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Lori 24 Jan 2009
I am searching for an obituary for Patrick M. Caufield that appeared in "The Daily News" of Longview on 18 Sep 2007. Thank you very much!
Cally Cooper 29 Jun 2007
I am looking for Anna Wirkkala Hakilla. She was born Jan 4, 1877 in Kaustinen, Vaasa, Finland. She married Abel Hakilla in Astoria, Clatsop, Oregon September 11, 1939. They moved to Rock Springs, Sweetwater, Wyoming. Abel died at Rock Springs. I was told Anna might have moved to Longview and died May 8, 1954? If you have any information of her death and surviving children I would appreciate it.
Tracey R. Carter Dunlap 31 Mar 2007
I have complete information back to the 1700's on the anscestors of Marion Allen Carter B: 29 Feb 1924 in Castle Rock, Cowlitz Co., WA., D: 15 Jul 2000 in Seattle, King Co., WA. He was married to Beatrice Adams on 9 Aug 1943 in Kelso, Cowlitz Co., WA., and she was born on 15 Mar 1925 in Call Junction, Jasper Co., TX., D: 2 May 1999 in Longview, Cowlitz Co., WA. Marion was the son of William Benjamin Carter & Elizabeth Euceba Hiles. Beatrice was the daughter of Pearlie Mae Monk and Rudolph William Adams, Sr.
Looking for more information on anscestors and decendents of Harry Hewlet Curtis B: 5 Jul 1888 in Harmon, IL., D: 7 Dec 1970 in Kelso, Cowlitz Co., WA. He was married to Brunetta "Nettie" Laura Hiles on 13 Sep 1921 in Castle Rock, Cowlitz Co., WA. She was born 31 Mar 1905 in Moro, Sherman Co., OR., and D: 2 Mar 1986 in Longview, Cowlitz Co., WA. They had 10 children: Everett, Frank, Lena, Vera, Carl, Francis, Ester, Arnold, Stanley, and Virginia.
Also need more information on the anscestors and decendents of Joseph Stewart Hiles B: 13 Apr 1858 in Akron, Brown Co., OH., D: 7 May 1946 in Kelso, Cowlitz Co., WA. He was married to Brunetta Euceba Howard on 23 Mar 1892 in Jacksonville, Jackson Co., OR. She was born 05 Jan 1875 in Medford, Jackson Co., OR., and D: 1 Jan 1956 in Kelso, Cowlitz Co., WA. They had 8 children: Elizabeth, Joseph, Hazel, William, Elias, Brunetta, Phearl, and Marion.
Also need information on the anscestors and decendents of James E. Hoover B: 29 Mar 1875 in Le Mars, Plymouth Co., IA., D: 7 Jun 1938 in Castle Rock, Cowlitz Co., WA. He was married to Mary E. Mann on 1 Mar 1897 in Merrill, Plymouth Co., IA. She was B: 9 Mar 1881 in Plymouth Co., IA., and D: 19 Jan 1916 in Castle Rock, Cowlitz Co., WA. They had 5 children that I know of: Ray, Minnie, Pearl, Albert, and Phoebe.
Donna Larson 25 Jun 2006
My grandfather, Samuel Bradford Jones, lived in Castle Rock, Cowlitz county from about 1942 until his death in 1956. I am looking for information on his marriage to Rose E. (Rogers) Jones {his step-mother} about 1929 and to Carrie Lynne Titus, date unknown. Thanks for any help.
Chuck Wallace 25 Jun 2006
I am a descendent of WAL McCorkle. I am looking for more information regarding to whom I might be related to in Cowlitz County.
Connie Roseman 13 Mar 2006
James D. Grose lived in Kelso, I believe prior to 1923, with his dad James Grose and mom, several sisters Eva Grose, Bertha Grose are a couple of them. Hazel I. Ellingson lived in Kelso/Longview on "Oklahoma Hill" with her parents Ernest and Selma Ellingson. She had brothers Sandy (Sander) Ellingson, Roy Ellingson and Elmer Ellingson. Is it possible to track when they might of arrived in this area via school records or something?
Bertha Tucker Jones 31 Jul 2005
I'm seeking any information on Arrington families that lived in the Longview and Castle Rock area of Cowlitz County Washington. Most were orginally from North Carolina area. Any help would be appreciated. This is my husband's family line. Some are supposed to be buried in Castle Rock Cemetery in Cowlitz County. Thanks.
Tara 6 May 2005
I am looking for pictures of Cowlitz indians. I'd really like to know if anyone has information on Mary Cloquet-Goulter?? or her parents, etc. Please email me, thanks!
Ila Chastain 30 Apr 2005
If anyone knows Ronald Bishop who placed a query in 2004 about his father Glen Bishop. I don't have the information he asked for and would like him to know my husband is related to your great-grandmother.
Janette Ross 16 Feb 2005
I am looking for any and all information on the family of Frank and Nettie (Minnie) HOPKINS. Mr Hopkins was a member of the South Dakota state senate from 1889-1890. He represented the 36th district. Mrs Hopkins is the daughter of Almer and Emily Jacobs. Mr. Jacobs died in Kelso at the home of his sister Mrs. Marietta Fletcher. His obit says that his interment was in Kelso. I would like to have the obits of the Hopkins and am willing to exchange lookups in South Dakota which is where i am at, Deadwood.
Denise Wagner 11 Nov 2004
Does anyone know which tree is the oldest living tree in Longview city limits? Did the city document tree plantings? Does anyone have information on when the fir tree at the corner of 19th and Beech St. was planted? Photos would be great too. I would also love any history of previous tenants or old photos of the tri-plex I am restoring on the corner of 18th and Beech St. Thank you much.
Steve Noetzel 5 Nov 2004
Panzram surname - Albert, Charles Dean, Bessie and others. Found in the 1930 Federal Census. Are there any living relatives listed in the area?
Shelly Wood 12 Sep 2004
I am looking for any information about the surname Eheal. Charles Eheal had eight daughters. I have no information about a birthdate or place of birth. My father says possibly born in Wisconson. He had daughters born in Cowlitz County by the names of Shirley Rae, Dorothy and Mabel. Thank you.
John LeGarde Laramie 23 Apr 2004
I am looking for additional information on the town of Olequa and possibly a map or photo of how the town was laid out in 1887. My great great grandfather, Joseph LeGard was some kind of territorial law official and was fatally stabbed in the saloon there while attempting to arrest two men. He died on the steps of William Pumphprey's home. This happened on August 28th,1887 and the only viable newspaper account of the event that I can find was in the Sept.2nd,1887 edition of the Lewis County Bee. The article also states that the event was covered up because the saloon proprietor was also the Justice of the Peace. Joseph LeGard is buried at St. Mary's Mission near Ethel. Are there any historians who may be able to provide any additional information about this event and tell exactly where the old saloon once stood?
Thanks.
Tammy Williams 19 Apr 2004
I am looking for some history, actually. I have a 1914 copy of the Tamahnawus - the original name, I believe, for Kelso High School. I am looking for more information regarding this. I live in Bellevue, so I am not able to make it to the Cowlitz County museum for my research. I am looking online for any information I can get. Thanks for any help or directions you can point me on for online help with this!
Marcia 25 Mar 2004
Looking for an obit on a Luther Lipscomb who was born in KY and married in SD and died 8 Feb 1990 in Kelso. Wife was Ella Maude Fitch who was born in SD.
They had three children: Clarence, Charles and Elizabeth. Main focus is to find Ella Maude Fitch to find information on her family. Thank you.
Susan Lang 21 Mar 2004
Greetings all! Currently researching my Great Grandpa, James G. Jones who resided in Kelso, Cowlitz County, Washington from appox. 1885 until his death in 1926. James G. Jones was born December 24, 1829 in New York. He married Sophronia Beers of Connecticut. Grandpa Jones was a traveler, never staying put in one place for too long. His daughters, Cynthia M. Jones and Elizabeth F. Jones were born in Illinois. In 1860, the Jones and Beers families were living in Nemeha County, Kansas. In 1870, Grandpa James and family, now with 2 other children Elzira and Calvin S. Jones were in Jasper county, Missouri. Feeling the itch again, 1880 found them in So. Pueblo, Colorado where it is presumed that his wife, Sophronia, died. Grandpa married Sophronia's sister, Mary Liberta Beers, and they are found with Calvin S. in Cowlitz County, Washington in 1885, 1887 and 1910 Auditors' Census. James G. Jones' daughter, Elizabeth (also known as Lizzie) was the widow of John Dudgeon. She remarried George Fouth. James' son, Calvin S. Jones married a woman by the name of Augusta Phoebe. In their household lived a woman by the name of Patience Glover, the widow of Civil War Veteran, Abner B. Glover. I am not sure of the relationship between Patience and the Jones family. James Jones address at the time of his death at age 96, was 703 So. 5th Street in Kelso. He also was the proprietor of a store believed to have been called "Jones Place" in Kelso where he sold a variety of candy, nuts and tobacco products.
James Jones, George and Lizzie Fouth, Abner and Patience Glover are all buried in the Cowlitz Valley cemetery. Mary Liberta Beers Jones is not listed there. There is a listing of these people in the Longview Library on pages 92, 134 and 150 but I do not have access to these.
I would invite anyone with older folks from the Kelso area who might recall the Jones store or any of these families to contact me please! Also would love to hear from the Glover, Jones and Fouth descendants who may be able to further shed light on these people who were always on the move! Thanks in advance for any assistance.
Ronald D. Bishop 26 Feb 2004
My father, Glenn Arthur Bishop, was born Nov. 11, 1916. He died Aug. 10, 2001 (last known residence was Longview, WA, according to the SSDI). I would like to know his last resting place. If there is anyone out there who knows, please let me know. Thank you.
Barbara 17 Feb 2004
I am searching for information on my great-great uncle, MARTIN RICKROAD/RICHROAD. He died in early 1934, perhaps Jan or Feb, and is buried at Stockport Cemetery (near Castle Rock). Thank you. Barbara in MO.
Janice Balero 5 Sep 2003
Looking for any relatives of the Wilson and Permelia Brewer family who lived in the Castle Rock area from 1871 to 1910. Any help would be appreciated.
Judi Bruce 24 Aug 2003
I'm looking for decendants of the Andrew Jackson Birt children-John, Annie E., William R., Seaney E., Ella M., Margaret L., and Carrie A. Andrew Jackson Birt, who is my grandmother Carrie Ellen Eaton Crampton's grandfather (her mother being Alice Birt, who married Joseph Eaton in Washington State). Any information about their children and/or spouses would be helpful. Thanks.
Emily Gann 25 Mar 2003
I am researching the high school and young adult years of my grandpa Sammy Gann. He attended Castle Rock High School where he graduated in 1953(?) He was very involved in scouting and loved hiking on Mt. St. Helens and later along the Pacific Coast. He enjoyed pigeon racing and square dancing. He also worked at Weyerhauser for many years. If anyone remembers him or has any had any experience with these activities in Castle Rock, I would appreciate any insight or information you could give me. Thank you!
Jon Miller 15 Jan 2003
William Love b. July 1861 England d. 1900-1910, poss. Oregon or Washington (USA), m. Emily Ashton/Ashtown/Ashdown abt. 1887 prob. England, b. 4 July 1866 in London, d. 7 June 1951, Portland, Oregon (USA). Family listed in 1900 US Census WA, Cowlitz Co, ED 35, Sht 8A, p. 104. Abt. 1892 William, Emily and their three children emigrated England > Canada, where their next four children were born. In 1897 they emigrated Canada > USA with their three oldest children and their four youngest children joined then in 1898. Children (3 b. England): Emily Love 1887, William Edward Love 1889, Arthur Love 1890; 4 b. Canada): Nellie (Ellen) H. Love 1993, Rose Love 1994, Florence Love (Florrie) 1997; b. Washington or Oregon (USA) Albert Love 1899, Laura Love 1901, Harry Henry Love, Love 1902.
Ellen A. Moore 15 Jan 2003
Have any marriage records for Cowlitz Co. been transcribed or found on the web? W. H. and Martha A. F (HARRIS) EDWARDS were on the 1900 Cowlitz Co. census with five daughters. By 1920 they were in Seattle--no children in the hh. Do not know where they were in 1910, but some of the girls might have married in Cowlitz Co. Thanks for any help.
Wes Morton 4 Oct 2002
Looking for birthplace of Sidney A. Morton in Washington. b. 11/1897. m. Mable (?) 20 Feb, 1919 in Umatilla County, OR. He was Postmaster in Longview in the 1950's. He died in Multnomah County, OR 20 Aug, 1965. I also am looking for infomation on his children.
Brenda Mortensen 29 Jun 2002
I am looking for Rick or Thomas Bartlett. I was last told they could be in the Longview/Castle Rock area. Their father, Thomas Bartlett is also my biological father. I and my 2 sisters are from Thomas Bartlett's second marrige to Patricia. Rick and Thomas would be my half brothers.
Trudy Spanier 5 May 2002
JENNIE LUCILLE BAXTER b. July 29, 1908 Delamar, Owyhee County, Idaho died in Kelso, Cowlitz Co, WA on Dec. 8, 1973 and is buried in Cowlitz Memorial Gardens. She was first married to WILLIAM MELVIN HOWELL Aug. 11, 1927 in Boise, Idaho. She had a son MELVIN HOWELL with this husband. About 1967 location unknown, JENNIE BAXTER HOWELL married JOHN I. CLARK and they lived in Kelso at the time of her death, with JOHN CLARK surviving. Also listed as his children are FRED, WALT, and PAUL CLARK of Kelso; and daughters LOIS CLARK PICKLE and CAROL CLARK NORTON both of Desert Center. I would like to obtain the obit. for JOHN I. CLARK probably also buried in Cowlitz Memorial Gardens. Is there anyone out there who can help me? Thanks.
Marie Sat., Oct. 27, 2001
Looking for information concerning the Forbes Family that lived in Clark & Cowlitz county. My grandfather ( I have all of his info.), was Ernest C. Forbes, he was married to Nettie (Dood) Bledsoe Forbes. Looking for his father's (James Martin Forbes) brothers and sisters, dates, names, where were they born. And who were their parents. James Martin Forbes was born 1853 in Martintown, Ontario, Canada. Who was his wife, etc. Any help will be of great importance.
Linda Nimer Tues., Aug. 1, 2001
I am looking for information on three siblings who moved to the Kelso/Longview area sometime in the 1920's-1930's. Charles, Leonard, and Alice Harvill came to the area from Eagle Valley in Oregon. Am interested in any information available. Alice married Lorenzo Albert Hurley. All three of the brothers and sisters proceeded to have large families.
Don Williams Mon., July 23, 2001
I am wondering if anyone in the area might have any information regarding the Ryderwood area. My family lived there for a couple of years right after WW II and my next youngest brother was born there. My father's name was Victor H. Williams, Mother was Dorothy. I am Don, there was a Ron and Jack was b. in 1946. We lived on a dairy farm that was owned by someone else and my father ran it for him. I remember that when you leave town headed towards the east, no freeway at that time, you went around a curve to the left and the dairy farm was on the left. There was a pond or creek on the property. Anyway, if anyone has any information on this area, or this dairy farm, please let me know. Thanks.
Jennifer Hinds Fri., July 6, 2001
I am trying to find information on Robert Lee King. Here is what I know
about him.
*Born about 1895 or 1896, probably in Nebraska or Ohio.
*24th of December 1917: married Stella Mae Jones in Pocatello, Bannock
County Idaho. (Stella Mae Jones was born in Enterprize, Carter Co, KY on
the 3rd of March 1899.)
*28th of April 1918: birth of child (June Oletta King). On child's
birth certificate Robert Lee King is listed as a mechanic.
*On the 2nd of September 1919, Stella Mae Jones divorced him in Cowlitz
Co, WA Superior Court (case No. 4247).
*1920: Robert Lee King is listed as divorced and a fireman on a steamboat
in the census. (Kelso, Cowlitz Co, WA; enum. dist 44)
Robert Lee King may have remarried and had other children.
Louise Brooks Sat., June 2, 2001
I am looking for information on Olga and Elmer Strand, Anna and Eino Paulkkinen, Hattie and Freeman Stephen. Also Eugene and Charles Laukkonen. All lived around the Longview and Kelso area in the early 1900s. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you.
Last known email address: bobalu_54@webtv.net
Hazel Murray Wed., May 30, 2001
Is there a researcher who could lookup a birth record in Woodland? The birth record is for Evelyn Mildred Beaston b. January 1910 in Woodland. Her parents were Louis M. and Florence L. Beaston. I think the family left Woodland shortly after Evelyn was born and moved to Walla Walla, WA. I am also looking for a kind person who could lookup the marriage record of Louis M. Beaston and Florence L. Barnard. They would have been married between 1907 and 1910 in Cowlitz county. One more lookup request! Could someone check the school records (elementary and Junior high) in Woodland and Ryderwood for Evelyn M. Beaston? The lookup dates would be between 1906 and 1926. There may also be records for Hazel Beaston. Thank you so much.
Star Fri., April 6, 2001
Looking for anyone with information on Lewis R. Miller, of Longview, Cowlitz
Co. Wife Maria, children Lance, Diana, Carla, Charles, ??. Worked for
Weyerhaeuser. He died in 1988 at a hospital in Seaside, Oregon.
Steve Carnahan Thurs., March 22, 2001
Robert Wayne Clark, b. April 16,1949, Portland, Oregon, mother from Cowlitz county, adopted from Washington Children's Home Society in 1950, name was changed to Carl Pete Walden. Mr. Walden is seeking information on his family from Cowlitz county, Washington. If you have any iformation on the Clark family or his birth or adoption, please contact me Thank you: Steve Carnahan, Spokane, Washington.
Last known email address: azimutho@hotmail.com
Dennis Burkholder Sat., Feb. 10, 2001
Looking for info on Fred DRIGGS, b. ca. 1885 in KS. Was in Idaho for a few years then known to have been at Castle Rock around 1920. Haven't been able to find anything about him thereafter. No knowledge of marriage. He seemed to have moved there with a cousin, Leonidas Cooper. What might have drawn them from Idaho about that time? Any information would be appreciated.
Kathy Stice Fri., Jan. 27, 2001
Seeking information on Ethel Minard Holcomb, born Dec. 1898 in Kansas and died January 1985 in Longview. Married Lawrence Holcomb approx 1919, possibly in Yakima Co. I know of one son, Lawrence, Jr., who was born in 1919. Would like to make contact with other family members, as I'm researching the family for a friend who is a descendant.
Dorothy Fri., Jan. 12, 2001
Looking for the daughter of Samuel King Hudson and Nancy who lived for a time at Oak Point in the 1850's-60's. Rachel Jane Hudson was born in AR, she married Alexander Deckard who was born in MO. Children are: Mary J. Deckard; Alice L. Deckard; Francis M. Deckard; William A. Deckard; Elbridge E Deckard; John B. Deckard. Does anyone know where Rachel and Alexander Deckard went to after they left the WA/OR Territory? Thanks for your help.
Robert McCallum Tues., Jan. 9, 2001
I am looking for info on the SCHULTZ family. Father may be Carl or Karl. Children I know of: Lucy, Freda, Albert. The farm was supposedly in south Chehalis. Lucy married a Warren Moore of Cowlitz Co. Lucy later (separated) moved to Centralia with family of 8 children. Thanks for any help.
Hazel E. Murray Thurs., Aug. 3, 2000
I am looking for any information on Elizabeth J. Beaston or her family. Elizabeth was buried in Kelso, WA in September of 1944. I am especially
interested in learning what cemetery she was buried at. I believe that
Elizabeth lived in Kelso or close by from 1913 until her death. She was
92 when she died. She was the widow of James M. Beaston a veteran of the
Civil war, serving in the 1st. Oregon Infantry. They had many children
together in their marriage and some still remain in the area. My grandfather was Louis M. Beaston born 1888. He was the son of Elizabeth and James Beaston. Any help that you can provide will be greatly appreciated.
Lisa Holte-Swartz Tue., May 23, 2000
My husband's great-grandfather is Homer Kirby - he was a Judge and there are supposedly buildings named after him in Cowlitz County. I know that he graduated in 1908 in the first Law School class at UW and that's about it. I am looking to discover any other information I can about him. His descendants are: Daughter - Betty Kirby (Died about 1928) and Son - William Kirby (d. 10-1989) (M. Dorothy Dupras (d. 12-1984)- their children Karen Ann Kirby-Holte and Janet Kirby-White).
Jim Baldwin Sun., April 2, 2000
Researching NC/SC connection to Cowlitz county. Early 1900 there was an exodus of 25-30 families from near Salem, SC that came to your area. Primarily
interested in my major families; Patterson, Galloway, Golden, Powell,Chappell, Edney. Would like to hear from my west coast cousins.
Rose Sun., March 26, 2000
Could someone lookup an obit for me? It is for DOROTHY RALSTON; she died October of 1984; last known address was in CASTLE ROCK, Cowlitz County, WA. Especially looking for the married names of her daughters, Linda and Nancy. Thanks very much for the time and effort.
Clark Vinson Fri., March 17, 2000
I am looking for any information on John Herman Vinson, died Mar 3, 1976 in Kelso, Cowlitz Co., WA. He is buried in Longview Memorial Park. He had 4 daughters, Lillian Marie, Nellie Virginia, Ellen Naomi, and Mildred Louise.
Christi Wed., March 1, 2000
Looking for any information about Elmer M. Moore raisied in Kelso WA. Born May 26, 1893 Died Dec. 5, 1985 Lived in Ariel, WA. Relative is Jimmy Marabette last name maybe spelled incorrectly.
Sandy Philpott Sat., Jan. 16, 2000
I have alot of history on the Davis's families, the Newkirks, the Birts, the Kalahan's, and most of the interments done at the Frank Abel Cemetery, Woodland, Wash. They are all from my family line. I have the 1880 and 1900 census on these families and photos. I have archive records on Nathan Davis, marraige license of Nathan Davis and Jane Branham, I have memoriums on most of the descendents of these families including theirs.
Last known email address: sandyp@internetcds.com
Joseph Carlile Wed., Jan. 5, 2000
I am looking for information on a Rickie (Dean) Allen born July 18,1957, and died shortly after, He was born in Cowlitz County, Washington. He was a twin. His brother was Mickie Allen. His mother was Dorothy Mae Robinson, or Davenport. His father was George F. Allen. Rickie was buried somewhere in Cowlitz Co. His mother Dorothy moved to Arkansas, near Siloam Springs. According to records in Benton Co., Arkansas, she married Geo. F. Allen, who was from Cowlitz Co. Any information on any of these names would be greatly appreciated. Thank You.
John McKinley Fri., Oct. 1, 1999
William B. HIDDLESON, wife Mahala, and Bessie are listed in the 1880 census for the town of Kalama. I was wondering if anyone could provide any information on this family or know where I might find information about them in that time frame.
Jesse Hack Mon., Sept. 6, 1999
My grandfather (Arthur Brunner) remembers the steamboat Toledo loading supplies in Toledo and heading South on the Cowlitz River to Kelso. I have looked for more information on this vessel and any others at the time and can't find anything. The closest is a picture in one of Toledo's grocery stores. There aren't very many people alive now that remember it. He was a young man at the time (probably in his teens). If you could find out anything please let me know. The boats ran up into the 1920's I believe.
Georgann Mantor-Jordan Mon., Sept. 6, 1999
Looking for information concerning Mabel and Ralph Mantor, who were married in Kelso in 1924 and lived in the area approx. 8-9 years. Believe they had a daughter, who perhaps died as an infant. Ralph Mantor was very involved with veterans affairs. Thanks for any help.
Karen Laulainen Plummer Sun., July 18, 1999
Laulainen - Makela - Wayrynen - Raappana: I have a 1000 names on my Family Tree Maker files from the above families who settled in Astoria Oregon and Cowlitz County, WA. I will put them on line when I figure out how. In the meantime, I would be delighted to share information with anyone interested. It's a work in progress.
Elodie Boudreaux Schindelheim Sat., April 17, 1999
Looking for others researching Lyman W. GILMORE b. 27 May 1836, Holden, Penobscot, ME, d. 20 Nov 1913, Castle Rock, Cowlitz, WA, m. 9 Jan 1867 Old Town Penobscot, ME to Sarah Agusta GRAY b. 29 Jul 1946, Old Town, Penobscot, ME, d. 18 Aug 1916 Castle Rock, Cowlitz, WA. Thanks.
Ken Osborn Sat., Feb. 20, 1999
I'm looking for any information I can find on my wife's family. The document I have is dated July 31, 1974. It is a copy of a 1920 census taken in Cowlitz county. The numbers above the Dept of Commerce address are bm-8-307-499. The names on the document are: Murphy, Laverne A., son, 4yrs 7 mos old, enumerated in the family of Ellsworth and Bernice Murphy. I have learned that the soundex for murphy is M610 and Cowlitz county was listed as EDS41-59. Any information I can get would be helpful as my wife is trying to trace her heritage. The city the document states according to the schedule was Kalama. Thank you for any help you can offer.
Jane McFarland Sun., Feb. 14, 1999
I am looking for information on Alfred Easom who died in Cowlitz Co. in April 1966. I believe his wife's name was Cora Mears but have been unable to trace any family for information. Alfred was my gr. uncle and I would like to complete his line in my research Alfred was born in Ontario around 1884 and later moved to U.S. Thank you.
Greg Mason Fri., Feb. 12, 1999
Seeking information about Leonard MASON, b 1866 in Hillsdale County, MI,
moved to Turner County SD about 1877 with his father George N. Mason.
Leonard next appears in the 1910 Wahkaikum County WA census in Altoona
Precinct with wife Minnie, sons John E., Arthur R., and Leonard N. In the
1920 census, Leonard and wife Minnie are listed in Kelso, Cowlitz County
WA. No further information is available about their sons, and none of them
appear in the 1920 Washington census index. Leonard and Minnie died in the
1930's and are buried in Fern Hill Cemetery, Wahkiakum County. Greg Mason,
Manassas, VA.
"Bobfoley" Fri., Jan. 29, 1999
I am hoping that you might be able to help me regarding the following couple
who resided in Longview, Cowlitz Co., WA until their deaths. They are:
Homer Richey (B: 11 June 1896) & died June 1982 in Longview
Ella (Wallen) Richey (B: 19 Feb 1897 & Died Aug 1980 in Longview
Ella Richey is the one I am particularly interested in as she was a sister to
my uncle who helped raise me. I am hopeful that any info. of her will lead me to other relatives' names. Thanks a lot!!
John Dudley Kennard Mon., Nov. 16, 1998
Family of John Scott Kennard: Lived in Kelso 1922, son JOHN Dudley, born at Doctor Davis Hospital. 2nd son Francis Walter Kennard, born 1st Aug. 1924. Mothers maiden name, Helen Kathryn Kidd. Family lived in a house boat next to bridge that father operated. Any Info? Thanks for the time.
Barb Carter Sat., Nov. 14, 1998
I am researching the name of Acteson. Edward Albert Acteson and James
Alexander Acteson from Gascons, Quebec in the late 1800s. Myrtle Mae Otey
married and divorced Edward Albert Acteson. Myrtle Mae Otey Acteson married S.W. Williams 7/20/1906. Myrtle Mae Otey Acteson Williams married Daniel G. Poppa. According to the 1920 Census, Daniel G. Poppa aand his wife Molly were
living in Clark Co. Wa. Any further info. re.Daniel G. Poppa and his wife Molly. Would appreciate anything on these names.
Beverly Rae Sullivan Fri., Oct. 16, 1998
I am searching for an old city or township no longer in existence from near
or around the year of 1854. City being "OLLEQUAH" near the Cowlitz river (Hudson bay fur traders or trappers). Looking for the Rabbie family in this
area of Ollequah City, Cowlitz County. Spelling on Rabbie may vary such as
Rabbi or Rabe and Rubbi. Frank Rabbie is my great grandfather from this area. He is a descendent from one of the Rabbie's. My grandfather's name is David Lester Rabbie and had a sister who recently passed away in Tacoma named Agnes Rabbie Horton. Also, brother known only as Stub Rabbie and brother Elmer Rabbie and Ruth Rabbie (all deceased-DOD unknown).
DeeDee Fri., Oct. 9, 1998
Surnames: Schwarz, Voigt, Jackson, Owens. **** Schwartz/Schwarze
Searching for family. Mabel May Schwarz/Jackson/Owens was my Grandmother. Her Father was: Ernest Schwarz, and Mother: Mary Ann Voigt/Schwarz. Sister Bertha Schwarz/Millard. Brother: Otto Schwarz (sometimes spelling was Schwartz or Schwarze). Brother: Jess Schwarz. Jess Schwarz (sometimes spelled Schwartz or Schwarze) was listed from Kelso, Wa. on Mabel M. Schwarz/Jackaon/Owens' funeral arrangments. Would like to have contact with any of the families listed above. Also searching for any and all information on my Grandfather: Abraham Jackson, Mabel May Schwarz's first husband. Thank you.
Beverly Hintergardt Sat., Aug. 15, 1998
Is anyone researching the Thomas Alexander Taggart family? Thomas died in 1928 in Woodland. Thanks.
Philip Sheppard Sat., July 25, 1998
Looking for information on and descendants of Joseph & Martha M. BUTLER TEAGUE. Martha was an aunt of mine, b. abt 1862 in Transylvania County, North Carolina. She married Joe Teague in North Carolina before they left for Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Kathleen O'Neill Thurs., July 9, 1998
Am looking for Joseph (Joe) O'NEILL - came to Castle Rock with his brother,
Frank O'NEILL (my husband's grandfather) prior to 1900 from Illinois. Frank
was a local school teacher and store owner who later moved to Seattle. Joe
stayed and, we believe, died and was buried in Castle Rock (May 5, 1928).
Joe's children were Hertha and Hilbert (wife Jessie??). Any leads greatly
appreciated and can share info on other O'Neills. Thanks.
Edward Deckard Sat., June 20, 1998
In researching the DECKARD family of Virginia and
Indiana, I am seeking information information on the children of Wm
Deckard (1882-1944) of Sullivan Co IN. Two of his children located in
the Kelso area. Paul William Deckard (d 1977) and his wife, Betty Ruth
Jewell Deckard and Pauline B. Deckard_________. An assistance will be
appreciated. I have lots on this family to share.
K. Lowery Tues., May 5, 1998
Looking for obit. Around 1951 For Lonzo Alfred Lowery of Cowlits county we
were told that he was buried at Longview memorial any other info will be
greatly appreciated. If I can do anything in return please let me know. K. Lowery, 424 Manchester Way, Vacaville Ca. 95687.
Ronda Gaul Wed., Feb. 19, 1998
I am looking for any relatives of Earl Emmet Jackman. He is my Grandpa. Born June 30, 1913, Died Feb. 23, 1988. He died in Ariel Washington, Cowlitz County. I have been trying to find any obituaries about him but with no luck. Thank you.
Elodie Boudreaux Schindelheim Fri., Jan. 23, 1998
I am looking for information concerning the BOOGAARD surname. In
particular their naturalization papers held in Cowlitz Co. There is a
book(let) written by Hagle, Charlotte Tadlock. Titled "Cowlitz County,
Washington Naturalizations, Comprehensive Index: Cowlitz County,
Territory and State of Washington, 1859-1920, Naturalization Records".
Published by the Lower Columbia Genealogical Society in 1990. Does
anyone have this booklet that would be willing to look up some BOOGAARD
names? Or where I may purchase this booklet of 53 pages.
Bob Schiffer Mon., Jan. 12, 1998
Seeking information on the family of FELIX MILLER, who lived and had
a store in Castle Rock beginning in 1889. Trying to find his origins
(in the South) and dates of birth & death. His wife Telethe (sp.?) was
buried near Castle Rock in 1890; his son Sam lived in various parts of
Wash. state for the rest of his life.
Richard Pelland Sun., Dec. 7, 1997
Seeking obit for Elsie PELLANT who died May 1977 at Longview, WA.
Charlie Mattson Fri., Sept. 5, 1997
KOSKI/JOHNSON: Anna Koski, my gm, remarried/died in Woodland late 60's early 70's. My ga Sofie W. Johnson nee Lindgren, b. in Finland, died late 50's in Woodland; can anyone help, thank you.
Terry Straub Tue., Jan. 21, 1997
Researching ARQUETT: Need some info on Edward M. ARQUETT and wife Fanny Jean (known as Jennie) Bennett. She died in Cowlitz, WA. I need her birth date
on the tomb stone. They had three daughters. According to the will of Fanny Jean "Jennie" mother's will the daughters are as follows and lived in the following towns. Pearl (Arquett) Gear of Tacoma, Washington; Margaret (Arquett) married last name unknown; Lorean (Arquett) whose married last name is unknown.