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John Geoge H Blake was born on 5 January 1921 in Rockford, Illinois.¹
He was in WW II in the Army in Europe.¹
He graduated from University of Georgia in 1942.¹
He married Gwendolyn M Trafford on 12 April 1945 in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England.¹
John operated the family business - The Blake Co., Inc. has been family owned and operated since 1889. It was founded by J.C. Blake and his son, Jesse C. Blake. We still believe in that old fashioned one-on-one service. You can expect only friendly, personal, and reliable service from ""Blake Awning"". We specialize in custom made canvas awnings and other canvas related products. We have also been a flag dealer selling flags.¹
He died on 27 October 2007 in Rockford, Illinois, at age 86.¹

Obit Notice

An obituary was published

John G.H. BLAKE, 86 ROCKFORD - John G.H. Blake, 86, entered into eternal rest Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. He was a resident in Wesley Willows Nursing Home.

John Blake was born Jan. 5, 1921, in Rockford, son of John D. and Helen (Hopkins) Blake. A 1938 graduate of Central High School in Rockford, he went on to attend the University of Georgia where he graduated in 1942. He was a member of the U.S. Army following college graduation, serving in England and France during World War II. He was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves until the early 1960's.

It was in England during World War II where he met and married his beloved wife, Gwen Trafford, on April 12, 1945. She had resigned her post as an officer in the Royal Air Force. Gwen died in 2003. John and Gwen both enjoyed traveling to England to visit her sister's family. For many years they were members of the Rockford Lawn Bowling League.

John was employed in the family business, Blake Co., for more than 45 years. He was a long-time member of Second Congregational Church and University Club in Rockford. He also was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club. John was an avid Cub's fan and enjoyed watching other sports.

John is survived by daughter, Elizabeth (William) of Littleton, Colo.; son, John (Janelle) of Greeley, Colo.; two grandchildren living out of state, Kerianne and Steven; and three great-grandchildren. Local Rockford survivors include brother, David, and his children Diane, David, Nancy and Carol and their families. In addition, two second cousins living out of state; two nieces and a nephew who live in England with their families.

Funeral at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, in Second Congregational Church, with the Rev. Michael Solberg, Pastor, officiating. A reception will follow in the church dining area. Visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, in Anderson Long Klontz Funeral Home, 6825 Weaver Road. Private family burial. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established at Second Congregational Church for the church foundation fund for use of the children of the church.

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Relationship: 8th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant, LOP Second World War
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

Gwendolyn M Trafford¹

#34312, (1919-2003)

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Children with John Geoge H Blake (b. 5 January 1921, d. 27 October 2007)

Elizabeth Blake
John Blake

Biography

Gwendolyn M Trafford was born on 19 May 1919 in Caistor, Lincolnshire, England.¹
Father: Samuel Thomas Trafford (b 1893 Ashby Lincolnshire England) - Mother: Maple Willey (b 23 Aug 1901 Snitterby Lincolnshire England.)¹
She married John Geoge H Blake, son of John Dullam Blake and Helen Grace Hopkins, on 12 April 1945 in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England.¹
Gwendolyn M Trafford died in 2003 at age ~84.¹

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Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

Elizabeth Blake¹

Sargent Lineage: John¹², John¹¹, Jesse¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34313

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Parents

Father: John Geoge H Blake (b. 5 January 1921, d. 27 October 2007)
Mother: Gwendolyn M Trafford (b. 19 May 1919, d. 2003)

Relationship: 8th cousin 2 times removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

John Blake¹

Sargent Lineage: John¹², John¹¹, Jesse¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34314

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Parents

Father: John Geoge H Blake (b. 5 January 1921, d. 27 October 2007)
Mother: Gwendolyn M Trafford (b. 19 May 1919, d. 2003)

Relationship: 8th cousin 2 times removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

Louisa S Blake¹

Sargent Lineage: Jesse¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34315, (1896-1956)

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Parents

Father: Jesse Claire Blake (b. 5 September 1869, d. 29 October 1949)
Mother: Elizabeth S Dullam (b. 12 November 1869, d. 18 June 1953)

Child with Stephen Roy McIntosh (b. 1 February 1889, d. January 1956)

Stephen Blake McIntosh (b. 21 July 1920, d. 18 March 1980)

Biography

Louisa S Blake was born on 12 April 1896 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
She married Stephen Roy McIntosh estimated 1918.^1,2
She died on 15 January 1956 in Pinellas County, Florida, at age 59.¹
She was buried in Roayl Palm South Cemetery, St Petersburg, Florida.¹

Other Information

Relationship: 8th cousin of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .
[S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.

Stephen Roy McIntosh¹

#34316, (1889-1956)

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Child with Louisa S Blake (b. 12 April 1896, d. 15 January 1956)

Stephen Blake McIntosh (b. 21 July 1920, d. 18 March 1980)

Biography

Stephen Roy McIntosh was born on 1 February 1889 in Illinois.¹
He married Louisa S Blake, daughter of Jesse Claire Blake and Elizabeth S Dullam, estimated 1918.^1,2
Stephen Roy McIntosh died in January 1956 in Pinellas County, Florida, at age 66.¹
He was buried in Royal Palm South Cemetery, St Petersburg, Florida.¹

Other Information

Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .
[S204] Assumption of Researcher LSR.

Stephen Blake McIntosh¹

Sargent Lineage: Louisa S Blake¹¹, Jesse¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34317, (1920-1980)

Pedigree Link

Parents

Father: Stephen Roy McIntosh (b. 1 February 1889, d. January 1956)
Mother: Louisa S Blake (b. 12 April 1896, d. 15 January 1956)

Biography

Stephen Blake McIntosh was born on 21 July 1920 in Illinois.¹
He died on 18 March 1980 in Indian River County, Florida, at age 59.¹

Other Information

Relationship: 8th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

Mary Daisy Blake¹

Sargent Lineage: Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34318, (1872-1970)

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Mary Daisy Blake Goodsell
1872-1970

Parents

Father: John Cameron Blake (b. 3 December 1848, d. 18 November 1916)
Mother: Louisa Marion Burditt (b. 25 March 1849, d. 28 October 1939)

Children with Clayton Asher Goodsell (b. 23 April 1867, d. 26 May 1936)

Julia Eva Goodsell+ (b. 18 December 1902, d. 21 July 1990)
Jessie Eloise Goodsell+ (b. 18 December 1902, d. 15 June 1999)

Biography

Mary Daisy Blake was born on 20 December 1872 in McHenry County, Illinois.¹
Mary Daisy Blake was a school teacher.¹
She married Clayton Asher Goodsell on 8 January 1902 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
She died on 31 May 1970 in Harvard, Illinois, at age 97.¹

Other Information

Relationship: 7th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

Clayton Asher Goodsell¹

#34319, (1867-1936)

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Children with Mary Daisy Blake (b. 20 December 1872, d. 31 May 1970)

Julia Eva Goodsell+ (b. 18 December 1902, d. 21 July 1990)
Jessie Eloise Goodsell+ (b. 18 December 1902, d. 15 June 1999)

Biography

Clayton Asher Goodsell was born on 23 April 1867 in Dunham, Illinois.¹
He married Mary Daisy Blake, daughter of John Cameron Blake and Louisa Marion Burditt, on 8 January 1902 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
Clayton Asher Goodsell was a merchant in a dry goods retail store.¹
He died on 26 May 1936 in Harvard, Illinois, at age 69.¹

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Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .

Julia Eva Goodsell¹

Sargent Lineage: Mary Daisy Blake¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34320, (1902-1990)

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Parents

Father: Clayton Asher Goodsell (b. 23 April 1867, d. 26 May 1936)
Mother: Mary Daisy Blake (b. 20 December 1872, d. 31 May 1970)

Children with Paul Henry Marcks (b. 2 December 1902, d. 5 April 1982)

Robert C Marcks
Phyllis L Marcks

Biography

Julia Eva Goodsell was born on 18 December 1902 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
She completed four years of college.²
She married Paul Henry Marcks on 19 June 1927 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
Paul Henry Marcks and Julia appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 201 Church St, Harvard, McHenry County, Illinois, enumerated in April 1940. They own their home with a reported value of $3,500. Also living with the family were Esther Stahl age 35 grade school teacher and Mary Collins age 31 Jr high school civics teacher.²
She died on 21 July 1990 in Bradenton, Florida, at age 87.¹

Other Information

Relationship: 8th cousin of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .
[S2065] 1940 US Federal Census, Harvard, McHenry County, Illinois, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Paul H Marcks head of household, roll unknown, enumeration district 56-13, page 15A .

Jessie Eloise Goodsell¹

Sargent Lineage: Mary Daisy Blake¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34321, (1902-1999)

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Parents

Father: Clayton Asher Goodsell (b. 23 April 1867, d. 26 May 1936)
Mother: Mary Daisy Blake (b. 20 December 1872, d. 31 May 1970)

Children with Floyd William Bombard (b. 3 August 1903, d. 28 February 1994)

Kendall Bombard+
Shirley Mae Bombard+ (b. 23 August 1935, d. 31 January 1993)

Biography

Jessie Eloise Goodsell was born on 18 December 1902 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
She married Floyd William Bombard on 13 August 1932.¹
In 1940 Floyd and Jessie adopted Shirley Mae Bombard.²
Floyd William Bombard and Jessie appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 123 Jackson Blvd, Harrison (now Terre Haute), Vigo County, Indiana, enumerated on 27 April 1940. They own their home with a reported value of $7,500.³
She died on 15 June 1999 in Lakeland, Florida, at age 96.¹

Other Information

Relationship: 8th cousin of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .
[S2536] Find A Grave: Norris Cemetery, Norris, Illinois, Shirley Mae Bombard Games, created by JKMartin, added Jul 2014, memorial number 133133741.
[S2521] 1940 US Federal Census, Harrison, Vigo County, Indiana, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Floyd W bombard head of household, roll T627_1104, enumeration district 84-59, page 61B .

Paul Henry Marcks¹

#34322, (1902-1982)

Pedigree Link

Children with Julia Eva Goodsell (b. 18 December 1902, d. 21 July 1990)

Robert C Marcks
Phyllis L Marcks

Biography

Paul Henry Marcks was born on 2 December 1902 in Illinois.¹
He completed four years of high school.²
He married Julia Eva Goodsell, daughter of Clayton Asher Goodsell and Mary Daisy Blake, on 19 June 1927 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
Paul Henry Marcks was a bank teller.¹
He and Julia appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 201 Church St, Harvard, McHenry County, Illinois, enumerated in April 1940. They own their home with a reported value of $3,500. Also living with the family were Esther Stahl age 35 grade school teacher and Mary Collins age 31 Jr high school civics teacher.²
He died on 5 April 1982 in Elk Horn, Wisconsin, at age 79.¹

Other Information

Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .
[S2065] 1940 US Federal Census, Harvard, McHenry County, Illinois, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Paul H Marcks head of household, roll unknown, enumeration district 56-13, page 15A .

Robert C Marcks¹

Sargent Lineage: Julia Eva Goodsell¹¹, Mary Daisy Blake¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34323

Pedigree Link

Parents

Father: Paul Henry Marcks (b. 2 December 1902, d. 5 April 1982)
Mother: Julia Eva Goodsell (b. 18 December 1902, d. 21 July 1990)

Relationship: 8th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2065] 1940 US Federal Census, Harvard, McHenry County, Illinois, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Paul H Marcks head of household, roll unknown, enumeration district 56-13, page 15A .

Phyllis L Marcks¹

Sargent Lineage: Julia Eva Goodsell¹¹, Mary Daisy Blake¹⁰, Louisa Marion Burditt⁹, Thomas⁸, George⁷, Thomas⁶, Thomas⁵, Thomas⁴, Mary Sargent³, Joseph², John¹, William⁰

#34324

Pedigree Link

Parents

Father: Paul Henry Marcks (b. 2 December 1902, d. 5 April 1982)
Mother: Julia Eva Goodsell (b. 18 December 1902, d. 21 July 1990)

Relationship: 8th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2065] 1940 US Federal Census, Harvard, McHenry County, Illinois, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Paul H Marcks head of household, roll unknown, enumeration district 56-13, page 15A .

Floyd William Bombard¹

#34325, (1903-1994)

Pedigree Link

Children with Jessie Eloise Goodsell (b. 18 December 1902, d. 15 June 1999)

Kendall Bombard+
Shirley Mae Bombard+ (b. 23 August 1935, d. 31 January 1993)

Biography

Floyd William Bombard was born on 3 August 1903 in Harvard, Illinois.¹
Father: William Bombard - Mother: Pearl Allen.¹
He married Jessie Eloise Goodsell, daughter of Clayton Asher Goodsell and Mary Daisy Blake, on 13 August 1932.¹
Floyd William Bombard was a traveling salesman for mimeograph machines.²
In 1940 Floyd and Jessie adopted Shirley Mae Bombard.³
He and Jessie appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 123 Jackson Blvd, Harrison (now Terre Haute), Vigo County, Indiana, enumerated on 27 April 1940. They own their home with a reported value of $7,500.²
He died on 28 February 1994 in Lakeland, Florida, at age 90.¹

Other Information

Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29

Citations

[S2662] Burdett, Andrew, family web site titled "Our Northern Roots", http://www.ournorthernroots.com/index.php, viewed Feb 2016 , .
[S2521] 1940 US Federal Census, Harrison, Vigo County, Indiana, digital image Ancestry, National Archives micropublication, Floyd W bombard head of household, roll T627_1104, enumeration district 84-59, page 61B .
[S2536] Find A Grave: Norris Cemetery, Norris, Illinois, Shirley Mae Bombard Games, created by JKMartin, added Jul 2014, memorial number 133133741.