VAN CUREN/VAN KUREN/VAN KEUREN/VAN KURIN
And Related Families
OBITUARIES
Rachel Alexander (daughter of Henry Van Curen) was born Sep 25, 1825 in Genesee County, New York, and died Dec 20, 1891, aged 66 Yrs, 3 m, 15 d. She emigrated with her parents to Kosciusko County in 1840. She was married to George Hover in 1843, and to them 6 Children were born, all of whom survive her. In 1855 her husband died and she was again married in 1859 to William Alexander. This marriage was blessed with four children, all of whom are living. She united with the M E Church in 1845. She leaves an aged husband, 10 children, and 17 grandchildren. She is being buried at Morris Chapel Cemetary. The family gives thanks to the Pierceton Choir for their services at the funeral. Northern Indianan, Dec 29,1891
BAILEY, DONALD ALEXANDER ROBERT
Donald (Donnie) Bailey was born June 22,1934 at the first Bengough Union Hospital, the second of 2 boys (Joseph and Donald) born to Robert Bell Bailey and Elizabeth (Campbell) Bailey. He lived on the Joseph Bell Bailey farm (his grandfathers farm) and attended school at Valley Grove until 1947, at which time he moved to the Jim Day farm on SE-14-5-24 W2M. He finished grade 10 at Bengough School, then quit to help out on the farm. He worked for the Bengough Co-op, trucking fuel to farmers. In 1953 he started working for Jack and Rob Sillers at the Bengough Motors Garage, driving gas truck and school bus, and also helping Roy Morrison the mechanic work on vehicles at the garage.
On December 29,1955, he married Beulah Lorraine Vancuren at Carmichael United Church in Regina. The first 2 years of married life were spent in the town of Bengough; the first 3 months they lived at Ethel Cleland’s house just north of the railroad tracks. They moved to Andrew Nelson’s house on the south side of town, and then purchased a bunkhouse from a road crew by Pangman and moved to his mother’s farm in 1958, where he continued to farm and drive a school bus. He was driving a gas truck to Moosejaw to the BA Refinery each day, for a load of fuel for Louis Guse at the BA Service in Bengough, and then for L. Gee when he took over the BA business. He made these trips to Moosejaw in between trips with the school bus, until Beulah got her bus licence in 1967, to drive the school bus when he couldn’t.
In 1961 they bought the farmland from his mother and brother, but it was a very dry year, nothing but thistles grew, there was no harvest. He quit the garage job, and started raising cattle, pigs, chickens, ducks, turkeys and milking cows and selling milk and cream in Bengough. They both milked cows by hand for about 30 years. They also had a large vegetable garden every year, and worked together doing the farm work and driving the school bus. Most of their farm land is about 7 or 8 miles west of Bengough, this meant a lot of driving during seeding and harvest, going back to town to drive school bus, and then back to the field, then after a long day in the field back home to milk cows in the evening.
In 1964 he had the bad luck of getting Anthrax in the cattle herd and lost quite a few cattle. The local, provincial, and federal veterinaries were all very busy with this problem and they were told that the meeting of parliament in Ottawa was stopped to discuss the Anthrax outbreak at Don Bailey’s farm in Saskatchewan. He was never re-imbursed for the cattle lost, however it did prompt government to make a policy that would compensate other outbreaks in the future.
He drove the school bus from September 1, 1953 until September 24, 2003 making 50 years of driving, for 3 generations of children, and a lot of different buses and bus companies. In the late fifties and sixties he drove a Bombardier in the winter, carrying cream cans to deliver to town for a few families, also carrying coal to some who were snowed in. Donnie brought people to town who were sick, and also delivered groceries to people who were unable to get to town because of snow blocked roads. Once he brought a woman who was in labour to town during a blizzard. A ski on the Bombardier broke and he lost his direction for a while, but circumstances were such that he had to keep going. The baby boy (Miles) was born shortly after his mother was taken to the hospital. Donnie could have written a book on the many happenings during his 50 years of school bus driving.
In 1973 he purchased the Prescott land. He was blessed with a talent to witch for water. He used a willow branch and found sources of water for many farms. Donnie loved to fly and made many trips with his son Donald in the plane to check cows, check crops, or just enjoy the landscape. Even though when he was young he had experienced a minor plane crash with Frank Bailey, he was never afraid to go back up.
In 1987 some local farmers including Donnie formed a tree club and planted 150 miles of shelterbelts over the next three years, which have become landmarks across the fields. He loved the land, and enjoyed planting and harvesting his crops. Farming was not only his work, but also his joy. He was a true farmer in every sense of the word. Until he became ill in October 2003 he was still actively farming with his son, and also working with him in “Bailey’s Service Centre” along with his pit partner Cliff Adams.
Donnie was always ready to lend a helping hand, whether it was for family, a neighbour or friend, or even a stranger whose car had stopped on the highway. He could fix almost anything! Donnie was a proud, honest, caring, patient man. His family and the simple things in life were his priorities. He took pride in his everyday work, his vehicles, his animals, his farm and his family.
When work was done, Donnie knew how to relax. He loved music and loved to dance. He listened to old country western and blue grass music, and was known at times to get out the guitar or banjo and play a few chords by ear and sing along. The radio was always tuned into Scobey, Montana to check out the weather or just hear those old time western tunes. He enjoyed many fishing trips, playing cards and evenings out to celebrate special occasions with family and friends. When visitors came, he always took the time to stop and visit over coffee. In the mornings before taking the bus, he would go downtown to coffee row, here he could have toast and strawberry jam and learn the latest news of the day. Donnie and Beulah flew to Florida a few years ago to cruise to the Bahamas. We couldn’t picture Donnie in shorts on the beach, but the cowboy boots came off and they had a wonderful time. This past summer they went camping and touring in the states. They visited family and researched Ancestor history, creating a very memorable time for them both.
He was a member of the ELKS lodge for years. He curled for a few years, also won a few trophies at the Elks' fun spiels. He was on the United Church Board, School Board, Co-op Board, Roncott Wheat Pool Board, and 27 years on the Credit Union Board. He enjoyed farm life and travelling and just visiting with his children and grandchildren and friends. Baby sitting grandchildren and doing work for the family was one of his greatest loves.
He was a creature of habit; the smokes were in one shirt pocket, the peppermints in the other. He always had a jack knife and lighter with him, so that meant he was the official candle lighter at all family birthdays. If you had a tough present to open at Christmas, there was grandpa to the rescue with his jack knife. His favourite restaurant was Smitty’s, but no matter which restaurant he went to, if veal cutlets were on the menu that’s what he ordered.
Donnie’s patience with every aspect of life was phenomenal!!! His discipline with his children was done with a quiet understanding, never a harsh word or a raised voice and of course that also followed through with his grandchildren. Swearing or obscene words he never used, at least they were never heard by his family. He was a careful, and slow…. driver. It seemed to us that he took so long to get to where ever he went, but that’s because he was thinking about his precious cargo, especially in the school bus, and thinking about the care of the vehicle he was driving and of course of not breaking the law!!!!
All the grandchildren remember the peppermints in Grandpa’s pocket and the times they would curl up with their Grandpa in his recliner to share his nightly bowl of popcorn and fall asleep with his big hands holding them. He attended every event that his children were involved in, if he possibly could. That also included his grandchildren, so that meant…skating carnivals, hockey games, ball games, concerts, dance recitals, music festivals, track and field meets, and graduations.
He was always thinking of others and not of himself. He was always cheerful and positive, and had a way of making you see the brighter side of life. We will miss not seeing him, but he will never leave us. Each one of us is lucky enough to have a part of him in us, whether it is the long legs, smiling eyes, enduring patience or even the hair loss and Campbell nose. We are all so PROUD to have had such a HUSBAND, DAD, and GRANDPA in our lives.
Donnie passed away at his home on the farm at Bengough on January 30, 2004. He is predeceased by his parents Robert and Elizabeth Bailey, his father and mother in-law Jason and Marie Vancuren, a sister in-law Teresa Jensen, two brothers-in-law Gordon Frizell and Duayne Jensen.
He leaves to mourn his beloved wife Beulah, his children Donna (David) Hartley, Donald (Rhonda) Bailey, Zina (Leonard) Claffey, Wanda (Grant) Giraudier. His eleven grandchildren Richard, Lana and Tyron Hartley, Devin, Bobbie and Daniel Bailey, Clay and Jakob Claffey, Gregory, James and Gennene Giraudier, only brother Joe (Darlene) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral Service took place at the Bengough Knox United Church on February 3, 2004, with Rev. Robin Osborne officiating. Honorary Pallbearers were “All School Bus Drivers” and the Pallbearers were grandsons Richard Hartley, Tyron Hartley, Devin Bailey, Gregory Giraudier, Clayburn Claffey, and Jakob Claffey. The Music Ministry was led with guitar by soloist Grant Giraudier, singing “Grandpa Told Me So”, “Precious Memories, and “Just a Closer Walk with Thee”. With the organist Jean Little, the Knox United Choir sang “In the Bulb there is a Flower” and “Precious Lord take my Hand”. Richard Hartley gave the eulogy and Wanda Giraudier spoke of “The Memories”. The grandchildren brought up symbols of a few things that Grandpa held dear to his heart through out his life. Scripture Readers were Lana Hartley and Zina Claffey. Memorials in Donnie’s memory may be made to the Bengough Park’s Board to honour his love of children. Interment followed in the Bengough Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Ross Funeral Home, Assiniboia, Sask.
Mrs. Merna E. (Sites) Beaty, 87, died Jan. 17, in her daughter's home in Keokuk, Iowa.
Born Nov. 22, 1913, in Petersburg, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Isaac William and Blanch (Inman) Sites. She was also preceded in death by two husbands, John Wilson Van Curen, whom she married Dec. 24, 1936 and died in 1972, and Wilferd Wall Beaty whom she married in May 1973 in Keokuk and died in 1995.
Mrs. Beaty is survived by one daughter, Connie Van Curen of Keokuk; one brother, Verlon Sites of Roann, Ind.; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several stepchildren and stepgrandchildren; and other relatives, including Paul Iman, Gene and Imogene Brake, all of Petersburg.
Memorial services were Jan. 22, at Titus Funeral Home chapel, Warsaw, Ind. (2/6)
Hazel Smith Beerbower, 84, of Oak Hill, WV died on Monday, January 03, 2005 at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley, WV.
Born January 10, 1920 at Johnsdale, MN she was the fifth of eleven children born to the late Thomas Henry and Lizzie Ann (VanKeuren) Smith.
She was a retired beautician and homemaker.
Mrs. Beerbower was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Beckley, WV. Mr. and Mrs. Beerbower served a mission on a North Dakota Indian Reservation in 1982 - 1983. She was a 1937 graduate of Elk Point High School in North Dakota. She was an avid genealogist.
Hazel was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Oliver Wendell Beerbower on July 14, 1996; sisters, Alice Alouise Smith, Merilla Matilda Smith, Merna Sedy and Una Vela; brothers, Sylvester Syrenous, Cecil Syral, Millard Henry and Clifton Cleve Smith.
Survivors include daughter, Thelma Louise Callen and husband, Eugene John, of Albia, Iowa; brother, Ishmael Eugene Smith of Missouri; sister, Mildred Merdal Lane of Rock Island, IL; six grandchildren, fifteen great grandchldren and one great-great grandchild.
Visitation will be held at Tyree Funeral Home, Oak Hill on Wednesday, January 5, 2005, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm and on Thursday, January 6, 2005, at the church from 12:00 to 1:00 pm.
Services will be on Thursday, January 6, 2005, at 1:00 P.M. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Stanaford Acres in Beckley with Bishop Todd Matson and Bishop Clarence Brooks officiating. Entombment will be at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Prosperity WV.
Larry Lee Bucy, age 67, of Oak Harbor, Wash., passed away at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2009. He was born in Caldwell, Idaho, on Dec. 28, 1941, to Ray and Gertrude Van Curen) Bucy. He graduated from Wilder High School in 1959 and attended C of I and San Jose Bible College, where he met his future wife, Linda Ann Aubrey.
Larry married Linda in 1962. They farmed in Wilder until 1966 when he joined the Army. After serving three years, he returned to the family farm. Larry graduated from Boise Bible College in 1985 and began serving in full time ministry. He served churches in Caldwell, Redmond, Ore., Marysville, Wash., and most recently Island Christian Church in Oak Harbor.
He is survived by his wife Linda, daughter and son-in-law Laurie and Tom Shepherd of Milwaukie, OR; son and daughter-in-law Scott and Ann Bucy of Las Vegas, NV; three granddaughters, Aubrey LeeAnn, Brynn RayEllen and Hailey Marie; his father Ray Bucy of Wilder; sister and brother-in-law Marjorie and Ray MacDonald of Portland, OR and brother and sister-in-law John and Connie Bucy of Wilder, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He enjoyed fishing, gardening, photography and woodworking. Larry loved the Lord and his family. His life was an outstanding witness to his faith; he will be greatly missed.
A memorial service celebrating Larry's life will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, March 27, at Caldwell Christian Church, 3207 E. Ustick Road, Caldwell. The family invites you to join them after the service for dinner and additional celebration of Larry's life.
Red Cross Aide Dies Suddenly
Mrs. Burhans Was Leader of Legion Auxiliary
Mrs. F. Madeline Burhans, wife of Edward W. Burhans, eleven Watkins avenue, long active in the work of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Middletown Chapter, American Red Cross, died suddenly today at her home.
Mrs. Burhans, who was secretary of the American Legion Auxiliary here, was a member of Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church and the Westminster Circle. During the war she served on the Middletown Ration Baord and from time to time had held various political appointments with the Board of Elections. She was a member of the Middletown Community Concert Committee. Long active in Red Cross work here, she had served for eight years as part-time secretary at the King street headquarters of the organization.
She was born in Grahamsville, N.Y. on January ninetheenth, 1890, a daughter of Benjamin and Marietta Smith VanKeuren. She was married at Middletown to Edward W. Burhans, who is an electrical contractor here.
Surviving besides her husband is a brother, Orton S. VanKeuren of Puente, Calif.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon at two o'clock at the Burnett Funeral Home. The Rev. Alexander M. Warren will officiate. Burial will be in Wallkill Cemetery. The American Legion Auxiliary will conduct services at the funeral home on Thursday evening at eight o'clock. Friends may also call at that time. Middletown Times Herald, February 6, 1946
Garry Dwayne Close
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. — Garry Dwayne Close, 57, of Northampton, Mass., and formerly of Margaretville, N.Y., died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 1999, at the Veterans Medical Center, Northampton, Mass.
He was born Sept. 4, 1941, in Margaretville, N.Y., the son of Eldon Close and Nettie VanKeuren.
He was single. He served in the United States Air Force from Feb. 29, 1960, to Dec. 12, 1963.
He attended Margaretville Central School. He grew up on a dairy farm in Jones Hollow Road, town of Andes.
He is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Gilbert and Susan Close of Downsville; three sisters, Mrs. Eugene (Catherine) Davis of Trenton, Fla., Mrs. Dorothy Truesdell of Oneonta and Mrs. Leonard (Betty) Utter of Margaretville; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by one sister, Janet Marie Weaver on Sept. 14, 1976.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 27, 1999, at 2 p.m. at Hynes Funeral Home, Margaretville, N.Y., with the Rev. S. Hayden Walsh officiating. Committal services will be in the spring at Andes Cemetery, Andes.
Calling hours will be held Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m. when the family will be in attendance at the Hynes Funeral Home.
Contributions may be made in memory of Garry to the Memorial Fund of the Advent Christian Church, Margaretville, N.Y.
Funeral arrangements are by the Hynes Funeral Home, Margaretville.
Andes – Mrs Nettie Close, 72, of Jones Hollow Town of Andes, died Monday, Dec 30, at the Margretville Memorial Hospital, after a long illness. She was born April 8, 1902, a daughter of Phillip and Catherine (Alexander) Van Keuren of Andes. She was married to Eldon Close on Feb 24, 1921, at her home in Andes. He died in 1965.
She was a member of the Advent Church in Margaretville. Mrs Close is survived by four daughters, Mrs Catherine Davis of South Kortright, Mrs Dorothy Truesdale of Hobart, Mrs Betty Utter of Margaretville, and Mrs Janet Weaver of Binghampton; two sons, Gary Close of North Hanpton, Mass, and Gilbert Close of Downsville; and a sister, Mary Ann Gerkin, of Delhi; 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan 2, at the Advent Church, Margaretville, with the Rev George Boatwright officiating. Burial will be at Andes Cemetery. Friends may call at the Jester Funeral Home in Andes, at their convenience. 1975
Henry Davie, 82, a founder of Pilgrim Holiness Church, Oneonta, died Monday Morning in Oriskany Falls. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Pilgrim Holiness Church, 80 Valleyview Street. Friends may call at the Howard Funeral Chapel. The family will be in attendance at the chapel from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Thursday.
Mr Davie was born in Granton in 1871. He served his apprenticeship at the Walton Foundry, before moving to Schenectady, where he worked at the General Electric Company. He married Mary E Van Keuren+ Oct 31, 1892, in Walton Baptist Church. During his residence for several years in Walton, Mr Davie worked at the Tichner Culner Iron Works. Mrs Davie died in Oneonta in 1936. In 1913, Mr Davie attended a meeting of interested persons in the old Wilbur Park, that resulted in the creation of Oneonta Pilgrim Holiness Church.
Mr Davie is survived by the following sons and daughters:
Mrs Vera M Hueston, Oriskany Falls; R G Davie Oneonta, a roofing contractor; the Rev R B Davie, pastor of the First Baptist Church, Georgetown; Henry Davie, Oriskany, Oneida County Director of Civil Defense; Mrs Merl Galusha, Schenectady, wife of Merl Galusha, production manager of WGRB; and S C Davie, Newburgh, a building contractor. 1953
+(Note: Henry actually married Mary E Mullen, daughter of Mary E Van Keuren and Frank Mullen.)
TRENTON, Fla. — Catherine "Kay" Viola (Close) Davis, 75, of Trenton, Fla., a longtime Delaware County resident, died Friday, May 7, 1999, at North Regional Hospital, Gainsville, Fla.
Catherine was born May 15, 1923, to the late Eldon and Nattie (VanKuren) Close of Margaretville.
She was a graduate of Margaretville High School.
She married F. Eugene Davis on Feb. 14, 1942. She worked at Astrocom Electronics until retiring in 1969.
Surviving besides her husband are two sons, Charles Davis of Grand Gorge and Keath Davis of Walton; two sisters, Dorothy Truesdell of Oneonta and Betty Utter of Margaretville; a brother, Gilbert Close of Downsville; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held at the Advent Christian Church, Margaretville, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 1999, with the Rev. Hayden Walsh officiating.
D. Marie Day, 90, of Bainbridge Island died Friday in Poulsbo.
She was born in Kingston to Charles and Mabel (Garl) VanKeuren. On Nov 17, 1961, she married Truman H. Day. She enjoyed HAMM radio, fishing, quilting, rock hunting, gardening, cutting firewood and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Howard; brothers, Wayne, Lynn, Lyle, Stan, Ronald, Donald and Harold; and sisters, Vivian, Bonita and Claire.
Survivors include her son, Dwayne Russell; daughter, Karen Bonds; brother, Cecil VanKeuren; grandchildren, Colleen, Kathleen, Jeni, Jace, Roni, Tamara and Kelby; and great-grandchildren, Bryson, Andrew, Jade, Elizabeth, Michael, Nadiah, Ahanah, Jermaine, Mallory, Tate and Dalton.
Memorial service: 2 p.m. Thursday at The Stone Chapel. Online memorial: www.lewischapel.com.
Mrs Ida May Decker. Pine Bush, Aug 31 – Mrs Ida May Decker, 73, died at Middletown Sanitariumon Saturday, after a short illness. She was born May 7 1877, to the town of Crawford, a daughter of Orville and Augusta Shafer Van Keuren. She had lived here all her life and was a member of the Methodist Church and the Pythian Sisters, Surviving are a daughter, Mrs Helen Barton; a son, Alton Decker, of Pine Bush; a sister, Anna Eastman of Washingtonville; a brother, Orville Van Keuren, of Pine Bush. Funeral services were held at the late home at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon, with Rev W Stanley Risch officiating. Interment was at New Prospect Cemetery by Everett B Scott. Bearers were Edgar Eckert, George Stanton, Karl Gihr, Harold France, Charles Crist, and Leon Kinsey.
Vol. 23, pg. 52. May 11, 1924. "Husband Dead in Italy"
"Advices were received in Syracuse yesterday announcing the death of Giovan
Battista Dell'Osso, husband of Laura Van Kuren, former member of the music
faculty of the College of Fine Arts, at the home of his mother, Signora
Raffaella Nitta Dell'Osso at Sorrento. Mrs. Van Kuren-Dell'Osso, who lives at
Rome, was at Florence at the time of his death and left immediately for
Sorrento. Miss Van Keuren and Mr. Dell'Osso were married at Rome soon after
Miss Van Kuren's retirement from the university faculty. A year later their
separation was announced and Mrs. Dell'Osso continued her residence at Rome
with her mother, Mrs. Carrie LOVELAND Van Kuren, who acompanied her daughter to
Italy. Mrs. Dell'Osso and Mrs. Van Kuren have entertained many Syracusans at
their home at Rome since taking up their residence there."
Patricia D. Douglas
Patricia “Mimzie” Dale Douglas, 43, of Berryville, died Thursday, Feb. 21, 2002, of cancer.
Ms. Douglas was born Feb. 7, 1959, in Washington, D.C., the daughter of A. Hugh Douglas Jr. and Jean Van Curen Douglas. She grew up in Haiti, Turkey, Vietnam, the Phillippines, Spain and Venezuela.
She graduated in 1978 from Grier School in Pennsylvania and earned a B.A. degree in English from the University of Rhode Island in 1982.
She was an administrative assistant at the Smithsonian Institution and Shenandoah University. She was recently with the Waterford Foundation.
Surviving with her parents, of Newport, R.I., are a sister, Sandra Pumroy of Paw Paw, W.Va.; and two brothers, A. Hugh Douglas III of Vienna and Stephen Douglas of Nashville, Tenn.
Money & King Funeral Home, Vienna, is handling arrangements.
EVERETT, KATHERINE VAN KEUREN - Katherine Van Keuren Everett, on December 29, 2000 in Somers, NY. Predeceased by her husband, Martin R. Everett and her daughter, Elizabeth Everett Hunt, she is survived by her son, Martin R. Everett, Jr, of Mt. Kisco, NY, two granddaughters, and a great-grandson. Formerly of Lime Rock, CT and of East Orange, NJ, where she gave piano lessons for many years. Memorial service 11 am Saturday, May 12, at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, 191 South Greeley Avenue, Chappaqua, NY. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Nature Conservancy, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA, 22203.
Published: Sunday, April 29th, 2001
Edith M Gaughan, 65, formerly of 47 Burnside Ave, Oneonta, died Wednesday, Aug 19, at Fox Hospital, Oneonta, following a lengthy illness. She was born May 26, 1916, in West Exeter, the daughter of Charles and Mable (Skillen) Van Curen. She married Phillip J Gaughan, Nov 8, 1941, in Worcester. He died Feb 15, 1971.
She was an employee of Fairfield Apparel Inc, Oneonta, until her retirement in 1975. She was a lifelong area resident. Mrs Gaughan is survived by her two brothers, Lawrence Van Curen, 11 Rose Ave; and George L Van Curen, 19 Ceperley Ave; a sister, Mrs Fred (Dorothy) Beams, Schenevus, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m., Friday, Aug 21, at Lewis Funeral Home, Oneonta, with the Rev William H Rambo, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, Oneonta, officiating. Burial will be in Plains Cemetery, Oneonta. Friends may call after 2 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home. The family will be in attendance 7 to 9 p.m. 1981
MERWIN GEORGE, 81, of Arkville died Saturday, Feb 7, 1998, at Margaretville Memorial Hospital, Margaretville. He was born June 22, 1916 in Arkville, the son of Linley George and Mabel Van Valkenburg. He married Mabel Van Keuren on Dec 31, 1934 at Highland. He wasa lifelong area resident and was affiliated with his father in the feed and coal business for 38 years. In later years he was appointed to the Board of Water Supply Commission. He was also a state inspector at Monticello Raceway and later a mutual clerk at the raceway. Memberships include the Margaretville Masonic Lodge 389, Arksville Fire Department for 29 years, manager for the American Legion baseball program for several years, and served on the Mid(end of sentence cut off). Margaretville Masonic Lodge will conduct a service Tuesday, prior to the 1 p.m. funeral service
Mrs. Jane Van Keuren Gibb, widow of Eleazer W. Gibb, died, Monday
afternoon, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wisner Seeley, at Van
Burenville, aged sixty-two years. She had been in failing health for four
months, and her final illness was of five days' duration. Death was due to
a complication of diseases.
Mrs. Gibb was born at West Hurley, Ulster county. She was a daughter of
Tjerick and Elizabeth (Sinsabaugh) Van Keuren. She resided in the town of
Wallkill nearly all of her life. March 30th, 1866, she married Mr. Gibb,
who had served with distinction in the civil war. He died Dec. 7th, 1889.
Five children were born to them, of whom three survive: Emma I., wife of
Wisner Seeley, with whom the deceased made her home; Daniel, of Jersey City,
and Charles A., of this city. Charlotte, wife of George Gregory, died
several years ago, and Benjamin died in infancy.
Mrs. G.W. Decker, of the town of Wallkill, is a sister of the deceased.
Mrs. Harriet Scofield and Mrs. Emily Doloway, both deceased, were also
sisters. The late Harvey Van Keuren was a brother.
Mrs. Gibb was a faithful christian and a devoted mother, and "her children
rise up and call her blessed." Middletown Daily Argus, Middletown, NY, July 19, 1898
James Renwick Gibson Jr, one of the most active members of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, died at his residence in this city on Tuesday evening, March 4th, 1890, and was buried the following Thursday in the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery at Tarrytown. He was born at No. 4 Albion Place, New York, on the 22nd of October, 1833, and was therefore, at the time at the time of his death, in the fifty-seventh year of his age. His grandfather, James Gibson, was a native of Scotland, and married Jean Morrison of Orange County, NY, who was connected with the Dennistons, and through them related to Gov George Clinton, with whom he was also connected through his mother’s family. He was the son of James Renwick Gibson, a volunteer of the War of 1812, a native of this cit, who died Mar 26th, 1890, at the age of 98 years. His mother was Catharine Van Keuren, also born in this city and a direct descendant of the Van Bommels, Delameters, Ten Eycks, and DeWitts. Matthys Jan Van Keulen (now Van Keuren), her proto-ancestor in this country, held a patent for about 100 acres near Kingsbridge, on the upper end of Manhattan, in 1646. He subsequently lived at Albany and forfeited the land through non-residency. It was confirmed to heirs, however, in 1700, and was afterwards revoked and became the property of the Dyckmans. Mr Gibson, after finishing his education in this city, engaged in business with his father, the senior member of Gibson and Case, on Front Street. After remaining here for a time, he traveled abroad, in company with Mr Hastings Grant, then librarian of the Mercantile Library, of New New York, and for a short period, Comptroller under Mayor Edson. “He visited most of the libraries of the Old World and cultivated a naturally keen literary taste, the exercise of which was of great pleasure to him in after years.” In the early period of his life, Mr Gibson became interested in early English literature, especially the productions of the poets, dramatist, essayists, and some of the quaint religious writers, among whom he was especially fond of Jeremy Taylor, who with Herbert and old Isaac Walton were favorites who could not be displaced even by the exacting requirements of genealogical research, which became the object of such an absorbing enthusiasm in his later life. He first became interested in genealogical studies about 1881, in connection with the completion and publication of the genealogy of the Lathrop family, of which Mrs Gibson was a member. In his search for facts for this work, he visited old Barnstable, Mass, and there became a member of the Cape Cod Historical Society, which at that time(1882) was in its infancy. After the publication of the Lathrop Genealogy, Mr Gibson commenced to collect material for a complete genealogy of his mother’s family, the Jansen-Van Keuren, and at the time of his death this work was nearly completed. He also had in preparation a valuable genealogical paper on that branch of the Tappen family from which the wife of Governor George Clinton was descended. Among his manuscripts are also full memoranda of the various branches of the Van Steenburg family, all of which are descended from a daughter of his first maternal ancestor in this country, Mathys Jansen van Keulen(Van Keuren). For many years Mr Gibson has contributed valuable genealogical and historical matter to the public press, much of which, owing to its anonymous character, it is now impossible to identify. After the “Journals of Officers in Sullivan’s Expedition against the Indians” had been published by the State, several years ago, Mr Gibson discovered another relating to that movement – that of Capt Tjerck Beekman, a cousin of his mother. It was in poor condition and required much labor to decipher and copy accurately. He accomplished this work, however, and it was published in the “Magazine of American History”. He also annotated and published in the “Record” the old “mess account” of the same officer, as well as a valuable paper on “Some records of the Beekman family”. He spent much time in studying the original records of some of our older churches, and transcribed several of them with his own hand – namely those of Deer Park, Cortlandtown, Goodwill(Orange Co), New Hamburgh and Fishkill. Mr Gibson became a member of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society in 1886, and from that time until his death, in both an official and private capacity, labored for the promotion of its interests. He was also a Corresponding Member of the “Minisink Valley Historical Society and a member of the “Sons of the Revolution”. In 1868 he began the real estate business at 77 Cedar Street, and remained a tenant of that building until the time of his death, one of his early office associates there being Robert Maclay, now president of the Knickerbocker Ice Company. On the 26th of September, 1860, he married Mary C, daughter of the late Dwight Lathrop Junior, member of the dry goods house F S & D Lathrop, a well known firm of this city forty years ago. Mr Gibson left one son, Robert Renwick Gibson, of this city. New York Genealogical and Biographical Record, April, 1890.
Mrs Albert Gillmore. Mrs Carrie E Gilmore, lifelong resident of Savona, Passed away Saturday, December 18, at the Bath Memorial Hospital, after a lingering illness. She was the daughter of Joshua and Mary Parker Van Keuren, born in Sonora, Jul 20, 1868. She married Albert Gillmore in the Methodist Parsonage in Savona, Feb 10, 1889, living her entire life in and around Savona. She was a member and faithful attendant of Savona Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs Clarence Buckley; three grandsons, Wesley, Arthur, and James Barkley; a great grandson, Gordon Barkley, all of Savona; a brother Frank Van Keuren of Penn Yan, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral from Mulliken Funeral Home Tuesday, Dec 21, at 2PM, Rev John E Starr of Hornby officiating, assisted by Rev Harold C Loughhead, Pastor of Savona Federated Church. Burial was in Seamans Cemetery. Steuben Courier, December 24, 1948.
Local deaths Max Girch 79, Mechanic and Truck Driver
Max L. Girch, 79, of Grand Island died Friday, June 29, 2001, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Livingston-Sondermann Funeral Home. The Rev. George Wheat will officiate. Burial will be in the Grand Island City Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to service time Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.
Mr. Girch was born on Oct. 12, 1921, at Arapahoe to Vernon and Helen (Mills) Girch. He attended school in Arapahoe and graduated from Arapahoe High School in 1941.
He served in the U.S. Army Air Force as an airplane and engine mechanic from 1942 to 1943.
He married Margret VanKeuren on Nov. 1, 1952, in Hastings. Mrs. Girch died in 1983.
Mr. Girch worked as a mechanic and later was a self-employed gravel-truck driver. He retired in 1986 and then worked for Titan's Security until he became ill in 2001.
His hobbies included reading, motorcycles, bowling, hunting and fishing.
He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, which he served as a trustee.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Roy Dale "John" and Lorraine Girch of Arapahoe; and one niece, Linda Hitchcock of Hastings.
Annette J. VanCuren-Goodson 40, of Notus, slipped into rest on February 23rd. 2007 after a long and hard fought battle with cancer. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on February 28th 2007 at Flahiff Funeral Chapel, Caldwell. Inurnment will follow at Lower Boise Cemetery, Parma.
Annette was born, Monday, August 15th, 1966 in Salt Lake City, Utah to William Robert VanCuren and Kathleen Adele VanCuren. Annette and family lived in numerous residences across the Treasure Valley in her very early years. Annette's parents divorced when she was 7 years old. Her mother, Kathleen later married the man Annette was to lovingly call her Dad, Terry Lee Simerson, of Payette. Annette was raised through her formative years in Notus, Idaho with her Mom, Kathie and her Dad, Terry. Annette attended Notus schools with her siblings and friends until her junior year of high school. At that point she married Richard Ray Anderson now of Boise, Idaho and had her first child, Joshua Ray Anderson of Boise, Idaho. In 1990 Annette married John Peralez of Caldwell, Idaho. Annette and John had three children Nichole Jean, Ashley Marie and Tyler Lee all of Notus. Annette and John Divorced in 1996. Annette started a day care out of her home in Notus (Country Home Daycare). She continued to run her daycare when she moved to Middleton and bought her and her family a home. In 1998 Annette met her devoted-knight in shining armor Ryan Michael Goodson, of Notus. Annette and Ryan moved into the Goodson residence on Galloway road in 2001. In May of 2005 Ryan adopted Annette's children and gave them his last name. They have shared their love and their lives as a family with each other ever since.
Annette is survived by her parents, Kathie and Terry Simerson of Payette County. Grandparents, Kenny and June Brown of Rogue River, Oregon. Her other parents Eddie and Mahala Goodson of Notus. Children, sons Joshua Ray Anderson, Tyler Lee Goodson of Notus, Troy Ryan and wife Jennifer Goodson of Littleton, Colorado. Daughters Nichole Jean Goodson, Ashley Marie Goodson of Notus and Rebecca Goodson of Caldwell. Granddaughters Lillian Nevada and Alexia Riley Caldwell, Idaho. Brothers Brian and Sarah VanCuren of Middleton, Christopher Carl VanCuren of Roseberg, Oregon. Half brothers Charles R. VanCuren and Chris G. VanCuren both of Soldotna, Alaska, and Danny Enderson of Portland, Oregon. Sisters Marilyn Kay Jason of Nampa, Kyra Lusk of Notus and Malee and Paul Thomas of Notus, and half sister Debbie Enderson of Portland, Oregon. Annette is survived by many aunts and uncles to whom she was much endeared, as well as many nieces and nephews who lovingly referred to her as Aunt Net.
Annette was preceded in death by her Father, William Robert VanCuren, her Grandfather James Trimmer, her Uncle Clyde Trimmer and her half brother Gary Enderson.
In lieu of flowers, Annettes' wishes were that donations be put in a college fund for her children in care of Wells Fargo Bank of Caldwell.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the entire Notus community for all of their outpouring of kindness, love and support.
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Idaho Press Tribune on 2/26/2007.
John O. Hall, 44, of Stone Falls Rd., Dansville, died Wednesday (May 12, 1982) in Arnot Ogden Hospital at Elmira following a long illness.
Born in Hume, he had lived in the Dansville area for the past 20 years. He formerly was employed at the Everman Farms here. He was a member of the Dansville Free Methodist Church.
Surviving are his wife, the former Doris VanCuren; two sons, Richard VanCuren and Shawn Hall, both of Springwater; two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Dunn of Richmondville, N.Y., and Laura Hall at home; his father, Harry Hall of Dansville; three brothers, Robert of Penn Yan, Stephen and Edward, both of Dansville; two sisters, Edith and Elizabeth, both of Dansville; four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Chamberlin Funeral Home here a service will be conducted Friday at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan. (GCE, May 13, 1982, p12)
Mrs O P Houck died at her home near this village last Friday, after a lingering illness of several weeks. She leaves her husband, one son, and three daughters to mourn her death, besides three sisters and three brothers. Mrs Houck was a member of the M E Church of this village, a loving wife and mother, was loved and respected by all who knew her. The funeral was held Monday from the Church at 2PM. Burial at Savona. The Steuben Advocate, 1922
Sonora – Oliver P Houck, a lifelong resident of this community, died yesterday. He was almost 80. Interment will be at Seamans Cemetery, Savona. His wife, Lucina E, also died this year. The Steuben Advocate, Oct 18, 1922.
Oliver Houck, a highly respected farmer of Sonora, died at the home of his son Friday Morning of Pneumonia. He was 79 years old and well known in Savona. He leaves 3 daughters: Mrs Katherine Robinson, Coopers; Mrs Ella Conley and Mrs Ora Evans and one son Abel, of Sonora. Funeral was held Saturday. Funeral was held Sunday at 2PM at the M E Church, Sonora, Rev C H Nash officiated. Burial was in Seamans Cemetery, Savona. The Steuben Advocate, Oct 21, 1922
Oliver P and Lucina E Van Keuren Houck lived near Sanford Lake and both died there. They raised 4 children: Abel, and 3 girls; Kitty, who married Lorenzo Robinson, Ora, who married George Evans; and Ella, who married John Conley. The Steuben Courier, Nov 7, 1941
Ardith L. Van Curen Houk, 83, of Nampa, died at a Caldwell care center. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2008 at Flahiff Funeral Chapel, Caldwell. Interment will follow at Canyon Hill Cemetery, Caldwell. Ardith was born in Wilder, Idaho on Sept. 23, 1924, to Bennie Royse and Jessie (Van Sickle) Van Curen. The family moved to the Lake Lowell community in 1930. Education was a passion of Ardith's. The first of her education began at Lake Lowell Grade School. She graduated from Caldwell High School with honors in 1942. She graduated from the College of Idaho magna cum laude in 1946 with a double major in chemistry and French. After completing college, Ardith relocated to San Francisco to work as an assistant research chemist. She returned to Idaho in 1948 and attended a business education school and worked as a secretary/bookkeeper. On March 18, 1951, Ardith married the boy next door, Earl J. Houk. They lived on the family farm until moving to Nampa in 2002. Ardith and her husband had two daughters, and when both girls were in school, Ardith returned to the C of I to earn a teaching certificate in math. She taught college-prep math at Homedale High School. After her retirement, Ardith enjoyed tole painting, traveling with Earl and spending time with her family. She is survived by Earl, her husband of 57 years; a daughter and son-in-law, Mary and John Finch; two granddaughters and their husbands, Lisa and Luis Sanchez, and Karen and Barry Bean; and two great-grandchildren, Alex and Katie Sanchez. She was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers, and a daughter, Cathy. The family wishes to thank Ronda Aubrey and her family, Accent Hospice and the staff of Abundant Living for the loving care they provided Ardith. Memorials may be made to Idaho-Eastern Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation, 70 N. Latah, Boise, Idaho, 83706, or another favorite charity. Idaho Statesman, 19 Mar, 2008
Emma L Barker Huggins, Mt Pleasant, Mich., died Monday, Oct. 9, 2000, at her residence. The eldest of four children, she was the daughter of the late Edwin W and Nellie G Van Curen Barker, and was the widow of Merle T Huggins, who died in 1990. After graduating from Logan High School, she moved to Mt Pleasant and was employed at the Isabella State Bank in Mt Pleasant. She later graduated from Central Michigan College and was subsequently employed as teacher and librarian at Vestaburg Local School in Vestaburg, Mich. She was active in the Retired Teachers Association and also served with the Meals on Wheels program. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs Roy(Patricia Sue) Robinson; a sister, Jean L Barker of Honolulu; Two Brothers, Phil A(Mildred) Barker of Davis, Cal., and Vance(Rose) Barker of Whitehall; and a dear and faithful friend, Julie Laity of Rosebush, Mich. In keeping with Huggin’s wishes, she will be cremated and interred at Michigan State University’s East Lawn Memory Gardens with her husband. There will be no services. Oct 11, 2000
Mrs James A Jamieson, highly esteemed resident of 202 Forest St, Dunnville, passed away at her home on Monday morning, Apr 11th, after a few months illness. Mrs Jamieson was a daughter of Mr and Mrs Melvin Van Keuren, and was born in the town of Dunn 65 years ago. In 1909 she was united in marriage to James A Jamieson of Wellandport, where they resided before coming to Dunnville. For some years they operated a general store at Boyle, returning to Dunnville three years ago. The late Mrs Jamieson was a member of the Baptist Church. Surviving besides her husband are three brothers, James, William, and George Van Keuren, all of Brantford; and two sisters, Mrs Frank Dashwood (Nellie) and Mrs John Lester (Ida)of Dunnville. The late Mrs Jamieson is at the Ballard Funeral Home, Dunnville, where Rev E C Smith of First Baptist Church will conduct the Funeral Service on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Interment will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Dunnville. The Pall Bearers were Messrs Earl Lampman, Richard Grills, Hugh Graham, Frank Vasbinder, Ross Bowden, and Arthur Gibbs. Dunnville Press, April 13th, 1949.
Della May Long, Widow of William Long, died Sunday, October 22, at her home, 21 West William St, at the age of 87. She was born Oct 4, 1863 in the town of Bath daughter of Seth and Catherine Austin Van Keuren. Surviving are two daughter, Mrs Maude Beyea, Penn Yan, and Mrs Flossie Connell, Bath. Funeral services were held at 2PM Wednesday, from the Bond Funeral Home. The Rev Edward Gunther, Pastor of the Bath Baptist Church of which Mrs Long was a member, officiated. Burial was at Nondage Cemetery. Steuben Advocate, Nov 3, 1950
Mildred(Micki) Maden, 82, of Boise, died Saturday, Sep 24, 2005 in a local hospital of natural causes. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM Thursday, Sept 29, 2005 at Cavalry First Assembly of God. Pastor Jackie Marshall of Hillcrest Trinity Assembly of God will officiate. The committal service will be held at 3PM at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. Friends may call at the Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, Sep 28, from 9AM until 8:30PM. Mildred was born Sep 26, 1922 in Cameron, Wisconsin, the daughter of Russell Eustus and Minnie Agnes Snider Van Curen. She received her education in Wisconsin and Ontario, Oregon. On Jun 30, 1973, Mikki married Clarence Stanlt Maden at University Christian Church in Boise. They lived in Boise and for the last 14 years have spent their winters in Yuma, AZ. In 1985 Mikki retired from her job as a telephone and radio operator for the National Guard. Prior to that, she worked at the State Tax Commission and Legal Aid of Idaho. She loved to sing and dance and was a great bowler in her younger days. Mikki was committed to God's work and she especially loved bringing music into Nursing Homes in Boise. She was a member of Cavalry First Assembly of God since 1960. She and Clarence were active in their neighborhood Association and a former member of ABWA and Women Aglow.
Survivors include her husband of 32 years, Clarence Maden, Boise; her children, Steven Sanderson and his wife Phyllis, of Boise, Lata Weyenberg, Wenatchee, Wash., Dawn Agrisani and her husband Basil, of Las Vegas, NV, Clifford Aldrich and his wife Maggie, Tucson, AZ, and Carrie Turnbull, Wenatchee, Wash; her stepchildren, Stanley Maden and his wife Melissa, Caldwell, Steven Maden, Boise, Susan Wisdom, Kalispell, Montana, and Ronald Maden, Phoeniz, Ariz.; 15 grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death byher oldest son Russell, who died in 1981 at the age of 41.
Mom lived with chromic Leukemia for the last 11 years and made it through the ongoing chemo treatments surprisingly well. She suffered terrible pain from 3 disintegrating disks in her lower back, and still managed to joke, laugh, and be cheerful. She had an ongoing problem with ventricular fibrillation, and in spite of it was upbeat most of the time. She was devoted to her husband, Clarence, and didn't know a stranger. All of us children owe a major part of our good nature, optimistic outlook, and sense of humor to our mom. Memorials are suggested to Cavalry First Assembly of God, 102 N 18th St, Boise, Idaho 83702. Idaho Statesman, 27 Sep, 2005
Westbrookville, March 16 Special – Nathan McDowell, 70, who was dragged unconscious from his burning home here Friday, February 27, died from the burns and shock at his home here Sunday. A stroke which he had suffered five weeks ago hastened his death. On Friday, February 27, as told in The Herald at the time, the McDowell home was discovered on fire by neighbors. Eugene Rhodes, father of Sheriff Fletcher E Rhodes, rushed into the blazing building and dragged Mr McDowell out, who was unconscious, and whose clothing was afire. The building was burned to the ground. Mr McDowell, who was alone in the house, was badly burned about the face and neck. Nathan Richard McDowell was born at Westbrookville, April 25, 1854, son of Martin C McDowell and Martha Baker McDowell, and was a lifelong resident of this place. He was married at Otisville February 28, 1880 to Alvira Van Keuren. Surviving are his wife and nine children, Oscar D McDowell of Kings Port, L.I.; Viola, wife of Archibald Page of Westbrookville; Orin L of Otisville; Edward L of Westbrookville; Chalania, wife of Harry McBride of Fallsburgh; V M McDowell of Middletown; Asa A of Westbrookville; William N McDowell of Middletown; and Stanley McDowell of Westbrookville. The funeral will be held at the Methodist Church at 2 O’clock Wednesday afternoon, in charge of Rev Theodore Ether. Interment (rest is illegible). The Middletown Daily Herald, Mar 16, 1925
WAYNE DANIEL MCKENLEY SR.
Barryville, N.Y.
Wayne Daniel McKenley Sr., a buyer/bidder for A. Alport & Sons of Fallsburg, and a longtime area resident, died Saturday, November 22, 2003 at his home in Barryville. He was 48.
Wayne was the son of the late Joan Van Keuren, and was born November 15, 1955 in Atlanta, Ga.
He married Connie Breen McKenley on August 8, 1976 in St. John's Church of Monticello.
A family statement reads: "Wayne had a lust for life and his family, which included being an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of the Wednesday Night Men's Bowling League at Liberty Lanes as well as a member of the Eldred Mountain Stream Rod and Gun Club, Inc."
Survivors include his beloved wife of 27 wonderful years, Connie Breen McKenley, at home; one son, Wayne McKenley Jr. also at home; one daughter, Karalee McKenley and her fiance, Heath Bucksbee, of Narrowsburg; one brother, Jack McKenley and his wife, Bonnie, of Ohio; two sisters, Debra Perry and Frank of Ansonia, Conn., and Sandra Specht and her husband, Richard, of Monticello; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 25 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc. Funeral Home, 195 Broadway, Monticello.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, November 26 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. The Rev. Ninon Hutchinson will officiate.
Burial will be in The Van Keuren Cemetery, of Monticello.
Memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association.
Funeral arrangements were made by the VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc., Funeral Home of Monticello.
Barney Pioneer Dies Saturday.
McLaughlin Services To Be Tuesday.
Phinies Peter McLaughlin, Barney, died at St Francis Hospital Friday. Funeral Services will be conducted at the Vertin Chapel here at 2 p.m. Teusday, with Rev. P.A. Gisvold officiating and burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Born November 24, 1867 in Maine, he came to Richland County in 1898, to engage in farming near Barney. He was married April 1, 1927 (error - m. 1913) to Viola Van Curen. Mrs McLaughlin died April 1, 1927. He is survived by six daughters, Mrs Herman Muehler (Alma), Fairmont; Mrs George Harvego (Opal), Rothsay, Minn; Mrs Alfred Berg (Edith), Colfax; Mrs Lyle Coburn (Ethlin), Kalamazoo, Mich; Mrs Clifford Johnson (Lillian), Campbell, Minn; and Mrs Donald Price (Flossie), Rosbolt, SD. Mr McLaughlin had been a patient at St Mary's Hospital in Wahpeton for several days and had been taken to St Francis Hospital for surgery when he passed away. April 8, 1949
NEWBURG, N.Y., Dec. 6.--This morning James Van Keuren Miller, aged 45 years, was found frozen to death near Burnside, Orange County. He leaves a widow and four children. New York Times, Dec 7, 1886
MIDDLETOWN, N.Y., Feb. 24 -- When Miss Margaret Van Keuren Miller, a well known resident of Walden, a few miles from here, was informed that it would be necessary for her to undergo an operation in order to regain her health she went to her room and committed suicide by hanging. Feb 25, 1926, New York Times
Laura J. Murran of Monticello, a former telephone operator for the New York Telephone Company and a lifelong area resident, died Saturday, July 27, 2002, at the Achieve Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (the former Walnut Mountain Care Center) in Liberty. She was 70 years of age.
The daughter of the late William and Josephine VanKeuren Wells, she was born January 31, 1932, in Monticello. She was the widow of Stephen J. Murran Jr.
Mrs. Murran was a member of the United Methodist Church of Monticello.
She is survived by four sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Pam Murran of Rock Hill, Scott and Kelly Murran of Monticello, Robert and Virginia Cohen of Monticello and Steven and Kelly Cohen of Tucson, Ariz.; a brother, William Wells of the state of Florida; seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Kenneth Wells.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the VanInwegen-Kenny Funeral Home, 195 Broadway, Monticello.
Burial will be made in the VanKeuren Cemetery in Swan Lake.
Memorial contributions may be made to Achieve Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 170 Lake St., Liberty, N.Y. 12754.
Mrs. Marie L. Myers
Mrs. Marie Louisa Myers, widow of Henry S. Myers, died Friday of last week at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Archibald A. Macdonald, 12 Rumsey Road, Park Hill, Yonkers, of pneumonia, after a short illness. She was in her 72nd year.
She was a sister of Miss Ida Van Kuren, of Pine Bush. Middletown Daily Times, January 19, 1916
Roy Steven Ohse, Jr., 56, 5238 County Road 123, Ozark, Alabama, died Saturday, November 22, 2008 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 2:00pm Friday, November 28, 2008 in Clearman Chapel at Southern Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor Curtis Grant officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery with Southern Heritage Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends 12:00 until 1:45pm prior to the service, Friday, November 28, 2008 The family will be at the home of his mother, Janie (Van Curen) Slaughter, 205 Eton Drive, Dothan, Alabama 36301. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Roy was the son of Janie Slaughter and the late Roy Steven Ohse, Sr.. He was self employed as a Home Health Caregiver for his mother, a newspaper carrier, a plumber, and served in the U.S. Army. He was of the Christian Faith. Survivors in addition to his mother include a son and daughter-in-law, John Wayne and Juliana Moore, West Jefferson, North Carolina; daughter and son-in-law, Rebekah Ann and Charles Brown, Benson, NC; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna and Wayne Thomas, Dothan, Carol and Germund Thomsen, Youngsville, NC, Sandi and Roy Davis, Slocomb, Al.; grandchildren, Alexander Moore, Xavier Moore, Ashley Brown, Michael Brown, Ryan Brown; nieces, Victoria Anton, Lady Lake, FL, Kristen Kaufmann, Dothan, Angela Samuel, Columbia, SC, Kristina Thomsen, Franklinton, NC, Lisa Thomsen, Youngsville, NC, Heather Baxley, Samson, Al; nephews, Stephen Thomas, Adam Thomas, both of Dothan, Michael Thomsen, Clayton, NC, Erik Thomsen, Summerville, SC, Brent Johnson, Chancellor, Al.
Willard Peasha Sr.
PHILOMATH, Ore. — Former Redding resident Willard James Peasha Sr., 83, of Philomath, Ore., died Monday, Jan. 22, 2001, at his residence.
Services are pending at McHenry Funeral Home in Corvallis, Ore.
Born Oct. 14, 1917, in White Bear Lake, Minn., he moved to Shasta County in 1971. He moved to Philomath last year. He was a truck driver and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.
Survivors include parents Peter and Adelia Auger Peasha; stepsons John Van Kuren of Minneapolis, Jim Van Kuren of Maple Grove, Minn., Mike Jensen of St. Michael, Minn., Tom Jensen of Brandon, Fla., Don Jensen of Philomath and Tom Constant of Elk River, Minn.; daughter Virginia Crowder of Riverside; stepdaughters Roxy Vesterby of Pengilly, Minn., Paula Gibins of Arizona and Sandy Wailes of Phoenix; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Arrangements are being handled by the McHenry Funeral Home.
ARNOLD J. PRICE
MONTICELLO — Arnold J. “Scoop” Price of Monticello, a retired mechanic for the Village of Monticello and a lifelong area resident, died Friday, February 2, 2001 at the Horton Medical Center in Middletown.
He was 74.
Son of the late Lester and Florence VanKeuren Price, he was born September 3, 1926 in Monticello.
A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he was a member of the Ruddick Trowbridge American Legion Post #73, in Monticello. He was also a former member of the Rock Hill Fire Department and an original member of the Jackson Hunting Camp in Monticello.
Survivors include his wife, Lorraine Pearce Price at home; five brothers, Lester, Jr., Raymond, Donald and Tom, all of Monticello and Robert of Swan Lake; four sisters, Violet Calhoun and Shirley Calhoun, both of Monticello, Carol Surerus of Rock Hill and Marilyn Taylor of Tulsa, OK; nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services were held at the VanInwegen-Kenny Funeral Home in Monticello. The Rev. David Jolly officiated. Burial was in Rock Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550 or the Rock Hill United Methodist Church, Rock Hill, NY 12775.
Richard "Tom" Price, a retired plant operator for the Village of Monticello Water Department and a lifelong area resident, died Saturday, August 2, 2003, at the Horton Campus of the Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown. He was 64 years of age.
The son of the late Lester and Florence VanKeuren Price, he was born September 15, 1938, in Monticello.
Mr. Price was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from 1957 to 1959. He was a member of the Southwoods Motor Cross Club, Southwoods Sportsmen's Club, a past president of the Jackson Hunting Club and a member of Monticello Elks Lodge #1544.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Marjorie Avery Price, of Monticello; two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas and Christine Price and Neil and Ellen Price, all of Monticello; four brothers, Lester Price of Monticello, Robert Price of Swan Lake, and Raymond Price and Donald Price, both of Monticello; four sisters, Marilyn Taylor of Oklahoma, Shirley Calhoun of Monticello, Carol Surerus of Rock Hill and Violet Calhoun of Monticello; four grandchildren, Kristi, Courtney, Josh and Nick; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Arnold "Scoop" Price.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the VanInwegen Kenny Funeral Home, 195 Broadway, Monticello, with the Rev. Paul Case Jr. officiating.
Burial, with military honors, will be held at the Budd Cemetery.
OBITUARY
Mabel Rasmussen
Oct. 6, 1917 -- Nov. 9, 2003
November 14, 2003
Mabel Claire Rasmussen, 86, of Bainbridge Island, formerly of Kingston, died Sunday on Bainbridge Island.
She was born in Kingston to Charles F. and Mabel (Garl) VanKeuren. She graduated from high school in Poulsbo in 1935.
She married Ronald Rasmussen. He preceded her in death in 1984.
Mrs. Rasmussen worked as a buyer for Alaskan Furs.
She was a member of the American Legion, the Kingston Garden Club and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 81. She had served as commander of VFW Post 81.
Survivors include a sister, D. Marie Day of Bainbridge Island, and three brothers, Cecil, Lynn and Stanley.
A funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Kingston Christian Church. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 12721 30th Ave. NE, Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98125.
Arrangements are under the direction of The Stone Chapel at Cherry Grove in Poulsbo. An online memorial can be seen at www.lewischapel.com.
Miss Evelyn Rumsey died at her home in River Street, this village, January 27th. Miss Rumsey was about forty years of age, and had been for twenty years an invalid from nervous affection. She was very fond of flowers, a pretty display of which was her care at home. Miss Rumsey read much, and was well informed in literature and current events. Her last illness was only for about one week, during which for the first was disclosed the fact that she had been probably for some years suffering from a tumor of the brain. She was a daughter of the late Zenas Rumsey, Surviving are two sisters – Mary and Fanny – at home; and four brothers – Alfred of Newark, N. J., Harvey E, Zenas W, and Stanley, of Alton, Ill. Funeral services were at the home on Thursday afternoon, at 2 o’clock, conducted by Rev. S. E. Jonesof the M. E. Church. Ellenville Journal, Jan 31, 1892
Mary Jane Van Keuren, wife of Mr Zenas Rumsey, residing in the south part of the village, died on Sunday last, after only five days illness, from pneumonia, succeeding grip. Mrs Rumsey was 60 years of age. She is survived by her husband, with three sons and two daughters. The deceased lady was a member of the Methodist Church; her funeral service was held at the church at 1:30 P.M., Thursday. Ellenville Journal, May 1, 1891
The remains of Stanley I Rumsey were brought to Ellenville by the evening train Sunday, from Newark, Ohio, where he had been for some time employed in a factory. His death occurred May 28th and was attributed to an overdose of Laudanum, administered by himself, to allay pain and enable him to obtain rest, he having suffered much from plenritic pains and from insomnia. The deceased was thirty-one years of age and was the youngest of the family of Zenas and Mary Jane Rumsey. His mother died in Ellenville in the spring of 1891 and his father in December of the same year. The elder Ramsey was known here as a stone mason, but in early life was ess____ a fine musician and was very popular as a singer. Indeed we believe he originated the first troupe of singers and players known as the “Ethiopian Minstrels”, with which he and his brother Hiram reveled successfully some years. Stanley’s mother was Mary J Van Keuren, a daughter of Mr William Van Keuren of New Paltz. The young man leaves a wife, Ida Jones, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Jones, also two sisters, the misses Mary and Fanny Rumsey of Ellenville, and three brothers, Alfred D of Newark, N.J., and Harvey E and Zenas W, who are respected citizens of Alton, Illinois. The wife and Harvey E came from Alton. Alfred also, accompanied by his wife, came up for the funeral service, which was held in the M. E. Church on Monday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev Alfred Coons D.D. Internment was in the Ellenville Cemetery. Ellenville Journal, June, 1903
The prostration of Mr. Zenas W Rumsey by paralysis was noted in the Journal last week. On Monday Morning he left home in his customary health to post a letter, and on his return complaining of cold sat down by the stove to warm himself, and soon fell from his chair. Dr. B F Neal was summoned, and it was found that Mr. Rumsey had been stricken with paralysis, and that beyond recovery through medical effort. He lingered until Thursday night, and passed away as the clock was on the stroke of twelve. Mr. Rumsey was the only son of Roger and Rachel Rumsey, and was born in the town of Shawangunk, August 18, 1818. Left an orphan at an early age, he worked for his board and schooling. Leaving school, he found his way to New York, and took employment on a river steamboat. Possessing musical talent and uncommon voice, with the assistance of a cousin, Hiram Rumsey, he organized in Newburgh the first Negro minstrel troupe that traveled under the name “The Ethiopian Minstrels”. They entertained the public successfully for a number of years, and on the breaking up of the minstrel troupe Mr. Rumsey made an engagement at the Bowery Theater, and played in public with different with different companies up to the year 1850, when on a visit to his birthplace in Shawangunk he met and married Mary J., only daughter of Benjamin Van Keuren. He abandoned the stage, and thenceforward followed the trade of a Mason. In 1854 he removed to Grahamsville, and after a short residence there removed with his family to Leurenkill, from whence they came to Ellenville in 1879. The death of Mr. Rumsey’s wife in April last was to him a severe blo, from the effects of which he did not recover. Seven Children survive – three daughters, and four sons. Evelyn, Mary, and Fannie, with the younger son, Stanley, will remain in Ellenville. The eldest son, and the only one married, A.D., resides in Newark, N.J.; Harvey E and Zenas W are located in Alton, Ill. The funeral service was attended at the house on Sunday Afternoon, conducted by Rev. H. A. Hendrickson. A quartette consisting of Mrs. E. H. Munson, Miss Francis, and Messrs. Merrill and Cornelius, sang. Pall bearers were J. B. Keeler, J. G. Gray, A. S. Russell, D. S. Williams, A. S. Clyne. Ellenville Journal, Dec 11, 1891.
Karen Van Kuren Rusich, 71, a native of New Orleans and resident of Metairie
for the last 50 years, died surrounded by her family and loved ones, Monday,
Dec. 31, 2007.
Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Schoen Funeral
Home in New Orleans. Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the
funeral home.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 53 years, Warren Rusich Sr.; one son,
Warren Rusich Jr. and wife, Tay Thomas Rusich; one daughter, Analyn Gomez and
husband, Jimmy Gomez; three grandchildren, Danyele Gomez, Mallory Rusich and
Taylor Rusich; and one great-grandchild, Makaela Rusich Valdiviez; and many
nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Van Kuren.
She cherished spending time with her grandchildren making cookies and candy and
supporting them in their sporting and school events. She was an avid reader and
loved playing cards and pokeno with her friends. She loved bowling and was a
30-year member of WIBC & USBC. She enjoyed traveling, cooking and volunteering
for the St. Joseph's Altar.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Michael's Special
School, 1522 Chippewa St., New Orleans, LA 70130, 504-524-7285.
Schoen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
MRS. EDITH M. ZUPP SALMON Boonton Township, N.J. Mrs. Edith M. (Nee: Van
Keuren) Zupp Salmon of Boonton Township, N.J., died Wednesday November 6,
2001, at the Sarah Frances Nursing Home in Boonton Township, N.J. following
a year long illness. She was 84. Mrs. Salmon was born in Ellenville, and had
lived in Walden for many years before moving to Boonton Township, N.J. in
1964. She had worked as a Manager with the Citizens First Bank of Boonton
for several years before her retirement in 1976. She was an active member of
the Community Church of Mountain Lakes, N.J. Survivors include her husband,
John Condit Salmon; two sons, Robert Zupp and Raymond Zupp; one daughter,
Mrs. Catherine Weddell; 10 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.
Private funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Mackey Funeral
Home.
Mrs. Joseph Scofield.
Mrs. Harriet Scofield, wife of Joseph Scofield, died in this city, at 6:30 o'clock, Wednesday evenign, in her seventy-fifth year. The cause of death was a stroke of paralysis, which she sustained about a month ago, and from which she never rallied.
Mrs. Scofield, whose maiden name was Van Keuren, was born in Cayuga county, this State. In 1843, she married Theodore Watts, who died in 1854. Two children were born of this marriage survive, Harris Watts, of Matamoras, Pa., and James Watts, of Detroit, Mich.
In 1862 she married Joseph Scofield, by whom she had two children, one of whom died in infancy; the other is Eugene Scofield, employed in this office.
Mrs. Scofield is also survived by her husband and two sisters, Mrs. Jane Gibbs, of this city, and Mrs. George Decker, of the town of Wallkill.
Mrs. Scofield was for a forty years a faithful member of the Methodist church and was an earnest christian and devoted and loving mother.
The funeral notice appears elsewhere. Middletown Daily Argus, December 30, 1897
Mrs. Shaver [nee Catherine Van Curen], wife of Jerry Shaver, who moved from
Riceville to near Little Cooley less than a month ago, died Saturday, April
29th. Mrs. S. has been ailing a number of years. A year ago she was thought
to be too ill to recover and since that time she has not been able to do
much work. Mrs. Shaver was a descendant of the noted Anneke Jans family and
would have enjoyed her share of the property from that large estate. The Crawford Journal, 11 May 1893 p. 2 col. 1
Mrs. Clark Shaver (Margaret Van Curen) died 24 Sep 1891 in an accidental shooting. The Crawford Journal, 10 Oct 1891, p2. col 3.
Source: Plymouth Democrat, 3 Nov, 1906 (saturday)
"The funeral of Mrs Ira Shrider (Evert Van Curen’s youngest Daughter) will occur at the Episcopal Church at 2:30 O'clock Monday Afternoon. The Eastern Star ladies will have charge of the services and the funeral service will be preached by Rev. Howard. Interment at Oak Hill Cemetary"
Source: The Plymouth Democrat, 8 Nov, 1906 (Thursday)
“Mrs Ira Shrider died at 8:30 O'clock Friday Morning at her home on Sophia Street. She had been sick for the past six weeks, but her condition lately was thought to be much better. Friday morning Mr Shrider went to his work and left Mrs Shrider at home, apparently much better. She took suddenly worse and died within a few minutes. The deceased was a young woman who resided at Pierceton, (Koscuisko county) Indiana before her marriage to Mr Shrider about 2 years ago. During the time she lived at Plymouth, she made many friends who will mourn her death. Besides her husband, she leaves a little daughter about a year old. Charles Ryberg attended the funeral of Mrs Ira Shrider at Pierceton, on Monday. The deceased, who was the wife of the Plymouth Section Foreman, Pennsylvania Railroad, died at Plymouth, Friday. Mr Ryberg is Foreman of the Pennsylvania Signel Department-Ft Wayne Journal Gazette"
Source: Same Issue
"Marguerite Maude Van Curen, the beloved wife of Ira Shrider. Mrs Shrider was born three miles west of Pierceton, Koscuiko county, Indiana, September 12, 1880 and died Friday, Nov 2, 1906, at her home on Sophia Street. Deprived of her parents at an early age, she resided at Ft wayne, Indiana until May 23, 1903 when she was united in marriage to Ira N Shrider. From there they came to Plymouth, Ind, where they resided since that time. This union was blessed with one child, baby Evelyn, who was born Feb 15, 1905. The deceased was a fond mother and a loving wife and during her long illness was very gentle and patient until the time of her death which came as a great shock to her immediate relatives. She leaves to mourn her death, besides her husband and baby, two half brothers, Peter H Van Curen of Barron, Wisconsin, and William Hover of West Charleston, West Virginia, and a host of sorrowing friends and relatives."
HER DEATH SUDDEN
Mrs. Kate A. Sloan Is Victim of Heart Disease.
WIDOW OF LATE R.J. SLOAN
Member of Prominent Syracuse Family Called to Son in Night That She was Ill, Died Few Minutes Later--Had Lived Here 44 Years.
Mrs. Kate A. Sloan, widow of the late Robert J. Sloan, died suddenly this morning at her home in the Marie, No. 321 James street.
Mrs. Sloan for some time had heart trouble, but was feeling unusually well yesterday and went downtown during the afternoon. She retired about 10 o'clock apparently in good health, but shortly after 2 o'clock she called to her son, William J. Sloan, who lived with her, and asked him to send for the doctor as she had difficulty in breathing. She died a few minutes after the arrival of the physician.
Mrs. Sloan was born in Poughkeepsie about 66 years ago. Her maiden name was Kate Amelia Van Keuren. Her parents were Dutch and her family was prominent in the early days along the Hudson river. She lived in Poughkeepsie until her marriage, which took place forty-four years ago, and since then her home has been in Syracuse.
Of an unusually lovable nature, she had many friends in this city and was an active working in a number of charitable organizations, principal among them being the Women's union and Root Relief corps. She was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church and seldom missed a service there.
Until the death of her husband, which occurred in February ten years ago, Mrs. Sloan lived at No. 313 James street. Mrs. Sloan is survived by two sons, William J. and Robert J. Sloan, one grandson, Robert J. Sloan, jr., a sister, Mrs. Mary Freeman, and a niece, Miss Katherine Freeman of Poughkeepsie. The funeral will be held from the home of her son, Robert J. Sloan, No. 638 Park avenue, and will be private. Syracuse Herald, Syracuse, NY, Oct. 5, 1911
Leonard Francis Sleight
Leonard Francis Sleight, 89, of 3721 County Road #37, Bloomfield, died Nov. 17, 2001 at his home. He was born the son of Earl and Erma (Marshall) Sleight on March 10, 1912 in North Bloomfield, N.Y. He was a retired contractor working in and around Honeoye Falls, Lima and surrounding towns. He worked with his brothers, Marshall and Vivian and later for his son Kenneth Gail Sleight. He retired in the 60s due to poor health. He is survived by his wife Helen (DeDee) Sleight; daughter Amaryllis (Charles) Shellman of Bloomfield, Susan (David) Van Curan of Rush, and Kenneth (Bonnie) Sleight of Jamestown; grandchildren, Michael Shellman, Brenda (Lenny) Tripp and Dawn (David) Good all of Bloomfield, Katie and Matthew Van Curen of Rush, Jordan, Bryan and Morgan Sleight of Jamestown; great grandchildren, Brandon Tripp, Heather-lyn and Hannah Good, all of Bloomfield; brother Richard Sleight of Honeoye Falls; two sisters-in-law, Evelyn Sleight of Honeoye Falls and Anna Staines of Virginia; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Kenneth Gail Sleight, daughter-in-law Sylvia Sleigh, two grandchildren, John and Lynn Sleight, two brothers, Marshall and Vivian, sister Leonara. No Prior calling. His family will receive friends and family for a memorial service on Saturday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. at the Allens Hill United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Allens Hill United Methodist Church, 3898 Allens Hill Rd. (County RD #40), Bloomfield, N.Y. 14469. Arrangements by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. in Livonia.
Vol. 20, pg. 340. Oct. 05, 1911 "Mrs. Kate
A. Sloan is Victim of Heart Disease" (Note: this is just an abstract)
Mrs. Kate Amelia (Van Keuren) Sloan, widow of Robert Sloan (died ca. 1901,
Syracuse). She was survived by two sons, William J. and Robert J. Sloan of
Syracuse, one grandson, Robert J. Sloan, a sister, Mrs. Mary Freeman, and a
niece, Miss Katherine Freeman of Poughkeepsie.
ISHMAEL EUGENE SMITH
(12/30/1932 – 7/16/2005)
Ishmael Eugene Smith, 72, of Downing, MO, passed away July 16, 2005, at the Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.
The son of Thomas Henry and Lizzie Ann (VanKeuren) Smith, he was born on December 30, 1932, in Elk Point, SD.
Following graduation from Lancaster High School, he served in the Army during the Korean War.
He was united in marriage to Lois Marie Schmitter on January 16, 1955 in Downing, MO at the home of the bride’s parents. To this union two children were born, Dianna and William.
Survivors include his wife, Lois Smith of Downing, MO; two children, Dianna Marie Nelson of Glenwood, MO and William Eugene Smith and wife, Kathy of Downing, MO; three grandchildren, Ella Mae Sadie McCallum and husband, David, Amanda Marie Nelson and Joshua David Smith; two great-grandchildren, Ryan Ashley McCallum and Duncan Hawkee McCallum; one sister, Mildred Lane of Rock Island, IL; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Ishmael was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Clifton Smith, Sylvester Smith, Cecil Smith, and Millard Smith; five sisters, Hazel Beerbower, Alice Smith, Merrilla Smith, Merna Ferdig and Una Smith and one nephew.
Ishmael worked for Poe’s Implement in Downing, MO, after returning from the Army. He also worked for the Burlington Railroad, #513 Construction Union and was also a truck driver for the Rock Island Lumber in Rock Island, IL for several years after which he moved back to the Downing area for his retirement.
Memorial services were held at the Norman Funeral Home in Downing, MO, July 23, 2005, with Larry Smith, pastor of the Downing Christian Church, Downing, MO, officiating. Music was provided by organist, Betty Anderson. Memorials have been established for the family or to the Downing Fire Department. The body has been cremated and will be interred at a later date. Arrangements were under the direction of the Norman Funeral Home of Downing.
Otie Bell Yeager Snode(first wife of Robert Russell Van Curen), 92, a longtime Baker City resident, died April 22, 2004, at Baker City.
Her graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the North Powder Cemetery.
Otie was born July 25, 1911, to Henry and Lily Lancaster Yeager. She attended school in Baker County. Her family came to America from Germany.
Her husband, Howard Snode, died in 2001.
Otis was a wife and homemaker all her life. Her home was immaculate and she also took pride in her cooking. She made the most delicious pies.
She was a good neighbor and was loved by many. Otie was a very positive person and always saw the good in others. She never complained and even said, "I'm fine," the night before she died.
Otie was preceded in death by her parents, a twin sister, two older sisters and three brothers.
Survivors include her nephews, Ernest and Everett Scrivner of Baker City, Virgel Scrivner of Ontario and Bill Knowles of Kennewick, Wash.; nieces, Helen Marconi of Portland, Glenda Purvine of Baker City, Shirley Clark of Elko, Nev., and Sandi Preuss of Reedsport. Apr 30, 2004
Calvin C Sturdevant, 65, who of late years has been making his home with his daughters, Mrs Charles Hotchkiss at Sidney and Mrs Victor Dignor at Corbett, died Wednesday, Dec 8, at the Hotchkiss home in Sidney. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 at the Clark Funeral Home in Downsville, Rev Raymond Ward, pastor of the Downsville Methodist Church will officiate and burial will be made at the Paige Cemetery at Downsville. Friends may call at the Clark Funeral Home, Downsville, until service time.
Mr Sturdevant was born in Livingston Manor, May 10, 1888, son of William and Belle Crain Sturdevant. On May 24, 1915, he was united in marriage at Arena to Adella Van Keuren, who died in 1953. He was a former worker in the wood chemical industry and had resided in Corbett for 22 years. Besides the two daughters mentioned above, he is survived by one son, Russell, of Vestal. 1954
Mrs. Martha Titus.
Montgomery, April 17--Mrs. Martha, widow of William Titus, died at her home in this village.
She was a Miss VanKeuren prior to her marriage. The cause of death was intestinal and stomach trouble, caused by old age. She was ill for a long time, hovering between life and death, ever hopeful and ready, until the end came.
She was a Miss Van Keuren prior (sic) many years she was identified with the Presbyterian Church as a prominent member and giver, ever faithful, her example was a complete surrender to her Maker.
Deceased is survived by no children, but two nieces, Miss Sadie Schoonmaker, who made her home with her, and cared for her during her declining years, and Mrs. Walter Tuttle, of Waverly, Kansas.
The funeral will be held on Tuesday, at 2:30 o'clock, in the Presbyterian Church. Internment in the Riverside Cemetery. Middletown Daily Times, April 17, 1916
Van Curen, Mrs. Ada: Mrs. Ada Frances Van Curen, 75, resident of 759 East Market St. Cadiz, died Saturday at the Country Lawn Nursing home, Brewster, Ohio. She was born in Harrison County, May 17, 1896, a daughter of the late William and Margaret C. Lehmer Raynard. She was a member of the Main Street Church of Christ. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Harold Johnson of Brewster; two grandchildren; one great grandchild; one brother, Richard Raynard of Columbus; one sister, Mrs. William Barkhurst of Steubenville. Friends are being received at the Clark-Kirkland Funeral Home, Cadiz, where services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Hack Whitaker officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Columbus. Times Leader, 10 Jan 1972 pg. 2
Mrs. Bessie Van Curen of Webb Mills died Nov. 1 after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, Tracey L. Van Curen, her mother Mrs. Millie (can’t read last name). Mrs. Van Curen was born Feb. 1890, at Mills, Potter County, Pa. For a number of years she was employed in the Teppers Brothers store in Elmira. During the past four years he held the position of Post Master at Pine City. (can’t read month) 21, 1914, Mrs. Van Curen was united in marriage with Tracy Van Curen, of Pine City. She was an esteemed member of the Webb Mills Methodist Episcopal Church and served as an active official on the board. She also held membership in the Seeley Creek Grange and the E. M. Hoffman Auxillary of the Veterans of the Spanish War. Funeral services were conducted in the Webb Mills Church., Nov. 3. Burial was in the Webb Mills cemetery .(handwritten on article 1930)
David A Van Curen, 72, Flushing Township Trustee, died Monday in Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling. He was born Jul 4, 1913 in Flushing, son of late David and Rachel Snyder Van Curen. A Resident of Flushing, he was serving his 24th year as township trustee. He was a retired employee of Consolidation Coal Co and retired owner of Dave and Rene’s Restaurant in Flushing. He was a member and past master of Flushing Lodge No 298, F&AM; Scottish Rite Valley of Cambridge; 32nd Degree Mason; Chapter 369 Order of the Eastern Star, and past president of Eastern Ohio Scottish Rite Organization. Van Curen was vice president of Flushing Rotary Club, executive board member of Belmont County Easter Seal Society, executive committeeman of Belmont County Trustee and Clerks Association, and member of the Flushing American Association of Retired Persons, and the Flushing Senior Citizens. He was ruling elder, trustee, and Sunday School superintendent at the First Presbyterian Church, Flushing.
He was preceded in death by two sons, Robert in 1946, Donald in 1960; three sisters, Edith Holcomb, Linnie Evans, and Clara Mae Toole; two brothers, James and Chester. Surviving are his wife, Irene Webster Van Curen; a foster daughter, Victoria(Vicki) Hawkins of Flushing; two brothers, John of Tulsa Okla., Frank of Carlsbad, N.M.;a sister, Margaret Meadows, of Cleveland; a foster grandson, Billy Hawkins.
Friends received at Warren Funeral Home, Flushing, 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Friends then received at First Presbyterian Church from 10:30 a.m. until time of services at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, with Dr John H Visser officiating. Burial will be in Rock Hill Cemetery, Flushing. Memorial contributions may be made to Belmont County Easter Seal Society or the Flushing Volunteer Fire Department. Times Leader, Oct 14, 1985
Edward VanCuren was born in Erie County, PA, January 29,1844 and died at his home in Sac County, Iowa on October 11,1892.
At the age of 18 years he enlisted in Company C 146th PA Volunteer Infantry. He was in the battles of Antietam and Fredericksburg and was wounded at the latter place and left for dead on the field, but was afterwards noticed by the rear guard when retreating across the river. Life not being extinct, they cared for him, taking him across the river to a hospital, after which he recovered. Later he was in the campaign and battles against Petersburg, was again wounded (in the hip) and taken prisoner, was confined in Andersonville and other prisons for eleven months until the close of the war. He never recovered from the effects of his prison experience, never having seen a well day since. He was discharged from the service at Harrisburg, PA, May 18,1865.
Mr. VanCuren came to Sac County in November 1868 and married Ann Gerry on September 29,1875. His wife and two children are left to mourn the loss of a loving husband and kind and affectionate father. Though broken in health and always a sufferer from war's exposure and prison life, he was never known to complain or murmur; always patient and thinking more of the comfort of others than himself, a good citizen and faithful friend; his quiet, unobtrusive, yet genial presence will be missed by all who knew him. In this connection Mrs. VanCuren and family wish to express their thanks to friends and neighbors for their kindness during their recent sorrow and affliction. October 19,1892 Sac City Sun
Elmarene Van Curen, 75, of Ponca, AR died Saturday, March 24, 2001 in Harrison, AR She was born June 21, 1925 in Boxley, AR to Harry & Ersa Farmer Primrose. Mrs. Van Curen was a resident Newton County and a former resident of Kansas City, MO. She was a member of the Full Gospel Church in Mt. Springs, AR and Bible Study Fellowship for 6 years. She was a homemaker. She was precede in death by her parents, her husband, Orbie Van Curen, a daughter, Patricia Villines, 3 granddaughters, 1 great granddaughter, 1 brother & 1 sister.
Survivors include 1 son, Eldon Van Curen of Fayetteville, AR, 4 daughters, Darlene Parker, Ponca, AR, Linda Sitton, Harrisonville, MO, Barbara Crocker, Carthage, MO, Sylvia Wildman, Bella Vista, AR; 1 brother, Gene Primrose, Blue Springs, MO; 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren.
Services were held Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at Beachwood Church at 2:00 PM with burial in the Beechwood Cemetery under the direction of the Christeson Funeral Home of Harrison, AR. Rev. Carl Goodall officiated. Visitation was 6-8 PM on Monday, March 26, 2001 at Christeson Funeral Home in Harrison. {nct}
Source: Indianian Republican Aug 27,1891 - Death Notice
Death: Everett Van Curen, who lived near Wooster, was born October 22,
1815 in Onondoga Co.,New York. He came to Logan Co.,Ohio in 1838 and was
married to Eliza Hoover and in the same year moved to Kosc. Co. where he
lived ever since. Of this union one son, Peter H. was born. His
subsequently died and he was married in 1879 to Mary Hover, who survives.
To them one daughter was born, Maggie M. Van Curen and both children are
living. Mr Van Curen united with the Presbyterian Church in Warsaw on Dec.22,
1844 and has for some years been the oldest member of the church. He
raised to maturity three children other than his own. He died Aug 19, 1891
of a short illness caused by a stroke of paralysis.
Source: Obituary
Vancuren, Everett d. Aug. 19, 1891, Wooster, Ind. b. 22 Oct, 1815,
Onondago Co.,NY m. 1840 to Eliza Hover. Survivors: son;(1st marriage) Peter
H. Van Curen. Dau.:2nd. marriage Maggie M.. Funeral held at the U> B>
Church in Pierceton, IN, where he was buried, Aug. 20th. Rev. J>Q> Hall,
pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Warsaw, officiated. Member of the
Presbyterian Church, in Warsaw since Dec. 22,1844. Arrived in Logan Co.,OH
in 1838 and in Kosciusko Co, IN in 1840. He was one of the Pioneers of this
part, Wooster area, of Kosc. Co. Raised 3 children, not his own. Lived in
the same house for 50 years, where he died. He was the oldest member of
the Presbyterian Church, he joined Dec,22,1844.
Ft Wayne Journal Gazette, Thursday, November 16, 1944
Forrest D Van Curen dies today. Death took place at his residence in Ft Wayne at 9:30 this morning. Funeral will be Saturday afternoon. Forrest Daniel Van Curen, past 50 years old, died this morning at 9:30 o’clock at his home at 3525 South Barr Street, Fort Wayne. He had been seriously ill for about an hour and heart disease had been given as the cause of death. He was born near Warsaw in Kosciusko County on June 30, 1894 and was a son of Benjamin and Cora Alice Howard Van Curen. Mr Van Curen resided in Fort Wayne since 1934 and was an automatic machine operator at the Broadway plant of the General Electric Company. On Jul 14, 1918, he was married to Elizabeth Ann Shoda, a native of Jefferson Township, at the Trinity Methodist Church. In Addition to Mrs Van Curen, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs Harry Byers, 150 E Lewis Street and a son, Richard Daniel Van Curen, at home and a freshman at Southside High School, and a granddaughter, Mary Elizabeth Byers. Surviving sisters are Mrs Nellie Yeager of Warsaw, Mrs Eugene Pletcher, Ligonier, Mrs Harvey Hinkle of Warsaw, and a brother, Irvin Van Curen, Of Warsaw, also survives. One brother is dead. Mr Van Curen was a member of the Lincoln Post 82 of the American Legion, which will conduct a military service at the funeral. He was also a member of the Trinity Methodist Church of Fort Wayne. The body was brought to the DeMoney Funeral Home and will be returned to the residence at Fort Wayne at 10 AM Friday and Friends may call there after 1 PM Friday. Funeral Services will be held at the Trinity Methodist Church in Fort Wayne at 2:30 O’clock and will be conducted by the Rev Robert J Burns, now Pastor of the First Methodist Church of Bluffton. Interment will be in the Lindenwood Cemetery.
One of the "original rebels" --- the men who helped Longview Fibre Co. workers break away from the International Brotherhood of Pulp, Sulfite and Papermill workers in 1964 to establish the first pulp and paper union on the West Coast --- Gale Royce VanCuren died on Wednesday.
Those who know how he spent his 82 years remember VanCuren for more than his union leadership, however.
A Cowlitz PUD commissioner for 18 years, one of the founders of Cowlitz County Little League, the former chair of the county's Democratic Central Committee and a man who loved to learn and to teach, VanCuren somehow seemed to find more than 24 hours in each day, his wife, Letha VanCuren, remembers.
Gale VanCuren was born Aug. 4, 1922, in Northern Wisconsin. After three years of high school, he left Wisconsin to join the Navy.
A year later, while VanCuren was serving on the USS Nashville in the North Atlantic, Pearl Harbor was bombed. The ship set course for the Pacific Theater, where VanCuren was promoted through the ranks, rising to become chief petty officer.
While in the Pacific, VanCuren served several times as flagship signalman for Gen. Douglas MacArthur.
When he left the Navy after six years of service, VanCuren became a carpenter.
He moved to Idaho that year, marrying Emma Jean Almannsperger in 1946.
The following year their first son, Dave, was born.
"We went from job site to job site, living in a small mobile home," Dave VanCuren remembered.
During those years, Gale VanCuren worked on The Dalles Dam and helped build the Hanford nuclear reactors, Dave VanCuren said.
Then in 1956, the growing VanCuren family came to Longview to visit a friend, fell in love with the town, and decided to stay, Gale VanCuren wrote in a biographical resume he gave to The Daily News in the 1960s.
VanCuren went to work at Longview Fibre, where he originally was hired to work in converting.
The union leaders in place at the time "were dictators," remembers Buff Chambers, who worked at Fibre with VanCuren and became his lifelong friend. "They wouldn't let us participate in the bargaining, they would just tell us what we were going for."
"(VanCuren) and I had the notion to hire an attorney to find out what we could do to get rid of the old union," Chambers said.
After the old union left, VanCuren became an active member of the new union, Association of Western Pulp and Paper Workers Local 153.
For 22 years, VanCuren wrote for "Broke Beater," the union newsletter, son Dave VanCuren remembered.
In the early 1970s, Emma Jean VanCuren died.
A few years later, Gale met the woman who would become his second wife.
"We met on New Year's Eve," Letha VanCuren remembered. "We saw each other almost every single day after that. It was a love affair."
That summer, June 1973, Gale and Letha were married.
Later in his career, VanCuren worked on turbines at Fibre, which sparked an interest in electricity.
In 1984 he won a bid to become a Cowlitz PUD commissioner. Six years later, he retired from Fibre.
VanCuren devoted countless hours to the utility, retired Cowlitz PUD general manager Denny Robinson recalled.
"Gale was extremely well read and well prepared to understand the electricity industry," Robinson said. "He demanded a lot of us --- he asked questions and expected precise answers. ... He represented the ratepayers well."
In 2002, with his health waning, VanCuren retired from the PUD.
The same year, AWPPW Local 153 renamed the union hall the Gale VanCuren building.
"It overwhelms me," VanCuren told The Daily News at the building's dedication.
"It might have been the honor he was most proud of," Dave VanCuren said. "He was extremely moved." The Daily News, Jan 28, 2005
George Van Curen, 415 W Court St, Flint, a former employee of Chevrolet Motor Company, died Friday, June 23, 1933 of an apparent suicide. Mr Van Curen’s neighbors indicated that he had been despondent over long term unemployment. Mr Van Curen was discovered by Chester Honeywell, a personnel agent of Chevrolet Motor Company, who had come to inform him of a job opportunity. Mr Van Curen’s wife had gone away on Thursday and had not yet been located.
Published: Wed, Mar 5, 2003
Ida L. Van Curen
A remembrance and celebration of life for Ida L. Van Curen, 85, of Davis, was held in Sierra Hospital. Private family services were held.
Mrs. Van Curen died March 1, 2003, in Sutter Davis Hospital.
Born Oct. 28, 1917, in Dixon to Peter Thomsen and Emma Hackman Thomsen, she resided the past two years in Davis. She attended Tremont Elementary School and graduated from Dixon High School. She loved to fish, cook and work in her yard. She was a life member of the Dixon Grange, one of the original Dixon Boat Club members with her husband and a member of the Dixon Garden Club.
In her retirement years she enjoyed childhood friend Bob Shellhammer, their many cruises and social events with the Dixon Volunteer Fire Department. The last two years of her life she was an active resident at Sierra Health Care Hospital in Davis. She enjoyed their activities and loved her friends there.
Mrs. Van Curen is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Marvin A. Jr. and Beverly of Dixon; and brother, Elwood Thomsen of Arizona.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin A. Sr. in 1963; and brothers, "Tige" Thomsen and J.P. Thomsen.
Arrangements were handled by Milton Carpenter Funeral Home.
Death Notice
Jennie Van Curen, 61, died May 6 1942 at Chicago.
Caldwell – Services for Jessie May Van Curen, 83, of 120 Amber, Caldwell, who died Saturday of natural causes at the Cascade Convalescent Center will be conducted at 10:30AM Tuesday at the Dakan Chapel, by the Rev Steve Burris of the First Christian Church. Interment will be at Cloverdale Cemetery.
She was born Oct 18, 1892, in West Dallas, WI. She was reared and educated in Wisconsin. She married Ben R Van Curen Aug 13, 1908. They moved to Caldwell in 1914 and to Wilder in 1916. They retired to own a fruit ranch south of Lake Lowell in 1956. In 1958 her husband died. She then moved to Caldwell.
She was a member of the Caldwell First Christian Church.
Surviving are two sons, Robert of Caldwell and Royse of Boise; 3 daughters: Gertrude Bucy, Wilder; Georgia Foxx and Ardith Houk, both Caldwell; one sister, Doris Muhlbradt, Minot, SD; 18 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Verlyn, five brothers, three sisters, and two grandchildren. Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church, the Idaho Youth Ranch, or a favorite charity. Idaho Statesman, Boise, Apr 5, 1976.
Daily Star, Oneonta, NY
Mar 7 2002
Lawrence C. Van Curen
ONEONTA — Lawrence C. Van Curen, 87, of Oneonta, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2002, at Fox Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
He was born April 1, 1914, in Oneonta, the son of Charles and Mabel (Skillen) Van Curen.
He married Grace Lord on July 7, 1943, in Louisville, Ky.
Mr. Van Curen served with the United States Army during World War II in the European Theater of operations.
Mr. Van Curen was a former employee of the D&H Railway. After retirement, he worked at Homer Folks Hospital in Oneonta and then he worked in the maintenance department at the State University College at Oneonta until 1976.
He was a lifelong area resident and a member of the Oneonta American Legion.
Mr. Van Curen is survived by his wife at home; a brother and his wife, George and Eleanor Van Curen of Oneonta; a sister, Mrs. Frederick (Dorothy) Beams of Schenevus; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2002, at the Lewis-Hurley Funeral Home, at 51 Dietz St. in Oneonta, with the Rev. Mel Farmer officiating.
Those who wish may call at the funeral home one hour before the funeral service on Friday.
Burial will be later in Plains Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the Blind Work Association, 55 Washington St., Binghamton, NY 13901-3770 or the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are by the Lewis-Hurley Funeral Home of Oneonta.
Marie Barbara (Warken) Vancuren, daughter of Conrad Warken and Lucy Wagner, from Hockeit Diekiert Conton in Luxemberg. Marie was born in the family home on a farm in the Eddyside district near Buffalo Gap on Jan.30th 1914, she was the second child of a family of ten children. Four brothers and five sisters. Felix (Mable)Warken, Lawrence (Annie) Warken, Ida (Mike) Therens, Philup (Karen) Warken, Alvina (Bud) Muller, Norbert (Shirley) Warken, Frances (Louris)Kornum, Reta (Pete) Wiley. Marie was the first child born in Canada, her older sister Anna was born in Grenora ND.
Anna and Marie started school together, neither of them being able to speak English, so school was a real challenge, Marie and Anna became very close helping each other, and remained so through out their lives.
After completing her grade eight, Marie worked in Assiniboia, Sk. for a Mr. And Mrs Woods and family for a couple years, then had to go back to the farm to help her mother with the younger children after Annie married and moved back to Grenora ND.
Marie started dating Jason Vancuren about 1928, they married at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Bengough on Oct.24th 1931; they started their married life on a farm in the Big Beaver district, where they continued to farm for 47 years, having fourteen children, seven boys and seven girls. Vivian V. Vancuren b. 1932 deceased 1932, Gilbert (Donna) Vancuren of Kamloops BC., Delores A.(Howard)Long of Helena MT. B., Beulah L.(Don) Bailey of Bengough,Sk., Geraldean M.(Gordon)Frizell of Moosejaw,Sk., Wesley B.(Lettyann)Vancuren of Courtenay,BC., Teresa S.(Duayne)Jensen of Regina,Sk., Timothy E. Vancuren of Maymont,Sk., Deanna M.(Ron)Johnson of Calgary AB>, Jerome J. (Margaret)Vancuren of Drayton valley AB., David D. (Maxine)Vancuren of Regina Sk., Perry J. Vancuren of Regina Sk., Carl F. Vancuren of Big Beaver,Sk., and Valerie M.(Dennis)Stordy of Calgary AB.,
In 1978 they rented the farm to the youngest son Carl and moved to Coronach,Sk. Where Marie became re-acquainted with her childhood friends, they enjoyed two years at the Happy Valley Lodge. In 1980 Jason (Jake) was having some health problems so they moved to Bengough to be closer to family. They rented for a couple years, then purchased a little house on First Ave. E. where Marie lived until Oct. 2001, then her health problems brought her to the Bengough Health Centre where she slept away peacefully, on Wed.Oct.22nd 2003.
Marie loved to travel, they made a few trips to BC and AB, and many trips to the States, to visit family and friends, she enjoyed company and always tried to make friends with the home care workers who helped her before she went to the health Centre.
After Jason’s passing in 1988, Marie purchased a Scooter which she called her Cadilac, and she enjoyed travelling with it to Church, painting classes, crafts and whist at the drop-in-centre and visiting friends and family. She was very strong in her faith in God, a determined, independent and a very lovable lady, who will be missed by all who knew her,
She is predeceased by her Parents Conrad and Lucy Warken, her Husband Jake in 1988, her daughter Vivian in 1932, her daughter Teresa in 2000, her son-in-law Gordon Frizell in 1989, and son-in-law Duayne Jensen in 2003,
Marie is survived by twelve children, thirty six grandchildren, forty three great grand Children, and ten great great grandchildren, four sisters and one brother, and many nieces and nephews.
Marie’s funeral service was held at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Bengough,Sk., her burial at the Buffalo Gap Cemetery beside Jason and her daughter Vivian.
At Middletown on 15 last, Matthew Van Curen, died at 84 years and 4 months. Delaware Gazette, Apr 23 1845
Millard F Van Curen was born in Kosciusko County, Indiana on Nov 6, 1948, and died at Norwich, Kansas, May 31st, 1905, aged 56 years, 5 months, and 25 days. The I.O.O.F. Lodge took charge of the remains, and they were laid to rest in Clearwater Cemetery, June 2nd. Rev L B Myers conducted the funeral services at the Christian Church, of which the deceased was a leading member, and where his faithful attendance and wise counsel will be greatly missed. He was married to Sarah C Nace in Doniphan County, Kansas, July 4th, 1869. To this union were born five children, of which three still survive. Rosa O Spencer, James I, and Arthur. He laid his companion to rest on Dec 5th, 1878 at Oneida, Kansas, and on March 5th, 1879, was married to Lydia Ann Nace of Adams County, Ohio. To this union was born one son, Albert H, who still survives. In every respect, Mr Van Curen was respected for his uprightness of character, scrupulous honesty, and human sympathy, and had many friends who greatly mourn the loss of one who was always faithful to his friends never had an enemy.
Percy E. Van Curen
GOSHEN--Percy E. Van Curen, 69 of 4 Golden Hill Ave., Goshen, died Tuesday at Arden Hill Hospital here.
The son of Daniel and Charlotte Budd Van Curen, he was born Dec. 13, 1907, in New Bedford, Mass. He lived in the area for 50 years.
Mr. Van Curen was a building contractor.
He was the widower of the former Ethel M.Smith. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Ronald Bally of Goshen, three grandsons, an aunt and several cousins.
Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the Donovan Funeral Home 82 South Church St. Goshen. The Rev. Douglas M. Glasspool will officiate.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Burial will be in the Wallkill Cemetery, Middletown.
Contributions may be made to Arden Hill Hospital. The Times Herald Record, Middletown, NY December 23, 1976
Royse Van Curen, 79, of Boise, died Thursday, Feb 10, 2000, at a Boise Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2PM Tuesday, Feb 15, at the Dakan Funeral Chapel, Caldwell. Services will conclude at the chapel and private burial will be at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Caldwell.
Royse was born June 18, 1920 at Wilder, Idaho, the son of Bennie Royse and Jessie (Van Sickle) Van Curen. He grew up in Canyon County, spending much of his life around Lake Lowell. He graduated Caldwell High School in 1937, then served in the Army Medical Corps in World War II. He married Wilma Victoria Gregory on June 30, 1941 at Caldwell. His father had worked for the irrigation district and Royse followed his father’s footsteps, working as a laborer after World War II, eventually becoming timekeeper for Lake Lowell, and finally Watermaster. In 1959 he was transferred to Boise and promoted to Manager of the Boise Project Board of Control, directing irrigation over the entire valley, until his retirement in 1984. At that time he accepted a four year position with Seattle Power and Light as project manager for the Lucky Peak Power Project.
He is survived by Wilma, his wife of 58 years; three children – sons Bruce and Douglas Van Curen, and daughter Sharon Mayerka, all of Boise; grandchildren, Randy, Helen, Lori, Amy, Lehi, Jacob, Aarin, and Morriah; great grandchildren, Mariah, Cale, Daniel, Kasey, and Michael. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and Verlyn Van Curen; sister Georgia Foxx; and son Dale Royse Van Curen. Friends may call Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Dakan Funeral Chapel, Caldwell.
Ruth Van Curen, Lake Lowell, died yesterday at a hospital in Caldwell. She was born Nina Ruth Smith, Labarge, Wyoming, May 18, 1923, daughter of James E and Avo Wright Smith. She married Robert Russell Van Curen at Caldwell, Mar 15, 1952. Surviving are 2 daughters, Barbara and Geraldine. Idaho Statesman, Oct 29, 2002
New York Herald, October 8, 1869:
LAMENTABLE DROWNING CASUALTY.--For some time past Mrs. Sarah Van Curen, late of 158 Varick street, has been sick with brain fever, which at times has been so serious as to cause temporary aberration of mind. While thus suffering at one o'clock yesterday morning, Mrs. Van Curen arose from the bed where she had been sleeping with a little girl, six years of age, and proceeded to the pier foot of West Houston street, and was drowned. Seven or eight hours subsequently the body was recovered and identified by the husband of deceased. Coroner Schirmer was notified and gave permission for the removal of the remains to the residence of Wm. Van Curen, where an inquest will be held. Deceased was thirty years of age and a native of Ireland.
Source: Northern Indianan, Aug 11, 1870
Sarah J Van Curen
On the 6th of July, Mrs Sarah J Van Curen died in Jasper Co, Missourri. She was born in Harrison County, W Va, Oct 5, 1830. She moved to this county in 1836 with her bereaved parents, Samuel and Rebecca Wamsly. Some 15 Years since, she, with her husband, William Van Curen, moved to Kansas (1851), at which place they remained during the border war and famine. About 3 years since, they moved to Missourri. She leaves a Husband and 8 children.
Shirley A. (Greenman) Vancuren
Vancuren, Shirley A. (Greenman), age 70, homemaker, passed away on Tues, Dec 23, 2008. Visitation, 9am-Noon, Fri, Dec 26, Webb-Shinkle Mortuary, Clearwater, Graveside Service 1pm, Fri, Clearwater Cemetery. Preceded in death by her husband, Billy G. Vancuren; Survivors: stepson, Chip (Diana) Vancuren of Viola, stepdaughter, Janis (James) Riley of Wichita; brother, Chuck Greenman of Wichita; stepsister, Mary Ann (Laurence) Perry of Castor, La.; 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, Memorial: Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202. www.webb-shinklemortuary.com
VANCUREN -- Talmage Theodore VanCuren, Jr. (Ted), 57, died suddenly on Friday, December the 6, 2002 while hunting for pheasant in Medford, Oklahoma, with friends including his beloved nephew, Rob Anderson and his very close friend, Pat Riley. He was a passionate outdoorsman and avid hunter and fisherman who spent vacations and holidays pursuing his love for sport with friends and family in his motor home as they traveled about the country. Ted was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on April 2, 1945. He was preceded in death by; his father, Talmage Theodore VanCuren and his mother Katheryn Elizabeth Young VanCuren. He is lovingly survived by his wife, Sallie Anne; and four children, Serena Anne Weh and her husband, Pete of Los Lunas, Celia Dawn Brown of Ocala, Florida, Kelli Marie VanCuren of Los Lunas, and Talmage Theodore VanCuren, III (Teddy) and his fiancé, Cynthia Mendoza of Belen. He also left behind three sisters, Pride Anderson of Dallas, Texas, Gay Davis and Faith Goad both of Carlsbad, New Mexico and many loving in-laws, nieces and nephews. He will be missed by those he held as most precious; his grandchildren Morgan, Austin, Eric, Trace, Christopher, Abigail, Tony and one on the way. Many others called him Dad or Grandpa and will miss him including; Jason and Kari Rizzo, and their children, Katie and Timmy, Shawna Paul and Alan Harrington. Ted served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze star. He was honorably discharged in April 1970. Ted spent many years working in the construction industry as a site supervisor and was a master craftsman in his trade. In the spring of 1997, Ted rededicated his life to Christ and worked tirelessly to share his faith and passion for God with others. He was an active member of the Peralta Memorial United Methodist Church. Ted served on the Board of Trustees and the Future Facilities Committee. He was recently appointed to the Staff Parish Relations Committee and was admired and loved by all who served with him in his discipleship. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Peralta Memorial United Methodist Church, 25 Wesley Road, with Pastor Dave Blackwell officiating. Pallbearers will be Talmage "Teddy" VanCuren, Rob Anderson, Pete Weh, Jason Rizzo, Steve Thompson, Allen Jameson and Alan Harrington. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a memorial for Ted at Peralta Memorial United Methodist Church, 25 Wesley Road, Peralta, NM 87042 or to Parents Reaching Out, 1920 Columbia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Albuquerque Journal [Albuquerque, NM], December 11, 2002.
Thomas C. VanCuren
Atlas Crankshaft retiree
Thomas C. VanCuren, 60, died at 9 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2000, at his home at 427 Autumnwood Drive.
He was born July 22, 1939, in Tiffin, to the late William C. and Helen T. (Ziegman) VanCuren. His wife, Emily (Renninger) VanCuren, whom he married Oct. 15, 1994, in Akron, survives.
Other survivors include: two daughters, Kristin VanCuren of Toledo and Karin VanCuren of Akron; two stepdaughters, Judy Mounts of Port Orange, Fla., and Jennie Nowak of Winter Park, Fla.; a stepson, Lee Davenport of Perrysburg; and five grandchildren.
A sister, Charlotte Riester, is deceased.
Mr. VanCuren retired in 1998 as an inspector from the Atlas Crankshaft, Fostoria. He also worked as maintenance supervisor for Gilchrist Molding (Rubbermaid), retiring in 1999.
A U.S. Navy veteran, having served on the USS Spieger Grove (LSD 32), he had been involved in the invasion of Beirut, Lebanon.
He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus and Tiffin Moose Lodge 846.
A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Mary Catholic Church, where the rosary will be recited at 9:45 a.m. The Rev. Frank A. Murd will be the celebrant. Burial will be in the parish cemetery, with military graveside services conducted by the United Veterans Council.
Visitation is 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today at the Hoffmann-Gottfried Funeral Home, where a Christian wake service will be at 8:45 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Calvert High School, Community Hospice Care or the donor's choice.
Virginia M. VanCuren
Dec. 21, 1927-July 3, 2002
NORTH WEBSTER, Ind. — Virginia M. VanCuren, 74, 310 E. Madison, died at 1:42 p.m. Wednesday in Mason Health Care, Warsaw.
She was born Dec. 21, 1927, in South Bend, to Walter and Mary Plonski. She married Duane VanCuren in 1947. He died in 1985.
She was a lifetime area resident and homemaker. She was a member of North Webster American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and St. Adalbert’s Parish, South Bend.
Surviving are a daughter, Linda Darr, North Webster; two sons, Wayne VanCuren, Syracuse, and Steve VanCuren, North Webster; six grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and two brothers, Edwin and Harry Plonski, South Bend.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters and two brothers.
Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Mishler-Eastlund Funeral Home, Harris Chapel, Syracuse. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Greg Spry officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.
Memorials may be directed to Mason Health Care Activity Department.
Van Curen – William S Van Curen died at the home of Peter Flynn, this morning, of tuberculosis of the throat, from which disease he has suffered the last two months. He was aged thirty-nine years. He was born in Bethesda and came here about twelve years ago. He was formerly foreman of the Kildow Cigar Factory, but for several years he has operated his own factory on North Washington Street. He is survived by his wife and two children, Ola Marie and William Charles, one brother, O A Van Curen of Bethesda, and one sister, Mrs Harry Boroff of St Clairesville. The funeral arrangements will be announced later. Tiffin News, Jul 17, 1905.
Wilma VAN CUREN, of Boise, passed away in her sleep Monday afternoon, August 4, 2003 at the age of 85. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 8 at Dakan Funeral Chapel, Caldwell with Don Hardenbrook officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Caldwell.
Wilma Victoria GREGORY was born July 7, 1918 at Flint, Oklahoma, daughter of David Bell and Maude Pearl SIZEMORE GREGORY. When she was 2 years old, her family moved to Idaho, where she attended schools in Canyon County and graduated from Caldwell High School in 1936. After business school, she worked at the Canyon County Courthouse.
On June 30, 1941, Wilma married Royse VAN CUREN in Caldwell. At the beginning of World War II, they lived for a time in Colorado while Royse was in the Army, but returned to Canyon County after his discharge. In 1958, they moved to Boise to the place they would call home for the next 42 years.
For many years, home and family were her primary focuses. After raising her four children, she bought a local Cab Company, which she was actively involved in until her retirement in 1988.
Wilma is survived by her 3 children, Sharon MAYERKA, Bruce VAN CUREN and Douglas VAN CUREN, all of Boise; a foster daughter Nipa MAPON of California; a foster son, Praving Pete TITUVANO of Thailand; 13 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royse and son, Dale. Idaho Press-Tribune, August 7, 2003
Ada Van Keuren, d. 13 Mar, 1864, age 6m, Newburgh. Whig Press, 30 Mar, 1864
ALBERT E. VANKEUREN
BETHEL, NY — Please join the VanKeuren family as they celebrate Albert’s life at a special goodbye on June 28, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cherokee Hunting Preserve clubhouse in Bethel, NY.
Bring your favorite memory of Al to share, and stay for refreshments afterward.
ALBERT E. VAN KEUREN Port Charlotte, Fla. Albert E. Van Keuren, of Port
Charlotte, formerly of Narrowsburg, N.Y., died peacefully on Friday,
February 28, 2003 at the H.Q.M. of Port Charlotte, after an illness. He was
81. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Constance Arena Van Keuren. He
was born in Jeffersonville on July 13, 1921, the son of Dr. and Mrs. H.C.
Van Keuren. He was a graduate of Narrowsburg Central School and Delhi
Technical Institute, Delhi. After joining the U.S. Navy in 1941, he was
assigned to the Sea bees and was stationed in the Philippine Islands. Upon
discharge in 1945, Albert returned to Narrowsburg and after working as a
carpenter for a few years, established the contracting firm of Van Keuren
Construction Corporation, which was well known throughout Sullivan County
and surrounding areas. Al, as he was familiarly known, was a great friend of
young people and will be remembered for his custom of giving young lads of
working age a chance to learn the construction business with his company. He
was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a longtime member and past
president of the Cherokee Preserve Hunting Club in Bethel. His greatest joy
in life was spending time at his camp at "Puckyhuddle," the name given to
the group of camps located near Mallory Pond on the club grounds. Many
beautiful trophy heads and fish adorn the interior walls of his A-Frame,
mementos of the numerous times he went big game hunting in various parts of
the world. Other organizations that he belonged to include the V.F.W. of
Yulan, Elks Lodge #2153 Charlotte County, Punta Gorda, and the American
Legion. He was past president of the Van Keuren Cemetery association, Swan
Lake. In addition to his wife, also surviving are two sons, Alan Van Keuren
of Cochecton, Robert Van Keuren of Rhinebeck; one daughter and son-in-law,
Jo-Ann and Robert Trifiro, of Perrineville, N.J.; three grandchildren,
Michael, Timothy and Laura Trifiro of Perrineville; one sister, Arlene
Hawker of Honesdale, Pa.; several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by
one brother, Dr. Howard C. Van Keuren Jr. of South Weymouth, Mass. There
will be a memorial service at the Cheroke Preserve Hunting Club, Bethel at a
later date and at the convenience of the family.
WASHINGTON (AP)--Rear Adm. Alexander H. van Keuren (ret), 85, who as director of the Naval Research Laboratory helped develop the atomic bomb, died Sunday. Van Keuren received the Legion of Merit for his part in development of the bomb. He served 43 years in the Navy before retiring in 1946. The Gettysburg Times, July 8, 1966
Ann Eliza Van Keuren, d. 28 Aug, 1860, age 11m, dau. of John, Montgomery, Whig Press, 19 Sep, 1860
AMOS VAN KEUREN
Goshen, April 13--Amos VanKeuren, aged 82 years, died at the home of his niece, Mrs. Daniel Owen, today after a ten-day illness from pneumonia.
He was born in Pine Bush, a osn of Abram and Catherine Judson* Van Keuren and for the past five years had resided in Goshen where he had a wide circle of friends who mourn his loss to the community. He is survived by one sister, Miss Rachel VanKeuren.
The funeral services will be held on Monday at 1 o'clock p.m. at his late home, and the ceremony will be conducted by Rev. F.S. Haines. Interment in New Prospect Cemetery, Pine Bush. Middletown Times Press, April 13, 1918
Van Kuren - On Sunday, Oct. 11, 1896, At 11 O'clock A. M., At Jackson., Annie Hanly, Wife Of
Andrew Van Kuren, Aged 36 Years, A Native Of New Orleans. The Friends And Acquaintances Of The Van
Kuren And Hanly Families Are Invited To Attend The Funeral, Which Will Take Place This (Tuesday)
Morning, Oct. 13, At 10 O'clock, From The Late Residence Of The Deceased, No. 1516 Saratoga Street.
Mrs. Antoinette VanKeuren.
Pine Bush, March 28--Mrs. Antoinette VanKeuren, widow of Levi VanKeuren, died at her home, near Pine Bush, Tuesday morning, March 19, after an illness of but a few days.
Mrs. VanKeuren was born in Port Jervis, August 7, 1841, and was a daughter of Samuel Godfrey and Abbie Carpenter.
The following children survive her: John VanKeuren, of New York city; and Elmer and Ella G, at home. She is also survived by one brother and three sisters, Elmer Godfrey, of Brooklyn; Mrs. Elder and Mrs. Carpenter, of Middletown; and Mrs. Abram Woodward, of Pine Bush.
Mrs. Van Keuren was a faithful and consistent member of New Prospect Church for many years and while in failing health for several years it did not prevent her meeting with the church. Her presence in the home and neighborhood will be greatly missed, as those who knew her best will long remember her smile and cheery word of greeting.
The funeral services were conducted at her late home Friday by the Rev. J.J. Van Strien, pastor of the New Prospect Church, assisted by Rev. J.A.R. Dickson, of Pine Bush. Middletown Times Press, March 28, 1918
Mrs. Augusta E. Van Keuren
Pine Bush, Jan. 17--Augusta E. Shafer, widow of Oliver Van Keuren, died at her home in Pine Bush Jan. 14 after an illness of six weeks of paralysis. Mrs. Van Keuren was born in the town of Crawford Dec. 6, 1847, a dughter of George D. Shafer and Eleanor Randall. She is survived by one son, Orville, of Pine Bush, and three daughters, S. Eleanor, at home; Ida May, wife of Chauncey Decker; Anna R., wife of John D. Easman. Middletown Times Press, January 17, 1919
VAN KEUREN.--On Sunday, the 13th, BELLA M., daughter of Benjamin and Mary E. Van Keuren, aged 18 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her fuenral on Wednesday, at 2:30 P.M., from 14 Gardner av. Jersey City Heights. The New York Times, April 15, 1884
Mrs. Carrie M. Van Keuren
The funeral of Mrs. Van Keuren, 65, will be held at No. 200 Helen street Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with interment in Morningside cemetery. Mrs. Van Keuren was the wife of John B. Van Keuren. Besides her husband, she leaves three daughters, two sons and two sisters. Syracuse Herald, Syracuse, NY, July 6, 1915
Mrs. J.B. VanKeuren
Walden, July 10--Mrs. Carrie M. VanDemark, wife of John B. VanKeuren, died at her home, 200 Helen street, Syracuse, Monday, after a long illness from cancer of the breast. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius VanDemark, of Montela, Ulster county. She was married in Walden thirty years ago by the Rev. Mr. Schoonmaker, at that time the pastor of the Dutch Reformed Church, of which she was a member.
Besides her husband, she is survived by five chlidren: Frank, of Waterloo, N.Y.; Mrs. R.W. Willis, of Springfield, Mass.; May, Helen and John, at home. Middletown Daily Times, July 10, 1915
Cecil VanKeuren, July 3, 1910 to Jan. 27, 2007
Cecil C. VanKeuren, 96, of Kingston died of natural causes Saturday at home.
He was born in Kingston to Charles F. and Mabel O. (Garl) VanKeuren. On March 30, 1946, he married Betty Jo Homer. They lived in Silverdale until 1953 when they moved to Kingston. Mr. VanKeuren worked in production dispatch at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard before retiring in 1970. He also worked at the VanKeuren Dairy farm and at Bob Laris Automotive as a mechanic in 1926.
He was preceded in death by his wife in 1982; his brothers, Donald, Harold, Wayne, Rolland, Lyle, Lynn and Stan; and his sisters, Vivian, Clare, Marie and Bonita. Survivors include his son, Charles (Linda) VanKeuren; his daughters, Nancy (Jimmy) Crabbe, and Crystal VanKeuren Bell; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Memorial service: 1 p.m. Tuesday at Kingston Christian Church. Cemetery: Kingston Cemetery. Donations: Services for the Visually Impaired, 8720 Georgia Ave., Suite 210, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Kit Sun, January 31, 2007
Charles H Van Keuren of 8 Clifford Street, a foreman of the Ulster Knife Co, for many years, died Saturday at his home after a long illness. Born Sep 25, 1866, at Honk Hill, Mr Van Keuren was son of Levi and Mursena Freer Van Keuren. He was married Edith Freer, who died October 31, 1944. Mr Van Keuren was a resident of the village for 49 years. He was a member of the St John’s Episcopal Church. Survivors include three sons; Floyd, Richard, and Matthew, all of Ellenville; one daughter, Mrs Herbert Rogally of Ellenville; two sisters, Mrs Winfield Morse of Monticello, Mrs Susan Newkirk of New Paltz; six grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Pulling Funeral Home, with the Rev George R Hiatt officiating. Internment was in the Fantinekill Cemetery. The bearers were Claude Empt, Adam Steadner, Walter Little, and John C Braun. Ellenville Journal, Jul 23, 1954.
Chester H. Van Keuren, 76
Rocklander's brother
Chester H. Van Keuren of Kingston died Monday, Jan. 22,
1996 at Good Samaritan Hospital. He was 76.
He was born May 22, 1919, in Liberty, to Richard and
Edith Armstrong Van Keuren.
He lived in Kingston for 30 years.
Mr. Van Keuren studied at the Art Students Leage and
operated a sign painting business in Liberty and Kingston.
He was an artisan who specialized in gold leaf design,
and he retired in 1985.
Family genealogy was his special interest, and he spent
40 years in the investigation of his family history after
which he published The History of the Van Keuren Family
in 1990.
He was a member of the Holland Society, the Ulster
County Genealogical Society, a lifetime member of the
Huguenot Historical Society, and Sons of the American
Revolution.
He is survived by his sister, Regina Redding of Suffern;
two brothers, Isham Van Keuren of Wallkill, and Richard
Van Keuren of Beach Lake, Pa.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Thursday
at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 125 Lafayette Ave.,
Suffern. Burial follows in springtime in Hurley Cemetary,
Hurley.
Calling hours are 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., Thursday, at
Scarr Funeral Home, Route 202, Suffern.
Memorial donations may be made to Margarette Hendrickse
Van Keuren Scholarship Fund at Ulster County Community
College, Stone Ridge, NY 12484.
Mrs. Christina Van Keuren, 56 years old, widow of Jasper Van Keuren, died to-day at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Townsend No. 717 McBride street. Prayer will be said at the house to-morrow afternoon and the body will be sent to Walden, where funeral services will be held. Burial will be made at Howells Station. Syracuse Herald, Syracuse, NY, Dec. 21, 1907
Local News) Funeral services for Claude E. VanKeuren, one time of Troy, were held at the residence on South Avenue in Elmira on Monday evening. The remains were taken to Muncy, Pa. for burial.
Volume LV, #47, Thursday, November 21, 1918
Daniel VanKeuren, father of D. M. VanKeuren, of this village, died, Saturday, in his seventy-fourth year, at his son's residence. The funeral services were conducted by the members of Orange Lodge, this afternoon. The interment will be at Grahamsvile, Sullivan county, Tuesday afternoon. Deceased was a member of Grahamsville Lodge, I.O.O.F. Middletown Daily Argus, July 9, 1894
Dr. David van Keuren, of the 1300 block of Q Street NW, died suddenly in a hit-and-run bicycle accident on Friday, March 26, 2004, in southwest Washington.
Van Keuren, 53, was an avid bicyclist, riding most days of the year between his home in Logan Circle and his office at the Naval Research Laboratory, at the District’s southernmost tip. He was riding to work at the time of the accident.
A Wisconsin native, van Keuren has lived in the District for many years. He joined the staff of the Naval Research Laboratory in 1986 as its Historian, documenting the agency’s significant research and development achievements past and present, and contributing to national awareness of the broad impact of military scientific research on civil society.
He moved to the Logan Circle area in 2002, prior to which he lived on Capitol Hill since coming to Washington in the mid-1980s.
Van Keuren earned a Ph.D. in History from the University of Pennsylvania in 1982, following a Master’s from the University of Wisconsin at Madison (1975) and a Bachelor’s from UW-Eau Claire (1972). His graduate studies were concentrated on scientific thought in Europe and America from the middle ages to the present.
Van Keuren participated actively in a wide range of intellectual, cultural and physical activities. Combining his passion for cycling with a keen sense of compassion, van Keuren participated for many years in charity rides in support of local and national AIDS causes, including several of the DC AIDS rides, which benefited local AIDS charities; and the Montreal to Portland AIDS vaccine ride, which supported vaccine research.
He participated in a cycling group named “the Cycling Fools,” the roots of which can be traced to a group of friends who worked together at the World Bank, but which grew to include members from various extended circles of friends. Its purpose, in part, was to channel its members’ passion for both cycling and social justice into various fundraising rides.
Beyond riding to raise funds, though, van Keuren volunteered his time at Food and Friends and spent countless hours supporting other charitable causes and encouraging others to do so.
Van Keuren was an avid supporter of the visual and performing arts, and collected art and artifacts from the Southwest, including native crafts and paintings from well-known New Mexico artists. Locally, he was often known to be the first person to show up at the opening receptions for shows in Washington featuring work by painters, sculptors and photographers whose work he admired; he once dropped by an opening before anyone else and handed a single red rose to the artist, inquired as to her favorite piece in the show, and purchased it on the spot.
Van Keuren was also a member of a writers’ group, in which he contributed both original writing and critique to other writers. His recent efforts in this group were focused on concerns about the deterioration in the writing skills of young Americans brought about by technology and media fragmentation.
He was a fixture at hushed classical music performances and theatrical productions across the city, but also had many friends in the bars and restaurants along 14th Street in Logan Circle and 17th Street in Dupont Circle. Among other additional interests were domestic and international travel (friends say he was always “just coming back from somewhere”), and sailing.
David leaves behind a wide circle of friends and family, including parents Mr. And Mrs. James van Keuren of Oshkosh, Wisconsin; a sister, Marina Nelessen and brother-in-law Roger Nelessen; a brother Michael van Keuren and sister-in-law Char; a niece, Erin, and grand-niece Madeleine; and a nephew, Ryan. The family plans a small memorial service in Oshkosh, while friends and colleagues gathered to celebrate his life on Wednesday, March 31st, at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Capitol Hill.
Friends are organizing a charitable event, most likely a charity bike ride, in his memory for the spring, with proceeds to go to Food and Friends in van Keuren’s name. For more information on how to participate or to make a donation to the charity in van Keuren’s memory, contact his cycling group at cyclingfools@yahoo.com. Voice of the Hill, Mar 31, 2004
Darwin Van Keuren passed away recently, after 62 years of marriage to his wife, Arlene. He had a distinguished military career as a U. S. Air Force Colonel, and later purchasing director for Gleason Works in Rochester, New York. The Carlton Class News, January, 2005
Delia Van Keuren, d. Oct 27, 1859, age 32, wife of Benjamin W, Newburgh. Whig Press, 9 Nov, 1859
E(lisha) Decker Van Keuren, a member of Co. H, 124th N.Y.V., died yesterday morning at his home in Walden, aged about sixty-five years. Mr. VanKeuren was a wagon maker by trade, but for a number of years had been engaged in the baggage and express business in Walden. He leaves a son and a daughter. His wife died a few years ago. He was a member of Fairchild Post. Middletown Daily Argus, May 18, 1897
Edward Van Keuren, d. 2 Dec, 1861, child, son of Benjamin, Newburgh. Whig Press, 18 Dec, 1861
Van Keuren, Edward M - 810 S Ballenger, age 66, died Apr 12, 1980 at St Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 11AM Tuesday at Brown Funeral home, 1616 Davison Rd, Rev Grant H Wessel officiating. Interment in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Memorial services by DAV will be conducted at 4:30PM today. Mr Van Keuren was born in St Catherines, Ontario, Mar 25, 1914 and had lived in Flint most of his life. He was a Veteran of World War II and a lifetime member of the DAV, chapter 122. He owned and operated Van Keuren Landscaping Co. Surviving are 2 sons, Terry and Debby of Schwartz Creek and Edward Jr and Lois of Flushing; 3 daughters, Sherry L and Danny Davis of Lapeer, Doraine and Don Fyfe of Flint, and Mary Madison of Mt Morris; 15 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 5 brothers, Lloyd of Canada, Don of Garden City, Sid of Illinois, Bob of California, and Ronnie of Flint; 2 sisters, Elsie May of Flint, and Jean Byers of Davison.
Delia Van Keuren, d. Oct 27, 1859, age 32, wife of Benjamin W, Newburgh. Whig Press, 9 Nov, 1859
Elanora VanKeuren
Homemaker, 90
Elanora VanKeuren of Mongaup Valley, a homemaker and a lifelong Sullivan County resident, died Thursday, July 27, 2000, at the Andover Subacute and Rehab Center in Andover, N.J. She was 90 years of age.
The daughter of the late Frank and Nora Gabriel, she was born July 18, 1910, in Monticello.
Mrs. VanKeuren was a member of the Mongaup Valley United Methodist Church and the Bethel Senior Citizens.
She is survived by a son, Douglas VanKeuren of Kauneonga Lake; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Franklin VanKeuren.
There will be no visitation.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Mongaup Valley United Methodist Church, Route 17B, Mongaup Valley with the Rev. Kenneth Rodgers officiating.
Burial will be made in the Mongaup Valley Union Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements were made by the Ramsay's Funeral Home in Kauneonga Lake.
Mr Eli Van Keuren, a well known and prominent resident of the town of Shawangunk, whose illness was noted last week, died on Monday, at the age of 74 years. Mr Van Keuren was a trustee of the Ellenville Savings Bank, had been supervisor of his town, and held other responsible positions. He was held in high esteem. Ellenville Journal, Jul 8, 1887
Eliza Jane, wife of William Van Keuren, passed away quietly at her home in Ellenville early Wednesday Morning, May 20, 1914. She was a daughter of James Keogan and Elizabeth Bunting, his wife, and was born at Eureka, NY in 1834. She is survived by her husband and seven children; Willard B Van Keuren of Kerhonken, Mary V Pike of New Hampshire; Carrie B, wife of William Grossman(deceased), of Wawarsing; Charles B Van Keuren of Tuxedo; Madge W, wife of Burton G Saunders, of Chicago, Ill; Elizabeth, wife of Samuel Morey(deceased), of New Paltz; Blanche, wife of W H Austin, of Norwood, NJ. Also by 3 sisters; Mrs Sarah Glassbrenner, of Ellenville; Abbie Keogan and Mrs Lucy Vernoy, of Wawarsing. The brothers are Sylvenus Keogan of Mombaccus and Sylvester Keogan of Kingston. Deceased was a worthy member of the M E Church. Funeral service was held at the house on Saturday p.m., conducted by the Rev Geo M Cranston, of Kingston NY. Internment was at Fantinekill Cemetery. Ellenville Journal, May 28, 1909.
Elizabeth Van Keuren, d. 2 Mar, 1857, age 28 y, 3m, wife of Moses. Also Melissa, sister of Elizabeth, daus. Of C H Gridley of Montgomery. Both died of Scarlet Fever; Melissa was 15 at the time of her death. Both are buried in one grave in Montgomery. Whig Press, 11 Mar, 1857.
Mrs Elizabeth Van Keuren, age 60, a suicide, leaves 2 daughters. Whig Press, 30 Apr, 1862.
Elizabeth Ann Van Keuren, d. 15 May, 1856, age 18y, dau of Milton, Woodbourne. Whig Press, 28 May, 1856
Mrs. Ella J. Van Keuren died at her home at Van Keuren's Corners, in the town
of Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 30th, 1901, aged 33 years, 5 months and 20 days.
The cause of death was Addison's bronze, an acute disease of the kidneys.
Deceased was a daughter of James and Mary Margison, and was born at the
Margison homestead at Mongaup Valley, where her girlhood days were passed.
She was married to Franklin P. Van Keuren Feb. 20th, 1889. She had been in
poor health for some years, but was up and about her household duties until
about two weeks before her death. She had been a consistent member of the
Methodist church since her girlhood days, first at her native place and more
recently at White Lake. Although the sufferings which terminated her life
were intense she was sustained even to the end by a firm and unshaken trust in
God. Her husband survives her; also a daughter, Lela M., aged nine years; her
aged parents, residing at Mongaup Valley, and three brothers and four sister,
residing as follows: George M., at Mongaup Valley; William and Cyrus, at
home; Sarah, wife of Richard HALL, at the toll-gate west of Monticello; Fannie
E., at Sugar Loaf, N.Y.; Martha and Alice, at home. Funeral services were
held at her late residence Tuesday afternoon. Interment in the family
cemetery near the homestead.
Ellen I. VanKeuren
Ellen Isabelle VanKeuren, 81, of 101 Mountain Lake Lane, Paris, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2000, in Winchester Medical Center.
Mrs. VanKeuren was born Jan. 1, 1919, in Portland, Maine, the daughter of Edward and Isabelle Brodie MacFarlane. He was owner and operator of Mountain Lake Campground.
Surviving are a son, Edward VanKeuren of Paris; and two grandchildren.
A private service is planned.
Memorials may be made to Shenandoah Farms Volunteer Rescue Squad, 6363 Howellsville Road, Front Royal 22630.
Enders & Shirley Funeral Home, Berryville, is handling arrangements.
Mrs Elsie Van Keuren. There passed away in Dunnville on Thursday, March 14th, Mrs Elsie (Bessey) Van Keuren, Widow of James Melvin Van Keuren, aged 83 years. Deceased was born in Homer, Ontario, in 1857, and resided in Merritton until her marriage in 1878, then living several years in Dunn Township. Except for a few years in Brantford, the balance of her life was spent in Dunnville. Her husband pre-deceased her twenty one years this month. The kind, friendly disposition of the deceased won her a host of friends. Surviving are three daughters, (Annie) Mrs James Jamieson of Wellandport; (Ida) Mrs George H Smith; and (Nellie) Mrs Frank Dashwood; also three sons, James, George, and William of Brantford, and one sister, Mrs Kate Murphy, who resided with her. One daughter, Pearl, died in infancy. Besides her family she leaves eighteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
The funeral was held from the residence of Mrs Frank Dashwood on Sunday, March 17th, with internment at Riverside Cemetery. Rev S H Lamb of First Baptist Church officiated. The Pall Bearers were Frank Montague, Chester Van Keuren, Bert Ludgate, John Westerby, William McPherson, and Frank Vasbinder. The floral tributes included: Pillow from the family; baskets, Mr and Mrs H L Gapes and Mr an Mrs L H Burrows; Mrs Art Hannigan and Mrs Dodge, First Baptist Church; sprays, granddaughters Mildred, Helen, and Edna; grandson James Van Keuren Jr, Windsor, Ontario;Mr and Mrs Frank Smith; Women’s Association of Grace United Church; Past Noble Grands Club of June Rebekah Lodge; the Girls of the Finishing Department, Monarch Knitting Company; Mrs Margaret Dashwood and Beatrice; the Backus Family; the Employees of the Park and Cemetery Board, Brantford; Mr and Mrs Richard Jacob; Mary and Frances Riddell; Mrs Alice Stephens, the Werners, and the McKees; Mrs Williamson and Reta; Mr and Mrs Frank Vasbinder, Colbourne. Mar 18, 1940.
Ernest Van Keuren. Mr and Mrs William S Van Keuren attended the funeral of Mr Van Keuren’s brother, Ernest, at Livonia. Ernest formerly resided in Savona. The Steuben Courier, June 9, 1944.
DIED.
VANKEUREN - Jan. 19, at Goshen, Ethel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel VanKeuren, aged 5 months. Middletown Daily Times, January 24, 1893
Family Sadly Afflicted.
The infant child (Evelyn Mae) of Mrs. and the late George Van Keuren died at the home on Monday evening, of spinal meningitis, aged about six months.
The father died less than two weeks ago, of tuberculosis, and the child who was in poor health at that time, soon followed. The funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon, and the interment in the family plot at Fantinekill. Middletown Times Press, October 19, 1916
Floyd Van Keuren of 14 Nevins Street died suddenly Monday at Veterans Memorial Hospital from a heart attack. Mr Van Keuren, who had been employed as a cutler for the Ulster Knife Company for about 40 years, was born September 7, 1892, at Greenfield, a son of Charles and Edith Freer Van Keuren. He was married here November, 1915 to Elizabeth Hoar. Mr Van Keuren attended the Ellenville Public Schools and was a member of the St John’s Episcopal Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs Edith Zupp of Walden, and Mrs Alice McCombs of Cragsmoor; two sons, Frederick R of Ellenville and Herbert E of Paterson, NJ; two brothers, Mathew and Richard of Ellenville; one sister, Mrs Alice Rogally of Ellenville; nine grandchildren, one great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at St John’s Episcopal Church at 2 o’clock, with the Rev Robert Ward officiating. Internment will be at the Fantinekill Cemetery. The bearers will be Thomas Ingham, Walter Little, Robert Goldsmith, and Joseph Goldsmith. Ellenville Journal, Oct 19, 1954.
Frank E. Van Keuren, for many years one of the publishers of the Mansfield Advertiser, died suddenly at his home in Troy, Tuesday morning. Although he had been in failing health for some time, yet he had seemed as well lately as for some time. He was in Mansfield for a little while Sunday and seemed quite well. The funeral will be held from his home in Troy Thursday afternoon at two o’clock. Frank E. VanKeuren was born in Hammondsport, N.Y., Oct. 26, 1861, the son of Dr. Eber and Sarah VanKeuren. He was educated in the public schools of Hammondsport and Bath, N.Y., and then started to learn the printer’s trade on the Steuben Courier in Bath. After four and a half years there he went to Elmira where he became foreman of the job department of the Advertiser. Later he went back to Bath and to Wellsboro, where he was foreman of the Advocate. He came to Mansfield in the spring of 1885 and purchased the Advertiser of W. A. Rowland. In July he sold a half interest to Sheridan E. Coles, and the firm of VanKeuren & Coles conducted the paper for nearly a quarter of a century. They bought the Troy Gazette in 1901 and afterward the Troy Register. Later they divided their holdings with Mr. VanKeuren taking the Troy papers and Mr. Coles the Advertiser. In 1896 Mr. VanKeuren spent several months in New York, where he was an instructor in a school of printing. On September 6, 1888, Mr. VanKeuren married Katherine E. VanNess, daughter of Peter V. And Celia Reynolds VanNess. To them were born two children, Ralph H. and helen. During his life in Mansfield Mr. VanKeuren was active in all worethy affairs and held several positions of trust. He was a member of Friendship Lodge, F. & A. M. in which he acted as secretary and treasurer at different times, as well as passing the chairs to W. M. He was a communicant of the Episcopal church and held the office of vestryman and treasurer. He was also burgess of Mansfield for one term. He was a man who was held in high esteem by all who knew him and he had his part in the building of Mansfield and the Mansfield Advertiser.
The Rev. Frank H. Van Keuren, 84, who organized the Society which founded a later built Grace Methodist Church, died at 5:25 Savona .m. today after a heart attack at 41 East William Street. His home was in Sovona but he and Mrs. Van Keuren were spending the winter here. Mr. Van Keuren organize the Grace Church Society which held its service in what was known as King’s Hall, corner of Bridge and West Pultney Street, on Oct. 25, 1896. Later the well-known minister headed the list of subscribers towards a new church edifice with a contribution of $25.
The society purchased for lots on Bridge Street Nov. 9, 1897 in the corner stone of the new church was late April 14, 1898. The Rev. Mr. Van Keuren preached the first service in the new building on Aug. 28, 1898 and dedicated it on September 18, 1898. He also preached the last service in the old church, corner Bridge and West Pultney streets, about five years ago. His first organist, Mrs. and Hannah M. Harrington, played the last hymn in that church.
To Mr. Van Keuren run officiated at the dedication of the present church, which he and his family have attended this is taking up residence in Corning.
Born in South Bradford, in December 16, 1860, the son of Moses T. and Hannah Canfield Van Keuren , he was educated at Genesee Wesleyan Seminary and Garrett Biblical Institute in Evanston, Illinois. Completing his education there, the Rev. Mr. Van Keuren entered the ministry in 1884, joining the Genesee Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Among the pastorates which he has served are: Covington Lambs Creek, Pennsylvania, Rathbunsville, Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania, East Avenue, Hornell Painted Post, Linnwood Avenue, Buffalo, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, Wellsville and Honeoye Falls. He retired in 1913 but has supplied at Bradford and Sanora since that time.
He was married to Kitty. L. Barber of Covington, Pennsylvania, on June 22nd, 1887, by his uncle, the Rev. John T. Canfield. They had two children, Mrs. Florence Oliver of Corning, teacher in Big Flat School and Dr. Ernest C. Van Keuren, head of the English Department of Evansville college, Evansville, Indiana. Three grandchildren, private Joseph A. Olliver in England, Nancy and Bruce Van Keuren of Evansville, Indiana, one nephew, William G. Connelly former prominent Corningite, now of Chicago, Illinois.
The body was removed to the Philips funeral home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete
Mrs Frank J Van Keuren died Dec 27th at her home near Savona, from blood poisoning, age 42 years. She is survived by her husband and 6 children and brothers and sisters. The Bath Plaindealer, Jan 1, 1910.
Frank P Van Keuren Summoned by Death
Frank P Van Keuren, aged 47 years, for nearly 30 years a resident of Colorado and recently one of the Deputy Assessors of Denver, died at St Luke’s Hospital at Noon Yesterday, after a weeks illness with appendicitis. Funeral Services will be held at the family home at 1617 Franklin, at 4 o’clock this afternoon.
Mr Van Keuren was for years connected with the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company at Pueblo and later with the Colorado and Southern and the State Insurance Department in Denver. In Pueblo he was one of the founders of the Knights of Pythias and was always active in that order, being one of the leaders of the movement that abolished liquor from the lodgerooms, and barred dealers in liquors from membership. He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. He is survived by his wife and two children, residing in Denver, and by two sisters, whose home is in Pueblo. Denver Times, 27 Jul, 1908
FRANK P VAN KEUREN DIES AT HOSPITAL
PROMINENT REPUBLICAN POLITICIAN SUCCUMBS TO APPENDICITIS AFTER SHORT ILLNESS
WAS WELL KNOWN PYTHIAN AND MAN OF AFFAIRS
Frank P Van Keuren, a well known citizen of Denver, died at noon yesterday at St Luke’s Hospital of appendicitis. He was taken ill a week ago and an operation failed to provide relief, as the nature of his affliction was such as to place his case beyond hope almost from the first
Mr Van Keuren, who was one of the Deputy Assessors of this county, came to Colorado in 1880 and has been since that time identified with the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company, the Colorado and Southern Railway, and the State Insurance Department. He has been prominent in Republican politics and was a man of strong patriotic impulses. He came from a famous old Revolutionary family and was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. The Hon Alton B Parker of New York spent much of his time while attending the recent Democratic National Convention with Mr Van Keuren, the two having been school boys together in New York. Mr Van Keuren was a prominent member of the Knights of Pythias and the funeral will be conducted by that order.
He was born March 23, 1861 and leaves a wife and grown son and daughter, Harry and Mamie. The funeral will be held today at the late residence, 1617 Franklin Street at 4PM today. Denver Daily Republican, 27 Jul, 1908
Frank P. VanKeuren Jr.
Frank P. VanKeuren Jr., age 40 of Millville, N.J., died Saturday, November 8, 2003. Born and raised in Elmer, NJ. He lived in Millville for the past six months.
He was an Independent Truck Driver. He previously worked for Salem Machine in Salem, N.J. and Airwork in Milllville, N.J. He graduated in 1982 from Schalick High School. He loved all outdoor sports including riding motorcycles.
He was predeceased by his father the late Frank P. VanKeuren Sr. Surviving are his children Jason Daniel VanKeuren and Melissa Lee VanKeuren both of Centerton, N.J.; mother Shirley P. VanKeuren of Millville, N.J.; sister JoAnne Sunder of Galloway Township, N.J.; his uncle Joe Zirillo and aunt Barbara Sacco both of Hammonton, N.J., uncle John VanKeuren of Woodstown, NJ and great aunt Eleanor VanKeuren of Vineland, N.J.
Viewing Monday after 10:00 a.m. at the MARINELLA FUNERAL HOME, Inc. 102 N. 3rd St. Hammonton, N.J. Funeral Services 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Frederick R Van Keuren. Funeral Services will be held at 10 AM today for Frederick R Van Keuren, formerly of 11 Pershing Avenue, who died Monday at Peekskill. He was born in Ellenville on May 10, 1897 to the late Charles and Edith Freer Van Keuren. He was married to the late Freeda Howe on Jan 14, 1920 in Ellenville. He was a communicant of St John’s Episcopal Church and formerly was a church vestryman and warden. He was a 50 year member of the Pioneer Engine Co of the Ellenville Fire Department, and a 50 year member of the Wawarsing Masonic Lodge. He was also an active member of the Republican Party. He was a retired Postmaster. Surviving are his daughter, Mrs Robert Haring of Peekskill; a son, Richard John, of Webster Groves, MO; a brother Matthew, of Ellenville; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The Rev John Armfield will officiate at the Office for the Burial of the Dead at St John’s Memorial Church in Ellenville. Burial will be in the Fantinekill Cemetery in Ellenville. Arrangements were by the Donald H Bury Funeral Home, Ellenville. Contributions may be made to the St John’s Memorial Episcopal Church. Ellenville Journal, Aug 1, 1974.
Frederick R Van Keuren, 60, of Scottsdale and formerly of Ellenville, died Friday at the Scottsdale Memorial Hospital, Scottsdale. A retired district manager for Prudential Insurance, he spent most of his life in Ellenville. He was born in Ellenville May 13, 1918, to Floyd and Elizabeth Hoar Van Keuren. Mr Van Keuren was a former Republican committeeman from the town of Wawarsing; a former board member of the Ellenville School; the past president of the Shawangunk Country Club in Ellenville; and a member and past commander of the American Legion Cook-Taylor Post 111 in Ellenville. Survivors include his wife, the former Margaret Hoerner, at home; one son, Peter C of Chicago; one brother, Herbert, of New Jersey; two sisters, Edith, of New Jersey, and Alice of Cragsmoor. A burial office was offered at 10 a.m. Tues in St John’s Memorial Episcopal Church, Ellenville. Burial was in Fantinekill Cemetery. Ellenville Press, Feb 21, 1979.
Mrs Freeda H Van Keuren of 11 Pershing Ave, Ellenville, died Friday at Ellenville Community Hospital. Born in Ellenville on September 14th, 1895, she was the daughter of John A and Margaret Stedner Howe. She was married to Fred R Van Keuren in St John’s Church on Jan 14, 1920, and was a life long resident here. She was a member of the St John’s Memorial Episcopal Church, the Parish Aid Society of Church, the Episcopal Women, and Wawarsing Chapter #253 Order of Eastern Star.
Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Mrs Robert E Haring of Peekskill; a son, Richard J of St Louis, MO; five grandchildren; one sister, Mrs Etta Parliaman of LaGrangeville; three brothers, Floyd Howe of Ellenville, and John A Howe and Jacob Howe of Poughkeepsie. Order of the Eastern Star services and prayers for the dead were held Monday Evening. A Requiem Eucharist was held Tuesday morning at St John’s Church, with the Rev John S Armfield officiatingInternment was in Fantinekill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were made by Louck’s Funeral Home. Ellenville Journal, Feb 12, 1974.
Evening Gazette, Port Jervis, NY, September 11, 1869:
Railroad Accident at Newburgh--A Boy Killed.
We learn from the Telegraph that on Wednesday evening a dreadful accident happened at the Penn. Coal Dock at Newburgh. An extra coal train on the Erie Branch, Engine 248, Frank Geraghter, conductor, arrived there, having a passenger coach attached filled with visitors from the Orange County Temperance Convention at Craigville. On arriving at the Coal Dock they detached the engine from the train, as is the custom, to allow the train of cars to run in the switches alone, it being down grade. Before the train was stopped, the heartrending shrieks and wailing of some unknown injured person were heard, which turned out to be a young boy, unknown to them then. The following are the particulars as near as can be described from the facts as we get them:
As is the habit and continual practice of a lot of young lads, living in the southern portion of the city, near the railroad and coal dock--they meet these coal trains at the upper switches, and when the trains are stopped to cut off the engine they mount the cars (out of the sight of the train hands) and throw off coal until the train is quite a distance down, when they get off, go back and take the coal home or sell it. Last evening this dodge was being practiced by several boys, among whom was George VanKeuren, a lad fifteen years of age, son of Albert Van Keuren, residing in East Parmenter street. In getting on the train it appears he missed his foothold and fell under, nearly all of the train passing over him. Both feeter were entirely severed at the ankles, and his legs horribly mangled. His right arm was broken in several places, and his right side was mangled and torn beyond description. It was a horrible sight. The little fellow was picked up and put in Conductor Geraghty's caboose and brought down to the depot. Dr. Ely said as soon as he saw the unfortunate lad, it was impossible to save his life, all that could be done would be to administer stimulants to relieve his agony. He died about ten o'clock in the evening.
George VanKeuren.
Ellenville. Oct. 9--George VanKeuren son of Mr.and Mrs.Charles VanKeuren, died at his home in this village, on Saturday afternoon, october 7, at 4 o'clock, from tuberculosis, at the age of 24 years.
Mr. VanKeuren had spent his life in Ellenville, where he was welll known and popular among his young associates. As long as health permitted, he was a valued employee of the Ellenville Knife Works.
He is survived by a wife and an infant child six months old, his parents, Mr.and Mr. Charles VanKeuren, and a number of brothers and sisters.
The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from St. John's Episcopal Church, the pastor, Rev. H.P. Hobson, D.D, conducting the services. The interment will be made in the Fantinekill cemetery. Middletown Times Press, October 9, 1916
Steuben Advocate, June 10, 1903
Mrs Hannah Van Keuren, relict of the late Moses T Van Keuren, died at the home of the daughter, Mrs George Conley, of Sonora, aged 76 years. She was a daughter of the late John Canfield of Oak Hill and is survived by a brother, Rev John T Canfield of Dundee, formerly presiding Elder of this district, and a son, Rev Frank H Van Keuren of Coudersport, PA, besides Mrs Conley.
Hannah E Van Keuren, died 12 Apr, 1856, wife of H.A., Burlingham, Sullivan County. Whig Press, 14 May, 1856
Helen Van Keuren - Sudden Death of a Married Lady.
We learn from the Montgomery Republican that on the morning of the 11th,
Mrs. Helen Van Keuren died very suddenly at her residence in Crawford. She
was the only child of the late John Hill, jr., and was a year or so ago
married to Mr. Newton Van Keuren of Pine Bush. She awoke, said she was
feeling very singularly, and wished her husband called, who was sleeping up
stairs. He was promptly called, and came down immediately, when he found
his wife speechless, and in a few moments she was dead. Her disease was
probably some affection of the heart. She leaves a husband, and a child
about three weeks old.
Services for Helen L. VanKeuren, 80, Pittsburg, will be 11 a.m. Monday at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, Lawrence. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Baldwin.
Mrs. VanKeuren died Thursday, June 28, 2001, at Mt. Carmel Medical Center, Pittsburg.
She was born July 28, 1920, in DeQueen, Ark., the daughter of Joel Walter and Ruth Gertrude (Peasley) Spence. She attended schools in Arkansas and Lawrence. She moved from Lawrence to Pittsburg, where she lived the past 10 years. She worked for KPL, then Hallmark Cards, Lawrence, from 1958 to 1978.
She married Donald E. VanKeuren June 27, 1940. He died in 1966.
Survivors include a daughter, Sandra Harrison, Pittsburg; four sisters, Margaret Penny and Veta Forbes, both of Oskaloosa, Alta Slack, Springfield, Ohio, and Bernice Nehrbass, Perry; a brother, Bernard Spence, Bay City, Tex.; two granddaughters and four great-grandchildren.
Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary, where the family will receive friends from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The family suggests memorials to an organization of the donor's choice, sent in care of the mortuary. Lawrence Journal World, June 30, 2001
Henry Van Keuren, a worthy veteran of the Civil War, who served three years, and who from rheumatic and other ailments incurred in the service of his country had suffered much, having for seven years been confined at home unable to stand upon his feet, died Saturday Morning, the 12th, at his residence on Honk Hill, at the age of 74 years. Funeral services were at the home on Tuesday afternoon, with internment at Fantinekill Cemetery. The deceased was the son of Phillip Van Keuren, was born at Lackawack, and spent nearly all his life in that vicinity, save when he was in the Army. He is survived by 2 sons, Charles, who is living in Poughkeepsie, and James, who with a daughter Jennie, resided at the home. A squad from Ward Post attended the funeral, and laid their comrade to rest. Ellenville Journal, Nov 17, 1910.
Death of Henry R Van Keuren. Monday Evening on Railway Train, While enroute to Ellenville. On Monday Morning Last, Mr Matthew Van Keuren went to New York to accompany his brother, Henry R Van Keuren, to Ellenville for a visit. Henry Van Keuren had been an invalid and was suffering greatly from dropsy; but he was in cheerful spirits and anxious to come to Ellenville. They came by the early evening train, which involves a change of cars at Summitville. Mr Van Keuren, aided by others, assisted the invalid aboard as carefully as possible, and when placed in a seat, said he was tired, and almost instantly he died, with his brother’s arms about him. By Advice the deceased man was removed and Coroner Helms of Wurtsburo was summoned, and came accompanied by Dr J F Wiklow of Wurtsburo. There was found no occasion for an inquest, and Undertaker Irving Ostrander of this village brought the remains to Ellenville.
Henry R Van Keuren – to whom among his friends there clung all his life the familiar cognomen “Honey”, attached somehow in childhood – was born in Kingston fifty four years ago, son of DeWitt Van Keuren and Eliza Van Vliet, his wife. As a young man he learned the printing business in the office of the People’s Press, the proprietor of which was Daniel Bradbury, Henry’s Uncle. But printing was slow for the mettlesome young man, and with a friend he drifted to the big city; when the Brooklyn Bridge was finished he was employed upon it as a collector, and received and handled the first penny paid for passage across the big structure; afterwards he became an assistant superintendent; was also an agent for the Rockaway line of iron steamboats; personally conducted a number of big steamboat excursions; in short, “Honey” led a busy life. In recent years he ran a popular café in Broadway, New York and was the successful proprietor of the Brandon House, Greenwood Lake – of which he had secured the lease for the coming season. Mr Van Keuren was a high degree Mason, member of lodge, chapter, commandery, and shrine; also a member of the Elks and Royal Arcanum. Mr Van Keuren’s first wife was Sarah Benjamin, of Andes, NY, who died without children; he leaves a second wife and two stepsons. He is survived also by a brother, Matthew, of Ellenville; a sister Mrs Charles Howe, of Orange Connecticut; stepsisters, Mrs Catherine Metz of Waterbury, Conn; Mrs George Nestell of Kingston, and a stepbrother, Charles Clearwater, of Kingston. The funeral services were at the house of Mr Matthew Van Keuren, Wednesday afternoon, at 1 o’clock, conducted by the Rev H C Berg, DD, with Masonic ceremonies in charge of the Wawarsing Lodge. Internment at Fantinekill Cemetery. Ellenville Journal, Apr 14, 1905.
Newspaper clipping, with handwritten note Jan 12, 1927:
Deaths and Funerals
Henry S. Van Keuren
Henry Smith Van Keuren, formerly of Middletown, died Wednesday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. Howard Stitt in Monroe, after one week's illness.
Mr. Van Keuren was born August 7, 1852 in Pine Bush, the son of Nelson and Harriet Smith Van Keuren. He married Miss Kittie Palmer at Thompson Ridge. Mrs. Van Keuren died in Middletown, March 14, 1917. A son, Nelson, died 30 years ago.
Mr. Van Keruen in early life united with the church and has all his life been an earnest church worker. He had for several years been an active member and Elder of the Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church.
For the past three years, he had made his home with his children in Monroe.
He leaves his daughter, Leota, wife of J. Howard Stitt, and three grandchildren, Henrietta, Charles and Edna Stitt; also a sister in Pontiac, Ill.
Mr. Van Keuren will be greatly missed in the church by all who were fortunate to know him but the loss to the family where he has been such a devoted father and grandfather cannot be measured.
The funeral will be held in the Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church in Middletown Saturday at 1:30 o'clock. Interment will be in the family plot, New Prospect cemetery, Pine Bush.
Death notice:
VAN KEUREN--At rest, in Monroe, N.Y. January 12, 1927, Henry S. VanKeuren, aged 74 years. Funeral services iwll be held in the chapel of the Webb Horton Memorial Church, Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Interment in family plot, Pine Bush cemetery.
Herbert G. VANKEUREN, 70, died Sunday night, March 22, 1931, in the home of
his daughter Mrs. James W. DONALDSON, 117 Center avenue, McDonald. He had
been ill for several months.
Mr. VANKEUREN was born in Riceville, Crawford county and had resided in
McDonald the past 35 years, working in the oil fields most of the time. A
member of the Knights of Maccabees he was a district organizer of the order,
and at his death he was a commander of the McDonald tent. He was also a
member of the First United Presbyterian church of McDonald. Mrs. VANKEUREN
died in 1923.
He leaves the following children: T. H. VANKEUREN of Charleston, W. Va.,
C. R. VANKeUREN of Tuttleman City, Calif., Mrs. C. E. MCDOWELL of
Monongahela, Mrs. James W. DONALDSON and Everett VANKEUREN of McDonald.
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon in the Donaldson home in
charge of the Rev. S. A. MCCOLLAM who was assisted by the Rev. A. R.
ARMSTRONG. Burial was in the Robinson's Run cemetery.
(Source: March 27, 1931, Obits. McDonald Record-Outlook)
A POISONER AND SUICIDE
HE GIVE STRYCHNINE TO HIS WIFE AND THEN TAKES SOME HIMSELF
HYLAND, N.Y., Nov. 2--Jacob Winfred Van Keuren, of Utica, N.Y., poisoned himself and his wife at the residence of his father-in-law here, where they had been guests for five days. Late last night Van Keuren made deliberate preparations for the poisoning. He purchased strychnine at a drug store, saying he wanted it for rats. Before retiring he chatted pleasantly, and before putting out the light in the bedroom he handed his wife a glass, stating that it contained some medicine he had prepared for her. She drank half the mixture and he drank the remainder. After they had retired he told his wife what she had drank. She raised an outcry, which speedily brought her father and the other members of the family. She was given an emetic and physicians were summoned and her life was saved, though she is still in a critical condition. Van Keuren refused to take an emetic, and he died in great agony shortly after the arrival of the doctors. He left a letter, a copy of which is !
as follows:
To the friends who have been so kind to my suffering wife I desire hereby to tender my last tribute of gratitude, and especially to Pa and Ma Haight for their untold efforts to cheer and comfort my darlings. To all those who look for the cause of this unexpected event I would say that no one but myself is in any way responsible for it; it is done in the cool deliberation of a sound mind, because I believe death to be the only means of rescuing her from the fate of those who have been the prey of insanity. I ask only one favor from the world. I know my friends will grant it. When you have consigned our bodies to the grave be charitable enough to say, "They loved each other." No purer soul was ever given to woman than that so soon to take its flight. With an affectionate farewell to all I go.
JACOB WINFRED VAN KEUREN
The suicide had studied for the ministry several years ago, and for a time taught school at West Park, Ulster County. He was well known in various parts of the State. From his letter it might be inferred that the wife was predisposed to be insane. Nothing could be further from the truth, and to all appearances Van Keuren was perfectly rational. This afternoon the Coroner held an inquest, and this evening the jury rendered a verdict in accordance with the facts as above stated. The New York Times, November 3, 1887
James Van Keuren Inquest
The jury in the coroner's investigation of the death of James Van Keuren met
Saturday night, at the home of Emory Van Keuren, on Monhagen avenue. After
hearing the testimony of John McBride and Miss Mary J. Van Keuren, a verdict
of suicide, while suffering from temporary aberration of mind, was rendered. Middletown Daily Argus, Middletown, NY, June 21, 1897.
NEARLY CUT HIS HEAD OFF.
James Van Keuren Slashed His Throat With a Razor at Pilgrim's Corners--Body Found by His Father in an Orchard--Temporary Insanity Due to Ill Health the Probable Cause.
Coroner Decker was called to Pilgrim's Corners, about 6 o'clock, Friday night, where the body of James Van Keuren had been found lying in an orchard, the throat slashed with a razon until the head was nearly severed from the spine.
The discovery was made by the father of the victim, Isaac Van Keuren, who lives on Monhagen avenue, near the Summit. His son, who was thirty-six years of age, had not acted entirely right of late and when James started for John McBride's farm, near Pilgrim's Coroners (sic--a Freudian slip?), to look for work and did not return the father became alarmed and followed. He found that hte son had not been at Mr. McBride's and on returning, accompanied by Mr. McBride, he made the horrible discovery of his son's self-inflicted death.
On the arrival of Coroner Decker the body was removed to his late home by Undertaker Rockafellow and a jury viewed it and took an adjournment until to-night, when an inquest will be held at the Van Keuren house.
The victim was without coat and vest when found. He laid on his back in the field adjoining the lane and the instrument of death was still in his hand. The family state that he was nervous during the morning and spoke of having a new suit of clothes Monday. He sharpened his razor on finishing shaving and when asked by his mother if he was sick he replied, "No," and she asked: "If you are not sick why do you act so strangely?" "Because," said he, "sometimes I don't know where I am or what I am doing."
The deceased was born near Haven, Sullivan county, Dec. 11, 1860. His parents, Isaac Van Keuren and Elizabeth Jansen Van Keuren, and one sister, Mary J., at home, survive him. The family lived in the town of Wallkill for twenty years and much of James' life was spent helping his father. He was employed in the Wallkill hat works for a time and also worked for the Middletown Glass Company as a packer. He has worked on the McBride farm a little of late.
He suffered from fits for many years, but was cured of them about five years ago, though his mother continued to administer the medicine. He was delicate as a child and has never enjoyed really good health. He was well liked by all who knew him.
The funeral will be held Monday at 1 o'clock at his late home. From the Middletown Daily Argus, June 19, 1897
James H. VanKeuren
The funeral of James H. VanKeuren was held from his late home at Rock Tavern on Saturday morning last. He was 62 years of age and was a lifelong resident of Rock Tavern with the exception of a few years spent in Vineland. He was a trustee of the Little Britain Presbyterian Church for a number of years, also a member of the Washingtonville Grange. He was held in high esteem by all who knew him and will be greatly missed as a friend and neighbor.
He is survived by his wife, who was Elizabeth Thorne. Middletown Times Press, January 19, 1918
James Jones Van Keuren, who died on Saturday last, Aug 28th, 1915, at the home of his son, Melvin, in Dunnville, was born in Grantham Township, Lincoln County, on Jan 17th, 1829. On Oct 24th, 1850, he married Mary Closen, daughter of daughter of Charlotte and Abraham Secord, who died in Byng on May 10th, 1905. He moved to Haldimand County 51 years ago. He is survived by one brother, John Van Keuren, Youngstown, New York; three sisters, Charity Van Keuren of Lockport, New York; Mrs John McLaren and Mrs John Parnell of St Catherines; two sons, James Melvin Van Keuren, Dunnville and John Milo Van Keuren, Welland; three daughters, Mrs Jacob Stellrecht of Lancaster, New York, Mrs Gilbert Vasbinder of Welland, and Mrs Thomas Spedding of Dunnville; besides 18 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. The Funeral took place on Monday afternoon to Dunn Methodist Cemetery. Dunnville and Byng Orangemen attended. The Pall Bearers were William Hamilton, James Bowden, Harry Hamilton, John Webber Sr, Roland Secord, and John Thrush, all of Byng Lodge, of which deceased was an honorary member. Those from a distance were Mr James McMullin of St Catharines; Milo Van Keuren, Welland; Mr and Mrs Stellbrecht, Lancaster, NY; Mr and Mrs G A Van Keuren, St Catharines; Frank Vasbinder, Port Colbourne, William Van Keuren, Brantford; Charles McLaren and James Van Keuren, St Catharines.The following were floral offerings:: Wreath, L.O.L., Byng; spray, Mrs and Mrs John Spellrecht; spray, Mr and Mrs G H Smith; spray, Mr and Mrs Jas. Jamieson; spray, Mr and Mrs F J Dashwood; spray, Mr and Mrs William Van Keuren; spray, Mr and Mrs G A Van Keuren; spray, Mr and Mrs H L Spedding; spray, John Green and family; spray, Mr and Mrs J M Phillips and Mrs James Phillips, and Miss Josie Dodge. Dunnville Press, Sep 1, 1915.
Jeptha Van Keuren, d. 1865, age 8, died in Railroad accident. Whig Pres, 25 Jan, 1865
Lansingburgh “Y” Died at Residence
John Freeman Van Keuren, General Secretary of the Lansingburgh Y. M. C. A., and one of the most active Christian workers in the city, died early this morning at the residence, 743 Third Avenue, Lansingburgh. Since assuming the Secretaryship of the Y in April, 1925, Mr Van Keuren built up the membership and conducted the first summer camp, in which boys were able to enjoy a short vacation for a nominal sum. He was Superintendent of the Trinity Episcopal Sunday School for eight years, until poor health forced his retirement from this work about two years ago. Mr Van Keuren was beloved by the members of the Y. M. C. A., in whom they found a benefactor and an untiring worker in their behalf.
Mr Van Keuren was born in Cohoes, August 29, 1872, and had lived in Troy most of his life. He was graduated from public schools in Lansingburgh and the Troy Business College. For a number of years he was Divisional Superintendent of the United Traction Company and later was Superintendent of Maintenance for the United Shirt and Collar Company. Mr Van Keuren was a Director of the Lansingburgh and Troy Associations, and was Treasurer for the Lansingburgh Association for a number of years. He continued in the capacity when he became Secretary. He was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church and a member of the Jerusalem Lodge, F. and A. M.
Mr Van Keuren, although in poor health for the last two years, was not confined to his home, until last Wednesday. Surviving are his wife, formerly Marion M James; one daughter, Katherine E Van Keuren, a student at Russell Sage College; one son, Donald J Van Keuren, a student at Union College, and one brother, William R Van Keuren, of Northside. Lansingburgh Press, Dec 13, 1927.
Died From Being Thrown From His Wagon
John N. Van Keuren, who sustained concussion of the brain by being thrown from his wagon last Sunday, died of the effects of his injuries, Tuesday morning, in the 52nd year of his age. His native place was New Hurley, and he was at one time engaged in the mills at Wallkill. He belonged years ago to the New YOrk police force, and came from that city here to work in the mills of Thomas W. Stratton. He belonged to the union army, and also was a member of some secret society. Mrs. Terwilliger of Walden and Wiliam on the O. & W., are the surviving children. Middletown Daily Press, April 26, 1893
A VETERANS GOOD RECORD
The late John T Van Keuren's Career in the War of the Rebellion
(From Sioux City, Iowa Journal)
The funeral of John T Van Keuren was held at Elk Point yesterday afternoon. The body was brought to Sioux City on the 5 o'clock Milwaukee train, and the interment was at Flood Cemetery.
John T Van Keuren made quite a record during the Civil War. He enlisted June 12, 1861, at Iona Michigan, in the First Regiment, Michigan Engineers and Mechanics. He served under Gen George H Thomas in Kentucky, and was at Lebanon and Mill SpringsAfter the death of Gen Felix Zollicoffer, he assited in splicing two rifle boxes, in which the rebel General was buried. He marched to Nashville, Tenn, arriving there March 7, 1862, at which time the rebels had evacuated the city. He was appointed hospital steward of the college hospital at Nashville, in which position he served for four months. Jul 10, 1862, he was commissioned second lieutenant of Company H, fifth Tennessee Cavalry, by Governor Andrew Johnson. He was at the battle of Stone River, on Dec 26, 1862. He participated in one or two engagements each day for eleven consecutive days. He was at Shelbyville Jun 26, 1863. At Guy's Gap, his regiment charged and captured the position and held it against greatly superior numbers. He was with Gordon Granger at Tullahoma, Hollowville, McMinnville, Elk River Bridge, Tray City (Tracy), and Stevenson, Alabama. He was at Battle Creek, September 4th, and at Chickamonga September 19th. He went to Knoxville under Burnside. He was engaged in fights at Varwells (Varnells) Station and Dalton, Ga. He went back to Nashville with prisoners Nov 26, 1864. Feb 8, 1865, he was commissioned Captain in the Tenth Michigan Cavalry. In March he was detailed to the pay department under Col. Howard. In April 1862 (1865) he was detailed as a mustering out officer, and served until June 25, 1865. He was in active service over four years and one month. He was wounded at Guy's gap and McMinnville, and saw much hard service. The deceased was a brother of R S Van Keuren of East Aurora (New York).
J F Van Keuren died at his home on McCoy St, Wednesday, August 8th, aged 81 years. The funeral was held from the M E Church on Saturday Afternoon, August 11th, Rev C H Nash officiating. Burial in Seaman’s Cemetery. Joshua Van Keuren was born April 1, 1842, son of Seth and Kathryn Van Keuren. He was one of twelve children, of whom five are still living, two brothers and three sisters. February 17, 1876 he was married to Mary E Parker, and to them five children were born; Elmer, deceased; Carrie(Mrs Albert Gilmore), Frank, Ernest, and William, all of Savona. He served in the War of the Rebellion for over three years. He was in a number of big battles, among them the Battle of Gettysburg, where he and three others were the only survivors of his company. He was wounded in the Battle of Spottsylvania, after which he served as guard to the hospital. Mr Van Keuren was a member of the Knox Post at Savona, also a member of the Savona Grange. His death followed quickly that of his wife’s, only a month later. Mr Van Keuren was a kind and loving husband and father. He always had a kind word for everyone, looking always on the bright side of life. He will long be missed in the community where he has lived so long. Those from out of town to attend the funeral were: Miss Lena Elwood, Bert Elwood, Mrs Mary Carlton of Corning, Mr and Mrs L Robinson of Coopers, Mr and Mrs William Long, Miss Flossie Seager, Mrs Ellen Van Keuren, William Carrigan and two daughters of Bath, Moses Van Keuren, Ned Van Keuren, Mrs Mac Steager, Mr and Mrs Ansel Barkley of Bradford, Mr and Mrs George Trip of Genesee, Mr and Mrs F J Van Keuren, Sylvane Van Keuren, Mr and Mrs John Conley, Rev F H Van Keuren and daughter Florence. 16 Aug, 1923, Steuben Review
Mrs J F Van Keuren died at her home on McCoy St, Monday morning, July 9th, after an extended illness. The funeral was held from the M E Church Thursday afternoon, Rev C H Nash officiated. Burial in Seaman’s Cemetery. Mary Parker was the only daughter and youngest child of Otis and Maria Parker, was born Aug 31, 1845 on a farm near Sonora, where she lived most of her life. She was the last of her father’s family. Two brothers, George and Sherman, died some years ago. February 17, 1866 she was married to J F Van Keuren. To them, 5 children were born: Elmer, who died when about 2 years old, Carrie, wife of Albert Gilmore; Ernest, and William S, all of Savonna; Frank J Van Keuren, who lives on the home farm, who with her husband, survive her. Also 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Mrs Van Keuren was a good neighbor, a faithful mother, and a loving wife. For many years she was a faithful member of the Sonora M E Church. Those from out of town to attend the funeral were: Mrs Ella Van Keuren, Mr and Mrs William Long, Mr and Mrs John Bancroft of Bath, Mrs Hattie Elwood and daughter Lena and son Bert, Mrs Mary Carlton of Corning, Moses Van Keuren and daughter Jessie Stedger, Mr and Mrs Ned Van Keuren, Mrs Clara Hyatt and Mr and Mrs Ansel Barkley of Bradford, V Van Keuren, Mr and Mrs John Conley, Mr and Mrs George Evans, Mr and Mrs Abel Houck of Sonora. Mr and Mrs Anthony Van Keuren of Elmira, and Arthur Van Keuren of Horseheads. July 18, 1923, Steuben Review
STAMFORD — Julian "Jim" VanKeuren, 57, of Stamford died Dec. 19, 2003, at the Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown.
He was born on Aug. 3, 1946, in Roxbury, the son of Hattie LaPort.
He married Rose Ingram on March 13, 1976, in Margaretville.
In prior years Jim had worked for Catskill Craftmen, the Eklund Farms in Stamford, and for Ballard Lumber in Fleischmanns.
He was a lifelong area resident. He had enjoyed fishing and hunting.
Jim is survived by his wife, Rose VanKeuren, Stamford; children, Sandra VanKeuren, Melissa VanKeuren, Jamie VanKeuren, Brian VanKeuren and Christopher Ingram; sister, Beatrice Hartwell; and five grandchildren, Caitlin Socci, Tyler Clark, Eric Mead, Larry VanKeuren and Kimberly Sites.
He was predeceased by one daughter, Jennifer VanKeuren, Jan. 29, 1988.
Calling hours will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2003, at the Miller Funeral Home in Roxbury. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2003, with the Rev. Richard A. Dykstra officiating at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Sanford Cemetery in Margaretville at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are by the Miller Funeral Home in Roxbury.
Katherine VanNess, wife of the late Frank E. VanKeuren, died suddenly at her home in Troy last Friday morning. She had been ill for a considerable time, having suffered a stroke several months ago, but lately had been so much better she was able to be out-of-doors. Thursday she walked up town in the forenoon and again in the afternoon. Katherine VanNess VanKeuren was born in Roseville, December 25, 1862, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter VanNess. She attended Mansfield Normal and graduated in 1881 after which whe taught in the rural schools of this vicinity until her marriage to Frank E. VanKeuren, one of the editors of the Mansfield Advertiser. With her parents and sister Minnie they lived in the VanNess homestead on South Main Street, now occupied by Thu VanNess. Mr. and Mrs. VanKeuren built their home on East Main Street, the house now occupied by Mrs. Elias Horton, and later moved to the present home of Lewis Palmer. They moved to Troy in 1904, where Mr. VanKeuren was editor and publisher of the Troy Gazette and Troy Register, which he combined. On his death a few years ago, his son Ralph, purchased the paper and lived in Troy with his mother, lately in the Community Apartments, where Mrs. VanKeuren passed away. Their daughter, helen, married Paul White, and at his death a few years ago, she became hostess of one of the clubs at Yale University. Besides her son and daughter, she is survived by three brothers, Thu and henry, of Mansfield, and John of Troy. Kate VanKeuren was always popular with the people with whom she came in contact and this popularity usually developed into a sincere friendship that lasted through the years. She had a sparkling wit and keen sense of humor, and with it a sympathy and friendliness that won her many friends. She was a member of various clubs during her residence in Mansfield, and in Troy was a member of the Progress Club and Os-co-hu D.A.R. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of Troy, where her funeral was held Monday morning at ten o’clock, the Reverend Frederick W. Trumbore officiating. The church looked attractive with the Christmas greens still in place and the colored flowers in front. Burial was in Glenwood Cemetery.
VanKeuren--At rest, March 14, 1917, Kitty May VanKeuren, in her 64th year.
Funeral Services will be held from the chapel of the Webb Horton Memorial Church, Saturday afternoon, at 1 p.m. Interment in the New Prospect cemetery, near Pine Bush, N.Y.
MRS. VAN KEUREN CLAIMED BY DEATH
Kittie May Van Keuren, beloved wife of Henry S. VanKeuren, died Wednesday night, at her home, 8 Houston avenue, after a lingering illness.
Mrs. Van Keuren was born near Ossining July 28, 1853, a daughter of Hunter E. Palmer and Catherine Jennings Palmer. She was married Oct. 16, 1878, to Henry S. Van Keuren and since 1911 had been a resident of this city.
The husband, a daughter, Bela Leota, at home, a brother and sister, Frederick Palmer and Mrs. John W. Kerr, of Thompson Ridge, survive. A son, Nelson Palmer Van Keuren, died in 1898.
Mrs. Van Keuren was a member of the Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church, formerly a member of the Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Thompson Ridge. She was an exemplary Christian woman in all her acts of life, ever striving to do the right thing, guided and supported by the spirit and grace of her Master. Throughout her long illness and during the suffering she was compelled to endure, despite all that medical science and loving care of dear ones could accomplish, she was patient, being completely resigned to the will of her Heavenly Father, whom she had endeavored conscientiously to serve.
As a wife, mother, sister, neighbor and friend, Mrs. Van Keuren was beloved, and the sympathies of all are extended to the members of the bereaved household. From the Middletown Times Press, March 15, 1917
Miss Lauren VanKeuren
MONTICELLO--Miss Lauren VanKeuren, a teacher here for thirty-one years, died Sunday at Vassar Hospital, Poughkeepsie.
Miss VanKeuren was born at Mongaup Valley September sixth, 1882*, a daughter of John and Nellie Crocker VanKeuren.
Funeral services will be conducted here tomorrow, with burial at Swan Lake. Middletown Times Herald, April 18, 1945
New Paltz – Levi Van Keuren, who survived the battle of the Civil War and then live to see a son and daughter-in-law celebrate their golden wedding anniversary last September, died last evening at the home of a daughter here, Mrs C E Newkirk. His death left Sullivan County – which Mr Van Keuren regarded as his home – with only surviving veteran of the Civil War, Charles Kniffen of Wurtsburo. Mr Van Keuren’s death came unexpectedly for, until his ninety-second birthday, which he observed February 7th, he had escaped serious illness throughout his life and had been remarkably active for a man of his age. Although his memory of Civil War experiences had become dim with the passing of nearly three quarters of a century, Mr Van Keuren when interviewed on his birthdays and other occasions in recent years, had given ample evidence of his fondness for activity- fishing, walking, automobile rides. And in 1936 he took his first airplane ride, in a barnstorming plane at Monticello. He liked the experience so well that he went up twice more the same day. Last September he was guest of honor when Mr and Mrs Charles Van Keuren of Ellenville, his son and daughter-in-law, celebrated their golden wedding. His son is seventy-one. Three other children survive: Mrs Newkirk, Mrs Winfield Morris of Maplewood, NJ, and another son, Tjerick of Monticello; Mr Van Keuren had more than fifty direct descendants in the third, fourth, and fifth generations. Born in Naponoch, February seventh, 1846 (note: Family bible says “1848”, plus Orren was born in 1846), Mr Van Keuren spent most of his life – with the exception of the Civil War Years – in Sullivan County at Glenn Wild, Monticello, and Klamesha. The remainder were spent in Ulster. As soon as he reached the age of eighteen, Mr Van Keuren enlisted in Company D, Fifty-Sixth New York Infantry and served during the remaining years of the war. Tentative funeral arrangements were for rites at the Monticello Funeral Home at two PM Friday, with a military service to be conducted by the Monticello American Legion Post. Burial will be in Rock Ridge Cemetery. A prayer service will be conducted at the home of Mrs Newkirk in New Paltz tomorrow night. New Paltz, Apr 6, 1938
WHITEWATER— Lillian "Lil" H. Van Keuren, 81, of Whitewater, died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at home. Born on March 11, 1923, in Amasau, MI, to Gustave and Bertha (Kamine) Glaser, she married Charles Van Keuren on Nov. 8, 1941, in Waukegan, IL; he preceded her in death on Feb. 1, 1991. She was a member of the Congregational United Church of Christ in Whitewater. She is survived by 4 daughters: Shirley Bailey of Madison, Patsy (Victor) Young and Gail (Everett) Longmore, both of Elkhorn, and Mabel Van Keuren of Lake Geneva; 4 sons: Charles Van Keuren and Carl (Julie) Van Keuren, both of Elkhorn, and Dale Van Keuren and Larry (Wendy) Van Keuren, both of Janesville; 11 granddaughters; 13 grandsons; 6 great-granddaughters; 11 great-grandsons; sister and best friend, Esther Traxler of Rice Lake; 3 brothers: Albert (Eunice) Glaser and Wally (Norma) Glaser, both of Kingsford, MI, and Elmer (Lois) Glaser of New Berg, OR; special friends, Ray and Harriet Stritzel of Whitewater; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents; a son, Allan Van Keuren; a grandson, Michael Willman; a granddaughter, Amber Van Keuren; and 3 sisters: Alice White, Florence Gushe and Evelyn Glaser. Funeral services will be at the CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST in Whitewater at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, with the Rev. Christine Stack officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery in Whitewater. Friends may call at the Olsen Funeral Home in Whitewater on Tuesday from 4 until 8 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association. Janesville Gazette, Jan 25, 2005.
Child Burned to Death.
WHEELING, July 31.--Lizzie Vankeuren, the 10-year-old daughter of Charles E. Vankeuren, proprietor of the Hotel Vankeuren, was burned to death. She and her little brother were visiting near Bridgeport and with two other children started a fire among some day grass and leaves. The fire began to spread, and in an effort to put it out the child's clothing took fire and she burned to death before anyone heard her cries for help. One of her little playmates was badly, though not fatally, burned in trying to extinguish the flames. Lima Times Democrat, Lima, OH, July 31, 1893
Van Keuren - At Bridgesport, Connecticut, Sep, 22, 1914, Louis Nelson Van Keuren, aged 64. Friends are invited to attend funeral at Christ Church, Cortland St, Brdigeport, on Thursday, 24th, instant, twelve oclock noon. NY Times, Sep 23, 1914
VAN KEUREN--On Thursday, Jan. 16, Mrs. LOVINA wife of Robert Van Keuren, aged 61 years, 4 months and 3 days.
Funeral on Friday, 17th, at 4 o'clock, from the residence of her son, Wm. Van Keuren, Lafayette, N.J. New York Times, January 17, 1868
New Paltz, Nov. 29--The funeral of Luman Elting Van Keuren, 59, of Walden, who died in St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh, Friday, November 25, was held from his home Sunday. Mr. Van Keuren, son of the late Edgar and Sarah Elizabeth Waring Van Keuren, was born in New Paltz January 8, 1879. He is survived by his widow, Rachel Post Van Keuren, whom he married in 1904 in Walden; a daughter, Mrs. Isaac Halwick, Jr., of Newburgh, a son, Raymond Van Keuren of Wallkill; two brothers, Levi Van Keuren of Walden and Edgar Van Keuren, of Bridgeport; a sister, Pearl Karney, of Catskill; a step-mother, Mrs. Annie Van Keuren, of Walden, and an aunt, Mrs. Harvey McCourt, of Walden. The funeral was conducted by the Rev. W.B. Reed and burial was in Wallkill Valley Cemetery. Kingston Daily Freeman, November 29, 1938
Van Keuren, Marion N, 2201 Starkweather, age 60, died Tuesday, Aug 5, 1975 at her residence. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM Friday at the Brown Funeral Home. Burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Mrs Van Keuren will lie in state at the Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd. Visitation 8 AM to 10 PM. Mrs Van Keuren was born in Summerville, Massachussetts, Aug 31, 1914, and had been a Flint resident since 1926. She married Edward M Van Keuren, Feb 18, 1932, in Flint. She was a life member of the auxiliary of the DAV. Surviving are: Husband Edward M, 2 sons and daughters-in-law Edward M Jr and Lois Van Keuren of Flushing, and Terry L and Deborah Van Keuren of Schwartz Creek; 3 daughters and sons-in-laws, Donald D and Doraine Fyfe of Davison, Robert and Mary Jean Madison, Danny and Sherry Davis, all of Flint; 14 grandchildren; 1 great granddaughter, brother Merrick Dimock of Flint; nieces and nephews.
Mary Ann Van Keuren, d. Nov, 1857, age 2y, dau of Cornelius. Whig Press, Dec 16, 1857.
Mary E Van Keuren, d. 22 Nov, 1862, age 10y, dau of Benjamin, Newburgh. Whig Press, 8 Jan, 1862
Mary E Parker Van Keuren died at her home on McCoy St, July 9, age 78. She was a daughter of Otis and Maria Parker and wife of Joshua F Van Keuren. She is survived by her husband and 4 children, Mrs A D Gilmore, Ernest Van Keuren and William Van Keuren of Savona, and Frank Van Keuren of Sonora. The Steuben Advocate, July 18, 1923.
Mrs. Mary J. Van Keuren, wife of the late William Van Keuren, passed away
at her late home Tuesday evening, October 23, in this village of diabetes.
The disease had been making inroads upon her health for a year, but she had
been confined to her bed but a few days prior to her death. Mrs. Van Keuren
was born, November 20, 1848, in Ulster County, her parents were, Mr. and
Mrs. James H. Johnston. She was united in marriage to William Van Keuren on
November 11, 1891, by Rev. E.O. Moffett. She is survived by one brother,
W.H. Johnson of Peoria, Ill. Mrs. Van Keuren lived in Pine Bush for a
number of years where she was a member and constant attendant of the
Reformed Church. The funeral was held from the late home Friday at 2
o'clock. Burial was in the family plot at New Prospect cemetery. Middletown Daily Herald (Middletown, NY), October 30, 1923
VAN KEUREN -- Mary Jane, after a short illness, at the home of her son in this city, at rest at home of George Van Keuren, Hurleyville, N.Y. Funeral service Hurleyville M.E. church, Thursday, April 28th, at 3 p.m., Daylight Saving Time. Interment in family plot, Hurleyville cemetery. Middletown Times Herald, April 27, 1932
Matthew Van Keuren, d. 25 June, 1858, age 60y, Walden. Whig Press, 4 Aug, 1858.
Matthew Van Keuren, Jr, a native of this village, died suddenly at his home in Putnam, Conn, where he had resided since 1940, Thursday evening. Born in Ellenville, the son of Mrs Nellie G Van Keuren of Kingston and Matthew Van Keuren of Hudson, he had spent most of his life in Kingston. He was employed by the Powdrell and Alexander Company of Attawaugan, Conn, as a shop steward. He was a member of the Textile Workers Union, no 529, of America, and also a member of the Thompson Rod and Gun Club of Putnam. Surviving are his wife, Ann Swartwout Van Keuren; a son Walter, and a daughter, Jane, of Putnam, and a brother, Reynolds Van Keuren, of Kingston. Funeral Services were held from the W N Conner Funeral Home at Kingston, Monday. Burial was in Wiltwyck Cemetery there. Ellenville Journal, Sep 30, 1948.
Matthew C Van Keuren of Maiden Lane, Ellenville, a life long area resident, died Tuesday, June 2, Ellenville Community Hospital, after a long illness. He was 79. The son of the late Charles and Edith Freer Van Keuren, he was born Aug 2, 1902 in Oak Ridge. Mr Van Keuren was the owner of the Matthew Van Keuren Electrical Contracting Co, Ellenville. A member of the Ellenville Reformed Church, Ellenville, he also belonged to the Dutton Masonic Lodge # 1017, Woodhaven. Survivors include his wife, Virginia LaForge Van Keuren at home, and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements were by the Loucks Funeral Home, 79 N Main Street, Ellenville. Services were held at 2PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev Martin L Weitz officiated. Burial in the Fantinekill Cemetery, Ellenville. Ellenville Press, June 10, 1981.
Mrs. W.G. VanKeuren to Be Buried Here
Mrs. May Ogden VanKeuren, wife of W.G. VanKeuren, and daughter of the late Purdy Ogden, of this city, died at her home in Stamford, Conn, Wednesday afternoon. The funeral will be held there on Friday, and the family will reach this city with the body Saturday on the Erie Mountain Express.
Mrs. VanKeuren was born in this city 65 years ago, but has resided in Stamford for many years. Five years ago she sustained a stroke of paraysis and since that time had been in failing health.
Miss Mary K. VanKeuren, librarian of Thrall Library, who is a sister of the husband of the deceased, went to Stamford on Tuesday, having been informed of hte critical condition of her sister-in-law.
Besides her husband and one son, Philip, who resides in Dakota, Mrs. VanKeuren is survived by one brother, Harry C. Ogden, of this city. Middletown Times Press, Middletown, Thursday, February 21, 1918
"Mrs. Minnie B. VanKeuren, 79, of Penn Yan RD 1, a Corning native, died at her home Saturday. She was the widow of Frank VanKeuren. She was born Feb. 19, 1888, the daughter of Hiram and Elizabeth Bennett Lewis, and had lived in Yates County for the past 42 years. Surviving are four sons, Anthony of Elmira, Harold of Orland, Fla., Frank of Penn Yan, and Howard of Penn Yan RD 1; five daughters, Mrs. Harry Morgan, and Mrs. Harold Lewis both of Orlando, and Mrs. Charles Beaman, Mrs. Ruth Shoopinsky and Mrs. Ervin Towriss, all of Rochester; one brother, Walter Reed of St. Petersburg, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Ross and Mrs. Martha Quill both of Corning, 15 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan, today and Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral will be held there Wednesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Earl Noyes officiating. Burial will be in Seamans Cemetery, Savona. The family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association."
Steuben Advocate and Corning Evening Leader, Feb 5, 1902
Steuben Pioneer Moses T Van Keuren died at his home in Sonora. Mr Van Keuren went to work driving an ox team for the Tolbert brothers when about 10 and later worked for the Munson brothers. 50 years ago this coming august he married Hannah Canfield. He was a member of the Prohibition Party and the Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife and 2 children, Rev Frank H Van Keuren and Mrs George R Conley
Nelson VanKeuren, an aged and respected citizen of Pine Bush, died at his home, Monday evening, October 7.
Mr. VanKeuren was born September 12, 1826 in the house formerly owned by Robert L. Brown, near the site of the old Graham's Church.
In 1837, he with his parents, Abram VanKeuren and Catherine Jordan VanKeuren, moved to Pine Bush. He learned the wagonmaker's trade with the late Millard Bodine, and, in 1850, bought the undertaking business and land owned by him, which is now in possession of Mrs. William Crawford and her son, Madison Crawford. He continued in the undertaking business seventeen years.
In 1859 he bought the land on which he subsequently build the house which he occupied at the time of his death. In 1865 he purchased the farm adjoining his residence known as the Heronius (sic) Weller farm.
At the age of 24 he united with the New Prospect Church and was a worthy member of the consistory for years. At the time of the Condon trouble he withdrew his membership and united with the Hopewell Church. When the United Presbyterian Church was built, finding it more convenient to worship in a church nearer home, he united with it and continued a faithful member of it till his death.
February 20, 1851, he married Harriet Smith, daughter of the late Matthew Smith and Eliza Mould, of Pine Bush, who died in May, 1882. Two children were born to this union, Henry S. VanKeuren, of Thompson Ridge, and Catherine Smith, of Pontiac, Ill. January, 1884, he was married to Miss Ida May See, of Yonkers, daughter of the late Benjamin See and Lavina (sic) Jennings, of Ossining, N.Y. To this union, one child, Ethel Augusta, was born.
The deceased is survived by his widow, the above mentioned children, one brother, Amos of Burlingham, and three sisters: Mrs. Melissa Sears of Middletown; Mrs. Jonathan Westbrook, Ulsterville; and Miss Rachael VanKeuren, Burlingham.
Politically he was a staunch Republican. He was in sympathy with the temperance cause and, in 1905, voted for no-license in the town of Crawford. He has been a citizen of the town for 70 years, and has watched the changes that have come with interest.
Mr. VanKeuren was a man of sterling character, always having the cause of right at heart. "The memory of the just is blessed."
The funeral services were held in Graham's Church, at 2 o'clock, Thursday afternoon, and the body interred in the New Prospect Cemetery.
WELLS BRIDGE — Nelson VanKeuren, 84, recently of Wells Bridge, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005.
He was born May 30, 1921, in Neversink, son of Frank and Adella VanKeuren. Nelson spent his childhood and most of his adult life in Neversink. He was a graduate of Liberty High School. He lived in Palm Bay, Fla., from 1986 to 2003, when he moved to Wells Bridge.
Nelson served in the United States 7th Army Air Force, Radio Squadron during W.W.II, from November 1942 until February 1946. He retired from the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Water Supply, Roundout-Neversink Section, in Grahamsville. He was a member of the Neversink Fire Department and the National Rifle Association of America.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; daughter Sharon Corey of Wells Bridge; and three grandchildren, Cheryl and Scott Evans of Smithfield, N.C., Karen and Michael Scott of Cary, N.C. and Kevin Klumpp of Wells Bridge. He is also survived by one brother, Milton and Eileen VanKeuren of Neversink; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his son, Keith VanKeuren; an infant daughter; sister, Fanny Knight; and brothers, Robert and Don VanKeuren.
A graveside service will be held at a future date in Grahamsville.
The family thanks Catskill Area Hospice for its care during his illness. Those wishing to may make donations may do so to Catskill Area Hospice, 542 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820.
Olga M Van Keuren of Greenfield Road, Ellenville, a 25 year resident, died Wednesday, Feb 26, at Arden Hill Hospital, Goshen, after a long illness, she was 94. The daughter of the late Henry J and Josephine Amstiden Gianella, she was born May 1, 1891, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the widow of James Van Keuren. She was a member of St Mary’s St Andrews RC Church, and it’s Altar and Rosary Societies. She was also a member of the Napanoch Senior Citizens and the Wawarsing Social Club. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Graveside Services were held Friday, at the Kensico. Ellenville Press, Mar 5, 1986.
Oliver Van Keuren
Pine Bush, Aug. 19--Oliver Van Keuren, a life long resident of the town of Crawford, died at his home in this village, Monday, August 12, after a long illness of heart trouble. He was born January 17, 1849, and was united in marriage to Augusta E. Shafer, who survives with four children: Sarah Eleanor, at home; Ida M., wife of Chauncy H. Decker; Orvil VanKeuren, of this village; Anna R., wife of John H. Easman, of Goshen; also three grand children. Middletown Times Press, August 19, 1918
Phebe Van Keuren, d. 12 Oct, 1858, age 66y, 10m, wife of Capt J H, Crawford. Whig Press, 3 Nov, 1858
Philip Van Keuren, a native of Andes and a former resident of West Davenport, died Thurday, Dec 9, 1954, in the county sanitarium, at Delhi. He was 94 years old. Mr Van Keuren was born Jan 14, 1860 in Andes, son of Philip and Elizabeth Palmitier Van Keuren. He married Catherine Alexander at Andes, May 30, 1883. She died in 1923.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs Mary A Gerken of Bloomville and Mrs Nettie Close of Dunraven, and a son, Robert Van Keuren. Services were held Saturday at St James Episcopal Church at Lake Delaware, with Rev Victor Dowdell officiating. Burial was in Andes Cemetery. 1954
Decedent: Mrs. P.R. VANKEUREN
Headline: Mrs. Phillip R. Van Keuren, Former Resident of Houghton, Succumbs
Mrs. P. R. Van Keuren, aged 72, mother of Walter D. Van Keuren, treasurer
of the Michigan College of Mines, passed away at her home in Whitehall, Mich.,
yesterday morning following a lengthy illness. She was a former resident of
the Copper Country, having lived both in Houghton and Calumet.
The late Mrs. Van Keuren lived in Calumet from 1907 to 1917, after which she
moved to Houghton where she made her home until 1921 when she moved to
Whitehall. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Walter D. Van Keuren,
Houghton, and William W. Van Keruen, Chicago. She and Mr. Van Keuren celebrated
their golden wedding anniversary on May 21, 1926. The Daily Mining Gazette, January 15, 1927
Mrs R A Van Keuren, for a good many years a resident of Pueblo, mother of H S and F P Van Keuren, Miss Lizzie Van Keuren, and Mrs C E Saxton, all of this city, died at Kingston, Ulster County, New York, after a short illness, at the age of 62 years and 9 days. Miss Van Keuren was with her mother at the time of her death. H S Van Keuren and Mrs Saxton left last night for Kingston, Mrs Van Keuren’s old home, where the interment will take place. Pueblo Daily Chieftain, Oct 24, 1893.
The funeral of Ralph Van Keuren, well known Savannah jeweler, who died early yesterday morning, will be this afternoon at 5:30 o'clock from the residences, 401 East 45th Street. The services will be conducted by the Rev. John B. Wilder, pastor of Calvary Baptist Temple. Internment will be in Bonaventure Cemetery.
Mr. Van Keuren died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harry Y. Righton, at Savannah Beach. Also surviving him are a niece, Miss Ethel Fritz of New York, a nephew, Harold Tresize of Jacksonville, and two grandchildren, Ralph and Audrey Righton.
Mr. Van Keuren came to Savannah forty-two years ago. For a time he had a position with Theus Brothers Jewelry Company, and subsequently became a member of the firm of Hunter, Van Keuren, & Co. After Mr. Hunter retired the concern was known as R. Van Keuren & Co.
Various other interests in addition to his business occupied Mr. Van Keuren. He was a charter member of the Rotary Club, and was a member of Landrum Lodge No.48 F. and A.M. Alee Temple of the Mystic Shrine, and Palestine Commandery, Knights Templar. He was for many years interested in Bethesda (Orphanage) and was on the board of the Union Society at the time of his death.
Mr. Van Keuren was born in Waldon, Orange County, New York on April 14, 1861.
(Bio Article, page six, same paper as the obit)
Now and then it happens that a man and his character somehow match his business and its characteristics. Ralph Van Keuren, for years prominent business man of Savannah, whose death occurred yesterday was such a type. He was active and valuable as a citizen, interested in civic, fraternal, social, and charitable organizations, but he seemed to have been peculiarly adapted to the fine, high type of business he pursued, Use and beauty, service and artistic ornamental qualities, are associated with a jewelry establishment; fine things are kept and enduring gifts are handled; gold and silver and diamonds are a part of the stock; elegance and refinement make the atmosphere of the established place of that sort. And "sterling" and "18 carat" are stamps of honesty and honor and tested value. One who knew him for years cannot help associating these distinctive characteristic features of his business with the manner, the integrity, the character of Ralph Van Keuren. Savannah Morning News, Aug 22, 1931
Ralph H Van Keuren, born 1932 in Troy, Pennsylvania and died 8 Dec, 1998, of Englewood, FL, formerly of Binghampton, son of Ralph and Mary Jane Van Keuren. Survivors include wife, Eugenia Floros Van Keuren; Daughters Heather A Van Keuren, Germantown, MD and Karen, wife of Brian Russell, Lawrenceville, PA; grandson Gavin Russell. Binghampton Press, Dec, 1998.
Mrs Rebekah Van Keuren died at the home of her daughter in Newburgh, Nov 28th, in her 81st year, after a lingering illness of more than two months. She is survived by two brothers, J E Bennett of Bloomingburg, and Alonzo Barnes, a half brother of Sodus, NY. Three children also survive her, Charles B Van Keuren and Mrs W H Burton of Newburgh, and Mrs C E Bennett of Bloomingburg. Mrs Van Keuren was born in the state of Massachusetts, Feb 17, 1814. When she was about eighteen years of age she came to Middletown, where she married Cyrenius Van Keuren, who for more than twenty five years was engaged in the wagon making business in the shop now occupied by D S Tuthill. Mr and Mrs Van Keuren lived very happy together for more than a quarter century in Bloominburg. When he was called to depart this world, she then moved to Newburgh, and after living there for a number of years, she was again married to Jonathon Miller and moved to Bloomingburg. After his death, she continued to live there till about five years ago, when she returned to Newburgh, where she lived till her death, living by herself until her last illness, when she was taken to her daughters. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, where she was always a faithful attendant, until leaving stricken with old age. She was well known and had many friends. Newburgh News, Dec 19, 1894
Richard Van Keuren
Ret. Administrator, 80
Richard W. Van Keuren of Beach Lake, Pa., a school administrator in East Meadow School District in Long Island at the time of his retirement, died Thursday, February 8, 2001, at his home. He was 80 years of age.
The son of the late Edith and Richard Van Keuren Sr., he was born November 18, 1920, in Youngsville.
He spent his early life in Liberty. A World War II veteran of the Army, he entered college after serving his country and earned a Bachelor's, Master's and professional degree in Education. He retired in 1980 and moved to Beach Lake.
Mr. Van Keuren was an active member of St. John the Evangelist Parish Community, a library volunteer, an avid stone wall builder and a devoted "BeeBop" to his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Therese Browne Van Keuren, at home; five children and their families, Mary Van Keuren of Rochester, Edward, Noriko, Seika and Kanon Van Keuren of Herndon, Va., Janet, Tony, Janine, Kristen, Anthony and Nicholas Casapulla of Morristown, N.J., Karen, Brian, Elizabeth and Daniel Guza of Royersford, Pa., and Linda Van Keuren of Pittsburgh, Pa; a sister, Regina Redding of Suffern; and a brother, Isham Van Keuren of Wallkill.
There will be no visitation.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen's Church in Honesdale.
Interment will be made in St. Mary Magdalen's Cemetery in Honesdale.
Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice & Palliative Care Center of Lackawanna County, 301 Delaware Ave., Olyphant, Pa. 18447.
Robert C Van Keuren, 76, of New Kingston, died Monday, November 7, 1966, at Margaretville Hospital, where he had been admitted three weeks earlier. Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 in Jester Funeral Home, Andes, Rev Kenneth Truran, Pastor of the Margaretville Methodist Church,, officiating. Burial will be in Andes Cemetery. Mr Van Keuren was born July 27, 1890 at Bovina, son of Philip and Catherine (Alexander) Van Keuren. He married Anna Ryer Feb 24, 1915 at Arkville. He was director of the Catskill Artificial Breeders Association. He was a trustee of New Kingston Methodist Church, director of the Stamford Cemetery Association. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Willis of New Kingston and Carl of Middleburg; two sisters, Mrs Nettie Close of Margaretville and Mrs Mary Gerken of Delhi. 1966
Prof. Van Keuren Rites Tomorrow
Services for Prof Robert S Van Keuren, 58, of 2669 E Genesee St, who died Sunday at Crosse-Irving Memorial Hospital, will be held at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow at Goddard and Crandall Funeral Home, and at 9 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church. Burial will be in St Mary’s Cemetery, DeWitt. Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home, 3111 James St. Contributions may be made to the Pioneer Activity Center, Inc., 2228 S Salina St.
Prof Van Keuren was a professor of technologies at Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, and had been active in architectural planning since 1937. He was engaged in individual practice and was member of the firm Witt and Van Keuren of Syracuse and Gouverneur since 1961.
Prof Van Keuren was a graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Architecture and did graduate work, studying at Indiana University, the University of Wisconsin, and Nela Park in Cleveland, Ohio. He graduated from the Civil Air Patrol Staff College at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Ala.
Prof Van Keuren developed the master plan and programming work for the facilities for the 1980 Winter Olympics, to be conducted at Lake Placid. He prepared displays and renderings for meetings and congressional hearings for the Olympics.
Prof Van Keuren was a member of the American Institute of Architects; the New York State Association of Architects; Associated Collegiate Schools of Architecture; the Air Force Association, and the Board of Directors of the Pioneer Activities Center of Syracuse. He was a consultant for the Air Force Rescue Co-ordinations Control Center of Scott Air Force Base, Ill. He was a lieutenant colonel and commander of the Syracuse Group, New York Wing, Civil Air Patrol.
Prof Van Keuren was born in St Paul, Minn, and lived in Syracuse 24 years. Surviving are his wife, the former Jean Bochenek; two sons, Robert S Jr and Thomas K; a daughter, Martha Sullivan; a brother, Gordon H of Springfield, Va.; and two sisters, Mrs Maxine Becker and Miss Lois Van Keuren of Arlington, Va. Herald Journal, June 8, 1976
VANKEUREN-- Graveside service for Ruby Joye VanKeuren, 94, were held Wednesday, October 14, 1998, in Greenlawn Memorial Park, conducted by Rev. Dr. Timothy Hoyt Duncan. Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, was in charge. Mrs. VanKeuren, widow of Frank C. VanKeuren, died Monday, October 12, 1998, at Life Care Center in Columbia. She was born in Williamsburg County, the daughter of the late Thomas Benjamin and Susan Frierson Joye. She graduated from Kingstree High School and attended Winthrop College. She was a member of Shandon Presbyterian Church and the Eleanor McGregor Sunday school class. She was a former Columbia Garden Club member. Survivors are: four daughters, Margaret VanKeuren Benthall, Joye VanKeuren Floyd of Columbia; Becky VanKeuren Miller of Orangeburg; and Norma VanKeuren Adams of Charlotte; one son, Dr. Thomas F. VanKeuren of Petersburg, Va.; and one brother, Maurice Joye of Kingstree.
On August 19th 2003, we lost a true agility pioneer and friend when Ruth Van Keuren passed away after a valiant 38-month battle with Pancreatic Cancer at the age of 64.
Her friends and students describe Ruth as supportive, focused, giving, thoughtful, gutsy, loyal, determined, “silently” competitive and as a role model. This latter description – that of role model, is Ruth’s true legacy.
Ruth was indeed loyal, being married to the same wonderful man for 44 years – Dick Van Keuren. They raised their three children: Mike, Steve and Deb in River Falls, Wisconsin.
In the 1980's, Ruth began teaching obedience classes in western WI. Her thirst for knowledge on dog behavior led her to several behavior seminars. The clicker seminars offered by Susan Garrett offered the greatest influence on her training and greatly enhanced her understanding of dog behavior. In the late 80's she also attended an agility training seminar put on by Ken Tatsch with guest instructor, Peter Lewis that proved to be influential as well.
She immersed herself in learning the rules of agility and attended seminars to learn to properly train it. Her “always involved” husband Dick built agility equipment for her. For Ruth, it was a smooth transition from teaching obedience at her school and the youth in 4-H, to teaching and putting on Agility shows and bringing in top handlers to do agility seminars.
In the late 1980’s, Ruth became one of the first supporters of the “new” organization called USDAA, which was introducing the sport of dog agility to the United States. She became especially active in promoting the sport in Minnesota and Wisconsin. She was also one of the founding members of MAC (Minnesota Agility Club), which presently has over 130 members and holds annual AKC, NADAC and USDAA shows.
4-H was very important to Ruth. She had worked for many years with the 4-H youth in Pierce County, teaching obedience. She was struck by the number of youth who left the program after a year or two, especially the boys and decided to put together a pilot agility program. It was a success! She presented her program to Ken Tatsch at USDAA. Ken agreed it was possible, so Ruth and two others worked with Ken to design and promote the UJHP, USDAA’s Junior Handler Program. In Ken’s words, “Ruth was instrumental to the development of the Junior Handler Program and was the coordinator for the Junior Handler National Showcase up to the Nationals in 2000 held in Del Mar, CA”.
One good friend reminisces about Ruth’s dedication to the 4-H agility program in Minnesota and how instrumental Ruth was as both a mentor and friend. She appreciates that Ruth always included the 4-H kids and leaders at a reduced rate and even free when possible in the Agility seminars she hosted. She also adds that Ruth was an inspiration for her in her own goal to become a Judge.
In June of 1993 the first Junior classes in the country were offered in conjunction with MAC’s agility show in Lake Elmo. Of course it was Ruth’s baby! To understand how good this program is, there are several State 4-H programs around the country that have adopted it including Minnesota.
Also in 1993, Ruth realized there was a need for training manuals for trainers who had no agility experience and limited dog training experience. She wrote a 71-page manual that was revised in 2002 with the help of agility friend, Bud Houston. It remains available and is still used across the country.
In those early years, Ruth also became a USDAA judge; later adding certification as an AKC judge. She loved all aspects of judging and wanted to give something back to the sport. She loved the challenge of designing courses; watching dogs compete on them; and as always, learning from watching the different handlers negotiate their way through her courses.
In 1997 Ruth and Dick built their present school Canine Sports and Training, in River Falls, WI. Her friend Jan supported, encouraged and helped her a lot – even teaching many of the Obedience classes; allowing Ruth to concentrate on Agility.
Some of Ruth’s other accomplishments in Agility include, being the first in Wisconsin to complete the prestigious ADCh with her Miniature Schnauzer, “Sara”. She learned much from this and was such a great instructor that shortly after her achievement, one of her students, Bonnie Griep followed suit by being the first in Minnesota to attain the same title. Along with a number of her students, Ruth and her Mini-Schnauzer “Kelly” whizzed through their ADCh’s! And in a very proud moment, laced with tears and cheers, Ruth and Kelly completed their MACh title on March 3, 2002. Much to everyone’s pleasure, Dick continues to show Kelly very successfully today and they are well on their way to a MACh 2.
In an interview with Jonathon Kurlander, he asked what is most important to remember about handling a dog and Ruth responded: “Be light and be happy, have a positive attitude. Good basic foundation of the sport. Very important to watch people – learn from their mistakes. Know when it’s your mistake or the dog's. People tend to blame it on the dog. Some dogs are bothered by their mistakes, but many are not. People need to be connected with their dog. Off leash the dog has to want to do it.”
Ruth’s greatest passions were her family, (especially her grandsons), her dogs, traveling all over the country with her “dog friends”, setting and achieving goals, learning, lending encouragement and making sure that all kids had a chance to compete at a level they could succeed at and grow from! She formed close bonds with many of the local youth, but was especially close to the Ridley family.
At the time of this story, it has been less than a year since Ruth passed away. The summer agility season is starting and people are seeing those friendly faces they have not seen since last fall. Sadly, one very important face is missing. It is sometimes difficult to hold back the tears when we see Dick out in the agility ring running his dogs -- they are tears of sadness for Ruth, tears of joy that Dick is still enjoying this crazy sport, but mostly tears of pride because we know that both Ruth and Dick Van Keuren have a special place in all of our hearts and that we are all better people for having known them.
For those who called her friend, I can think of no greater legacy for Ruth than when you see something needs doing; step in and see that it’s done and encourage those we know; especially the youth! Go out and make Ruth proud!
Contributing writers: Martha Healy, Leona Hellesvig, Jonathon L. Kurlander (see his complete interview with Ruth at www.twincitiesagility.com) and Kelly McFaul-Solem.
Photos: used with permission from Dick Van Keuren and Jonathon L. Kurlander.
Sarah Van Keuren, d. 18 Nov, 1855, age 2m, dau. Of Benjamin, Newburgh. Whig Press, Dec, 1855
Goshen, Oct.15--Seelah VanKeuren died in the town of Goshen, on Monday, in the 69th year of his age. He was born in Ulster county November 18, 1849, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin B. VanKeuren.
For about 40 years he had resided in the town of Goshen, following the occupation of a farmer. One sister, Mrs. Ella Taylor, of Orange Lake, and one brother, Hiram VanKeuren, of Goshen, survive.
The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, in the chapel of the Presbyterian Church, conducted by Rev. F.S. Haines. Interment in Slate Hill cemetery, Goshen. Middletown Times Press, October 15, 1918
NEGRO VICTIMS BURIED
HURLEYVILLE--Services were held Monday at the Laidlaw funeral parlors for Sidney Grant Van Keuren, Negro, who was killed New Year's eve by a hit and run driver. Van Keuren had no relatives. Burial was at the expense of the town. Middletown Times Herald, January 5, 1932
Stanley Van Keuren, 83, of Poulsbo died Feb. 1 at Harrison Hospital.
He was born March 24, 1920 in Kingston to Charles and Mabel (Garl) Van Keuren. He attended North Kitsap High School in Poulsbo.
He worked as a logger for Arness Logging, retiring after 25 years.
He enjoyed playing baseball over the years, playing horseshoes and playing cards.
Survivors include two brothers, Cecil Van Keuren of Kingston and Lynn Van Keuren of Lacey; and a sister, Marie Day of Bainbridge Island.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Claire Rasmussen, and a brother, Lyle Van Keuren.
A memorial service was held Feb. 6 at the Stone Chapel in Poulsbo. Inurnment will be at Kingston Cemetery. An online memorial can be seen at www.lewischapel.com.
Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association, 4414 Woodland Park Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103-7499. Bainbridge Island Review, 1 Feb, 2004
Sylvenous Austin Van Keuren died at the home of his grandson, Robert Van Keuren, at Konona, age 82. He had been a resident of Sonora practically all his life, in the mercantile business there for many years. Early in life he married Miss Jane Trovinger. He is survived by a son, Harry, of Sonora, a brother, Moses, of Bradford, and 3 sisters. The Steuben Courier, Nov 4, 1925
Vera Esther Van Keuren died Jan 29 in Geneva. She was the daughter of Frank J and Hattie Conley Van Keuren, and was raised by Mr and Mrs Bert Bartholomew. The Corning Evening Leader, Jan 30, 1923.
Publication: Mining Gazette
Date: April 8, 1927
Descedant's Name: MRS. W. D. VAN KEUREN
Obituary Headline: MRS. W. D. VAN KEUREN, ESTEEMED HOUGHTON RESIDENT,
SUCCUMBS--Remains Will Be Shipped to Indiana for Burial.
Mrs. Walter D. Van Keuren, aged 39 years, well known and highly respected
Houghton matron, passed away at noon yesterday at St. Joseph's hospital,
following an illness of several months. Although she had been in poor health
since Christmas, her death was unexpected and was a severe shock to the family
and a host of admiring friends.
The deceased, who was the wife of Walter D. Van Keuren, treasurer of Michigan
Tech, had been a resident of Houghton for the past 11 years. She was
extremely popular among her friends and active in the social and civic life of
the community. Mrs. Van Keuren was born on a farm in Indiana, where she spent
her early life. She was educated in the schools of Indiana, coming to
Michigan with her husband in 1916.
She is survived by her husband, one small daughter, Martha Lee, three sisters,
Mrs. Stanley Thomas, Jasonville, Indiana, Mrs. O. E. Travis, Bloomington,
Ind., and Miss Helen Brinton, Clay City, Ind., two brothers, E. A. Brinton,
Clay City, and Lee V. Brinton, Houston, Texas, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Theodore Brinton, Clay City. Her mother has been with her in Houghton for the
past month.
The remains were removed to the Krellwitz funeral parlors and will be shipped
to Clay City, Ind., at 4:45 o'clock this afternoon. Mr. Van Keuren and Mrs.
Brinton, the deceased's mother will accompany the body. Funeral services,
arrangements for which are incomplete, will be held in Clay City.
William Van Keuren
Ellenville, June 27--William Van Keuren, one of the oldest and most highly esteemed residents of this village, died at his home on Yankee Place, Tuesday morning, June 25, at the age of 90 years.
Mr. Van Keuren had resided in Ellenville for the past 15 years, coming here from Napanoch, and formerly lived at New Paltz. He has been an estimable and loyal citizen, a member of the M.E. Church, the I.O.O.F. and a veteran of the Civil War belonging to Ward Post, G.A.R.
His wife died a few years ago and surviving members of the family are one son and two daughters: (?)lard B. VanKeuren, formerly of Kerhonkson now of Philiadelphia, Pa, a daughter married in New Jersey, and Mrs. Elizabeth Morey, who resided at home with her parents.
The funeral will be held from the late home on Friday afternoon, the services being conducted by Rev. (?) Appley of the M.E. Church, an (?) also be in charge of Ward Post, G.A.R. from which organization the pall bearers will be selected. The interment will be in the family plot in the cemetery at Fantinekill. Middletown Times Press, June 27, 1918
William S Van Keuren, Lifelong and respected resident of this community, died at his home Monday evening, June 24, following a lingering illness, which had confined him to his home for a year. Death came to the Savona man just three hours after the unexpected passing of a lifelong friend, Jesse A Seybolt, who resided at Lake Salubria. William Sherman Van Keuren was born Oct 9, 1877 in Sonora, the son of Joshua and Mary Parker Van Keuren. He was united in marriage April 3, 1902 to Edith Terault of Cohocton. A member of the Savona Baptist Church, he retired from his position with the Ingersoll Rand Company at Painted Post two years ago, because of failing health. He was employed by the Painted Post concern for 25 years in a responsible position.
Until the decline of his health, Mr Van Keuren was very active in community affairs and took special pride in the appearance of his home on Lamoka Ave. He was an active charter member of the Savona Engine and Hose Company, having held several offices in that organization. He was also a member of the Savona Masonic Lodge.
Survivors besides his wife include one daughter, Mrs Gertrude Docksteader of Hamburg, a son William who is serving with the Merchant Marines as an officer; a grandson, Lawrence Vosburg of Hamburg; a brother Frank of Pen Yan; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday at 1PM, with the Rev Thomas W Carter officiating. Interment was at the family plot at Seaman Cemetery. A Masonic service was held at the late home Wednesday evening. Directors of the Ingersoll Rand Service Association, of which the deceased was a member, called in a group at the home on Wednesday evening. Steuben Courier, June 28, 1946
Alford A Van Kuren, 86, of RD#3, Binghamton, died Tuesday evening at Lourdes Hospice. He is survived by a sister, Mrs George(Luella) Frear, Binghamton; also several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was a member of St Mark’s Episcopal Church, Chenango Bridge. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM Friday at the Hopler Funeral Home, 483 Chenango St, Binghamton, with the Rev Jeffrey W Meadowcroft, Rector of St Mark’s Episcopal Church, officiating. Burial will be in Kattleville Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home 7 to 9 PM Thursday. Friends may make memorial contributions to the Hospice unit, Lourdes Hospital, or to the Chenango Emergency Squad. May 29, 1984, Binghamton Press
Annie Hanley Van Kuren
On Sunday, Oct. 11, 1896, at 11 o'clock a. m., at Jackson., ANNIE HANLY, wife of Andrew Van Kuren, aged 36 years, a native of
New Orleans.
The friends and acquaintances of the Van Kuren and Hanly families are
invited to attend the funeral, which will take place This (Tuesday)
Morning, Oct. 13, at 10 o'clock, from the late residence of the deceased,
No. 1516 Saratoga street.
Van Kuren, Barbara M of Flint, age 52, died Thursday, March 31, 1994 at St Joseph's Hospital. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Matthew Catholic Church, 706 Beach St, Father Francis P Sullivan officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hurley Dialysis Unit or American Diabetes Association. Visitation 2-4 and 6 -9 Saturday and 2-9 PM Sunday at the Swartz Funeral home, 1225 West Hill Road. A scripture service will be held at 5PM Sunday at the Funeral Home. Mrs Van Kuren was born in Edri, Pennsylvania on September 15, 1941 and was a resident of Flint since 1953, having come from Pennsylvania. She married Robert Van Kuren on April 26, 1969 in Flint. She graduated from St Matthew Catholic High School in 1959 and was a member of the St Matthew Catholic Church. She was the Secretary of the Sundowners Bowling League 330 for 15 years. Mrs Van Kuren was employed as office manager and bookkeeper for over 22 years for Harry Cull Insurance. Surviving are her husband Robert; mother, Ann Gordish of Flint; sister, Michele Asbury of Flint; special nephew, Danny Asbury of Flint; many other aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Albert Gordish in 1984; her brother, Albert P Sr, her nephew, Albert P Jr in 1981.
Mrs Beulah C Van Kuren, widow of the late J C Van Kuren, died yesterday afternoon at her home in Kattleville. She was 72 years old and spent her entire life in this county. Six children survive to mourn her death; L A and S M Van Kuren of this city, John C and Mrs William Bunzey of Kattleville, Mrs Mary Reed of Chenango Forks, and Mrs L E Burton of Hooper. She was a devout lady and her friendly disposition was well known to many who will grieve her death. The Funeral will be held at the ME Church in Kattleville, Friday at 1 o’clock and the burial will be in the cemetery at the same place. Undertaker Cornell will conduct the obsequies.
C Stanley Van Kuren, born 1911, died 2 Oct, 1986. Survivors are wife Hilda, daughter Gretchen, wife of Dr Goldstein; Alaska Ezra, grandson; A brother Stuart and wife Joan of Endwell. Lived at 241 Court St, Binghampton. Binghampton Press, 4 Oct, 1986.
Charles G "Jerry" Van Kuren, 61, formerly of Johnston City, died Tuesday Morning, Feb 8, 2005, at the NYS Veterens Home at Oxford. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Dorothy Van Kuren. He is survived by his children, SSG Chad Van Kuren, Marie and AJ Brunetti, of Binghampton, Andrew Van Kuren, Kathryn Van Kuren, both of Albany, Emily Van Kuren, Binghampton, Bridget Van Kuren, Conn; a grandson, Aidan Brunetti; mother of his children, Kathryn McMahon Forno, Conn; sisters Gail and Stanley Harlec, Conklin, Sharon Van Kuren, Illion; his brother Corey S Van Kuren, Pastor of St Paul's Church, Binghampton; uncles Richard Hancock and Henry Zelesnikar ; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was a member of St James Church, Johnston City, member of the Knights of Columbus, FrAmbrose Dwyer Council 2953, and the 4th degree assembly. Jerry was a graduate of Johnson City High School, class of 1962, served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, member of the Teamsters local 693, former supervisor for Stroehman Bread and Milbrook Bakeries. The family wishes to thank the staff at the NYS Veterans Home for the care given to Jerry for many years. A funeral mass will be offered by his brother at St James Church, Johnston City, Friday at 11AM. Burial will be in Cavalry Cemetery, Johnston City. The family will receive friends at the J A McCormack sons Funeral Home at 141 Main St, Binghampton, thursday from 4 to 8 PM. The family requests that flowers be omitted and expressions of sympathy in memory of Jerry be made to the NYS Veterans Home, 54211 State Hiway 220, Oxford, NY 13830. Feb 9, 2005, Binghampton Press.
Van Kuren, Charles M, 7280 W Silver Lake Rd, age 68, died Wednesday, Apr 20, 1983, at McLaren General Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM Saturday at the Bowles and sons Funeral Home Linden, Rev Donald Neuville officiating. Burial in the Crestwood Memorial Gardens. Mr Van Kuren may be seen at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions Linden Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund and American Cancer fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Mr Van Kuren was born in Evert, Michigan, Aug 5, 1914, the son of Andrew Van Kuren and Martha Coppens. He spent his lifetime in the Holly area. He married Mary Jane Borst, Apr 26, 1941 in Flint. He retired from Chevrolet Metal Fab in 1872. Veteran of the World War II, U S Army. Life member of the DAV. Surviving are wife Mary Jane of Linden; 2 sons, Robert (Barbara) Van Kuren of Flint, William (Beverly) Van Kuren of Lennon; 1 daughter, Mrs Martha (Bud) Eckhart of California; 7 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Mrs Eunice Collins of Evert, Beatrice Huffmyer of Evert, Mrs Alma Fry of Pennsylvania; 2 brothers, Jim Van Kuren of Evert, Harry Van Kuren of Palm City, Florida; many nieces and nephews. Arrangements by the Bowles Funeral Home, Inc of Linden.
Van Kuren, Dennis Patrick, 4484 S Belsay Rd, age 16, died Monday, March 2, 1981, at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10AM Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church, Rev Fr. John Bush officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Holy Family Athletic Fund. Rosary will be recited at 8PM Wednesday at the Hill Funeral Home, Grand Blanc. Dennis was born in Flint, Aug 31, 1964. He was a sophomore at Grand Blanc High School. He was active in baseball through the school. Surviving are parents, Jack and Sue Van Kuren; sisters Debbie and Diane; grandparents Mr and Mrs James Van Kuren of Evart, Mr and Mrs J Henry Moran of Flint; aunts and uncles, Jerry and Judy Van Kuren, Lester and Sharon Van Kuren, Gordon Van Kuren; 7 cousins.
Mrs Esther Alice Van Kuren, 85, of 810 Star Route, number 11, Castle Creek, New York, died at 12:53PM Saturday at Ideal Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City. She is survived by one son, H Warren Van Kuren, of Castle Creek; 2 granddaughters, Linda Van Kuren, Binghampton and Karen Van Kuren, Castle Creek; one grandson, Craig Van Kuren, Castle Creek; several nieces. She attended Castle Creek United Methodist Church and was a member of the DAR Binghampton Chapter. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM Monday at the Nichols Funeral Home, Whitney Point. Rev Norman Tiffany of the Morris Untied Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Chenango Valley Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2:30-4 and 7-9 at the Nichols funeral home, Whitney Point. Nov 15, 1981, Binghampton Press
Flossy B Van Kuren – Flossy B, the 4 year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Stephen Van Kuren of 45 Second Street, died this morning at 2 o’clock. Her death is a sad blow to her parents, and they have the sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 10 o’clock under the direction of undertaker Cornell. The ceremonies will be conducted by Rev Chas Mayfield.
George VanKuren passed away at his late residence, Robinson Road, on Sunday, Dec. 5th, in the 68th year of his age. He always enjoyed robust health, until a few weeks ago, when his health failed him.
Deceased was born in Grantham Township, Lincoln County, the son of Paul and Caroline VanKuren. His mother died when he was quite young and he accompanied his father when the family moved to this district about 47 years ago, settling on the farm where Jacob Sundy now resides at Attercliffe Station. Mr. VanKuren has lived on the Robinson Road for many years. He married Miss Annie Harris on Sept. 8th, 1862. She died many years ago. He leaves none children, namely Mrs. Robert Waines of Gainsboro, Mrs. P. Librock of Old Niagara, Mrs. C. Sundy of Dunnville, Mrs. S. King of Hamilton, Chester at home, Karl of Moulton, Earle of Stratford, and Winnie VanKuren at home. He also leaves the following seven brothers and sisters: James of Dunnville, John of Lewiston, Mrs. John Barwell of St. Catharines, Mrs. James Collins of Ingersoll, Mrs. John McLaren of St. Catharines, Mrs. Joseph Teeft of the Robinson Road and Miss Charity VanKuren of Lockport, N.Y.
Those who predeceased him are one brother William, and three sisters, Mrs. Israel Griffin of Lockport, Mrs. John Seburn of Thorold and Mrs. J. Anderson of Grantham Township.
Deceased was one of the prominent men in this district. In municipal affairs particularly he was well versed, and had a wide experience, being reeve of Moulton Township for eight years, and served in the County Council for eight years, during which term he was for two years elected to the wardenship by that body. He was a member of the County Parliament when the question of a site for the House of Refuge first came up, and made a strong fight to have it built at Dunnville. He was a man of unusual ability and combined with this many personal qualities that drew to him a circle of warm friends. In politics he was a Conservative.
The funeral took place on Tuesday at 1:30 o'clock. After service at the home conducted by Rev. W. M. Fee, the remains were interred in the Kirk Cemetery. - Dunnville Chronicle Source: Haldimand Advocate, December 16, 1909
George I Van Kuren, highly regarded Rummerfield resident, passed away Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock at his home following a short illness. He was 74 years of age. Mr Van Kuren had spent the greater part of his life in the Rummerfield community and had scores of friends throughout that area to whom his death will mean a personal loss. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Roy of Philadelphia, Mrs Robert Caswell of Wyalusing, Mrs Charles Lehman of Sayre, Mrs Ronald Proof of Wyalusing, and Lawrence of Vestal, N.Y. Fourteen grandchildren and one great grandchild survive. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon, with prayer at the home at 2 o’clock and further services at 2:30 at the Standing Stone Methodist church. Rev. G. L. Sweet will officiate and interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery. Oct 14, 1944
Gilbert VanKUREN was born in the town of Virgil, Courtland county, New
York, on April 2nd, 1817. He was married to Miss Phoebe J. MORSE about
1839. They continued to live in Courtland county, New York until about
1850, when they moved to what was then considered to be the far west,
Belvidere, Illinois. From here they moved to Westfield, Marquette county,
and then to Strongs Prairie, where they made their home. Here they have
resided for nearly forty years. Their home will long be remembered for its
hospitality. He survived his wife about three years. He leaves three
daughters: Mrs. O. W. SAUNDERS, Duluth, Minnesota, Mrs. J. W. SHANKS,
Strongs Prairie, Wisconsin, and Lucy BABCOCK, Holum, Louisiana.
Adams County Press, Saturday Dec 1, 1894, Page 5
James "JIM" Van Kuren
January 19, 1918 - August 01, 2003
Van Kuren, James "JIM"
Veteran, self styled Journeyman, Radio and TV Broadcaster who worked 40 years in Windsor (1939-1979) at both CKLW radio and TV, and CBC TV, passed away peacefully on Aug. 1, 2003 at Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Wanda (nee Wok). He is survived by his children Mona Duffy & husband Ken (Hanover, ON); Brother Kurt Van Kuren (Saskatchewan); Alice Ann Van Kuren (Vancouver); Susan Courtney & husband Ken, and predeceased by Jamie Jo Van Kuren (2000). Grandfather ("Bim") of Matthew, Paul, Kipp & wife Lisa, Reid, Nathan, and Christopher, and brother of Helen Bowden (Kitchener). Jim was a longtime patron of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra and a contributor to many charitable organizations.
Visiting on Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Service to celebrate Jim's life on Wednesday, August 6, 2003 at 1 p.m. Rev. Paul Almond officiating. Cremation to follow. Jim's ashes will be buried at the McColl Cemetery in Eagle, ON at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Windsor Public Library or to the Parkinson's Society of Canada would be greatly appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of Jim Van Kuren in the Janisse Bros-Marcotte Heritage Forest. A dedication service will be held on September 28, 2003. All are welcome. The family invites you to sign the Book of Condolence and share your memories at www.obituariestoday.com.
John Roy Van Kuren - See "Roy Van Kuren"
Katherine M Van Kuren, 80, of RD3 Binghamton, died at 6:18PM Fridayat Wilson Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Alfred A Van Kuren, Chenango Bridge, one nephew, three nieces, and several cousins. She was a member of the St Mark’s Episcopal Church, Chenango Bridge. Funeral and committal services will be held at 11AM at the Hopler Funeral Home, 483 Chenango St, with the Rev George Entwisle, interim pastor of the St Mark’s Episcopal Church, officiating. Burial will be in Kattleville Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday 2 to 4 PM. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to the St Mark’s Episcopal Church or to the Broome Volunteer Emergency Squad. Binghamton Press, December 16, 1983
Laura Potts Van Kuren (Oct 12, 1997)
Laura Van Kuren, age 35, of Linden, died Friday, Oct 10, 1997 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral Service will be held 1PM, Monday, October 13, 1997 at the Fenton Road Baptist Church, G4386 Fenton Rd, Pastor Stephen Hardy officiating. Burial will be at the Flint Memorial Park. Family will receive friends at the Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E Broad St, Saturday from 5-9PM, and from 2-5 and 7-9PM on Sunday. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Lung Association, or the Fenton Road Baptist Church. Laura was born in Flint on May 30, 1962, the daughter of Larry and Patricia Potts. She had lived in the Linden area for the past two years coming from Mt Morris. She married Mike Van Kuren in Flint Township December 23, 1995. She formerly worked in the U.S. Post Office in Flint with 13 years of employment. She was a member of the Fenton Road Baptist Church. Surviving are: Husband Mike, Children Sarah, Marcus, Michele and Kevin Riendeau, and stepson Ryan Van Kuren; 2 sisters, Lisa and husband Scott Haggadone, Cynthia and husband Raymond Blair; brother Jeff and wife Velda Potts; parents Larry and Pat Potts; Maternal Grandfather Arvid; Step Grandmother Etheleen Lustig; several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, and Nephews. She was preceded in death by her Maternal Grandmother, Helen Ermantraut in 1994, and Paternal Grandfather, Charles, in 1976.
Lawrence A Van Kuren, 8499 E M71, Durand, age 56, died Tuesday, June 20, 1978 at Flint Osteopathic Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM Friday at Bellows Funeral Home, Durand. Burial in Byron Cemetery, Byron, Rev Gary Sanderson officiating. Family requests memorials be made to the Shiawassee Retarded Citizens, envelopes available at the funeral home. Mr Van Kuren was born in Flint, August 3, 1921, the son of Aaron and Pauline Van Kuren. He Lived in Bancroft for 18 years, the last 4 years in Durand. He was married to Violet Quipp in Adams, Wisconsin, Dec 25, 1944. Mr Van Kuren was a member of the Corunna VFW, a World War II veteran of the Marine Corps, and had been employed by Buick Motor Division for 8 years and Plant Security Chevrolet Manufacturing the last 25 years. Surviving are: wife Violet; 4 sons, Lawrence Jr of Sarasota, florida, Benjamin and Timothy of Durand, and Dan of Corunna; 3 daughters, Sherry Wallace of Durand, Carol Jeanne Van Kuren of Lapeer, and Karen Olsey of Owosso; 4 grandchildren; stepsister, Mrs Evelyn Minarczyk, Endicott, New York. Arrangements by the Bellows Funeral Home of Durand.
Marty E. VanKuren, 74, a retired gate keeper at Letchworth State Park, died March 3, 2005 at the Vincent House in Wayland. Mrs. VanKuren resided on Harpers Ferry Road in Springwater and was previously from Groveland. She is survived by her husband Ralph VanKuren; children, Kathleen (Bruce) Radley of Henrietta, James (Doreen Freeman) Frediani of Groveland, Karen (Forrest) Rosell of Conesus; several grandchildren including Jason and Brian Bannon; brother Rolf (Mary) Sieper of Greece; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Paul Quait and Harold Frediani. She was born Oct. 19, 1930 in Rochester the daughter of Ernest and Elizabeth Zimmerman Sieper. She was a graduate of Monroe High School in Rochester. Visitation was held at the Rector-Hicks Funeral Home, 111 Main St. in Geneseo on Saturday where Funeral Services were held March 6 with Rev. Sally Glassbrook of the Groveland Federate Parish officiating. Burial, Greenmount Cemetery in Dansville. Memorials may be made to the Vincent House, P.O. Box 566, Wayland NY 14572 or the Springwater Fire Department, P.O. Box 16, Springwater NY 14560. Clarion Call, March 10, 2005.
Mary Jane Borst Van Kuren (25 May, 1990)
Van Kuren, Mary Jane, age 71, died May 24, 1990 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held 2PM Saturday, May 26, 1990, at the Linden Presbyterian Church, Rev Donald Neuville officiating Burial in Crestwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will begin today 2-9PM at the Bowles-Sharp Funeral Home, Linden. Mrs Van Kuren will lie in state at the Linden Presbyterian Church from 1PM until time of Service on Saturday. She was born in Everett MI, Apr 18, 1919, the daughter of William and Edna Borst. She married Charles M Van Kuren in Flint Apr 26, 1942. He preceded her in death in 1983. Mrs Van Kuren was a faithful member, a deacon, and belonged to the women’s association of Linden Presbyterian Church. Surviving are: daughter Martha and husband Bud Eckhart; 2 sons, Robert and wife Barbara Van Kuren, William and wife Beverly Van Kuren; 3 brothers, Robert and wife Florence Borst, William and wife Jean Borst, Frank and wife Ted Borst; 2 sisters, Ruth and husband Westley West, Marge and husband Milton Bobier; 7 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, many nieces and nephews.
Melvina Conroy Van Kuren (clipping with date 3-27-1939 )
Mrs. Melvina Van Kuren, 88, a resident of Port Angeles for 47 years, passed away Sunday at 2:25pm at the nursing home of Mrs. C B Harrison after a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:30pm in the McDonald Funeral Home chapel, conducted by the Rev. Rev. C E Fulmer, old-time friend of Mrs. Van Kuren. Burial will be in the GAR plot at Ocean View Cemetery, the Women's Relief Corps holding graveside rites.
Mrs. Van Kuren, whose maiden name was Melvina Conroy, was born at German Flats, NY on Jan 21, 1851. She was married at the close of the Civil War to James Madison Van Kuren, who served in the war with the First Michigan Volunteers. Until 1890 the couple lived in Michigan, farming in Oakland County. In that year they moved to Washington spent 2 years at Shelton, then came to Port Angeles.
Mr. Van Kuren died here in April, 1922. His widow remained in Port Angeles until her own passing Sunday.
The Van Kurens lived principally here in the home at 7th and B Sts. which they built about 37 years ago. They took up a homestead in the Blue Mountain district, in addition, and the voting precinct of that neighborhood still bears their name.
Mrs. Van Kuren was a member of the Women's Relief Corps 48 years, joining shortly after the organization was formed. She was the oldest member of the corps in Clallam County, in point of number of years actual membership, at the time of her death. She also was a charter member of the Women's Literary Club and was much interested in church work, first in connection with the Methodist Episcopal church and later, the Presbyterian. Old time friends recall she was largely instrumental in promoting construction of the Methodist church building at 7th and D streets, still used as a church by another denomination.
Mrs. Van Kuren was interested in the Clallam County Indians and was well-known and respected by them.
No blood relatives of Mrs. Van Kuren are known to be living. Other relatives include a nephew, A J Van Kuren of Gaines, MI and 3 great-nephews, Dr. Earl B Miller of Port Angeles and Earl and Oliver J Van Kuren of Michigan
Michael "Mike" VAN KUREN
Daily Review, Michael "Mike" VanKuren, 36, deputy Bradford County sheriff, of RR 1, Little Meadows, Pa., died Wednesday, March 31, 2004. Born March 15, 1968, in Endicott, N.Y., he was the son of Gerald W. VanKuren and Lorna J. Gower VanKuren. "Mike," as he was known by his family and many friends, was a graduate of Northeast Bradford High School, Class of 1987, where he was active in basketball and baseball. In 1990 Mike graduated from the Allentown Police Academy, Allentown, Pa. Mike formerly served as a police officer for the boroughs of Towanda, Sayre, Rome and LeRaysville and for Rome Township. In March of 1995, Mike became associated with the Bradford County Sheriff's Office as a deputy sheriff, a position he maintained until the time of his death. He was also a member of the Bradford County Drug Task Force along with his canine partner, Montana. On Sept. 4, 1998, he married the former Elane Freeman in the Warren Center United Methodist Church. Mike was working toward his associate's degree in Criminal Justice through Lackawanna College in Towanda. His family will receive his degree in his honor in May of 2004. Mike was a member of the Warren Center United Methodist Church, Pennsylvania Deputy Sheriff's Association, National Rifle Association, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, National Police Working Dogs Association and National Wild Turkey Association. Mike coached Little League baseball for NEBALL for several years and also formerly served as NEBALL president. Mike also served as a PSS instructor at Penn State University for several years. Mike loved the outdoors, hunting, archery and fishing. He was the grand champion of the 2003 Muzzy Invitational Tournament in Monticello, N.Y. Surviving are: his wife, Elane VanKuren, his son, Andrew Todd VanKuren, and his daughter, Tifani Elizabeth VanKuren, all at home; his parents, Gerald W. VanKuren and Lorna J. Gower VanKuren of Warren Center; his sister and brother-in-law, Michele A. and Thomas Keefe of Warren Center; his half-sister, Nancy Browning of Biloxi, Miss.; two nieces, Erin and Taylor Keefe, and a nephew, Joseph Keefe, all of Warren Center; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral service will be held Sunday, April 4, at 2:30 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Brad Marple, pastor of the Warren Center United Methodist Church, and Rev. Larry Jennings, pastor of the Warren Center Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Warren Center Cemetery, Warren Center. The family will receive friends on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. The family requests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, P.O. Box 8249, Missoula, Mont. 59807, in Michael Allen VanKuren's memory.
Van Kuren, Oliver J – 12244 Fagan Rd, Holly, age 76, died Saturday, February 15, 1975, at McLaren General Hospital, Flint. Funeral services will be held at 2PM Wednesday, at Dryer Funeral Home, Holly, Rev LaVere Webster officiating. Burial in Crestmont(Crestwood?) Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Surviving are: 2 daughters, Mrs Ila Plumb of Flint and Mrs Marie Widing of Holly; 6 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 5 brothers, Earl of Brooksfield, Florida, Delos (Stud) of Attica, Michigan, James of Sears, Michigan, Harry of Stuart, Florida and Marvin of Mio, Michigan; 3 sisters, Mrs Eunice Collins of Evart, Michigan, Mrs Beatrice Hoffmeyer of Evart, Michigan, and Mrs Alma Fry of Drayton Plaines; wife Daisy preceded him in death Nov 16, 1974.
Roy Van Kuren Dies In Virginia; Was Rummerfield Native
J. Roy Van Kuren of 120 Oakwood Circle, Charlottesville, Va., a retired accountant, died at University Hospital, Charlottesville, on April 27. He had been a patient at the hospital for about two weeks, having suffered a cerebral hemorrhage. Funeral Services were held at the Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville on April 29. Committal services will be held at the Standing Stone Cemetery at a later date.
Mr. Van Kuren was born in Rummerfield, this county, Oct 27, 1893, a son of the late George and Mary Swackhammer Van Kuren. He received his formal education in the schools of his home community, and was a graduate of Cronk’s Business College, Towanda. He was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church at Charlottesville; Towanda Lodge # 108, F. and A.M., the Camden, N. J. consistory, and the S. A. R. Mr. Van Auken(as spelled in article) often came north to visit relatives in this area, especially before the death of his mother not too long ago, and had made it a point to look up Towanda friends, of whom he had many. Surviving are his wife, Pauline; a daughter, Mrs. Douglas G Tolley, Sr., of Swarthmore, Pa.; three grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Robert Caswell and Mrs. Roland Proof of Wyalusing, and Mrs. Charles Lehman of Athens; a brother, Lawrence, of Vestal, N. Y. May 1, 1962
Bradford Star, Nov 19, 1908:
Mrs Louise Van Kurin died November 11th at her home in Terrytown after a short illness, aged 92 years and 9 months. Until a short time preceeding her death she had been remarkedly bright and active.
Walter H. Van Kurin of Riverhead died on Jan. 26 at his residence. He was 83.
He was born on August 4, 1921, in Corning, N.Y., to Howard and Charlotte (Covert) Van Kurin and attended school there, graduating from Northside High School in 1937 at age 16. Mr. Van Kurin then was employed by Corning Glass Works, where he continued his studies in science. The company later appointed him to work in its laboratory as a scientist.
His career was interrupted by World War II, when he was drafted into the U.S. Army Air Corps and sent to Iceland for three years as a staff sergeant. As the war neared its end, he was transferred to Westhampton Air Base, where he met his future wife, Stafka Doroski of Cutchogue. They were married on June 30, 1946, at Sacred Heart R.C. Church in Cutchogue, and then moved to Riverhead.
After working as a photographer for Dormand's Studios, Mr. Van Kurin was employed by the U.S. Post Office in 1953. He remained with the post office and its successor, the U.S. Postal Service, for 31 years, retiring as a supervisor in 1984.
Mr. Van Kurin was an active member of the Knights of Columbus for 50 years, at one time serving as grand knight and secretary-treasurer. For many years he was an usher at St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church, Riverhead.
A statement written by his family notes that Mr. Van Kurin enjoyed photography, collecting stamps and antiques, playing the piano and gardening. The statement concludes: "Walter was a kind, caring man with a peaceful demeanor, spending his life doing everything he could for his family and friends. He was devoted to his faith and lived the Christian way of life in every way. Walter will be greatly missed by everyone who was privileged to know him."
In addition to his wife, Mr. Van Kurin is survived by four children, Charlene Crump, Schuyler and Stephanie, all of Riverhead, and Monica Lessard of Mattituck; 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandhildren. A brother, George, predeceased him.
Visitation took place at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead on Jan. 30. Funeral services were held the next day at St. John the Evangelist, Father Thomas Coby officiating. Interment followed at the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to East End Hospice, P.O. Box 1048, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978, or the American Cancer Society.
February 3, 2005, Riverhead News Review
Columbia City Post and Mail, Aug 10, 1981
Mrs Elizabeth Ann Waller, 83, of 2890 Shady Lake Drive, Vermillion, Ohio, died at 2:50PM at Lorain Community Hospital, Lorain, Ohio. She had been confined to a nursing home and was taken to a nursing home Saturday afternoon. A daughter of Henry and Rebecca Isabelle Perry Shoda, she was born 1 November, 1897 in Jefferson Township. On July 14, 1918 she married she married Forrest Daniel Van Curen in Trinity Methodist Church, Columbia City by Reverend M.O. Lester. Mr Van Curen died Nov 16, 1944. She married Lee Ernest Waller, Oct 31 1953 in St Lukes Church, Ft Wayne. He Preceded her in death on May 8, 1976. She moved to Columbia City in 1934. She lived in Ft Wayne from 1955 to 1964 and returned to Columbia City and lived there from 1964 to 1977, then moved to Vermillion, Ohio. Her first husband was a veteran of World War I, serving with the U.S. Army. A homemaker, she was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church and American Legion Auxiliary, Post 98 of Columbia City. Survivors include one son, Robert D Van Curen of 2890 Shady Lake Drive, Vermillion, Ohio; 2 stepdaughters, Mrs Miriam Strasser of Ft Wayne; Mrs Elizabeth Stroegen, Monroeville; and one step son, Luther E Waller, of Ft Wayne; ten grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; A daughter, Marjorie Davis, preceded her in death. Calling will be at Demoney-Grimes Funeral Home from 2-4 and 7-9PM today. Funeral services will be at 1:30PM Tuesday at the funeral home, with Rev Graham Kleepsie, Pastor Emeritus of Grace Lutheran Church, officiating. The Columbia City American Legion Auxiliary will hold a memorial service at 8PM today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Eberhard’s Cemetery, 265 West Keiser Road, Columbia Township.
Wood, Violet Ellen - December 28 issue
Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, at 8th & Grand Church of Christ for Violet Ellen Wood of 922 S. Roselawn.
Wood, 77, died on Dec. 25 in Artesia.
W.A. Wheat will officiate. Interment will follow at Twin Oaks Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Darren Wood, Billy Joe Van Curen, Rusty Jim Van Curen, Joe Bert Wood, William Briscoe, Troy Briscoe, Michael Wood, Danny Wood, Cody Martin, Tommy Briscoe, Christopher Clark, Charlton Clark and John Trujillo.
Visitation started at 10 a.m. today at Terpening & Son Mortuary.
Wood was born on June 10, 1922, in Hope, N.M., to Walter C. Stone and Josie Ellen (McCabe) Stone.
She was married to Joe T. Wood on March 30, 1940, in Carlsbad.
She was a lifelong area resident and a housewife. She was a member of 8th & Grand Church of Christ and a member of TOPS.
She is survived by her husband, Joe T. Wood of the family home; sons Tommy Wood, wife Delores, of Prescott, Iowa, Billy Joe Wood of Artesia and Kenneth Wayne Wood, wife Kathy, of Artesia; daughters Sheryl Clark, husband Charles, and Josie Ellen Van Curen, husband Rusty, all of Artesia; sisters Jean McIntosh of California and Opal Jackson, husband Carroll, of Hagerman; 18 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Carolyn Sue Trujillo; six brothers; and two sisters.
pg. 411, (Broome Republic, Sept. 01, 1875):
Died at the home of her father, Jonathan Van Kuren, Chenango, August 29:
Jennie Wright, wife of Morton C. Wright. Age 22 yrs. (note: the same source
indicated that Jennie and Morton were married on Oct. 20, 1874 at Chemung).
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