whom he came to southern Michigan when but five years of age.

The Lawtons settled near Coopersville and soon after the mother, Margaret, died leaving a family of eight young children. Their struggles can be imagined only by those who have gone through similar experiences.

When 21 years of age young Lyman married Miss Margaret Harris in Big Springs, Ottawa County about 18 miles from Grand Rapids. A daughter, Addie Lenora, was born July 11, 1868. When Addie was about three years old, Lyman went to a still more undeveloped area about 18 miles from Cadillac at Meawautaka to take up a homestead. He had to stay three months on the homestead. He built a small log house and a barn before returning for his wife and daughter. It took many days and nights to move. When they ran out of bread, wife Margaret rolled out biscuits on the wagon seat and baked them in hot coals of the camp fire. They had to keep fires burning to keep the wolves away.

When the Free Methodist Church was organized, both Lyman and Margaret became early converts.

A baby son George was born to Lyman and Margaret. He lived only three years--all that time being helpless and a great care to his parents. About this time Margaret became ill and was forced to return to her brother George Harris's home where she died at age 28 with tuberculosis when Addie was just 7 1/2 years old.

On August 20, 1877, Lyman married Sarah Ann Smith, a young school teacher from New York state. Sarah had been left homeless at an early age. She was raised by some people named Tuttle who were very mean to her. She taught school in New York state before coming to Michigan upon request of her brother Elijah Smith. It has been said that her brother told her he had a man for her. She was born in Danby, Duncan County, New York on February 14, 1852 and came to Michigan at age 19 where she met Lyman.

Sarah not only became a good mother to Addie but also had seven children of her own. Her family is as follows:

Stowell Ernest b. 3-18-1879 d. 4-28-1974 m. Miss Minnie Garn; children: Floyd, Leah, Evelyn, Verne, Grace, Lois. Earl Chesley b. 7-11-1880 d. 9-11-1881; death caused by whooping cough. Ethel May b. 10-23-1882 d. 1-11-1963 m. Orin Train Larr; children: Virtol, Milford, Bernice, Velma, Ernest and Dora. Maud Pearl b. 7-25-1885 d. 12-23-1958 m. Alfred Thompson; children: Della, Virl, Clarence, Doris, Laurel, June, Earl. Lula Elizabeth b. 5-29-1887 d. 6-12-72 m. Oscar McGhan; children: Lawrence. Winnifred Emma b. 9-5-1892 d. 7-8-1952 m. William Standish; children: Iva, Earl, Roy, Marshall. Lloyd Elijah b. 10-7-1895 m. Mrs. Minnie Laird Peters, and Mrs. Sophia Lyon Salisbury; step children: Myrtle and Earl Peters; Verda, Melbourne, Darwin, Velma and Vonda Salisbury.

In the spring of 1900 the Lawton family moved to Mason County. They started to drive through with the team and wagon. One of the horses balked and laid down. Since they didn't want to drive a balky horse they went back, disposed of things, and took the "state" from Uncle Elijah Smith's store to Cadillac. They took the Grand Rapids and Indiana train to Reed City, and the Pere Marquette train to Custer where they were met by relatives. The Lawtons lived in a house owned by R.S. McClain just south of Resseguie School. Later they lived on the Barrett place (now owned by James Allison), then they lived on South Tuttle Road just north of the Martin farm. Then they bought the farm now owned by Joe Giammalva. The first house they lived in was moved to the farm.

The younger children received all or most of their education at Resseguie School except Lula who went on to be a teacher.

The family raised apples and peaches besides other crops. It was necessary to carry all water from a spring at the foot of the hill near the creek. During this time much of the responsibility of the farm gradually fell upon the shoulders of Lloyd. Also it was during this time that Lula's husband died with tuberculosis. She brought her young son to his grandparents where Grandma Lawton and Aunt Winnie helped to care for him while his mother continued her education.

By 1917 Lloyd was old enough to register for the draft of WWI. The farm and everything was sold except the household furnishings. Lyman and Sarah moved to Scottville on North Thomas Street. Lloyd was called to military service in 1918. Sarah died on Mother's Day on May 11, 1924 with diabetes. After that Lyman lived with daughter Addie at 421 North Robert Street, Ludington. He passed away on April 21, 1925. Both are buried in Brookside Cemetery, Scottville, Michigan.

Daughter Addie's family included Eva, Grace, Hazel, Violet, Floyd, Ford. She married Andrew McClain in Wexford County. Daughter Hazel was a miniature sized person.

Both Sarah and Lyman Lawton were long time faithful members of the Free Methodist Church, with Lyman being a minister for his church.

Lyman Pearly LAWTON and Margaret Jane "Maggie" HARRIS had the following children:

+ 30 i. Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON was born 11 JUL 1868.

31 ii. George LAWTON was born in Colfax, Wexford, Michigan 14 JUL 1872. George died 3 AUG 1875 in Colfax, Wexford, Michigan, at 3 years of age. His body is interred in Wexford County, Michigan, Meauwataka Cemetery. "[George] never being right, was helpless and was a great care for my mother. He lived to be three years old then died."-Addie Lenora Lawton McClain

 

Lyman Pearly LAWTON and Sarah Ann SMITH had the following children:

+ 32 iii. Stowell Ernest LAWTON was born 13 MAR 1879.

33 iv. Earl Chesley LAWTON was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 11 JUL 1880. Earl died 1 SEP 1881 in Colfax, Wexford, Michigan, at 1 year of age from whooping cough. His body is interred in Wexford County, Michigan, Meauwataka Cemetery.

+ 34 v. Ethel May LAWTON was born 23 OCT 1882.

+ 35 vi. Maud Pearl LAWTON was born 25 JUL 1885.

+ 36 vii. Lula Elizabeth LAWTON was born 29 MAY 1887.

+ 37 viii. Winifred Emma LAWTON was born 5 SEP 1892.

38 ix. Lloyd Elijah LAWTON was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 7 OCT 1895. Lloyd died 21 JAN 1980 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 84 years of age. His body was interred 25 JAN 1980 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, Lakeview Cemetery. He married twice. He married Minnie Pearl LAIRD in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, 2 JUL 1927. Minnie was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 27 FEB 1883. She had married Theodore PETERS in Michigan in 1903. She and Theodore had children Myrtle PETERS, who married Edison WRIGHT; Pearl PETERS, who died in infancy; and Earle Leroy PETERS, who was born CA 1908 in Wisconsin and married Vivian Grace HARMON. Minnie died 22 NOV 1958 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 75 years of age. Her body was interred 23 NOV 1958 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, Lakeside Cemetery. He married Sophia Jane LYON in Holland, Ottawa, Michigan, 30 MAY 1960. Sophia was born in Hartford City, Indiana 14 SEP 1893. She had married Rev. Harry SALISBURY in 1910. She and Harry had children Verda SALISBURY who married George WYMA; Melbourne SALISBURY; Rev. Darwin R. SALISBURY; Velma SALISBURY who married Eugene KING; and Vonda SALISBURY who married Roger KRAAK. Sophia died 24 FEB 1982 Ottawa Co, Michigan, at 88 years of age. Her body was interred 26 FEB 1982 in Holland, Ottawa, Michigan, Graafschap Cemetery. Lloyd was a World War I veteran and a Free Methodist. He lived in Manton, Michigan, and in Holland, Michigan in the 1960s, and apparently didn't have children of his own.

 

9. Silas Wright 2 LAWTON, Rev. (Henry 1 ) was born in Fowler, St. Lawrence, New York 24 APR 1848. Silas died 11 JUN 1914 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 66 years of age. His body was interred 14 JUN 1914 at an unknown location.

He married Alice E. PEABODY Ottawa Co, Michigan, 05 JUL 1874. Alice was born in New York OCT 1857, the daughter of Daniel and Mary S. (Woodcock) Peabody. Alice died 4 OCT 1928 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 70 years of age.

In the 1880 census, Silas was listed as a farmer, living in Coopersville. By 1887 he lived in Ravenna, and by 1892 was a farmer in Nunica. In 1990 he was clergyman in Nunica, and 1910 showed him working on the railroad as a carpenter, perhaps to supplement his income? After Silas died, Alice went to live with her daughter, Edith Doddington, in Flint

        The Coopersville Observer, June 19, 1914, Page 5:
        NUNICA MINISTER'S SICKNESS IS FATAL
        Rev. Silas W. Lawton Died in Grand Rapids Last Week Thursday

Rev. Silas Wright Lawton, for many years a Free Methodist pastor, died last week Thursday, June 11th, at the home of his son William, from typhoid complications. He was in his sixty-sixth year and had been superannuated by the Free Methodist Conference some years ago.

The death of Rev. Lawton marks the closing of another career devoted to the welfare of the state of Michigan. During his long years as a minister none had a greater capacity for labor and none was so well received into a community.

Mr. Silas Wright Lawton was born in the village of Fowler, St. Lawrence county, New York, April 24, 1848. He was married to Miss Alice Peabody July 5, 1875. To this union were born four children, Arthur, of Fruitport, Alvin, of Waukesha, Wis., Edith Doddington, of Flint. He was converted to the Christian faith when a very young man and always lived a devoted Christian life.

He was a local preacher for a member of years and was later ordained and filled several appointments. After giving up his appointments, he filled several vacancies.

He leaves to mourn his departure a widow, three sons, one daughter, six grand-children, an aged mother, Mrs. Sarah A. Lawton, of Grand Rapids, five brothers, Lyman P., of Custer, Chas. B., of Alpena, George A., of Nunica, Malvin R., of LeRoy, and Filmore, of Coopersville, two sisters, Alma E. McLain, of Custer, Mrs. Chas. O. Smith of Grand Rapids, and a host of other relatives and friends.

After his marriage he lived in Polkton township thirteen years, then moved to Nunica where he resided until his death.

Funeral services were held in the F.M. Church Sunday, June 14, Rev. F.W. Feightner officiating.

The Grand Rapids Herald, Friday, October 5, 1928, Page 3: ALICE LAWTON
Alice Lawton, age 70, died Thursday afternoon at the home of her son, William D. Lawton, 2014 Francis Ave., SE after a long illness. Besides the son, she is survived by two other sons, Arthur Lawton of Fruitport and Alvin Lawton of Waukesha, Wis.; one daughter, Mrs. Bert Pond of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Bert Clark of Spokane, Wash.; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The body lies in state at the Clarence D. Sullivan funeral home. Funeral arrangements later.

Rev. Silas Wright LAWTON and Alice E. PEABODY had the following children:

+ 39 i. Arthur J. 3 LAWTON was born 23 SEP 1875.

40 ii. Alvin W. LAWTON was born in Polkton, Ottawa, Michigan 9 NOV 1877. Alvin died AFT 1938. He married Anna ROACH in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 19 MAY 1913. Anna was born in England CA 1890. Alvin lived in Spring Lake in 1894; in 1900 was a fireman in Grand Rapids; then in Waukesha, Wisconsin in 1914; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1938. He died before 1947. Nothing is known about any possible children of this couple.

  • Coopersville Observer, June 1, 1894: Alvin Lawton of Spring Lake in town visiting.

    • + 41 iii. William D. LAWTON was born 19 JUN 1880.

    + 42 iv. Edith LAWTON was born MAY 1887.

     

    10. Charles Bradley 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in Gouverneur, St. Lawrence, New York 24 JUN 1850. Charles died 25 DEC 1933 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 83 years of age. His body was interred DEC 1933 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    He married twice. He married Adeline "Addie" CUSICK in Polkton Twp,Ottawa, Michigan, 24 SEP 1870. Adeline was born in Parkson, Monroe, New York JAN 1851. Adeline died JAN 1921 at 70 years of age. Her body was interred 1921 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. He married Harriett before 1920. Harriett was born in Michigan CA 1876. Harriett died before 1933. Charles was a farmer in the Coopersville area until 1914, when he is shown living in Alpena. By the 1920 census he was living in Saginaw working as a salesman, and Harriett was working as a tailoress. He must have moved back to Grand Rapids by 1933 when he died.

    Coopersville Observer, May 6, 1892: Mr. C.B. Lawton purchase Dan'l Woodcock farm opposite his place.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, December 26, 1933, Page 3
    Charles B. Lawton, aged 84, of 2030 DeHoop SW, entered into rest Monday evening. Surviving are three sons, Herbert and Frank of Grand Rapids, and Scott of Ravenna township; one daughter, Mrs. Colvin; one brother and one sister, all of Grand Rapids. The body was removed to the Clarence D. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc. Funeral announcement later.

     

    Charles Bradley LAWTON and Adeline "Addie" CUSICK had the following children:

    + 43 i. Charles Francis "Frank" 3 LAWTON was born AUG 1871.

    + 44 ii. Henry Scott LAWTON was born 19 NOV 1875.

    45 iii. Herbert D. LAWTON was born Ottawa Co, Michigan 1 OCT 1879. Herbert died 13 JUL 1944 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 64 years of age. His body was interred 17 JUL 1944 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. He married LenaDEAN in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, 15 MAR 1911. Lena was born in Michigan CA 1880. She had married Unknown TAYLOR before 1911. Herbert lived in Grand Rapids and apparently had no children.

    + 46 iv. Hattie B. LAWTON was born 24 JUN 1883.

     

    11. George A. 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born Ottawa Co, Michigan APR 1857. George died 29 DEC 1926 in Jackson, Jackson, Michigan, at 69 years of age. His body was interred DEC 1926 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. (No Stone Found)

    He married twice. He married Elsoia "Elsie" Violetta SMITH before 1880. Elsoia was born Ottawa Co, Michigan CA 1861,the daughter of Samuel and Mahala SMITH. Elsoia died 16 MAR 1887 at 25 years of age. Her body was interred MAR 1887 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. He married Hannah Lavinia HATCH in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 5 AUG 1888. Hannah was born in Michigan 6 JAN 1865, the daughter of Charles B. and Louisa B.(BOTSFORD) HATCH. Hannah died 30 AUG 1904 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, at 39 years of age. Her body was interred SEP 1904 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. In 1914 George lived in Nunica. He worked most of the time as a farmer or hired man.

    The Coopersville Observer, March 25, 1887, Page 1:
    OBITUARY.
    Died, March 16th, 1887, at her residence, Elsie, beloved wife of George A. Lawton, aged 26 years, of consumption. The deceased was a kind and loving wife, and beloved by all who knew her. She leaves an affectionate husband and one little son to mourn her loss.

    Thy dear precious form, we shall see it no more,
    We have tenderly laid it to rest,
    With tears in our eyes, but a smile in the heart,
    Believing our father knew best.
    May we, who survive thee, work faithfully on,
    And gain at the last the bright crown thou hast won.

    Coopersville Observer, 9/2/1904, Nunica-Mrs. Geo Lawton very sick.

    George A. LAWTON and Elsoia "Elsie" SMITH had the following child:

    47 i. Ray 3 LAWTON was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 25 AUG 1881. It is thought that Ray probably died young.

    George A. LAWTON and Hannah Lavinia HATCH had the following children:

    + 48 ii. Lina "Linnie" B. LAWTON was born 5 AUG 1889.

    49 iii. Milo Charles LAWTON was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 25 JUN 1892. Milo died 6 NOV 1975 in Casnovia, Muskegon, Michigan, at 83 years of age. His body was interred 8 NOV 1975 in Casnovia, Muskegon, Michigan, Bennett Cemetery. He married three times. He married Anna ZEEFF Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 28 SEP 1916. Anna was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 9 APR 1893, the daughter of Harry and Sena Zeeff. Anna was a stenographer. She married John D. BONTEKOE after 1916, so must have been divorced from Milo. She died 29 JUL 1972 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 79 years of age. He married Georgia S. DAVIS in St. Joseph Co, Indiana, 8 APR 1932. Nothing more is known about her. He married Alice D. before 1975. Alice was born 29 MAY 1898. Alice died 2 DEC 1998 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 100 years of age. Her body was interred 4 DEC 1998 in Casnovia, Muskegon, Michigan, Bennett Cemetery. Milo apparently had no children.

    Milo lived in Grand Rapids. In 1912 he worked as a machine hand in a feather company, and in 1920 worked as a mattress maker, presumably at the same company.

  • The Grand Rapids Press, November 6, 1975, Page 2F: LAWTON--(Casnovia) Milo C. Lawton, aged 83, of 2415 Hoover, passed away Thursday morning at his home. He is survived by his wife, Alice; one brother, John of Niles; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday 1 PM at the Hessel Cheslek Funeral Home, with Rev. Dennis Boonstra officiating. Interment Bennett Cemetery. Friends may meet the family at the chapel Thursday 7 to 9 and Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9.

    • The Grand Rapids Press, December 3, 1998 - Alice D. Lawton, aged 100, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 1998 at St. Mary's Living Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milo.

    She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 4, 11 AM at the funeral home with Rev. Robert VanZyl officiating. Interment in Bennett Cemetery, Casnovia. Friends may meet the family at the funeral home on Thursday 7 to 9 pm. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Greater Grand Rapids. Hessel-Cheslek, Sparta.

    + 50 iv. Cora M. LAWTON was born 25 SEP 1893.

    + 51 v. John S. LAWTON was born 21 DEC 1895.

    52 vi. Violet "Isabella" LAWTON was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 15 MAR 1899. Died young?

     

    12. Susan A. 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan APR 1858. Susan died 24 MAY 1952 in Grattan, Kent, Michigan, at 92 years of age. Her body was interred 26 MAY 1952 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Fairplains Cemetery.

    She married Charles O. SMITH in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, 19 NOV 1882. Charles was born in New York APR 1858. Charles died JUN 1933 at 73 years of age. His body was interred 12 JUN 1933 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Fairplains Cemetery. Charles was apparently born near Canandagua, New York. He lived in Grand Rapids and worked as a stockroom clerk and then as a shipping clerk in a furniture factory. Susan and Charles lived in Grand Rapids in 1914/5 on Knapp Avenue.

    The Coopersville Observer November 23, 1882:
    MADE ONE--Chas. O. Smith and Miss Susie Lawton were married Nov. 19, by Rev. G.H. Joslin, at the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. Jim Peterson, this village. A reception was given at the bride's parents' Monday evening.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, May 25, 1952, Page 16:
    SMITH--Mrs. Susan A. Smith, aged 93, formerly of 2056 Eastern Ave., NE., passed away Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James E. McKee, 13172 Seven Mile Rd., Grattan R3. Besides Mrs. McKee she is survived by one other daughter, Mrs. Hazel Spoelstra of Arcadia, Calif.; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Mrs. Smith reposes at the VanStrien-Alman Funeral Home, where services will be held at 3:30 Monday afternoon, Rev. Leroy Whitney officiating. Interment Fairplains Cemetery.

     

    Susan A. LAWTON and Charles O. SMITH had the following children:

    + 53 i. Lulu M. 3 SMITH was born 10 MAY 1885.

    54 ii. Hazel L. SMITH was born Ottawa Co, Michigan 13 FEB 1894. She married Unknown SPOELSTRA and lived in Arcadia, California. Hazel died 9 APR 1967 in Los Angeles Co, California, at 73 years of age. Nothing more is known about her or any possible children.

    55 iii. Harold SMITH was born Ottawa Co, Michigan FEB 1894 and was a twin to Hazel. Nothing more is known about him at this time.

     

    13. Malvin R. 2 LAWTON (Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 13 JAN 1863. Malvin died 3 MAY 1936 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 73 years of age. His body was interred 5 MAY 1936 in Hartwick Twp, Osceola, Michigan, Maple Valley Cemetery.

    He married Olive L. CHILDS in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, 20 NOV 1883. Olive was born in New York 28 JAN 1863, the daughter of Byron and Lucy (Mead) CHILDS. Olive was sister to Edwin Childs, who married Addie GATES, sister to Edward GATES (See Chapter III.) Olive died 1 OCT 1944 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 81 years of age. Her body was interred 4 OCT 1944 in Hartwick Twp, Osceola, Michigan, Maple Valley Cemetery. Olive was a very small lady that lived in a little tiny house. She was extremely religious. In 1910 Malvin was shown living in Cadillac and working in a sawmill. In 1920 he lived in Shingletown in Rose Lake Township, Osceola County, Michigan, where he farmed and held many township and county offices. In 1930 he was back in Grand Rapids working as a janitor in a department store.

    Coopersville Observer, 8/19/1892-M.R. Lawton of Leroy, Osceola Co., is in attendance as a delegate at the North Michigan annual conference of the M.E. Church, held at Sunfield this week, and at its close he will visit Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lawton (his parents) and other relatives of this village and vicinity.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, May 4, 1936, Page 2
    MALVIN R. LAWTON
    Malvin R. Lawton, aged 72, of east Duiker, NE., passed away Sunday. Surviving are his wife; one son, Earl; two granddaughters; a grandson, and one great-granddaughter, and a sister, Susan Smith, all of Grand Rapids, and a half-brother, F.W. Turner of Coopersville. Funeral services will be held a the Lyzen-Blanchard funeral home Tuesday at 10 o'clock and at the Rose Lake church at 2:30.

    Osceola County Herald, May 7, 1936, Page 1:
    FORMER CHAIRMAN OF BOARD PASSES
    Malvin R. Lawton, 73, Dies at Grand Rapids; Formerly Lived in Rose Lake

    Residents of Rose Lake township were saddened by the news of the death of M. R. Lawton, which occurred in Grand Rapids May 2 after a serious illness of the past six years.

    Mr. Lawton moved to Rose Lake townshp soon after his marriage and settled at the then busy mill community of Shingletown. He held several township offices. Mr. Lawton was elected clerk of Rose Lake townshp several years and in 1914 was elected as supervisor, which position he held for eight years. In 1918 he was chosen chairman of the Osceola board of supervisors.

    Malvin R. Lawton was born in Ottawa county in 1863 and was married to Olive L. Childs at Coopersville in 1884. After the couple moved to Shingletown Mr. Lawton joined the Free Methodist church and continued as a faithful member until his death.

    In 1925 he sold the farm and moved to Grand Rapids, where he continued to reside.

    Surviving are the widow and one son, Earl B. Lawton.

    Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church in Rose Lake township Wednesday afternoon. Interment was made in Maple Valley cemetery in Hartwick township.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, October 3, 1944, Page 10
    LAWTON - Mrs. Olive L. Lawton, aged 81, of 1047 Duiker, NE., passed away Sunday evening. Surviving are one son, Earl D. Lawton of this city; one brother, Ed Childs of Chicago; one grandson, S. Sgt. Malvin in service in England; two granddaughters, Mrs. Mabel DeWitt and Mrs. Mildred Eicholtz, both of San Diego, Cal.; also three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the First Free Methodist church, 1320 Ashland ave., NE., Wednesday at 10 a.m. and at the Free Methodist church at Rose Lake (LeRoy) Wednesday at 3 p.m. Interment in Hartwick cemetery, Mrs. Lawton will repose at the Lyzen-Blanchard funeral home.

     

    Malvin R. LAWTON and Olive L. CHILDS had the following child:

    + 55 i. Earl B. 3 LAWTON was born 8 NOV 1885.

     

     

    Third Generation

     

    14. Arathusa-Arethusa E. 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan 26 SEP 1854. Arathusa died 10 JUN 1933 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 78 years of age. Her body was interred 12 JUN 1933 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    She married Benjamin Franklin TREAT in Whitehall, Muskegon, Michigan, 18 JAN 1875 as his third wife. Benjamin was born in Bethel, Ontario, New York 26 NOV 1833, the son of Alvin and Elizabeth (Harris) Treat. He had married Jane SCOTT in Kinsman, Trumbull, Ohio, 4 JUL 1850. Jane was born CA 1829 in Trumbull County, Ohio, the daughter of William and Samantha SCOTT, and died 8 FEB 1852 in Ohio. Benjamin married Abuza Ann CONGDON in Colebrook, Ashtabula, Ohio, 2 APR 1853. Abuza was born CA 1835 in Ohio, and presumably died before 1870. Benjamin died 26 MAR 1899 Ottawa Co, Michigan, at 65 years of age. His body was interred 29 MAR 1899 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. He was a Private in Company C, 8th Michigan Cavalry between 1861 and 1864. Benjamin was married three times. His first marriage was at the young age of 17. In the 1850 census, his first wife, Jane was shown living in Colebrook, Ashtabula, Ohio with an apparently unrelated Lawton family. He was living with what appear to be his parents in Kinsman, Trumbull Co, Ohio. They apparently had no children together. With his second wife, Abuza, he had children Emma TREAT; Frank Congdon TREAT, who married Mary "Mollie" BRADY; Ella TREAT; and Willard F. TREAT. He came to Michigan in 1856, and in the 1860 census was living in Pontiac, Michigan and working as a dentist with Abuza and their four children. 1870 showed him as a merchant living in Whitehall, Michigan with only daughter Emma, so Abuza must have either passed away by that time or they were divorced. After he moved to Coopersville about 1875, he was a charter member of the G.A.R. Charles Randall Post No. 238. Benjamin was a dentist and photographer, and had a shop located at First and Danforth Streets in Coopersville until 1883. He and Thusa had three children together. He is listed in daughter Bessie's birth record as an artist.

    Coopersville Observer, January 25, 1895: Several friends of Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Treat gave them a very pleasant surprise last Saturday, it being the twentieth anniversary of their marriage. They were presented with a handsome plush couch. All report a pleasant time.

    Coopersville Observer, March 31, 1899:
    Death of Benjamin F. Treat.
    Died, at his residence in Coopersville, Sunday, March 26, 1899, of heart trouble, Benjamin F. Treat, aged 65 years and 4 months. Mr. Treat was born November 26, 1833, in Bethel, Ontario county, New York. He came to Michigan in 1856, and in 1861 he enlisted in the First Michigan Cavalry. On November 2, 1862, he was promoted to second lieutenant in the Eighth Michigan Cavalry, and resigned in 1864, owing to disability. Since that time he has been a great sufferer from heart trouble and rheumatism.

    By profession he was a dentist, and has been a resident of Coopersville for the last twenty-three years. He has been a member of the Masonic lodge since the war of the rebellion and was a member of the G.A.R. at the time of his decease.

    He leaves a widow and six children, four by a former wife and two by his present wife, and a wide circle of friends, to mourn their loss.

    Mr. Treat was a good neighbor, a genial friend, and will be missed by his many friends and acquaintances.

    The funeral was held in the Methodist Church on Wednesday afternoon, under the auspices of Ottawa Lodge, No. 122, F.& A. M., Rev. Middleton officiating. He was a member of the Free-Will Baptist Church in his early life, and in his last days renewed his faith and died happy in his profession.

    Coopersville Observer June 19, 1931:
    FAMILY REUNION HELD IN LIVINGSTON COUNTY
    Mrs. Arathusa Treat of this city was the honored guest at a reunion of the Brown families in Wheatland township of Livingston county, at the farm home of Mr. and Mrs. David Gilmour last sunday. A dozen or more auto loads of Browns and their in-laws, the direct descendants of those who had settled there in the days immediately following the Civil War, Joseph Brown, Alvin Brown, Mrs. Arathusa Brown McClellan, Mrs. Mary Brown Everton, Thomas Brown and Dr. William Brown, the latter having settled in Minnesota in the early days. There were about fifty in the party, the oldest being 77 years of age and the youngest 15 months. A great day of family reminiscenses was held and the affair was voted a forerunner of many more of a like kind to be held in future years.

    Coopersville Observer June 16, 1933:
    DAUGHTER OF EARLY PIONEER PASSES AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS
    Thusa E. Brown, the daughter of Joseph and Sarah Brown, was born in Coopersville, Michigan, September 26, 1854. She was married to Benjamin F. Treat in Whitehall, Mich., January 18, 1875. Three children were born to this union: Harry B., who passed away in early childhood; Bessie, of this place, and Dean of Oak Park, Illinois.

    Mrs. Treat was a member of the Eastern Star, the Rebekahs and the Daughters of the Civil War Club. She was a member of the Methodist church, being especially active in the work of Circle No. 1 of the Ladies' Aid. She was a member of the official board and had filled the office of Communion steward for a number of years.

    She was highly esteemed and loved by all who knew her. Her greatest happiness was found in service to others and the beauty of her gracious Christian life will remain always a precious memory in the hearts of her many friends, and a rich heritage to her children and grandchildren.

    Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Walter Nixon of Coopersville; a son, Dean Treat of Oak Park, Illinois; two grandchildren, Helen and Harold Treat of Oak Park; Two brothers, Edward A. Brown of Nunica, and George E. Brown of St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada; and one sister, Mrs. William Gleason of Nunica.

    Funeral services were held in the home at two o'clock Monday afternoon. Reverend Davis of the Methodist church gave the sermon, using First Corinthians, 13:12 as his text. Reverend Joseph Tuma, a former pastor, read a part of the last chapter of Proverbs, using Mrs. Treat's Bible, after which he offered paryer.

    Mr. James Zuidema, with Mrs. Howard Irish at the piano, rendered two beautiful solos, "Good Night and Good Morning" and "Rest, Sweet Rest."

    The floral offerings were profuse and very beautiful. The spacious home was filled to overflowing with friends who gathered to pay their last tribute to the dead.

    Members of the various organizations to which Mrs. Treat belonged were present in large numbers.

    Pallbearers were Messrs. Reed, Laug, Lubben, Nelson, Mohrhard and Fink.

    Burial was made in the Coopersville cemetery beside the husband who passed away March 26, 1899.

    Coopersville Observer, June 14, 1933, Page 3:
    George E. Brown, wife and granddaughter, who were here from St. Thomas, Ontario, for the funeral of Mrs. Treat, left Wednesday morning for their home.

    Dean Treat and his wife, and their son and his wife and daughter, left Tuesday morning for Oak Park, Ill. They had been here for several days on account of the death of his mother, Mrs. Thusa Treat.

    Coopersville Observer, June 16, 1933:
    CARD OF THANKS

    We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to the friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness, and the kind words of sympathy, during the illness and death of our beloved mother and grandmother; to Rev. Davis and Rev. Tuma for the comforting words and to those who furnished cars and the beautiful floral offerings.

    Mr. and Mrs. Walter S. Nixon
    Mr. and Mrs. Dean Treat
    Mr. and Mrs. Harold D. Treat
    Miss Helen Treat

    "Chronicles of Coopersville", Page 108: The Treats can trace their history back to Major Richard Treat who was born in 1632 in Somerset, England. He came to Hartford, Ct. His descendant after a few generations, Benjamin Franklin Treat born in 1833 in Bethel Ontario, NY, came to Michigan in 1856. He married Thusa E. Brown from Coopersville. She was his third wife. They had 3 children: Harry Brown Treat (born 1876, died 1879), Bessie Frances (born 1878, died 1959) who married Walter S. Nixon, Carl Fremont Dean Treat (born 1881, died 1937) who lived in Oak Park, IL.

    Benjamin Treat was in the Civil War and served in the 1st Michigan Cal., 1861-1864. He was a dentist and photographer. He was located at First and Danforth Streets, at the site of the west edge of Heath Mfg. property. Benjamin Treat died March 31, 1899. He left 4 children from his second marriage and 2 from his third marriage.

    "Chronicles of Coopersville", Page 108: Thusa E. Brown, wife of Benjamin Treat, was born in Coopersville in 1854 and died in Jun 1933. She was the daughter of pioneer settlers Joseph and Sarah (Lawton) Brown. Thusa was a member of the Eastern Star, the Rebekahs and Daughters of the Civil War Club. Her daughter was Mrs. Walter (Bessie) Nixon.

    When she died Thusa had a brother Ed Brown of Nunica, a brother Geo. E. Brown of St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada and a sister Mrs. William Gleason of Nunica.

    Thusa was the first of 10 children. She was born in a log cabin northeast of Coopersville. Her father Joseph Brown was a Civil War veteran. He was appointed Coopersville postmaster in 1867. Mr. Brown also served as justice of the peace and town clerk.

     

    Arathusa E. BROWN and Benjamin Franklin TREAT had the following children:

    56 i. Harry Brown 4 TREAT was born in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan 10 SEP 1876. Harry died 30 DEC 1879 of Diptheria in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 3 years of age. His body was interred 1880 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    + 57 ii. Bessie Frances TREAT was born 30 APR 1878.

    + 58 iii. Carl Fremont "Dean" TREAT was born 18 SEP 1881.

     

    15. Fremont 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 10 OCT 1856. Fremont died 3 APR 1922 in Fruitport, Muskegon, Michigan, at 65 years of age. His body was interred 6 APR 1922 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    He married twice. He married Della WRIGHT in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, 26 SEP 1880. Della was born in Elkhart, Elkhart, Indiana 27 JUN 1860. Della died 3 NOV 1888 at 28 years of age. Her body was interred NOV 1888 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. He married Emma JUBB in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 25 SEP 1890. Emma was born in Michigan SEP 1872, the daughter of Orange A. and Lucinda T. (Bartholomew) Jubb. She married Ren SLAGER after Fremont died. In the 1930 census Emma and her husband, Ren Slager, are shown living with daughter, Laura and her husband Earl Sweet, in Kirkwood, St. Louis County, Missouri. Emma died 16 NOV 1955 in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri, at 83 years of age. Her body was interred 19 NOV 1955 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. Fremont Brown ran a general store for many years in Nunica. In 1910 it was taken over by Chauncey Westover. In 1904 Fremont lived in Grand Haven, in 1910 in Muskegon, and in Fruitport in 1921. He held several Crockery Township and Ottawa County offices.

    Nunica, Dec. 18, 1885: Brown & Son have so liberal a custom patronage at their mill that they find it necessary to run on an average of 18 hours out of the 24 each day.

    Coopersville Observer: 1901 Nunica: Supervisor Fremont Brown is building a general store in Nunica (This later became Westover's).

    February 16, 1902 Nunica: About fifty friends and neighbors both young and old, enjoyed a surprise party at the home of F. M. Brown last Thursday evening. The house being unable to hold the crowd, the younger portion repaired to Panel Hall where they enjoyed themselves with music and dancing.

    Oct. 11, 1902 Nunica: Fremont Brown has sold out his store to Wm. Barbrick and Charlie Jubb, who toke possession last monday (Charlie Jubb worked as a butcher for Fremont Brown and drove a meat route in the area as far north as Sullivan.)

    Grand Rapids Press, April 4, 1922, Page 1:
    FREMONT BROWN DIES IN FRUITPORT HOME, GRAND HAVEN--April 4--Fremont Brown is dead at his home in Fruitport. He was born 65 years ago in Coopersville and 20 years ago was a leader in Ottawa county, having served as county clerk and supervisor.

    Grand Haven Tribune, April 4, 1922, Page 1:
    Was Prominent in Republican Politics in Ottawa Many Years

    Fremont Brown, a former county clerk, which office he filled for four years, and prominent in county Republican politics for many years, died Monday at his home in Fruitport. Mr. Brown had been ill for a number of years.

    Previous to becoming county clerk Mr. Brown had been supervisor for a number of years from Crockery township and had also filled several other township offices there. He was prominent for years in the business life of Nunica and when elected county clerk was one of the very best known figures in the entire county. Leaving Grand Haven after his tenure of office at the court house Mr. Brown returned to Nunica. He remained there a few years and then moved to Muskegon but for the past few years has made Fruitport his home.

    Mr. Brown was 65 years of age. He is survived by his wife, four sons and two daughters as follows: Ray D. and Arza F. of Grand Rapids, Rolla J. of Detroit, William Alden of Chicago, Mrs. Clyde Tissue of Fruitport and Mrs. Earl Sweet of St. Louis, Mo., three brothers and two sisters, Mrs. Thusa Treat of Coopersville, Mrs. Wm. Gleason of Nunica, Edward A. and Wm. A. of Nunica and George E. Brown of St. Thomas, Ont.

    The funeral will be held Thursday April 6 at 12 o’clock from the family home at Fruitport and at two o'clock from the Methodist church of Nunica. The funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. H. W. Rogers of Otsego, formerly of Grand Haven. Interment will be in the Nunica cemetery and will be under the auspices of the Odd Fellow order.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, November 17, 1955, Page 16:
    SLAGER--Emma (Brown) Slager, aged 83 years, of St. Louis, Missouri, formerly of Nunica, passed away Wednesday morning. Surviving are the husband, Ren; four sons, Ray Brown of Marne, Rolla of Detroit, Alden of Oak Park, Illinois, Arza of Grand Rapids; two daughters, Mrs. Lulu Brush of Washington State, Mrs. Laura Sweet of Muskegon; two brothers, Charles Jubb of Nunica and Ray Jubb of Grand Rapids; 20 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Slager will respose at the Throop Funeral Home where funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment in Nunica Cemetery.

     

    Fremont BROWN and Della WRIGHT had the following child:

    + 59 i. Lulu T. 4 BROWN was born JUN 1882.

    Fremont BROWN and Emma JUBB had the following children:

    + 60 ii. Ray D. BROWN was born FEB 1892.

    + 61 iii. Rolla J. BROWN was born DEC 1893.

    + 62 iv. William Alden BROWN was born 6 OCT 1895.

    + 63 v. Laura A. BROWN was born JUN 1898.

    + 64 vi. Arza F. BROWN was born 25 OCT 1899.

    65 vii. T. Harold BROWN was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 28 DEC 1901. He died in 1911 at 9 years of age. His body was interred 1911 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

     

    16. William A. 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 4 SEP 1858. William died 4 MAY 1927 in Newaygo Co, Michigan, at 68 years of age. His body was interred 7 MAY 1927 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    He married Lena M. DOUCK in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 29 NOV 1888. Lena was born in Michigan 28 DEC 1868. Lena was the daughter of Frederick and Caroline "Carrie" (Hemming) DOUCK, and sister to Frank DOUCK, who married William’s sister, Mina. Lena died 19 JUL 1938 in Walker Twp, Kent, Michigan, at 69 years of age. Her body was interred 21 JUL 1938 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. William was a farmer in Nunica.

    Coopersville Observer, May 6, 1927, Page 11:
    NUNICA MAN DROPS DEAD WHILE ON FISHING TRIP
    William Brown of Nunica, aged 68, dropped dead Wednesday morning, while on a fishing trip near White Cloud. He and Chauncey Westover of Nunica had left their homes Tuesday and it is thought that Mr. Brown went on ahead Wednesday morning. When Mr. Westover reached him, he was beyond help. Death had come while he was fishing. He is survived by his wife and two children, Mrs. F. C. Hambleton of Coopersville and McKinley Brown, Fruitport. He was also a brother of Mrs. T. E. Treat of this place. Mr. Brown was a past noble grand of Nunica Odd Fellow Lodge.

    Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock at his late home in Nunica.

    The Grand Rapids Press, July 20, 1938, Page 17:
    BROWN--Mrs. Lena M. Brown, aged 69, widow of the late William A. Brown, passed away at the home of her son, William M. Brown in Walker township. Surviving are the son, one daughter, Mrs. Frank Hambleton of Coopersville; two brothers, Frank Douck of Escanaba, Fred Douck of Nunica; one sister, Mrs. Charles Doddington of Benton Harbor. The body reposes at the VanAllsburg Funeral Home at Coopersville where services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. Burial in Nunica cemetery.

     

    William A. BROWN and Lena M. DOUCK had the following children:

    + 66 i. Edna T. 4 BROWN was born FEB 1891.

    + 67 ii. William McKinley "Mac" BROWN was born 1 APR 1896.

     

    17. Edward A. 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan 4 JUL 1860. Edward died 12 JAN 1948 at 87 years of age. His body was interred 14 JAN 1948 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    He married Eunice M. "Emmie" WESTOVER in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, 7 DEC 1889. Eunice was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan NOV 1869, the daughter of J. and Jane (Ray) Westover. She died 1927 at 57 years of age. Her body was interred 1927 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. Ed was born on a farm near Coopersville, Michigan, but went with his parents to Nunica, where his father built a grist mill in 1883, and he worked with his father in the business. After many years the mill was destroyed by fire, after which Ed operated a drug store in Nunica. In 1897 he was deputy sheriff in Ottawa County. He was appointed postmaster January 19, 1901 by President McKinley, and served in that position for fifteen years. He was very well known and loved by everyone for miles around. He served in WWI.

    Feb. 16, 1902 Nunica: Ed Brown entered upon his duties as postmaster Thursday night.

    Ed Brown’s store and Post Office in Nunica, Michigan

    From "The Crockery Collection Vol. II", Page 74:
    Ex-Postmaster at Nunica Dies
    Nunica--Edward A. Brown, former Nunica postmaster and businessman, died Monday afternoon (1948) at his home after a brief illness. He was 87 years old. Mr. Brown was born July 4, 1860 in Coopersville, but had lived in Nunica for the past 64 years. He operated a drug store here for many years, retiring 12 years ago. Always interested in civic affairs, he had served Crockery township as Supervisor and as Township Treasurer.

    Surviving are two sons, Harry L. and George E., 10 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. William Gleason of Nunica, and a brother, George of Ontario.Interment was in the Nunica Cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, January 13, 1948, Page 13:
    BROWN--Edward A. Brown, aged 87, of Nunica, passed away Monday afternoon. Surviving are two sons, Harry L. of Dearborn and George E. of Grand Rapids; 10 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. William Gleason of Nunica and one brother George of Ontario. Mr. Brown reposes at the Kammeraad Funeral Home Coopersville, where services will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 p.m. Interment in Nunica Cemetery under the auspices of the Coopersville F&AM No. 13.

     

    Edward A. BROWN and Eunice M. "Emmie" WESTOVER had the following children:

    + 68 i. Harry L. 4 BROWN was born 15 SEP 1890.

    + 69 ii. George E. BROWN was born 9 NOV 1897.

     

    19. George P. 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 )was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan DEC 1866. George died after 1948.

    He married Lillian (last name unknown) in Michigan, CA 1892. Lillian was born in Michigan AUG 1867. In 1900 George was working as foreman in the Brown family’s mill. George served in WWI from the U.S. He moved to St. Thomas, Elgin Co, Ontario, Canada, and not much is known about him or his family from that point. George had at least one granddaughter.

    George P. BROWN and Lillian had the following children:

    70 i. Thusa I. 4 BROWN was born in Michigan JUL 1894.

    71 ii. Addison M. BROWN was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 6 MAR 1899.

     

    21. Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan 13 JAN 1872. Almina died 28 SEP 1904 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, at 32 years of age. Her body was interred 1 OCT 1904 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan.

    She married Frank F. DOUCK Ottawa Co, Michigan, 5 MAY 1889. Frank was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 17 JUN 1867, the son of Frederick and Caroline "Carrie" (Hemming) DOUCK. He married Harriet "Hattie" RIETSCH after Mina died and had two more children—Carroll F. DOUCK, and Evelyn M. DOUCK, who married Ray Doty. Frank died 30 DEC 1942 in Escanaba, Delta, Michigan, at 75 years of age. His body was interred 1 JAN 1943 in Escanaba, Delta, Michigan, Lake View Cemetery. Frank and Mina moved to Escanaba, Michigan in the Upper Peninsula prior to 1920. There he worked on the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad as a section foreman. Frank was brother to Lena Douck, who married Mina's brother, William Brown.

    Coopersville Observer, 7/22/1892-Born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Douck on Friday last, a fine baby girl.

    August 17, 1882 (Nunica): The farm residence of Fred Douck, east of this place, caught fire from a defective chimney this morning and burned. His numerous friends and neighbors arrived in time to save nearly all the household goods. Mr. Douck will rebuild. The house was insured for $100.

    Coopersville Observer October 7, 1904: Obituary.
    Mina, daughter of Joseph and Sarah Brown, was born in Coopersville, Mich., January 13, 1872. She was married to Frank F. Douck, May 5, 1889, and died in Nunica, September 28, 1904.

    She leaves a husband, four children, a father, mother, five brothers and two sisters, besides a host of friends to mourn their loss.

    She was buried from the M.E. church at Nunica, October 1, Rev. Manley DeFoe preaching the funeral sermon, and the Maccabee Ladies taking charge, as she was a charter member at that lodge.

    Coopersville Observer, January 26, 1917: A large barn belonging to Fred Douck burned in Nunica fire. A railroad section crew saved the house by shoveling snow up against the side and roof of the house.

    The Escanaba (Mich.) Daily Press, December 31, 1942, Page 5: FRANK F. DOUCK, ESCANABA, DIES
    Funeral Services Will Be Held Friday Afternoon

    Frank F. Douck, 75, of 1309 First Avenue North, died Wednesday morning at 5:05 o'clock at his home, following a five month's illness.

    Mr. Douck, who had lived in Escanaba for the past 17 years, was born in Nunica, Mich, on January 17, 1867. He came here from Cedar Grove, Wis. He was a retired section foreman for the Chicago & North Western Railway, serving the company for over twenty-five years.

    Fraternally he was affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

    Surviving are his wife, four daughters and two sons: Mrs. Arthur Longfellow (Lillian) of Grand Rapids; Mrs. Claude E. King, (Elma) of Pontiac; Mrs. Ruth Linden, of Pontiac; Mrs. Ray Doty, (Evelyn) of Orion, Mich.; William of Milwaukee, and Carroll of Escanaba; thirteen grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Charles Doddington, of Benton Harbor, Mich.; and one brother, Fred, of Nunica.

    The body was taken to the Anderson Funeral Home where it is resting in state. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the funeral home chapel. Rev. J. Davis Barnard of the First Presbyterian church officiating, and burial will be made in Lakeview cemetery.

     

     

    Escanaba Daily Press. Page 2, Monday, Dec 28, 1970:
    Mrs. Frank F.(Hattie) DOUCK, 88 1309 1st Ave. N. died at 1 P.M. Sunday at Pinecrest Medical Facility following a lengthy illness. She was born 12-7-1882 in North Tonawanda, NY and was a resident of Escanaba for the past 43 years. She was a member of Odd Fellow Lodge.

    Survivors include 1 son Carroll F. Douck of Escanaba, 1 daughter Mrs. Ray (Evelyn) Doty of Lake Orion, MI , 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time at the Allo Funeral Home.

    Tue, page 2, 12-29-1970:

    Funeral arrangements for Hattie Douck are as follows. Friends may call at the Allo Funeral Home from 4-9 roday. Funeral services will be Wed at the funeral home. Burial at Lakeview Cemetery.

     

    Almina "Mina" BROWN and Frank F. DOUCK had the following children:

    + 72 i. William Alden 4 DOUCK was born 24 SEP 1890.

    + 73 ii. Lillian I. DOUCK was born 15 JUL 1892.

    + 74 iii. Elma E. DOUCK was born 14 AUG 1894.

    + 75 iv. Ruth F. DOUCK was born 12 JAN 1897.

    76 v. Vera DOUCK was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 5 AUG 1899. Vera died 27 AUG 1899 in Michigan, at less than one month of age.

     

    22. Joseph P. 3 BROWN, Jr. (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 3 AUG 1876. Joseph died 6 OCT 1921 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 45 years of age. His body was interred 8 OCT 1921 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    He married Lillian B. LEGNER before 1898. Lillian was born in Saugatuck, Allegan, Michigan 9 AUG 1876. Lillian died 18 APR 1950 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 73 years of age. Her body was interred 20 APR 1950 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. Joseph was shown as a stationary engineer in the 1900 census, probably for the railroad. In 1920 he was an engineer for an oil company.

    Coopersville Observer, October 14, 1921, Page 2: NUNICA - George Brown and son Addison of St. Thomas, Ont. and Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Gleason of Janesville, Wisc. are here visiting relatives.
    (same page)Mrs. Wm. Gleason was called to Grand Rapids last week Wednesday to the bedside of her brother Joseph Brown who was critically ill and passed away Thursday morning, the 6th. The funeral took place in Grand Rapids Saturday, the 8th and burial was in Coopersville cemetery. Besides his widow, four brothers, Edward and William of Nunica, George of St. Thomas, Ont., and Fremont of Fruitport, and two sisters, Mrs. Thusa Treat of Coopersville and Mrs. Wm. Gleason of Nunica and several nephews and nieces survive him. He also had many friends in this town where he spent his boyhood days.

    The Grand Rapids Press, April 19, 1950, Page 17:
    MRS. L.B. BROWN DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS
    Mrs. Lillian B. Brown, widow of Joseph Brown, died Tuesday night in the home of her son, Thorne J. Brown, 937 Chippewa Dr., SE, after a long illness. She was 73 years old.

    Born Aug. 9, 1876, in Saugatuck, Mrs. Brown has been a resident of Grand Rapids for the past 60 years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and East Congregational Church.

    Surviving besides her son are a brother, William Legner of Allegan; a sister, Mrs. Owen J. Prescott of Flint, three nieces, and five grandchildren.

    Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Metcalf Chapel. Interment will be in Coopersville Cemetery.

     

    Joseph P. BROWN Jr. and Lillian LEGNER had the following child:

    + 77 i. Thorne J. 4 BROWN was born 8 MAR 1898.

     

    23. Edith J. 3 BROWN (Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan 30 JAN 1879. Edith died after 1967. The date is not known at this time.

    She married William GLEASON in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 8 MAR 1896. William was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan AUG 1871. William died 14 OCT 1942 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, at 71 years of age. His body was interred OCT 1942 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. (No stones were found in Nunica Cemetery for this couple.) William and Edith lived in Nunica. He worked as an inspector of Railroad cars and later worked for the highway department. Edith was in the 4-H canning club. She died after 1967.

    Coopersville Observer, Friday, December 29, 1933, Page 1:
    Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gleason entertained Mr. and Mrs. S. Bartholomew and daughters, Norma Jean, Kathleen and Fay, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Bell and children, Marcia and Harold, and Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Gleason and son Billie of Grand Haven, at dinner Sunday.

    Grand Rapids Press, October 15, 1942, Page 25:
    GLEASON--William Gleason, aged 71, of Nunica, passed away Wednesday evening. Surviving are his widow, Edith; two daughters, Mrs. S. Bartholemew of Nunica, Mrs. L. Bell of Muskegon; one son, Glenn of Grand Haven; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. The body will repose at the Kammeraad Funeral Home, Coopersville, until Friday afternoon, when it will be returned to the residence for private services Saturday at 2, and public services at 2:30 at Nunica Methodist church. Interment in Nunica cemetery.

    Edith J. BROWN and William GLEASON had the following children:

    + 78 i. Beatrice A. 4 GLEASON was born SEP 1896.

    + 79 ii. Eyla Gladys GLEASON was born 12 APR 1903.

    + 80 iii. Glenn Ardis GLEASON was born 10 JAN 1906.

     

    29. Cora M. 3 PETERSON (Lucinda L. 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 10 FEB 1874. Cora died after 1910. The date is not known at this time. She married twice. She married Clair V. HAINES Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 14 JUL 1892. Clair was born in Kent Co, Michigan CA 1871, the son of Reuben F. and Hannah M. (Phillips) HAYNES. She married Albert H. "Bert" DOYLE Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 21 SEP 1903. Albert was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan CA 1876, the son of James and Hannah (Breckon) DOYLE. He married Helen (last name unknown) after Cora died. In the 1910 census, Albert is shown as a yeast salesman living in Grand Rapids. In 1920 Bert was living in Detroit, was an express man on a steam railroad, and was married to Helen (last name unknown).

    Cora M. PETERSON and Clair V. HAINES had the following child:

    81 i. Harry G. 4 HAINES was born in Michigan CA 1894. No more is known about him at this time, but there is a Harry Haines shown in the SSDI who was born 9 July 1893 and died June 1983, last residence Ann Arbor, Michigan. This may possibly be this Harry. No obituary was found in the Ann Arbor newspaper.

     

    30. Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON (Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Big Springs, Ottawa, Michigan 11 JUL 1868. Addie died 23 JUN 1944 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 75 years of age. Her body was interred 27 JUN 1944 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

    She married Andrew J. MC CLAIN in Colfax, Wexford, Michigan, 12 SEP 1885. Andrew was born Ottawa Co, Michigan 31 MAR 1862, the son of Thomas J. MC CLAIN and Elizabeth HOUSLER. Andrew and Addie were divorced, and he married Florence in Michigan, CA 1909. Andrew died 1937 at 75 years of age. His body was interred 1937 in Tustin, Osceola, Michigan, Sherman Twp. Cemetery. Addie's autobiography is published in the Lawton Ledger 1998 under the title "Old Pioneer Days". She was born in Big Spring, Ottawa County, Michigan in a log house belonging to her uncle, George Harris. When she was not more than three they moved to Wexford Co. about 18 miles from Cadillac. Her father had gone ahead to take up a homestead and clear land for a small log house and barn. He returned for his family, who moved their belongings by a wagon drawn by oxen for four days, clearing trees for their passage, as there were no roads, and cooking over campfires. Life was primitive, and the family subsisted mostly on potatoes they grew and on a wild game, mostly provided by friends or neighbors, as Lyman was apparently not a very good shot. When Addie was 7 ½, her mother died of tuberculosis. After her death, Addie stayed for a time with her aunt, Lucinda (Lawton) Peterson and then at her uncle, George Harris’. Finally, she stayed with her aunt, Alma (Lawton) McClain until her father married again. The family attended quarterly Free Methodist church meetings and went to hear circuit preachers when they were in the area. After Addie married Andrew McClain (cousin to Rascelas McClain who was married to Alma Lawton, Addie’s aunt) they went to live on a nearby farm. After their 4th child, Violet, was born, Alma and Andrew moved to Mason County. They lived in a house on what is now Rath Avenue until Andrew got a job in a lumber camp at Diaton, near Cadillac. Eva had just married Lewis Hayden, and they stayed behind in their parents’ house. After a time, Alma and Andrew divorced, and Alma went back to Ludington with Hazel, and her two small sons. Grace had stayed behind to go to school and teach. Andrew and his second wife lived in Highland, Osceola County.

     

    Adeline Lenora "Addie" LAWTON and Andrew J. MC CLAIN had the following children:

    + 82 i. Eva Agnes 4 MC CLAIN was born 30 JUN 1886.

    + 83 ii. Ena "Grace" MC CLAIN was born 17 FEB 1889.

    84 iii. Edith "Hazel" MC CLAIN was born in Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 20 JAN 1892. Edith died 1936 in Mason Co, Michigan, at 44 years of age. Her body was interred 1936 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. Hazel was a little person, and was very short, even when she was fully grown. She had very dark brown hair and eyes nearly black.

    85 iv. Violet Margaret MC CLAIN was born in Wexford Co, Michigan 25 MAR 1895. Violet died 23 SEP 1895 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, at about 6 months of age.

    + 86 v. Floyd Vernon M. MC CLAIN was born 19 NOV 1896.

    87 vi. Ford Pearly MC CLAIN was born in Mason Co, Michigan 8 FEB 1898. Ford died 23 DEC 1928 in Port Huron, St. Clair, Michigan, at 30 years of age. His body was interred 26 DEC 1928 in St. Clair Co, Michigan, Lakeside Cemetery. He married Frieda (last name unknown) and had no children.

  • Port Huron Newspaper, 24 December 1928, Page 1: Photographer Dies After Short Illness
    Ford P. McClain, 30, proprietor of the McClain studio, died Sunday in Port Huron city hospital after a short illness.
  • Mr. McClain, who had been in business here about five years, served four years with the Canadian army in the World war. He is survived by his widow, his mother, Mrs. Addie McClain, and a brother, Floyd, both of Ludington, Mich.; and two sisters, Miss Grace McClain, also of Ludington; and Miss Eva McClain, Davenport, Ia.
  • Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday from the Arthur E. Smith funeral home, followed by burial in Lakeside cemetery.

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    32. Stowell Ernest 3 LAWTON (Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 13 MAR 1879. Stowell died 28 APR 1974 in Muskegon Co, Michigan, at 95 years of age. His body was interred 1974 in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, Caldwell Cemetery.

    He married Minnie Viola GARN in Custer, Mason, Michigan, 29 NOV 1902. Minnie was born in Culver, Starke, Indiana 1 JAN 1881, the daughter of Martin and Sarah Jane (Hawkins) GARN. Minnie died 1 OCT 1938 in Caldwell Twp, Missaukee, Michigan, at 57 years of age. Her body was interred OCT 1938 in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, Caldwell Cemetery. In 1885, Minnie's family moved to Meauwataka (Cadillac), Michigan, and in 1891 to Mason County, Michigan, where she met Stowell.

    Evelyn Lawton Nye – "Jan 4, 1999: After my Stowell and Minnie were married and before they established their own home, they worked as cooks in a logging camp in Northern Michigan. They bought a farm east of Manton near to Cora and Aaron where they lived until after Minnie's death in 1938. Their first child died at birth."

    Stowell was a lay minister and was very strict, but a good and kind man. He lived in Florida in 1963.

    Leah Lawton Shue - April 16, 1982: "Grandpa Lyman used to send the family peaches on the train from Custer to Manton. The kids loved that. Minnie was always looking out for food for winter and she did a lot of canning. She made peach butter and pickled peaches. The pickled peaches recipe stayed in our family as we all relished them so much.

    I remember Grandpa and Grandma visiting us in Michigan when I was about 6 or 7 years old. That's the only time I remember seeing Grandma as she died when I was 9. Grandma had diabetes and major problems with her feet. Grandpa was a lay minister and he would always ask if I was saved. I didn't know what he was talking about - so I'd shy away from him. In those days, the teachings were a scare tactic. If we weren't good we would go to hell and burn forever. We went to church on Sundays, Sunday nights, and Thursdays and we had prayer meetings on Tuesdays. Leah was a convert at age 8 or 9. I still was very puzzled about it all. When I was in high school, one of my friends told me that God was a good God so I learned a different way.

    Papa was very strict. We had no freedoms except for church related functions and school. Mama went along with it as much as she could. They had prayer service every morning where we read the Bible and Mama, Papa, and Leah prayed. The rest of us refrained. No one ever talked to us about the real love of God - just the 'thou shalt nots'.

    When I was in high school, I went with some of my friends to their young people meetings which I enjoyed. I've been a United Methodist for over 45 years and I have a deep faith and love of God. I'm so thankful that I learned to be part of a church family. Free Methodists NOW are great people. In fact, I feel at home and very comfortable with different beliefs - the important part is to believe.

    Grandpa came to visit us one summer after Grandma died. He built a big kitchen for us. I was only 12 when he died. He was a good man - a kind man.

    My father had a temper that he didn't control very well. I don't know where that part of his personality came from. He was short on patience, too. He was determined that Leah and Charley weren't going to get married - but they did - at our home. Virgil and I eloped. Papa didn't try to control the boys, especially Floyd. Verne and Ruth got married at a parsonage. Grace wanted a church wedding, so I sat Papa down and talked to him. I told him that they were going to get married and wanted a church wedding at the Methodist church, where they could have music, and that she wanted him to give her away. But we wanted to be sure that he would control his behavior - he did! He was so handsome. Charley even got a tie on him - his first one. The wedding was lovely.

    After I got married and had a family I could talk to him and let him know my views and feelings and I think he listened (too late).

    I really didn't know anything about Grandma's temperament. I understand she was kind and loving. She was almost a stranger to me because we lived 80 miles apart and we were too poor for anything more than necessary travel.

    Once I was young and now I'm old, looking forward to 87 in May. I love people - most people, anyway. Virgil always said I picked my friends. I do. I have no time for whiners."

     

    MRS. STOWELL LAWTON (Obituary from Unknown Newspaper)
    MANTON, Oct. 1--A heart attack caused the sudden death this morning of Mrs. Stowell Lawton, 57. Although she had not been in the best of health in recent months, she had been able to attend church services last evening, and he death was unexpected.

    She was born at Knox, Ind., Jan. 1, 1881, and went to Meauwataka with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Garn, at the age of 4. At 11 she moved to Mason county, and lived there until her marriage to Mr. Lawton Nov. 29, 1902. They moved to Caldwell township shortly after their marriage, and had lived there since.

    She was a member of the Free Methodist church at Caldwell.

    Surviving, with the husband, are two sons, Floyd of Manton and Vern of Muskegon; three daughters, Mrs. Leah Shue of Ludington, Mrs. Evelyn Nye of Madison, WI, Grace, at home, five grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. C. M. Larr, of Manton; and five brothers, Aaron Garn of Manton, Charles and Jesse Garn of Meauwataka, Archie Garn of Cadillac and Chauncey Garn of Traverse City.

    Funeral services will be held at the Caldwell Free Methodist church Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. following a prayer service at the...

     

    Stowell Ernest LAWTON and Minnie Viola GARN had the following children:

    + 88 i. Floyd Earl 4 LAWTON was born 23 JUL 1906.

    + 89 ii. Leah Helen LAWTON was born 13 JUN 1909.

    + 90 iii. Evelyn Belle LAWTON was born 18 MAY 1912.

    + 91 iv. Verne LeVoy LAWTON was born 10 APR 1914.

    + 92 v. Grace Velma LAWTON was born 26 JUL 1920.

    93 vi. Lois Viola LAWTON was born in Missaukee Co, Michigan 19 AUG 1923. Lois died 29 APR 1925 in Cadillac, Wexford, Michigan, at 1 year of age. Her body was interred 1925 in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, Caldwell Cemetery.

     

    34. Ethel May 3 LAWTON (Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 23 OCT 1882. Ethel died 11 JAN 1963 in Custer Twp, Mason, Michigan, at 80 years of age. Her body was interred 14 JAN 1963 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. She married Orin Train LARR in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, 5 JUN 1910. Orin was born in Williams Co, Ohio 14 AUG 1882. Orin died 8 MAR 1971 in Hart, Oceana, Michigan, at 88 years of age. His body was interred 11 MAR 1971 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. They lived in Scottville, Mason Co, Michigan.

    The Ludington Daily News, January 12, 1963, Page 3:
    MRS. LARR, 80, DIES FRIDAY
    Mrs. Ethel Larr, 80, of Custer Township died suddently Friday evening at her home.

    She was born Oct. 23, 1882 in Wexford County. She was married in 1910 in Scottville to Orin Larr, who survives. She has been a resident of Custer Township for 61 years.

    Also surviving are two sons, Virtol at home, Ernie of Route 1 Custer, three daughters, Mrs. Anker (Bernice) Sorenson of Route 1 Pentwater, Mrs. Curtis (Dora) Duchenois of Pentwater, Mrs. Edward (Velma) Johnson of Bitely, 14 grandchildren and one great grandchild, two brothers, Stowell Lawton of Florida and Lloyd Lawton of Holland, one sister, Mrs. Lulu McGhan of Scottville, A son, Milfred preceded her in death in 1947.

    Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday from Stephens Chapel. - LARR, MRS. ETHEL, Custer Township
    Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel Larr, who died suddently Friday, will be held at 2 p.m. Monday from Stephens Shapel with Rev. B. A. Wayer of Scottville Free Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Brookside Cemetery in Scottville. The family will be at the chapel from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. tonight and Sunday to receive friends.

    Ludington Daily News, 9 Mar 1971, Page 2:
    DIES MONDAY IN HART - Orin T. Larr, 88, of South Custer, died Monday morning in Oceana County Hospital in Hart, where he had been a patient for two weeks. He had been in failing health for the past two years.

    He was born Aug. 14, 1882, in Williams County, Ohio, and came to South Custer at the age of four months with his parents. He had resided there since.

    He was married June 5, 1910, to Ethel Lawton, who preceded him in death in 1963.

    Surviving are two sons, Virtol at home and Ernest of South Custer Road; three daughters, Mrs. Edward (Velma) Johnson of Bitely, Mrs. Berniece Sorensen and Mrs. Curt (Dora) Duchenois of South Custer; one brother, Raymond, of Muskegon; 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He also was preced in death by his parents and one son, Milford in 1947.

    Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Stephens Chapel.

    Same Page: LARR, ORIN T., South Custer
    Funeral services for Orin T. Larr, who died Monday, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday from Stephens Chapel in Scottville with the Rev. Russell Truesdale officiating. The family will be at the chapel from 7 to 9 today and Wednesday to receive relatives and friends. Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery, Scottville.

    Ethel May LAWTON and Orin Train LARR had the following children:

    94 i. Virtol M. 4 LARR was born in Custer, Mason, Michigan 1 MAR 1912. Virtol died 25 AUG 1991 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 79 years of age, and was never married.

    Ludington Daily News, August 27, 1991, Page 2:
    VIRTOL M. LARR - Died Aug. 25, 1991

    Virtol M. Larr, 79, of 2772 S. Kintner Road, Custer, died Sunday at Oakview Medical Care Facility, Ludington.

    Virtol M. Larr was born March 1, 1912, in Custer where he grew up and attended Resseguie School.He farmed in the Custer area, where he lived his whole life.

    Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Bernice Sorensen and Mrs. Dora Duchenois, both of Custer; and Mrs. Edward (Velma) Johnson, Bitely; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Geri Larr, Scottville; several nieces and nephews. Services for Mr. Larr will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Stephens Funeral Chapel, Scottville, with the Rev. David Gauthier officiating. Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery.

    The family will receive friends at the Stephens Funeral Chapel from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 today.

    95 ii. Milford E. LARR was born in Michigan 1913. Milford died unmarried in 1947 at 34 years of age. His body was interred 1947 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

    + 96 iii. Bernice O. LARR was born 29 NOV 1916.

    + 97 iv. Velma A. LARR was born 18 SEP 1919.

    + 98 v. Ernest Allen LARR was born 25 APR 1920.

    + 99 vi. Dora Mae LARR was born 9 MAY 1929.

     

    35. Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON (Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 25 JUL 1885. Maud died 23 DEC 1958 in Midland, Midland, Michigan, at 73 years of age. Her body was interred after 24 DEC 1958 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

    She married Alfred Earl THOMPSON, Sr. in Ludington, Mason,Michigan, 30 APR 1906. Alfred was born in Elyria, Lorain, Ohio 5 NOV 1883, son of Herbert and Elizabeth THOMPSON. Alfred died 11 OCT 1953 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, at 69 years of age. His body was interred 14 OCT 1953 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. After all the children were through school, Maud divorced Alfred. She lived in Custer, Michigan.

    Ludington Daily News, October 12, 1953, Page 3:
    CUSTER FARMER TAKEN BY DEATH
    CUSTER--Alfred Thompson, 69, died Sunday afternoon at his farm home in Custer township.

    He was born Nov. 5, 1883 in Sheridan O, came to Custer when he was nine years of age and had lived at his present home since that time.

    Mr. Thompson was a farmer and also served as Custer township highway commissioner for several years.

    Those who survive are four sons, Virl of Cheboygan, Clarence of Scottville, Laurel of Traverse City, and A. Earl of Scottville, three daughters, Mrs. Della Davison of Lapper, Mrs. Dora Schrader of Ludington and Mrs. Jane Cook of Midland; two brothers, George of Twinsburg, O, and Arthur of Bay City; two sisters, Mrs. Lena Hart of Lowell and Mrs. Maude Molineux of Bay City; 10 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday from Steppers? chapel with Harold Bothoven(?) pastor of Custer Baptist chapel officiating. Burial will be in Brookside cemetery, Scottville.

    The family will be at the home from 7 to 98 p.m. tonight and Tuesday. (Part of this obit. was difficult to read on the microfilm.)

    From Historic Mason County, Michigan, 1980, Mason County Historical Society, Taylor Publishing Company, Page 191:
    THOMPSON

    Alfred Earl Thompson was born November 5, 1883 in Elyria, Cuyahoga County, Ohio to Herbert and Elizabeth Thompson. Elizabeth had come from Ireland with her mother. The mother didn't like America and returned to Ireland. Elizabeth remained and married Herbert Thompson. Herbert owned a farm five or six miles south of Custer.

    Alfred Thompson married Maul Pearl Lawton, April 26, 1906 and they lived the majority of their married life on the Conrad Road farm located one and one-half miles south and two miles east of Scottville.

    Maud Pearl Lawton was born to Lyman and Sarah Lawton near Meawatauka, in the Cadillac area of Wexford County July 25, 1885. She came to Mason County with her parents when she was 16 years old. En route they traveled the trader trails.

    To this union were born seven children. The eldest, Della Dennis, taught school four years, then married and moved to Traverse City where she lived two years. She then moved to Lapeer where she now resides.

    Virl Thompson helped with farming and later was employed at Traverse City State Hospital for several years. Then he was put in charge of social services in Cheboygan, Michigan. He is now retired.

    Clarence Thompson has just retired from work at the paper mills in Manistee.

    Doris Thompson is now Mrs. John Schrader and is employed at the Baywood Nursing Home.

    Laurel Thompson resides at Traverse City and is an employee of the hospital.

    Carol June married Richard Cook of Manistee who is employed by Dow of Midland.

    Alfred Earl Thompson Jr. lives at Manistee and is employed at the paper mills.

    Alfred Thompson Sr. farmed and worked at road construction using a team and wagon to haul gravel. Later he bought trucks and worked on construction jobs building the main highways through Mason County. Before the highways were built he kept the road between Scottville and Ludington in good driving condition by driving a team drawn float over the road. This was not a road grader. It was a float to smooth the road. -Della Dennis.

    Midland Daily News, Wednesday, December 24, 1958, Page 8: DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER
    Mrs. Maud Thompson, 73, former Scottville resident, died Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Richard Cook, 3810 Lancaster.

    Mrs. Thompson was born July 25, 1885 in Wexford County and, until three years ago, she had made her home in Scottville. She came to Midland in 1955 to make her home with her daughter.

    She is also survived by several other children.

    Funeral services, as yet incomplete, are to be held in Scottville. The Stevens Funeral Home, Scottville, is in charge of arrangements.

    Maud Pearl LAWTON and Alfred Earl THOMPSON Sr. had the following children:

    100 i. Della H. 4 THOMPSON was born in Lapeer, Lapeer, Michigan 25 MAR 1909. Della died 7 APR 2000 at 91 years of age. She married Ulysses Grant "Jake" DENNIS after 1930. Ulysses was born in Lapeer, Lapeer, Michigan 14 JAN 1902. Ulysses died 10 MAR 1993 in Rich Twp, Lapeer, Michigan, at 91 years of age. His body was interred MAR 1993 in North Branch, Michigan, Maple Grove Cemetery. In 1930 Della was a school teacher. She and Jake lived in Attica, Lapeer Co, Michigan.

    + 101 ii. Virl E. THOMPSON was born 1 SEP 1912.

    + 102 iii. Clarence R. THOMPSON was born 21 JUL 1914.

    + 103 iv. Doris L. THOMPSON was born 6 JUL 1916.

    + 104 v. Laurel L. THOMPSON was born 31 MAR 1918.

    + 105 vi. Carol "June" THOMPSON was born 17 JUN 1923.

    + 106 vii. Alfred "Earl" THOMPSON Jr. was born 10 JAN 1926.

     

    36. Lula Elizabeth 3 LAWTON (Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 29 MAY 1887. Lula died 12 JUN 1972 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, at 85 years of age. Her body was interred 15 JUN 1972 in Tallman, Mason, Michigan, Tallman Cemetery.

    She married Oscar Perry MC GHAN in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, 28 JUN 1908. Oscar was born in Newaygo Co, Michigan 27 NOV 1884. Oscar died MAY 1910 in Michigan, at 25 years of age. His body was interred 1910 in Tallman, Mason, Michigan, Tallman Cemetery. Lula was a teacher in a country school for 44 years, and according to Iva Calkins, her niece, was a good one. She had quit for a short time when she married and the couple moved to Ludington, where Oscar worked in a basket factory. After the birth of their first child, Oscar died of tuberculosis, and Lula moved to Scottville, Michigan.

    Ludington Daily News, June 13, 1971, Page 2:
    MRS. LULA MC GHAN - Mrs. Lula E. McGhan, 85, of 105 Gay St., Scottville, died Monday at the Taylor Nursing Home where she had been a patient for 2 1/2 weeks.

    She was born May 29, 1887, in Wexford County.

    She moved to Mason County in 1900, and had resided in Scottville since 1923.

    She taught in area schools for 44 years, retiring in 1954.

    Her teaching career included 26 years in Victory Township. She also did much private tutoring.

    Mrs. McGhan was a member of the Retired Teachers Association.

    Surviving are a granddaughter, Mrs. Kathleen Watchorn, Flint; three grandsons, Harlan McGhan, Richmond, Va., and Barry and Michael McGhan, both of Flint; three great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

    She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar, in 1910, and by a son Lawrence, in 1970.

    A scholarship in the name of Lawrence and Lula McGhan was established in 1970 at West Shore Community College. The family requests that expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions directly to the scholarship fund at the college.

    Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Stephens Chapel at Scottville with burial in Tallman Cemetery.

    The family will be at the chapel from 7 to 9 p.m. today and Wednesday.

    Lula Elizabeth LAWTON and Oscar Perry MC GHAN had the following child:

    + 107 i. Lawrence Oliver 4 MC GHAN was born 19 AUG 1909.

     

    37. Winifred Emma 3 LAWTON (Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Meauwataka, Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 5 SEP 1892. Winifred died 8 JUL 1952 in Eden Twp, Mason, Michigan, at 59 years of age. Her body was interred JUL 1952 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Old Riverside Cemetery.

    She married William Riley "Tim" STANDISH in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, 11 SEP 1918. William was born in Jamestown Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 15 OCT 1878. William died 16 MAR 1944 in Eden Twp, Mason, Michigan, at 65 years of age. His body was interred 22 MAR 1944 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Old Riverside Cemetery. William died of a heart attack. The couple lived in Scottville, Michigan.

    Ludington Daily News, March 16, 1944, Page 5:
    WILLIAM STANDISH CLAIMED BY DEATH - William Standish, Eden township farmer, passed away this morning at his home, one-half mile east of Jenks school.

    Mr. Standish was born Oct. 15, 1878, at Jamestown in Ottawa county. He lived near Shelby until 1910 when he came to Mason county where he has since resided.

    Sept. 11, 1919 he was married to Miss Winnie Lawton, who with their three children, survives. The children are Mrs. Iva Calkins of South Custer and Earl and Marshall at home.

    Also surviving is a sister, Mrs. Roena Elliott of Shelby.

    The body has been brought to the Stephens Funeral home where it will remain until the service Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Funeral home. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery, Custer.

    Ludington Daily News, July 9, 1952, Page 5:
    DIES SUDDENLY AT FARM HOME - Mrs. Winifred Standish, 59, died suddenly Tuesday at her home in Eden Township.

    Winifred Lawton was born in Wexford county Sept. 5, 1892, coming to Mason county with her parents when she was seven years old. They lived in South Custer and she attended Resseguie school.

    On Sept. 11, 1918, she was married to William Standish of Scottville. The couple moved to a farm in South Custer, where Mr. Standish died several years ago.

    Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. John Calkins of South Custer; two sons, Earl Standish who lives at the Eden farm and Pfc. Marshall Standish who is stationed at Grafenwohr, Germany; three sisters, Mrs. Lulu McGhan and Mrs. Maude Thompson of Scottville and Mrs. Ethel Larr of South Custer; two brothers, Stowell Lawton of Muskegon and Lloyd Lawton of Ludington.

    The body is at Stephens funeral home in Scottville, funeral arrangements pending word from the son in Germany.

     

    Winifred Emma LAWTON and William Riley "Tim" STANDISH had the following children:

    + 108 i. Iva S. 4 STANDISH was born 23 JUN 1919.

    + 109 ii. Earl William STANDISH was born 21 DEC 1920.

    110 iii. Roy Lyman STANDISH was born 1923. Roy died 1923 at less than one year of age. His body was interred 1923 in Mason Co, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

    111 iv. Marshall Riley STANDISH was born in Custer Twp, Mason, Michigan 18 AUG 1926. Marshall died 6 JAN 1985 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 58 years of age. His body was interred 9 JAN 1985 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery. He had been a private, first class in the US Army in the Korean Conflict.

    Ludington Daily News, Monday, January 7, 1985, Page 3:
    MARSHALL STANDISH
    Marshall R. Standish, 58, of 6490 E. Marshall Road, route 1, Fountain died Sunday, Jan. 6 at Memorial Medical Center.

    He was born Aug. 18, 1926 in Custer Township. He attended Jenks and Resseguie schools and later attended Custer High School. He was a lifetime resident of Mason County.

    He served in the U.S. Army with the military police in Germany during the Korean Conflict. He was employed with Harry Soule Landscaping Company for several years.

    Surviving are a sister, Mrs. John (Iva) Calkins of Custer; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Earl (Florence) Standish of Tallman with whom he made his home; two nieces, Mrs. Scott (Ardith) Empie of Walhalla and Mrs. Ronald (Judy) Sorensen of Tallman; two nephews, Earl Standish, Jr. of Walhalla and Kerry Calkins of Grand Rapids.

    The funeral for Mr. Standish will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Stephens Funeral Chapel, Scottville with the Rev. Frederick Stewart officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Custer.

    The family will be at the funeral chapel to receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. -Stephens, Scottville.

     

    39. Arthur J. 3 LAWTON (Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 23 SEP 1875. Arthur died 15 MAY 1938 in Grand Traverse Co, Michigan, at 62 years of age. His body was interred 19 MAY 1938 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. (No gravestone for him was found in Nunica.)

    He married Ada M. WISEMAN in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 1 JAN 1896. Ada was born Ottawa Co, Michigan OCT 1873, the daughter of Geo. W. and Allie B. (Lillie) WISEMAN. Ada died 3 OCT 1928 in Muskegon Co, Michigan, at 54 years of age. Arthur was an engineer at the time of his wedding to Ada in 1896. They lived in Fruitport, and in 1920 he was listed as a blacksmith.

    The Grand Rapids Press, May 17, 1938, Page 18:
    LAWTON - Arthur Lawton, aged 62, of Muskegon, Mich. passed away Monday. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Kieft; a sister, Mrs. Edith Pond of Flint; a brother, A.W. Lawton of Milwaukee. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Workman Funeral Home. Burial in Nunica. (No stone found for him in Nunica.)

    Arthur J. LAWTON and Ada M. WISEMAN had the following children:

    112 i. Stanley 4 LAWTON was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 19 SEP 1897. Stanley died 20 SEP 1897 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, a stillborn baby.

    113 ii. Nelley LAWTON was born 1898. Nelley died 1898 at less than one year of age. Her body was interred 1898 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    114 iii. Lillian Alice LAWTON was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 19 JUL 1899. Lillian died 13 AUG 1899 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, at less than one year of age. Her body was interred AUG 1899 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    + 115 iv. Beatrice Ida LAWTON was born 18 SEP 1901.

    116 v. Myrtle LAWTON was born 30 OCT 1903. Myrtle died 30 OCT 1903 at less than one year of age.

    117 vi. Reginald LAWTON was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 19 MAR 1907 and died the same day. His body was interred 19 MAR 1907 in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

     

    41. William D. 3 LAWTON (Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 19 JUN 1880. William died 18 OCT 1937 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 57 years of age. His body was interred 22 OCT 1937 in Paris Twp, Kent, Michigan, Rest Lawn Cemetery.

    He married Mary M. BARTLETT in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 21 SEP 1907. Mary was born in Hudsonville, Ottawa, Michigan 1 JAN 1885, the daughter of Fred and Nettie D. (Tibbetts) Bartlett. She married Norman KELLER after William died. Mary died 29 MAR 1947 in Hastings, Barry, Michigan, at 62 years of age. Her body was interred 1 APR 1947 in Paris Twp, Kent, Michigan, Restlawn Cemetery. William lived in Grand Rapids, and in 1912 was working as a foreman for Adolph Leitelt Iron Works. In 1920 and 1930 he sold mill supplies.

    The Grand Rapids Press, March 31, 1947, Page 14:
    KELLER--Mrs. Mary M. Keller, aged 62, of Hastings died unexpectedly Saturday morning at her home, 701 Wilson st. Mr. Keller was a resident of Grand Rapids for many years. Surviving are her husband, Norman; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Bartz of Traverse City; two sons, Frederick Lawton of Grand Rapids and William Lawton of Benton Harbor; a brother, Leo Bartlett of Grand Rapids; and four grandchildren. Mrs. Keller reposes at her home. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday at Leonard Chapel. Burial at 4 o'clock at Restlawn Memorial park, Grand Rapids.

     

    William D. LAWTON and Mary M. BARTLETT had the following children:

    + 118 i. Mary Leona 4 LAWTON was born 5 OCT 1909.

    + 119 ii. Frederick S. LAWTON was born 5 DEC 1912.

    + 120 iii. William D. LAWTON Jr. was born 4 AUG 1916.

     

    42. Edith 3 LAWTON (Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan MAY 1887. Edith died AFT 1938. She married twice. She married Wallace B. DODDINGTON in Berrien Co, Michigan, 27 AUG 1905. Wallace was born in Michigan in 1885, and presumably died between 1920 and 1930 in the Flint, Michigan area. She married Albert POND in Michigan, after 1920. Albert was born in Iowa CA 1880. In 1910 Wallace and Edith were living in Crockery Township, Ottawa County, and he was working as a railroad conductor. In 1920 they were in Flint, where he was a salesman in a bookstore. Edith’s mother, Alice was living with them at this time. In 1930 Edith was married to Albert, and he was a bridge builder at a construction company in Flint, where they lived.

    Edith LAWTON and Wallace B. DODDINGTON had the following children. No more is known about them at this time.:

    121 i. Emma 4 DODDINGTON was born in Michigan CA 1907.

    122 ii. Hazel DODDINGTON was born in Michigan JUL 1910.

    123 iii. Helen B. DODDINGTON was born JUL 1910. Helen died 9 AUG 1910 in Muskegon Co, Michigan.

    124 iv. Mildred DODDINGTON was born in Michigan CA 1911. Edith LAWTON and Albert POND had the following child:

    125 v. Jean POND was born in Michigan CA 1927. Jean was an adopted daughter according to the 1930 census. Was she perhaps a daughter of Edith and Wallace that Albert adopted? No more is known about her.

     

    43. Charles Francis "Frank" 3 LAWTON (Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan AUG 1871. Charles died 18 OCT 1954 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 83 years of age. His body was interred 21 OCT 1954 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Woodlawn Cemetery.

    He married Lucia A. HUMPHREYS in Fruitport, Muskegon, Michigan, 24 MAY 1896. Lucia was born in Genessee Co, New York JAN 1877, the daughter of Grosvenor G. and Mary (Wood) Humphreys. Lucia died 8 OCT 1929 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 52 years of age. Frank lived in Fruitport in 1900, had moved to Grand Rapids in 1904, was back in Fruitport in 1910 and in Grand Rapids in 1920 working as a packer in a furniture factory.

    Coopersville Observer, 10/4/1904-Frank Lawton has moved to Grand Rapids.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, October 9, 1929, Page 3:
    MRS. LUCIA A. LAWTON--Mrs. Lucia A. Lawton, age 52, passed away Tuesday afternoon at the residence, 745 Coit ave., NE. She leaves her husband, Frank; two daughters, Mrs Mary Huebner of Detroit and Mrs. Adeline Hart of Grand Rapids, and one son, Roe, of Grand Rapids. The body was removed to Greenhoe's home for funerals, where funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock.

    Grand Rapids Herald obit. October 20, 1954, Page 19:
    LAWTON--Frank Lawton, aged 83, of 940 Ottawa Ave., NW., passed away Monday evening at his residence. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Ray Hart; a son, Roe Lawton; a sister, Mrs. Hattie Colvin, all of Grand Rapids; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Sullivan Funeral Home where Mr. Lawton reposes. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. (Woodlawn Cemetery has no record of his burial there.)

    Charles Francis "Frank" LAWTON and Lucia A. HUMPHREYS had the following children:

    + 126 i. Mary 4 LAWTON was born FEB 1897.

    + 127 ii. Franklin "Roe" LAWTON was born 20 APR 1898.

    + 128 iii. Adeline B. LAWTON was born 29 NOV 1901.

     

    44. Henry Scott 3 LAWTON (Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 19 NOV 1875. Henry died 29 APR 1945 in Ravenna, Muskegon, Michigan, at 69 years of age. His body was interred 2 MAY 1945 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    He married Dora V. PAYNE Ottawa Co, Michigan, 13 SEP 1896. Dora was born in Ohio NOV 1873 and lived in Fruitport at the time of her marriage. Dora died 17 DEC 1965 at 92 years of age. Her body was interred 20 DEC 1965 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. Scott lived in Ravenna Twp, Ottawa County, Michigan, where he owned a farm.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, May 1, 1945, Page 10
    LAWTON--Scott H. Lawton, 69, route 2, Ravenna, passed away at his home Sunday evening. Surviving are his wife, Dora; two sons, Clarence and Charles of Toledo, Ohio; seven grand-children; three great-grandchildren; one sister and one brother. Mr. Lawton will repose at Kameraad funeral home, Coopersville, until Tuesday afternoon, at which time he will be removed to the late farm home where private services will be held Wednesday at 1:45 and at 2 o'clock at the Ravenna Methodist church. Interment in the Coopersville cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, May 1, 1945, Page 2
    PROMINENT RAVENNA FARMER IS DEAD
    COOPERSVILLE - Scott H. Lawton, 69, prominent farmer of route 2, Ravenna, died in his home Sunday evening.

    He was born Nov. 19, 1875, in Polkton township. Mr. Lawton served as highway commissioner of Ravenna township for 10 years and was a member of the board of education of School District No. 5, Ravenna.

    On Sept. 13, 1896, he was married to Miss Dora Payne of Fruitport. Surviving are the wife; two sons, Clarence F. Lawton and Charles E. Lawton, both of Toledo, Ohio; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Hattie Calvin of Grand Rapids; one brother, Frank Lawton of Grand Rapids.

    The body is at the Kammeraad funeral home, to remain until Tuesday afternoon when it will be removed to the residence where private services will be held Wednesday at 1:45. Public services will be held at 2:30 p.m. in the Ravenna Methodist church. Burial will be in Coopersville cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, December 17, 1965, Page 48:
    LAWTON--Mrs. Dora Lawton, aged 92, of Coopersville, passed away early Friday morning. Surviving are two sons, Charles E. Lawton and Clarence Lawton, both of Toledo, Ohio; several grandchildren. Mrs. Lawton will repose at the Throop Funeral Home. Funeral announcement later pending arrival of the sons from Toledo.

    The Grand Rapids Press, December 18, 1965, Page 20:
    LAWTON--Mrs. Dora Lawton, aged 92, of Coopersville, passed away early Friday morning. Surviving are two sons, Charles E. Lawton and Clarence Lawton, both of Toledo, Ohio; seven grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Lawton will repose at the Throop Funeral Home where funeral services will be held Monday morning 10:30 with Rev. Wayne Cash officiating. Interment Coopersville Cemetery.

     

    Henry Scott LAWTON and Dora V. PAYNE had the following children:

    + 129 i. Clarence Scott 4 LAWTON was born 30 NOV 1897.

    + 130 ii. Charles Ellsworth LAWTON was born 7 SEP 1899.

     

    46. Hattie B. 3 LAWTON (Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 24 JUN 1883. Hattie died 14 NOV 1963 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 80 years of age. Her body was interred 16 NOV 1963 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. She married four times. She married Wilbur A. SAWYER in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, 31 MAY 1902. Wilbur was born in Wright Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 1874, the son of Benjamin an Amelia J. (Koot) Sawyer. Wilbur died 6 JAN 1943 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 67 years of age. His body was interred 9 JAN 1943 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. Hattie must have been divorced from Wilbur, as she married Joel BURNS Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 11 DEC 1912. Joel was born in Moorland Twp, Michigan CA 1890, the son of Edward and Hattie (Whitherall) Burns. She married Clinton HUNTER Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 2 AUG 1919. Clinton was born in Kent Co, Michigan CA 1878, the son of John and Flora (Lamberson) Hunter. She married Austin COLVIN before 1930. Austin was born in Michigan CA 1888. Austin must have been married prior to marrying Hattie. He was listed as a laborer on the sewers in the 1930 census. Hattie lived in Grand Rapids.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, January 8, 1943, Page 14:
    SAWYER - Wilbur A. Sawyer, aged 68, of 307 Jefferson ave. SE, passed away Wednesday night at the residence. Surviving is one son, Alden of Grand Rapids. Mr. Sawyer reposes at Greenhoe's chapel, where services will be held Saturday at 1 o'clock. Committal services in Coopersville Cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, November 14, 1963, Page 58:
    COLVIN--Mrs. Hattie B. Colvin, aged 81, of 461 St. Clair Ave, NW, the widow of Austin Colvin, passed away Thursday morning in Sunshine Hospital. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Esper D. (Arlene) Salhaney; her son, Alden Sawyer; a niece, Mrs. Raymond Hart, and a nephew, Roe Lawton, all of Grand Rapids. Mrs. Colvin was taken to the Metcalf Mortuary, where services will be held at 1 Saturday afdternoon, Rev. J.H. Meppelink of the Woodmere Gardens Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment Coopersville Cemetery, Coopersville, Mich. The family will meet friends at the mortuary Thursday and Friday from 7 to 9 o'clock.

     

    Hattie B. LAWTON and Wilbur A. SAWYER had the following children:

    131 i. Alden Lawton 4 SAWYER was born 18 APR 1903. Alden died 31 JAN 1974 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 70 years of age. His body was interred 4 FEB 1974 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. He married Eulodia M. (last name unknown) after 1930. Eulodia was born in Michigan 20 AUG 1906. Eulodia died 24 APR 1996 in Kissimmee, Florida, at 89 years of age. Alden was a barber and apparently had no children.

    The Grand Rapids Press, February 1, 1974, Page 3-C:
    SAWYER--Alden Lawton Sawyer, aged 70, passed away Thursday night at his home, 659 Alger St. SE. Surviving is his wife, Eulodia. Mr. Sawyer was taken to the Metcalf Mortuary where the family will receive friends Friday, Saturday and Sunday 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be held in the Clark Memorial Chapel, 1546 Sherman St. SE, Monday at 1 o'clock p.m. Dr. Lawrence R. Taylor of Trinity Unity Methodist Church officiating. Interment Coopersville Cemetery.

    Orlando Sentinel, April 1996:
    EULODIA M. SAWYER, 89, 3765 Northgate Drive, Kissimmee, died Wednesday, April 24. Mrs. Sawyer was a nurse. She was born in Hinghan, Mich. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Kissimmee. Survivors: nieces and nephews. Grissom Funeral Home, Kissimmee.

     

    132 ii. Charles Arden SAWYER was born 1908. Charles died 16 JUN 1909 in Muskegon Co, Michigan.

     

    Hattie B. LAWTON and Joel BURNS had the following child:

    133 iii. Arlene E. BURNS was born in Michigan 24 NOV 1914. Arlene died 30 SEP 1990 at 75 years of age. She married Esper D. SALHANEY. Esper was born 6 OCT 1909. Esper died 10 DEC 1996 at 87 years of age. They apparently lived in Lowell, but no more is known about this couple at this time

     

    48. Lina "Linnie" B. 3 LAWTON (George A. 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 5 AUG 1889. Lina died BEF 1975. She married Omer L. SIMONSON Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 9 AUG 1909. Omer was born in Michigan CA 1882. In 1930 Omer and Linnie are shown living in Grand Rapids, where Omer was employed as a cabinet maker in a furniture manufacturing business. Nothing further is known about them at this time.

    Lina "Linnie" B. LAWTON and Omer L. SIMONSON had at least the following child:

    134 i. Corinne 4 SIMONSON was born in Michigan CA 1911.

     

    50. Cora M. 3 LAWTON (George A. 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 25 SEP 1893. Cora died 21 MAY 1919 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 25 years of age. Her body was interred 24 MAY 1919 in Walker Twp, Kent, Michigan, Greenwood Cemetery.

    She married Nathan S. PALMER Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 7 OCT 1911. Nathan was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 1886, the son of Edwin B. and Lydia J. (Irish) Palmer. He married Louise S. "Lulu" BUTTS Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 23 OCT 1921 after Cora had died. Nathan died 10 DEC 1959 at 73 years of age. His body was interred 12 DEC 1959 in Belding, Kent, Michigan, River Ridge Cemetery. Nathan worked as a mattress maker in a factory.

    The Grand Rapids Press, May 22, 1919, Page 18:
    PALMER - Mrs. Cora May Palmer, aged 25, wife of Nathan S. Palmer of 25 National av., N.W., died Wednesday at Butterworth hospital after three weeks' illness. She is survived by her husband and two children, her father, George A. Lawton of Nunica; two brothers and three sisters. Funeral services Saturday afternoon at 2:30 at Alt's funeral parlors, 337 Bridge st. Interment Greenwood.

    The Grand Rapids Press, December 10, 1959, Page 65:
    PALMER--Nathan S. Palmer, aged 73, of 1470 Three Mile rd. NE, passed away Thursday morning. Surviving are his wife, Louise; one daughter, Mrs. James (Hazel) Hatch of St. Louis, MI, one son, Harold L. Palmer of Grand Rapids; eight grandchildren. Mr. Palmer reposes at the VanZoe chapel, Creston mortuary, 1350 Plainfield NE, where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. Interment Riveridge cemetery, Belding.

     

    Cora M. LAWTON and Nathan S. PALMER had the following children:

    135 i. Hazel L. 4 PALMER was born in Michigan CA 1914. She married James H. HATCH. James was born 5 OCT 1914. James died 31 DEC 1994 at 80 years of age. They lived in St. Louis, Michigan in 1959, and Hazel currently lives in Florida.

    + 136 ii. Harold L. PALMER was born CA 1918.

     

    51. John S. 3 LAWTON (George A. 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 21 DEC 1895. John died 4 APR 1985 in Niles, Berrien, Michigan, at 89 years of age. His body was interred 7 APR 1985 in Niles, Berrien, Michigan, Silverbrook Cemetery.

    He married Mabel (last name unknown) in Michigan, CA 1919. Mable was born in Michigan in 1900. Mable died 1946 at 46 years of age. He was shown in the 1910 Census living with Fillmore Turner, his half brother, in Coopersville. John was living in Lansing in 1926. By 1930 he lived in Niles, Michigan, and earned his living as a cement mason. John was in the Army in WWII.

    The Daily Star, Niles, Michigan, Friday, April 5, 1985, Page 2: JOHN LAWTON
    John Lawton, 89, of 229 Sorin St., Niles, died at 10 a.m., April 4, at Pawating Hospital following a sudden illness.

    Spending most of his lifetime in the Niles area, he was born Dec. 20, 1895 in Ottawa County. He was a retired cement mason and a veteran of the Army in World War II. He was married to Mable Lawton who preceded him in death in 1940. Surviving is a son, Billy Lawton of Niles.

    Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 8, at the Pifer-Smith Funeral Home in Niles. The Reverend Robert Freitas of the Bertrand Bible Church will officiate. Friends may call between 7-9 p.m., Sunday. Burial will be held at the Silverbrook Cemetery.

    John S. LAWTON and Mable had the following child:

    137 i. Billy 4 LAWTON was born in Michigan in 1926. Billy lived in Niles, Michigan and died in 1994. He was an adopted son.

     

    53. Lulu M. 3 SMITH (Susan A. 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Dennison, Ottawa, Michigan 10 MAY 1885. Lulu died 11 MAR 1978 at 92 years of age. Her body was interred 14 MAR 1978 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. She married twice. She married Elias Franklin LEE in Kent Co, Michigan, 7 AUG 1902. Elias was born in Sand Lake, Michigan CA 1875, the son of William LEE. Elias died 14 DEC 1967 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 92 years of age. His body was interred 18 DEC 1967 in Nelson Twp, Kent, Michigan, Sand Lake Cemetery. Elias was a schoolteacher. Lulu and Elias must have divorced, as she married James E. MC KEE Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 27 DEC 1921. James was born in Kendallville, Indiana CA 1880, the son of James K. and Mary (Fry) McKee. James died 4 SEP 1954 in Greenville, Kent, Michigan, at 74 years of age. His body was interred 7 SEP 1954 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Oak Hill Cemetery. Lulu and James lived in Grattan, Michigan.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, September 5, 1954, Page 14:
    MC KEE--James E. McKee, aged 74, formerly of Wealthy St., SE, and recently of Slayton Lake, near Grattan passed away Saturday afternoon at the Greenville Hospital. Surviving are his wife Lulu, a son, Kenneth L., of Ionia, a daughter, Mrs. Eugene Kellems, of Indianapolis, a step son Russell Lee, of Conklin, a step daughter, Mrs. Arthur Cross Jr., of Ludington, a sister, Mrs. Mae Rinkenberger, of Kendallville, Ind., and 13 grandchildren. Mr. McKee was taken to the Metcalf Mortuary, where services will be held at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Albert C. Kunz assistant minister of Westminster Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.

    Grand Rapids Press, December 15, 1967, Page 66:
    LEE - Frank E. Lee of Conklin passed away Thursday evening at the Coopersville Christian Rest Home. Surviving are one son, Russell Lee of Conklin; one daughter, Mrs. Arthur Cross of Ludington, six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Mr. Lee will repose at the Throop Funeral Home, Coopersville where funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment Sand Lake Cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, March 12, 1978, Page 2-G:
    MCKEE--Mrs. LuLu McKee, aged 93, of Conklin, passed away Saturday morning at the Glenwood Nursing Home. She is survived by one son, Russell Lee of Conklin; one daughter, Mrs. Arthur (Margaret) Cross of Ludington and one step-son, Kenneth McKee of Ionia; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. McKee will repose at the Throop Funeral Home, Coopersville where funeral services will be held Tuesday 1:30 pm. Rev. William Collins officiating. Interment Coopersville Cemetery. Visitation hours 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm Monday. For lasting memorial, contributions may be made to the Glenwood Nursing Home Memorial Fund.

    Lulu M. SMITH and Elias Franklin LEE had the following children:

    + 138 i. Margaret Adell 4 LEE was born CA 1904.

    139 ii. Bessie A. LEE was born in Michigan CA 1905. Bessie died before 1995. Bessie was still single at the time of her sister, Margaret's wedding in 1922. Nothing more is known about her at this time.

    + 140 iii. E. Russell LEE was born 6 JUL 1908.

     

    55. Earl B. 3 LAWTON (Malvin R. 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 8 NOV 1885. Earl died 14 FEB 1972 in San Diego Co, California, at 86 years of age.

    He married Lula B. HARDING CA 1908. Lula was born in Michigan 10 AUG 1889. Lula died 14 NOV 1971 in San Diego Co, California, at 82 years of age. In 1910 and 1920, Earl is shown farming in Rose Lake Township, Osceola County, Michigan. In 1930 he lived on Woodbridge Street in Grand Rapids and worked as a caretaker at a clubhouse. Lula at that time was a cashier in a cafeteria.

    Earl B. LAWTON and Lula B. HARDING had the following children:

    141 i. Mildred 4 LAWTON was born in Michigan CA 1910. She married Unknown EICHOLTZ. She lives in San Diego, California.

    142 ii. Mabel A. LAWTON was born in Osceola Co, Michigan CA 1911. She married Herbert Leon DE WITT Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 30 JUN 1939. Herbert was born in Isabella Co, Michigan 9 NOV 1903. Herbert died 27 MAY 1989 in San Diego Co, California, at 85 years of age. Mabel had worked as a telephone operator prior to her marriage. She was Herbert's third wife. They moved to San Diego, California.

    143 iii. Malvin Charles LAWTON was born in Michigan 18 OCT 1919. Malvin died 31 MAR 1998 in Harris Co, Texas, at 78 years of age. Malvin was in the service during WWII. He was stationed in England in 1944 as a staff sergeant.

     

    Fourth Generation

    57. Bessie Frances 4 TREAT (Arathusa E. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 30 APR 1878. Bessie died 31 MAR 1959 in Orlando, Florida, at 80 years of age. Her body was interred APR 1959 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    She married twice. She married Walter S. NIXON Ottawa Co, Michigan, 5 SEP 1904. Walter was born in Illinois 1880. Walter died 27 DEC 1943 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 63 years of age. His body was interred 30 DEC 1943 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery. She married Cornelius VAN STEE before 1959. Cornelius was born 1 SEP 1879. Cornelius died 16 MAR 1970 in Orlando, Florida, at 90 years of age. Bessie graduated from Coopersville in 1895. In the 1920 she and Walter Nixon were living on Church Street in Coopersville, and he was employed as an agent for a transit company (possibly the interurban?) Bessie’s mother, Thusa, was living with them at that time. It appears they were living in the same location in 1930, only Walter had been promoted to proprietor of the transit company. Thusa was still living with them. In 1953 she lived in Birmingham, Michigan near Detroit.

    Coopersville Observer exam grades:
    1/16/1890: Bessie Treat 89

    Coopersville Observer September 9, 1904:

    WERE UNITED IN MARRIAGE
    Miss Bessie Frances Treat and Walter S. Nixon Wedded Tuesday Night.
    A very pretty wedding took place Tuesday night at 8 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Thusa E. Treat, when her daughter, Bessie Frances, was married to Walter S. Nixon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. H.B. Ford in the presence of over one hundred relatives and friends.

    The rooms throughout the home were attractively decorated for the occasion, and the parlor, where the ceremony took place was beautifully decorated in green and white. The bridal couple stood under a bell made of asparagus and white asters. The bride was becomingly gowned in white Persian lace and carried white asters and ferns. The maid of honor, Miss Maud Streeter, wore cream mousline de soir. The bridesmaid, Miss Anna Carr, was gowned in a white mousline de soir and carried pink asters and ferns. Dean Treat, brother of the bride, was best man. The bridal party entered the parlor to the music of "Hearts and Flowers," played by Miss Goldie Ives. After the ceremony Miss Leta Morrison sang "O, Promise Me," accompanied by Miss Calla Lillie at the piano. Mrs. C.P. Lillie and Mrs. C.C. Lillie assisted in receiving the guests. After congratulations, refreshments were served in the dining room by Mrs. E.A. Brown, assisted by the Misses Goldie Ives, Anna Green, Gertude and Blair Leggett.

    The out of town guests were John and George Nixon, brothers of the groom, Mrs. George Nixon, Miss Flora Bates, all of Carlinville, Ill, the former home of the groom; Wm. E. Brown, a cousin of the bride, and Mrs. Wm. M. McInnis, both of Chicago; Wilbur F. Lawton, of Petoskey; Mr. And Mrs. Alfred Leggett and daughters Gertrude and Blair; Ross Pulkinghorn, Mrs. J.J. Delany and Joseph Brown, Jr., uncle of the bride, all of Grand Rapids; Mr. And Mrs. Fremont Brown and son Ray, of Grand Haven; Mr. And Mrs. Joseph Brown, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brown and daughter Edna and son McKinley; Mr. And Mrs. E.A. Brown and son Harry; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gleason and daughters Beatrice and Eyla; Fred Douck, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Silas W. Lawton and daughter Edith; Mrs. C. Tissue and son Fremont; Willie, Lillian, Elma and Ruth Douck, all of Nunica; Mr. and Mrs. George Rankins, of Spring Lake; and Mrs. H.J. Starkey, of Muskegon.

    The bride is a Coopersville girl who was born and brought up here, is a graduate of our high school, and has many friends in this vicinity, who wish her a fair voyage on the sea of matrimony.

    The groom has been a resident of our village for about a year, and has made many friends since coming here. He is a young man of good habits and strict integrity, and has been in the employ of the interurban road for several months. A few weeks ago he was promoted to day station agent, and he is held in high esteem by the company and his associates.

    The presents were many and useful, and the happy couple start out in their new relations with the wellwishes of a host of friends, and the OBSERVER joins with them in extending congratulations.

    Coopersville Observer, October 12, 1912:

    Dean Treat of Dixon, Ill., and W.A. Nixon, of Milwaukee, attended the James Cilley funeral Wednesday.

    Grand Rapids Herald, December 28, 1943, Page 11:

    NIXON - Walter S. Nixon, aged 63, of Coopersville passed away unexpectedly at his home Monday morning. Surviving are his wife, Bessie; one daughter, Phyllis, at home; one sister and three brothers of Carlinville, Ill. Mr. Nixon will repose at the residence from Monday evening until Thursday noon at which time he will be removed to the Kammeraad funeral home where services will be held at 2:30. Interment in Coopersville cemetery under the auspices of the Coopersville Masonic Lodge 122.

    The Grand Rapids, April 1, 1959, page 54:

    VAN STEE--Mrs. Bessie (Nixon) VanStee, aged 80, of Coopersville, passed away Tuesday evening in Orlando, Fla. Surviving are her husband, Cornellus VanStee; two stepsons, James VanStee of Grand Rapids and Harold VanStee of Gary, Ind.; three step-daughters, Mrs. John London and Mrs. Martin Grinwis, both of Grand Rapids, and Mrs. James Lucas, a missionary in French West Africa; twelve grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Laura Treat of Oak Park, Ill.; two brothers-in-law, Pearley and James Nixon of Carlinville, Ill. Mrs. VanStee will repose at the Throop Funeral Home in Coopersville from Friday morning until Monday noon, when she will be taken to the Coopersville Methodist church for funeral services at 2 o'clock, Rev. Arthur DeFouw officiating.

    The Grand Rapids Press, March 17, 1970, Page 3E:

    VAN STEE - Cornelius VanStee, aged 90, of 80 Church St., Coopersville, passed away in Orlando, Fla. Monday. He is survived by two sons, Harold of Gary, Ind., and James of Grand Rapids; three daughters, Mrs. John (Nelle) London, Mrs. Martin A. (Jane) Grinwis both of Grand Rapids, Mrs. James (Alice) Lucas of Lansing; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jack and Anthony VanStee and a sister, Mrs. Chris (Maude) VanHattem all of Grand Rapids and several nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are pending Mr. VanStee's arrival from Orlando. Arrangements by the VanStrien-Alman Funeral Home.

    Bessie Frances TREAT and Walter S. NIXON had the following

    child:

    144 i. Phyllis 5 BROWN. Phyllis' last name was actually

    Brown, and she was probably adopted by Walter and

    Bessie. She may have been the daughter of one of

    Bessie's aunts, uncles or cousins.

     

     

     

     

    58. Carl Fremont "Dean" 4 TREAT (Arathusa E. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan 18 SEP 1881. He died 7 MAY 1937 in Oak Park, Cook, Illinois, at 55 years of age. His body was interred 10 MAY 1937 in Walker Twp, Kent, Michigan, Greenwood Cemetery.

    He married Laura ELLIS in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 25 SEP

    1907. Laura was born in Indiana 29 SEP 1882, the daughter of A. and Mary E. (Ottermath) Ellis. Laura died DEC 1963 at 81 years of age. Carl lived in Dixon Park, Illinois in 1912. In 1920 he was living in Highland Park in Wayne County, Michigan as an engineer for the Standard Oil Company. He was working in the same capacity, but living in Oak Park, Illinois in 1930.

    The Coopersville Observer, October 18, 1912.

    Dean Treat, of Dixon, Ill. and W.A. Nixon, of Milwaukee, attended the James Cilley funeral Wednesday.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, Saturday, May 8, 1937:

    FORMER COOPERSVILLE RESIDENT DIES FRIDAY

    COOPERSVILLE--May 7--A former resident of Coopersville, D. Treat, who has recently made his home in Oak Park, Ill., died there Friday morning. He was formerly chief dispatcher for the Grand Rapids, Grand Haven & Muskegon interurban line. Services will be held at Oak Park Sunday afternoon and the body will then be brought to the VanAllsburg funeral home here, where services will be held at 2 o'clock Monday. Burial will be in Greenwood cemetery in Grand Rapids.

    He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Helen; a son, Harold; and a sister, Bessie Nixon of Coopersville.

    Carl Fremont "Dean" TREAT and Laura ELLIS had the following children:

    145 i. Helen 5 TREAT was born in Wisconsin CA 1909. In 1930 she was secretary in a law office in Oak Park, Illinois and still at home with her parents. Nothing more is known of her.

    Coopersville Observer, August 14, 1931, Page 4:
    Miss Helen Treat, grand daughter of Mrs. Thusa E. Treat, has recovered sufficiently from a recent operation for appendicitis, that she has left the hospital and is at her home in Oak Park, Ill.

    146 ii. Harold TREAT was born in Wisconsin CA 1914. He lived in Oak Park, Illinois in 1933. In the SSDI there is a Harold Treat who was born 2 August 1913 and died July 1983 with the last residence being Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin and issued in Illinois. This could possibly be the correct Harold.

     

    59. Lulu T. 4 BROWN (Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan JUN 1882. Lulu died before 1986.

    She married twice. She married Clyde TISSUE Ottawa Co, Michigan, 1901. She must have been divorced from him. Clyde was living in Fruitport in 1912, and Lulu had married Andrew A. BRUSH before 1910. Andrew was born in Wisconsin CA 1892. Lulu was a half-sister to the others. Not much more is known of her. In 1920 Lulu and Andrew were living in Seattle, Washington where he was a clerk with the railroad.

    Lulu T. BROWN and Clyde TISSUE had the following child:

    146 i. Fremont 5 TISSUE was born between 1901 and 1904. No more is known about him at this time.

    Lulu T. BROWN and Andrew A. BRUSH had the following child:

    147 ii. Weston R. 5 BRUSH was born in Washington 14 NOV 1919. Weston died 15 OCT 1993 at 73 years of age. His last residence was listed as Allyn, Mason Co, Washington.

     

    60. Ray D. 4 BROWN (Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan FEB 1892. Ray died AFT 1986. He married Viora D. EASTERLY in Grand Haven, Ottawa, Michigan, 20 JUN 1917. Viora was born in Michigan CA 1892, the daughter of Martin and Deatte (Martin) Easterly. Viora died 30 JUL 1972 in Grand Haven, Ottawa, Michigan, at 80 years of age. Her body was interred 2 AUG 1972 in Marne, Ottawa, Michigan, Marne Cemetery. He lived in Grand Rapids in 1920s and 1930s on Norwood Street. He worked for the Pere Marquette railroad, and in 1920 he was listed as a motorman and in 1930 a switchman. He then later moved to Marne and on to Grand Haven by 1986.

    Ray D. BROWN and Viora D. EASTERLY had the following children:

    + 148 i. R'dene I. 5 BROWN was born 13 APR 1918.

    149 ii. Ray "Bruce" BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1920. He married Shirley. They lived in Dearborn Heights in 1972 and in Florida in 1995.

    61. Rolla J. 4 BROWN (Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan DEC 1893. Rolla died before 1965.

    He married Grace. Grace was born in Michigan CA 1899. They lived in Detroit, Michigan, in 1930 living at 14492 Wilfred Street, and Rolla was working as a salesman of chinaware. It is unknown if Rolla was married previous to Grace, but it is a possibility.

    Rolla J. BROWN and Grace had the following children:

    150 i. Helen 5 BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1917.

    151 ii. Fern BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1919.

    62. William Alden 4 BROWN (Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 6 OCT 1895. William died 27 JAN 1968 in San Mateo Co, California, at 72 years of age.

    He married Lillian May RUBENACH CA 1916. Lillian was born in Michigan 16 APR 1895. Lillian died 28 JUN 1983 in Butte Co, California, at 88 years of age. The lived in Oak Park, Illinois where he was a photographer for the Chicago Daily News. He later moved to San Mateo, California

    William Alden BROWN and Lillian May RUBENACH had the following children:

    152 i. Doris E. 5 BROWN was born in Illinois CA 1918.

    153 ii. William Alden BROWN Jr. was born in Michigan CA 1920.

    154 iii. Florence I. BROWN was born in Illinois CA 1924.

    155 iv. Virginia M. BROWN was born in Illinois CA 1924. Florence and Virginia were twins.

     

    63. Laura A. 4 BROWN (Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan JUN 1898. Laura died 25 JUN 1965 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 67 years of age. Her body was interred 28 JUN 1965 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    She married twice. She married J. W. NELTHORPE CA 1916. He died about 1919. She married Earl H. SWEET CA 1922. Earl was born in Michigan CA 1891, the son of Charles Sweet. They lived in Muskegon, Michigan, and by 1922 had moved to St. Louis, Missouri. They are shown in 1930 living there on Jefferson Street, and Earl was a carpenter. Laura’s mother and second husband lived there with them in 1930.

    The Grand Rapids Press, June 26, 1965, Page 20:
    SWEET--Mrs. Laura A. Sweet, aged 67, of 262 Mason St., Muskegon; passed away Friday morning at Hackley Hospital. Surviving are one son, Carroll of Florida; three brothers, Ray Brown of Marne, Alden of San Mateo, Calif. and Arza of Grand Rapids; one half-sister, Mrs. Lulu Brush of Everett, Wash.; two grandchildren. Mrs. Sweet will repose at the Throop Funeral Home, Coopersville, where funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Rev. Hartwell Gosney officiating. Interment Nunica Cemetery.

     

    Laura A. BROWN and J. W. NELTHORPE had the following child:

    + 156 i. Carroll E. 5 NELTHORPE-SWEET was born 30 AUG 1918.

     

    64. Arza F. 4 BROWN (Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 25 OCT 1899. Arza died 20 AUG 1986 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 86 years of age. His body was interred 23 AUG 1986 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. He married Johanna E. in Michigan, CA 1925. Johanna was born in the Netherlands 14 JAN 1903. Johanna died 10 NOV 1982 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 79 years of age. Her body was interred 12 NOV 1982 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan. They lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan and later Florida. In 1930 he was shown as a grinder in a brass company.

    The Grand Rapids Press, November 10, 1982, Page 7E:
    BROWN -- Mrs. Johanna (Joan) E. Brown, aged 79, of Wyoming SW, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 1982 at St. Marys Hospital. Surviving are her husband, Arza F.; her children, Harold Brown of Petoskey, Norma Benn and Thorne and Mary Brown, all of Grand Rapids, Paul and Frances Brown of Grandville, Elizabeth and Tom Zuidema of Saugatuck; 12 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. John (Henrietta) Tillotson of Elsworth and Mrs. Simon (Carrie) Kamminga of Grandville. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday at the funeral home with Rev. Harold Lenters officiating. Interment Nunica Cemetery. The family will be at the Grandville Chapel of Cook Funeral Home 7 to 9 Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Thursday.

    The Grand Rapids Press, August 21, 1986, Page E6:
    BROWN - Mr. Arza F. Brown, aged 86, of Wyoming, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 1986 at Kent Community Hospital. Mr. Brown was a member of The American Legion Post VFW WWI, The Crescent Masonic Lodge #322 F&AM. Surviving are his children, Harold Brown of Petoskey, Norma Benn of Grand Rapids, Thorne and Mary Brown of Kentwood, Paul and Frances Brown of Grandville, Elizabeth and Tom Zuidema of Saugatuck; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one brother, Ray Brown of Grand Haven. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home 11 a.m. Saturday. Interment Nunica Cemetery. Masonic Services will be held 8 p.m. Friday. The family will be at the Grandville Chapel of Cook Funeral Home, 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Cook-Grandville.

     

    Arza F. BROWN and Johanna E. had the following children:

    157 i. Harold F. 5 BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1925. He lived in Petoskey, Michigan.

    158 ii. Norma L. BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1927. She married Unknown BENN and lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan

    159 iii. Thorne A. BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1929. He married Mary and lived in Kentwood, Michigan.

    160 iv. Paul BROWN was born after 1930. He married Frances and lived in Grandville, Michigan

    161 v. Elizabeth Anne BROWN was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 9 MAY 1944. Elizabeth died 14 FEB 1987 in St. Petersburg, Pinellas, Florida, at 42 years of age. She married Thomas D. ZUIDEMA. They lived in Saugatuck, Michigan and St. Petersburg, Florida. She apparently had no children.

    Holland Sentinel, February 19, 1987, Page A9:
    ELIZABETH ANNE ZUIDEMA, 42
    Elizabeth Anne (Betsy) Zuidema, 42, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Saugatuck, died Feb. 14 at her home in St. Petersburg after a lengthy illness.

    Mrs. Zuidema, wife of Thomas D. Zuidema, was born in Grand Rapids, daughter of Arza and Johanna Brown, and lived in both St. Petersburg and Saugatuck for many years.

    She graduated from Lee High School in Wyoming, Mich., in 1962, and Western Michigan University in 1966. She taught physical education in Caledonia, Mich., and in Minooka, Kirkland and Joliet, Ill. She was aquatics director in Lockport, Ill., for the Lockport Township Park District from 1972 to 1980.

    From 1980 to the present, she was co-owner of West Wind KOA in Saugatuck, where she served as vice president of the KOA National Owners Association.

    Mrs. Zuidema was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Joliet and later of Bethany Reformed Church in St. Petersburg.

    Surviving are her husband, Tom; brothers, Paul and Thorne of Grand Rapids and Harold of Petoskey; and sister, Norma, of Grand Rapids.

    66. Edna T. 4 BROWN (William A. 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 L AWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan FEB 1891. Edna died 23 MAY 1969 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 78 years of age. Her body was interred 26 MAY 1969 in Wright Twp, Ottawa, Michigan.

    She married Frank C. HAMBLETON in Michigan, CA 1916. Frank was born in Michigan 29 APR 1893. Frank died 2 DEC 1963 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 70 years of age. His body was interred 5 DEC 1963 in Wright Twp, Ottawa, Michigan. Frank was a farmer in Wright Township, Ottawa County, Michigan.

    The Grand Rapids Press, December 3, 1963, Page 51:
    HAMBLETON - Frank C. Hambleton, aged 70, of Coopersville Rte. 2, passed away very unexpectedly Monday afternoon. Surviving are the wife, Edna; four sons, Allan of Toledo, Ohio, Ferris of Montpelier, Ohio, Dean of Coopersville and Earl of Ravenna; 11 grandchildren. Mr. Hambleton will repose at the Throop Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, interment will be in the Wright Township Cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, May 23, 1969, Page 3E:
    HAMBLETON--Mrs. Edna T. Hambleton, aged 78, of Coopersville passed away early Friday morning at Muskegon General Hospital. Surviving are four sons, Allan of Toledo, Ohio, Ferris and Dean, both of Coopersville, Earl of Ravenna, 11 grandchildren; 1 brother, William M. Brown of Grand Rapids. Mrs. Hambleton will repose at the Throop Funeral Home Coopersville, where funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Wright Township cemetery.

     

    Edna T. BROWN and Frank C. HAMBLETON had the following children:

    + 162 i. Allan J. 5 HAMBLETON was born 1919.

    + 163 ii. Ferris L. HAMBLETON was born AFT 1920.

    164 iii. William "Earl" HAMBLETON was born in Michigan 2 NOV 1927. William died 13 APR 2000 in Ravenna, Muskegon, Michigan, at 72 years of age. His body was interred APR 2000 in Ravenna, Muskegon, Michigan. He married Iris. Lived in Ravenna, Michigan at 10698 Mount Garfield Rd. and apparently had no children.

    Grand Rapids Press, Saturday, April 15, 2000, Page D8:
    HAMBLETON (Ravenna) [FLAG] - W. Earl Hambleton, aged 72, died April 13, 2000. Earl is a member of Teamster Retirees 406. Surviving are his wife, Iris. Services: Monday 1:00 p.m. at Ravenna United Methodist Church. Visitation: Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Throop Funeral Home, Ravenna, MI. Memorials to The Church of Brain Injuries Association of Michigan

    165 iv. Dean HAMBLETON was born after 1930. He lives at 16624 48th Ave. in Coopersville, Michigan.

     

    67. William McKinley "Mac" 4 BROWN (William A. 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 1 APR 1896. William died 12 APR 1986 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 90 years of age. He married Sarah Myrtle STEVENSON Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 30 NOV 1923. Sarah was born in Springhill, Tennessee CA 1899, the daughter of William C. and Laura N. (Hayes) Stevenson. Sarah died before 1986. Sarah was a teacher prior to her marriage to Mac. It is not known whether she continued teaching afterward. Mac was an electrician and worked for Consumer's Power Company.

    Coopersville Observer January 30, 1931, Page 2:
    Mr. and Mrs. Mac Brown and children Dorothy Jean and Kenneth Lee of Grand Rapids spent Sunday at the William Gleason home.

    Coopersville Observer, October 9, 1931, Page 4:
    Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Brown and children, Dorothy Jean and Kenneth Lee, Mrs. Lena Brown and Paul Mason, Jr., of Grand Rapids were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Gleason Sunday evening.

    The Grand Rapids Press, April 17, 1986, Page E7:
    BROWN--Mr. William McKinley (Mac) Brown, of Whitehall, formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away Saturday, April 12, 1986 at Muskegon General Hospital. He was born in Nunica, April 1, 1896. He served as a Corporal in the U.S. Army in France and Germany in World War I. He worked on the Interurban and was retired in 1961 from Consumers Power Co. On November 30, 1923, he married Sarah Myrtle Stevenson. He was an Honorary Life Member of the American Legion Post 69 and was active in the White Lake Senior Center. He is survived by one daughter, Dorothy Ashley of Kalamazoo; one son, Kenneth (Shirley) of Whitehall; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, a sister, his son-in-law and a grandson. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 19 at 3 P.M. at the Whitehall Evangelical Covenant Church, corner of Lewis and Warner St. For a more lasting memorial, those desiring may make contributions to the White Lake Senior Center in Montague or the charity of your choice.

    William McKinley "Mac" BROWN and Sarah Myrtle STEVENSON had the following children:

    166 i. Dorothy Jean 5 BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1925. She married Unknown ASHLEY. He died or they were divorced before 1986. Dorothy lived in Kalamazoo in 1986.

    167 ii. Kenneth Lee BROWN was born CA 1931. He married Shirley. Kenneth lived in Whitehall, Michigan in 1986 at 608 E. Lewis St.

     

    68. Harry L. 4 BROWN (Edward A. 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 15 SEP 1890. Harry died MAR 1977 at 86 years of age. He married Ruth in Michigan, CA 1916. Ruth was born in Indiana CA 1897. They lived in Detroit in 1920 where Harry was a salesman in a store. They were in Dearborn, Michigan in 1930 with Harry shown as a collections agent.

    Harry L. BROWN and Ruth had the following children:

    168 i. Marie 5 BROWN was born in Wayne Co, Michigan CA 1919.

    169 ii. Edward BROWN was born in Wayne Co, Michigan CA 1920.

    170 iii. Malcolm BROWN was born in Wayne Co, Michigan CA 1922.

    171 iv. Harry W. BROWN was born in Wayne Co, Michigan CA 1924.

    69. George E. 4 BROWN (Edward A. 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 9 NOV 1897. George died 19 MAY 1964 in Saginaw, Saginaw, Michigan, at 66 years of age. His body was interred 23 MAY 1964 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    He married Katherine in Michigan, CA 1922. Katherine was born in Michigan 16 NOV 1898. Katherine died APR 1983 at 84 years of age. George was S2 in USNRF during WWI. He and his family are shown living in Grand Rapids in 1930 with him working as a machinist in an upholstery shop.

    The Grand Rapids Press, May 21, 1964, Page 69:
    BROWN--George E. Brown, aged 56, of 22 Franklin St. Grand Haven, formerly of Nunica and Grand Rapids, passed away early Wednesday morning at the Veterans Hospital in Saginaw. Surviving are one son, James; two daughters, Mrs. Charles Kryzanowski and Mrs. Donald Pasikowski, all of Grand Rapids; nine grandchildren; one brother, Harry of Dearborn, Mich. Mr. Brown will repose at the Throop Funeral Home, Coopersville where funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 o'clock, interment in Nunica Cemetery.

     

    George E. BROWN and Katherine had the following children:

    172 i. Daughter 5 BROWN. She married Donald J. PASIKOWSKI. They lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    173 ii. James BROWN was born n Michigan CA 1927 and lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    174 iii. Ruth E. BROWN was born in Michigan CA 1929. She married Charles KRYZANOWSKI and lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

     

    72. William Alden 4 DOUCK (Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born Ottawa Co, Michigan 24 SEP 1890. William died 27 APR 1973 in Pewaukee, Waukesha, Wisconsin, at 82 years of age. His body was interred 29 APR 1973 in Wisconsin, Wisconsin Memorial Park.

    He married Jeanette BUERGER. Jeanette was born 1881. Jeanette died 14 FEB 1959 in Cudahy, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at 77 years of age. William lived in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

    Milwaukee Journal, April 29, 1973: DOUCK, WILLIAM A.
    Passed on April 27, 1973 of 2655 Anita Dr., Brookfield, age 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Jeanette (Nee Buerger) Douck, dear father of Mrs. Roland (Doris) Scheer and Elliott (Bernice) Douck, grandfather of Robert and Donald Scheer, Laurel and Steven Douck, great-grandfather of Robin, David and Billy Scheer, brother of Mrs. Elma King, Mrs. Ruth Linden, Pontiac, Mich., Mrs. Evelyn Doty, Lake Orion, Mich. and Carroll Douck, Escanaba, Mich., further survived by other relatives and friends. Complete Christian Science services Sun, April 29 at 8 p.m. at the funeral home, Paul Menzel, officiating. Interment Wisconsin Memorial Park. Friends may call after 4 p.m., Sun. Memorials to Third Church of Christ Scientist appreciated.

    William Alden DOUCK and Jeanette BUERGER had the following children:

    + 175 i. Doris 5 DOUCK.

    + 176 ii. Elliott W. DOUCK was born 15 APR 1922.

     

    73. Lillian I. 4 DOUCK (Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 15 JUL 1892. Lillian died 16 JAN 1952 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 59 years of age. Her body was interred 19 JAN 1952 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Rosedale Memorial Park. She married Arthur LONGFELLOW. Arthur was born in Michigan CA 1893. Arthur died 27 DEC 1950 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 57 years of age. About the time Lillie's father remarried, she went to live with her grandmother Douck, who was widowed at the time. In both the 1920 and 1930 census they lived in Grand Rapids on Maplewood Avenue. In 1920 Arthur was a machinist in a factory, and in 1930 was a metal worker in an auto body shop. In 1920, Lillian’s sister, Ruth and Paul Linden were living with them.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, December 28, 1950, Page 1:
    LONGFELLOW, KENT DEPUTY 12 YEARS, DIES
    Despite Heart Ailment He Fulfilled Duties

    Arthur Longfellow of 1405 Maple Row Ave., NW., Kent County Deputy Sheriff more than 12 years, died late Wednesday evening in St. Mary's Hospital. He was 57.

    Mr. Longfellow had been ill with a heart ailment for more than two years, but nevertheless remained on duty. He had returned from the hospital to spend the holiday season at home where he suffered a heart attack late Wednesday evening and was taken back to the hospital.

    He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police.

    Surviving are his wife, Lillian; two daughters, Mrs. Louis Ungaree and Mrs. Edward Willemsen; two sons, Charles and Robert, and six grandchildren.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, December 29, 1950, Page 9:
    Arthur Longfellow - Funeral services for Deputy Sheriff Arthur Longfellow, member of the Kent County Sheriff's Department, who died Wednesday, will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Van't Hof Chapel, with burial in Rosedale Memorial Park.

    The Grand Rapids Herald, January 18, 1952, Page 15:
    LONGFELLOW - Mrs. Lillian Longfellow, aged 48, of 1405 Maplerow, NW., passed away at St. Mary's Hospital Wednesday evening. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Louis Ungrey, Mrs. Edward Willemsen; two sons, Charles and Robert, all of Grand Rapids; seven grandchildren, and a brother, William Douck of Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Elma King, Mrs. Ruth Linden, both of Pontiac. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 at the Van't Hof Funeral Home, Rev. Lester Kilpatrick officiating. Interment Rosedale Memorial Park. Mrs. Longfellow reposes at the chapel.

    Lillian I. DOUCK and Arthur LONGFELLOW had the following children:

    + 177 i. Eileen M. 5 LONGFELLOW was born 1 FEB 1918.

    + 178 ii. Marian I. LONGFELLOW was born 14 JAN 1920.

    + 179 iii. Robert A. LONGFELLOW was born 6 NOV 1921.

    180 iv. Charles A. LONGFELLOW was born in Michigan CA 1925. He lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

     

    74. Elma E. 4 DOUCK (Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born Ottawa Co, Michigan 14 AUG 1894. Elma died 3 MAR 1982 at 87 years of age. Her body was interred 6 MAR 1982 in Pontiac, Oakland, Michigan, Perry Mt. Park Cemetery. In the 1920 Census Elma was living with her cousin, Beatrice Gleason Bartholomew and was a clerk in a confectionery in Greenfield, Wayne Co, Michigan.

    She married Claud E. KING CA 1922. Claude was born in Alabama CA 1891. Claud died December 12, 1936. He served in WWI as private 1st Class, 313 Bakery Co, Q.M.C. from Alabama. He was interred in Pontiac, Oakland, Michigan, Perry Mt. Park Cemetery. Claud and Elma lived in Pontiac, Michigan, where Claude worked in an automobile factory.

    Oakland Press, Friday, March 5, 1982, Page B4:
    KING, ELMA E; of Pontiac; March 3, 1982; age 87; mother of Miss Elinor King and Orrin King; mother-in-law of Ingeborg King; grandmother of Michael, Carolyn, Stephen, Frederic and Christiana; four great grandchildren. Mrs. King was a member of the Oakland Ave. United Presbyterian Church. Funeral Services Saturday 11 a.m. Donnelson-Johns Funeral Home. Burial Perry Mt. Park Cemetery. In state Friday 7 to 9 pm.

     

    Elma E. DOUCK and Claud E. KING had the following children:

    181 i. Elinor R. 5 KING was born in Michigan CA 1922. Elinor died 1 NOV 1982 at 60 years of age. Nothing more is known about her.

    + 182 ii. Orrin E. KING was born 13 SEP 1925.

     

    75. Ruth F. 4 DOUCK (Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Crockery Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 12 JAN 1897. Ruth died NOV 1983 at 86 years of age. She married Paul Walter LINDEN, Jr. CA 1919. Paul was born in Finland 26 NOV 1891. Paul died 26 APR 1935 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at 42 years of age. His body was interred 29 APR 1935 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Soldiers Home Cemetery. Paul served in the US Army in World War I. Ruth and Paul lived in Pontiac, Michigan in 1920 with Ruth’s sister, Arthur and Lillian Longfellow, and Paul was working as a trimmer in a string and wire company. In 1930 they were back in Grand Rapids, where Paul worked in a furniture factory as an upholsterer.

    Grand Rapids Herald, April 28, 1935, Page 4:
    PAUL W. LINDEN--Paul W. Linden, aged 43, of 415 Hoover st, NE., passed away Friday at Veterans' hospital, Milwaukee. Surviving besides the widow, Ruth, are three children, Annette, Nancy and Donald; his father, two brothers and three sisters. The body reposes at the William V. Langlund funeral home. Funeral announcement later.

    Grand Rapids Herald, April 29, 1935, Page 5:
    PAUL W. LINDEN
    Paul W. Linden, 43, World war veteran, of 415 Hoover st., NE, died Friday at the Veterans' hospital at Milwaukee. Surviving him besides the widow, Ruth, are three children, Annette, Nancy and Donald; his father, Paul Linden, Sr.; two brothers, Robert, of this city, and Arnold of Ishpeming; three sisters, Sylvia Linden of Ishpeming, Mrs. Anderson of Stambaugh, Mich., and Mrs. Norma Dahlen of Ironwood. Funeral services will be held at the Langland funeral home today at 2:30 p.m. Interment in Soldiers' home cemetery. Veterans of Foreign Wars will have charge at the cemetery.

    Ruth F. DOUCK and Paul Walter LINDEN, Jr. had the following children:

    183 i. Annette R. 5 LINDEN was born in Michigan CA 1925.

    184 ii. Donald F. LINDEN was born in Michigan 2 JAN 1927. Donald died NOV 1973 at 46 years of age.

    185 iii. Nancy LINDEN was born AFT 1930.

     

    77. Thorne J. 4 BROWN (Joseph P. 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 8 MAR 1898. Thorne died 2 JUN 1978 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 80 years of age. His body was interred 4 JUN 1978 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Rosedale Memorial Park.

    He married Florence F.(last name unknown.) Florence died after 1980. Thorne was proprietor of a sporting goods store.

    The Grand Rapids Press, June 3, 1978, Page 10B:
    BROWN--Thorne J. Brown, aged 80, passed away Friday morning at his home, 937 Chippewa Dr. SE. Surviving are his wife, Florence F.; three sons, Richard T. of Grand Rapids, Robert F. of San Diego, T. James of Grand Rapids; two daughters, Mrs. J. Clyde (Beverly) Spencer of East Lansing, Mrs. James (Mary Carolyn) Matteson of Grand Rapids; nine grandchildren. Services will be held Sunday at 4:00 PM in East Congregational Church, Dr. Seymour VanDyken and Rev. Marion Harrison officiating. Interment Rosedale Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the East Congregational Church Memorial Fund or the charity of one's choice will be appreciated. Arrangements by Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 933 Cherry SE.

    Thorne J. BROWN and Florence F. had the following children:

    186 i. Richard T. 5 BROWN. He married Mary, and they lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    187 ii. Robert F. BROWN. He married Felina and lived in San Diego, California then Carlsbad, California.

    188 iii. Thorne "James" BROWN. He married Estelle and lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan

    + 189 iv. Beverly BROWN was born CA 1932.

    + 190 v. Mary Caroline BROWN was born ABT 1936.

     

    78. Beatrice A. 4 GLEASON (Edith J. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan SEP 1896. Beatrice died 26 AUG 1956 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, at 59 years of age. She married Stanley T. BARTHOLOMEW in Muskegon Heights, Muskegon, Michigan, 17 NOV 1914. Stanley was born in Michigan CA 1892, the son of George and Millie (Seymour) Bartholomew. He married Bernice HUNTER 1960. Stanley was a greenouse florist. In the 1920 census they were living in Greenfield in Wayne County, Michigan and in 1930 were in Nunica, where they were still living in 1942. Stanley died 28 DEC 1979 in California, at 87 years of age.

    Coopersville Observer, July 3, 1931, Page 3:
    S. T. Bartholomew was called to work in the Grand Rapids postoffice as substitute city carrier and mail clerk in the Annex.

    Grand Rapids Herald, August 27, 1956, Page 14:
    BARTHOLOMEW--Mrs. Beatrice E. Bartholomew, aged 59 years, of Nunica, Route 2, passed away Sunday morning at her home. Surviving are the husband, Stanley; three daughters, Mrs. Tony (Kathleen) Busman of Nunica, Mrs. John (Fay) Tatum of Coopersville, and Mrs. Lester (Norma) Timmerman of Nunica; seven grandchildren; her mother, Mrs. Edith Gleason of Nunica; one brother, Glenn Gleason of Grand Haven, and one sister, Mrs. Edith Crozier of Muskegon. Mrs. Bartholomew will repose at the Throop Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. H. Gosney officiating. Interment in Ottawa Center Cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, December 29, 1979, Page 9-B:

    BARTHOLOMEW--Mr. Stanley Bartholomew, of LA Crascenta, CA, formerly of Nunica, aged 88, died Friday in California. He was a self employed Florist. He was married Beatrice Gleason who died in 1956 he then married Bernice Hunter Angerson in 1960. He was a member of the American Legion Post in Coopersville. Surviving are his wife, Bernice; three daughters, Mrs. Lester (Norma) Timmerman of Nunica, Mrs. Tony (Kathleen) Busman of Nunica, Mrs. John (Faye) Tatun of Conneticut, also surviving 11 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one brother, Kenneth Bartholomew of Coopersville. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by VanZantwick-Vartels-Kammeraad of Spring Lake.

    Beatrice A. GLEASON and Stanley T. BARTHOLOMEW had the following children:

    + 191 i. Norma Jean 5 BARTHOLOMEW was born 7 OCT 1920.

    192 ii. Kathleen V. BARTHOLOMEW was born in Michigan CA 1922. She married Tony BUSMAN, and they lived in Nunica.

    Norwalk Hour for Tues. Dec. 31:

    John Tatun, age 80, husband of the late Fay Bartholomew, died Monday at CT Hospice in Branford. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Magner Funeral Home.

    193 iii. Fay E. BARTHOLOMEW was born in Michigan CA 1925. She married John TATUN. John was born 28 SEP 1916. John died 30 DEC 1996 in Branford, New Haven, Connecticut, at 80 years of age.

     

    79. Eyla Gladys 4 GLEASON (Edith J. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 12 APR 1903. Eyla died 30 AUG 1967 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 64 years of age. Her body was interred 2 SEP 1967 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, Sunrise Memorial Gardens.

    She married twice. She married Leo J. BELL in Michigan, CA 1923. Leo was born in Michigan CA 1902. In the 1920 census Eyla and Leo were living in Nunica where he was a laborer on a railroad section. She married Everett G. CROZIER in Angola, Indiana, 1 JUL 1950. Everett was born 27 AUG 1901. Everett died JAN 1992 at 90 years of age. Everett had two daughters from a previous marriage--Mrs. George Wilke and Mrs. Donald Easton, both living in Muskegon. Eyla and Everett lived in Muskegon.

    Coopersville Observer, September 11, 1931, Page 1:

    Mr. and Mrs. Leo Bell and children, Marcia and Harold, spent over Labor Day with relatives in Greenville. Their nephew, Harry Wickane, returned home with them for a few days' visit.

    The Muskegon Chronicle, Wednesday, August 30, 1967, Page 38: MRS. CROZIER, FORMER SHELDON EMPLOYE, DIES
    Mrs. Eyla G. Crozier, 64, died today at Ferguson's Hospital, Grand Rapids, after a six week's illness. Her home was at 1124 S. Walker Road.

    Born April 12, 1903 in Nunica, Mrs. Crozier moved to Muskegon in 1939. She was Eyla G. Bell and was married to Everett G. Crozier July 1, 1950 at Angola, Ind. She was employed for 10 years at the E. H. Sheldon & Co. She was a member of Wood Avenue Methodist Church.

    She is survived by her husband; one daughter, Mrs. August Grams of Muskegon; a son, Harold Bell of Muskegon; her mother, Mrs. Edith Gleason of Nunica; two stepdaughters, Mrs. George Wilke and Mrs. Donald Easton, both of Muskegon; a brother, Glen Gleason of Grand Haven; 15 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.

    The Muskegon Chronicle, Friday, September 1, 1967, Page 25: CROZIER, MRS. EYLA G. (Wife of Everett), 1124 S. Walker Road
    Services for Mrs. Eyla G. Crozier will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Sytsema Chapel, Rev. Carl B. Strange officiating and the interment will be in Sunrise Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home. For a more lasting memorial, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. -Sytsema.

    Eyla Gladys GLEASON and Leo J. BELL had the following children:

    194 i. Marcia J. 5 BELL was born in Michigan CA 1924. She married August GRAMS. August was born 15 JAN 1916. August died JAN 1985 at 69 years of age. Lives in Muskegon, Michigan.

    195 ii. Harold E. BELL was born in Michigan CA 1926. He lives in Muskegon, Michigan.

     

    80. Glenn Ardis 4 GLEASON (Edith J. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 10 JAN 1906. Glenn died 12 JUL 1994 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, at 88 years of age.

    He married Adrianna KLOP in Michigan, CA 1929. Adrianna was born in Netherlands 11 MAY 1907. Adrianna died 30 SEP 1989 at 82 years of age. They lived in Grand Haven, Michigan.

     

    Grand Haven Tribune, Monday, October 2, 1989, Page 2:
    ADRIANA GLEASON
    Adriana Gleason, 82, of Grand Haven, died Saturday, Sept. 30, 1989 at North Ottawa Community Hospital.

    Mrs. Gleason was born May 11, 1907 in the Netherlands to Adrian and Angenieta Klop. A life resident of the Tri-Cities area, she married Glenn Gleason in Spring Lake.

    Mrs. Gleason is survived by her husband, Glenn; a daughter, Mrs. Russell (Deana) Godfrey, Avon Lake, Ohio; a son, William (Betty) Gleason, Spring Lake; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild; a sister, Mrs. Margaret VanTol, Grand Haven.

    Funeral arrangements are being handled by VanZantwick Bartels and Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven.

    GLEASON, MRS. ADRIANA, 1134 Slayton St., Grand Haven, MI
    The Funeral Service for Mrs. Adriana Gleason, age 82, will be conducted 1:00 PM Tuesday from VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven. Interment will follow at Lake Forest Cemetery. Friends may meet the family 7-9 PM Monday.

    Grand Haven Tribune, July 13, 1994, Page 2:
    GLENN GLEASON
    Glenn A. Gleason, 88, of Grand Haven, died Tuesday, July 12, 1994 in Nunica. Mr. Gleason was born Jan. 10, 1906 in Nunica to William and Edith Gleason. He married Adriana Klop, who died Sept. 30, 1989. He retired in 1969 from Bastian Blessing.

    Mr. Brooks (?) is survived by a daughter, Deana (Russell) Godfrey, Avon Lake, Ohio; son, Williamm (Betty) Gleason, Spring Lake; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

    He was preceded in death by two sisters.

    Funeral arrangements are by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven.

    Glenn Ardis GLEASON and Adrianna KLOP had the following children:

    196 i. William 5 GLEASON was born in Michigan CA 1929. He married Betty (last name unknown).

    197 ii. Deana GLEASON was born AFT 1933. She married Russell GODFREY, and they live in Avon Lake, Ohio.

     

    82. Eva Agnes 4 MC CLAIN (Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 30 JUN 1886. Eva died 12 NOV 1971 in Bend, Deschutes, Oregon, at 85 years of age. Her body was interred 15 NOV 1971 in Bend, Deschutes, Oregon, Pilot Butte Cemetery.

    She married twice. She married Lewis HAYDEN in Mason Co, Michigan, 2 JUL 1906. Lewis was born 1885. She married Jesse Edward THOMPSON in Michigan, 1914. Jesse was born in Michigan 28 FEB 1892. Jesse died OCT 1976 in Oregon, at 84 years of age. Eva lived in Davenport, Iowa in the 1920 and 1930 census. Jesse was a machinist at a sash and door company. Eva and Jesse moved to Bend, Oregon in 1945.

    THE BULLETIN, Bend, Oregon, 13 November 1971, page 2
    Eva A. Thompson
    Mrs. Eva A. Thompson, 85, died yesterday at a local nursing home. Her husband, Jesse E. Thompson, survives. They were married in 1914 in Michigan and moved to Bend in 1945, making their home at 1468 East Third St.

    A native of Michigan, Mrs. Thompson was born June 30, 1886. Survivors in addition to her husband are children Ellery Thompson, Ontario, Aubrey Thompson, Walnut Creek Calif., and Dorthy Holliday, Lewiston, Idaho, two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

    Mrs. Thompson was a member of the First Baptist Church. Services are tentatively scheduled Monday at 2 p.m., with the Rev. William E. Knopp officiating. Burial will follow at Pilot Butte Cemetery.

    Niswonger and Reynolds Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

    Eva Agnes MC CLAIN and Lewis HAYDEN had the following child:

    + 198 i. Dorothy L. 5 HAYDEN was born CA 1911.

    Eva Agnes MC CLAIN and Jesse Edward THOMPSON had the following children:

    199 ii. Ellery Seamor THOMPSON was born in Wisconsin 23 APR 1914. Ellery died JUL 1973 at 59 years of age. He married Wilma BOWMAN.

    200 iii. Aubrey Lyman THOMPSON was born in Iowa 1919. He married Una May MERRIAM.

     

     

    83. Ena "Grace" 4 MC CLAIN (Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Colfax Twp, Wexford, Michigan 17 FEB 1889. Ena died 25 NOV 1968 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 79 years of age. Her body was interred 27 NOV 1968 in Mason Co, Michigan, Summit Cemetery.

    She married Franz "Elliott" PETTERSON in Saugatuck, Allegan, Michigan, 1 JAN 1912. He was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 28 SEP 1890. Franz died 28 APR 1975 in Mason Co, Michigan, at 84 years of age. His body was interred 30 APR 1975 in Mason Co, Michigan, Summit Cemetery. Grace was born near Cadillac, and when she was about six, her parents moved to Ludington, Michigan. She attended Ressigue School until about age 12, when she went to Longfellow School. When her parents moved back to the Cadillac area, she stayed with friends and attended County Normal and graduated from there in 1907. She first taught in Freesoil in a three-room school for two years. She then went to teach in North Amber School, a one-room school, and there met her husband-to be, Elliott Petterson. She didn’t finish out the year there, but took a bookkeeping course, and went to work at Watchcase, where she stayed until 1913. Elliott worked at the Wagon factory for several months before getting laid off, and he and Grace went to live with Elliotts parents for a short time, and moved to several different farms as hired help. They finally settled in Summit in Mason County where he was a fruit farmer.

    Ludington Daily News, November 26, 1968, Page 2:
    DIES MONDAY, RITES ARE SET - Mrs. Franz E. Petterson, 79, of Summit Township, route 1 Ludington, died at 9:15 p.m. Monday at Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient since Nov. 3.

    Ena Grace McClain was born Feb. 17, 1889, in Wexford County. She moved to the Resseguie School District near Custer where she attended school until the age of 12 and the family moved to Ludington. She was graduated from Mason County Normal in 1807 and taught three years at Free Soil and North Amber Schools.

    She was married Jan. 1, 1912, in Saugatuck to Franz E. Petterson, who survives.

    Mrs. Petterson was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church of Riverton.

    Surviving are two sons, the Rev. Glenn E. Petterson of Rockford, Mich., and Ivan R. Petterson of route 1 Ludington; a daughter, Mrs. Wilbur (Jacqueline) Birdsall of route 1 Ludington; a sister, Mrs. Jess (Eva) Thompson of Bend, Ore.; 10 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday from Dorrell Funeral Home. Same page:
    PETTERSON, MRS. FRANZ E., Route 1 Ludington
    Funeral services for Mrs. Franz E. Petterson, who died Monday, will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday from Dorrell Funeral Home with the Rev. Jack Kraklan officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Summit Cemetery.

    Ludington Daily News, Monday, April 28, 1975, Page 2:
    FRANZ E. PETTERSON
    Franz E. Petterson, 84, of route 1 Olmstead Road died at 2:40 a.m. today at the Mason County Medical Care Facility where he had been a patient since January of 1967.

    He was born in Ludington on Sept. 28, 1890 and moved to Amber Township, at the age of three with his parents, where he grew up and attended school.

    He was married to Grace McClain Jan 1, 1912 in Saugatuck. She preceded him in death in 1968.

    The couple came to Summit Township in 1914 where they farmed until his retirement in 1963.

    His hobbies were his farm and his garden.

    He was past president of the Mason County Grange and past director of Fairview School Board for many years.

    He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Wilbur (Jacqueline) Birdsall of route 1 Ludington; one son, Ivan R. Petterson of route 1 Ludington; one daughter-in-law Mrs. Glenn E. (Esther) Petterson of Merrill; three sisters, Mrs. Ernest (Hulde) Pierson of Detroit; Mrs. Charles (Ebba) Lambert of Cudahy, Wisc. and Mrs. Clarence (Clara) Pelter of Indianapolis, Ind.; 10 grandchildren, five great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

    He was preced in death, in addition to his wife, by his son the Rev. Glenn E. Petterson April 16, 1975. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Alexander-Rye Funeral Home in Ludington with the Rev. John Christensen officiating.

    Burial will be in Summit Cemetery.

    Family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. -Alexander-Rye Ludington

    Ena "Grace" MC CLAIN and Franz Elliott PETTERSON had the following children:

    + 201 i. Glenn E. 5 PETTERSON, Rev. was born 3 APR 1915.

    202 ii. Ivan R. PETTERSON was born in Mason Co, Michigan 3 JUN 1921 and lived in Ludington, Michigan.

    203 iii. Jacqueline A. PETTERSON was born in Mason Co, Michigan 14 MAY 1924. She married Wilbur BIRDSALL. Wilbur was born in 1917. They lived in Ludington, Michigan.

     

    86. Floyd Vernon M. 4 MC CLAIN (Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Mason Co, Michigan 19 NOV 1896. Floyd died 3 APR 1953 in Muskegon Co, Michigan, at 56 years of age. His body was interred 7 APR 1953 in Muskegon Co, Michigan, Mona View Cemetery.

    He married twice. He married Emma BROWN in Mason Co, Michigan, 21 JUN 1916. Emma was born 1898, daughter of William and Addie Brown. Emma died before 1925. Floyd then married Beulah NELSON in Muskegon Co, Michigan. Floyd's mother was very sick after he was born, so he was taken care of by Sarah Lawton, his grandmother, who had just had Lloyd Lawton, so they were just like twins. Floyd lived in Ludington, where he was shown in 1920 as a teamster. After his first wife, Emma died, the children were apparently raised by Floyd’s in-laws, William and Addie Brown.

    Muskegon Chronicle, April 4, 1953, Page 23:
    McCLAIN, Mr. Floyd Vernon M. 1303 Fulton St., Grand Haven, Michigan
    Mr. Floyd Vernon M. McClain expired Friday evening at the Muskegon Osteopathic Hospital, after a short illness, age 58 years. Further announcement later. The remains lie in state at the Balbirnie-Apostle Mortuary.

    Muskegon Chronicle, April 6, 1953, Page 27:
    McCLAIN, Mr. Floyd Veron M. 1303 Fulton St., Grand Haven, Michigan
    The memorial service for Mr. Floyd Vernon M. McClain will begin at 2:00 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the Balbirnie-Apostle Mortuary, the Rev. Mr. Bremmer officiating, and the Interment will be in Mona View Cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the Mortuary.

    Floyd Vernon M. MC CLAIN and Emma BROWN had the following children:

    + 204 i. Geneva Addie 5 MC CLAIN was born CA 1919.

    + 205 ii. Vernon Edward MC CLAIN Sr. was born 15 JAN 1922.

    + 206 iii. Marjorie MC CLAIN was born 25 FEB 1924.

     

    88. Floyd Earl 4 LAWTON (Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 23 JUL 1906. Floyd died 25 MAR 1987 in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, at 80 years of age. His body was interred MAR 1987 in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, Caldwell Cemetery. He married Pauline G. ROWE in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan 11 NOV 1933. Pauline was born in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan 12 SEP 1913, the daughter of William and Freda (Camp) ROWE. Pauline died in Flint, Genesee, Michigan, 1 NOV 1997 at 84 years of age. Her body was interred 4 NOV 1997 in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, Caldwell Cemetery.

    PAULINE LAWTON
    MANTON--Pauline Lawton of Manton died Saturday, Nov. 1, 1997 at McLaren Hospital in Flint following a short illness. She was 84.

    Mrs. Lawton was born in Traverse City Sept. 12, 1913 to William and Freda (Camp) Rowe. She married Floyd Lawton Nov. 11, 1933 in Traverse City. He preceded her in death March 25, 1987.

    She grew up in Grand Traverse County, graduating from Traverse City High School. She took nurses training at Munson Hospital. She lived most of her life in the Manton area. She spent several years in Muskegon during World War II. She finished her nurses training at Mercy Hospital in Cadillac later in her life and worked as a nurse at Mercy Hospital for 15 years and in New Port Richey General Hospital in Florida after her retirement for eight winters.

    She had been active for many years in the Free Methodist Church and Seventh Day Adventist Church and was a member of the Women's Missionary Society at the Caldwell Free Methodist Church. She enjoyed corcheting Afghans for all her family members, quilting, knitting and reading.

    She is survived by six children, Wayne and Carolyn Lawton of Chesaning, Lois and Jack Ince of Sunshine, Alaska, Mary and Russell Huston of Clio, Patricia and Walter Cross of Chesaning, Bonnie and Leon Sundell of Jennings and James and Karen Lawton of Cadillac; brother Russell and Belle Rowe of Tucson, Ariz.; sister Lucille and Lloyd Marsh of Zephyrihills, Fla.; 24 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

    She was preceded in death by a son, George; and two infant brothers.

    Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4 at Hall Funeral Chapel in Manton, Rev. Allen L. Hyder officiating. Burial will be in Caldwell Township Cemetery.

    Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

    Floyd Earl LAWTON and Pauline G. ROWE had the following children:

    + 207 i. Wayne Earl 5 LAWTON was born 6 JUN 1934.

    208 ii. Lois Luella LAWTON was born 12 NOV 1936. She married four times. She married William Arthur PHILO 14 DEC 1953. William was born 14 DEC 1933. They were divorced between 1965 and 1966. William died 11 JAN 1999 in Alaska, at 65 years of age. She married David KUHN 1 APR 1966 and was divorced from him about 1972. She married William WAGNER 1 DEC 1972, and they were divorced in April 1974. She married Jack INCE 1 DEC 1990. Lois had 5 children with William Philo, but their names are unknown at this time. She and Jack live in Willow, Alaska.

    + 209 iii. George William LAWTON was born 12 JUN 1941.

    210 iv. Mary Alice LAWTON was born 27 OCT 1943. She married Russell HUSTON. Mary and Russell live in Clio, Michigan.

    211 v. Patricia Ann LAWTON was born 29 JAN 1945. She married Walter CROSS. Patricia and Walter live in Chesaning, Michigan.

    212 vi. Bonnie Mae LAWTON was born 11 APR 1947. She married three times. She married Charles LIPP 24 DEC 1964. They were divorced between 1972 and 1973. She married Alfred Duane PHILO 18 NOV 1972 and was divorced from him in May 1991. She married Leon Frans SUNDELL 8 JUN 1996. Bonnie had two children with Charles Lipp and two with Alfred Philo. Their names are unknown at this time. She lived in Jennings, Michigan in 1991.

    + 213 vii. James Lee LAWTON was born 22 AUG 1950.

     

    89. Leah Helen 4 LAWTON (Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Manton, Wexford, Michigan 13 JUN 1909. Leah died 20 JUL 1996 in Tarpon Springs, Pinellas, Florida, at 87 years of age. Her body was interred 25 JUL 1996 in Custer Twp, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery. She married Charles Alvin SHUE Sr. in Caldwell, Michigan, 30 NOV 1929. Charles was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 6 SEP 1907, the son of Amos and Catherine Elnora (Sanders) Shue. Charles died 24 MAR 1991 in Holiday, Florida, at 83 years of age. His body was interred 30 MAR 1991 in Custer Twp, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery. Leah married Charley under her father's objections. He worked at the Ludington watch case factory. She was a Certified Nurse Assistant at Ludington Memorial Hospital, Paulina Stearns Hospital and Tarpon Springs Hospital. She later had Alzheimer's Disease. Charlie took care of Leah for at least 11 years until he got sick and died of cancer.

    Charles has written an autobiography, which can be read in its entirety online at

    http://www.caskey-family.com/genealogy/CharlesAShue.htm#Leah

    To summarize, Charles’ parents belonged to the Church of the Brethren. Charles joined the Free Methodist Church when he was eight years old. His parents were older at the time he was born, and his father, who worked in a sawmill, became ill when he was a teenager. So, Charles had to quit school and go to work in the Star Watch Case Factory as a solderer, where he worked for 40 years. After he met and married Leah, they lived until a time with Charles’ mother during the depression, but purchased lots on North Delia Street in Ludington, where they later built a home. After the birth of their third child, a son, they sold this house and bought one on Rath Avenue. After their children were grown and had families, they moved to Crest Ridge, Florida.

    Leah Lawton Shue: "When I was 4 years old, I was running outdoors and fell down, cutting a gash in my forehead. I remember my mother carrying me to the house and watching over me, and bandaging my cut. I survived but had a scar.

    I was taken to camp meeting when I was one month old. The camp was only about six miles from home, and it was always a source of enjoyment to me to be able to attend. My Lawton grandparents used to tent on the grounds, and I would stay with them and help my grandmother. Grandpa was often the delegate. I remember the tent meetings they used to have out in the woods a half mile from my home, across from Uncle Clarence and Aunt Cora Larr's home. My mother was a Christian, and my Aunt Cora had been saved. Brother G. W. Archer was the first minister who came to hold the tent meetings. He was pastor of the Manton Free Methodist Church at that time. About a year later they started cutting timber to build a church just across the corner from where we lived. Rev. O. A. Kester was the first pastor. I was about seven years old at that time, about 1916. I was saved in December of 1917 at the age of eight, just before Christmas time. Floyd went to town and bought me a New Testament with the 20 cents he had. He was only eleven at the time and thought, since I was saved, I should have a Testament of my own. All through my younger years, my mother encouraged me as a Christian, and my cousin Lola Larr would always say, "Look up, Leah. Keep encouraged." There were good revival services after that, and people were saved. I never missed a service unless I had to. My mother couldn't take us all every night, so she would send us to bed and check to see if we were okay during the altar service. I didn't want to miss any meetings because I told my aunt that God might bless the service and I wouldn't be there.

    I was eight years old when I had my first car ride. Clyde Kinsey had a car and it was a rainy day on our last day of school. He would fill the car with school children until he had given everyone a car ride. A few years later an airplane flew over, and the teacher let all the children out of school to watch it.

    One of my routine chores was to bring the cows home from pasture. There were no cars in the road, so the cows would wander down the road and eat the grasses along the roadside. One day when I was about nine years old, I went to hunt the cows and found them about two miles from home. Johnny Root, a boy a little older than I, was getting his cows which were mixed in with ours, so rather than try to separate them, we thought it would be easier to drive them home together until his cows would leave the rest and go to their own barnyard." - Leah

    [Margaret, Leah's daughter remembers the rest of the story] "When Leah got home with the cows and her father learned what happened, he teased her with a little rhyme he made up:

    "As the sole is to the foot,
    So is Leah to Johnny Root."

    Leah got so tired of this and so embarrassed about being teased that she could hardly stand to look at Johnny Root after that, although he was a nice farm boy."

    Unknown Newspaper, Posted to Mason Co Board. CHARLES A. SHUE SR., Ludington, Mason Co, MI
    Charles A. Shue Sr., 83, died Sunday in Holiday, Fla.

    Charles A. Shue was born Sept. 6, 1907, in Ludington, where he grew up and attended school. He was married Nov. 30, 1929, in Caldwell, to Leah Lawton, and she survives. He was a member of the Holiday Free Methodist Church, Holiday, Fla., and attended Trinity Evangelical Free Church, Ludington, when he visited the area.

    Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Marilyn) Moomey, Scottville; and Mrs. Charles (Margaret) Warner, Auburndale, Fla.; three grandsons, Don (and Vicki) Smith, Kalamazoo; Larry (and Lynn) Smith, Rockford; and Tim Warner, Birmingham, Ala.; seven granddaughters, Mrs. Ed (Jan) Quinn, Scottville; Mrs. John (Joanne) Bromley, Ludington; Mrs. Scott (Beverly) Hooker, Evart; Carolyn Warner, Springhill, Fla.; Paula Warner, Auburndale, Fla.; Miriam Warner, Chicago, Ill.; and Leah Shue, Greencastle, Ind.; 16 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

    He was preceded in death by one son, Charles A. Shue Jr. Aug. 15, 1986.

    Services for Mr. Shue will be conducted at 2pm Saturday at te Dorrell Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Charles Warren officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Custer.

    Friends may call the Dorrell Funeral Home after noon Saturday when the family will be present.

    Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Mason County. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.

    Ludington Daily News, July 23, 1996:

    Leah (Lawton) Shue, 87, of Holiday, Fla., and formerly of Ludington, passed away Saturday at the Westchester Gardens Rehabilitation Center, Florida, following an extended illness. Leah Helen Lawton was born June 13, 1909, in Caldwell, the daughter of the late Stowell and Minnie (Garn) Lawton. She was married Nov. 30, 1929, in Caldwell to Charles A. Shue and he preceded her in death March 24, 1991.

    She worked as a certified nurse's aide at Memorial Hospital in Ludington and at Helen Ellis Hospital in Tarpon Springs, Fla., retiring in 1976. She was a member of the Holiday Free Methodist Church in Holiday, Fla., and the WCTU in Ludington. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting.

    Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Marilyn) Moomey of Holiday, Fla., and Mrs. Rev. Charles (Margaret) Warner of Auburndale,Fla.; one brother, Vern Lawton of Muskegon; two sisters, Mrs. Virgil (Evelyn) Nye of Manton, and Mrs. Paul (Grace) Burkholder of Diamondale; one sister-in-law, Pauline Lawton of Manton, 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

    She was preceded in death, in addition to her husband, and her parents, by one son, Charles A. Shue in 1986, one grandson, Michael Smith in 1992 and one brother, Floyd Lawton.

    Services for Mrs. Shue will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Ludington with the Rev. Samuel Kostreva officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Custer.

    The family will be at the church to receive friends one hour before the service. Local arrangements are by Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville.

    Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Mason County with envelopes available at the church or the funeral home.

     

    Leah Helen LAWTON and Charles Alvin SHUE Sr. had the following children:

    + 214 i. Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE was born 7 DEC 1930.

    + 215 ii. Margaret Eleanor SHUE was born 2 MAY 1932.

    + 216 iii. Charles Alvin SHUE Jr. was born 25 SEP 1942.

     

    90. Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON (Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Missaukee Co, Michigan 18 MAY 1912. Evelyn died 23 OCT 2002 at 90 years of age. She married Virgil Monto NYE in Detroit, Wayne, Michigan, 14 JAN 1933. Virgil was born in Manton, Wexford, Michigan 22AUG 1908, the son of Adron Monto and Cahterine Emily (Culver) Nye. Virgil died 19 SEP 1992 in Cadillac, Wexford, Michigan, at 84 years of age. His ashes are buried in Manton, Wexford, Michigan, Fairview Cemetery. As a young child, Evelyn’s nickname was "Babe". She had dark hair and blue eyes. She went to a one-room country schoolhouse and walked a mile to school. In the winter they skied. Evelyn kept her marriage a secret awhile because she was in nurse's trainingin Detroit, so they eloped. She did become a Registered Nurse. Her husband, Virgil, was a quiet and kind person. She and her husband spent winters in Tucson, Arizona and summers in Manton, Michigan. She liked to read, sew, knit, crochet and bake.

    Cadillac Evening News, September 22, 1992:
    VIRGIL NYE
    MANTON - Virgil Nye of Manton died Saturday, Sept. 19, 1992 at Lakeview Lutheran Manor in Cadillac. He was 84.

    He was born Aug. 22, 1908 in Manton to Adron and Catherine (Culver) Nye. He married Evelyn Lawton Jan. 14, 1933 in Wayne County.

    Mr. Nye graduated from Manton High School in 1926. He retired from Chris Craft in Cadillac in 1968 after working there for 27 years. He was a sports enthusiast, especially for the youth. He managed and coached independent basketball in the late 1930s and softball in the 1940s and 1950s. He followed and supported Manton High School sports and school activities for many years.

    He enjoyed working in his yard and with his flowers. He also enjoyed reading and doing crossword puzzles. He was a member of the Manton Area Retirees Club.

    Mr. Nye is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of Manton; three sons, Royce (and Joan) Nye of Tucson, Ariz., Terry Nye, temporarily of Romania, and Ronald (and Catherine) Nye of Amory, Miss.; one daughter, Ardath (Mrs. Gary) Delforge of Tucson, Ariz.; three sisters, May Gaunt of Cadillac, Dorothy (Mrs. Frank) Meier of Frankfort and Helen Reinink of Manton; two brothers, Marion Nye of Fife Lake and Lyle (and Myrtle) Nye of Midland; 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

    He was preceded in death by three brothers, Amos, Irvan and Frank; and one sister, Ardath LaRarge.

    Funeral services are 2 p.m. Thursday at the Hall Funeral Chapel in Manton, the Rev. Louis Grettenberger officiating. Cremation services will take place after the funeral. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Manton. Visitation is Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

    Memorial tributes may be made to Hospice of Wexford County, the Manton United Methodist Church or to the Manton High School Alumni Scholarship Fund.

    Evelyn Belle LAWTON and Virgil Monto NYE had the following children:

    + 217 i. Royce Lynn 5 NYE was born 24 OCT 1934.

    + 218 ii. Terry Monto NYE was born 6 SEP 1942.

    + 219 iii. Ardath Elaine "Tootie" NYE was born 14 OCT 1944.

    + 220 iv. Ronald Gene NYE was born 15 DEC 1945.

     

    91. Verne LeVoy 4 LAWTON (Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Manton, Wexford, Michigan 10 APR 1914. Verne died 22 DEC 2000 in North Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 86 years of age. His body was interred 27 DEC 2000 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, Sunrise Memorial Gardens. He married Ruth HAYWOOD 22 JAN 1938. Ruth was born CA 1912. Ruth died 25 OCT 1997 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 85 years of age. He lived in Muskegon, Michigan most of his life, where he worked at Teledyne Continental Motors between 1946 and 1976.

    Muskegon Chronicle, October 26, 1997, Page 3D:
    RUTH LAWTON, 85, of North Muskegon, died Saturday. She was a retired registered nurse and a member of Central Assembly of God. Survivors include her husband, Verne Lawton. Arrangements by Sytsema.

    The Holland Sentinel, (no date) LAWTON, MR. VERNE L.(Widower of Ruth) - North Muskegon
    Mr. Verne L. Lawton, age 86, passed away Friday evening, December 22, 2000. He was born April 10, 1914 in Manton, MI to Stowell and Minnie (Garn) Lawton and lived in the Muskegon area most of his life. On January 22, 1938, he married the former Ruth Haywood and she preceded him in death on October 25, 1997. Prior to retirement in 1976, he worked for Teledyne Continental Motors for 30 years. He was an active member of Central Assembly of God Church. SURVIVORS include two daughters, Eloise (John) Bellman of Muskegon and Linda (Don) Roy of Grand Haven; 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Nye of Tuscon, AZ; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, Ruth, he was also preceded in death by his son, LeRoy in 1981. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday at the Sytsema Funeral Home 737 Apple Avenue with the Rev. Gordon Aikins officiating. INTERMENT will be in Sunrise Memorial Gardens, Muskegon.

    Verne LeVoy LAWTON and Ruth HAYWOOD had the following children:

    221 i. Eloise Ann 5 LAWTON. She married John BELLMAN in Muskegon Co, Michigan, 1960, and lives in Muskegon, Michigan.

    + 222 iii. LeRoy E. LAWTON was born 26 JAN 1944.

    223 ii. Linda Ruth LAWTON. She married twice. She married Michael RIDDERMAN before 1981. She married Don ROY BEF 2000. She lives in Grand Haven, Michigan.

     

    92. Grace Velma 4 LAWTON (Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Missaukee Co, Michigan 26 JUL 1920. Grace died 18 JUL 1998 in Dimondale, Eaton, Michigan, at 77 years of age. Her body was interred 22 JUL 1998 in Eaton Rapids, Eaton, Michigan, Rosehill Cemetery. She married Paul BURKHOLDER in Manton, Wexford, Michigan,24 APR 1943. Grace was a registered nurse.

    The Charlotte Shopping Guide, Charlotte, Michigan
    GRACE V. BURKHOLDER
    Grace. V. Burkholder, age 77, of Dimondale, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Saturday, July 18, 1998 at her residence. She was born July 26, 1920 in Missaukee County near Lake City, the daughter of Stowell and Minnie (Garn) Lawton. Mrs. Burkholder was a retired Director of Nurses for Jackson State Prison for the State of Michigan, a life member of the American Red Cross and a member of the Faith Bible Church in Lansing. She was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey Paul Burkholder in 1965.

    Surviving are her husband, Paul; 5 daughters, Judy (Larry) Messer of Battle Creek, Jerilyn (Jerry) Wichert of Hamburg, MI, Connie (Randy) Harris of Fairview, Donna (Jeffery) Messer of Monticello, IN and Joyce (Charles) Wideman of Grand Rapids; 17 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sister, Evelyn Nye of Manton; brother, Verne Lawton of Muskegon; and several nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 22 at 11 a.m. from the Faith Bible Church at 5211 W. St. Joseph Ave., Lansing MI. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Burial will be at the Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. Casket bearers will be Jerry Wichert, Randy Harris, Jeffery Messer, Charles Wideman, Mark Messer and Jonathan Messer.

    For those desiring a memorial contribution may be made to the Gideon's of Eaton County at P.O. Box 371, Charlotte MI 48813 in memory of Grace V. Burkholder.

    Grace Velma LAWTON and Paul BURKHOLDER had the following children:

    + 224 i. Judy Kay 5 BURKHOLDER was born 1944.

    225 ii. Jerilyn Sue BURKHOLDER was born 1948. She married Jerry WICHERT and lives in Hamburg, Michigan.

    226 iii. Connie Jo BURKHOLDER was born 1951. She married Randy HARRIS and lives in Fairview, Michigan.

    227 iv. Donna Jean BURKHOLDER was born 1953. She married Jeffery MESSER and lives in Monticello, Indiana.

    228 v. Joyce Rae BURKHOLDER was born 1956. She married Charles WIDEMAN and lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    229 vi. Jeffrey Paul BURKHOLDER was born 4 OCT 1961. Jeffrey died AUG 1965 at 3 years of age.

     

    96. Bernice O. 4 LARR (Ethel May 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 29 NOV 1916. She married Anker Robert SORENSEN 2 OCT 1940. Anker was born in Mason Co, Michigan 13 JUL 1915, the son of Fred and Leone (Jabott) Sorensen. He died 27 DEC 1954 in Hart, Oceana, Michigan, at 39 years of age. His body was interred 30 DEC 1954 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. She lived in Pentwater in 1963, and Custer in 1996.

    Ludington Daily News, December 28, 1954, Page 2:
    ANKER SORENSEN EXPIRES MONDAY
    SCOTTVILLE--Anker Robert Sorensen, 39, of Riverton township, died Monday afternoon at Oceana hospital in Hart where he had been a patient for 10 days.

    Mr. Sorensen was born July 13, 1915 in Mason county where he lived all his life. He was a graduate of Scottville high school. On Oct. 2, 1940 he married the former Bernice Larr, who survives.

    Mr. Sorensen had been employed in Muskegon for a number of years.

    Besides his widow, Mr. Sorensen is survived by a son Ronald, four daughters, Delores, Janice, Myrtle and Catherine all at home; his father Fred Sorensen of Riverton township, a brother Fred of Traverse City, three sisters, Mrs. Harriet Roy of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Jeanne Kerr of Muskegon and Mrs. Frances Septrion of Scottville.

    Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, from Stephens chapel in Scottville, with the Rev. Mrs. Helen Westman of Bethel Methodist church, officiating. Burial will be in Brookside cemetery.

    The family will be at the chapel this evening and Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. to receive friends.

    Bernice O. LARR and Anker Robert SORENSEN had the following children:

    230 i. Ronald 5 SORENSEN.

    231 ii. Delores SORENSEN.

    232 iii. Janice SORENSEN.

    233 iv. Myrtle SORENSEN.

    234 v. Catherine SORENSEN.

     

    97. Velma A. 4 LARR (Ethel May 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Mason Co, Michigan 18 SEP 1919. Velma died 31 JUL 1993 in Garfield Twp, Newaygo, Michigan, at 73 years of age. Her body was interred 4 AUG 1993 in Lilley Twp, Newaygo, Michigan, Lilley Township Cemetery.

    She married Edward G. JOHNSON III Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 27 SEP 1950. Edward must have been married previous to his marriage to Velma, as there are four step-children listed in Velma's obituary. Velma lived in Bitely, Newaygo Co, Michigan, and Edward apparently still lives there.

    Fremont Times Indicator, August 11, 1993:
    VELMA JOHNSON - Bitely
    Velma Johnson, 74, of Bitely, passed away Saturday, July 31, 1993 at the Meadows Nursing Center.

    She was born September 18, 1918 in Mason County, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orin Larr. She married Edward Johnson III on September 27, 1950 in Grand Rapids.

    She is survived by her husband, Edward III; one son, Orin Michael Johnson of Big Rapids, four step-children; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Bernice Sorenson and Dora Mae Duchenoise both of Custer; and several nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 4, at the Lilley Township Cemetery with Rev. Robert Brydon officiating. Interment was in the Lilley Township Cemetery. Arrangements by the Kroeze Funeral Home in Fremont.

    Velma A. LARR and Edward G. JOHNSON III had the following child:

    235 i. Orin Michael 5 JOHNSON. Orin lives in Big Rapids, Michigan.

     

    98. Ernest Allen 4 LARR (Ethel May 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Custer, Mason, Michigan 25 APR 1920. Ernest died 1 MAY 1988 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, at 68 years of age. His body was interred 4 MAY 1988 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery.

    He married Geraldine E. "Geri" EYESTONE in Pentwater, Oceana, Michigan, 15 SEP 1945. Geraldine was born 1927. They lived in Scottville in 1991, and in Custer, Michigan.

    Ludington Daily News, 2 May 1988, Page 2:
    ERNEST ALLEN LARR [PHOTO]
    Ernest Allen Larr, 68, of 2246 S. Custer Road, Custer, died Sunday at Memorial Medical Center.

    He was born April 25, 1920 in Custer, the son of Orin and Ethel Larr (Lawton). He grew up in South Custer where he was a lifetime resident with the exception of five years following his marriage, when the couple lived in Pentwater. He attended Ressiguie Country School in South Custer and later attend Scottville High School where he graduated from in 1939.

    Mr. Larr was married Sept. 15, 1945 at the Baptist Church in Pentwater to Geraldine Ellen Eyestone who survives. He worked for the City of Scottville and later for Dow Chemical Company in Ludington as the head operator in the lime plant. He served with the United States Army during World War II and was a member of the Church of Christ in Scottville. He was a member of the United Steelworkers at Dow and the Custer VFW Post No. 5096 in Custer where he had been the post commander for the past five years. He was District Commander, District 12 from 1985-86 at which time he received the Number One Commander, District 12, Statewide Award.

    Surviving in addition to his wife are three sons, Larry A. and Ann of Ludington of Ludington; Dale E. and Barb Larr of Scottville; and Wayne A. and Jackie Larr of Custer; one daughter, Mrs. Edson (Cheryl) Swinehart of Scottville; one brother, Virtol Larr of South Custer; three sisters, Mrs. Bernice Sorenson of South Custer; Mrs. Ed (Velma) Johnson of Bitely; and Mrs. Dora Duchenois of South Custer; 16 grandchildren, several neices and nephews.

    The funeral for Ernest Allen Larr will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday from the Stephens Funeral Chapel in Scottville with Rev. David Gauthier officiating. Burial will follow at the Riverside Cemetery with the Custer VFW holding a military service. The family will receive friends at the funeral chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to remember the Church of Christ or the Cancer Fund through the Custer VFW Post, No. 5096, Custer and the auxiliary.

     

    Ernest Allen LARR and Geraldine E. "Geri" EYESTONE had the following children:

    236 i. Larry A. 5 LARR married Ann and lives in Ludington, Michigan.

    + 237 ii. Dale E. LARR.

    238 iii. Wayne A. LARR married Jackie and lives in Custer, Michigan.

    239 iv. Cheryl LARR married Edson SWINEHART and lives in Scottville, Michigan

     

    99. Dora Mae 4 LARR (Ethel May 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Mason Co, Michigan 9 MAY 1929. Dora died 10 AUG 1996 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 67 years of age. Her body was interred 14 AUG 1996 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery.

    She married Curtis DUCHENOIS 8 MAR 1952. Curtis died in 1980.

    They lived in Pentwater, Michigan in 1963 and in Custer in 1993.

    Ludington Daily News, August 11, 1996, Page 2:
    DORA M. DUCHENOIS - Died Aug. 10, 1996
    Dora M. Duchenois, 67, of 2247 S. Custer Road, Custer, passed away Saturday at University Park Living Center, Muskegon.

    Dora Larr was born May 9, 1929, in Mason County, the daughter of Orin and Ethel (Lawton) Larr. She grew up in Mason County and attended Resseguie Country School and later Scottville High School, graduating in 1947.

    She was married March 8, 1952, to Curtis Duchenois and he preceded her in death in 1980. She worked for the Mason County Fruit Packers for several years after working for Stokely's in Scottville for three years. She was a member of the Custer VFW Gold Bar Post No. 5096 Auxiliary.

    Surviving are three sons, Milford Duchenois of Custer, Leslie Duchenois of Custer, and Derwin Duchenois of Ludington; two daughters, Mrs. Dan (Lav9onne) Vanderboegh of Branch, and Mrs. David (Sheila) Bates of Scottville, one sister, Mrs. Bernice Sorensen of Custer, six grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, and several nieces and nephews.

    She was preced in death, in addition to her husband and her parents, by three brothers and one sister.

    Services for Mrs. Duchenois will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednedsday at the Stephens Funeral Home chapel, Scottville, with the Rev. Michael Nicholson officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Custer.

    The family will be at the funeral home to receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.

    Dora Mae LARR and Curtis DUCHENOIS had the following children:

    240 i. Milford 5 DUCHENOIS lives in Custer, Michigan.

    241 ii. Leslie DUCHENOIS lives in Custer, Michigan.

    242 iii. Derwin DUCHENOIS lives in Ludington, Michigan.

    243 iv. Lavonne DUCHENOIS married Dan VANDERBOEGH and lives in Branch, Michigan.

    244 v. Sheila DUCHENOIS married David BATES and lives in Scottville, Michigan.

     

    101. Virl E. 4 THOMPSON (Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Custer, Mason, Michigan 1 SEP 1912. Virl died 24 AUG 1997 in Cheboygan, Cheboygan Co, Michigan, at 84 years of age. He married Bethalie HANNA in Mason Co, Michigan, 1938, and lived in Cheboygan, Michigan. They went to Stuart, Florida from 1991-1996, and by 2001 were back in Cheboygan.

    CHEBOYGAN DAILY TRIBUNE August 26, 1997--Tuesday
    Virl E. Thompson, 84
    CHEBOYGAN---Virl E. Thompson, 84, of Cheboygan, passed away at the home of his daughter on Sunday, Aug. 24, 1997.

    He was born in Custer on Sept 1, 1912, the son of Alfred and Maud (Lawton) Thompson. He graduated from Custer Public High School in 1932, and worked in mental health at the Traverse City State Hospital from 1934 until 1946. He married Bethalie Hanna in 1938 and moved to Cheboygan in 1946 where he worked in Social Services for the State of Michigan until 1977 when he retired. He and his wife moved to Stuart, Fla. in 1980 to make their home and returned to Cheboygan earlier this year. He was a member of St. Paul's Methodist Church.

    Survivors include his wife Bethalie and his children Virl (and wife Carol) Thompson II, of Niles and Beth Lee (and husband Lon) Thompson Huff, of Cheboygan. He also leaves his grandchildren Holli Hanna Huff Clem, of Nashville Tenn., Bradly Jonathon Huff, of Mt Pleasant, Kelly Lynn Thompson Osborn of Mesa Ariz. and Keri Jo Thompson of Lansing and his great-grandchildren Jordyn Hanna Clem and Hunter Scott Clem both of Nashville, Tenn.

    Memorial services will be held on Friday, Aug. 29 at 2p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with Rev. Jeffry W. Dinner officiating. The family has suggested that memorial contributions be given to the Cheboygan Health Care Center. Envelopes for this fund will be available at the memorial service of at the Christian Funeral home.

    Virl E. THOMPSON and Bethalie HANNA had the following children:

    + 245 i. Virl 5 THOMPSON II.

    + 246 ii. Beth Lee THOMPSON.

     

    102. Clarence R. 4 THOMPSON (Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman

    Pearly 2 , Henry1) was born in Custer, Mason, Michigan 21 JUL 1914. Clarence died 28 SEP 2001 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 87 years of age. His body was interred 2 OCT 2001 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

    He married Florence THOMAS in Custer, Mason, Michigan, 26

    JUN 1937. They lived in Scottville in the 1950s and in Ludington in the 1990s.

    Posted: 10-1-2001
    Died Sept. 28, 2001 - Clarence R. Thompson
    Mr. Clarence R. Thompson, age 87, of Ludington, formerly of Scottville, passed away Friday, Sept. 28 at Memorial Medical Center. Clarence was born July 21, 1914, to Alfred and Maude (Lawton) Thompson in Custer and graduated from Scottville High School in 1934. On June 26, 1937, he married Florence Thomas in a ceremony held at her parents’ home in Custer.

    During World War II he was employed as a butter maker at the Scottville Creamery, then worked for the Mason County Road Commission for nine years, before retiring from PCA, Manistee in 1978 after 17 years. He was a member of the United Steel Worker’s Local 12585 in Manistee and was a long-time member of the Mason County Reformed Church.

    Clarence was preceded in death by his parents; his son Scott R. Thompson; his brothers, Virl, Laurel and Earl; and his sisters Della Dennis and Doris Schrader. Clarence will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Florence; his son Thomas C. (Carol) Thompson of Lawrenceville, Ga.; his daughter, Kristine K. (Joseph) James of Allegan; his grandchildren, Michael (Tamara) Thompson of Castle Rock, Colo., Michelle (Scott) Neubauer of Sandy Side, Md., Camille (Eric) Stephens of Roswell, Ga., Gregory (Laura) Thompson of Jonesboro, Ga., Ryan (Karen) Thompson of Ft. Collins, Colo., Kara Robb of Wilmington, N.C., and Jeff and Jason Robb of Allegan; his sister June (Richard) Cook of Midland; and his sisters-in-law, Bethalie Thompson of Cheboygan, Nadine Thompson of Traverse City, Barbara Thompson of Manistee and Gladys McClellan of Custer.

    Funeral services for Mr. Thompson will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2 at Mason County Reformed Church with his pastor, the Rev. Rick VanHaitsma officiating. Burial will follow at Brookside Cemetery. Friends are invited to meet with Clarence’s family at the Stephens Funeral Chapel in Scottville from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday.

    Those who wish to make memorial contributions may direct them to the Mason County Reformed Church with envelopes available at the Stephens Funeral Chapel.

    Clarence R. THOMPSON and Florence THOMAS had the following children:

    247 i. Scott R. 5 THOMPSON. Scott died before 2001.

    248 ii. Thomas C. THOMPSON married Carol, and they live in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

    + 249 iii. Kristine K. THOMPSON.

     

    103. Doris L. 4 THOMPSON (Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Custer, Mason, Michigan 6 JUL 1916. Doris died 18 JUN 1996 in Mason Co, Michigan, at 79 years of age. Her body was interred 21 JUN 1996 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery.

    She married John F. SCHRADER in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, 16 OCT 1949. John was born in Catoosa, Tennessee 8 JAN 1915. John died 15 MAY 1991 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 76 years of age. His body was interred 18 MAY 1991 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Brookside Cemetery. She lived in Ludington, Michigan.

    Ludington Daily News, May 16, 1991, Page 2:
    JOHN F. SCHRADER - Died May 16, 1991
    John F. Schrader, 76, of 5214 Rasmussen Road, Ludington, died Wednesday evening at Baywood Nursing Home, following an illness of three months.

    John Frederick Schrader was born Jan. 8, 1915, in Catoosa, Tenn. At the age of 9 he moved, with his family, to Ludington, where he grew up and attended school, graduating from Ludington High School. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the tank corps in the North African Theater of Operations. He served with the Civilian Conservation Corps following his discharge from military service.

    He was married Oct. 15, 1949, in Ludington at the Methodist parish house to Doris L. Thompson, and she survives. From 1945 to 1981 he was employed as a mechanic by Moul Motor Sales and Dittmer Healy Ford. He was a member of the Edwin H. Ewing Post No. 76, The American Legion and an active member of the Fin and Feather Club of Mason County.

    Surviving, in addition to his wife, are one son, Frederick Schrader, Ludington; three sisters, Mrs. Georgia L. LaFleur and Mrs. Ruth Beebe, both of Ludington; and Mrs. Milton (Gloria) Peterson, Manistee; three brohers, Obe (and Lois) Schrader, Ludington; Roger (and Jean) Schrader, Manistee, and William (and Betty) Schrader, Elk River, Minn.; nieces and nephews.

    Services for Mr. Schrader will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Dorrell Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Betty Smith officiating. Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery, Scottville.

    Friends may call at the Dorrell Funeral Home Friday where the family will be present from 7 to 9 p.m.

    Memorials may be directed to the Fin and Feather Club of Mason County or the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. -Dorrell

    Ludington Daily News, June 20, 1996, page 2:
    DORIS L. SCHRADER - Died June 18, 1996
    Doris L. Schrader, 79, of 5214 W. Rasmussen Road, Ludington, died Tuesday at Baywood Nursing Home following an extended illness.

    Doris L. Thompson was born July 6, 1916, in Custer to Alfred and Maude (Lawton) Thompson. She grew up south of Scottville and graduated from Scottville High School. She was married Oct. 15, 1949, in Ludington to John F. Schrader and he preceded her in death May 15, 1991.

    She was employed by Star Watch Case for a number of years and then as a cook at Baywood Nursing Home for 10 years. More recently she was head cook at Village Haus. Mrs. Schrader enjoyed gardening and the outdoors.

    Survivors include one son, Fred J. Schrader of Ludington; two sisters, Della Dennis of Lapeer, and Mrs. Richard (June) Cook of Midland; two brothers, Virl (and Bethalie) Thompson of Stuart, Fla., and Clarence (and Florence) Thompson of Ludington; two sisters-in-law, Nadine Thompson of Traverse City, and Barbara Thompson of Manistee; many nieces and nephews. Services for Doris L. Schrader will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Dorrell Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Paul Lowley of the United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Scottville.

    The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 to 9 this evening and Friday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service.

    Doris L. THOMPSON and John F. SCHRADER had the following child:

    250 i. Frederick J. 5 SCHRADER lives in Ludington, Michigan.

     

    104. Laurel L. 4 THOMPSON (Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Mason Co, Michigan 31 MAR 1918. Laurel died 9 MAR 1993 in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan, at 74 years of age. His body was interred 12 MAR 1993 in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan, Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens.

    He married Nadine ROGERS in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan, 20 NOV 1943, and they lived in Traverse City.

    Traverse City Record Eagle, 10 March 1993:
    LAUREL L. THOMPSON - Died March 9, 1993
    TRAVERSE CITY -- Laurel L. Thompson, 74, a retired nursing supervisor at the Traverse City Regional Psychiatric Hospital, died Tuesday at Munson Medical Center.

    A Traverse City resident for 56 years, he had been employed by the state hospital for 40 years and was a school bus driver for 14 years. He attended the Bible Baptist Church of Traverse City. He was a member of the State Employees Retirement Association and past president of its local chapter.

    He was an avid Tigers baseball fan and enjoyed gardening.

    He was born on May 31, 1918, in Mason County, the son of Alfred and Maude (Lawton) Thompson. On Nov. 20, 1943 in Traverse City, he married Nadine Rogers, who survives.

    Also surviving are three sons and their wives, Roger and Frieda of Traverse City, David and Sandi of Chesterfield, Mo., and Max and Linda Thompson of Traverse City; two brothers, Virl of Stuart, Fla., and Clarence Thompson of Ludington; three sisters, Della Dennis of Attica, Doris Schrader of Ludington and June Cook of Midland; and five grandchildren.

    He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Earl; and a grandson, Jason Thompson.

    Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Traverse City Chapel of the Covell Funeral Homes, the Rev. Jerry Bauman officiating. Burial will be in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens.

    Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.

    In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bible Baptist Church or Make-A-Wish Foundation.

    Laurel L. THOMPSON and Nadine ROGERS had the following children:

    251 i. Roger 5 THOMPSON married Frieda, and they live in Traverse City, Michigan.

    252 ii. David THOMPSON married Sandi, and they live in Chesterfield, Missouri.

    253 iii. Max THOMPSON married Linda, and they live in Traverse City, Michigan.

     

    105. Carol "June" 4 THOMPSON (Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Scottville, Mason, Michigan 17 JUN 1923. Carol died 12 DEC 2002 in Midland, Midland, Michigan, at 79 years of age. Her body was interred 19 DEC 2002 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Scottville Cemetery.

    She married Richard Earl "Dick" COOK 7 SEP 1946, and they lived in Midland, Michigan.

     

    Midland Newspaper, Dec ? 2002:
    CAROL "JUNE" COOK
    Carol "June" Cook, 79, of Midland, died Thursday eening, Dec. 12, 2002, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center following 23 1/2 years of coping with the effects of a stroke.

    She was born June 17, 1923 in Scottville, daughter of Alfred and Maud (Lawton) Thompson. She married Richard Earl Cook on Sep. 7, 1946. June worked during World War II in a defense plant. She was a Blue Bird and Cub Scout Leader. June decorated cakes and created artificial flower arrangements. Her faith in her Savior, Jesus Christ, carried her through her life. She had been a member of the First United Methodist Church, Midland, and also a member of the Women's Aglow of Midland.

    She is survived by her faithful husband Dick; two sons, Alan Earl (Carolyn) Cook of Saginaw, Scott Richard (Charlotte) Cook of California; four grandchildren, Kristen and Jason Prout, Laura Cook, and Stephanie and Curtis Harness. June was predeceased by four brothers and two sisters.

    Funeral services will take place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2002, from the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Chapel, 1200 W. Wheeler St. with Rev. Susan Kingsley of the First United Methodist Church officiating. Graveside committal services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 in Scottville Cemetery. June's family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2 t 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until time of services.

    Carol "June" THOMPSON and Richard Earl "Dick" COOK had the following children:

    254 i. Alan Earl 5 COOK married Carolyn, and they live in Saginaw.

    255 ii. Scott Richard COOK married Charlotte, and they live in California.

     

    106. Alfred "Earl" 4 THOMPSON, Jr. (Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Scottville, Mason, Michigan 10 JAN 1926. Alfred died 21 FEB 1991 in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan, at 65 years of age.

    He married Barbara L. SCHNEIDER Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 11 NOV 1958, and they lived in Scottville, Michigan.

    Manistee News Advocate, February 22, 1991
    A. EARL THOMPSON
    A. Earl Thompson, 65, of 1040 E. Parkdale Avenue, Manistee, died Thursday, February 21, 1991 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.

    He was born January 10, 1926 in Scottville, the son of Alfred and Maude (Lawton) Thompson. He married Barbara L. Schneider on November 11, 1958 in Grand Rapids.

    Earl was a retired shipping clerk for Packaging Corporation of America - Filer Mill, retiring after 32 years. He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ in Grand Rapids, was a member of the Manistee Lodge No. 250 B.P.O.E., and was a past president of the Parkdale Improvement Association.

    He is survived by: his wife, Barbara; sons and daughter-in-law, Michael and Kendra Thompson of Manistee and Steven Thompson of Waterford; a grandson, Kyle Thompson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Virl and Bethalie Thompson of Stuart, Fla., Clarence and Florence Thompson of Ludington, and Laurel and Nadine Thompson of Traverse City; sisters and brothers-in-law, Della and Ulysses Dennis of Attica, Doris and John Schrader of Ludington, and June and Richard Cook of Midland; and by numerous nieces and nephews.

    Memorial funeral services for A. Earl Thompson will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, at the Assembly of God Church in Manistee, with the Rev. John Brown officiating. There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

    The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be given in Earl's name to the Assembly of God Church Building Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and at the memorial service.

    The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee, a member of the Forethought Group (tm), is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

    Alfred "Earl" THOMPSON, Jr. and Barbara L. SCHNEIDER had the following children:

    + 256 i. Michael 5 THOMPSON.

    257 ii. Steven THOMPSON.

     

    107. Lawrence Oliver 4 MC GHAN (Lula Elizabeth 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 19 AUG 1909. Lawrence died 16 AUG 1970 in Flint, Genesee, Michigan, at 60 years of age. His body was interred 19 AUG 1970 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Old Riverside Cemetery.

    He married Lois Ellen RESSEGUIE in Flint, Genesee, Michigan, 27 OCT 1934. Lois was born in Mason Co, Michigan 20 APR 1915. Lois died 21 MAR 1989 in Flint, Genesee, Michigan, at 73 years of age. Her body was interred MAR 1989 in Flint, Genesee, Michigan, Sunset Gardens. Lawrence was only abut 9 months old when his father died. His mother raised him and put him through college. He became a teacher and taught for over thirty years, mostly in Flint, Michigan.

    Flint Journal, August 17, 1970, Page 26:
    McGHAN, Lawrence O. -- 4261 E. Grange Hall Rd., Holly, Michigan, age 60, died Sunday, August 16, 1970, at Flint Osteopathic Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Groves & Co. Memorial Chapel, Garland at Third Ave., Dr. Elmer I. Braden officiating. Burial in Riverside Cemetery, Custer, Michigan. Mr. McGhan will lie in state at Groves & Co. Memorial Chapel. Those who so desire can make contributions to the American Cancer Society. Death was due to complications following a 7 month illness. Mr. McGhan was born in Ludington, Michigan, August 19, 1909, the son of Oscar and Lula Lawton McGhan and lived in Flint for the last 35 years, coming to Flint from Mason County, Michigan. He married Lois Resseguie at Flint, October 27, 1934. Mr. McGhan taught school in Flint for the last 35 years. He taught at Lowell Junior High School for 25 years. Ten years ago he was transferred to Southwestern High School; was chairman of the Math Department and athletic equipment manager. Mr. McGhan received his B.A. Degree from Central Michigan, and his master degree from the University of Michigan; he was past president elect of the Flint Education Association, was active in the Teacher Bowling League and was captain of his team. Surviving are: Wife, Mrs. Lois McGhan; daughter, Mrs. Ronald (Kathleen) Watchhorn of Flint, Mr. Watchhorn is a teacher at Northwestern High School; 3 sons, Barry McGhan of Flint who also is a teacher at Northwestern High School, Harlan McGhan of Richmond, Virginia who is a teacher at the Commonwealth University and Michael McGhan at home; 3 granddaughters; mother, Mrs. Lula McGhan of Scottville, Michigan. Arrangements by Groves & Co.

    Lawrence Oliver MC GHAN and Lois Ellen RESSEGUIE had the following children:

    258 i. Barry 5 MC GHAN was born in 1939. He lived in Flint, Michigan in 1971 and taught at Northwestern High School.

    259 ii. Harlan MC GHAN was born in 1942. He lived in Richmond, Virginia in 1971, where he was teaching at Virginia University.

    260 iii. Kathleen MC GHAN was born in 1949. She married Ronald WATCHORN. Ron is a teacher at Northwestern High School in Flint, where they live.

    261 iv. Michael MC GHAN was born in 1950 and lives in Flint, Michigan.

    108. Iva S. 4 STANDISH (Winifred Emma 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Scottville, Mason, Michigan 23 JUN 1919.

    She married John Ellison "Tim" CALKINS in Eden Twp, Mason, Michigan, 26 SEP 1941. He was born in Millbrook, Mecosta, Michigan 23 JAN 1920, the son of Raymond and Gertrude (Slagle) Calkins. He died 28 JAN 1991 at 71 years of age. His body was interred 1 FEB 1991 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery.

    Ludington Daily News, January 30, 1991, Page 2:
    JOHN ELLISON CALKINS - Died Jan. 28, 1991
    John Ellison Calkins, 71, of 1873 E. Wilson Road, Custer, died Monday at his residence.

    John E. Calkins was born Jan. 23, 1920, in Millbrook. He attended school in various towns until his family moved to Mason County where he graduated from Ludington High School in 1938. He was married Sept. 26, 1941, to Iva Standish, and she survives.

    He worked for C. W. Smith in Scottville, for 15 1/2 years; for DuPont in Montague; and then owned and operated the Custer Garage until retiring in 1982. He was a veteran airplane instrument specialist of the Army Air Corps 380th Bomb Group, 531 Bomb Squadron in the Asiatic Theater during World War II and received one silver star and three bronze battle stars. He was a life member of the Custer VFW Gold Bar Post No. 5096.

    Surviving, in addition to his wife, are one son, Kerry (and Karen) Calkins, Colorado Springs, Colo.; one grandson, Nicholas; one granddaughter, Samantha; four sisters, Mrs. Russell (Mildred) Truesdale and Mrs. Donald (Mable) Mattox, both of Scottville; Mrs. Laura Falconer, Custer and Lakeland, Fla.; and Mrs. Margaret Stouse, Glendale, Ariz.; several nieces and nephews.

    Services for Mr. Calkins will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday from the Stephens Funeral Chapel, Scottville, with the Rev. Mark Murray officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.

    The family will be at the Stephens Funeral Chapel to receive friends Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.

    Memorials may be directed to the Lawrence and Lula McGhan Scholarship Fund of West Shore Community College. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. -Stephens, Scottville

     

    Iva S. STANDISH and John Ellison "Tim" CALKINS had the following child:

    + 262 i. Kerry Laverne 5 CALKINS was born 11 APR 1953.

    109. Earl William 4 STANDISH (Winifred Emma 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Scottville, Mason, Michigan 21 DEC 1920. Earl died 7 MAR 1974 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 53 years of age. His body was interred MAR 1974 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery. He married Florence M. BAILEY. Florence was born 1926.

    Ludington Daily News, March 8, 1974, Page 2:
    EARL W. STANDISH
    Earl William Standish Sr., 53, of route 1, Fountain, died early Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital where he had been a patient for the past 13 days.

    Earl Standish was born Dec. 21, 1920, in Scottville and had been a resident of Mason County his entire life, living in Custer, Eden Township and in Branch Township for the past 20 years.

     

    Earl William STANDISH and Florence M. BAILEY had the following children:

    263 i. Earl 5 STANDISH Jr.

    264 ii. Ardith STANDISH married Scott EMPIE.

    265 iii. Judy STANDISH married Ronald SORENSEN.

    115. Beatrice Ida 4 LAWTON (Arthur J. 3 , Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan 18 SEP 1901. Beatrice died 9 MAY 1993 in Muskegon Co, Michigan, at 91 years of age. Her body was interred 11 MAY 1993 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery.

    She married Jay F. KIEFT Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 8 OCT 1920. Jay was born in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan 2 SEP 1898. Jay died 5 JUL 1975 in Grand Haven, Ottawa, Michigan, at 76 years of age. His body was interred 8 JUL 1975 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. In the 1930 census Jay and Beatrice were living in Muskegon, and Jay was an inspector for a cabinet manufacturer.

    Muskegon Chronicle, July 7, 1975, Page 29:
    KIEFT, MR. JAY F., 304 W. Lake, Fruitport
    Mr. Jay Kieft, age 76, passed away Sat. evening at North Ottawa Community Hospital. He was born Sept. 2, 1898 in Muskegon and married the former Beatrice Lawton Oct. 8, 1920 in Grand Rapids. He has lived in the Fruitport area since 1942 and was retired from Teledyne Continental Corp. Survived by his wife Beatrice, 1 daughter: Mrs. George (Joyce) Johnson of Fruitport, 2 sons: Jay A. Kieft of Fruitport and Jerry F. Kieft of Fruitport, 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday from the Kammeraad Chapel, Spring Lake with Rev. Harry Vanderark officiating. Interment Nunica Cemetery. Friends are invited to meet the family 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Monday at the funeral home. Kammeraad, Spring Lake

    Muskegon Chronicle, 10 May 1993, Page 4C:
    KIEFT, MRS. BEATRICE IDA Fruitport
    Mrs. Beatrice Ida Kieft, age 91, died May 9, 1993. Born September 18, 1901 in Nunica, MI to Arthur & Ada Lawton; she married Jay F. Kieft Oct. 8, 1920 in Muskegon. He preceded her in death July 5, 1975. She had been a Fruitport Resident for 30 Years moving there from Muskegon. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce (George) Johnson of Fruitport; 6 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 1 great great granchild; a cousin, Mary Reed of Frankfort, MI; a daughter-in-law, Ida Kieft of Lexington, S.C. She was preceded in death by a son, Jerry F. Kieft in 1988. Funeral Service 2 p.m. Tuesday from the Spring Lake Funeral Home with interment in Nunica Cemetery. Visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Memorials to Hospice of North Ottawa Community. --VanZantwick, Bartels, Kammeraad, Spring Lake

     

    Beatrice Ida LAWTON and Jay F. KIEFT had the following children:

    266 i. Joyce I. 5 KIEFT was born in Michigan CA 1922. She married George JOHNSON and lives in Fruitport, Michigan.

    267 ii. Jay A. KIEFT was born in Michigan CA 1924. He lives in Fruitport, Michigan.

    268 iii. Jerry Frederick KIEFT was born in Michigan 5 DEC 1929. Jerry died 5 MAR 1988 at 58 years of age. His body was interred MAR 1988 in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, Nunica Cemetery. He married Ida Marie. Ida was born 1933. They lived in Fruitport, Michigan, and Ida currently lives in Lexington, S.C.

     

    118. Mary Leona 4 LAWTON (William D. 3 , Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 5 OCT 1909. Mary died 22 FEB 1957 in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan, at 47 years of age. Her body was interred 25 FEB 1957 in Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan, Oakwood Cemetery.

    She married Harold D. BARTZ Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 16 FEB 1929, and they lived in Traverse City, Michigan.

    Traverse City Record-Eagle, February 24, 1957, Page 3:
    DEATH TAKES MRS. BARTZ - Mrs. Harold D. Bartz, 916 South Union street, died suddenly Friday evening at her home.

    Mary Leona Lawton was born October 5, 1909 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of William and Mary Lawton, and she spent her early life in that city.

    On February 16, 1929, she was united in marriage to Harold D. Bartz of Grand Rapids. To this union were born a son, Harold, of this city and a daughter, Mrs. Floyd W. Reed of Frankfort.

    Left to mourn their loss besides her husband and son and daughter are two brothers, Fred and William Lawton, both of Grand Rapids.

    Mrs. Bartz was a member of Traverse City Chapter No. 147, Order of the Eastern Star, and the White Shrine. She was a past president of the PTA Council and active in Red Cross and civic affairs of the city.

    Funeral services will be held at the Hibbard chapel Monday afternoon at 2:00 with the Rev. Francis Foley, pastor of Grace Episcopal church, officiating. Burial will be made in the family lot in Oakwood cemetery.

    Traverse City Record Eagle, February 26, 1957, Page 3:
    BARTZ SERVICES--Funeral services for Mrs. Harold D. Bartz, who died Friday evening at her home, 916 South Union street, were held at Hibbard chapel Monday afternoon, The Rev. Francis Foley, pastor of the Grace Episcopal church, officiated and burial was made in the family lot in Oakwood cemetery.

    Mary Leona LAWTON and Harold D. BARTZ had the following children:

    269 i. Harold 5 BARTZ lived in Traverse City, Michigan.

    270 ii. Daughter BARTZ. She married Floyd W. REED, and they lived in Frankfort, Michigan.

    119. Frederick S. 4 LAWTON (William D. 3 , Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 5 DEC 1912. Frederick died 5 NOV 1973 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 60 years of age. His body was interred 9 NOV 1973 in Paris Twp, Kent, Michigan, Restlawn Cemetery.

    He married Eleanor A. WHITFORD Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 1 FEB 1938. Eleanor was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 18 FEB 1915, the daughter of George E. and Agnes (Hoekstra) Whitford. Eleanor died 17 OCT 1999 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 84 years of age. Her body was interred 20 OCT 1999 in Paris Twp, Kent, Michigan, Rest Lawn Memorial Park. Frederick served in US Army in WWII in Europe and was a Tec 3.

    Grand Rapids Press, November 6, 1973, Page 9B:
    CITY POSTAL EMPLOYE FREDERICK S. LAWTON
    Frederick S. Lawton, 60, of 913 Joslin St. SE, a past president and field representative for the National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 56, died Monday night of a heart attack.

    Mr. Lawton was stricken while driving at Leonard St. and Lafayette Ave. NE. He was rushed to Blodgett Memorial Hospital by ambulance, but was dead on arrival.

    A letter carrier for the Post Office in the Burton Heights area and in Wyoming 20 years, Mr. Lawton retired in June due to ill health. A native of Grand Rapids, Mr. Lawton served in Europe in World War II and was a member of the American Legion, Metropolitan Post No. 432.

    Surviving are his wife, Eleanor A.; two sons, James F. and Timothy J., both of Grand Rapids; a daughter, Mrs. Pamela Johnson of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; a brother, William D. of Grand Rapids, and two grand daughters.

    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Eggebeen Chapel with burial in Restlawn Memorial Park.
    LAWTON--Mr. Fred S. Lawton, aged 60, of 913 Joslin SE, passed away upon arrival at Blodgett Hospital Monday evening, Nov. 5, 1973 and was removed to the Eggebeen Funeral Home. Surviving are his wife Eleanor A.; two sons and a daughter James F. and Timothy J. both of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Pamela Johnson of Fort Lauderdale Florida; a brother, William D. of Grand Rapids; two grand-daughters and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the funeral home, with the Reverend Allen E. Wittrop, Pastor of the Olivet United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial in Restlawn Memorial Park. Family visitation hours at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7 to 9, Wednesday and Thursday form 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mr. Lawton reposes at the Eggebeen Funeral Home 330 Eastern Ave. SE.

    The Holland Sentinel, October 18, 1999:
    LAWTON--Mrs. Eleanor A. Lawton, aged 84, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 1999. She was predeced in death by her husband, Frederick. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, James and Linda Lawton, Pamela and Jack Sievers, Timothy and Pamela Lawton; her granddaughters, Jennifer (Todd) Langejans, Gretchen (Donald) Fletcher; her great grandchildren, Megan Elle, Paige and Nicholas Martin, Hailey Fletcher, and Mark Langejans; her brother, Russel Whitford; her sisters, Wilhelmina Roseboom, and Virginia (Harold) Bosscher; her former daughter-in-law, Linda Graczyk; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday 11 AM at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel. Interment will take place at Rest Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may meet with her family on Monday 7 to 9 PM, Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation.

     

    Frederick S. LAWTON and Eleanor A. WHITFORD had the following children:

    271 i. Barbara Jane 5 LAWTON was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan before 14 OCT 1947. Barbara died 14 OCT 1947 in Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan. Her body was interred 16 OCT 1947 in Paris Twp, Kent, Michigan, Restlawn Cemetery. Barbara and Sandra were twins.

     

     

    272 ii. Sandra Sue LAWTON was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan OCT 1947. Sandra died OCT 1947 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan. Her body was interred 16 OCT 1947 in Paris Twp, Kent, Michigan, Restlawn Cemetery.

    273 iii. James F. LAWTON married Linda and lives on Lane Avenue in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    274 iv. Pamela LAWTON married twice. She married Unknown JOHNSON before 1973. She married Jack SIEVERS before 1999, and currently lives in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

    275 v. Timothy J. LAWTON married Pamela and lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    120. William D. 4 LAWTON, Jr. (William D. 3 , Silas Wright 2 , Henry 1 ) was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 4 AUG 1916. William died 19 FEB 1976 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 59 years of age. His body was interred 23 FEB 1976 in Wyoming Twp, Kent, Michigan, Resurrection Cemetery.

    He married Margaret E. RINK Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 16 AUG 1941. Margaret was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan CA 1918, the daughter of Joseph E. and Cassi (Linske?) Rink. At the time of William's marriage to Margaret he was a soldier stationed at Ft. Custer, Michigan. He must have been in WWII. They lived in Benton Harbor, Michigan in 1947.

    Grand Rapids Press, February 20, 1976, Page 7D:
    LAWTON--William D. Lawton aged 59, a veteran of World War II of 2235 Skyline Dr. NW passed away Thursday afternoon in Butterworth Hospital. Surviving are his wife Margaret E., his children Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. (Margaret) Fuss, Mr. and Mrs. W. Dan Lawton all of Jenison, Mich., Mr. and Mrs. Jim (Laurie) Lunce of Oklahoma City, and Miss Kathleen, at home, seven grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was a Delivery Service Analysis with the U.S. Postal Service and a member of Friends of the Polish Army Veterans, T.P.A., American Legion Post 432 and the Metropolitan Club. The Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 AM in Holy Spirit Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Friends may meet the family at the funeral home Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. The family suggests memorials to Holy Spirit Church, Butterworth Hospital Cancer Fund, Michigan Heart Association or Michigan Lung Association. Mr. Lawton reposes in the Arsulowicz Breothers Mortuary, West, Stocking Ave., beginning Saturday.

    William D. LAWTON, Jr. and Margaret E. RINK had the following children:

    276 i. Margaret 5 LAWTON married Thomas J. FUSS and lives in Jenison, Michigan.

    277 ii. W. Dan LAWTON lives in Jenison, Michigan.

    278 iii. Laurie LAWTON married Jim LUNCE and lives in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

    279 iv. Kathleen LAWTON.

    126. Mary 4 LAWTON (Charles Francis "Frank" 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan FEB 1897.

    She married Percy H. HUEBNER Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 6 MAR 1914. Percy was born in Chicago, Cook, Illinois CA 1893, the son of Frank and Mary (Hullgher) Huebner. In 1910 Mary is shown living with her maternal grandfather. She and Percy were living in Grand Rapids in 1920 and 1930 where he operated a movie theater. They lived in Detroit, Michigan in 1929.

    Mary LAWTON and Percy H. HUEBNER had the following children:

    + 280 i. Robert G. 5 HUEBNER was born 15 FEB 1916.

    281 ii. Mary Lucille HUEBNER was born in Michigan CA 1918. She married Unknown FISCH.

    127. Franklin "Roe" 4 LAWTON (Charles Francis "Frank" 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 20 APR 1898. Franklin died 13 JUN 1978 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 80 years of age. His body was interred 15 JUN 1978 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Fairplains Cemetery. At age 12, in 1910, Franklin was shown living with his maternal grandparents along with his two sisters.

    He married Lillian E. BARAGAR. Lillian was born 20 JUL 1908. Lillian died 10 NOV 1981 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 73 years of age.

    The Grand Rapids Press obit. June 14, 1978, Page 63:
    LAWTON--Mr. Roe Frank Lawton, aged 80, formerly of Clancy Ave. NE., passed away Tuesday. Surviving are his wife, Lillian E. Lawton; a daughter, Mrs. Rosemary Ainsworth of San Jose, Calif.; grandson, Michael Ainsworth; one sister, Mrs. Adeline Hart of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 AM in the funeral home chapel. The Rev. Gordon K. Goltz of Messiah Lutheran Church officiating. Interment Fairplains Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the American Cancer Society. The family will receive friends Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at the Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 933 Cherry SE.

    Franklin "Roe" LAWTON and Lillian E. BARAGAR had the following child:

    + 282 i. Rosemary 5 LAWTON.

    128. Adeline B. 4 LAWTON (Charles Francis "Frank" 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Fruitport, Muskegon, Michigan 29 NOV 1901. Adeline died 8 MAR 1997 in Arizona, at 95 years of age. She married Raymond E. HART Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 20 APR 1921. Raymond was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 27 MAR 1896, the son of Herbert N. and Mary E. (Moon) Hart. Raymond died 11 MAR 1968 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 71 years of age. Raymond was a grocer and lived in East Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    The Grand Rapids Press, March 12, 1968, Page 101:
    HART--Raymond E. Hart, aged 71, of 1052 Lakeside Dr. SE, passed away Monday night at Blodgett Memorial Hospital. Surviving are his wife, Adeline B.; a daughter, Mrs. Patrick D. (Betty L.) Ryan; two granddaughters, Adele Lynne and Sandra Lee Ryan, all of Grand Rapids; two nieces and one nephew. Mr. Hart was taken to the Metcalf Mortuary, where the family will receive friends Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Rev. Eugene G. Slep of Immanuel Presbyterian Church will officiate at services in the Metcalf Chapel at 3 p.m. Thursday. Cremation will follow. Those who wish may make memorials to the Michigan Heart Association, 311 Sweet St. NE.

    The Grand Rapids Press, March 11, 1997, Page C8:
    HART--Adeline Hart, of Scottsdale, AZ, formerly of East Grand Rapids, passed away March 8, 1997. She is survived by a daughter, Betty Ryan of Scottsdale, AZ; two granddaughters, Adele Allis of Little Rock, AR, Sandra Brailey; and three great grandchildren, all of Scottsdale, AZ. Mrs. Hart, widow of Raymond Hart, prominent Michigan Grocer, was a member of Women's City Club, Peninsula Club, Silver Lake C.C. and Greenridge C.C. She was 95. Contribution to the Heart Association will be appreciated. Services are pending.

    Adeline B. LAWTON and Raymond E. HART had the following child:

    + 283 i. Betty L. 5 HART.

    129. Clarence Scott 4 LAWTON (Henry Scott 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 30 NOV 1897. Clarence died 23 DEC 1988 at 91 years of age.

    He married Esther Margarite OLDER in Monroe, Monroe, Michigan, 6 JUN 1917. Esther was born in Ohio 18 AUG 1898. Esther died 18 NOV 1984 in Toledo, Lucas, Ohio, at 86 years of age. They lived in Toledo, Ohio for many years, where Clarence was a machinist in an auto factory.

    Toledo Blade, November 19, 1984:
    Esther M. Lawson,86 of Arlington Av, died Sunday in St Lukes Hospital. The past president of the Daughters of America, she had worked at the Swartzbaught Manufacturing Co., during World War 2. Surviving are husband, C. Scott; daughters, Mrs Donna Bohnsack

    and Mrs Marian Baldwin. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow in the Walter Mortuary, where the body will be after 7 tonight.

    Clarence Scott LAWTON and Esther Margarite OLDER had the following children:

    + 284 i. Donna V. 5 LAWTON was born 7 DEC 1920.

    285 ii. James S. LAWTON was born in Ohio 17 FEB 1923. James died 2 SEP 1977 in Orange Co, California, at 54 years of age.

    286 iii. Marian LAWTON was born in Ohio CA 1925. She married Unknown BALDWIN.

    130. Charles Ellsworth 4 LAWTON (Henry Scott 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 7 SEP 1899. Charles died 30 MAR 1976 at 76 years of age. His body was interred 1 APR 1976 in Toledo, Lucas, Ohio, Toledo Memorial Park.

    He married twice. He married Grace Iona MYERS in Monroe,Michigan, 10 JUL 1920. He married Mae E. BEF 1976.

    Mae was born 28 FEB 1906. She had been married to Unknown HALL by whom she had a son, Versal. Mae died 12 JAN 1989 at 82 years of age from acute miocardial infarction. In 1912 Charles lived in Grand Rapids, where he was a travel agent. Charles lived in Toledo, Ohio in 1930 and was an insurance salesman.

    Toledo Blade, March 31, 1976.
    Charles E. Lawton, 76, of 949 Post St., died Tuesday in his home. He was a salesman 20 years for the Toledo Edison Co. and then worked as a toolmaker 10 years for the Kaiser Jeep corp., retiring in 1966. Surviving are his wife, Mae; daughters, Mrs. Leona Bentz, Mrs. Louise St. Martin, and Mrs. Irene Wilson; stepson, Versal Hall, and brother, Clarence. Services will be at 1 P.m. Friday in the Neville Mortuary, Dorr Street. Masonic services will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the mortuary. The death notice adds the information 16 grandchildren. Interment was in Toledo Memorial Park.

    Charles Ellsworth LAWTON and Grace Iona MYERS had the following children:

    287 i. Louise 5 LAWTON married Unknown ST MARTIN.

    288 ii. Irene LAWTON married Unknown WILSON.

    289 iii. Leona M. LAWTON was born in Ohio CA 1922. She married Unknown BENTZ.

    136. Harold L. 4 PALMER (Cora M. 3 LAWTON, George A. 2 ,Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan CA 1918. Harold died 10 JAN 2003 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 84 years of age. Harold lived in Grand Rapids in 1959. Nothing more is known about him.

    The Grand Rapids Press, January 14, 2003, Page C7:
    PALMER--[FLAG] Harold Palmer, aged 84, World War II Veteran serving in the SeaBees, passed away Friday, January 10, 2003. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard and is survived by his children, Jerry and Sue Palmer, Dennis and Helen Palmer, Judy and Jerry Kribbet, Holly and Brian Holtof; 18 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; a sister, Hazel Hatch of Florida. The Funeral Services will be held Thursday, 11 a.m. at the Barto Funeral Chapel under the Auspices of the Kent County Honor Guard. Visitation Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the charity of ones choice suggested. Barto and Son Funeral Home.

    Harold L. PALMER had the following children:

    290 i. Richard 5 PALMER.

    291 ii. Jerry PALMER married Sue.

    292 iii. Dennis PALMER married Helen.

    293 iv. Judy PALMER married Jerry KRIBBET.

    294 v. Holly PALMER married Brian HOLTHOF.

    138. Margaret Adell 4 LEE (Lulu M. 3 SMITH, Susan A. 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Sand Lake, Michigan CA 1904.

    She married Arthur B. CROSS Jr. Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, 20 DEC 1922. Arthur was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan 15 MAR 1899. Arthur died 20 JUN 1990 in Mason Co, Michigan, at 91 years of age. They lived in Ludington, Michigan, where Art was listed as an auto mechanic in 1930.

    Ludington Daily News, June 21, 1990, Page 2:
    ARTHUR B. CROSS JR. Died June 20, 1990
    Arthur B. Cross Jr., 91, 305 N. Harrison St., died at 4 p.m. Wednesday at his residence.
    Arthur B. Cross was born March 15, 1899, in Grand Rapids, where he grew up and graduated from Central High School. He was employed at the Buick Motor Company branch in Grand Rapids and became the service manager at Ludington Auto Sales in March 1926. He later became a partner with Fred A. Bertram. He was employed at Dow Chemical Company and then at the old Electric Tamper and Equipment Company, and returned to Dow Chemical for 16 years, retiring in 1964.

    He was married Dec. 20, 1922, in Grand Rapids to Margaret Adell Lee and she survives. He was an active member of the Community Church of Ludington, serving on the board of deacons, board of trustees, board of elders and one year as president of the church council.

    He was a life member of Pere Marquette Lodge No. 299 Free and Accepted Masons, a past member of Edwin H. Ewing Post 76 American Legion, a member of the Mason County Horological Society, and a past member of the City of Ludington Housing Committee.

    He was a veteran of World War I, serving in the United States Marines. He was commander of Mason County Barracks No. 405 Veterans of World War I U.S.A. Inc., past commander, judge advocate, chief of staff and past field service officer of the Department of Michigan Veterans of World War I U.S.A. Inc., past commander and chaplain of District No. 2, Veterans of World War I, and past national deputy chief of staff and national deputy aide-de-camp Veterans of World War I.

    Surviving, in addition to his wife, are three sons, Harold "Dick" (and Phyllis) Cross, Mt. Pleasant; Dr. James Arthur (and Margaret) Cross, Granger, Ind.; and David Lee Cross, Lansing; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one great, great-granddaughter; his twin brother, Arnold Underhill (and Dorothy) Cross, Bradenton, Fla.; one sister, Mrs William D. (Ellen M.) Anderson, Grand Rapids; and several cousins.

    Services for Mr. Cross will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the Community Church with the Rev. William Collins officiating. The body will be taken to the church at 10 a.m. Friday to repose until the time of the service.

    The family will receive friends at the Alexander-Rye Funeral Home today from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9. The Masonic Lodge will hold services at 7:30 this evening at the funeral home.

    Memorials may be directed to the Community Church Building Fund or Hospice of Mason County. Envelopes are available at the Alexander-Rye Funeral Home.

    Margaret Adell LEE and Arthur B. CROSS Jr. had the following children:

    295 i. Harold "Dick" 5 CROSS was born in Michigan CA 1924. He married Phyllis and lived in Mt. Pleasant.

    296 ii. Dr. James Arthur CROSS was born in Michigan CA 1926. He married Margaret and lives in Granger, Indiana.

    297 iii. David Lee CROSS was born after 1930. He lived in Lansing, Michigan in 1990.

     

    140. E. Russell 4 LEE (Lulu M. 3 SMITH, Susan A. 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 6 JUL 1908. He died 24 DEC 1995 at 87 years of age. His body was interred 26 DEC 1995 in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Coopersville Cemetery.

    He married Ethel W. (last name unknown) in Michigan, CA 1927. Ethel was born in New York 21 APR 1911. Ethel died 20 SEP 1995 at 84 years of age. Her body was interred 22 SEP 1995 in Chester Twp,

    Ottawa, Michigan, McNitt Cemetery. They lived in Conklin, Michigan. In 1930 they lived in Grand Rapids, where Russell is shown as a bus driver for railway company, and Ethel worked in the office of a creamery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, September 21, 1995, Page D15:
    LEE--Mrs. Ethel W. Lee, aged 84, of Conklin, passed away Wednesday morning. She is survived by her husband, Russell E. Lee; her sons, Jack Lee, Jerrold (Delores) Lee, both of Conklin; granddaughter, Cheri (Ron) Gorlewski-Lee, of Conklin; sisters, Mary (Jim) Meerman, Violet (George) Seaman; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held Friday, 2 PM, at the Throop Funeral Home, Coopersville. Visitation hour 1 to 2 PM Friday before services. Rev. Robert Van Zyl officiating. Burial in McNitt Cemetery. Throop Funeral Home Coopersville

    The Grand Rapids Press, December 25, 1995, Page D4:
    LEE--Mr. Russell Lee, aged 87, of Conklin, passed away Sunday morning. He was preceded in death by his wife Ethel, September 20, 1995. He is survived by his family, Jack C. Lee; Jerrold and Delores Lee of Conklin; granddaughter Cherri and Ron Gorlewski of Conklin; sister, Mrs. Margaret Cross of Ludington; sister and brother in laws, Mary and Jim Meerman, Violet and George Seaman, several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday 2 p.m. at the Throop Funeral Home - Coopersville with Rev. Robert Van Zyl officiating. Burial McNitt cemetery. Visitation hours 1 hour prior to services 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday. Throop Funeral Home Coopersville

    E. Russell LEE and Ethel W. had the following children:

    298 i. Jerrold E. 5 LEE was born in Michigan CA 1930. He

    married Delores J. Delores was born CA 1935. They lived on Sehler Street in Conklin, Michigan.

    299 ii. Jon Clare "Jack" LEE was born in Michigan CA 1933, and lives in Conklin, Michigan.

     

     

    Fifth Generation

     

    148. R'dene I. 5 BROWN (Ray D. 4 , Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 13 APR 1918. R'dene died 25 JAN 1995 Ottawa Co, Michigan, at 76 years of age. Her body was interred 28 JAN 1995 in Marne, Ottawa, Michigan, Marne Cemetery.

    She married twice. She married Unknown ESLER. She married Unknown WALSH before 1972. She lived in Spring Lake, Michigan in 1972.

    The Grand Rapids Press, Jan 26, 1995:
    WALSH (ESLER) - R'Dean I. Walsh (Esler), aged 76, of Spring Lake passed away Wednesday, January 25, 1995. She is a retired Michigan Bell Employee and an avid Chicago Cubs baseball fan. Survivors are daughter, Darryll D. Port of Spring Lake; six grandchildren, Diann (George) Hay of Grand Rapids, Meri'Jo (Ron) Cheladyn of North Branch, William (Kathy) Roon of Kalkaska, Michael D. Port of Muskegon, Michelle (John) Pitre of Spring Lake, Bethany L. Port of Spring Lake; seven great grandchildren; one brother, Ray "Bruce" (Shirley) Brown of Florida; many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday 1 p.m. at the Throop Funeral Home Coopersville. Officiating Bishop Zack Soelberg and Elder Ted Blackmer. Burial Marne Cemetery. Visitation hours Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Throop Funeral Home Coopersville.

    R'dene I. BROWN and Unknown ESLER had the following child:

    300 i. Darryll D. 6 ESLER. She married Unknown PORT, and they live in Spring Lake, Michigan.

     

    156. Carroll E. 5 NELTHORPE-SWEET (Laura A. 4 BROWN, Fremont 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born 30 AUG 1918. Carroll died 29 DEC 1977 in Colorado, at 59 years of age. His body was interred 3 JAN 1978 in Denver, Denver, Colorado, Ft. Logan National Cemetery.

    He married Victoria. Carroll was a Staff Sgt in the US Army. He lived in Florida.

    Rocky Mountain News 2 Jan 1978

    Carroll E. Sweet, 3219 S. Clarkson St. Husband of Victoria Sweet; father of Dennis Sweet, Homestead, Fla. Graveside services and interment Ft. Logan National Cemetery, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. Military Honors.

    Carroll E. NELTHORPE-SWEET and Victoria had the following child:

    301 i. Dennis 6 SWEET lived in Homestead, Florida in 1978.

     

    162. Allan J. 5 HAMBLETON (Edna T. 4 BROWN, William A. 3 ,

    Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 1919. Allan died 16 NOV 1984 in Toledo, Lucas, Ohio, at 65 years of age. His body was interred 20 NOV 1984 in Toledo, Lucas, Ohio, Toledo Memorial Park. He married Vivian and lived in Toledo, Ohio.

    Grand Rapids Press, Wednesday, Nov. 21, 1984, Page C7:
    HAMBLETON - Allan J. Hambleton, aged 65, of Toledo, OH, formerly of Coopersville, MI, passed away Friday, November 16, 1984. Services were held Tuesday 11 am at the Bersticker Funeral Home, Toledo, OH. Interment Toledo Memorial Park.

    Toledo Newspaper: Allan Hambleton
    Allan I Hambleton,65, of Western Av., died Friday at St. Luke's Hospital. He was an accountant at the Toledo Masonic Auditoriun, where he had worked for 15 years. He was a former president of the Lutheran Men's League and was treasurer of St. John's Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife, Vivan; sons Richard and Tom, and brothers Ferris, Dean and Earl. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Bersticker Mortuary where the body will be after 3 p.m. today. A Masonic service is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at the mortuary. The family requests that any tributes be in the form of contributions to the church.

    Allan J. HAMBLETON and Vivian had the following children:

    302 i. Richard 6 HAMBLETON.

    303 ii. Tom HAMBLETON.

     

    163. Ferris L. 5 HAMBLETON (Edna T. 4 BROWN, William A. 3 ,Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born AFT 1920. He married Mary. They lived in Montpelier, Ohio in 1963 and by 1969 had moved to Coopersville, where he currently lives at 211 East Street.

    Ferris L. HAMBLETON and Mary had the following children:

    304 i. Gary 6 HAMBLETON married Patricia, and they live in Plymouth, Michigan.

    305 ii. Sharon HAMBLETON. She married Charles "Chuck" HERSHBERGER, son of Russ and Sally HERSHBERGER. Chuck graduated from Coopersville High School and attended Michigan Tech. University. They live in Augusta, Michigan.

    306 iii. Lonnie N. HAMBLETON was born 1953. Lonnie died 13 FEB 1999 in Coopersville, Ottawa, Michigan, at 45 years of age. His body was interred 15 FEB 1999 in Wright Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Advent Cemetery.

    The Grand Rapids Press, February 13, 1999, Page D8:

    HAMBLETON--Lonnie Hambleton, aged 45, special son of Ferris and Mary Hambleton of Coopersville, passed away Friday, February 12, 1999 at his home. Lonnie loved his Bible even though he couldn't read, he loved Music, puzzles and books and papers. He attended Sunnyside School in Ohio, Eastmanville and Ottawa Area Schools. Lonnie is with his Lord and Angels. He is survived by his parents; brother, Gary (Patricia) Hambleton of Plymouth; sister, Sharon (Charles) Herschberger of Augusta; six nephews; two nieces; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Services will be held Monday 1:00 P.M. at the Throop Funeral Home - Coopersville, Rev. Tim McGarvey officiating. Burial Wright Township Cemetery. Visitation hours 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of North Ottawa.

     

    175. Doris 5 DOUCK (William Alden 4 , Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN,

    Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) birth date unknown.

    She married Roland SCHEER. Roland was born 20 DEC 1910 and

    died JAN 1977 at 66 years of age.

    Doris DOUCK and Roland SCHEER had the following children:

    307 i. Donald 6 SCHEER.

    308 ii. Robert SCHEER was born 7 JUN 1924. Robert died

    NOV 1983 at 59 years of age.

     

    176. Elliott W. 5 DOUCK (William Alden 4 , Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born 15 APR 1922. Elliott died 27 DEC 2001 at 79 years of age. He married Bernice, and they lived in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

    Elliott W. DOUCK and Bernice had the following children:

    309 i. Laurel 6 DOUCK.

    310 ii. Steven DOUCK.

     

    177. Eileen M. 5 LONGFELLOW (Lillian I. 4 DOUCK, Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 1 FEB 1918. Eileen died 10 JAN 1982 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 63 years of age. Her body was interred 13 JAN 1982 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Rosedale Memorial Park.

    She married Edward F. WILLEMSEN. Edward was born 3 SEP 1914. Edward died 30 SEP 1988 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 74 years of age. His body was interred 3 OCT 1988 in Tallmadge Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Rosedale Memorial Park. They lived in Grand Rapids.

    The Grand Rapids Press, January 11, 1982:

    WILLEMSEN - Mrs. Eileen Willemsen, aged 63, of 1345 Maplerow NW, passed away Sunday at Butterworth Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Edward; her children, Allen and Opal Willemsen of Moline, Dennis and Susan Willemsen of Grand Rapids, Rudi and David Schmidt of Coopersville, Laura (Willemsen) Visser of Grand Rapids; 3 grandchildren, Eric and Heather Schmidt and Krista Willemsen; a brother, Charles Longfellow of Walker and a sister, Marian Fultz of Grand Rapids. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 2 pm at the Van't Hof Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Lindsey of Second Baptist Church officiating. Interment in Rosedale Memorial Park. Mrs. Willemsen reposes at the Chapel where relatives and friends may meet the family from 7 to 9 pm on Monaday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm on Tueaday. Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.

    The Grand Rapids Press, October 2, 1988, Page F19:

    WILLEMSEN - Mr. Edward F. Willemsen, aged 73, of Maplerow NW, passed away Friday evening, September 30, 1988, at his home. Surviving are his children, Allen Willemsen of Moline, Dennis and Susan Willemsen of Grand Rapids, Rudi and David Schmidt of Cedar Springs, Laura and Marty Visser of Grand Rapids; four grandchildren; his brother, Charles Willemsen; his sisters, Leona Gressler, Florence Hoffbaur. Funeral Services will be held Monday morning at 11am at the Van't Hof Chapel, with Rev. Kenneth Lindsey officiating. Interment Rosedale Memorial Park. Mr. Willemsen reposes at the chapel where relatives and friends may meet the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm Sunday. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.

    Eileen M. LONGFELLOW and Edward F. WILLEMSEN had the following children:

    311 i. Allen 6 WILLEMSEN. He married Opal and lives in Moline,

    Michigan.

    312 ii. Dennis WILLEMSEN married Susan and lives in Grand

    Rapids, Michigan.

    + 313 iii. Rudi WILLEMSEN.

    314 iv. Laura WILLEMSEN married Marty VISSER and lives in

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    178. Marian I. 5 LONGFELLOW (Lillian I. 4 DOUCK, Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally"2 LAWTON, Henry1) was born in Michigan 14 JAN 1920. Marian died 9 MAY 2000 at 80 years of age.

    She married twice. She married Louis F. UNGREY. Louis was

    born 26 OCT 1920. He married Henrieta M. Louis died 16 MAY

    1997 at 76 years of age. His body was interred 19 MAY 1997 in

    Lincoln Twp, Newaygo, Michigan, Lincoln Twp Cemetery. Marian also

    married Unknown FULTZ. She lived in Grand Rapids.

    The Grand Rapids Press, May 17, 1997, Page D7:

    UNGREY (Flag) - Louis F. Ungrey, aged 76, of White Cloud went to be with his Lord Friday, May 16, 1997. He was a World War II Veteran and a lifetime member of Neal E. Fonger Post 179. He was also a member of the Kent County Philatelic Society. He was preceded in death by his son, Donald. Surviving are his wife, Henrietta; his children, Roger and Helen Ungrey of White Cloud, Judy and Jeffery Childs, Henry and Nancy VandeWeg, Ranae and Gary Purman, Evonne and Jim Paulson; 16 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; his brothers, Jack, Robert and Edwin Ungey all of Grand Rapids. Memorial services will be held Monday, May 19, 1997 at the Faith Baptist Church in White Cloud (time to be announced in Sunday's Press) with his Pastor Larry Mosher officiating. Interment Lincoln Township Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Baptist Church. Envelopes available at the chapel. Relatives and friends may meet the family at the Matthysse and Kuiper Funeral Home, 4145 Chicago Dr., Grandville on Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.

    Marian I. LONGFELLOW and Louis F. UNGREY had the following

    children:

    315 i. Donald 6 UNGREY.

    316 ii. Roger UNGREY married Helen and lived in White Cloud,

    Michigan

    317 iii. Judy UNGREY married Jeffery CHILDS.

    318 iv. Nancy UNGREY married Henry VANDE WEG.

    319 v. Ranae UNGREY married Gary PURMAN.

    320 vi. Evonne UNGREY married Jim PAULSON.

     

    179. Robert A. 5 LONGFELLOW (Lillian I. 4 DOUCK, Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 6 NOV 1921. Robert died 21 JUN 1979 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 57 years of age. He married Arlene and lived in Grand Rapids.

    The Grand Rapids Press, June 21, 1979, Page 4E:

    LONGFELLOW - Mr. Robert A. Longfellow, aged 57, of 3232 Rypens NW., passed away Thursday morning at St. Mary's Hospital. Surviving are his wife, Arlene; his children, Charles and Nancy Longfellow, Steven and Debbie Longfellow and Nancy Longfellow; two grandchildren, Scott and Steven; a brother, Charles Longfellow; his sisters, Mrs. Edward (Eileen) Willemsen and Mrs. Marian Fultz all of Grand Rapids. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1 PM at the Van't Hof Chapel, with Rev. Kenneth J. Lindsey officiating. Interment Rosedale Memorial Park. Mr. Longfellow reposes at the chapel, where relatives and friends may meet the family from 7 to 9 PM on Thursday and Friday.

    Robert A. LONGFELLOW and Arlene had the following children:

    321 i. Charles 6 LONGFELLOW married Nancy.

    322 ii. Steven LONGFELLOW married Debbie.

    323 iii. Nancy LONGFELLOW.

     

    182. Orrin E. 5 KING (Elma E. 4 DOUCK, Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Pontiac, Oakland, Michigan 13 SEP 1925. Orrin died 6 JUN 1999 in Battle Creek, Calhoun, Michigan, at 73 years of age. His body was interred JUN 1999 in Pontiac, Oakland, Michigan, Perry Mount Park.

    He married Ingeborg E. GORNOR in Germany, 22 JUN 1949.

    Ingeborg was born 29 SEP 1929. Ingeborg died 16 DEC 1997 at

    68 years of age.

     

     

    Oakland Press, June 8, 1999, Page A-11:

    KING, ORRIN E.; age 73, of Waterford, MI, died Sunday, June 6, 1999 in Battle Creek at his son's residence. He was born September 13, 1925 in Pontiac, MI to Claude E. and Elma E. (Douck) King. He was raised in Pontiac, MI where he attended school and lived most of his life. In his early years he owned and operated a Speedway 79 Service Station in the Pontiac, MI area. He was a truck driver most of his life. He served overseas with US Army intelligence during and after WWII. He was married June 22, 1949 in Germany to Ingeborg E. Bornor. She preceded him in death December 16, 1997. He is survived by three sons Michael O. (Durene "Dee") King of Battle Creek, Stephen F. King of Waterford, MI, Frederic C. King of Davisburg, MI, two daughters Carolyn M. (Michael) Patterson of Davisburg, MI, Christina A. (James) Potridge of Toledo, Ohio; and nine grandchildren. In addition to his wife he was preced in death by a sister Elinor R. King, November 1, 1982. Interment of cremains at Perry Mount Park, Pontiac, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice Care, 166 E. Goodale, Battle Creek, MI 48017. Arrangements by Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, 105 Capital Avenue NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017.

    Orrin E. KING and Ingeborg E. GORNOR had the following

    children:

    324 i. Michael O. 6 KING married Durene "Dee" and lives in Battle Creek, Michigan

    325 ii. Carolyn M. KING married Michael PATTERSON and lives in

    Davisburg, Oakland Co, Michigan.

    326 iii. Stephen F. KING lives in Waterford, Oakland Co, Michigan.

    327 iv. Frederic C. KING lives in Davisburg, Michigan

    328 v. Christina A. KING married James POTRIDGE and lives in

    Toledo, Ohio.

     

    189. Beverly 5 BROWN (Thorne J. 4 , Joseph P. 3 , Sarah Almira Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born CA 1932. Beverly died 30

    MAR 1980 in Lansing, Ingham, Michigan, at 47 years of age. Her body was interred 3 APR 1980 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Rosedale Memorial Park.

    She married Dr. J. Clyde SPENCER and lived in East Lansing, Michigan.

    The Grand Rapids Press, March 31, 1980, Page 14C:

    SPENCER - Mrs. Beverly Mae Brown Spencer, aged 48, of 940 Roxburgh Rd., E. Lansing, MI., passed away March 30. Surviving are her husband, Dr. J. Clyde Spencer and her children, Craig of Ann Arbor, Bryce of Muskegon, Todd and Allison of E. Lansing. Also surviving are her mother, Mrs. Thorne J. (Florence) Brown of Grand Rapids; her brothers, Richard T. Brown and T. James Brown of Grand Rapids and Robert F. Brown of Carlsbad, CA. and her sister, Mrs. James (Mary Carolyn) Matteson of Grand Rapids. Mrs. Spencer graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in 1949 and from the University of MI. 1953. She was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority, Ingham County Medical Auxiliary, Junior League of Lansing, E.W. Sparrow Hospital Guild and was a life member of the E. Lansing Public Library. Funeral services will be held at People's Church, E. Lansing on Wednesday, 2:30 pm. Graveside services will be held at Rosedale Memorial Park, Grand Rapids on Thursday, 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to the E.W. Sparrow Hospital Oncology Program or the East Lansing Public Library. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Home, Lansing.

    Beverly BROWN and Dr. J. Clyde SPENCER had the following children:

    329 i. Craig 6 SPENCER lived in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1980.

    330 ii. Bryce SPENCER lived in Muskegon, Michigan in 1980.

    331 iii. Todd SPENCER married Allison and lived in East Lansing, Michigan in 1980.

     

    190. Mary Caroline 5 BROWN (Thorne J. 4 , Joseph P. 3 , Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born ABT 1936. She married James Sigurd MATTESON. James was born CA 1937. James died 2 JUL 2001 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 64 years of age. His body was interred 5 JUL 2001 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, Rosedale Memorial Park. They lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
    Mary Caroline BROWN and James Sigurd MATTESON had the following child:

    332 i. Thorne 6 MATTESON lives in Ferndale, Michigan.

     

    191. Norma Jean 5 BARTHOLOMEW (Beatrice A. 4 GLEASON, Edith J. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Chippewa, Michigan 7 OCT 1920. Norma died 28 NOV 2002 Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan, at 82 years of age. She married Lester D. "Mike" TIMMERMAN in Nunica, Ottawa, Michigan, 22 NOV 1946. Lester was born in Polkton Twp, Ottawa, Michigan 17 MAR 1912. Lester died 19 NOV 2001 in Grandville, Kent, Michigan, at 89 years of age. His body was interred 21 NOV 2001 in Robinson Twp, Ottawa, Michigan, Ottawa Center Cemetery. They lived in Nunica, Michigan.

    Grand Haven Tribune, 20 Nov 2001, Page 2
    LESTER TIMMERMAN
    Lester D. "Mike" Timmerman, 89, of Nunica, died today, Monday, Nov. 19, 2001, in Grandville. He was born March 17, 1912 in Polkton Township, to Lester E. and Dora (Rice) Timmerman; and married Norma J. Bartholomew Nov. 22, 1946 in Nunica.

    Mr. Timmerman was a rural mail carrier for 30 years. He served 44 months in the US Army Signal Corps in the Pacific Theater during WWII and earned the bronze star. He was a member of the Amateur Radio Relay League, Ham Radio Assoc. and Crockery Senior Center. His interests included building model airplanes and using his ham radio.

    He is survived by his wife, Norma; daughter, Kathy (Dennis) Pontius, of Grandville; sons, Gary (Kathleen) Timmerman, of Nunica, Kevin (Katherine) Timmerman, of Hamilton; four grandchildren, Derek, Rachel, Sarah and Megan; his brother, Harold (Millie) Timmerman of Nunica; also several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Sylvan, "Bud", George, "Pat" (twin brother); and three sisters, Ella, Ethel and Essie.

    Funeral arrangements will be handled by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad, of Spring Lake.
    TIMMERMAN, Lester D. "Mike" - Nunica [FLAG]

    A funeral service for Mr. Timmerman will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home in Spring Lake with Rev. Russell Osbeck officiating. Friends may meet the family 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Ottawa Center Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

    Grand Haven Tribune, 29 Nov 2002, Page 2:
    NORMA TIMMERMAN
    Served as Military Acting Postmaster

    Norma J. Timmerman, 82, died Thursday, Nov. 298, 2002, at Spectrum-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was a resident of Crockery Township.

    She was born Oct. 7, 1920 to Stanley F. and Beatrice E. (Gleason) Bartholomew in Sault Ste. Marie, and married Lester D. "Mike" Timmerman Nov. 22, 1946. He preceded her in death Nov. 19, 2001.

    Mrs. Timmerman has been an area resident most of her life and served as Military Acting Postmaster in Nunica during World War II. She was a member of the Crockery Senior Center and enjoyed her family.

    Survivors include her daughter Kathy (Dennis) Pontius, Grandville; two sons, Gary (Kathleen) Timmerman, Nunica, Kevin (Katherine) Timmerman, Hamilton; five grandchildren, Derek, Rachel and Sarah Pontius, Megan and Erin Timmerman; her sister Kathleen (Tony) Busman, Nunica; and several nieces and nephews.

    Her sister, Fay Tatun, preceded her in death.

    Funeral arrangements are being handled by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad in Spring Lake.

    TIMMERMAN, Norma J. [FLAG] Crockery Township
    A funeral service for Norma J. Timmerman will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, at VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home in Spring Lake, with Rev. Russell Osbeck officiating. Friends may meet the family 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Ottawa Center Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Holland Home.

    Norma Jean BARTHOLOMEW and Lester D. "Mike" TIMMERMAN had the following children:

    + 333 i. Kathy 6 TIMMERMAN.

    334 ii. Gary TIMMERMAN married Kathleen. They live in Nunica, Michigan. Either Gary or Kevin have children Megan and Erin.

    335 iii. Kevin TIMMERMAN married Katherine and lives in Hamilton, Michigan.

     

    198. Dorothy L. 5 HAYDEN (Eva Agnes 4 MC CLAIN, Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan CA 1911.

    In the 1930 census, she is shown living with her mother and step-father in Davenport, Iowa and working as a stenographer at a typewriter company. Her last name was listed as Thompson, which makes us think she may have been adopted by her step-father. She married Lester DEWILD after 1930, and was later married to Unknown HOLLIDAY before 1971.

    Dorothy L. HAYDEN and Lester DEWILD had the following child:

    336 i. Joyce 6 DEWILD.

     

    201. Rev. Glenn E. 5 PETTERSON (Ena "Grace" 4 MC CLAIN, Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Summit Twp, Mason, Michigan 3 APR 1915. Glenn died 15 APR 1975 in Merrill, Saginaw, Michigan, at 60 years of age. His body was interred 18 APR 1975 in Mason Co, Michigan, Summit Cemetery.

    He married Esther A. METZ in Kentucky, 22 JUL 1940. Esther was born in 1917. They lived in Rockford, Michigan in 1968 and Merrill, Michigan in 1975.

    Ludington Daily News, April 16, 1975, Page 2:
    THE REV. GLENN E. PETTERSON
    The Rev. Glenn E. Petterson, 60, of Ashley and a former Scottville resident died suddenly Tuesday afternoon while driving in his car near Merrill.

    He was born April 3, 1915, in Summit Township.

    The Rev. Petterson was married July 22, 1940, in Kentucky to Esther Metz, who survives.

    He attended grade school in Summit Township and graduated from Ludington High School in 1933. He later attended God's Bible School in Cincinnati, Ohio.

    He was ordained in 1942 and later pastored a church in Kentucky.

    The Rev. Petterson came to Scottville in 1948 where he was a pastor of the former Pilgrim Holiness Church, now the Wesleyan Methodist Church, until 1954.

    At the time of his death he was the pastor of the Ashley Wesleyan Church of Ashley and previously the pastor of churches in Traverse City, Rockford, Merrill and Breckenridge.

    He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Diane) Hawkins of Norco, Calif., Mrs. Davis (Rebecca) Doehring of Merrill and Mrs. Rachel Martin of St. Louis, Mi; five grandchildren; his father, Franz Petterson of Ludington; one brother, Ivan of Ludington; one sister, Mrs. Wilbur (Jacqueline) Birdsall of Ludington.

    He was preceded in death by his mother Mrs. Grace Petterson.

    Friends may call at the Case Funeral Home in Merrill and funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Wesleyan Church on North Chapin Road in Merrill with the Rev. Cooper officiating.

    Friends may call at the Alexander-Rye Funeral Home, 1126 US-10 Scottville at 3 p.m. Friday and prayer and scripture service will be held at 3:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Dale Brugger and Rev. Cooper officiating.

    Burial will follow at the Summit Cemetery. -Alexander-Rye, Scottville

    Rev. Glenn E. PETTERSON and Esther METZ had the following children:

    337 i. Diane 6 PETTERSON married Richard HAWKINS.

    338 ii. Rebecca PETTERSON married Davis DOEHRING.

    339 iii. Rachel PETTERSON married Unknown MARTIN.

     

    204. Geneva Addie 5 MC CLAIN (Floyd Vernon M. 4 , Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan CA 1919.

    She married twice. She married Morris SHAFER. She married Nels EVERSON after 1986. Nothing more is known about Geneva or her family.

    Geneva Addie MC CLAIN and Morris SCHAEFER had the following child:

    340 i. Duane 6 SHAFER lived in Scottville, Michigan.

     

    205. Vernon Edward 5 MC CLAIN, Sr. (Floyd Vernon M. 4 , Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 15 JAN 1922. Vernon died 21 JUN 1986 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 64 years of age. His body was interred 24 JUN 1986 in Riverton Twp, Mason, Michigan, Center Riverton Cemetery.

    He married Edythe Marie GARDNER in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, 2 FEB 1946. Edythe was born in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan 11 FEB 1924. Edythe died 18 AUG 1994 in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, at 70 years of age. Her body was interred 22 AUG 1994 in Riverton Twp, Mason, Michigan, Center Riverton Cemetery.

    Ludington Daily News, June 23, 1986, Page 2:
    VERNON E. McCLAIN, SR.
    Vernon E. McClain, Sr., 64, of 5384 S. Brye Road, died at home Saturday of an apparent heart attack.

    He was born on Jan. 15, 1922 in Ludington where he grew up. He attended schools in Riverton Township. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

    He married Edythe M. Gardner on Feb 2, 1946 in Muskegon and she survives.

    He worked from 1947 until his retirement in 1980 for Shaw-Walker Company in Muskegon. He was a member of the Muskegon Heights Eagles Lodge Aerie 2106.

    Surviving in addition to his wife, are one daughter, Mrs. Ronald (Patricia) Manies of Fruitport; two sons, Vernon E., Jr., of Muskegon and William A. at home; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Ivan (Marjorie) McClellan of Ludington and Mrs. Geneva Shafer; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

    Ludington Daily News, August 20, 1994, Page 2:

    MRS. VERNON (EDYTHE) McCLAIN

    Died Aug. 18, 1994

    Mrs. Edythe M. McClain, 70, 5384 S. Brye Road, died Thursday afternoon at Memorial Medical Center.

    Edythe Marie Garner was born Feb. 11, 1924, in Muskegon where she grew up and attended school graduating from Muskegon Heights High School in 1941. She was married to Vernon McClain Feb. 2, 1946, in Muskegon and he preceded her in death June 21, 1986.

    Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Ron (Patricia) Manies, Fruitport; two sons, Vernon Edward (and Marie) McClain Jr., Muskegon and William Alan McClain, Ludington; three sisters, Marian Wolf and Irene Sweet, both of Muskegon and Mrs. Jim (Fran) Corgan of Spring Lake; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Ivan (Marge) McClellan; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

    Services for Mrs. McClain will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Dorrell Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Gary Miller of the Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment will be in Center Riverton Cemetery.

    The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Dorrell Funeral Home. -Dorrell

    Vernon Edward MC CLAIN, Sr. and Edythe Marie GARDNER had the

    following children:

    341 i. Patricia 6 MC CLAIN married Ronald MANIES.

    342 ii. Vernon Edward MC CLAIN, Jr. married Marie.

    343 iii. William Alan MC CLAIN.

     

    206. Marjorie 5 Marie MC CLAIN (Floyd Vernon M. 4 , Adeline Lenora "Addie" 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born 25 FEB 1924 in Riverton Twp, Mason, Michigan. Marjorie died 19 NOV 1996 in Victory Twp, Mason, Michigan, at 72 years of age. Her body was interred 22 NOV 1996 in Mason Co, Michigan, Sugar Grove Cemetery.

    Marjorie was raised by her maternal grandparents, William and Addie Brown, from the time she was a year old, as her mother had died. She married Ivan MC CLELLAN, son of Harry and Sadie (McKee) McClellan in Scottville, Mason, Michigan 19 MAY 1845. They lived in Scottville, Michigan.

    Ludington Daily News, November 20, 1996:
    MARJORIE M. McCLELLAN - Died Nov. 19, 1996
    Marjorie M. McClellan, 72, of 1727 W. Sugar Grove Road, Victory Township, died Tuesday at her residence following an extended illness.

    Marjorie Marie McClain was born Feb. 25, 1924, in Riverton Township to Floyd and Emma (Brown) McClain. Due to her mother's death, she was raised by her maternal grandparents, Addie and William Brown, from the time she was 1 year old.

    She was married in Scottville May 19, 1945, to Ivan McClellan and he survives. She was employed in housekeeping at Memorial Medical Center for 10 years and enjoyed gardening, crocheting, knitting and liquid embroidery. Most of all, she loved and enjoyed her grandchildren.

    Surviving, in addition to her husband of 51 years, Ivan, are one daughter, Mrs. James (Lynn) Parker of Ludington; one son, Dean (and Shelly) McClellan of Ludington; three grandchildren, Mrs. James (Sherri) Dumaine and Sue Parker, both of Fountain, and James (and Shawn) Parker of Ludington; three great-grandchildren, Amanda, Pauline and Diamond Dumaine of Fountain; and one nephew, Duane Shafer of Scottville.

    She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents and grandparents, by one sister, Geneva Shafer, and one brother, Vernon McClain.

    Services for Mrs. McClain will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Dorrell Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. John Christensen and the Rev. B. Douglas Niemi officiating. Interment will follow in Sugar Grove Cemetery.

    The family will be at the funeral home Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. to receive friends.

    Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Mason County with envelopes available at the funeral home.

    Marjorie MC CLAIN and Ivan MC CLELLAN had the following children:

    + 344 i. Lynn 6 MC CLELLAN.

    345 ii. Dean MC CLELLAN married Shelly and lives in Ludington, Michigan.

     

    207. Wayne Earl 5 LAWTON (Floyd Earl 4 , Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born 6 JUN 1934.

    He married Carolyn I. NELSON in Big Rapids, Mecosta, Michigan, 22 DEC 1961. Carolyn was born in Mecosta County, Michigan 7 OCT 1937, daughter of Chris and Hazel (Thurston) Nelson. Carolyn died 25 JAN 2002 in Oxford, Oakland, Michigan, at 64 years of age. Her body was interred 28 JAN 2002 in Caldwell Twp, Missaukee, Michigan, Caldwell Twp. Cemetery. Wayne lives in Lake City, Michigan.

    Wayne Earl LAWTON and Carolyn I. NELSON had the following children:

    346 i. Cheryl 6 LAWTON married John JAMES.

    347 ii. Bruce LAWTON married Gina.

     

    209. George William 5 LAWTON (Floyd Earl 4 , Stowell Ernest 3 ,

    Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan 12 JUN 1941. George died 12 JUL 1991 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 50 years of age. His body was interred 15 JUL 1991 in Laketon Twp, Muskegon, Michigan, Laketon Township Cemetery.

    He married twice. He married Marilyn BUTCHER 10 SEP 1960. They divorced in 1979, and he married Dale Rae MILLER 17 MAR 1982. He and Dale divorced in 1990 or 1991. George died from cancer.

    Muskegon Chronicle, July 13, 1991, Page 73:
    LAWTON, MR. GEORGE W.

    Coopersville - Mr. George W. Lawton, 50, died Friday, July 12, 1991 at Mercy Hospital. He was born June 12, 1941 in Muskegon & had lived here the last 30 years. Mr. Lawton had been employed as asecurity guard at Muskegon Community College & served on the Mayfest Committee of Muskegon Com. College. He is survived by his fiancee, Virgie A. Lee of Coopersville; 2 sons: Michael L. (Pam) Lawton & Daniel L. (Kymberly) Lawton, all of Muskegon; 3 grandchildren; his mother Pauline Lawton of Manton; 2 brothers: Wayne E. (Carolyn) Lawton of Chesaning, James L. (Karen) Lawton of Cadillac; 4 sisters: Lois L. (Jack) Ince of Willow, Alaska, Patricia A. (Walter) Cross of Chesaning, Mary A. (Russell) Huston of Clio & Bonnie M. Philo of Jennings. Services will be held Monday at 11 AM at Sytsema Funeral Home 737 Apple Avenue with Pastor John Herrick of Allendale Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Laketon Twp. Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Suggested memorial: Mercy Cancer Center.

    George William LAWTON and Marilyn BUTCHER had the following children:

    348 i. Michael L. 6 LAWTON married Pam and lives in Muskegon, Michigan.

    349 ii. Daniel L. LAWTON married Kymberly and lives in Muskegon, Michigan.

     

    213. James Lee 5 LAWTON (Floyd Earl 4 , Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry1) was born 22 AUG 1950.  He married twice. He married Debra Marie PADDOCK 20 SEP 1969, and they divorced in December 1983. He married Karen TRUAX 31 MAR 1990. James lives in Cadillac, Michigan.

    James Lee LAWTON and Debra Marie PADDOCK had the following children:

    350 i. Denise 6 LAWTON.

    351 ii. Jamie LAWTON.

    iii. Baby Boy LAWTON stillborn 31 January 1975 in Ingham County, Michigan and buried in Greenwood Twp, Wexford, Michigan, Greenwood Cemetery.

    James Lee LAWTON and Karen TRUAX had the following child:

    352 iv. Alexandra LAWTON.

     

    214. Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE (Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 7 DEC 1930.

    She married twice. She married Paul Goodwin SMITH in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, 9 OCT 1948. Paul was born in

    Ludington, Mason, Michigan 8 OCT 1925, son of Orton Aurlius and Teckla Johanna Olive (Larson) Smith. He married Donna Ellen SHAW in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, 15 OCT 1976. Paul grew up on his parent’s farm in Victory Township, Mason County, Michigan. He is 6 feet tall with brown hair and green eyes. He was drafted into the U.S. Navy in 1943, and fought in the South Pacific in WWII aboard the USS LSM 134 as a helmsman. Upon his return, he married, and Paul and Marilyn bought a farm next to his parents’. He went to work for Watchcase at Continental Motors in Muskegon, and in 1955 for Great Lakes Casting Company, from which he retired in 1987. Marilyn and Paul were divorced, and he remarried Donna.

    She married Robert MOOMEY after 1974. Marilyn graduated from Ludington High School. She lived with her husband, Paul on Stiles Road for 26 years, and their home burned on January 5, 1974. She was a teletype setter at the Ludington Daily News, then manager at Spiegels in Ludington on S. James Street. She was manager for Sarah Coventry Jewelry in Ludington, and manager of Stockholm Mobile Home Park in Sanford, Michigan. She and her second husband were house parents for Highland's Home for Unwed Mothers in Kansas City, Missouri. They moved to Holiday, Florida prior to 1996.

     

    Marilyn Grace SHUE and Paul Goodwin SMITH had the following children:

    + 353 i. Donald Paul 6 SMITH was born 1949.

    + 354 ii. Janice Marie SMITH was born 1951.

    + 355 iii. Beverly Helen SMITH was born 1954.

    + 356 iv. Joanne Grace SMITH was born 1956.

    + 357 v. Larry Goodwin SMITH was born 1958.

     

    215. Margaret Eleanor 5 SHUE (Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 2 MAY 1932.

    She married Charles "Chuck" WARNER 1 SEP 1951. He was from Kent, Ohio. Margaret graduated from Spring Arbor High School. After her marriage to Chuck, they lived in southern Michigan for a time. They moved to Sanford, Florida in 1965, where Chuck was a pastor. They moved back to Brighton, Michigan in 1974, and they lived in Auburndale, Florida in 1991.

    Margaret Eleanor SHUE and Rev. Charles WARNER had the following children:

    358 i. Timothy 6 Mark WARNER was born in Michigan, and lives in Birmingham, Alabama.

    359 ii. Mariam Beth WARNER was born in Michigan and lives in Chicago, Illinois.

    360 iii. Carolyn Joy WARNER was born in Michigan and lives in Springhill, Florida.

    361 iv. Paula Jean WARNER was born in Florida in 1968 and lives in Auburndale, Florida.

     

    216. Charles Alvin 5 SHUE, Jr. (Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 25 SEP 1942. Charles died 15 AUG 1986 in Chicago, Cook, Illinois, at 43 years of age. His body was interred 18 AUG 1986 in Custer, Mason, Michigan, Riverside Cemetery.

    Charles graduated from Ludington High School and received a BA degree from Michigan State University and a Master's degree from University of Kentucky. He married Lucille BIRD of Iowa. He taught at Wabash College in Indiana and was a computer programmer for the ACI Corporation in Chicago. His 15 year old daughter, Leah, was living in Indianapolis, Indiana at the time of his death in 1986, so it would seem that Charles may have been divorced or separated from his wife.

    Ludington Daily News, August 16, 1986, Page 2:

    CHARLES A. SHUE

    Charles A. Shue Jr., 43, of 2627 W. Thomas St., Chicago, Ill. died Friday morning at St. Joseph Hospital, Chicago, after an extended illness.

    He was born Sept. 25, 1942 in Ludington where he grew up and graduated from high school. He received his A.B. degree from Michigan State University and his master's degree from the University of Kentucky. He taught for a number of years at Wabash College in Indiana. For the past 10 years he was a computer programmer for the A.C.I. Corporation in Chicago.

    Surviving are one daughter, Miss Leah Shue, 15, of Indianapolis, Ind.; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles (Leah) Shue of Holiday, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Charles (Margaret) Warner of Brighton and Mrs. Robert (Marilyn) Moomey of Kansas City, Mo.; aunts, uncles and cousins.

    The funeral for Mr. Shue will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at the Dorrell Funeral Home. The Rev. Fredolf Anderson of Trinity Evangelical Free Church will officiate. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Custer.

    Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Sunday. The family will be present at the funeral home to receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. –Dorrell

     

    Charles Alvin SHUE, Jr. had the following child:

    362 i. Leah Margaret 6 SHUE was born in 1971, and lived in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1986 and Greencastle, Indiana in 1991.

    217. Royce Lynn 5 NYE (Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Wexford Co, Michigan 24 OCT 1934.

    He married Joanne Lavon INGERSOLL 4 AUG 1956. Joanne is the daughter of George and Bessie (Jenkins) Ingersoll. They lived in Tucson, Arizona in 1992.

     

    Royce Lynn NYE and Joanne Lavon INGERSOLL had the following

    children:

    + 363 i. Royce Lynn 6 NYE, Jr. was born 1957.

    + 364 ii. Laura Joan NYE was born 1959.

    365 iii. Lesa Elaine NYE was born 1960.

    366 iv. Larry Gene NYE was born 1961.

     

    218. Terry Monto 5 NYE (Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell

    Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born 6 SEP 1942.

    He married three times. He married Betty PATE 28 SEP 1963. They divorced 23 SEP 1975. He married Jennifer NESTLE 27 AUG 1976, and was divorced from her 8 JAN 1986. He married Linda WYNNS 9 OCT 1993.

    Terry Monto NYE and Betty PATE had the following children:

    + 367 i. Vickie Jean 6 NYE was born 1964.

    + 368 ii. Susan Marie NYE was born 1967.

    369 iii. Carrie Ann NYE was born 1971 and married Chris PAPPAS.

     

    219. Ardath Elaine "Tootie" 5 NYE (Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON,

    Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born 14 OCT 1944.

    She married Gary DEL FORGE 29 DEC 1963. She was a charge

    nurse for an oncology department, and lived in Tucson, Arizona in 1992.

    Ardath Elaine "Tootie" NYE and Gary DEL FORGE had the

    following children:

    370 i. Julie Rae 6 DEL FORGE was born 1969. She married Tim THOMPSON 29 APR 2000.

    371 ii. Sandi Renee DEL FORGE was born 1971. She married John STRIBLING 30 MAY 1997. Sandi is a teacher and lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.

    372 iii. Kelly Lynne DEL FORGE was born 1976.

     

    220. Ronald Gene 5 NYE (Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell

    Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born 15 DEC 1945.

    He married Catherine Ann JORGENSON 28 SEP 1966 and lived in Amory, Mississippi in 1992.

    Ronald Gene NYE and Catherine Ann JORGENSON had the

    following children:

    + 373 i. Amy Renee 6 NYE was born 1967.

    + 374 ii. Eric Gene NYE was born 1971.

    375 iii. Jana Elaine NYE was born 1976.

     

    222. LeRoy E. 5 LAWTON (Verne LeVoy 4 , Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan 26 JAN 1944. LeRoy died 6 NOV 1981 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, at 37 years of age. His body was interred 9 NOV 1981 in Muskegon, Muskegon, Michigan, Sunrise Memorial Gardens. He married Unknown in 1964.

     

    Muskegon Chronicle, November 7, 1981:

    LAWTON, MR. LEROY E.

    968 Witham Dr.

    LeRoy E. Lawton, age 37 yrs., passed away Friday afternoon at Muskegon General Hospital. He was born Jan. 26, 1944 in Muskegon and has been a life resident. He had served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by 2 daughters, Lucy and Lisa Lawton both of Muskegon; his parents, Verne & Ruth Lawton of N. Muskegon; 2 sisters, Mrs. John (Eloise) Bellman of Muskegon and Mrs. Michael (Linda) Ridderman of N. Muskegon. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday from the Sytsema Chapel with Rev. T. Burt Evans officiating. Interment will be in Sunrise Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning at 2:00 p.m. Sunday where they may meet the family 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. -Sytsema

    LeRoy E. LAWTON and Unknown had the following children:

    376 i. Lucinda 6 LAWTON.

    377 ii. Lisa LAWTON.

     

    224. Judy Kay 5 BURKHOLDER (Grace Velma 4 LAWTON, Stowell

    Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born 1944.

    She married Larry MESSER. Lives in Battle Creek, Michigan.

    Judy Kay BURKHOLDER and Larry MESSER had the following

    children:

    378 i. Jonathan 6 MESSER.

    379 ii. Sara MESSER.

    380 iii. Mark MESSER.

     

    237. Dale E. 5 LARR (Ernest Allen 4 , Ethel May 3 LAWTON,

    Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown.

    He married twice. He married Sandra HOLDEN. After their

    divorce, Sandy lived in Freesoil.

    He married Barbara before 1988, at which time they lived in Scottville, Michigan.

    Dale E. LARR and Sandra HOLDEN had the following children:

    381 i. Tanya 6 LARR married Brian LINDEMAN and lives in Manistee, Michigan.

    382 ii. Tracy LARR married Scott BENTZ and lives in Lansing, Michigan.

    383 iii. Alesha LARR.

    384 iv. Johnathon LARR married Jessica and lives in Freesoil, Michigan.

    + 385 v. Rachel Dawn LARR was born 1976.

     

    245. Virl 5 THOMPSON, II (Virl E. 4 , Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. He married Carol and lives in Niles, Michigan.

    Virl THOMPSON, II and Carol had the following children:

    386 i. Kelly Lynn 6 THOMPSON married Unknown OSBORN and lives in Mesa, Arizona.

    387 ii. Keri Jo THOMPSON lives in Lansing, Michigan.

     

    246. Beth Lee 5 THOMPSON (Virl E. 4 , Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. She married Lon HUFF and lives in Cheboygan, Michigan.

    Beth Lee THOMPSON and Lon HUFF had the following children:

    + 388 i. Holli Hanna 6 HUFF.

    389 ii. Bradly Jonathon HUFF lives in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.

    249. Kristine K. 5 THOMPSON (Clarence R. 4 , Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. She married twice. She married Joseph JAMES. She married Unknown ROBB, and they live in Allegan, Michigan.

    Kristine K. THOMPSON and Unknown ROBB had the following

    children:

    390 i. Kara 6 ROBB lived in Wilmington, N.C. in 2001.

    391 ii. Jeff ROBB.

    392 iii. Jason ROBB.

     

    256. Michael 5 THOMPSON (Alfred "Earl" 4 , Maud Pearl 3

    LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. He married Kendra, and they live in Manistee, Manistee Co, Michigan.

    Michael THOMPSON and Kendra had the following child:

    393 i. Kyle 6 THOMPSON.

     

    262. Kerry Laverne 5 CALKINS (Iva S. 4 STANDISH, Winifred

    Emma 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington,

    Mason, Michigan 1953. He lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1985 and in Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1991. He married Karen Ann LAIDLAW. Karen was born in 1954.

    Kerry Laverne CALKINS and Karen Ann LAIDLAW had the following children:

    394 i. Nicholas Allan 6 CALKINS was born 1978.

    395 ii. Samantha Beth CALKINS was born 1980. Samantha received a BA in May 2002 in Childhood Development from Concordia and the University of San Diego.

     

    280. Robert G. 5 HUEBNER (Mary 4 LAWTON, Charles Francis "Frank" 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Michigan 15 FEB 1916. Robert died 12 OCT 2000 in Plainfield Twp, Kent, Michigan, at 84 years of age. He married Joan FAIKS CA 1940.

    Grand Rapids Press, October 15, 2000, Page A27:

    [FLAG]HUEBNER - Robert G. Huebner, aged 84, of Plainfield Twp., passed away Thursday, October 12, 2000 at his home. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Joan (Faiks) Huebner; his children, Roberta and Jack Chaney, Thomas and Sandra Huebner; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; his sister, Lucille Fisch. Robert was a veteran of WWII and an avid outdoorsman. At his request there will be no visitation or service. For those who wish, memorials may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Reyers North Valley Chapel.

    Robert G. HUEBNER and Joan FAIKS had the following children:

    396 i. Roberta 6 HUEBNER married Jack CHANEY.

    397 ii. Thomas HUEBNER married Sandra.

     

    282. Rosemary 5 LAWTON (Franklin "Roe" 4 , Charles Francis

    "Frank" 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. Rosemary died before 1981. She married Unknown AINSWORTH, and they lived in San Jose, California.

    Rosemary LAWTON and Unknown AINSWORTH had the following child:

    398 i. Michael 6 AINSWORTH.

     

    283. Betty L. 5 HART (Adeline B. 4 LAWTON, Charles Francis

    "Frank" 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. She married Patrick D. RYAN and lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

    Betty L. HART and Patrick D. RYAN had the following children:

    399 i. Adele Lynne 6 RYAN married Unknown ALLIS and lives in Little Rock, Arkansas.

    400 ii. Sandra Lee RYAN married Unknown BRAILEY.

     

    284. Donna V. 5 LAWTON (Clarence Scott 4 , Henry Scott 3 , Charles Bradley 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Toledo, Lucas, Ohio 7 DEC 1920. Donna died 26 APR 2001 in San Diego Co, California, at 80 years of age.

    She married Glen L. BOHNSACK. Glen was born 13 JUN 1915.

    Glen died 10 MAY 2003 at 87 years of age.

    The San Diego Union - Tribune. San Diego, Calif.: May 1, 2001. pg. B.6

    DONNA V. BOHNSACK

    Dec. 7, 1920-April 26, 2001

    Donna V. Bohnsack, 80, of El Cajon died Thursday. She was born in Toledo, Ohio, and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Glen L. Bohnsack; daughters, Carol Bohnsack and Susan Pitman of California; sons, James and Thomas Bohnsack of California; Marion Baldwin of Michigan; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

    Services are pending.

    Donations: San Diego Hospice, 4311 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92103- 1407 or St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 5150 Wilson St., La Mesa, CA 91941.

    Arrangements: Humphrey Mortuary.A

    Donna V. LAWTON and Glen L. BOHNSACK had the following

    children:

    401 i. Carol 6 BOHNSACK.

    402 ii. Susan BOHNSACK married Unknown PITMAN.

    403 iii. James BOHNSACK.

    404 iv. Thomas BOHNSACK.

     

    Sixth Generation

    313. Rudi 6 WILLEMSEN (Eileen M. 5 LONGFELLOW, Lillian I. 4

    DOUCK, Almina "Mina" 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON,

    Henry 1 ) birth date unknown.

    She married David SCHMIDT. They lived in Coopersville in 1982

    and in Cedar Springs, Michigan in 1988.

    Rudi WILLEMSEN and David SCHMIDT had the following children:

    405 i. Eric 7 SCHMIDT.

    406 ii. Heather SCHMIDT.

     

    333. Kathy 6 TIMMERMAN (Norma Jean 5 BARTHOLOMEW, Beatrice A. 4 GLEASON, Edith J. 3 BROWN, Sarah Almira "Sally" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 ) birth date unknown. She married Dennis PONTIUS, and they live in Grandville, Michigan.

    Kathy TIMMERMAN and Dennis PONTIUS had the following children:

    407 i. Derek 7 PONTIUS.

    408 ii. Rachel PONTIUS.

    409 iii. Sarah PONTIUS.

     

    344. Sherri 6 PARKER (Lynn 5 McCLELLAN, Marjorie Marie 4 McCLAIN, Floyd Vernon 3 McCLAIN, Adeline Lenora "Addie" 2 LAWTON, Henry 1 )birth date unknown. She married James DUMAINE, and they live in Fountain, Michigan.

    Sherri PARKER and James DUMAINE had the following children:

    410. i. Amanda 7 DUMAINE.

    411. ii. Pauline DUMAINE.

    412. iii. Diamond DUMAINE.

     

    353. Donald Paul 6 SMITH (Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 L AWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 1949.

    He married twice. He married Beverly Jean LAUDE in Ludington, Mason, Michigan, 30 OCT 1967. Beverly was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 10 DEC 1950, the daughter of Francis Earl and Gladys Esther (Marrison) Laude. They divorced 30 OCT 1967 in Ludington, and she married Clyde YANCEY 16 SEP 1990. She married Jay R. FREESE 20 APR 1996. Donald married Vickie Laverne DALRYMPLE in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 23 JUN 1990. Paul graduated from Ludington High School about 1967. He and Bev met each other at church. When they married, he was attending Ferris State College, so she lived at home for first year of their marriage. He graduated from Western Michigan University about 1975, and was a chemist at UpJohn in Kalamazoo. He has been a volunteer fireman for the Cooper Township Fire Department.

     

    Donald Paul SMITH and Beverly Jean LAUDE had the following children:

    + 413 i. Michelle Lynn 7 SMITH was born 1968.

    414 ii. Michael Paul SMITH was born in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1970. Michael died 14 JUN 1992 in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan, at 21 years of age. His body was interred 18 JUN 1992 in Kalamazoo Co, Michigan, East Cooper Twp. Cemetery. Michael was shot.

    + 415 iii. Melanie Marie SMITH was born in 1975.

    416 iv. Melissa Joanne SMITH was born in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1977. She married Daynon Wade PEEBLES in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 24 JUL 1999.

    354. Janice Marie 6 SMITH (Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4

    LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in

    Ludington, Mason, Michigan 1951.

    She married Edward Anthony QUINN in Ludington, Mason,

    Michigan, 27 SEP 1969 and they live in Scottville, Michigan.

    Janice Marie SMITH and Edward Anthony QUINN had the following children:

    417 i. Brian Edward 7 QUINN was born in Ludington, Mason,

    Michigan 1971. In 1999 Brian lived in Chicago, and in 2001 in Ann Arbor.

    + 418 ii. David Paul QUINN was born 1973.

    419 iii. Eric Anthony QUINN was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 1977. He married Stephanie WISSNER in Ludington, Mason, Michigan.

    355. Beverly Helen 6 SMITH (Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest3, Lyman Pearly2, Henry1) was born in 1954.

    She married twice. She married Terrance Lee LOOMIS 10 NOV

    1973. She married Scott HOOKER after 1981. Beverly and Scott

    live in Evart, Michigan.

    Beverly Helen SMITH and Terrance Lee LOOMIS had the following children:

    + 420 i. Jacqulyn 7 LOOMIS was born 1976.

    421 ii. Karlene Yvonne LOOMIS was born 1977.

    422 iii. James "Jamie" Russel LOOMIS was born 1981.

    356. Joanne Grace 6 SMITH (Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1956.

    She married John Michael BROMLEY 24 AUG 1974. Joanne and John live in Ludington, Michigan.

    Joanne Grace SMITH and John Michael BROMLEY had the following children:

    + 423 i. Kevin 7 BROMLEY was born in 1977.

    424 ii. Kylene BROMLEY was born in 1980.

    357. Larry Goodwin 6 SMITH (Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1958.

    He married twice. He married Michelle MC CLINIC 12 MAY 1979. They divorced after 1982. He married Lynne Renee TORREY before 1990. Larry is an account representative for IBM and lives in Rockford, Kent Co, Michigan.

    Larry Goodwin SMITH had the following child (possibly a step-child?)

    425 i. Sarah Joy 7 TAYLOR was born in 1975. Sarah

    has a child born in 1995.

    Larry Goodwin SMITH and Michelle MC CLINIC had the following children:

    426 ii. Daniel Ryan SMITH was born in 1981.

    427 iii. Douglas Scott SMITH was born in 1982.

    Larry Goodwin SMITH and Lynne Renee TORREY had the following child:

    428 iv. Tori Lynne SMITH was born in 1990.

     

    363. Royce Lynn 6 NYE, Jr. (Royce Lynn 5 , Evelyn Belle 4

    LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1957.

    He married twice. He married Julie COUCH 19 AUG 1977. They divorced in 1983, and he married Kimberly POPPINGA 21 APR 1984.

    Royce Lynn NYE, Jr. and Julie COUCH had the following child:

    429 i. Sara Lynn 7 NYE was born in 1980. She married

    Scott Edward HOWES 28 JUL 2001.

    Royce Lynn NYE, Jr. and Kimberly POPPINGA had the following

    children:

    430 ii. Scott Lynn NYE was born in 1986.

    431 iii. Christopher James NYE was born in 1987.

     

    364. Laura Joan 6 NYE (Royce Lynn 5 , Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON,

    Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1959.

    She married twice. She married Robert WILLIAMS 30 JUN

    1979. They divorced in 1982. She married Daniel PITTS 1 DEC 1990.

    Laura Joan NYE and Daniel PITTS had the following children:

    432 i. Daniell Stephanie Rose 7 PITTS was born in 1995.

    433 ii. Laura Brittany Lavonne PITTS was born in 1995.

    367. Vickie Jean 6 NYE (Terry Monto 5 , Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1964. She married Ron MILLER.

    Vickie Jean NYE and Ron MILLER had the following children:

    434 i. Libby 7 MILLER.

    435 ii. Allie MILLER.

    368. Susan Marie 6 NYE (Terry Monto 5 , Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1967. She married Kelly MILLER 21 OCT 1989.

    Susan Marie NYE and Kelly MILLER had the following children:

    436 i. Mollie Marie 7 MILLER.

    437 ii. Jessie MILLER.

    373. Amy Renee 6 NYE (Ronald Gene 5 , Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1967. She married Robert SHELLY 3 JUN 1989.

    Amy Renee NYE and Robert SHELLY had the following children:

    438 i. Jacob Powell 7 SHELLY was born in 1993.

    439 ii. Caleb Jenkins SHELLY was born in 1998.

    374. Eric Gene 6 NYE (Ronald Gene 5 , Evelyn Belle 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1971. He married Lisa Ann SULLIVAN 1 AUG 1992.

    Eric Gene NYE and Lisa Ann SULLIVAN had the following children:

    440 i. Brenna Grace 7 NYE was born in 1994.

    441 ii. Landon Cross NYE was born in 1996.

    442 iii. Alyssa Faith NYE was born in 1999.

    385. Rachel Dawn 6 LARR (Dale E. 5 , Ernest Allen 4 , Ethel May 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan 11 MAY 1976. Rachel died 17 JAN 2002 in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw, Michigan, at 25 years of age. Her body was interred 2002 in Scottville, Mason, Michigan, Tallman Cemetery.

    Posted: 1-21-2002

    Died Jan. 17, 2002

    Rachel Dawn Larr

    Rachel Dawn Larr, age 25, of Scottville, formerly of Free Soil, passed away Friday, Jan. 17 at University Hospital in Ann Arbor.

    Rachel was born on May 11, 1976, in Ludington to Dale and Sandra (Holden) Larr, graduated from Free Soil High School in 1994 and attended Baker College in Owosso, where she studied accounting.

    Rachel had worked in the offices of the Free Soil School District, Dow Chemical, AmpTech and the EZ Mart in Free Soil, and enjoyed dancing and being with her friends.

    She loved caring for her two children, Jeremiah David and Makenna Madison, as well as caring for her friends’ children whenever they needed. She will be greatly missed.

    Rachel was preceded in death by her grandfathers Ernest Larr and Harold Holden. In addition to her children, she will be lovingly remembered by her parents, Sandy Larr of Free Soil and Dale (Barbara) Larr of Scottville; her sisters, Tanya (Brian) Lindeman of Manistee, Tracy (Scott) Bentz of Lansing, and Alesha Larr of Ludington; her brothers, Travis (fiancee Tawnya) Thurow of Denver, Colo., and Johnathon (Jessica) Larr of Free Soil; her nieces, Alexandra, Elizabeth and Jess; her nephews, Riley, Kyle and Daland; her grandmothers, Shirley Holden of Branch, Geraldine Larr of Custer and Mary Hathaway of Ludington; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

    Funeral services will be held for Rachel 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23 at the Stephens Funeral Chapel in Scottville with the Rev. Norman Letsinger of the Bachelor Evangelical Covenant Church officiating. Burial will take place at Tallman Cemetery in the spring. Friends may meet with her family Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Stephens Funeral Chapel in Scottville.

    Those desiring may make memorial contributions for the care of Rachel’s children.

    Rachel Dawn LARR had the following children:

    443 i. Jeremiah David 7 LARR.

    444 ii. Makenna Madison LARR.

    388. Holli Hanna 6 HUFF (Beth Lee 5 THOMPSON, Virl E. 4 , Maud Pearl 3 LAWTON, Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) birth date unknown.

    She married Unknown CLEM, and they lived in Nashville, Tennessee.

    Holli Hanna HUFF and Unknown CLEM had the following children:

    445 i. Jordyn Hanna 7 CLEM.

    446 ii. Hunter Scott CLEM.

     

    Seventh Generation

    413. Michelle Lynn 7 SMITH (Donald Paul 6 , Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry1) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan in 1968.

    She married Dennis Bowen CASKEY, son of Norman Duane and Betty Louise (Bergy) Caskey, in Ada, Kent, Michigan, 17 OCT 1998.

    Michelle Lynn SMITH and Dennis Bowen CASKEY had the following child:

    447 i. Benjamin Norman 8 CASKEY was born Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan in 2000.

    415. Melanie Marie 7 SMITH (Donald Paul 6 , Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1975.

    She married Timothy Wayne RANKIN in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo,

    Michigan, 27 SEP 1997.

    Melanie Marie SMITH and Timothy Wayne RANKIN had the following child:

    448 i. Carson Michael 8 RANKIN was born in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, Michigan in 2000.

    418. David Paul 7 QUINN (Janice Marie 6 SMITH, Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan in 1973.

    He married Kristin DELANEY in Ludington, Mason, Michigan.

    David and Kristen live in Scottville, Michigan.

    David Paul QUINN and Kristin DELANEY had the following children:

    449 i. Joshua Edward 8 QUINN was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan in 1996.

    450 ii. Matthew Thomas QUINN was born in Ludington, Mason, Michigan in 1999.

    420. Jacquelyn 7 LOOMIS (Beverly Helen 6 SMITH, Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry 1 ) was born in 1976.

    She married Gordon FITZPATRICK. Jacquelyn and Gordon live in Sears, Michigan.

    Jacqulyn LOOMIS and Gordon FITZPATRICK had the following child:

    451 i. Dustin 8 FITZPATRICK.

    423. Kevin 7 BROMLEY (Joanne Grace 6 SMITH, Marilyn Grace 5 SHUE, Leah Helen 4 LAWTON, Stowell Ernest 3 , Lyman Pearly 2 , Henry1) was born in 1977.

    He married Harmony. Kevin and Harmony live in Mason, Michigan.

    Kevin BROMLEY and Harmony had the following children:

    452 i. Hunter 8 BROMLEY was born in 1998.

    453 ii. Tyler BROMLEY.
     

     

     

    Created: 20 June 2006