Stephen Simpson Downing
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Mother: Katherine Leonard
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Steven Andrew Downing
Husband Steven Andrew Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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Mother: Diane Randazzo
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Susan Ellen Downing
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Father: Toliver Scripps Downing (1931-1996) 1
Mother: Frances Gelvin ( -1976) 1
Thomas Storey and Susan R. Downing
Husband Thomas Storey 1
Born: 22 Apr 1853 - Delaware 1
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Died: 26 May 1935 - Anthony, Harper Co., KS 1
Buried: - Forest Park, Anthony, Harper Co., KS 1
Father: Thomas Storey (1820-1899) 1
Mother: Sarah Chambers (1823-1899) 1
Marriage: 21 Oct 1880 - Baynesville, Sedgwick Co. KS 1
Wife Susan R. Downing 1
AKA: Susan R. Downing
Born: 29 Mar 1845 - Chester County, PA 1
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Died: After 1908
Buried: 19 Feb 1912 - Forest Park, Anthony, Harper Co., KS 1
Father: John Benjamin Downing (1817-1879)
Mother: Mary Couch Downing (1826-1905) 1
Noted events in her life were:
• Alt. Death 1, Anthony, Harper Co., KS, 18 Feb 1912
Children
1 F Carrie D. Storey 1
Born: 4 Sep 1882 - Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS 1
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Died: 28 Apr 1967 - Tulsa, Tulsa Co., OK 1
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Spouse: Thomas Adams Duncan (1887-1951) 1
Marr: 25 Mar 1916 1
2 M Clifford Storey 1
Born: Jun 1884 - Kansas 1
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Died: 23 Jul 1884 - Kansas 1
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3 F Ella Kate Storey 1
Born: 16 Oct 1885 - Kansas 1
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Died: 29 Aug 1963 - Anthony, Harper Co., KS 1
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Spouse: Herbert Henry Hoopes (1886-1930) 1
Marr: 17 Dec 1906 - Crystal Springs, KS 1
General Notes (Husband)
[Downing.ged]
Thomas Storey was the brother of John Storey, husband of Ella S. Downing. The sisters married brothers. The farms in Silver Creek Township were adjacent to each other. His death certificate (in files) shows a cause of death as kidney failure.
A short obituary appeared in the "Anthony Republican" on May 30, 1935:
"Thomas Storey, of Freeport; a resident of Harper county for many years, died Sunday, May 26, at the age of eighty-three years. Funeral services were held from the Gem Mortuary on Tuesday, May 28, with Rev. E. L. Duby officiating Interment was in Forest Park Cemetery." According to e-mail corespondent Phyllis (Storey) Harrison, Thomas was blind. He lost both eyes in a similar manner, but some years apart, by being hit by a nail or something while hammering.
An article from the Anthony Republican, dated July 16, 1914, lists Thomas Storey as a teacher in Harper county school district 29.
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[18401.ged]
Susan appears in the 1870 census with her family in East Nantmeal Twp. That census lists her occupation as "Dress maker". She also appears in the obituary for her brother, Benjamin Henry Downing, as "Mrs. Susan Storey, of Anthony, KS".[Downing.ged]
Susan appears in the 1870 census with her family in East Nantmeal Twp. That census lists her occupation as "Dress maker". She also appears in the obituary for her brother, Benjamin Henry Downing, as "Mrs. Susan Storey, of Anthony, KS". I have been unable to locate her in the Harper county census reports. On my 1999 Kansas trip, I found her listed in the records of Forest Park cemetery, Anthony, Harper co., with her husband, Thomas Storey. Thomas was the brother of John Storey, husband of Ella S. Downing. The two sisters married tw brothers. Photo of the gravesite was taken on May 3, 1999. An Obituary was located in the "Anthony Republican" dated February 23, 1912:
"Mrs. Thomas Storey, after years of suffering from dropsy and other troubles died suddenly at her home on North Jennings avenue (Anthony) Sunday morning. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church Monday afternoon by Rev. R. A. Dadisman; interment in Forest Park cemetery.
"Born Susan R. Downing in Chester county, PA, March 29, 1845, she removed with her family to near Bayneville, Sedgwick county, KS, in 1877, where she married Thomas Storey Oct. 21, 1881. Four children were born to them, two dyin in infancy, two daughters, Carrie D. Story and Mrs. Kate E. Hoopes, with the husband, survive her.
"They removed to Harper county near Freeport in 1885 where they lived until the removal to Anthony a few years ago. Mrs. Storey was converted to the Methodist faith in 1907, but her health has been so precarious she had not undertaken full fellowship." Susan's death certificate was obtained on August 17, 1999. It shows the cause of her death at age 66 as kidney failure. An interesting point: her younger sister, Ella, also died of kidney failure. The certificate shows her address as 710 N. Jennings, Anthony, Kansas, and the information on the certificate was provided by her daughter, Carrie. This certificate also provided me with the correct middle name of Susan's father, John Benjamin Downing. A long search ended!
General Notes for Child Carrie D. Storey
[Downing.ged]
Carrie Storey provided the needed information and signed the death certificat of her mother, Susan, in 1912. Carrie is also mentioned in the 1931 will of he aunt, Carrie Halstead Downing, as follows:
"To my beloved niece, Carrie D. Duncan, the sum of $500.00".
General Notes for Child Ella Kate Storey
[Downing.ged]
Has four sons, two of whom are still living (October, 1999), according to correspondent Phyllis (Storey) Harrison.
Sylvia Josephine Downing
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Wife Sylvia Josephine Downing 1
AKA: Sylvia Josephine Downing
Born: 25 Nov 1896 - Grant Co., OK
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Died: 16 Sep 1988 - Medford, Grant Co., OK 1
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Father: Thomas Ellsworth Downing (1868-1918)
Mother: Rosa Belle Stephenson (1871-1951)
Noted events in her life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Renfrow, Grant Co., OK, 25 Nov 1896
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[18401.ged]
Sylvia was located on the Social Security Death Index on June 20, 1998. Her social security number was 446-38-7808, issued between 1955 and 1956 in Oklahoma.
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Sylvia never married. Her boyfriekd was killed in the war. She lived on the homestead with her mother, Rosa, and brother, George O., until in the 1980's, and she moved in closed to Medford, OK." The 1920 census for Grant county lists her by her middle name, "Josephine".[Downing.ged]
Sylvia was located on the Social Security Death Index on June 20, 1998. Her social security number was 446-38-7808, issued between 1955 and 1956 in Oklahoma. Sent for ss record 2-15-99, obtained 4-29-99. It shows her living in Caldwell, Kansas, in November, 1955, and indicates "Unemployed".
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Sylvia never married. Her boyfriend was killed in the war. She lived on the homestead with her mother, Rosa, and brother, George O., until in the 1980's, and she moved in close to Medford, OK. The 1920 census for Grant county lists her by her middle name, "Josephine".
Terence Lee Downing
Husband Terence Lee Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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Terri Kay Downing
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Wife Terri Kay Downing 1
Born: 13 Jul 1945 1
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Died: 13 Jul 1945 1
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Father: Harold Paul Downing (1909-1958) 1
Mother: Garnet Greaves
Thomas Downing
Husband Thomas Downing 1
Born: 27 Mar 1803 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 11 Oct 1855 1
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Father: Thomas Downing (1759-1827) 1
Mother: Rebecca Starr (1760-1819) 1 2
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Thomas Downing and Mary Spackman
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 25 Jan 1773 - Newtown, Delaware Co, PA
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Died: 27 Aug 1811 - Baltimore, Baltimore Co., MD 1
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Father: Richard Downing ( Jr. ) (1750-1820) 1
Mother: Elizabeth Reese ( - ) 1
Marriage: 25 Dec 1794 - Wilmington Mm 1
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Downingtown, Chester Co., PA, 25 Jan 1773
Wife Mary Spackman 1
Born: 17 Mar 1776 - Of Wilmington, DE 1
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Died: Aug 1847 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
Buried: - Downingtown, Friends Meeting, PA 1
Father: George Spackman (1741-1798) 1
Mother: Thomazine Bond (1755-1782) 1
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1 F Thomazine Downing 1
Born: 4 Apr 1796 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 20 Jun 1877 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Spouse: John Webster (1803-1883) 1
Marr: 1 May 1830 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
2 M George Downing 1
Born: 10 Aug 1797 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 3 Aug 1872 - Wilmington, Newcastle Co., DE 1
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Spouse: Sarah Bailey (1797-1876) 1
Marr: 12 May 1824 - Londongrove, Chester Co., PA 1
3 F Elizabeth Downing 1
Born: 7 Dec 1798 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 12 Sep 1884 - Bellefonte, Centre Co., PA 1
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Spouse: Isaac Miller (1802-1881) 1
4 F Hester Downing 1
Born: 2 Apr 1800 1
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Died: 21 Mar 1878 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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5 F Mary Ann Downing 1
Born: 13 Jul 1804 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 25 Mar 1815 1
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6 M Richard Thomas Downing 1
Born: 9 Feb 1807 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 14 Jan 1885 1
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General Notes (Husband)
[Downing.ged]
Page 290, The Smedley Family: "He was sometimes designated on the records as Thomas R. Downing. His father, by will, 1820, gave to the children of Thomas, who was deceased, 301 acres of land in Bald Eagle Valley."
General Notes for Child Elizabeth Downing
[Downing.ged]
No children.
General Notes for Child Hester Downing
[Downing.ged]
Page 290, Smedley Family: "Unmarried".
General Notes for Child Richard Thomas Downing
[Downing.ged]
Page 290, The Smedley Family: "Unmarried".
Thomas Downing and Rebecca Starr
Husband Thomas Downing 2
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Marriage: 24 Apr 1781 2
Wife Rebecca Starr 1 2
AKA: Rebecca Starr
Born: Dec 1760 2
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Died: 15 Jul 1819 2
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Father: Moses Starr (1728-1786) 1 2
Mother: Sarah Harlan (1737-1815) 1 2
Other Spouse: Thomas Downing (1759-1827) 1 - 24 Apr 1782 - Lancaster Co., PA 1
Noted events in her life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, London Grove Twp, Chester Co., PA, Dec 1760
• Alt. Death 1, Centre Co., PA, 15 Jul 1819
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[Downing.ged]
Thomas had a second marriage after the death of Rebecca Starr, but all the children of this family were from Rebecca. Names and dates from PAF on the LDS website.
Thomas Downing
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 1809 - Berkeley, WV 1
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Died: 24 Mar 1877 - Henry, IA
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Father: John Downing (Abt 1783-1847) 1
Mother: Abagail White (Abt 1780- ) 1
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• Alt. Death 1, Henry, LA, 24 Mar 1877
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[18401.ged]
Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nadine shows wife Mary Jane ________.[Downing.ged]
Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nadine shows wife Mary Jane ________.
Thomas Downing
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 1845 1
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Thomas Downing served in the Civil War from November 25, 1863, to August 8, 1865. He enlisted at the age of 18 and was discharged at Atlanta, GA.[Downing.ged]
Thomas Downing served in the Civil War from November 25, 1863, to August 8, 1865. He enlisted at the age of 18 and was discharged at Atlanta, GA.
Thomas Downing
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 13 Dec 1743 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 12 Jun 1752 - Probably Uwchlan 1
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Father: Richard Downing (1719-1804) 1
Mother: Mary Edge (1721-1795) 1
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[Downing.ged]
Gregath book gives his birth year as 1744, not 1743.
Thomas Downing ( I )
Husband Thomas Downing ( I ) 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 7 Feb 1828
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Died: 20 Dec 1829 - (Aged 22 Months)
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Father: William S. Downing (1800-1875) 1
Mother: Thomazin C. Mason (1802-1882) 1
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• Alt. Birth 1, Lionville, Chester Co., PA, 7 Feb 1828
• Alt. Death 1, Lionville, Chester Co., PA, 20 Dec 1829
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[Downing.ged]
Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Ground, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
Thomas Downing
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 27 Mar 1717 - England 1
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Died: 19 Nov 1736
Buried: - Chester Co., PA 1
Father: Thomas Downing (1691-1772) 1
Mother: Thomazine Beer (Abt 1692-Abt 1754) 1
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• Alt. Death 1, Downingtown, Chester Co., PA, 19 Nov 1736
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[18401.ged]
Marriage Records of Goshen MTG in Society of Friends, Records of Chester County, PA, page 130. Film 309402 in Salt Lake City Genealogical Library.
One other source shows birth date as 17 Mar, not 27. Quaker records indicate birth in Concord Twp, Chester Co., PA, but other source indicate the first two born children were "probably born in England". The Bradninch, England, baptisms from the Devon Record Office show Thomas baptized on 9 Jun 1717. This would certainly indicate he was born in England.[Downing.ged]
Marriage Records of Goshen MTG in Society of Friends, Records of Chester County, PA, page 130. Film 309402 in Salt Lake City Genealogical Library. One other source shows birth date as 17 Mar, not 27. Quaker records indicate birth in Concord Twp, Chester Co., PA, but other source indicate the first two born children were "probably born in England". The Bradninch, England, baptisms from the Devon Record Office show Thomas baptized on 9 Jun 1717. This would certainly indicate he was born in England.
Thomas Downing and Rebecca Starr
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 25 Mar 1759 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Died: 26 Jun 1827
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Father: William Downing (1722-1788) 1
Mother: Ellen John (1718-1765) 1
Marriage: 24 Apr 1782 - Lancaster Co., PA 1
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Death 1, Chester Co., PA, 26 Jun 1827
Wife Rebecca Starr 1 2
AKA: Rebecca Starr
Born: Dec 1760 2
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Died: 15 Jul 1819 2
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Father: Moses Starr (1728-1786) 1 2
Mother: Sarah Harlan (1737-1815) 1 2
Other Spouse: Thomas Downing ( - ) 2 - 24 Apr 1781 2
Noted events in her life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, London Grove Twp, Chester Co., PA, Dec 1760
• Alt. Death 1, Centre Co., PA, 15 Jul 1819
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1 M Moses Downing 1
Born: 20 Jun 1783 - Chester Co., PA 1
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2 M William Downing 1
Born: 21 Jun 1785 - Chester Co., PA 1
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3 M Jeremian Downing 1
Born: 6 Jun 1787 - Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 15 Mar 1864 - Centre Co., PA 1
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4 M Samuel Downing 1
Born: 1 Nov 1789 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 3 May 1864 1
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5 F Sarah Downing 1
Born: 19 Jan 1792 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 18 Nov 1837 - Centre Co., PA 1
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6 F Hannah Downing 1
Born: 29 May 1794 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 18 Dec 1879 - Centre Co., PA 1
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7 F Margaret Downing 1
Born: 29 Apr 1797 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 1863 1
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8 F Rebecca Downing 1
Born: 15 Apr 1800 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 20 Apr 1850 1
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9 M Thomas Downing 1
Born: 27 Mar 1803 - Centre Co., PA 1
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Died: 11 Oct 1855 1
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10 M Jacob Downing 1
AKA: Jacob Downing
Born: 6 Jun 1807 - Bald Eagle Twp., Clinton Co., PA 1
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Died: 9 Jun 1862 - Centre Co., PA 1
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General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
Thomas had a second marriage after the death of Rebecca Starr, but all the children of this family were from Rebecca. Names and dates from PAF on the LDS website.
Thomas Downing
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 17 Jul 1836 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 2 Feb 1837 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
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Father: Thomas Downing Jr. (1802-1851) 1
Mother: Eleanor Mason (1805-1836) 1
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Thomas Downing and Sarah Smith
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 14 Oct 1758 - W. Caln Township, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 31 Oct 1829 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Father: Joseph Downing (1734-1804) 1
Mother: Mary Trimblet (1736-1807) 1
Marriage: 1784 1
Wife Sarah Smith 1
AKA: Sarah Smith
Born: 29 Nov 1765 1
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Died: 19 Nov 1835 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Father: George Smith (1739- ) 1
Mother: Elizabeth White (Abt 1743- )
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1 M George Downing 1
AKA: George Downing
Born: 10 Jan 1785 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 3 Apr 1853 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
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Spouse: Ann Denny (1786-1868) 1
Marr: 1809 1
2 M Joseph Downing 1
AKA: Joseph Downing
Born: 2 Sep 1786 - Near Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 8 Jun 1822 - Chester County, PA 1
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Spouse: Elizabeth Beidler (1794-1868) 1
Marr: 13 Jan 1813 - Chester County, PA 1
3 F Elizabeth D. Downing 1
AKA: Elizabeth D. Downing
Born: 3 Feb 1788 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 18 Dec 1858 1
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Spouse: Robert Valentine (1778-1817) 1
Marr: 23 Jun 1811 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
4 F Mary Ann Downing 1
AKA: Mary Ann Downing
Born: 3 Apr 1792 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 15 Feb 1824 1
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Spouse: Benjamin Hoopes (1779-1817) 1
Marr: 21 Nov 1811 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
5 F Thomazine Downing 1
AKA: Thomazine Downing
Born: 14 Feb 1794 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 18 Feb 1831 1
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Spouse: John Trimble (1788-1855) 1
Marr: 18 Dec 1817 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
6 M William S. Downing 1
AKA: William Smith Downing
Born: 5 Nov 1800 - Near Downingtown, Chester County, PA
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Died: 12 Aug 1875
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Spouse: Thomazin C. Mason (1802-1882) 1
Marr: 6 Feb 1825
7 M Thomas Downing Jr. 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 8 Nov 1802 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA
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Died: 28 Nov 1851
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Spouse: Eleanor Mason (1805-1836) 1
Spouse: Mary Lightfoot ( - ) 1
Marr: After 1836 - Chester Co., PA 1
8 F Sarah Downing 1
AKA: Sarah Downing
Born: 7 Jan 1805 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 29 Aug 1890 - E. Caln, Chester County, PA 1
Buried: - East Caln Friend, S Burial Ground 1
Spouse: Davis Hoopes (1796-1858) 1
Marr: 14 Apr 1827 - Chester Co., PA 1
General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
Pennsylvania index of biographies: Pennsylvania legislator. "Chester County and its People" notes Thomas' birthdate as 1756, not 1758.[Downing.ged]
Pennsylvania index of biographies: Pennsylvania legislator. "Chester County and its People" notes Thomas' birthdate as 1756, not 1758.
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
PAF located indicates marriage dissolved in divorce.
General Notes for Child George Downing
[18401.ged]
"Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families", page 740: "They resided in Upper Uwchlan, where he owned a farm."
The following notice appeared in the "Register and Examiner" of West Chester, PA:
"April 9, 1853: Died -- In Uwchlan Township on Sunday morning the 3rd inst., George Downing, in the 68th year of his age. The deceased retired on the evening previous as well as usual. He coughed in the night, turned over, and his wife hearing him breathe heavily, arose, lit a candle, and returned to him; when she found him his spirit fled. The deceased was widely and universally esteemed and the deep feeling of regret at his loss will not be confied to his family and neighborhood, but he experienced wherever he was known."
George appears in the 1850 census for Chester County. He is listed as a farmer, with worth of $14,000. Ellen Brown (B) is listed as a servant.[Downing.ged]
"Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families", page 740: "They resided in Upper Uwchlan, where he owned a farm." The following notice appeared in the "Register and Examiner" of West Chester, PA: "April 9, 1853: Died -- In Uwchlan Township on Sunday morning the 3rd inst. George Downing, in the 68th year of his age. The deceased retired on the evening previous as well as usual. He coughed in the night, turned over, and his wife hearing him breathe heavily, arose, lit a candle, and returned to him when she found him his spirit fled. The deceased was widely and universally esteemed and the deep feeling of regret at his loss will not be confied to his family and neighborhood, but he experienced wherever he was known."
A similar obituary appeared in the "Village Record", April 5, 1853. George appears in the 1850 census for Chester County. He is listed as a farmer, with worth of $14,000. Ellen Brown (B) is listed as a servant.
General Notes for Child Joseph Downing
[18401.ged]
Sources: "Biedler Family History", page 260, family records of Leo Bringhurst, Toquerville, Utah
"Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families", page 741: "they removed to Nauvoo, Illinois, but this must have been long after Joseph's death."[Downing.ged]
Sources: "Biedler Family History", page 260, family records of Leo Bringhurst, Toquerville, Utah "Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families", page 741: "they removed to Nauvoo, Illinois, but this must have been long after Joseph's death." Little has been discovered about Joseph, probably compounded by his rather young death at the age of 35 years. His death in 1822 precluded the establishment of the Latter Day Saints, thus he likely died with his Quaker faith unchanged.
General Notes for Child Mary Ann Downing
[Downing.ged]
"Abstract of Wills and Administrations, Chester County, PA", Page 652, ref. 7474: "MARY ANN HOOPES, Uwchlan
1-13-1824: March 12, 1824. To my mother, Sarah Downing, my hackney mare, chair, and harness.
To my niece Mary Ann, dau. of my brother Joseph Downing, $100 at 18 with rev to her sister Hannah.
To my two daus. Jane and Sarah Hoopes, all remainder of my estate with rev. in case of their death under 18 to my 3 sisters, viz. Elizabeth D. Valentine, Thomazine Trimble, and Sarah Downing.
Exr. Bro George Downing, who is also guardians of children.
Wits John Beitler, Mordecai Lee."
General Notes for Child Thomazine Downing
[18401.ged]
They resided at the homestead of husband John in West Whiteland, and in additio to farming, operated grist and saw mills. (page 280, The Smedley Family)[Downing.ged]
They resided at the homestead of husband John in West Whiteland, and in additio to farming, operated grist and saw mills. (page 280, The Smedley Family)
General Notes for Child William S. Downing
[18401.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families, page 741: "He was a farmer near Lionville (PA), where he owned a farm of 200 acres."
1850 Census, Uwchlan, Chester County, PA: William S. Downing 49 Farmer $1,630 in worth.[Downing.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families, page 741: "He was a farmer near Lionville (PA), where he owned a farm of 200 acres." 1850 Census, Uwchlan, Chester County, PA: William S. Downing 49 Farmer $1,630 in worth. VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, February 9, 1825: "Marriage On Sunday evening the 6th inst. by Samuel Miller, Esq., Mr. William Downing, to Miss Thomazine Mason, both of Uwchlan township, Chester county." Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Ground, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
General Notes for Child Thomas Downing Jr.
[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, December 1, 1851: "Death Notice At his residence in Uwchlan township, on the 28th ult., Thomas Downing, aged about 55 years."
General Notes for Child Sarah Downing
[18401.ged]
The website for Chester County Cemeteries Search shows the following listing for Sarah Downing:
Downing, Sarah B 1805 D 1890 Spouse: Davis Hoopes Parents: Thomas Downing, Sarah Smith Buried in the East Caln Friends Burial Ground, E. Caln, Chester Co., PA.[Downing.ged]
The website for Chester County Cemeteries Search shows the following listing fo Sarah Downing: Downing, Sarah B 1805 D 1890 Spouse: Davis Hoopes
Parents: Thomas Downing, Sarah Smith Buried in the East Caln Friends Burial Ground, E. Caln, Chester Co., PA.
Thomas Downing and Mary Whelen
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas G. Downing
Born: 20 Feb 1810 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 14 Mar 1890
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Father: George Downing (1785-1853) 1
Mother: Ann Denny (1786-1868) 1
Marriage: 15 Oct 1835 - Chester Co., PA 1
Other Spouse: Mary Norris ( - ) 1
Other Spouse: Julia Bastian ( - ) 1 - 1844
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Death 1, Muncy, Lycoming Co., PA, 14 Mar 1890
Wife Mary Whelen 1
Born:
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General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
Thomas removed from Chester County, PA, and resided at Muncy, Lycoming County, PA, where all were buried.[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, October 18, 1835: "Marriage On the 15th inst. by John T. Denny Esq. Mr. Thomas G. Downing, of Franklin township, Lycoming county, to Miss Mary Wheelen, of Uwchlan township, Chester county." (Second Marriage) VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, March 4, 1845: "Marriage in Fairfield township, Lycoming county, on the 20th ult., by the Rev. George Parsons, Mr. Thomas Downing, of Chester county, to Miss Julia Ann Bastian, daughter of Mr. Peter Bastian, of the former place." Thomas removed from Chester County, PA, and resided at Muncy, Lycoming County, PA, where all were buried.
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, October 28, 1835: "Marriage On the 15th inst. by John T. Denny Esq. Mr. Thomas G. Downing of Franklin township, Lycoming county, to Miss Mary Wheelen, of Uwchlan township, Chester county."
Thomas Downing and Mary Norris
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas G. Downing
Born: 20 Feb 1810 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
Christened:
Died: 14 Mar 1890
Buried:
Father: George Downing (1785-1853) 1
Mother: Ann Denny (1786-1868) 1
Marriage:
Other Spouse: Mary Whelen ( - ) 1 - 15 Oct 1835 - Chester Co., PA 1
Other Spouse: Julia Bastian ( - ) 1 - 1844
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Death 1, Muncy, Lycoming Co., PA, 14 Mar 1890
Wife Mary Norris 1
AKA: Mary Norris
Born:
Christened:
Died:
Buried:
Children
1 M William M. Downing 1
Born: 15 Oct 1866 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
Christened:
Died:
Buried:
General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
Thomas removed from Chester County, PA, and resided at Muncy, Lycoming County, PA, where all were buried.[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, October 18, 1835: "Marriage On the 15th inst. by John T. Denny Esq. Mr. Thomas G. Downing, of Franklin township, Lycoming county, to Miss Mary Wheelen, of Uwchlan township, Chester county." (Second Marriage) VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, March 4, 1845: "Marriage in Fairfield township, Lycoming county, on the 20th ult., by the Rev. George Parsons, Mr. Thomas Downing, of Chester county, to Miss Julia Ann Bastian, daughter of Mr. Peter Bastian, of the former place." Thomas removed from Chester County, PA, and resided at Muncy, Lycoming County, PA, where all were buried.
Thomas Downing and Ellen John
Husband Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 14 Dec 1691 - Bradninch, Devon, England 1
Christened:
Died: 15 Jan 1772 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
Buried:
Father: Thomas Downing (Abt 1660-1739) 1
Mother: Grace Andrew (Abt 1663-1716) 1
Marriage:
Other Spouse: Thomazine Beer (Abt 1692-Abt 1754) 1 - Abt 1714
Other Spouse: Jane Albin ( -1759) 1 - 15 Dec 1756 - Uwchlan Twp., Chester Co., PA 1
Wife Ellen John 1
Born:
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Died:
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General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
"Biographies of Chester County Residents before 1790" Gives date of birth as 14 Dec 1691 States, "Founded Downingtown (PA), c. 1735
"A Corner in Ancestors", by Eleanor Lexington, Copyright by McClure Syndication "One immigrant came from Devonshire. He was Thomas Downing, and a member of the Society of Friends. Pennsylvania was naturally the place he chose for a home. Downingtown is the name of the town he helped settle, and the old homestead still stands" (Newspaper article, c. 1940)
"The Devonshire Downings" prepared by John Perot, Ardmore, PA, put together fro the entries in the parish records of Bradninch, Devonshire, England, in 1901 an 1903: "Thomas Downing, son of Thomas Downing, born December 14, 1691, and was baptized January 6, 1691/2, at Bradninch. The Bradninch records show that a Thomas Downing married Judeth Bending on 2 Jun 1717. Judeth, wife of Thomas Downing, was buried 26 Jan 1723. According to the Downingtown records, 'his first wife was said to have been named Ellen, and his second Tomazine, who was perhaps the mother to all his children. On Dec 1756 he married Jane Alborne (o Albin).' There seems to be some error here, unless he had two wives before Tomazine; Ellen and Judeth. Thomas Downing came to Pennsylvania before 1718, where he was taxed in Concord township from 1718 to 1732; later moving to Downingtown, where he died age 81. The Downingtown records says that two of hi children were born in England and the Bradninch recoreds show the births of a Thomasine (1715) and Thomas (1717)."
Notes of contributor Sandra K. Farney: "He was a founder of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, a Welsh settlement. He settled on the east branch of Brandywine Creek and was a farmer, miller, and merchant. He was a Friend (Quaker) and was a member of the Falls, Birmingham, Wilmington, & Baltimore Friends Meetings."
From "History of Chester County", page 525: "There is reason to think that while in concord he operated a mill belonging to Nathaniel Newlin, and he and his descendants continued to be mill-owners at Downingtown for several generations."[Downing.ged]
"Biographies of Chester County Residents before 1790"
Gives date of birth as 14 Dec 1691
States, "Founded Downingtown (PA), c. 1735 "A Corner in Ancestors", by Eleanor Lexington, Copyright by McClure Syndication
"One immigrant came from Devonshire. He was Thomas Downing, and a member of the Society of Friends. Pennsylvania was naturally the place he chose for a home. Downingtown is the name of the town he helped settle, and the old homestead still stands" (Newspaper article, c. 1940) "The Devonshire Downings" prepared by John Perot, Ardmore, PA, put together fro the entries in the parish records of Bradninch, Devonshire, England, in 1901 an 1903:
"Thomas Downing, son of Thomas Downing, born December 14, 1691, and was baptized January 6, 1691/2, at Bradninch. The Bradninch records show that a Thomas Downing married Judeth Bending on 2 Jun 1717. Judeth, wife of Thomas Downing, was buried 26 Jan 1723. According to the Downingtown records, 'his first wife was said to have been named Ellen, and his second Tomazine, who was perhaps the mother to all his children. On Dec 1756 he married Jane Alborne (o Albin).' There seems to be some error here, unless he had two wives before Tomazine; Ellen and Judeth. Thomas Downing came to Pennsylvania before 1718, where he was taxed in Concord township from 1718 to 1732; later moving to Downingtown, where he died age 81. The Downingtown records says that two of hi children were born in England and the Bradninch recoreds show the births of a Thomasine (1715) and Thomas (1717)." Notes of contributor Sandra K. Farney: "He was a founder of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, a Welsh settlement. He settled on the east branch of Brandywine Creek and was a farmer, miller, and merchant. He was a Friend (Quaker) and was a member of the Falls, Birmingham, Wilmington, & Baltimore Friends Meetings." From "History of Chester County", page 525: "There is reason to think that while in concord he operated a mill belonging to Nathaniel Newlin, and he and his descendants continued to be mill-owners at Downingtown for several generations."
Thomas Downing Jr. and Eleanor Mason
Husband Thomas Downing Jr. 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 8 Nov 1802 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA
Christened:
Died: 28 Nov 1851
Buried:
Father: Thomas Downing (1758-1829) 1
Mother: Sarah Smith (1765-1835) 1
Marriage:
Other Spouse: Mary Lightfoot ( - ) 1 - After 1836 - Chester Co., PA 1
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Downingtown, Chester Co., PA, 8 Nov 1802
• Alt. Death 1, Uwchlan, Chester Co., PA, 28 Nov 1851
Wife Eleanor Mason 1
AKA: Eleanor Mason
Born: 16 Jul 1805 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA
Christened:
Died: 20 Aug 1836
Buried:
Noted events in her life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Uwchlan Twp., Chester Co., PA, 16 Jul 1805
• Alt. Death 1, Uwchlan Twp., Chester Co., PA, 20 Aug 1836
Children
1 M Robert Valentine Downing 1
AKA: Robert Valentine Downing
Born: 9 Jul 1825 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Christened:
Died: 20 Aug 1836 1
Buried:
2 M Benjamin Mason Downing
Born: 16 Dec 1827 - Uwchlan, Chester Co., PA
Christened:
Died: 9 Oct 1905 - Brashear, Adair Co., MO
Buried: - Brashear Cem., Brashear, Adair Co., MO 1
Spouse: Anna Gertrude Cruse (1848-1936) 1
Marr: 14 Oct 1865 - Carthage, Hancock Co., IL 1
3 F Jane Hoopes Downing 1
AKA: Jane Hoopes Downing
Born: 23 Nov 1830 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Christened:
Died: 8 Sep 1836 1
Buried:
4 M Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 17 Jul 1836 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Christened:
Died: 2 Feb 1837 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Buried:
General Notes (Husband)
[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, December 1, 1851: "Death Notice At his residence in Uwchlan township, on the 28th ult., Thomas Downing, aged about 55 years."
General Notes (Wife)
[18401.ged]
Based on data from Tom Downing, North Carolina, I note: Eleanor died on August 20, 1836. Her oldest child, Robert Valentine Downing, died on the same date, and third child Jane Hoopes Downing died on September 8, 1836, 18 days later. It would appear that the family met with some terrible tragedy.[Downing.ged]
Eleanor died on August 20, 1836. Her oldest child, Robert Valentine Downing, died on the same date, and third child Jane Hoopes Downing died on September 8, 1836, 16 days later. Son thomas (infant) died early the next year. It would appear that the family met with some terrible tragedy or illness.
General Notes for Child Robert Valentine Downing
[18401.ged]
Died on the same date as his mother. See notes under Eleanor Mason.[Downing.ged]
Died on the same date as his mother. See notes under Eleanor Mason.
General Notes for Child Benjamin Mason Downing
[18401.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families, page 813: "He removed to Adair County, Missouri, where he farmed for 45 years. He then retired to Brashear, same county, where he died, and Anne continues."[Downing.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families, page 813: "He removed to Adair County, Missouri, where he farmed for 45 years. He then retired to Brashear, same county, where he died, and Anne continues." (Anne died in 1936)
General Notes for Child Jane Hoopes Downing
[18401.ged]
Here's an interesting mystery. Eleanor Mason, wife of Thomas Downing, Jr., died at the age of 31 on August 20, 1836. Her son, Robert Valentine Downing, age 11, died on the same date. And her daughter, Jane Hoops Downing, not quite six years old, died 18 days later on September 8, 1836. The deaths occurred in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It would be difficult to place these deaths in the category of natural causes. The father, Thomas Downing, survived whatever befell this family, living another 15 years until 1851.
Let your imagination solve the mystery.[Downing.ged]
Here's an interesting mystery. Eleanor Mason, wife of Thomas Downing, Jr., died at the age of 31 on August 20, 1836. Her son, Robert Valentine Downing, age 11, died on the same date. And her daughter, Jane Hoops Downing, not quite six years old, died 18 days later on September 8, 1836. The deaths occurred in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It would be difficult to place these deaths in the category of natural causes. The father, Thomas Downing, survived whatever befell this family, living another 15 years until 1851. Let your imagination solve the mystery.
Thomas Downing Jr. and Mary Lightfoot
Husband Thomas Downing Jr. 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 8 Nov 1802 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA
Christened:
Died: 28 Nov 1851
Buried:
Father: Thomas Downing (1758-1829) 1
Mother: Sarah Smith (1765-1835) 1
Marriage: After 1836 - Chester Co., PA 1
Other Spouse: Eleanor Mason (1805-1836) 1
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Downingtown, Chester Co., PA, 8 Nov 1802
• Alt. Death 1, Uwchlan, Chester Co., PA, 28 Nov 1851
Wife Mary Lightfoot 1
Born:
Christened:
Died:
Buried:
Children
1 M William H. Downing 1
Born: - PR. Lionville, Chester Co., PA 1
Christened:
Died: 10 May 1864 - Spottsylvania, VA (Kia) 1
Buried:
2 M Joseph B. Downing 1
Born: 14 Nov 1843 - Lionville, Chester Co., PA 1
Christened:
Died: 6 Jun 1917 - Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA 1
Buried:
Spouse: Harriet I. Magruder ( -1908) 1
Marr: 23 Jun 1864 1
Spouse: Susan S. Smith ( -After 1917) 1
Marr: 23 Dec 1909 - Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA 1
General Notes (Husband)
[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, December 1, 1851: "Death Notice At his residence in Uwchlan township, on the 28th ult., Thomas Downing, aged about 55 years."
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
One other child of this marriage; see notes under William H. Downing, son.
General Notes for Child William H. Downing
[Downing.ged]
William was 20 when he enlisted in the 49th PA volunteers in 1862. He was killed in action on May 10, 1864, at the battle for the Spottsylvania, VA. Cour House. The Service file for his brother, Joseph B. Downing, contains the following letter: Hea Quarters, 49th Pa. Vols.
January 9th, 1865 General
I very respectfully ask for a Leave of Absence for (15) fifteen days for the purpose of visiting my family. My wife is sick, and having lost a brother at Spottsylvania Court House on May 10, 1864, my mother is very anxious to see me, I , being the only boy left to her, except a small one who is crippled.
I am, General, very Respectfully
Your Obedient Servant
J B. Downing
1s Lieut & Adjt. 49th Brig. General S. Williams Asst Adjt Genl
General Notes for Child Joseph B. Downing
[Downing.ged]
Joseph B. Downing served during the Civil War in the same regiment as his cousin, Benjamin H. Downing (49th PA Volunteers). He mustered out in 1865 at the end of the war with the Brevet rank of Captain. His Civil War records and pension records are in the file. Joseph B. Downing had no children by either wife.
Sarah Jacobs and Thomas Downing
Husband Sarah Jacobs 1
AKA: Sarah Jacobs
Born:
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Died:
Buried:
Marriage:
Wife Thomas Downing 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 4 Jan 1753 1
Christened:
Died: Abt 1815 - East Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
Buried:
Father: John Downing (1720-1796) 1
Mother: Elizabeth Hunt (1730- ) 1
General Notes (Husband)
[Downing.ged]
From the Uwchlan MM film 389401: "Sarah Downing, formerly Jacobs, complained of for a marriage before a justic to one not a member, 5/6/1779, testimony not produced against Sarah Downing, wh is reported to be Tender. 6/10/1779 testimony signed against her and read 9/9/1779" (Note: quaker dates)
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
The abstract of wills for Chester County, PA, shows #6138 for Thomas Downing, of East Caln, Chester co., with provisions for what I believe is his family. Pending confirmation, data not entered, but the will is as follows: Previues for wife SARAH. To my son JOHN one acre of land bounded on south 8 per by Turnpike road; beint with what he has received his share of estate. To my 3 daus. ELIZABETH and HANNAH Downing and SARAH, wife of Jacob Lindley, rem. of personal est.
To daus ELIZABETH and HANNAH all my land on west side of Forge road adj. Richard Downing and Brandywine Creek.
To son ISRAEL rem of farm whereon I dwell; also saw-mill and yard.
Exrs. Wife SARAH, sons JOHN & ISRAEL Downing (Letters to sons)) Wits. Samuel Baldwin, Hunt Downing.
Thomas D. Downing
Husband Thomas D. Downing (details suppressed for this person)
Born:
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Died:
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Father: John Bastian Downing (1848-1915) 1
Mother: Lavina Insico Dykens ( - ) 1
Marriage:
Wife (details suppressed for this person)
Born:
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Died:
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Thomas Ellsworth Downing and Rosa Belle Stephenson
Husband Thomas Ellsworth Downing
Born: 17 Nov 1868 - West Chester, Chester County, PA
Christened:
Died: 19 Dec 1918 - Hickory Twp., Grant Co., OK 1
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Father: John Benjamin Downing (1817-1879)
Mother: Mary Couch Downing (1826-1905) 1
Marriage: 13 Apr 1891 - Harper Co., KS 1
Wife Rosa Belle Stephenson
Born: 23 Aug 1871 - Jackson Co., KS 1
Christened:
Died: 28 Feb 1951 - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Father: Frank Stephenson ( - ) 1
Mother: Emma Easterly ( - ) 1
Children
1 M Ralph Leo Downing 1
AKA: Ralph Leo Downing
Born: 27 Jul 1891 - Kansas
Christened:
Died: 9 Feb 1959
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Spouse: Mary Mahala Angle (1899-1958) 1
Marr: 10 Jul 1917 1
2 M George Olaf Downing 1
AKA: George Olaf Downing
Born: 25 Dec 1892 - Kansas 1
Christened:
Died: 27 Nov 1956
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
3 F Susan Storey Downing 1
AKA: Susan Storey Downing
Born: 27 Jan 1895 - Grant Co. OK 1
Christened:
Died: Feb 1972 - Medford, Grant Co., OK
Buried: - Rosemound Cem, Medford, OK 1
Spouse: William Lemuel Arterburn (1893-1966) 1
4 F Sylvia Josephine Downing 1
AKA: Sylvia Josephine Downing
Born: 25 Nov 1896 - Grant Co., OK
Christened:
Died: 16 Sep 1988 - Medford, Grant Co., OK 1
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
5 F Francis Belmont Downing
Born: 13 May 1899 - Grant Co., OK
Christened:
Died: Oct 1979 - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS
Buried:
6 F Ruth Naomia Downing 1
AKA: Ruth Naomia Downing
Born: 9 Feb 1901 - Grant County, OK 1
Christened:
Died: 21 Oct 1989 - Newkirk, OK 1
Buried:
Spouse: Stanley Simanek (living)
7 F Mabel Carrie Downing
Born: 2 Dec 1902 - Grant County, OK 1
Christened:
Died: Oct 1980 - Enid, Garfield Co., OK 1
Buried: - Enid Cem., Enid, Garfield Co., OK 1
Spouse: Clarence William Best (living)
8 M Harley Ellsworth Downing
Born: 2 Oct 1904 - Grant County, OK 1
Christened:
Died: 19 Oct 1958 - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Buried: - Caldwell Cem, Caldwell, KS
Spouse: Maybelle Ethel Cupp (1904-1998) 1
Marr: Abt 1925
9 M Francis Bellmont Downing 1
Born: 13 May 1899 - Renfrow, Grant Co., OK 1
Christened:
Died: 10 Oct 1979 - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Buried: - Caldwell, Sumner Co., KS 1
Spouse: Rosa Elsie Kottas (1900-1994) 1
Marr: 17 Sep 1919 1
General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families, page 940: Address: Renfrew, Oklahoma
Thomas E. Downing has his name engraved on the Pioneer settlers monument in Medford,Grant county, Oklahoma. He was in the 1893 land rush on the Cherokee strip. On May 3, 1998, I visited the monument in Medford; the photos are in th media file for Thomas Ellsworth Downing. His name is on top of a column on the back of the monument.
In the Last Will and Testament of his sister, Carrie Halstead Downing, she states: "Seventh:- I hereby direct that $50.00 be paid out of my estate for the erectio of a marker at the grave of my beloved brother, Thomas E. Downing, in the Caldwell Cemetery, and I desire that said marker be erected within one year after my decease." As the will was dated 1931, this confirms that Thomas died prior to that year.
I have not been able to find the cemetery indicated. There is no "Caldwell Cemetery". There are, however, two cemeteries near Caldwell; the Alton and the Doster. It is probable that Thomas is buried in one of these two cemeteries. The 1908 obituary of his brother, Benjamin, in The Wichita Daily Eagle, states, "Thomas Downing, of Caldwell, KS."
The data on the wife and children of Thomas were determined from the 1900 and 1910 U.S. Census for Hickory Township, Grant county, Oklahoma. Copy of both in files. This data was later refined in correspondence with Bertha Downing, of Medford, OK.
The Thomas Downing farm was in the north part of Grant County; the west half of 20-29-5; land they staked in the run of 1893. Thomas died of influenza in the great influenza outbreak following World War I, which killed millions world-wide.[Downing.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families, page 940: "Address: Renfrew, Oklahoma" Marriage record found in Harper county, KS, files. Thomas E. Downing has his name engraved on the Pioneer settlers monument in Medford, Grant county, Oklahoma. He was in the 1893 land rush on the Cherokee strip. On May 3, 1998, I visited the monument in Medford; the photos are in th media file for Thomas Ellsworth Downing. His name is on top of a column on the back of the monument. In the Last Will and Testament of his sister, Carrie Halstead Downing, she states: "Seventh:- I hereby direct that $50.00 be paid out of my estate for the erectio of a marker at the grave of my beloved brother, Thomas E. Downing, in the Caldwell Cemetery, and I desire that said marker be erected within one year after my decease." The gravesite of Thomas and his wife, with many of their children, was visited by me on May 2, 1999, at the Caldwell cemetery, north of Caldwell, Sumner county, Kansas. The 1908 obituary of his brother, Benjamin, in The Wichita Daily Eagle, states, "Thomas Downing, of Caldwell, KS." The data on the wife and children of Thomas were determined from the 1900 and 1910 U.S. Census for Hickory Township, Grant county, Oklahoma. Copy of both in files. This data was later refined in correspondence with Bertha Downing, of Medford, OK. Bertha also provided me with a family photograph taken in 1915. Further data and photos were provided by Elwanda (Downing) Fortmeyer, of Caldwell, Kansas, in January, 2000, granddaughter of Thomas Downing. The Thomas Downing farm was in the north part of Grant County; the west half of 20-29-5; land they staked in the Cherokee Strip run of 1893. Thomas died of influenza in the great influenza outbreak following World War I, which killed millions world-wide. Death certificate obtained 11-18-2000 from the State of Oklahoma, in files.
General Notes (Wife)
[18401.ged]
All information on Rosa and the children of Rosa and Thomas were initially obtained in the 1900 and 1910 U.S. Census for Hickory Township, Grant county, OK. The census states that Rosa's parents were both born in Ohio, but the 1910 census shows her father born in Ohio and her mother in Iowa.
Subsequent specific information on names, birth dates, and places was provided by Bertha Downing, of Medford, OK, following correspondence, as were the photographs provided by her.
After Thomas' death in 1918 of influenza, the 1920 census shows her living o the family farm with the following children: George, (Sylvia) Josephine, Ruth Mabel, and Harley.[Downing.ged]
All information on Rosa and the children of Rosa and Thomas were initially obtained in the 1900 and 1910 U.S. Census for Hickory Township, Grant county, OK. The census states that Rosa's parents were both born in Ohio, but the 1910 census shows her father born in Ohio and her mother in Iowa. Subsequent specific information on names, birth dates, and places were provided by Bertha Downing, of Medford, OK, and Elwanda (Downing) Fortmeyer, of Caldwell, KS, following correspondence, as were the photographs provided by them. After Thomas' death in 1918 of influenza, the 1920 census shows her living o the family farm with the following children: George, (Sylvia) Josephine, Ruth Mabel, and Harley. Kansas death certificate obtained November 1, 2000. Provided the names of Rosa's parents.
General Notes for Child Ralph Leo Downing
[18401.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "ElWanda Fortmeyer could give you name of one of his children. Her number i 316 845 6681; 512 S. Osage, Caldwell, KS 67022."[Downing.ged]
Information obtained January, 2000, from Elwanda (Downing) Fortmeyer, indicates the following descendants of Ralph Leo Downing: Clarence Vernon Downing, 2011 Pattie Street, Wichita, KS 67037 Ann Downing Joy, 14986 SW 30th Street, Benton, KS 67017 White Upholstery, Linda Downing White (granddaughter of Ralph), 204 N. Osage, Argonia, KS. According to the obituary of his younger brother, Harley, Ralph was living at 356 Wabash Street, Wichita, in 1958.
General Notes for Child George Olaf Downing
[18401.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK (Wife of Ellsworth B. Downing): "George served in the U.S. Army from July 23, 1918, to November 30, 1918, when he received honorable discharge from Camp Pike, Arkansas. From then he lived o home place with his dad, who died with the flu two weeks later. He farmed whea all his life."
Did not marry.[Downing.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK (Wife of Ellsworth B. Downing): "George served in the U.S. Army from July 23, 1918, to November 30, 1918, when he received honorable discharge from Camp Pike, Arkansas. From then he lived a home with his dad, who died with the flu two weeks later. He farmed wheat all his life." Did not marry. His grave was visited by me on May 2, 1999. Photo in files.
General Notes for Child Susan Storey Downing
[18401.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Lester Arterburn, 130 N. Keystone Dr., Enid, OK, 73703, is one of her children".
Susan Storey (Arterburn) Downing was found on the Social Security Death Index on 7/19/98. SS No. 443-16-4631[Downing.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Lester Arterburn, 130 N. Keystone Dr., Enid, OK, 73703, is one of her children". Susan Storey (Arterburn) Downing was found on the Social Security Death Index on 7/19/98. SS No. 443-16-4631
General Notes for Child Sylvia Josephine Downing
[18401.ged]
Sylvia was located on the Social Security Death Index on June 20, 1998. Her social security number was 446-38-7808, issued between 1955 and 1956 in Oklahoma.
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Sylvia never married. Her boyfriekd was killed in the war. She lived on the homestead with her mother, Rosa, and brother, George O., until in the 1980's, and she moved in closed to Medford, OK." The 1920 census for Grant county lists her by her middle name, "Josephine".[Downing.ged]
Sylvia was located on the Social Security Death Index on June 20, 1998. Her social security number was 446-38-7808, issued between 1955 and 1956 in Oklahoma. Sent for ss record 2-15-99, obtained 4-29-99. It shows her living in Caldwell, Kansas, in November, 1955, and indicates "Unemployed".
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Sylvia never married. Her boyfriend was killed in the war. She lived on the homestead with her mother, Rosa, and brother, George O., until in the 1980's, and she moved in close to Medford, OK. The 1920 census for Grant county lists her by her middle name, "Josephine".
General Notes for Child Francis Belmont Downing
[18401.ged]
Francis was found on the Social Security Death Index computer file on June 20 1998. Her social security number, issued in 1955, was 444-38-3204, issued in Oklahoma
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "ElWanda Fortmeyer is a daughter, and she is at 512 S. Osage, Caldwell, KS 67022 (316) 845-6681."
General Notes for Child Ruth Naomia Downing
[18401.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "She married a Simanek, and Eva Lea Gardner is one of her children. 205 W. Emporia, Ponca City, OK 74601."
Ruth was found on the Social Security Death Index on 7-19-98. SS# 442-52-2834.[Downing.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK:
"She married a Simanek, and Eva Lea Gardner is one of her children. 205 W. Emporia, Ponca City, OK 74601." Ruth was found on the Social Security Death Index on 7-19-98. SS# 442-52-2834. According to the obituary of her brother, Harley, she was living in Uncas, Oklahoma, in 1958. Family files from Marilyn (Downing) Grissom provided a short typewritten oral essay from Ruth as to what she knew of the family. The words of Ruth Naomia Downing, with identifying names in brackets entered by me: "I know that grandma and grandpa {John and Mary Downing} lived in Philadelphia. They moved to Kansas around Freeport and Anthony. My Dad {Thoma Ellsworth Downing} was six years old. All I know is what my mother {Rosa Belle Stephenson Downing} told me. She never told me anything about grandpa {John Downing}. But grandma {Mary Downing} was here. I saw her once, but I was smal and all I remember about her is she was a small woman. They owned a store of some kind.
"There were five girls: Aunt Ell {Sarah Ella Downing Storey}, Sue {Susan Downing Storey}, Phine {Josephine Downing Glessner} and Carrie {Carrie Halstead Downing}, or Kad, as we all knew her. Aunt Ida {Julia Ida Downing Lamb} lived up north in Michigan or some of those states. I knew the other four and saw the many times. Then there was Uncle Frank {?}, Joe {Joseph R. Downing} and I thin two older that I don't remember anything about them. There was Uncle George {George W. Downing}, Uncle Win {Winfield Scott Downing}. I saw them many times and my Dad, Thomas {Thomas Ellsworth Downing}. That would be seven boys.
"The ones who made "the run" {the 1893 land run into the Cherokee Strip of Oklahoma} was Aunt Kad, Uncle George, Uncle Win, and my Dad. They each homesteaded a quarter of land in a plot {quarter-section would be 160 acres}. Two on one side and other two just opposite. Uncle sold his quarter and went back to Wichita.
"My Dad bought Aunt Kad's and Uncle George's and is still in the family. Johnny {?} takes care of it and my nephews farm it. My youngest brother {Harle Downing} got the home place. Some of our family has always farmed Uncle George's place. He always came and stayed with us during threshing. Sometimes Aunt Olive {Olive Alpha Martin Downing, George's wife} and the kid {?} would come."
General Notes for Child Mabel Carrie Downing
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From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Married A. Best, and Eldon Best is one of her children. 1710 N. Quincy, Enid, OK 73701."
Mabel Carrie Best was located on the Social Security Death Index 7-19-98 giving her date of death. SS no was 445-44-2818.[Downing.ged]
From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Married a "Best", and Eldon Best is one of her children. 1710 N. Quincy, Enid, OK 73701." Mabel Carrie Best was located on the Social Security Death Index 7-19-98 giving her date of death. SS no was 445-44-2818. The last will and testament of Carrie H. Downing, Mabel's aunt, executed May 9, 1931, states: "-5- To my beloved niece, Mabel Carrie Best, the sum of $500.00." Copy in files. Subsequent communication with Nancy Truman, daughter of Eldon Best, provided the full name of the husband of Mabel Carrie Downing, it was Clarence William Best. Nancy's parents, Eldon and Melba Best, now live at 726 N. 15th, Enid, Oklahoma A wealth of other information on this family line was also provided b her, and copies of my data sent to her and her family in April, 2000. On my May, 2000, trip to Oklahoma and Kansas, I met with the family and had a short, but most wonderful, visit.
General Notes for Child Harley Ellsworth Downing
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1958 Obituary of Harley Ellsworth Downing, provided by Bertha Downing, Medford, OK:
"Harley Ellsworth Downing, son of Thomas and Rosa Downing, was born Oct 2, 1904, in northern Grant county, Oklahoma, and passed away at his home Sunday, Oct. 19, following an extended illness at the age of 54 years, 17 days.
"In 1925 he was united in Marriage to Maybell Cupp, of Wakita, Okla. they had three children, one son, Ellsworth of Medford, and two daughters, Norma Jea Barnes and Donna Lee Ciskowski, both of Wichita, KS.
"Mr. Downing resided in this community as a farmer all his life. "Besides his wife and children, he is survived by two brothers, Ralph, of Wichita, and Francis, of Caldwell; four sisters, Susan Arterburn of Medford, Sylvia Downing of rural Caldwell, Ruth Simanek of Uncas, and Mabel best of Hawley, and seven grandchildren.
"He was preceded in death by a brother, George, and a granddaughter, Beverly Ann Barnes. He wa a loving and devoted Christian husband and father, and respected by all who knew him.[Downing.ged]
1958 Obituary of Harley Ellsworth Downing, provided by Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Harley Ellsworth Downing, son of Thomas and Rosa Downing, was born Oct 2, 1904, in northern Grant county, Oklahoma, and passed away at his home Sunday, Oct. 19, following an extended illness at the age of 54 years, 17 days.
"In 1925 he was united in Marriage to Maybell Cupp, of Wakita, Okla. they had three children, one son, Ellsworth of Medford, and two daughters, Norma Jea Barnes and Donna Lee Ciskowski, both of Wichita, KS. "Mr. Downing resided in this community as a farmer all his life. "Besides his wife and children, he is survived by two brothers, Ralph, of Wichita, and Francis, of Caldwell; four sisters, Susan Arterburn of Medford, Sylvia Downing of rural Caldwell, Ruth Simanek of Uncas, and Mabel Best of Hawley, and seven grandchildren. "He was preceded in death by a brother, George, and a granddaughter, Beverly Ann Barnes. He wa a loving and devoted Christian husband and father, and respected by all who knew him.
General Notes for Child Francis Bellmont Downing
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Francis was found on the Social Security Death Index on June 20, 1998. His social security number, issued in 1955, was 444-38-3204, issued in Oklahoma. From Bertha Downing, Medford, OK: "Elwanda Fortmeyer is a daughter, and she is at 512 S. Osage, Caldwell, KS 67022 (316) 845-6681." His Social Security application, obtained on April 29, 1999, shows him living in Caldwell, Kansas, in June, 1955. On January, 2000, Elwanda (Downing) Fortmeyer sent a most thorough listing of the descendent families of Francis B. Downing, along with photographs. Data provided by her was entered into the computer on February 5, 2000.
Thomas Harry Downing and Dorothy Faye Tate
Husband Thomas Harry Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Ralph Leo Downing (1891-1959) 1
Mother: Mary Mahala Angle (1899-1958) 1
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Wife Dorothy Faye Tate 1
Born: 8 Feb 1925 - Driftwood, OK 1
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Died: Abt 1984 1
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1 M Larry Max Downing 1
Born: 7 Jan 1947 - Cherokee, Alfalfa Co., OK 1
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Spouse: Suzanna Zook (living)
2 M Robert Leo Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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3 M Tommy Dale Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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Thomas Henry Downing
Husband Thomas Henry Downing 1
Born: 15 Apr 1879 - Brashear, Adair Co., MO 1
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Died: 28 Oct 1971 - Brashear, Adair Co., MO 1
Buried: - Brashear Cem., Adair Co., MO 1
Father: Benjamin Mason Downing (1827-1905)
Mother: Anna Gertrude Cruse (1848-1936) 1
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Thomas Stalker Downing
Husband Thomas Stalker Downing 1
Born: 4 Mar 1852 1
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Father: Thomas Stalker Downing (1813-1892) 1
Mother: Eliza Valentine (1826-1883)
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Smedley Family, p. 562:
"Living on the homestead farm, unmarried. PO Whitford, PA."
Thomas Stalker Downing and Mary Valentine Fox
Husband Thomas Stalker Downing 1
Born: 22 Jul 1883 - New Castle, Lawrence Co., PA 1
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Father: Joseph Miller Downing (1846-1915) 1
Mother: Hannah Pennock Steele (1857- ) 1
Marriage: 8 Oct 1913 1
Wife Mary Valentine Fox 1
Born: Abt 1887 1
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