Andrew Stephenson Rutherford

M, b. 1831, d. circa 1931
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAndrew Stephenson Rutherford was also known as Andrew Stevenson.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1831Andrew Stephenson Rutherford was born in 1831 at Sauk, Wisconsin, also reported as Ohio.
Marriage1852He married Sarah Ann Simons in 1852 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Deathcirca 1931Andrew Stephenson Rutherford died circa 1931 reported by daughter Emma (Rutherford) Mercer that her father lived to be 100.

Children of Andrew Stephenson Rutherford and Sarah Ann Simons

Sarah Ann Simons

F, b. 6 February 1835
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1852As of 1852,her married name was Rutherford.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth6 February 1835Sarah Ann Simons was born on 6 February 1835 at Ohio also reported as Illinois.
Marriage1852She married Andrew Stephenson Rutherford in 1852 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
29 August 1850Linden, Iowa, WisconsinSarah Ann Simons was listed in Andrew Strepatton Rutherford's household on the 1850 Census at Linden, Iowa, Wisconsin.1

Children of Sarah Ann Simons and Andrew Stephenson Rutherford

Citations

  1. [S249] U.S. Federal Census 1850 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Stamp 355. Dwelling 746.

Jennie Caroline Mercer

F, b. 15 May 1873, d. 30 April 1906
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name16 October 1889As of 16 October 1889,her married name was West.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 May 1873Jennie Caroline Mercer was born at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin, on 15 May 1873.
She was the daughter of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Marriage16 October 1889Jennie Caroline Mercer married Joseph Amos West at Dakota City, Dakota, Nebraska, on 16 October 1889.
Death30 April 1906Jennie Caroline Mercer died on 30 April 1906 at Sioux City, Woodbury, Iowa, at age 32.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1880Green, Nodaway, MissouriJennie Caroline Mercer was listed as a daughter in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1880 Census at Green, Nodaway, Missouri.1
1885Correctionville, Woodbury, IowaJennie Caroline Mercer appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Samuel Mercer at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa; Dwelling 99.
7 June 1900Morgan, Woodbury, IowaJennie Caroline Mercer was listed as wife in Joseph Amos West's household on the 1900 Census at Morgan, Woodbury, Iowa; Earl Mercer living next door (servant.)2
DateLocationDescription
1900Jennie Caroline Mercer had 2 with 2 living in 1900 children.

Children of Jennie Caroline Mercer and Joseph Amos West

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0706. Page 157A. ED258. Dwelling 251.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED158. Dwelling 69.

Ambrose L. Mercer

M, b. 7 November 1875, d. 1 July 1954
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAmbrose L. Mercer was also known as Bros.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth7 November 1875Ambrose L. Mercer was born on 7 November 1875 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin, draft registration listed birth date as 7 Nov 1874.
He was the son of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Marriage1 June 1916Ambrose L. Mercer married Mildred Edith Ray, daughter of Alexander Ray and Elizabeth Ann Lee, on 1 June 1916 at Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota.
Death1 July 1954Ambrose L. Mercer died on 1 July 1954 at Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota, at age 78 also reported as 02 Jul 1954.1
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1880Green, Nodaway, MissouriAmbrose L. Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1880 Census at Green, Nodaway, Missouri.2
1885Correctionville, Woodbury, IowaAmbrose L. Mercer appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Samuel Mercer at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa; Dwelling 99.
25 June 1900Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, WisconsinAmbrose L. Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1900 Census at Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, Wisconsin.3
28 January 1920Mount Vernon, Davison, South DakotaAmbrose L. Mercer was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Mount Vernon, Davison, South Dakota.4
DateLocationDescription
12 September 1918World War I Draft Registration, Davison, South DakotaOn 12 September 1918 at World War I Draft Registration, Davison, South Dakota.

Child of Ambrose L. Mercer and Mildred Edith Ray

Citations

  1. [S362] South Dakota, South Dakota Death Index, 1905-1955, Page Number: 541.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0706. Page 157A. ED258. Dwelling 251.
  3. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED 110. Dwelling 12. Stamp 131.
  4. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Stamp 149. Sheet 8A. ED65. Dwelling 62.

Mildred Edith Ray

F, b. 10 March 1883, d. 16 October 1981
Father*Alexander Ray b. 11 Nov 1845
Mother*Elizabeth Ann Lee b. 27 Sep 1852
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name28 April 1901As of 28 April 1901,her married name was Babcock.
Married Name3 June 1905As of 3 June 1905,her married name was Marlow.
Married Name1 June 1916As of 1 June 1916,her married name was Mercer.
Married Name19 March 1956As of 19 March 1956,her married name was Chaparas.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 March 1883Mildred Edith Ray was born on 10 March 1883 at Lone Rock, Richland, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Alexander Ray and Elizabeth Ann Lee.
Marriage28 April 1901Mildred Edith Ray married Joseph Warren Babcock on 28 April 1901 at Lone Rock, Richland, Wisconsin.
Divorcebefore June 1905Mildred Edith Ray and Joseph Warren Babcock were divorced before June 1905.
Marriage3 June 1905Mildred Edith Ray married David Marlow on 3 June 1905 at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin, her second marriage.
Marriage1 June 1916Mildred Edith Ray married Ambrose L. Mercer, son of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford, on 1 June 1916 at Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota.
Marriage19 March 1956Mildred Edith Ray married Harry Chaparas on 19 March 1956 at Luverne, Rock, Minnesota.
Death16 October 1981Mildred Edith Ray died on 16 October 1981 at Osakis, Douglas, Minnesota, at age 98.
Census DateLocationDescription
28 June 1900Buena Vista, Richland, WisconsinMildred Edith Ray was listed as a daughter in Alexander Ray's household on the 1900 Census at Buena Vista, Richland, Wisconsin.1
19 April 1910Lone Rock, Richland, WisconsinMildred Edith Ray was listed as wife in David Marlow's household on the 1910 Census at Lone Rock, Richland, Wisconsin.2
28 January 1920Mount Vernon, Davison, South DakotaMildred Edith Ray was listed as wife in Ambrose L. Mercer's household on the 1920 Census at Mount Vernon, Davison, South Dakota.3

Child of Mildred Edith Ray and Joseph Warren Babcock

Child of Mildred Edith Ray and David Marlow

Child of Mildred Edith Ray and Ambrose L. Mercer

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED110. Dwelling 60.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED89. Dwelling 81.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Stamp 149. Sheet 8A. ED65. Dwelling 62.

George Robert Mercer

M, b. 3 February 1877, d. 25 December 1950
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 February 1877George Robert Mercer was born on 3 February 1877 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Marriagecirca 1900George Robert Mercer married Hattie V. McCrary, daughter of William McCrary and Adaline (?), circa 1900.
Death25 December 1950George Robert Mercer died on 25 December 1950, at age 73.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1880Green, Nodaway, MissouriGeorge Robert Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1880 Census at Green, Nodaway, Missouri.1
1885Correctionville, Woodbury, IowaGeorge Robert Mercer appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Samuel Mercer at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa; Dwelling 99.
4 June 1900Willow, Cherokee, IowaGeorge Robert Mercer was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Willow, Cherokee, Iowa.2
16 May 1910Township 3, Stanley, South DakotaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Township 3, Stanley, South Dakota.3
17 January 1920Collins, Clark, South DakotaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Collins, Clark, South Dakota.4
DateLocationDescription
12 September 1918World War I Draft Registration, Clark, South DakotaOn 12 September 1918 at World War I Draft Registration, Clark, South Dakota.

Children of George Robert Mercer and Hattie V. McCrary

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0706. Page 157A. ED258. Dwelling 251.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED25. Dwelling 85.
  3. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED106. Dwelling 22.
  4. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED78. Dwelling 5.

Hattie V. McCrary

F, b. November 1880, d. 30 November 1920
Father*William McCrary b. c 1834
Mother*Adaline (?) b. c 1840
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationHattie V. McCrary was also known as McCurry.
Name VariationHattie V. McCrary was also known as Hatty.
Married Namecirca 1900As of circa 1900,her married name was Mercer.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthNovember 1880Hattie V. McCrary was born in November 1880 at Illinois.
She was the daughter of William McCrary and Adaline (?)
Marriagecirca 1900Hattie V. McCrary married George Robert Mercer, son of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford, circa 1900.
Death30 November 1920Hattie V. McCrary died on 30 November 1920 at Clark, South Dakota.
Census DateLocationDescription
1885Douglas, Ida, IowaHattie V. McCrary appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of William McCrary at Douglas, Ida, Iowa; Dwelling 3.
4 June 1900Willow, Cherokee, IowaHattie V. McCrary was listed as wife in George Robert Mercer's household on the 1900 Census at Willow, Cherokee, Iowa.1
16 May 1910Township 3, Stanley, South DakotaHattie V. McCrary was listed as wife in George Robert Mercer's household on the 1910 Census at Township 3, Stanley, South Dakota.2
17 January 1920Collins, Clark, South DakotaHattie V. McCrary was listed as wife in George Robert Mercer's household on the 1920 Census at Collins, Clark, South Dakota.3
DateLocationDescription
1910Hattie V. McCrary had 4 with 4 living in 1910 children.

Children of Hattie V. McCrary and George Robert Mercer

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED25. Dwelling 85.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED106. Dwelling 22.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED78. Dwelling 5.

Sarah Mercer

F, b. 24 July 1879, d. 24 August 1880
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Life EventDateDescription
Birth24 July 1879Sarah Mercer was born on 24 July 1879 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Death24 August 1880Sarah Mercer died on 24 August 1880 at Pickering, Nodaway, Missouri, at age 1.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1880Green, Nodaway, MissouriSarah Mercer was listed as a daughter in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1880 Census at Green, Nodaway, Missouri.1

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0706. Page 157A. ED258. Dwelling 251.

Pearl Maranda Mercer

F, b. 22 July 1882, d. 3 July 1974
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationPearl Maranda Mercer was also known as Pearl Miranda.
Married Namecirca 1920As of circa 1920,her married name was Giles.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 July 1882Pearl Maranda Mercer was born on 22 July 1882 at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa.
Birth certificate of Pearl Maranda Mercer 22 July 1882
She was the daughter of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Marriagecirca 1920Pearl Maranda Mercer married (?) Giles circa 1920 at first marriage for her.
Death3 July 1974Pearl Maranda Mercer died on 3 July 1974 at Hot Springs, Fall River, South Dakota, at age 91.
Burialafter 3 July 1974She was buried after 3 July 1974 at Evergreen Cemetery, Hot Springs, Fall River, South Dakota.
Census DateLocationDescription
1885Correctionville, Woodbury, IowaPearl Maranda Mercer appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Samuel Mercer at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa; Dwelling 99.
25 June 1900Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, WisconsinPearl Maranda Mercer was listed as a daughter in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1900 Census at Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, Wisconsin.1
28 June 1900Lone Rock, Buena Vista Twp, Richland, WisconsinPearl Maranda Mercer was listed as servant (housekeeper) for Charley Wallace on the 1900 Census at Lone Rock, Buena Vista Twp, Richland, Wisconsin.2
2 April 1930Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CaliforniaShe was listed as an aunt (actually aunt of wife Emma) in Elmer L. Berry's household on the 1930 Census at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California.3
DateLocationDescription
March 1961Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South DakotaPearl Maranda Mercer lived in March 1961 at Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota.

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED 110. Dwelling 12. Stamp 131.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 62.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED380. Dwelling 15.

Herbert Earl Mercer

M, b. 16 January 1885, d. November 1968
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUHerbert Earl Mercer obtained US Social Security Card at South Dakota; last residence Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 January 1885Herbert Earl Mercer was born on 16 January 1885 at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa.
He was the son of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
DeathNovember 1968Herbert Earl Mercer died in November 1968, at age 83.
Census DateLocationDescription
1885Correctionville, Woodbury, IowaHerbert Earl Mercer appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Samuel Mercer at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa; Dwelling 99.
25 June 1900Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, WisconsinHerbert Earl Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1900 Census at Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, Wisconsin.1
April 1910Van Meter, Lyman, South DakotaHerbert Earl Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1910 Census at Van Meter, Lyman, South Dakota.2
10 January 1920Lincoln, Hyde, South DakotaHerbert Earl Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1920 Census at Lincoln, Hyde, South Dakota; living next door to son, Ephriam Mercer.3
2 April 1930Lincoln, Hyde, South DakotaHerbert Earl Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1930 Census at Lincoln, Hyde, South Dakota.4
DateLocationDescription
1900In 1900 Accidently shot in the eye and has been blind since 1900.
Baraboo News Republic (Baraboo, Wisconsin) 11 Jan 1901 - Herbert Mercer shooting accident

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED 110. Dwelling 12. Stamp 131.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED62. Dwelling 34.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Sheet 2A. ED197. Dwelling 28.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED35-12. Dwelling 8.

Ethel Marie Mercer

F, b. 6 September 1888, d. after June 1963
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1904As of before 1904,her married name was Buchanan.
Married Namebefore 1904As of before 1904,her married name was Bucanian.
Married Namebefore 1935As of before 1935,her married name was Foster.
Married Namebefore 1935As of before 1935,her married name was Forster.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth6 September 1888Ethel Marie Mercer was born on 6 September 1888 at Correctionville, Woodbury, Iowa.
She was the daughter of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Marriagebefore 1904Ethel Marie Mercer married Charles Buchanan before 1904.
Marriagebefore 1935Ethel Marie Mercer married Leo Foster before 1935.
Deathafter June 1963Ethel Marie Mercer died after June 1963.
Census DateLocationDescription
25 June 1900Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, WisconsinEthel Marie Mercer was listed as a daughter in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1900 Census at Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, Wisconsin.1
DateLocationDescription
March 1961Southgate, Los Angeles, CaliforniaEthel Marie Mercer and Leo Foster lived in March 1961 at Southgate, Los Angeles, California.

Child of Ethel Marie Mercer and Charles Buchanan

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED 110. Dwelling 12. Stamp 131.

Charles Buchanan

M
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationCharles Buchanan was also known as Bucanian.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthCharles Buchanan was born at Iowa.
Marriagebefore 1904He married Ethel Marie Mercer, daughter of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford, before 1904.

Child of Charles Buchanan and Ethel Marie Mercer

Ephriam Roler Mercer

M, b. 18 November 1890, d. 24 October 1983
Father*Samuel Mercer b. 2 Mar 1853, d. 8 Nov 1949
Mother*Emma Maria Rutherford b. 28 Jun 1854, d. 11 Jan 1964
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationEphriam Roler Mercer was also known as Ephraim.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUEphriam Roler Mercer obtained US Social Security Card at South Dakota; last residence Portland, Multnomah, Oregon.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth18 November 1890Ephriam Roler Mercer was born on 18 November 1890 at Anthon, Woodbury, Iowa, draft registration listed birth date as 18 Nov 1891.
He was the son of Samuel Mercer and Emma Maria Rutherford.
Marriagecirca 1911Ephriam Roler Mercer married Desdemonia Estella Miller, circa 1911.
Death24 October 1983Ephriam Roler Mercer died on 24 October 1983 at Multnomah, Oregon, at age 92.
Burialafter 24 October 1983He was buried after 24 October 1983 at Evergreen Cemetery, Hot Springs, Fall River, South Dakota.
Census DateLocationDescription
25 June 1900Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, WisconsinEphriam Roler Mercer was listed as a son in Samuel Mercer's household on the 1900 Census at Lone Rock, Buena Vista Township, Richland, Wisconsin.1
28 April 1910Kolls, Lyman, South DakotaEphriam Roler Mercer was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Kolls, Lyman, South Dakota.2
10 January 1920Lincoln, Hyde, South DakotaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Lincoln, Hyde, South Dakota, Next door to his father, Samuel Mercer..3
7 April 1930Quinn, Pennington, South DakotaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Quinn, Pennington, South Dakota.4
DateLocationDescription
5 June 1917World War I Draft Registration, Stanley, South DakotaOn 5 June 1917 at World War I Draft Registration, Stanley, South Dakota, listed dependents as wife, child and blind brother.
June 1963Wall, Pennington, South DakotaEphriam Roler Mercer lived in June 1963 at Wall, Pennington, South Dakota.

Child of Ephriam Roler Mercer and Desdemonia Estella Miller

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED 110. Dwelling 12. Stamp 131.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED53. Dwelling 7.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Sheet 2A. ED197. Dwelling 28.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED52-17. Dwelling 35.

Desdemonia Estella Miller

F, b. January 1894, d. 21 October 1969
Father*William B. Miller b. Jul 1853, d. 1939
Mother*Desdemonia E. (?) b. Apr 1866, d. 1939
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationDesdemonia Estella Miller was also known as Desdamonia.
NicknameDesdemonia Estella Miller also went by the name of Dessie.
Married Namecirca 1911As of circa 1911,her married name was Mercer.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthJanuary 1894Desdemonia Estella Miller was born in January 1894 at Nebraska.
She was the daughter of William B. Miller and Desdemonia E. (?)
Marriagecirca 1911Ephriam Roler Mercer married Desdemonia Estella Miller, circa 1911.
Death21 October 1969She died on 21 October 1969 at age 75.
Burialafter 21 October 1969She was buried after 21 October 1969 at Evergreen Cemetery, Hot Springs, Fall River, South Dakota.
Census DateLocationDescription
5 June 1900Arlington, Washington, NebraskaDesdemonia Estella Miller was listed as a daughter in William B. Miller's household on the 1900 Census at Arlington, Washington, Nebraska.1
1 May 1905Fairmount, Leavenworth, KansasDesdemonia Estella Miller appeared on the census of 1 May 1905 in the household of Desdemonia E. (?) at Fairmount, Leavenworth, Kansas; living with W. A. Barnard.
26 April 1910Pierre Ward 2, Hughes, South DakotaDesdemonia Estella Miller was listed as a daughter in William B. Miller's household on the 1910 Census at Pierre Ward 2, Hughes, South Dakota.2
10 January 1920Lincoln, Hyde, South DakotaDesdemonia Estella Miller was listed as wife in Ephriam Roler Mercer's household on the 1920 Census at Lincoln, Hyde, South Dakota; Next door to his father, Samuel Mercer.3
7 April 1930Quinn, Pennington, South DakotaDesdemonia Estella Miller was listed as wife in Ephriam Roler Mercer's household on the 1930 Census at Quinn, Pennington, South Dakota.4

Child of Desdemonia Estella Miller and Ephriam Roler Mercer

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED123. Dwelling 26.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED228. Dwelling 236.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Sheet 2A. ED197. Dwelling 28.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED52-17. Dwelling 35.

Joseph Amos West

M, b. 16 September 1866, d. 27 January 1934
Father*Joseph West b. Oct 1818, d. a Jun 1900
Mother*Emma Mary Needham b. c 1827, d. b 1900
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJoseph Amos West was also known as Amos.
Name VariationJoseph Amos West was also known as J. Amos.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 September 1866Joseph Amos West was born on 16 September 1866 at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa, also reported as Sept 1865.
He was the son of Joseph West and Emma Mary Needham.
Marriage16 October 1889Jennie Caroline Mercer married Joseph Amos West at Dakota City, Dakota, Nebraska, on 16 October 1889.
Death27 January 1934He died on 27 January 1934 at age 67 Certificate of Death #C-97-342.
Census DateLocationDescription
7 June 1870Wyoming, Jones, IowaJoseph Amos West was listed in Joseph West's household on the 1870 Census at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa.1
1880Wyoming, Jones, IowaJoseph Amos West was listed as a son in Joseph West's household on the 1880 Census at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa.2
1885Maple, Ida, IowaJoseph Amos West appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Joseph West at Maple, Ida, Iowa.
7 June 1900Morgan, Woodbury, IowaJoseph Amos West was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Morgan, Woodbury, Iowa, Earl Mercer living next door (servant).3
21 April 1910Miller, Woodbury, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Miller, Woodbury, Iowa.4
19 January 1920Kedron, Woodbury, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Kedron, Woodbury, Iowa, living next door to brother-in-law Nels Eastman.5
12 May 1930Miller, Woodbury, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Miller, Woodbury, Iowa.6

Children of Joseph Amos West and Jennie Caroline Mercer

Citations

  1. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 26. Dwelling 192.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0348 Page Number 401C.
  3. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED158. Dwelling 69.
  4. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED171. Dwelling 27.
  5. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED183. Dwelling 131.
  6. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED20. Dwelling 133.

Joseph West

M, b. October 1818, d. after June 1900
Life EventDateDescription
BirthOctober 1818Joseph West was born in October 1818 at England.
Marriagebefore 1848He married Emma Mary Needham before 1848 at England.
Deathafter June 1900Joseph West died after June 1900.
Census DateLocationDescription
1856Pierce, Jones, IowaJoseph West appeared on the census of 1856 at Pierce, Jones, Iowa.
14 July 1860Clay, Jones, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1860 Census at Clay, Jones, Iowa.1
7 June 1870Wyoming, Jones, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1870 Census at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa.2
1880Wyoming, Jones, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa.3
1885Maple, Ida, IowaHe appeared on the census of 1885 at Maple, Ida, Iowa.
6 June 1900Maple, Ida, IowaHe was listed as father in Everett Anthony West's household on the 1900 Census at Maple, Ida, Iowa.4

Children of Joseph West and Emma Mary Needham

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 112. Dwelling 828.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 26. Dwelling 192.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0348 Page Number 401C.
  4. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED50. Dwelling 43.

Emma Mary Needham

F, b. circa 1827, d. before 1900
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationEmma Mary Needham was also known as Mary.
Married Namebefore 1848As of before 1848,her married name was West.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1827Emma Mary Needham was born circa 1827 at England.
Marriagebefore 1848She married Joseph West before 1848 at England.
Deathbefore 1900Emma Mary Needham died before 1900.
Census DateLocationDescription
1856Pierce, Jones, IowaEmma Mary Needham appeared on the census of 1856 in the household of Joseph West at Pierce, Jones, Iowa.
14 July 1860Clay, Jones, IowaEmma Mary Needham was listed in Joseph West's household on the 1860 Census at Clay, Jones, Iowa.1
7 June 1870Wyoming, Jones, IowaEmma Mary Needham was listed in Joseph West's household on the 1870 Census at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa.2
1880Wyoming, Jones, IowaEmma Mary Needham was listed as wife in Joseph West's household on the 1880 Census at Wyoming, Jones, Iowa.3
1885Maple, Ida, IowaEmma Mary Needham appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Joseph West at Maple, Ida, Iowa.

Children of Emma Mary Needham and Joseph West

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 112. Dwelling 828.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 26. Dwelling 192.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0348 Page Number 401C.

Emma Mae West

F, b. 5 March 1891, d. 16 February 1976
Father*Joseph Amos West b. 16 Sep 1866, d. 27 Jan 1934
Mother*Jennie Caroline Mercer b. 15 May 1873, d. 30 Apr 1906
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1 June 1919As of 1 June 1919,her married name was Berry.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUEmma Mae West obtained US Social Security Card at California; last residence South Gate, Los Angeles, California.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 March 1891Emma Mae West was born on 5 March 1891 at Iowa also reported as Mar 1890.
She was the daughter of Joseph Amos West and Jennie Caroline Mercer.
Marriage1 June 1919Emma Mae West married Elmer L. Berry, on 1 June 1919.
Death16 February 1976Emma Mae West died on 16 February 1976 at South Gate, Los Angeles, California, at age 84.1
Census DateLocationDescription
7 June 1900Morgan, Woodbury, IowaEmma Mae West was listed as a daughter in Joseph Amos West's household on the 1900 Census at Morgan, Woodbury, Iowa; Earl Mercer living next door (servant.)2
21 April 1910Miller, Woodbury, IowaEmma Mae West was listed as a daughter in Joseph Amos West's household on the 1910 Census at Miller, Woodbury, Iowa.3
2 April 1930Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CaliforniaEmma Mae West was listed as wife in Elmer L. Berry's household on the 1930 Census at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California.4

Citations

  1. [S204] California Death Records (published).
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED158. Dwelling 69.
  3. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED171. Dwelling 27.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED380. Dwelling 15.

Elmer L. Berry

M, b. 10 December 1890, d. November 1979
Father*Charles Berry b. Aug 1857
Mother*Margaret (?) b. Feb 1868
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUElmer L. Berry obtained US Social Security Card at California; last residence Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 December 1890Elmer L. Berry was born on 10 December 1890 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Charles Berry and Margaret (?)
Marriage1 June 1919Emma Mae West married Elmer L. Berry, on 1 June 1919.
DeathNovember 1979He died in November 1979 at age 88.
Census DateLocationDescription
4 June 1900Fairchild, Eau Claire, WisconsinElmer L. Berry was listed as a son in Charles Berry's household on the 1900 Census at Fairchild, Eau Claire, Wisconsin.1
1910Rapid Ward 4, Pennington, South DakotaElmer L. Berry was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Rapid Ward 4, Pennington, South Dakota.2
2 April 1930Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California.3

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED33. Dwelling 73.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED380. Dwelling 15.

Joseph William West

M, b. 8 November 1890, d. 11 April 1951
Father*Joseph Amos West b. 16 Sep 1866, d. 27 Jan 1934
Mother*Jennie Caroline Mercer b. 15 May 1873, d. 30 Apr 1906
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJoseph William West married Emma Summeringer.
Birth8 November 1890Joseph William West was born on 8 November 1890 at Anthon, Woodbury, Iowa, also reported as Nov 1891.
He was the son of Joseph Amos West and Jennie Caroline Mercer.
Marriage17 November 1921Joseph William West married Charlotte Bell Taylor, daughter of Melvin Taylor and Maria Zahnd, on 17 November 1921 at Dakota City, Dakota, Nebraska.
Divorcebefore 1928Joseph William West and Charlotte Bell Taylor were divorced before 1928.
Marriage27 August 1929Joseph William West married Martha Elsie Anne Head, daughter of Harvey Whitfield Head and Lydia Irene Arnold, on 27 August 1929 at Greenfield, Missouri, Marriage License, 29 August 1929.
Death11 April 1951Joseph William West died on 11 April 1951 at Winslow, Arizona, at age 60; Certificate of Death #2417-34.
Census DateLocationDescription
7 June 1900Morgan, Woodbury, IowaJoseph William West was listed as a son in Joseph Amos West's household on the 1900 Census at Morgan, Woodbury, Iowa; Earl Mercer living next door (servant.)1

Children of Joseph William West and Emma Summeringer

Child of Joseph William West and Charlotte Bell Taylor

Children of Joseph William West and Martha Elsie Anne Head

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED158. Dwelling 69.

Emma Summeringer

F, b. circa 1895
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJoseph William West married Emma Summeringer.
Birthcirca 1895She was born circa 1895.
DateLocationDescription
Children Herbert and Evertt were left with their mother's mother and later adopted out.

Children of Emma Summeringer and Joseph William West

Charlotte Bell Taylor

F, b. circa 1903
Father*Melvin Taylor
Mother*Maria Zahnd
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name17 November 1921As of 17 November 1921,her married name was West.
Married Namecirca 1928As of circa 1928,her married name was Nelson.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1903Charlotte Bell Taylor was born circa 1903 at Iowa.
She was the daughter of Melvin Taylor and Maria Zahnd.
Marriage17 November 1921Charlotte Bell Taylor married Joseph William West, son of Joseph Amos West and Jennie Caroline Mercer, on 17 November 1921 at Dakota City, Dakota, Nebraska.
Divorcebefore 1928Charlotte Bell Taylor and Joseph William West were divorced before 1928.
Marriagecirca 1928Charlotte Bell Taylor married Emil Nelson circa 1928.
Census DateLocationDescription
21 April 1930Pierre, Hughes, South DakotaCharlotte Bell Taylor was listed as wife in Emil Nelson's household on the 1930 Census at Pierre, Hughes, South Dakota.1

Child of Charlotte Bell Taylor and Joseph William West

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED33-13. Dwelling 60.

Melvin Taylor

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMaria Zahnd married Melvin Taylor.

Child of Melvin Taylor and Maria Zahnd

Maria Zahnd

F
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMaria Zahnd married Melvin Taylor.

Child of Maria Zahnd and Melvin Taylor

Martha Elsie Anne Head

F, b. 22 January 1894, d. 30 January 1972
Father*Harvey Whitfield Head b. 8 Feb 1854, d. 25 Jul 1937
Mother*Lydia Irene Arnold b. 27 Feb 1863, d. 1948
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMartha Elsie Anne Head was also known as Annie.
Name VariationMartha Elsie Anne Head was also known as Martha A.
Married Namebefore 1927As of before 1927,her married name was Doty.
Married Name27 August 1929As of 27 August 1929,her married name was West.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 January 1894Martha Elsie Anne Head was born on 22 January 1894 at Arkansas.
She was the daughter of Harvey Whitfield Head and Lydia Irene Arnold.
Marriagebefore 1927Martha Elsie Anne Head married Jessie Doty before 1927.
Marriage27 August 1929Martha Elsie Anne Head married Joseph William West, son of Joseph Amos West and Jennie Caroline Mercer, on 27 August 1929 at Greenfield, Missouri, Marriage License, 29 August 1929.
Death30 January 1972Martha Elsie Anne Head died on 30 January 1972 at age 78.
Census DateLocationDescription
29 June 1900Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasMartha Elsie Anne Head was listed as a daughter in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1900 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.1
14 May 1910Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasMartha Elsie Anne Head was listed as a daughter in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1910 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.2

Children of Martha Elsie Anne Head and Joseph William West

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED26. Dwelling 431.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED19. Dwelling 215.

Harvey Whitfield Head

M, b. 8 February 1854, d. 25 July 1937
Father*Charles Whitfield Head b. 1831, d. b 1860
Mother*Winney Caroline Grigsby b. 1832
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 February 1854Harvey Whitfield Head was born on 8 February 1854 at Georgia also reported as Arkansas or Tennessee.
He was the son of Charles Whitfield Head and Winney Caroline Grigsby.
Marriagecirca 1879Lydia Irene Arnold married Harvey Whitfield Head, circa 1879.
Death25 July 1937He died on 25 July 1937 at age 83.
Census DateLocationDescription
29 June 1860Birch Prairie, Shannon, MissouriHarvey Whitfield Head was listed in Winney Caroline Grigsby's household on the 1860 Census at Birch Prairie, Shannon, Missouri.1
18 August 1870Myatt, Fulton, ArkansasHarvey Whitfield Head was listed in Winney Caroline Grigsby's household on the 1870 Census at Myatt, Fulton, Arkansas.2
1880Myatt, Fulton, ArkansasHarvey Whitfield Head was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Myatt, Fulton, Arkansas, living 2 doors away from Winnie Head.3
29 June 1900Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.4
14 May 1910Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.5
20 January 1920Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.6
14 April 1930Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.7

Children of Harvey Whitfield Head and Lydia Irene Arnold

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 29. Dwelling 240.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 2. Page 68.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0045 Sheet 4D.
  4. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED26. Dwelling 431.
  5. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED19. Dwelling 215.
  6. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED19. Dwelling 256.
  7. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED25-9. Dwelling 52.

Lydia Irene Arnold

F, b. 27 February 1863, d. 1948
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLydia Irene Arnold was also known as Lydia A.
Name VariationLydia Irene Arnold was also known as Liddia R.
Name VariationLydia Irene Arnold was also known as Liddie.
Married Namecirca 1879As of circa 1879,her married name was Head.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 February 1863Lydia Irene Arnold was born on 27 February 1863 at Arkansas.
Marriagecirca 1879Lydia Irene Arnold married Harvey Whitfield Head, circa 1879.
Death1948Lydia Irene Arnold died in 1948.
Census DateLocationDescription
1880Myatt, Fulton, ArkansasLydia Irene Arnold was listed as wife in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1880 Census at Myatt, Fulton, Arkansas; living 2 doors away from Winnie Head.1
29 June 1900Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasLydia Irene Arnold was listed as a daughter in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1900 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.2
14 May 1910Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasLydia Irene Arnold was listed as a daughter in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1910 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.3
20 January 1920Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasLydia Irene Arnold was listed as a daughter in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1920 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.4
14 April 1930Mammoth Spring, Fulton, ArkansasLydia Irene Arnold was listed as a daughter in Harvey Whitfield Head's household on the 1930 Census at Mammoth Spring, Fulton, Arkansas.5
DateLocationDescription
1900Lydia Irene Arnold had 10 with 9 living in 1900 children.
1910She had 11 with 10 living in 1910 children.

Children of Lydia Irene Arnold and Harvey Whitfield Head

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0045 Sheet 4D.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED26. Dwelling 431.
  3. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED19. Dwelling 215.
  4. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED19. Dwelling 256.
  5. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED25-9. Dwelling 52.

Herbert McQueen

M
Father*Joseph William West b. 8 Nov 1890, d. 11 Apr 1951
Mother*Emma Summeringer b. c 1895
Life EventDateDescription
Herbert McQueen was the son of Joseph William West and Emma Summeringer.
DeathHerbert McQueen died.

Evert West

M
Father*Joseph William West b. 8 Nov 1890, d. 11 Apr 1951
Mother*Emma Summeringer b. c 1895
Life EventDateDescription
Evert West was the son of Joseph William West and Emma Summeringer.
DeathEvert West died.

Joseph Melvin West

M, b. 19 October 1923
Father*Joseph William West b. 8 Nov 1890, d. 11 Apr 1951
Mother*Charlotte Bell Taylor b. c 1903
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJoseph Melvin West was also known as Melvin Axel West Nelson.
Life EventDateDescription
DeathJoseph Melvin West died.
MarriageJoseph Melvin West married Ida Ellen Vickery.
Birth19 October 1923Joseph Melvin West was born on 19 October 1923 at Sioux City, Woodbury, Iowa.
He was the son of Joseph William West and Charlotte Bell Taylor.
Census DateLocationDescription
21 April 1930Pierre, Hughes, South DakotaJoseph Melvin West was listed as a step-son in Emil Nelson's household on the 1930 Census at Pierre, Hughes, South Dakota.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED33-13. Dwelling 60.

Ida Ellen Vickery

F, b. 30 November 1926, d. 20 February 2002
Father*Russel V. Vickery b. c 1902
Mother*Sarah (?) b. c 1910
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Nelson.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJoseph Melvin West married Ida Ellen Vickery.
Birth30 November 1926She was born on 30 November 1926 at King, Washington.
She was the daughter of Russel V. Vickery and Sarah (?)
Death20 February 2002Ida Ellen Vickery died on 20 February 2002 at Malheur, Oregon, at age 75.

Jean West

F, b. 16 February 1932, d. 19 February 1932
Father*Joseph William West b. 8 Nov 1890, d. 11 Apr 1951
Mother*Martha Elsie Anne Head b. 22 Jan 1894, d. 30 Jan 1972
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 February 1932Jean West was born on 16 February 1932; twin with Lindy.
She was the daughter of Joseph William West and Martha Elsie Anne Head.
Death19 February 1932Jean West died on 19 February 1932.

Lindy West

F, b. 16 February 1932, d. 19 February 1932
Father*Joseph William West b. 8 Nov 1890, d. 11 Apr 1951
Mother*Martha Elsie Anne Head b. 22 Jan 1894, d. 30 Jan 1972
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 February 1932Lindy West was born on 16 February 1932; twin with Jean.
She was the daughter of Joseph William West and Martha Elsie Anne Head.
Death19 February 1932Lindy West died on 19 February 1932.

Johnie Ivan West

M, b. 16 March 1935
Father*Joseph William West b. 8 Nov 1890, d. 11 Apr 1951
Mother*Martha Elsie Anne Head b. 22 Jan 1894, d. 30 Jan 1972
Life EventDateDescription
DeathJohnie Ivan West died.
Birth16 March 1935He was born at Mammoth Springs, Fulton, Arkansas, on 16 March 1935; Delayed Certificate of Birth #1280, 16 March 1935.
He was the son of Joseph William West and Martha Elsie Anne Head.
Marriage7 January 1956Johnie Ivan West married Beulah Mae McIntyre at Great Bend, Kansas, on 7 January 1956; Marriage License #42451, 07 January 1956.

Beulah Mae McIntyre

F, b. 19 November 1938, d. 20 May 1996
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Jester.
Married Name7 January 1956As of 7 January 1956,her married name was West.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageBeulah Mae McIntyre married (?) Jester.
Birth19 November 1938Beulah Mae McIntyre was born on 19 November 1938; Standard Certificate of Birth #273-1469, 19 Nov 1938.
Marriage7 January 1956Johnie Ivan West married Beulah Mae McIntyre at Great Bend, Kansas, on 7 January 1956; Marriage License #42451, 07 January 1956.
Death20 May 1996She died on 20 May 1996 at age 57.

Jane Swayne

F, b. 1733, d. 5 February 1815
Father*Edward Swayne b. 20 Jan 1702, d. 24 Apr 1776
Mother*Sarah Fincher b. 1708, d. 1 Nov 1804
Jane Swayne Mercer signature 1758
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name29 August 1753As of 29 August 1753,her married name was Mercer.
Married Name1763As of 1763,her married name was Calvert.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1733Jane Swayne was born in 1733 at East Marlborough, Chester, Pennsylvania.
She was the daughter of Edward Swayne and Sarah Fincher.
Marriage21 August 1753Jane Swayne married Joseph Mercer, son of Joseph Mercer Sr and Ann Wickersham, on 21 August 1753 at Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church, Wilmington, New Castle, Delaware, license listed as Jane Swane and Joseph Mercer.
Marriage record of Joseph Mercer and Jane Swane (Swayne) - 21 Aug 1753 - Wilmington, DE
Marriage1763Jane Swayne married John Calvert, son of Thomas Calvert and Sarah Williamson, in 1763.
Death5 February 1815Jane Swayne died on 5 February 1815 at East Marlborough, Chester, Pennsylvania.
DateLocationDescription
30 March 1754New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaOn 30 March 1754 at New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, Jane Swayne reported for marriage by a priest and being with child.
Jane Swayne reported for marriage by a priest and being with child - 30 Mar 1754 - New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, PA
27 April 1754New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaOn 27 April 1754 at New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, Jane Swayne (alias Messer) reported she will come back after making up with father.
Jane Swayne (alias Messer) reported she will come back after making up with father - 27 Apr 1754 - New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, PA
29 June 1754New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaOn 29 June 1754 at New Garden Monthly Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, Jane Mercer acknowledgement to monthly meeting: To the monthly meeting of New Garden held 29th 6th month 1754 - Whereas I have been educated and brought up amongst frends but for want of giving diligent heed to the manifestation of truth in my own heart have so far erred as to have carnal knowledge of him who is now my husband before marriage and married him without my parents consent and accomplished my marriage by a priest, which misconduct I am sorry for and takes the blame to my self hoping through divine assistance to be more careful of my ways. As witness my hand, Jane Mercer.
Quaker Meeting Record - New Garden Monthly Meeting - 29 Jun 1754 Chester county, PA - Jane (Swayne) Mercer declaration
13 December 1758Chester, PennsylvaniaJane Swayne was listed as a beneficiary in Joseph Mercer's will on 13 December 1758 at Chester, Pennsylvania; Probate of Joseph Mercer estate - Jane Mercer rights to father.
20 December 1763On 20 December 1763 According to Orphan's Court records, John Calvert married Jane Swayne Mercer and became guardian of the two living Mercer children, Amos and Hannah.
12 January 1764Quaker Meeting Record for Kennett Monthly Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaOn 12 January 1764 at Quaker Meeting Record for Kennett Monthly Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, Women friends informs this meeting that Jane Mercer is gone out in her marriage she being with child before marriage. Therefore Swithen Chandler and Caleb Peirce are appointed to join with women friends in treating with her and of the … not appear sensible of her misconduct so as to condemn the same they are to prepare a testimony against her and produce to the next meeting for approbation and inform her thereof.
Quaker Meeting Record - Kennett Monthly Meeting - 12 Jan 1764 Chester county, PA - Jane Mercer married and with child before marriage
16 February 1764Quaker Meeting Record for Kennett Monthly Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaOn 16 February 1764 at Quaker Meeting Record for Kennett Monthly Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, The friends appointed in Jane Colbert (Calvert) case report they have answered the direction of last meeting therein and returned of testimony which have follows: Whereas Jane Colbert (formerly Mercer a widow) made a profession of truth amongst us, but for want of giving due heed to us dictates thereof in her own heart as she ought, it appears she hath been guilty of fornication, and also accomplished her marriage out of the approved way of friends, and the appearing not capable to satisfy friends for her misconduct, therefore we accom… said Jane Colbert as member of our religion society, until she comes to a light of her error to as to make suitable satisfaction for the same, which that she may is our sincere desire, given forth from our monthly meeting of Kennett held at Center of 16th day of the 2 month 1764, signed by order of same by Caleb Peirce.
Quaker Meeting Record - Kennett Monthly Meeting - 16 Feb 1764 Chester county, PA - Jane Mercer (now Calvert)
12 April 1764Quaker Meeting Record for Kennett Monthly Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaOn 12 April 1764 at Quaker Meeting Record for Kennett Monthly Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, Friends documenting charges against Jane Colbert aka Calvert (formerly Mercer, a widow.)
Quaker Meeting Record - Kennett Monthly Meeting - 12 Apr 1764 Chester county, PA - charges against Jane Colbert aka Calvert (formerly Mercer a widow)
1765Quaker Meeting, Chester, PennsylvaniaIn 1765 at Quaker Meeting, Chester, Pennsylvania, disowned for neglecting meetings.
16 June 1775East Marlborough, Chester, PennsylvaniaJane Swayne witnessed the will of Edward Swayne on 16 June 1775 at East Marlborough, Chester, Pennsylvania; SWAYNE, EDWARD. East Marlborough. June 16, 1775. May 11, 1776. To wife Sarah plantation whereon I now dwell during life and at her decease to be sold, also all household goods. To son Edward 5 shillings. To son Jonathan £20. To daughters Jane Calvert and Hannah Yarnall 5 shillings each. To son Jesse £45. To daughter Sarah England £5. To son Robert £45. To daughter Elizabeth Ailes £25. To daughter Martha Swayne £30. Remainder to 3 daughters Sarah, Elizabeth and Martha. Executor: Friend William Swayne.
Wit: Jesse Miller, Frs. Swayne.

Children of Jane Swayne and Joseph Mercer

Mary Mitchell Barnes

F, b. 3 November 1756, d. 28 June 1797
Father*James Enid Barnes
Mother*Elizabeth Mitchell Lindley b. 1737
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name6 March 1775As of 6 March 1775,her married name was Mercer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 November 1756Mary Mitchell Barnes was born on 3 November 1756 at Chester, Pennsylvania.
She was the daughter of James Enid Barnes and Elizabeth Mitchell Lindley.
Marriage6 March 1775Mary Mitchell Barnes married Amos Mercer, son of Joseph Mercer and Jane Swayne, on 6 March 1775 at Chester, Pennsylvania, also reported as 16 Mar 1775.
16 Mar 1775 Quaker Kennett Monthly Meeting - Chester, PA - Amos Mercer marriage
Death28 June 1797Mary Mitchell Barnes died on 28 June 1797 at Mifflin, Pennsylvania, at age 40 also reported as 28 May 1797.
DateLocationDescription
Not a QuakerMary Mitchell Barnes was Amos was forced out of the Quaker religion because he married Mary Barnes in 1775.

Children of Mary Mitchell Barnes and Amos Mercer

Amos Mercer Jr

M, b. 9 January 1776, d. 15 September 1802
Father*Amos Mercer b. 8 Mar 1755, d. Apr 1816
Mother*Mary Mitchell Barnes b. 3 Nov 1756, d. 28 Jun 1797
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAmos Mercer Jr married Mary (?)
Birth9 January 1776Amos Mercer Jr was born on 9 January 1776 at East Marlborough, Chester, Pennsylvania.
He was the son of Amos Mercer and Mary Mitchell Barnes.
Death15 September 1802Amos Mercer Jr died on 15 September 1802 at Mifflin County, Pennsylvania, at age 26.

David Mercer

M, b. 1777, d. 15 June 1857
Father*Amos Mercer b. 8 Mar 1755, d. Apr 1816
Mother*Mary Mitchell Barnes b. 3 Nov 1756, d. 28 Jun 1797
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1777David Mercer was born in 1777 at East Marlborough Township, Chester, Pennsylvania.
He was the son of Amos Mercer and Mary Mitchell Barnes.
Marriage1803David Mercer married Eve Kribbs, daughter of John George Kribbs and Anna Barbara Haines, in 1803 at Indiana, Pennsylvania.
Death15 June 1857David Mercer died on 15 June 1857 at Clarion, Pennsylvania.
Census DateLocationDescription
1800Wheatfield, Westmoreland, PennsylvaniaDavid Mercer was referenced on Amos Mercer's household in the 1800 Census at Wheatfield, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania; surname listed as Meser; living next door to Joseph Meser (Mercer); Free White Persons - Males - 16 thru 25: 2; Free White Persons - Males - 45 and over: 1; Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 15: 2; Free White Persons - Females - 45 and over: 1.
1840Red Bank, Armstrong, PennsylvaniaDavid Mercer was listed as the head of a family on the 1840 Census at Red Bank, Armstrong, Pennsylvania, Free White Persons - Males - 15 thru 19: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 60 thru 69: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 50 thru 59: 1.
12 September 1850Redbank, Clarion, PennsylvaniaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1850 Census at Redbank, Clarion, Pennsylvania.1
DateLocationDescription
History of Clarion County, Pennsylvania, Redbank Township, Clarion, PennsylvaniaAt History of Clarion County, Pennsylvania, Redbank Township, Clarion, Pennsylvania, David Mercer settled the land west of the McKillip settlement. At his death the land was divided among his sons, Amos, George, Joseph, James, David, Johnson, Daniel, and Washington. Johnson still owns and resides on what is known as the old homestead.... The first saw mill was built by Henry Nolf, on Town Run. In 1830 John Shaffer built a mill on Pine Run, and as sawed lumber was in demand and timber land could be had by moving on it, others engaged in the same business. David Mercer built another mill on the same Run in 1835.

Children of David Mercer and Eve Kribbs

Citations

  1. [S249] U.S. Federal Census 1850 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 268. Dwelling 1860.

John Mercer

M, b. 3 June 1778, d. 1812
Father*Amos Mercer b. 8 Mar 1755, d. Apr 1816
Mother*Mary Mitchell Barnes b. 3 Nov 1756, d. 28 Jun 1797
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 June 1778John Mercer was born on 3 June 1778 at Cumberland, Pennsylvania.
He was the son of Amos Mercer and Mary Mitchell Barnes.
Death1812John Mercer died in 1812 at in the War of 1812.
Census DateLocationDescription
1800Wheatfield, Westmoreland, PennsylvaniaJohn Mercer was referenced on Amos Mercer's household in the 1800 Census at Wheatfield, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania; surname listed as Meser; living next door to Joseph Meser (Mercer); Free White Persons - Males - 16 thru 25: 2; Free White Persons - Males - 45 and over: 1; Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 15: 2; Free White Persons - Females - 45 and over: 1.

Jane Mercer

F, b. 14 January 1783, d. 5 July 1865
Father*Amos Mercer b. 8 Mar 1755, d. Apr 1816
Mother*Mary Mitchell Barnes b. 3 Nov 1756, d. 28 Jun 1797
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name6 April 1802As of 6 April 1802,her married name was Kelso.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth14 January 1783Jane Mercer was born at Cumberland or Venango, Pennsylvania, on 14 January 1783.
She was the daughter of Amos Mercer and Mary Mitchell Barnes.
Marriage6 April 1802Jane Mercer married Robert Kelso, son of Daniel Kelso and Mary McAllister, on 6 April 1802 at Venango, Pennsylvania, also reported as Crawford county, PA.
Death5 July 1865Jane Mercer died on 5 July 1865 at Washington, Tazewell, Illinois, at age 82.
Burialafter 5 July 1865She was buried after 5 July 1865 at Old Washington Cemetery (headstone also at Glendale Cemetery), Washington, Tazewell, Illinois.
Census DateLocationDescription
1800Wheatfield, Westmoreland, PennsylvaniaJane Mercer was referenced on Amos Mercer's household in the 1800 Census at Wheatfield, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania; surname listed as Meser; living next door to Joseph Meser (Mercer); Free White Persons - Males - 16 thru 25: 2; Free White Persons - Males - 45 and over: 1; Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 15: 2; Free White Persons - Females - 45 and over: 1.

Children of Jane Mercer and Robert Kelso

Robert Kelso

M, b. 26 December 1778, d. 21 October 1836
Father*Daniel Kelso b. 1743, d. 24 Dec 1816
Mother*Mary McAllister b. 1744
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 December 1778Robert Kelso was born on 26 December 1778 at New Boston, New Hampshire.
He was the son of Daniel Kelso and Mary McAllister.
Marriage6 April 1802Robert Kelso married Jane Mercer, daughter of Amos Mercer and Mary Mitchell Barnes, on 6 April 1802 at Venango, Pennsylvania, also reported as Crawford county, PA.
Death21 October 1836Robert Kelso died on 21 October 1836 at Rising Sun, Switzerland, Indiana, at age 57 also reported as 23 Oct 1832.
Burialafter 21 October 1836He was buried after 21 October 1836 at Log Lick Cemetery, Florence, Switzerland, Indiana.

Children of Robert Kelso and Jane Mercer

Mary or Polly Mercer

F, d. before 1816
Father*Amos Mercer b. 8 Mar 1755, d. Apr 1816
Mother*Mary Mitchell Barnes b. 3 Nov 1756, d. 28 Jun 1797
Life EventDateDescription
Mary or Polly Mercer was the daughter of Amos Mercer and Mary Mitchell Barnes.
Deathbefore 1816Mary or Polly Mercer died before 1816.

Mary Greenaway

F, b. 20 January 1665, d. 3 June 1723
Father*Major John Greene Jr. b. 15 Aug 1620, d. 27 Nov 1708
Mother*Anne Agnes Almy b. 26 Feb 1627, d. 6 May 1709
Mary Mercer signature 1718
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1687As of 1687,her married name was Mercer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth20 January 1665Mary Greenaway was born on 20 January 1665 at Portsmouth, St. Thomas, England.
She was the daughter of Major John Greene Jr. and Anne Agnes Almy.
Marriage1687Mary Greenaway married Thomas Mercer, son of Edward Mercer and Elizabeth Whitcher, in 1687 at Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England.
Probate12 May 1718Her estate was probated on 12 May 1718 at Chester, Pennsylvania, Estate of Thomas Mercer - executrix Mary Mercer.
Estate of Thomas Mercer - executrix Mary Mercer - Chester, PA 12 May 1718
Death3 June 1723Mary Greenaway died on 3 June 1723 at Westtown, Chester, Pennsylvania, at age 58.
Burialafter 3 June 1723She was buried after 3 June 1723 at Old Caln Friends Meeting Burial Ground, Coatesville, Chester, Pennsylvania.
DateLocationDescription
Chester, PennsylvaniaAt Chester, Pennsylvania, History of Chester County, Pennsylvania biography of Thomas Mercer including wife Mary and son Joseph and grandson Daniel (son of Thomas.)
History of Chester County, Pennsylvania - Thomas Mercer - died 1716
QuakerMary Greenaway was (an unknown value.)
17 March 1715Thornbury, Chester, PennsylvaniaShe witnessed the will of Thomas Mercer on 17 March 1715 at Thornbury, Chester, Pennsylvania; Chester County will Book A page 40
Thomas Mercer of Thornbury. 3/17/1715. 9/13/1716. A. 40. Provides for wife Mary. To eldest son Thomas after wifes decease or marriage, my new dwelling plantation containing my estate 238 acres. To son Thomas' son Daniel 1/2 of 500 acres of land in Marlborough which lieth next to Nathl Newlins land. To son Joseph the other 1/2 said 500 acres whereon son Thomas now lives. To my 3 daughters, viz Mary, Elizabeth and Ann, £20 each. To sons in law Wm. Pennil, Joseph Woodward and Joshua Peirce one pistole each. Remainder of moveables to wife and son Thomas. Executors: wife Mary. Witnesses: Francis Pullen, Thomas Pierson, Rose Pierson.1
30 April 1723West Town, Chester, PennsylvaniaMary Greenaway left a will on 30 April 1723 at West Town, Chester, Pennsylvania, Chester County Will No. 165 Will Book 1, Pg 151.

Children of Mary Greenaway and Thomas Mercer

Citations

  1. [S229] Pennsylvania Wills Chester County Wills, by Pennsylvania.

Elizabeth Whitcher

F, b. 1630, d. 12 December 1694
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 July 1648As of 25 July 1648,her married name was Mercer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1630Elizabeth Whitcher was born in 1630 at Aynho On The Hill, Northamptonshire, England.
Marriage25 July 1648She married Edward Mercer, son of Edward Mercer and Susanna (?), on 25 July 1648 at St. Gregory by St. Paul, London, England.
Death12 December 1694Elizabeth Whitcher died on 12 December 1694 at Aynho on the Hill, Northamptonshire, England.

Children of Elizabeth Whitcher and Edward Mercer

Ursala Mercer

F, b. 18 April 1649
Father*Edward Mercer b. 3 Jun 1626, d. 27 Jan 1697
Mother*Elizabeth Whitcher b. 1630, d. 12 Dec 1694
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationUrsala Mercer was also known as Ursulla.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth18 April 1649Ursala Mercer was born on 18 April 1649 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England.
She was the daughter of Edward Mercer and Elizabeth Whitcher.
Christening28 April 1649Ursala Mercer was christened on 28 April 1649 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton Parish, England; Father: Edward Mercer
Mother: Elizabeth.1
Baptism record of Ursulla Mercer 28 Apr 1649 Thorpe Mandeville, Northamptonshire, England

Citations

  1. [S410] Church of English church records parish registers, by Ancestry.com, Thorpe Mandeville Parish Registers 1559-1720.

Mary Mercer

F, b. 14 July 1651
Father*Edward Mercer b. 3 Jun 1626, d. 27 Jan 1697
Mother*Elizabeth Whitcher b. 1630, d. 12 Dec 1694
Life EventDateDescription
Christening14 July 1651Mary Mercer was christened on 14 July 1651 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England; Father: Edward Mercer
Mother: Elizabeth.1
Baptism record of Mary Mercer 14 Jul 1651 Thorpe Mandeville, Northamptonshire, England
Birth14 July 1651She was born on 14 July 1651 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England.
She was the daughter of Edward Mercer and Elizabeth Whitcher.

Citations

  1. [S410] Church of English church records parish registers, by Ancestry.com, Thorpe Mandeville Parish Registers 1559-1720.

Edward Mercer

M, b. 14 April 1653, d. 1654
Father*Edward Mercer b. 3 Jun 1626, d. 27 Jan 1697
Mother*Elizabeth Whitcher b. 1630, d. 12 Dec 1694
Life EventDateDescription
Christening14 April 1653Edward Mercer was christened on 14 April 1653 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton Parish, England; Father: Edward Mercer
Mother: Elizabeth.1
Baptism record of Edward Mercer 14 Apr 1653 Thorpe Mandeville, Northamptonshire, England
Birth14 April 1653He was born on 14 April 1653 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England.
He was the son of Edward Mercer and Elizabeth Whitcher.
Death1654Edward Mercer died in 1654 at Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England.

Citations

  1. [S410] Church of English church records parish registers, by Ancestry.com, Thorpe Mandeville Parish Registers 1559-1720.

Nathaniel Mercer

M, b. 17 April 1656, d. February 1657
Father*Edward Mercer b. 3 Jun 1626, d. 27 Jan 1697
Mother*Elizabeth Whitcher b. 1630, d. 12 Dec 1694
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 April 1656Nathaniel Mercer was born on 17 April 1656 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton, England.1
He was the son of Edward Mercer and Elizabeth Whitcher.
Christening20 April 1656Nathaniel Mercer was christened on 20 April 1656 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northampton Parish, England; Father: Edward Mercer
Mother: Elizabeth.1
Baptism record of Nathaniel Mercer 20 Apr 1656 Thorpe Mandeville, Northamptonshire, England
DeathFebruary 1657He died in February 1657 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northamptonshire, England.2
Burial18 February 1657He was buried on 18 February 1657 at Thorpe Mandeville, Aynho-on-the-Hill, Northamptonshire, England.2
Burial record of Nathaniel Mercer 18 Feb 1657 Thorpe Mandeville, Northamptonshire, England

Citations

  1. [S410] Church of English church records parish registers, by Ancestry.com, Thorpe Mandeville Parish Registers 1559-1720.
  2. [S410] Church of English church records parish registers, by Ancestry.com, Thorpe Mandeville Parish Registers 1559-1720. Image 62 of 67.