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Harry Whitaker1

#28401, (1874-)
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Parents

Biography

  • Harry Whitaker was born in April 1874 in New York.1,2
  • He appeared on the 1880 US Federal Census of Lincoln St, Johnstown, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 12 June 1880, in the household of his parents Joseph Whitaker and Pella.1
  • Harry Whitaker completed seventh grade.3
  • He appeared on the 1900 US Federal Census of Walnut St, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 12 June 1900, in the household of his parents Joseph Whitaker and Pella.2
  • Harry Whitaker appeared on the 1910 US Federal Census of 120 Fifth Ave, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 27 April 1910, in the household of his mother Pella A Valentine.4
  • He appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 10 East Fourth Ave, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 17 April 1940, in the household of John Whitaker and Helen L Wilson, his brother.3

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Citations

  1. [S4501] 1880 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Joseph Whitaker head of household, roll 834, enumeration district 008, page 175D .
  2. [S4503] 1900 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Joseph Whitaker head of household, Ward 5, roll 1036, enumeration district 0014, page 15A .
  3. [S4564] 1940 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, John Whitaker head of household, roll T627_2536, enumeration district 18-24, page 4B .
  4. [S4502] 1910 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Pella Whitaker head of household, Ward 5, roll T624_948, enumeration district 0020, page 16B .

Rubin Whitaker1

#28402, (about 1871-)
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Parents

Biography

  • Rubin Whitaker was born about 1871 in New York.1
  • He appeared on the 1880 US Federal Census of Lincoln St, Johnstown, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 12 June 1880, in the household of his parents Joseph Whitaker and Pella.1

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Citations

  1. [S4501] 1880 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Joseph Whitaker head of household, roll 834, enumeration district 008, page 175D .

James Whitaker1

#28403, (about 1867-)
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Parents

Biography

  • James Whitaker was born about 1867 in New York.1
  • He appeared on the 1880 US Federal Census of Lincoln St, Johnstown, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 12 June 1880, in the household of his parents Joseph Whitaker and Pella.1

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S4501] 1880 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Joseph Whitaker head of household, roll 834, enumeration district 008, page 175D .

Maude Whitaker1

#28404, (about 1865-)
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Parents

Biography

  • Maude Whitaker was born about 1865 in New York.1
  • She appeared on the 1880 US Federal Census of Lincoln St, Johnstown, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 12 June 1880, in the household of her parents Joseph Whitaker and Pella.1

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Citations

  1. [S4501] 1880 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Joseph Whitaker head of household, roll 834, enumeration district 008, page 175D .

Helen L Wilson1

#28405, (about 1885-1953)
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Child with John Whitaker (b. 29 January 1879, d. 15 December 1972)

Biography

  • Helen L Wilson was born about 1885.1
  • She completed seventh grade.2
  • She married John Whitaker, son of Joseph Whitaker and Pella A Valentine, estimated 1902.1,3
  • John Whitaker and Helen appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 10 East Fourth Ave, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 17 April 1940.2
  • She died in 1953 at age ~68.1

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  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S4541] Smemoe, Carol, compiler, family tree titled "Carol and Martin's Families", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID:1874391, updated Apr 2009, viewed May 2013 , .
  2. [S4564] 1940 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, John Whitaker head of household, roll T627_2536, enumeration district 18-24, page 4B .
  3. [S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.

Laura J Whitaker1,2

#28406, (about 1905-1960)
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Parents

Biography

  • Laura J Whitaker was born about 1905.1
  • She completed eighth grade.2
  • Laura probably married Mr Clay, as in the 1940 census her name was Clay and her status was married.2
  • She appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 10 East Fourth Ave, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 17 April 1940, in the household of her parents John Whitaker and Helen. her husband doesn't seem to be listed.2
  • Laura J Whitaker died in 1960 at age ~55.1

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S4541] Smemoe, Carol, compiler, family tree titled "Carol and Martin's Families", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID:1874391, updated Apr 2009, viewed May 2013 , .
  2. [S4564] 1940 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, John Whitaker head of household, roll T627_2536, enumeration district 18-24, page 4B .

Carl Whitaker1

#28407, (1880-)
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Parents

Biography

  • Carl Whitaker was born in December 1880 in New York.1
  • He appeared on the 1900 US Federal Census of Walnut St, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 12 June 1900, in the household of his parents Joseph Whitaker and Pella.1
  • Carl Whitaker married Fannie (née unknown) Whitaker about 1910.2
  • Carl Whitaker was a glove finisher in a glove shop.3
  • He appeared on the 1910 US Federal Census of 120 Fifth Ave, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 27 April 1910, in the household of his mother Pella A Valentine. and his wife.3

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S4503] 1900 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Joseph Whitaker head of household, Ward 5, roll 1036, enumeration district 0014, page 15A .
  2. [S4502] 1910 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Arthur Eastman head of household, Ward 5, roll T624_948, enumeration district 0020, page 16B .
  3. [S4502] 1910 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Pella Whitaker head of household, Ward 5, roll T624_948, enumeration district 0020, page 16B .

Fannie (née unknown) Whitaker1

#28408, (about 1885-)
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Biography

  • Fannie (née unknown) Whitaker was born about 1885 in New York.2
  • She married Carl Whitaker, son of Joseph Whitaker and Pella A Valentine, about 1910.2
  • Fannie (née unknown) Whitaker appeared on the 1910 US Federal Census of 120 Fifth Ave, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, enumerated on 27 April 1910, in the household of her parents Pella A Valentine and. her mother-in-law and her husband.1

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S4502] 1910 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Pella Whitaker head of household, Ward 5, roll T624_948, enumeration district 0020, page 16B .
  2. [S4502] 1910 US Federal Census, Gloversville, Fulton County, New York, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Arthur Eastman head of household, Ward 5, roll T624_948, enumeration district 0020, page 16B .

Abline Simonds1

#28409, (1765-1846)
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Biography

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  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S1224] James, compiler, family tree titled "The Sargent-Sergent Family Tree", published by Ancestry, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID sargent-sergent, updated Jul 2009, viewed Sep 2016 , .
  2. [S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.

Mary Ann Valentine1

#28410, (1845-1920)
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Parents

Children with Orange Wedge Morey (b. 28 February 1842, d. 13 January 1879)

Biography

  • Mary Ann Valentine was born on 30 March 1845 in Gloversville, New York.1
  • She married Orange Wedge Morey on 26 September 1865 in Gloversville, New York.2
  • Mary Ann Valentine was a bookkeeper.3
  • She appeared on the 1880 US Federal Census of Home, Montcalm County, Michigan, enumerated on 17 June 1880.3
  • She married Abraham Houghteling in 1894.2,4
  • Abraham Houghteling and Mary appeared on the 1900 US Federal Census of Arcada, Gratiot County, Michigan, enumerated on 7 June 1900.4
  • Abraham Houghteling and Mary appeared on the 1910 US Federal Census of Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan, enumerated on 4 May 1910. Also listed in the household was Margaret Fortin age 4, lodger.5
  • She died on 9 June 1920 in Michigan at age 75.1,2

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S4541] Smemoe, Carol, compiler, family tree titled "Carol and Martin's Families", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID:1874391, updated Apr 2009, viewed May 2013 , .
  2. [S1224] James, compiler, family tree titled "The Sargent-Sergent Family Tree", published by Ancestry, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID sargent-sergent, updated Jul 2009, viewed Jun 2013 , .
  3. [S4770] 1880 US Federal Census, Home, Montcalm County, Michigan, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Mary Morey head of household, roll 597, enumeration district 239, page 234D .
  4. [S4585] 1900 US Federal Census, Arcada, Gratiot County, Michigan, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Abraham Houghletting head of household, roll T623_712, enumeration district 0045, page 9A .
  5. [S4583] 1910 US Federal Census, Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Abraham Houghtaling head of household, Ward 5, roll T624_640, enumeration district 0054, page 11B .

Ruth (née unknown) Ackerman1

#28411, (about 1908-)
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Biography

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  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S3402] 1940 US Federal Census, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Nicholas Ackerman head of household, roll T627_401, enumeration district 60-305, page 13A .
  2. [S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.

Jesse Lambert1

#28412, (1693-1773)
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Parents

Biography

  • Jesse Lambert was born on 20 April 1693 in Milford, Connecticut.1
  • He married Mary Gilette, daughter of Eliphal Gilette and Mary Wheeler, on 26 December 1716.1
  • Jesse and Mary had 2 children.1
  • He died on 26 December 1773 in Milford, Connecticut, at age 80.1

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S508] Beran, Evelyn, compiler, family tree titled "Sanford-Shulsen Family", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID sanford-shulsen, updated May 2013, viewed Jun 2013 , .

Mary Gilette1

#28413, (1695-1776)
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Biography

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  • Relationship: 2nd cousin 9 times removed of Linda Sargent
  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S508] Beran, Evelyn, compiler, family tree titled "Sanford-Shulsen Family", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID sanford-shulsen, updated May 2013, viewed Jun 2013 , .

Eliphal Gilette1

#28414, (about 1673-1746/47)
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Child with Mary Wheeler (d. 31 January 1730/31)

Biography

  • Eliphal Gilette was born about 1673.1
  • Father: Jeremiah Gilette.1
  • He married Mary Wheeler, daughter of Ephraim Wheeler and Mary Holbrook, in 1696.1
  • Eliphal and Mary had 9 children.1
  • He died on 19 March 1746/47 in Milford, Connecticut, at age ~74.1

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S508] Beran, Evelyn, compiler, family tree titled "Sanford-Shulsen Family", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID sanford-shulsen, updated May 2013, viewed Jun 2013 , .

Mary Wheeler1

#28415, (-1730/31)
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Parents

Child with Eliphal Gilette (b. about 1673, d. 19 March 1746/47)

Biography

  • Mary Wheeler was baptized on 3 February 1678 in Milford, Connecticut.1
  • She married Eliphal Gilette in 1696.1
  • Eliphal and Mary had 9 children.1
  • She died on 31 January 1730/31 in Milford, Connecticut.1

Other Information

  • Relationship: 1st cousin 10 times removed of Linda Sargent
  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S508] Beran, Evelyn, compiler, family tree titled "Sanford-Shulsen Family", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID sanford-shulsen, updated May 2013, viewed Jun 2013 , .

Sarah Lambert1

#28416, (1689-1760)
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Parents

Child with John Dunning (b. 1681, d. 1 January 1734)

Biography

  • Sarah Lambert was born on 8 October 1689 in Milford, Connecticut.1
  • She married John Dunning in 1712 in Stratford, Connecticut.1
  • John and Sarah had 4 children.1
  • She died in 1760 in Wilton, Connecticut, at age ~71.1

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S1840] Julia, compiler, family tree titled "Hawley, Hurd, etc", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID hawley-hurd-etc, updated Mar 2013, viewed Jun 2013 , .

John Dunning1

#28417, (1681-1734)
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Child with Sarah Lambert (b. 8 October 1689, d. 1760)

Biography

  • John Dunning was born in 1681 in Boston, Massachusetts.1
  • Father: Benjamin Dunning (b 17 Jan 1646 Salem MA) - Mother: Mary Jewett (b c 1650.)1
  • He married Sarah Lambert, daughter of Jesse Lambert and Deborah Fowler, in 1712 in Stratford, Connecticut.1
  • John and Sarah had 4 children.1
  • He died on 1 January 1734 in Norwalk, Connecticut, at age ~53.1

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S1840] Julia, compiler, family tree titled "Hawley, Hurd, etc", published by Ancestry.com, wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com, from database ID hawley-hurd-etc, updated Mar 2013, viewed Jun 2013 , .

Ellen Maria Peck1,2

#28418, (1864-1894)
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Parents

Child with Fred Hartshorn Burdett (b. 12 March 1861, d. 29 November 1935)

Biography

  • Ellen Maria Peck was born on 12 April 1864 in New Haven, Connecticut.1,3
  • She married Fred Hartshorn Burdett, son of James Frances Burdett and Caroline Ellen Hartshorn, on 6 July 1892 in Waterbury, Connecticut.1
  • Ellen Maria Peck died on 8 March 1894 in Woburn, Massachusetts, at age 29.2
  • I think the cause of death was complications from childbirth - Puerperla...Thrombosis.2
  • She was buried in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts.4
    Gravestone

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives marriage record.
  2. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives death record.
  3. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives death record (calculated).
  4. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Charles Fred Burdett II, created by Glenn Ellis, added Feb 2011, memorial number 66044853.

Ellen M Pierpont1

#28419, (estimated 1842-)
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Child with Lorings B Peck (b. estimated 1840)

Biography

  • Ellen M Pierpont was born estimated 1842 in Waterbury, Connecticut.2,3
  • She married Lorings B Peck estimated 1862.4,3

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives marriage record of her daughter.
  2. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives death record of her daughter.
  3. [S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.
  4. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives death record of their daughter.

Lorings B Peck1

#28420, (estimated 1840-)
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Child with Ellen M Pierpont (b. estimated 1842)

Biography

  • Lorings B Peck was born estimated 1840 in New Haven, Connecticut.1,2
  • He married Ellen M Pierpont estimated 1862.3,2

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives death record of his daughter.
  2. [S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.
  3. [S221] Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, online image database, digitized by NEHGS, 2004, www.americanancestors.org. (Original publication: Massachusetts: Vital Records 1841-1910, New England Historic Genealogical Society,) original records from MA archives death record of their daughter.

Dorothy Elizabeth Liebensperger1

#28421, (1902-1988)
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Children with Charles Fred Burdett (b. 3 April 1904, d. 6 January 1988)

Biography

  • Dorothy Elizabeth Liebensperger was born on 26 September 1902 in Punxsutawny, Pennsylvania.1
  • She completed two years of college.2
  • She married Charles Fred Burdett, son of Fred Hartshorn Burdett and Sadie Haywood Moore, estimated 1933.1,3
  • Charles Fred Burdett and Dorothy appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 605 Main St, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, enumerated ((no date) 1940). They own their home, reporting a value of $8,000.2
  • Charles Fred Burdett and Dorothy appeared on the 1950 US Federal Census of 605 Main St, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, enumerated on 12 April 1950.4
  • She died on 16 April 1988 in Woburn, Massachusetts, at age 85.1
  • She was buried in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts.5
    Gravestone

Other Information

  • Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

  1. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Dorothy Elizabeth Liebensperger Burdett, created by Glenn Ellis, added Mar 2011, memorial number 66482331.
  2. [S4574] 1940 US Federal Census, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, C Fred Burdett head of household, roll T627_1622, enumeration district 9-649, page 16B .
  3. [S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.
  4. [S8952] 1950 US Federal Census, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, C Fred Burdett head of household, record group 29, roll 2871 sheet 11, enumeration district 9-738 .
  5. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Charles Fred Burdett II, created by Glenn Ellis, added Feb 2011, memorial number 66044853.

Charles Fred Burdett1

#28422, (1935-1980)
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Parents

Biography

  • Charles Fred Burdett was born on 10 June 1935 in Woburn, Massachusetts.1
  • He appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 605 Main St, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, enumerated ((no date) 1940), in the household of his parents Charles Fred Burdett and Dorothy.2
  • Charles Fred Burdett appeared on the 1950 US Federal Census of 605 Main St, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, enumerated on 12 April 1950, in the household of his parents Charles Fred Burdett and Dorothy.3
  • Charles Fred Burdett was a member of the Swedenborg Church.1
  • He died on 22 February 1980 in Andover, Massachusetts, at age 44.1

Other Information

Citations

  1. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Charles Fred Burdett II, created by Glenn Ellis, added Feb 2011, memorial number 66044853.
  2. [S4574] 1940 US Federal Census, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, C Fred Burdett head of household, roll T627_1622, enumeration district 9-649, page 16B .
  3. [S8952] 1950 US Federal Census, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, C Fred Burdett head of household, record group 29, roll 2871 sheet 11, enumeration district 9-738 .

Sarah Mae Burdett1,2

#28423
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Parents

Citations

  1. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Charles Fred Burdett II, created by Glenn Ellis, added Feb 2011, memorial number 66044853.
  2. [S8952] 1950 US Federal Census, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, C Fred Burdett head of household, record group 29, roll 2871 sheet 11, enumeration district 9-738 .

Mary Ann Burdett1

#28424
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Parents

Citations

  1. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Charles Fred Burdett II, created by Glenn Ellis, added Feb 2011, memorial number 66044853.

Caroline Burdett1

#28425, (1943-2006)
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Parents

Biography

  • Caroline Burdett was born in 1943 in Woburn, Massachusetts.1
  • She appeared on the 1950 US Federal Census of 605 Main St, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, enumerated on 12 April 1950, in the household of her parents Charles Fred Burdett and Dorothy.2
  • Caroline Burdett died on 14 December 2006 in Lebanon, New Hampshire, at age ~63.1
  • She was buried in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts. Plot: CA BURDETT & FH LOT # 2015, 2016, Fowle Avenue.1
  • Rev Ellis from the Swedenborg Church gave a tribute to Caroline.

    REV. ELLIS WRITES A BRIEF TRIBUTE TO A REMARKABLE LADY

    In Loving Memory of Caroline Burdett: The Boston Church of the New Jerusalem, Inc., Church on the Hill, Swedenborgian, located atop historic Beacon Hill, beside the Massachusetts State House, was Caroline's life long church and the church of her ancestors. Caroline could have exemplified the grandness of Beacon Hill and the grandeur of Bostonian aristocracy, yet, she was down to earth and practical in every way. There was nothing superficial about her, only genuineness to the core of her being. What I stated in the memorial tribute in January 2007, about Caroline was true of everything she embraced, as she had a zest for life that shone through all the severity of her handicap. She was insightful, and yet non-obtrusive with the heart of a saint. I never will forget her fortitude, and her thoughtfulness of others, even when she could have used a much needed boost of morale. She had a developed sense of humor. With her sharp wit she could laugh with others and at life's incongruence. This was the Caroline that always came through for me and for many others who knew her so well.

    She graduated as a physical therapist from Boston Bouve School, now part of Northeastern University, and went on to spend 10 years in practice in various area hospitals, including Brigham and Women's. She was a devoted member of her church, and of the beloved teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg, scientist, philosopher and theologian, passed down through generations of her family. Yet, with Caroline, her belief was more of a practical guide for life, than a tradition or religion. It was a way of life, as Swedenborg taught, "To worship the Lord is to live a life of service." And this was Caroline at her best, always thinking about how she could help others, and be there for others in their times of happiness, and yes, sadness. During First Night in Boston, Caroline would manage to serve on the First Night staff as greeter and security personnel at various sites of interest, including her own church. She fought the fight, she kept the faith, and now she is at rest in God. Farewell, Caroline you are loved, and you are missed. Sincerely, Rev. G. Steven Ellis, Senior Pastor (Church on the Hill, Swedenborgian, Boston Society of the New Jerusalem.)1

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Citations

  1. [S2431] Find A Grave: Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, Massachusetts, Caroline Burdett, created by Glenn Ellis, added Mar 2011, memorial number 66458664.
  2. [S8952] 1950 US Federal Census, Woburn, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, C Fred Burdett head of household, record group 29, roll 2871 sheet 11, enumeration district 9-738 .