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A-J: Butler Co OH - Query and Surname Postings
Through Feb 15 1999

ADDIS. From: - nick@berryman.com (Jan 16, 1999)
ADDIS (Mrs. Susan, d 1874) lived & buried Oxford, OH. 5 children and foster child Adaline.
ADDISON (Archibald & Mary (MEADER)) Reily twp. 1820 - 1868. From: - Joan Addison (Oct 27, 1998)
AKERS (WILLIAM ANNA SAMMONS). From: - Wilma Miller (Jan 15, 1999)
William Akers lived in Butler Co. OH in 1834. Married Anna Anna Sammons in 1834 in IN. Removed to IL in 1836. Would like to find any records I can on William and Anna.
ALBACH (James ALBACH, Sophia BURLINGAME) Oxford , 1850. From: - Eleanor Pelcyger (Feb 11, 1999)
I would like to have confimation of the Albach family in Oxford, Ohio in the 1850's, particularly Sarah Albach, the daughter of the above mentioned James and Sophia. She married Calvin Whitfield Courtright, a student at Miami U, in 1861. Also searching for their first born, Mary Estella Courtright, 9/15/1862.
ARMSTRONG (James & Margaret), 1820. From: - Bob (Dec 4, 1998)
This family moved to Decatur Co IN in the spring of 1821 and settled near Westport IN. Their children are buried in Boicort Cemetery (Decatur Co, IN). I need to know family history of James and Margaret Armstrong, where they lived in Butler Co.
ARROWOOD (James, Pearl LAWSON), Middletown 1920'S - 1995. From: - James D. Carpenter (Oct 22, 1998)
Need info on James Garfield ARROWOOD, 1906-1995. Born in Canoe, KY Breathitt Co. Parents or siblings. Also, need parents and birthplace for Pearl Jane ARROWOOD; wife, maiden name LAWSON, I think. - James Carpenter
AYERS (Michael and Abigail WILLIAMS, 2nd Damarius CREGAR) before 1803 to middle 1800's. From: - Suzanna Wells (Nov 17, 1998)
Michael AYERS b abt 1776 Sussex Co, NJ mar 1803 Butler Co, OH, Abigail WILLIAMS 2nd 1838 Damarius CREGAR CH: Abigail mar 1831 William HOLCOMB; Samuel W. mar. Mary COX. Trying to trace the family.
BAIN (Robert and Ruth ?), Hamilton. From: - Jim Bain (Jan 11, 1999)
Am looking for info on a Robert Bain brother of Frances "Bill" Bain.Robert's parents were George and Blanche Bain. The family also lived in Columbus and McConnelsville, Ohio.
BANKER, BANKERT, BANCKERT, etc.) (Joseph, wife 1: Mary (Polly) LAMB - wife 2: Elizabeth MILLS) Madison Township, Butler County, Ohio. From: - Shirley Bryan (Dec 8, 1998)
Willing to share any Banker information that I have
BENNETT (John Bennett and Elizabeth McCULLEN). From: - Dorcas Beaver (Feb 4, 1999)
John Bennett and Elizabeth had 7 children married in Butler County, O. Also Elizabeth died ca1825 in Butler County, O. Children married: David Bennett & Eleanor Barnes - Nancy Bennett & Henry Brandenburg - Landon Bennett & Elizabeth Grant - John Bennnett & Sarah Barnes - Elizabeth Bennett & Joseph Bridge - Lydia Bennett & John Partlow - Sophia Bennett & John Ashcroft and Phoebe Bennett & Lewis Burke. Anyone have information on these families? Dorcas Beaver
BENTLEY (Joseph and Mary ann PRESTON) College Corner. From: - Randy Klemme (Nov 19, 1998)
Looking for anyone with a connection to the BENTLEY or PRESTON families.
BERREY (Thomas) Died circe 1932. From: - Jim Manweiler (Jan 11, 1999)
Would appreciate any info you have.
BLAIR (Thomas, Margaret LYTLE). From: - Susan Tillman (Jan 21, 1999)
Would like to correspond with descendants of Thomas and Margaret Lytle Blair. They had children: Rebecca M. 22 NOV 1813; William Henry 14 FEB 1818, James 3 JUNE 1820, Robert L. 1818; Joseph A. and Thomas Jr.

BOGGS (Thomas, Sarah WILLIS) arrived 1803 in Liberty twp. Butler co. From: - LEW BOGGS (Dec 29, 1998)

children.
James     BN   11-21-1792
Elizabeth BN   07-7-1794
Robert    BN   12-20-1796
Elicum    BN   03-21-1800
John      BN   10-14-1802
William   BN   12-8-1804  OH
Thomas    BN   03-9-1807  OH
David     BN    1809      OH
Solomon   BN   09-9-1811  OH
Joseph    BN   12-21-1813 OH

Joseph mar Nancy LINN bn 1817 Ky
Elizabeth mar Dr. Hezekia LOREE  1-17-1821.

Searching for info on parents of Thomas & Sarah.

BOSTICK (James, Cardeen) Washington Township 1820. From: - Cecelia Bostwick (Jan 25, 1999)
Looking for info on Mother (Cardeen) of Major Bostick
BOWERMASTER (Frank, Viola HARRIS). From: - Carol Boosinger (Jan 5, 1999)
Any info. on any family with this last name.
BUBP (John and Elizabeth (Maiden unknown)) Lived in Hamilton by 1827. From: - Tina Hursh (Nov 12, 1998)
John BUBP/BUPP and his first wife, Elizabeth, moved from PA to Hamilton, Butler Co by the birth of their son, Michael, in July of 1827. By 1840 John was remarried to Elizabeth TOBIAS and lived in Auglaize Co. Did his first wife die while they lived in Hamilton? Was his second wife from Hamilton? John had 10 children with his first wife, but only three are known: Michael b. 1827, Julia (SWIGART), and Anna(Hoppler) b. 1814. How many other children besides Michael were born in Hamilton? Where in Pa are the Bubp's from? Any help on this family will be greatly appreciated. This family is very elusive.
BUFFINGTON (Jeremiah, Stella COOPER), Ross twp, mid 1800s. From: - Joan (Dec 20, 1998)
Need to find the children of this family and if there were other marriages. They had a daughter Mary Hannah b. Oct 27, 1795 ct. Can anyone in Ross twp help? Mary Hannah? Jeremiah? James Joseph? Derias? Richard?
BURNETTE (Hubert, Irene Florence FIESTER GRAHAM), Middletown. From: - J. T. Burnette (Jan 19, 1999)
Searching for the Hubert Burnette family. Hubert was born 13 October 1908, Knoxville, Tennessee. Sons: Robert Baxter and Larry Walker. The family lived in Middletown, Ohio. Any information appreciated.
BURROUGHS (Stephen G., Catherine H. SLACK) Fairfield 1819. From: - Sheila Hardy (Oct 18, 1998)
Searching for date and proof of birth for Stephen G. Burroughs b. 20 Feb 1817 or 1819 in Fairfield, Butler County, OH.
BUTLER (Sidney). From: - Donovan W. Butler (Feb 5, 1999)
BYRD. From: - Michael Byrd (Dec 29, 1998)
CARR (Thomas; Ann GATES) Oxford area, c. 1805-to Ann' death 1860. From: - Phyllis Carr Wise (Oct 30, 1998)
Children of Thomas & Ann: Jacob m. Hannah Wickard; James m. Catharine Tice; Mary m. John Wilkinson; Jane m. Jeremy Mansuer; John c. Ruth Beal/Bell; Thomas m. Eliz "Betsy" Craig; William m. Jane page; Enoch ?; Samuel m. Eleanor Moore; Elijah m. Annie Busenbark/ Josiah/Joshua?. Will be glad to exchange any information. My direct descendant is John who moved to Ind. then Iowa. Thomas d. 1838 & is buried at Oxford cemetery. He was in Rev. War; originally from Ireland. For a time was also in VA, TN, & KY, before moving to Butler Co., Ohio c. 1805.
COMBS (Edward "Carl" and Lillian RODGERS) Middletown. From: - Marti Combs (Jan 23, 1999)
Looking for relatives of Edward Carl and Lillian. Edward Carl's father was Joseph Elmer Combs married to Rose Etta Shierer and they lived in Middletown. Siblings to Edward Carl were Harry, Francis Clyde, Joseph Leslie, Earl, Charles, Phillip, Elizabeth and Nora.
CONRAD (James, Sarah IGO) 214 McKinley St., Middletown. From: - Rebecca Kindred Cox (Feb 10, 1999)
James Abraham CONRAD, dob: 3/9/1891 employed at Armco Steel Corp., 50 years. Had 7 brothers work for the same co. Moved to Middletown prior to 1918 (around that time). Married Sarah IGO, 1918. Children: Betty, James, and Nancy. Died November 15, 1969. I am the granddaughter - Rebecca Ann KINDRED, born to Nancy A. CONRAD and Ralph S KINDRED 3/4/53 graduated from Middletown High, 1972
COOLEY (Henry, Mary unknown), Pisgah. From: - Bobbie Reihsen (Dec 10, 1998)
Please help us find Henry and Mary COOLEY, buried at the Pisgah Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Butler Co. Henry died Aug 25, 1813 and was buried there at that time. Mary outlived him for a few more years. Do not know her date of death. Thanks for help. Bobbie
COPP (Glenn, Goldie (maiden name unk)), Dayton circa 1890's. From: - Richard W. Copp (Jan 18, 1999)
I have just begun this project and would like to get some data if possible. Glenn had a son Glenn. Beyond this fact things get hazy as far as family history goes. Thanks, Richard (Rick) Copp
CRAWFORD (Mary Ann). From: - Penny (Sharp) Stanley (Feb 4, 1999)
Mary Ann CRAWFORD, b. 24 Oct 1826, in Butler Co., according to family records. Married 1846 in Union County, IN, George W. JOHN. 9 known children; my great-grandmother was their daughter Orrel Mary, who md. Finley L. SHARP.
CROOKS (James and Nancy Blue) Reily 1803-1823. From: - CJ Houk (Dec 8, 1998)
James and Nancy moved back to Ohio sometime in 1803 and resided in Butler Co. before moving to Parke Co., IN in 1823. Their children were 1.Jacob (born in Kentucky),2. Mary b. Jan 12 1788 (born in Kentucky,3. James B. b Dec 11, 1791 (born in Kentucky), 4.Abraham b 1802 5. William B. b 1803 (Born in Butler Co. Ohio), 6. Thomas J b. Mar 5, 1804 (Born in Butler Co., Ohio), 7. Hamilton B. Dec 15 1808 (Born in Butler Co., Ohio), 8, Elizabeth b. 1809 (Born in Ohio) Children from the first marriage were Nancy, Margaret, Sally b. 1772(born in Ohio), Samuel b. Nov 8 1775. James and Nancy moved their family to Parke Co. In in 1823. I appreciate any information regarding the Crooks-Blue family line. Thankyou CJ Houk.
CULBY (Henry and Mary) Madison Township, Trenton. From: - Larry J Culby (Oct 25, 1998)
CULBY, Henry,Mary,son John, and daughter lived on the N W side of Trenton in the 1820s and 1830s. CULBY, COLBY, COLBE, spellings are frequent. They later moved north to Fryburg in the 1840 s. We have much to share.
DAVIS (Meshack, Ann LEWIS) Section 8, Morgan Twp. on Dry Fork Creek. From 1814. From: - George L. Davis (Oct 24, 1998)
I descend from Meshack thru James L., thru Jehu Jay, thru Oliver Perry, thru Harold S. my father--------I went to school in Okeana and lived on the O P Davis farm.
DILL (Solomon - Elisabeth Jane FOWLER) Oxford 1835-1855. From: - Sondra Peterson (Nov 23, 1998)
I am searching for DR. Solomon A. DILL m. to Elisabeth Jane FOWLER in Oxford OH. had 1 child there Mary Augusta DILL b. 1855 family moved to IA in 1858 any info would be appreciated. Solomon was b. in Muskinham Co I think. searching for parents and siblings of both.
DOTY (Richard Ella RHODES) Venice abt. 1890. From: - Karla Held (Jan 4, 1999)
I am just beginning to search this line. I am looking for any inof on the Doty family. Richard DOTY born 14 Sept 1876, died 19 July 1946, he married Ella RHODES, she was born abbt. 1880, in Greenupsburg, Ky.
DRAKE (William S. Drake and Rebecca Barnes) Paid poll tax in 1838 in Hamilton, Ohio. From: - Dorcas Beaver (Feb 4, 1999)
William S. Drake married Rebecca Barnes (Carter) on 28 August 1834 in Butler Co., Ohio. They had: David b. 1834, Stephen b. 1836, Preston, Joel, Sarah and Alfred b. 1843. I would appreciate any information about this family - especially the parents of William S. Drake. Thanks. Dorcas Beaver
ECKERT (Jacob, Elizabeth BARNHARDT), Miltonville. From: - Jlove2@compuserve.com (Dec 20, 1998)
FARQUAR, FARQUEAR (Henry, Nancy FLORA) 1850+ From: - Cheryl Herrera (Dec 9, 1998)
Both spellings Farquear and Farquar were used by family
FIELDS (Eugene and Hannah D. Fields) . From: - Merry Kelly (Oct 20, 1998)
I am searching for Hannah Fields who I believe may have come to Butler Co around 1850 from Ireland. I believe she traveled there with her daughter Ellen D. Fields. In a 1850 Census it shows her as the head of the household, so I am assuming she did not come with her husband Eugene. If you have any information re: Hannah \ or Ellen Fields please respond Thank you in advance for your help.
FILIPOWITZ (Nicholas & Catherine KORINSKA) Lived in Adena,Ohio about 1890-1940. From: - Ralph C. Schwartz (Nov 27, 1998)
They operated a small grocery in their home. They had six children, Catherine,Rose,Dorothy,Mary,Theodore and Frank.
FISHER (Robert, Harriet ENOCH POOL). From: - Sandy Alexander (Jan 14, 1999)
Need and information on either of these. They were married 18 Feb 1838 in Butler Co. Her parents were Abner ENOCH and Elizabeth PIPER. She was married to Benjamin POOL before Robert Fisher. I have nothing on Robert Fisher. My gg-grandfather, Frances Madison Fisher was their son, born, born Nov 1850,Middletown, Butler, Ohio.
FLORA (James, Parmelia WYNN) 1820+ From: - Cheryl Herrera (Dec 9, 1998)
FOWLER (Steven, Frances Ann HARMON), Eldorado. From: - Dee Rhodes (Jan 16, 1999)
Steven was born in April 4, 1824 in Indiana
FOX (Michael, Elizabeth HAMPTON), Oxford. From: - Jennie Riggs (Dec 25, 1998)
Looking for any information on a Michael FOX, married to Elizabeth HAMPTON of VA. Son's DOB: Jan. 28,1859 in OXFORD. - Jennie, ponybet@aol.com
FREMGEN. From: - Raymond E. Brogan (Nov 11, 1998)
Looking for information on Michael FREMGEN, died Butler County, Ohio.
FRIEND (John, Margaret Opal SNOW) Venice-Maude 1920's. From: - joyce pinson (Feb 12, 1999)
Seeking info on John FRIEND and Margaret Opal SNOW. One child of this union, William Sherman FRIEND. Associated surnames with SNOW, DONOVAN, WATERS, WHIPS, JORDAN, SHAWHAN, etc. Associated names of FRIEND, COSTIGAN, and SEEVERS. John had one confirmed sister, Nola SEEVERS, a nurse. Ann FRIEND who married Charles SWOPE COSTIGAN a cousin or sister. -Joyce
FRYE (Margaret Jane FRYE MEADOWS) b. 1825 in Butler CO. From: - DeAnna Tudorancea (Nov 15, 1998)
FULLER (David). From: - Pam (Jan 19, 1999)
David Fuller b. 1802 lived in Butler Co, Ohio when his son Carey E. Fuller was born in 1842. I am looking for information regarding this family.
FUNK (Carl, and Pearl WALLEN) Late 1800 to 1950. From: - Paula Wright (Jan 15, 1999)
Looking for information on the Funk family and Wallen family
GAGLE (Carl, Rozella KNISS) 1960s. From: - Maryann Carril (Feb 4, 1999)
I am looking for any decendants of Carl GAGLE and Rozella KNISS GAGLE. Rozella was born in IL. on Apr.20,1881. She married Carl GAGLE and later moved to Hamilton, Butler Co. Ohio. Rozella died in Butler Co on Mar.15,1966. Rozella's parents were John M. KNISS and Laura KNISS. They both died in 1901 and are buried in Effingham,IL. I am also looking for any info on Rozella's brothers, Frank, Paul, and Noble KNISS. My great-grandmother was Elsa KNISS, who was Rozella's half-sister. Thank you, Maryann Carril
GALLOP (Fredrick, Isabella). From: - CARL AGALLOP (Feb 7, 1999)
GALLOWAY. From: - Arleta Galloway (Jan 28, 1999)
GLIDEWELL. From: - Mary Glidewell Lawrence (Jan 31, 1999)
I recently learned that there were Glidewells in Butler County in the 1800s. I would like to know more about them.
GOUDY (William), 1812 Taxpayer. From: - Betty Goudy Cronin (Jan 13, 1999)
William GOUDY was in the 1812 tax list for Butler Co. Is anyone researching this family? Is he from PA?
GRIFFITH (Isaac, Miranda GRIFFITH) Miranda was born in May 5, 1811 and died on March 10, 1876. From: - Billy Dean Cook (Nov 23, 1998)
I am looking for more information about Miaranda Griffith. I do not know how long she and her husband stayed in Butler County, OH. They later moved to Tipton Co., IN.
GROVES (Beniah, Kate ROCKHOLD), Liberty Township, 1867. From: - Ben Grove (Dec 1, 1998)
I am looking for info for my G grandfather, on his marriage license( Butler Co. 19 Oct.,1867) his name is shown as BENIAH T. GROVES, when his first son, Bruce, was born he had changed his name to BENNIE GROVE. If I could get someone to check the 1880 census for Butler Co. for GROVES and ROCKHOLD I will appreciate it. Thanks Ben Grove 100 Battery Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 benlgrove@compuserve.com
GUTTERIDGE (James ) b. about 1838. From: - Lisa Mann (Feb 4, 1999)
I'm trying to trace a James Guttridge (possibly spelled Goodrich) who was said to be born in Butler, OH about 1838. He married an Eliza Cassy Ann Wright from VA. Does anyone have any clues for me?
HALE (Levi J. & Hetty CASSELDINE) Married in Butler Co.26 Nov 1848. From: - DAD1037@aol.com or Darline Duncan (Nov 21, 1998)
Hetty CASSELDINE married Levi J. HALE 23 Nov 1878 in Butler Co. I think she was a widow of John Casseldine. If not his widow then his daughter. I need to contact anyone researching either family to share info. Roberta WHITACRE had a query in for HALE but her Aol address is no longer good. Contact me..Darline Duncan
HAMMEL, Hamilton, 1865 to present. From: - Walter L. Pfeffer, II (Nov 10, 1998)
HAUCK (William Amos, Addie BOOP). From: - arlene woods (Jan 8, 1999)
i would like to know the names of his parents and any info. on them. william aug.18,1879-aug 1968. his ssn 276-01-5676. in 1905 they lived in newark ohio, have been in butler co. & hamiton co. also
HELVEY (Joseph and Barbara RUFFING). From: - Becky Hilbert (Nov 29, 1998)
Seeking information about the children of Joseph and Barbara HELVEY: David born circa 1861; William born 1864 and died 1911 in Hamilton; and Charles born circa 1865.
HILBERT (Benjamin and Mary Barbara RUFFING) Hamilton, Ohio, 1884 until their deaths. From: - Rebecca Hilbert (Nov 4, 1998)
I have much information about the Hilbert family that I am willing to share.
HOPPLE (George) 1830. From: - June Smith (Dec 5, 1998)
Who were John and George HOPPLE of the 1830 Butler County census? Is this the George HOPPLE who went to Allen Co, Indiana? Do they relate to the HOPPLES of Hamilton Co, Ohio?
HORNER (John Hugh ). From: - David Tonnessen (Feb 9, 1999)
Looking for information on John Hugh Horner. His obituary says "John Hugh Horner was the only son and youngest child of a family of nine children. He was born June 9, 1830, in Butler county, Ohio, in which state he spent his boyhood days. In his youth he came to Kinderhook, Pike county, Ill., and made his home with a favorite sister. August 28, 1856, he was married to Mary H. Kenady, to whom were born four children; the first born being a son, July 28 1857." If anyone has any information that may lead me to John's parents & sisters I would greatly appreciate it.
HOWE (Ebenezer and Sarah SEARS) lived near Oxford, Ohio 18? to 1830 when Ebenezer died. From: - Jim Hill (Jan 21, 1999)
Would like to know who Sarah Sears father was. Would also like to know who Ebenezer Howe's parents are. Sarah's father is said to have lived to be over 100 and was located in Hamilton Co. Ebenezer died in 1830 and Sarah in 1865 they were married in New York April 9, 1793 and moved with Sarahs father to Ohio. Ebenezer was a Revolutionary War veteran. Anyone with further information please contact me. Ebenezer was from Mass.
HUEY (Joseph, Rebecca WILLEY) Ross, township. From: - Jean Fancy (Jan 10, 1999)
I have a very little about this family, going back. I do have quite abit from 1800 on.
HUFFMAN (John B and Amanda Hoffman). From: - William C. Luth (Dec 3, 1998)
Seeking information on John B Huffman, his ancestors and siblings. He was born in Butler Co, OH 3/15/1824. His father was reportedly James Hoffman, b in Germany. We have no information on John's mother or anything else on his father or siblings. He left Butler Co and was married to Amanda Hoffman in Springfield IL in 1950. Thanks for any assistance. ....bill....
IRWIN/IRVIN (Joseph & Catherine), 1843. From: - Diana Igo (Nov 28, 1998)
Joseph IRWIN/IRVIN b. 8-21-1807 PA m. Catherine b 12-18-1814 They moved to OH in 1836 and had 2 chidren b. in OHIO; Rebecca Jane b. 1836 and Samuel b. 1843 Butler Co.,OH (according to his Civil War application). The family moved to Henry Co., IN by 1846 where 3 more ch. were b. : Geo Wash. b.5-27-1846, Catherine b. apr1850, Joseph, Jr. b. 5-10-1853. Samuel IRWIN/IRVIN enlisted in the Civil War while the family was living in Henry Co., IN. He was captured and taken to Andersonville Prison in GA, and died upon release in Fla.. Any researchers? Anyone know Joseph or Catherine's parents?
MCHENRY (Van,Catherine ?), Morgan Township. From: - Nancy Staley (Jan 10, 1999)
Looking for parents of Van McHenry and his wife, Catherine. Van McHenry's will was probated in Hamilton County, Ohio in 1839. Believe he practiced medicine in Morgan Township, Butler County. He had a brother, Enoch McHenry, living in Morgan Twp on 1840 federal census.

A-J: Butler Co OH - Query and Surname Postings Through Feb 15 1999

A-J: Butler Co OH - Query and Surname Postings
Through Feb 15 1999