Wesley R. Downing
Husband Wesley R. Downing 1
AKA: Wesley R. Downing
Born: 19 Feb 1800 - E. Caln, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 2 Oct 1804 - E. Caln, Chester County, PA 1
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Father: Joseph J. Downing (1769-1841) 1
Mother: Elizabeth Webster (1777-1840) 1
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Wilber Downing
Husband Wilber Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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William Downing
Husband William Downing 1
Born: 21 Jun 1785 - Chester Co., PA 1
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Father: Thomas Downing (1759-1827) 1
Mother: Rebecca Starr (1760-1819) 1 2
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William Downing and Elizabeth Ingram
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 9 Jan 1781 - Newtown, Delaware Co., PA 1
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Died: 16 Nov 1848 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
Buried: - Old Caln Burying, Ground 1
Father: Richard Downing ( Jr. ) (1750-1820) 1
Mother: Elizabeth Reese ( - ) 1
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Wife Elizabeth Ingram 1
Born: Abt 1784 1
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Died: 9 Oct 1860 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
Buried: - E. Caln, Burying Ground 1
Children
1 F Phebe E. Downing 1
Born: 1807 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 20 Aug 1849 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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2 F Orpha Downing 1
Born: 1809 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 23 Jan 1897 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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3 M William R. Downing 1
Born: 1812 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 1872 1
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4 M George F. Downing 1
Born: 1813 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: - Baltimore, Baltimore Co., MD 1
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5 F Elizabeth Downing 1
Born: May 1818 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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Spouse: George Washington Whelen (1799- ) 1
Marr: 22 Mar 1848 1
General Notes (Husband)
[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, November 21, 1848: "Death notice On the 16th instant in Downingtown, William Downing, (miller), aged about 68 years." Smedley Family, page 291: "He died intestate, and letters of administration on his estate were granted to William R. Downing and George F. Downing, Dec 11, 1848, they giving a bond for $2,000."
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
The Village Record, October 29, 1850:
"Obituary In Downingtown, on the 9th inst. Elizabeth Downing, wife of the late William Downing, deceased, in tht 66th year of her age. The deceased was one of the oldest residents of the neighborhood, extensively known and universally esteemed, for her benevolence, hospitality and amiable disposition. In every position, as wife, mother, friend and neighbor, she adorned the provence of woman."
General Notes for Child Phebe E. Downing
[Downing.ged]
Unmarried. The Village Record, September 18, 1849:
"Death Notice On the 20th ult., in East Caln, Phebe E. Downing, in the 42d year of her age."
General Notes for Child Orpha Downing
[Downing.ged]
Unmarried. Quaker records show her birth year as 1816, strange difference.
General Notes for Child William R. Downing
[Downing.ged]
Smedley Family, p. 291: "Was Quartermaster in Civil War; left dau. Fannie, who has been twice married and lives in Chicago."
William Downing and Sarah Anne Miller
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 22 Oct 1811 - Berkeley County, WV 1
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Died: 20 Sep 1891 - Downey, Los Angeles Co, CA 1
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Father: John Downing (Abt 1783-1847) 1
Mother: Abagail White (Abt 1780- ) 1
Marriage: 15 Mar 1837 - Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN
Other Spouse: Mary Patience James (1830-1885) 1 - 9 Apr 1858 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA
Wife Sarah Anne Miller 1
Born: 22 Feb 1819 - Virginia 1
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Died: 26 Jan 1852 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Children
1 M Samuel Miller Downing 1
AKA: Samuel Miller Downing
Born: 25 Jan 1838 - Indiana 1
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Died: 2 Feb 1853 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
Buried: - Bethesda, Cemetery 1
2 M George Francis Downing 1
AKA: George Francis Downing
Born: 17 Apr 1840 - Indiana 1
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Died: 8 Sep 1865 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
Buried: - Bethesda, Cemetery 1
Spouse: Amanda Hurd ( - ) 1
Marr: 26 Apr 1863 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
3 M Jacob Raymer Downing 1
AKA: Jacob Raymer Downing
Born: 18 Mar 1842 - Iowa 1
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Died: 1917 1
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Spouse: Martha Hewitt ( - ) 1
Marr: 2 Feb 1868 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
4 M Elbridge L Downing 1
AKA: Elbridge L Downing
Born: 27 Apr 1844 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: 6 Sep 1927 - Boulder, Boulder Co., CO 1
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Spouse: Mary Marilla Hewitt ( -1888) 1
Marr: 1 Jul 1872 1
Spouse: Marilla E. Adamson ( -1922) 1
Marr: 21 Nov 1897 - Nuckols Co., NE 1
5 M Alvin Reader Downing 1
AKA: Alvin Reader Downing
Born: 24 Apr 1846 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: 3 Apr 1919 - Little Rock, Pulaski Co, AR 1
Buried: - Oak Grove Cem., Weiner, AR 1
Spouse: Mary Margaret Powell (1851-1945) 1
Marr: 31 Mar 1871 - Roseville, Warren Co., IL 1
6 F Mary Emma Downing 1
AKA: Mary Emma Downing
Born: 5 Mar 1848 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: 20 Jan 1882 - Clay Co., KS 1
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Spouse: William Henry Allenden (1848-1929) 1
7 M Charles William Downing 1
AKA: Charles William Downing
Born: 22 Feb 1850 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: 24 Sep 1925 - Mills, IA 1
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Spouse: Cornelia Frances Allender (1856-1925) 1
Marr: 25 Sep 1872 - Henry, IA 1
8 M Phillip Henry Downing 1 3
AKA: Phillip Henry Downing
Born: 15 Dec 1851 - Jefferson County, IA 1
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Died: 27 Sep 1924 - Pomona, Los Angeles Co., CA 1
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Spouse: Ermina (Min) Snook (1854-1889) 1 4
Marr: 6 Feb 1872 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
Spouse: Sara Evila Glasglow (1860-1916) 1
Marr: 26 Oct 1892 - Jefferson Co., IA 1
General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
From "History of Jefferson county, Iowa", page 556: "Downing, Wm. Sec 22, PO Beckwith, born in Berkeley co., VA, Oct. 21, 1811, when 19 years of age moved to Elkhart co., IN. Married Miss Sarah Miller in March, 1835; she died in 1852. Mr. D. came to Jefferson co. in 1840, lived fiv years in California; married again, Mrs. Mary James in 1858, she was born in Huntingdon Co., PA, in 1817; Mr. D. has six children by former wife -- Jacob R. Eldridge L., Alvin, Mary e., Charles W., and Philip, and by present wife five - Louis, Abba E., Sallie, Lora A. and Dora A. Mr. D. owns 100 acres of land valued at $30 per acre. Members of M.E. Church, Republican."[Downing.ged]
From "History of Jefferson county, Iowa", page 556: "Downing, Wm. Sec 22, PO Beckwith, born in Berkeley co., VA, Oct. 21, 1811, when 19 years of age moved to Elkhart co., IN. Married Miss Sarah Miller in March, 1835; she died in 1852. Mr. D. came to Jefferson co. in 1840, lived fiv years in California; married again, Mrs. Mary James in 1858, she was born in Huntingdon Co., PA, in 1817; Mr. D. has six children by former wife -- Jacob R. Eldridge L., Alvin, Mary e., Charles W., and Philip, and by present wife five - Louis, Abba E., Sallie, Lora A. and Dora A. Mr. D. owns 100 acres of land valued at $30 per acre. Members of M.E. Church, Republican."
General Notes for Child George Francis Downing
[18401.ged]
George Francis Downing died on September 8, 1865, at the age of 24. No caus of death is shown, nor is there any record of his being in the Civil War. Ther were three Civil War soldiers from the State of Iowa named George Downing, but the Archives could probably verify wheter George Francis was in the army.[Downing.ged]
George Francis Downing died on September 8, 1865, at the age of 24. No caus of death is shown, nor is there any record of his being in the Civil War. Ther were three Civil War soldiers from the State of Iowa named George Downing, but the Archives could probably verify wheter George Francis was in the army.
General Notes for Child Jacob Raymer Downing
[18401.ged]
Jacob R. Downing served in the Civil War from November 25, 1861, to August 8, 1865. He enlisted when he was 20 years old, and was discharged at Atlanta, GA.[Downing.ged]
Jacob R. Downing served in the Civil War from November 25, 1861, to August 8, 1865. He enlisted when he was 20 years old, and was discharged at Atlanta, GA.
General Notes for Child Elbridge L Downing
[18401.ged]
Elbridge Downing enlisted in Company M. Fourth Iowa Cavalry, during the Civil War.[Downing.ged]
Elbridge Downing enlisted in Company M. Fourth Iowa Cavalry, during the Civil War.
General Notes for Child Alvin Reader Downing
[18401.ged]
Served in the Second Iowa Cavalry during the Civil War, serving from January 19, 1965 to September 19, 1865. He was 19 at the time of enlistment and was discharged at Selma, Alabama.[Downing.ged]
Served in the Second Iowa Cavalry during the Civil War, serving from January 19, 1965 to September 19, 1865. He was 19 at the time of enlistment and was discharged at Selma, Alabama. His muster-in records show his eyes as Hazel, hair Auburn. Dark Complexion and he was 5 foot 9 1/2 inches tall. A very extensive and fascinating biography of Alvin Reader Downing exists in my files, in the file folder marked by his name.
General Notes for Child Phillip Henry Downing
[18401.ged]
Family group sheet provided by Dianna Nading shows a 3rd wife, Isabel Vance; no dates.[Downing.ged]
Family group sheet provided by Dianna Nading shows a 3rd wife, Isabel Vance; no dates.
William Downing and Mary Patience James
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 22 Oct 1811 - Berkeley County, WV 1
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Died: 20 Sep 1891 - Downey, Los Angeles Co, CA 1
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Father: John Downing (Abt 1783-1847) 1
Mother: Abagail White (Abt 1780- ) 1
Marriage: 9 Apr 1858 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA
Other Spouse: Sarah Anne Miller (1819-1852) 1 - 15 Mar 1837 - Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN
Wife Mary Patience James 1
Born: 13 Nov 1830 - Ohio 1
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Died: 1885 - Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA 1
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Father: Francis Pugsley James ( - ) 1
Mother: Sally Clark Wells ( - ) 1
Children
1 M Lewis Anthony Downing 1
AKA: Lewis Anthony Downing
Born: Abt 1859 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co, IA 1
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Died: 12 Dec 1917 - Cucomonga, San Bernardino, CA 1
Buried: - Whittier, Los Angeles Co., CA 1
Spouse: Elizabeth Zorne (living)
2 F Ellen Abigail Downing 1
AKA: Ellen Abigail Downing
Born: Abt 1862 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: - Turlock, Stanislaus Co., CA 1
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Spouse: Ed Evy (living)
3 F Saray Downing 1
AKA: Saray Downing
Born: Abt 1865 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: - Downey, Los Angeles, CA 1
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Spouse: Joseph Mulreen (living)
4 F Laura Ann Downing 1
AKA: Laura Ann Downing
Born: Abt 1867 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: 1878 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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5 M John T. Downing 1
AKA: John T. Downing
Born: 7 Jun 1868 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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Died: 17 Sep 1878 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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6 F Dora Alice Downing 1
AKA: Dora Alice Downing
Born: Abt 1872 - Fairfield, Jefferson Co., IA 1
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General Notes (Husband)
[18401.ged]
From "History of Jefferson county, Iowa", page 556: "Downing, Wm. Sec 22, PO Beckwith, born in Berkeley co., VA, Oct. 21, 1811, when 19 years of age moved to Elkhart co., IN. Married Miss Sarah Miller in March, 1835; she died in 1852. Mr. D. came to Jefferson co. in 1840, lived fiv years in California; married again, Mrs. Mary James in 1858, she was born in Huntingdon Co., PA, in 1817; Mr. D. has six children by former wife -- Jacob R. Eldridge L., Alvin, Mary e., Charles W., and Philip, and by present wife five - Louis, Abba E., Sallie, Lora A. and Dora A. Mr. D. owns 100 acres of land valued at $30 per acre. Members of M.E. Church, Republican."[Downing.ged]
From "History of Jefferson county, Iowa", page 556: "Downing, Wm. Sec 22, PO Beckwith, born in Berkeley co., VA, Oct. 21, 1811, when 19 years of age moved to Elkhart co., IN. Married Miss Sarah Miller in March, 1835; she died in 1852. Mr. D. came to Jefferson co. in 1840, lived fiv years in California; married again, Mrs. Mary James in 1858, she was born in Huntingdon Co., PA, in 1817; Mr. D. has six children by former wife -- Jacob R. Eldridge L., Alvin, Mary e., Charles W., and Philip, and by present wife five - Louis, Abba E., Sallie, Lora A. and Dora A. Mr. D. owns 100 acres of land valued at $30 per acre. Members of M.E. Church, Republican."
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
Husband #1 was Edward Carpenter, d. 13 Apr 1852, Delaware City, IN.
William Downing and Ellen John
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 24 May 1722 - Concord Twp., Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 7 May 1788 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Father: Thomas Downing (1691-1772) 1
Mother: Thomazine Beer (Abt 1692-Abt 1754) 1
Marriage: 10 Dec 1741 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Other Spouse: Margaret Halliday ( -1807) 1 - 19 Dec 1765 - New Garden Meeti, Lancaster Co., PA 1
Other Spouse: Margaret Miller ( - ) - 19 Dec 1765 - New Garden Meeti, Lancaster Co., PA
Wife Ellen John 1
Born: 26 Feb 1718 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 1765 - PA 1
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Father: Samuel John (1680-1766) 1
Mother: Margaret John* ( -1774) 1
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1 M John Downing 1
AKA: John Downing
Born: 3 Jun 1744 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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2 M Samuel Downing 1
Born: 2 Aug 1746 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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3 F Sarah Downing 1
AKA: Sarah Downing
Born: 3 Jan 1749 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Died: 8 Feb 1774 - Pennsylvania
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Spouse: John Moore (1742-1821) 1
Marr: 1 May 1765 - Chester Co., PA 1
4 F Mary Downing 1
AKA: Mary Downing
Born: 12 Jul 1751 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Spouse: William Marsh ( - )
Spouse: William Marsh (Bef 1747- ) 1
Marr: 10 Oct 1770 1
5 F Jane Downing 1
AKA: Jane Downing
Born: 25 Feb 1753 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Spouse: Andrew Moore (1752- ) 1
Marr: 30 Apr 1777 - Sadsbury, PA 1
6 F Hannah Downing 1
AKA: Hannah Downing
Born: 24 Nov 1754 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Died: 6 Feb 1848 - Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Spouse: Andrew Daniel (1753-1802) 1
7 F Ruth Downing 1
Born: 12 Nov 1756 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Spouse: Jesse Falkner ( - ) 1
8 M 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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Spouse: Rebecca Starr (1760-1819) 1 2
Marr: 24 Apr 1782 - Lancaster Co., PA 1
9 M William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 1762 - Bart Twp, Lancaster, PA 1
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Died: 4 Feb 1842
Buried: - Paint Twp., Hicksite Qkr Cem, . 1
Spouse: Phebe Bicket (1761-1841) 1
Marr: 20 Dec 1781 - New Garden Mm, Chester Co., PA 1
General Notes (Husband)
[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. Family data of William Downing and Ellen John from Mary Harris, Chester County Genealogical Society (mhharris@sprynet.com). Her source is Meldum & Reamy; Early Church Records of Chester County, PA., Vol. 2; Westminister: Family Lines Publications.
Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nading, Albany, OR, also shows a second wife for William; Margaret Miller. Married 19 Dec 1765. Her bio sheet for William:
"William downing was born the 5th child of Thomas and Thomazine Downing, Quakers, who had emigrated from England about 1718. Thomas was a successful farmer and businessman who established an industrial complex of water powered mills in East Caln township, PA. This area became first known as Milltown, and later, became the city of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, named for the family.
William grew up in the Concord, Sadsbury, and East Caln Townships in a strict Quaker environment.
At Uwchlan meeting, William married Ellen John. She died prior to 1765, and William again was married December 19, 1765, at New Garden meeting, to Margaret Miller, widow of Samuel. William had 8 children by Ellen, none by Margaret.
The will of his father, Thomas, states: "And whereas I have already conveyed unto my son, William Downing, the Dwelling House where he now liveth with the water, corn, and grist mill and One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land in the townbshp of Bart in the county of Lancaster and took Bond of Fifty Pounds from him which Bond I order my Executor to deliver to my said son William without money."[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. Family data of William Downing and Ellen John from Mary Harris, Chester County Genealogical Society (mhharris@sprynet.com). Her source is Meldum & Reamy; Early Church Records of Chester County, PA., Vol. 2; Westminister: Family Lines Publications. Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nading, Albany, OR, also shows a second wife for William; Margaret Miller. Later research shows she was the widow of Samuel Miller, her maiden name was Halliday. Married 19 Dec 1765. Her bio sheet for William: "William downing was born the 5th child of Thomas and Thomazine Downing, Quakers, who had emigrated from England about 1718. Thomas was a successful farmer and businessman who established an industrial complex of water powered mills in East Caln township, PA. This area became first known as Milltown, and later, became the city of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, named for the family. William grew up in the Concord, Sadsbury, and East Caln Townships in a strict Quaker environment. See files for a copy of William Downing's will, dated 1788 At Uwchlan meeting, William married Ellen John. She died prior to 1765, and William again was married December 19, 1765, at New Garden meeting, to Margaret Miller, widow of Samuel. William had 8 children by Ellen, none by Margaret. The will of his father, Thomas, states:
"And whereas I have already conveyed unto my son, William Downing, the Dwelling House where he now liveth with the water, corn, and grist mill and One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land in the townbshp of Bart in the county of Lancaster and took Bond of Fifty Pounds from him which Bond I order my Executor to deliver to my said son William without money."
General Notes (Wife)
[18401.ged]
Records also show given name as Ellinor and Eleanor. Files of Mary Harris (mhharris@sprynet.com) show a variation in birth date of Ellen; 26 Apr 1718. All other data matches. Marriage data shows "Uwchlan Meeting House".
Family data of this marriage also from the above source.
General Notes for Child Sarah Downing
[18401.ged]
E-mail from Donna Bennett (dibennett@integrityol.com) indicates Sarah and John Moore lived their lives out in Sadsbury, Chester County, PA.
Family group sheet provided by L.C. DeGood (via Dianna Nading) indicates Sarah' husband's name was Richard Mackey.[Downing.ged]
E-mail from Donna Bennett (dibennett@integrityol.com) indicates Sarah and John Moore lived their lives out in Sadsbury, Chester County, PA. Family group sheet provided by L.C. DeGood (via Dianna Nading) indicates Sarah' husband's name was Richard Mackey.
General Notes for Child Jane Downing
[18401.ged]
Family group sheet provided by Dianna Nading shows second husband, John Moore.[Downing.ged]
Family group sheet provided by Dianna Nading shows second husband, John Moore.
General Notes for Child William Downing
[18401.ged]
Notes from Dianna Nading: William Downing was born in 1762 in Bart Township, PA, the youngest son of William and Ellen (John) Downing. He was raised in Bart Township, Lancaster county, PA, in a strict Quaker environment. In 1781 he was married to Phoebe Beckett, daughter of Samuel and Mary Beckett, and the couple had eight children
William, jointly with his brother Samuel, had inherited land and mills (gris and saw mills) when their father died in 1788. The will indicated that the brothers and their heirs and assigns were to "share and share alike the land, Merchant, Grist, and Saw Mills". At the time of his father's death, William wa 26 years old and had been married seven years, having four children.
No record indicates whether the partnership was dissolved, but William move to Frederick county, Virginia, sometime after 1788 (probably 1791).
On Nov. 7, 1791, a certificate of membership for the family was granted at the Hopewell Friends Meeting (Quaker) indicating a transfer from the Sadsbury Friends congregation in Lancaster county, PA. Certificates were granted to William, his wife Phoebe, and his children: Ruth, Eleanor, Mary, John, Sarah, and Phoebe.
The history of Hopewell Friends shows that William was indeed an active member of the congregation, serving on numerous committees, including one to visit friends who had been dismissed. Daughters Ruth and Eleanor were both married at Hopewell, and William and Pheobe were listed as witnesses to many weddings of other members.[Downing.ged]
Notes from Dianna Nading: William Downing was born in 1762 in Bart Township, PA, the youngest son of William and Ellen (John) Downing. He was raised in Bart Township, Lancaster county, PA, in a strict Quaker environment. In 1781 he was married to Phoebe Beckett, daughter of Samuel and Mary Beckett, and the couple had eight children William, jointly with his brother Samuel, had inherited land and mills (gris and saw mills) when their father died in 1788. The will indicated that the brothers and their heirs and assigns were to "share and share alike the land, Merchant, Grist, and Saw Mills". At the time of his father's death, William wa 26 years old and had been married seven years, having four children. No record indicates whether the partnership was dissolved, but William move to Frederick county, Virginia, sometime after 1788 (probably 1791). On Nov. 7, 1791, a certificate of membership for the family was granted at the Hopewell Friends Meeting (Quaker) indicating a transfer from the Sadsbury Friends congregation in Lancaster county, PA. Certificates were granted to William, his wife Phoebe, and his children: Ruth, Eleanor, Mary, John, Sarah, and Phoebe. The history of Hopewell Friends shows that William was indeed an active member of the congregation, serving on numerous committees, including one to visit friends who had been dismissed. Daughters Ruth and Eleanor were both married at Hopewell, and William and Pheobe were listed as witnesses to many weddings of other members.
William Downing and Margaret Halliday
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 24 May 1722 - Concord Twp., Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 7 May 1788 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
Buried:
Father: Thomas Downing (1691-1772) 1
Mother: Thomazine Beer (Abt 1692-Abt 1754) 1
Marriage: 19 Dec 1765 - New Garden Meeti, Lancaster Co., PA 1
Other Spouse: Ellen John (1718-1765) 1 - 10 Dec 1741 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Other Spouse: Margaret Miller ( - ) - 19 Dec 1765 - New Garden Meeti, Lancaster Co., PA
Wife Margaret Halliday 1
Born:
Christened:
Died: 8 Sep 1807 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
Buried:
Father: William Halliday ( - ) 1
Mother:
General Notes (Husband)
[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. Family data of William Downing and Ellen John from Mary Harris, Chester County Genealogical Society (mhharris@sprynet.com). Her source is Meldum & Reamy; Early Church Records of Chester County, PA., Vol. 2; Westminister: Family Lines Publications.
Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nading, Albany, OR, also shows a second wife for William; Margaret Miller. Married 19 Dec 1765. Her bio sheet for William:
"William downing was born the 5th child of Thomas and Thomazine Downing, Quakers, who had emigrated from England about 1718. Thomas was a successful farmer and businessman who established an industrial complex of water powered mills in East Caln township, PA. This area became first known as Milltown, and later, became the city of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, named for the family.
William grew up in the Concord, Sadsbury, and East Caln Townships in a strict Quaker environment.
At Uwchlan meeting, William married Ellen John. She died prior to 1765, and William again was married December 19, 1765, at New Garden meeting, to Margaret Miller, widow of Samuel. William had 8 children by Ellen, none by Margaret.
The will of his father, Thomas, states: "And whereas I have already conveyed unto my son, William Downing, the Dwelling House where he now liveth with the water, corn, and grist mill and One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land in the townbshp of Bart in the county of Lancaster and took Bond of Fifty Pounds from him which Bond I order my Executor to deliver to my said son William without money."[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. Family data of William Downing and Ellen John from Mary Harris, Chester County Genealogical Society (mhharris@sprynet.com). Her source is Meldum & Reamy; Early Church Records of Chester County, PA., Vol. 2; Westminister: Family Lines Publications. Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nading, Albany, OR, also shows a second wife for William; Margaret Miller. Later research shows she was the widow of Samuel Miller, her maiden name was Halliday. Married 19 Dec 1765. Her bio sheet for William: "William downing was born the 5th child of Thomas and Thomazine Downing, Quakers, who had emigrated from England about 1718. Thomas was a successful farmer and businessman who established an industrial complex of water powered mills in East Caln township, PA. This area became first known as Milltown, and later, became the city of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, named for the family. William grew up in the Concord, Sadsbury, and East Caln Townships in a strict Quaker environment. See files for a copy of William Downing's will, dated 1788 At Uwchlan meeting, William married Ellen John. She died prior to 1765, and William again was married December 19, 1765, at New Garden meeting, to Margaret Miller, widow of Samuel. William had 8 children by Ellen, none by Margaret. The will of his father, Thomas, states:
"And whereas I have already conveyed unto my son, William Downing, the Dwelling House where he now liveth with the water, corn, and grist mill and One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land in the townbshp of Bart in the county of Lancaster and took Bond of Fifty Pounds from him which Bond I order my Executor to deliver to my said son William without money."
General Notes (Wife)
[Downing.ged]
Margaret was married first to Samuel Miller, 29 Apr 1732, then to William. No issue known from this 2nd marriage.
William Downing and Margaret Miller
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 24 May 1722 - Concord Twp., Chester Co., PA 1
Christened:
Died: 7 May 1788 - Bart Twp., Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Father: Thomas Downing (1691-1772) 1
Mother: Thomazine Beer (Abt 1692-Abt 1754) 1
Marriage: 19 Dec 1765 - New Garden Meeti, Lancaster Co., PA
Other Spouse: Ellen John (1718-1765) 1 - 10 Dec 1741 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
Other Spouse: Margaret Halliday ( -1807) 1 - 19 Dec 1765 - New Garden Meeti, Lancaster Co., PA 1
Wife Margaret Miller
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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. Family data of William Downing and Ellen John from Mary Harris, Chester County Genealogical Society (mhharris@sprynet.com). Her source is Meldum & Reamy; Early Church Records of Chester County, PA., Vol. 2; Westminister: Family Lines Publications.
Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nading, Albany, OR, also shows a second wife for William; Margaret Miller. Married 19 Dec 1765. Her bio sheet for William:
"William downing was born the 5th child of Thomas and Thomazine Downing, Quakers, who had emigrated from England about 1718. Thomas was a successful farmer and businessman who established an industrial complex of water powered mills in East Caln township, PA. This area became first known as Milltown, and later, became the city of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, named for the family.
William grew up in the Concord, Sadsbury, and East Caln Townships in a strict Quaker environment.
At Uwchlan meeting, William married Ellen John. She died prior to 1765, and William again was married December 19, 1765, at New Garden meeting, to Margaret Miller, widow of Samuel. William had 8 children by Ellen, none by Margaret.
The will of his father, Thomas, states: "And whereas I have already conveyed unto my son, William Downing, the Dwelling House where he now liveth with the water, corn, and grist mill and One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land in the townbshp of Bart in the county of Lancaster and took Bond of Fifty Pounds from him which Bond I order my Executor to deliver to my said son William without money."[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. Family data of William Downing and Ellen John from Mary Harris, Chester County Genealogical Society (mhharris@sprynet.com). Her source is Meldum & Reamy; Early Church Records of Chester County, PA., Vol. 2; Westminister: Family Lines Publications. Family group sheet supplied by Dianna Nading, Albany, OR, also shows a second wife for William; Margaret Miller. Later research shows she was the widow of Samuel Miller, her maiden name was Halliday. Married 19 Dec 1765. Her bio sheet for William: "William downing was born the 5th child of Thomas and Thomazine Downing, Quakers, who had emigrated from England about 1718. Thomas was a successful farmer and businessman who established an industrial complex of water powered mills in East Caln township, PA. This area became first known as Milltown, and later, became the city of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, named for the family. William grew up in the Concord, Sadsbury, and East Caln Townships in a strict Quaker environment. See files for a copy of William Downing's will, dated 1788 At Uwchlan meeting, William married Ellen John. She died prior to 1765, and William again was married December 19, 1765, at New Garden meeting, to Margaret Miller, widow of Samuel. William had 8 children by Ellen, none by Margaret. The will of his father, Thomas, states:
"And whereas I have already conveyed unto my son, William Downing, the Dwelling House where he now liveth with the water, corn, and grist mill and One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land in the townbshp of Bart in the county of Lancaster and took Bond of Fifty Pounds from him which Bond I order my Executor to deliver to my said son William without money."
William Downing
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 29 Jan 1759 - Uwchlan, Chester County, PA 1
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Father: Richard Downing (1719-1804) 1
Mother: Mary Edge (1721-1795) 1
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William Downing
Husband William Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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1 F Jane Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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William Downing
Husband William Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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William Downing
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 13 Mar 1702 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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Father: William Downing (1672- ) 1
Mother: Agnes Savery (Abt 1678- ) 1
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William Downing and Agnes Savery
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 6 Mar 1672 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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Father: Edward Downing (1625-1683) 1
Mother: Elizabeth Salter ( - ) 1
Marriage: 22 Dec 1700 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
Wife Agnes Savery 1
AKA: Agnes Savery
Born: Abt 1678 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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1 M William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 13 Mar 1702 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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2 M John Downing 1
AKA: John Downing
Born: 19 Nov 1703 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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Buried: 8 Nov 1724 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
William Downing
Husband William Downing 1
AKA: William Downing
Born: 21 Dec 1600 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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Died: 31 Dec 1632 - Bradninch, Devonshire, England 1
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Father: Thomas Downynge (1560-1616) 1
Mother: Johana Downynge ( - )
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William Carswell Downing
Husband William Carswell Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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Mother: Elizabeth Newbury
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1 M David Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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William Charles Downing and Ida Eugenia Goodman
Husband William Charles Downing 1
AKA: William Charles Downing
Born: 7 Oct 1851
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Died: Jul 1906 - Freeport, Harper Co., KS
Buried: - Freeport, Harper Co., KS 1
Father: John Benjamin Downing (1817-1879)
Mother: Mary Couch Downing (1826-1905) 1
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Other Spouse: Ida E. Downing* (1857-1932)
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Chester Co., PA, 7 Oct 1851
• Alt. Death 1, Pilot Knob Twp., Harper Co., KS, 25 Jul 1906
Wife Ida Eugenia Goodman 1
Born: 13 Jul 1856 - Lancaster Co., PA 1
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Died: 5 Mar 1932 - Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS 1
Buried: 8 Mar 1932 - Freeport, Freeport, Harper Co., KS 1
Father: Joseph Goodman ( - ) 1
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1 M John Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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2 M Frank Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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3 F Lena Downing 1
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Died: 1918 1
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4 M Benjamin Harrison Downing 1
Born: 1885 - Freeport, Harper Co., KS 1
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Died: 30 May 1956 - Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS 1
Buried: - Osborne Cem., Mayfield, KS 1
Spouse: Eva Barker ( -1932) 1
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[Downing.ged]
Death certificate of wife (Ida) was signed by one Carl Downing, relationship uncertain at this time. Obituary from the "Anthony Republican":
"W. C. Downing died at his home in Pilot Knob Township Wednesday, July 25th after a long and lingering illness. He suffered from a cancer of the stomach, and was a patient sufferer. He was about 55 years old. He had been a resident of Pilot Knob Township for the past ten years and was highly esteemed by all those who knew him.
"Funeral services were held at the U. B. Church 8 miles southeast of here and the remains were interred in the Freeport cemetery. The surviving relative have the sympathy of the community." On May 3, 1999, I visited the Freeport cemetery for the second time to re-photograph the gave markers. After taking the desired pictures, a car parke behind mine, and three women got out and entered the cemetery. Surprised to se anyone in this "middle of nowhere" location, I watched them as they walked up t the grave marker of William C. Downing. They stopped at the monument. I got out of my car and asked if they were related to him. One, who turned out to be Verla Downing DeJarrett, of Wellington, KS, replied, "Yes, he's my great grandfather." I then told her that her great grandfather (William) and my grea grandfather (Benjamin) were brothers. I then explained the relationship among the other Downings buried in that cemetery. Subsequent correspondence has ensued. This amazing event, beyond all reasonable probability, took place on a late Sunday afternoon, in a deserted cemetery, near an empty ghost town. It defies explanation.
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[Downing.ged]
Informant for death certificate, obtained 12-18-98, was Carl Downing, relationship uncertain. He states and address of 2310 Maple (probably Wichita) Cause of death of Ida, age 75, was arteriosclerosis, apoplexy, and muscular heart disease (immediate cause of death).
General Notes for Child Lena Downing
[Downing.ged]
Lena died in the great influenza epidemic of 1918.
William Charles Downing and Ida E. Downing*
Husband William Charles Downing 1
AKA: William Charles Downing
Born: 7 Oct 1851
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Died: Jul 1906 - Freeport, Harper Co., KS
Buried: - Freeport, Harper Co., KS 1
Father: John Benjamin Downing (1817-1879)
Mother: Mary Couch Downing (1826-1905) 1
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Other Spouse: Ida Eugenia Goodman (1856-1932) 1
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Chester Co., PA, 7 Oct 1851
• Alt. Death 1, Pilot Knob Twp., Harper Co., KS, 25 Jul 1906
Wife Ida E. Downing*
Born: 1857
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[Downing.ged]
Death certificate of wife (Ida) was signed by one Carl Downing, relationship uncertain at this time. Obituary from the "Anthony Republican":
"W. C. Downing died at his home in Pilot Knob Township Wednesday, July 25th after a long and lingering illness. He suffered from a cancer of the stomach, and was a patient sufferer. He was about 55 years old. He had been a resident of Pilot Knob Township for the past ten years and was highly esteemed by all those who knew him.
"Funeral services were held at the U. B. Church 8 miles southeast of here and the remains were interred in the Freeport cemetery. The surviving relative have the sympathy of the community." On May 3, 1999, I visited the Freeport cemetery for the second time to re-photograph the gave markers. After taking the desired pictures, a car parke behind mine, and three women got out and entered the cemetery. Surprised to se anyone in this "middle of nowhere" location, I watched them as they walked up t the grave marker of William C. Downing. They stopped at the monument. I got out of my car and asked if they were related to him. One, who turned out to be Verla Downing DeJarrett, of Wellington, KS, replied, "Yes, he's my great grandfather." I then told her that her great grandfather (William) and my grea grandfather (Benjamin) were brothers. I then explained the relationship among the other Downings buried in that cemetery. Subsequent correspondence has ensued. This amazing event, beyond all reasonable probability, took place on a late Sunday afternoon, in a deserted cemetery, near an empty ghost town. It defies explanation.
William D. Downing M.D.
Husband William D. Downing M.D. 1
AKA: William D. Downing
Born: 24 Aug 1811 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA 1
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Died: 16 Jul 1882 1
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Father: George Downing (1785-1853) 1
Mother: Ann Denny (1786-1868) 1
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1 F Mary Y. Downing 1
Born: Sep 1843 1
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Died: 15 Jul 1860 - East Fallowfield, PA 1
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[18401.ged]
"Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families", page 807-9: He was a physician. He graduated 1835 at the University of Pennsylvania, located at Coatesville. In 1844-45 he attended a course of lectures at the Philadelphia Homeopathic College. In 1852 he removed to Uwchlan, and in 1872 to Waynesburg, continuing in active practice.[Downing.ged]
"Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Families", page 807-9: He was a physician. He graduated 1835 at the University of Pennsylvania, located at Coatesville. In 1844-45 he attended a course of lectures at the Philadelphia Homeopathic College. In 1852 he removed to Uwchlan, and in 1872 to Waynesburg, continuing in active practice.
General Notes for Child Mary Y. Downing
[Downing.ged]
VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, July 31, 1860: "Death Notice. At the residence of her grandfather, in East Fallowfield, on th 15th of July, MARY Y. DOWNING, daughter of Wm. D. Downing., MD, aged 16 years and 10 months."
William Denney Downing
Husband William Denney Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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William Edward Downing and Irene Fabrizio
Husband William Edward Downing 1
Born: 1898 - Iowa 1
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Died: 20 Sep 1938 1
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Father: Charles W. Downing (1873-1938) 1
Mother: Cecelia McLaughlin (1873- ) 1
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William Ellsworth Downing and Melissa Jane Ecoff
Husband William Ellsworth Downing 1
Born: 1865 - Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 1942 1
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Father: Joseph Downing (1823-1892) 1
Mother: Lucinda Couch Evans ( - ) 1
Marriage: 1886 1
Wife Melissa Jane Ecoff 1
Born: 30 Aug 1868 - Uwchlan, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 1921 1
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Father: Joel Ecoff ( - ) 1
Mother: Emmerine J. Morton ( - ) 1
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1 M Leroy Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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2 F Alice Lucinda Downing 1
Born: 10 Jan 1887 1
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Died: 1993 1
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3 M Herford Evans Downing 1
Born: 1888 1
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Died: 8 Dec 1958 1
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Spouse: Helen Wilson (living)
4 M Joel Ellsworth Downing 1
Born: 8 Aug 1890 1
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Died: 23 Jul 1984 - West Chester, Chester Co., PA 1
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5 M Charles Downing 1
Born: 18 Mar 1898 - Pennsylvania 1
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Died: Jul 1984 1
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6 M George Norman Downing 1
Born: 6 Dec 1906 1
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Died: 18 Aug 1991 1
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William F. Downing
Husband William F. Downing (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Anthony Downing (1818-1880) 1
Mother: Harriet Wagner (1824- ) 1
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William G. Downing
Husband William G. Downing 1
AKA: William Gheen Downing
Born: 4 Jul 1853 - Nauvoo, Hancock County, IL
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Died: 22 Aug 1853
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Father: James Downing (1816-1881)
Mother: Margaret Pierce Gheen (1823-1886)
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Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, 4 Jul 1853
• Alt. Death 1, Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, 22 Aug 1853
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William H. Downing
Husband William H. Downing 1
Born: 10 Jan 1888 - Brashear, Adair Co., MO 1
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Buried: - Brashear Cem., Adair Co., MO 1
Father: Benjamin Mason Downing (1827-1905)
Mother: Anna Gertrude Cruse (1848-1936) 1
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[Downing.ged]
As can be seen in the photograph of his grave marker, there is not death dat inscribed.
William H. Downing
Husband William H. Downing 1
Born: - PR. Lionville, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 10 May 1864 - Spottsylvania, VA (Kia) 1
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Father: Thomas Downing Jr. (1802-1851) 1
Mother: Mary Lightfoot ( - ) 1
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[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
William M. Downing
Husband William M. Downing 1
Born: 15 Oct 1866 - Downingtown, Chester Co., PA 1
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Mother: Mary Norris ( - ) 1
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William R. Downing
Husband William R. Downing 1
Born: 1812 - E. Caln, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 1872 1
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Father: William Downing (1781-1848) 1
Mother: Elizabeth Ingram (Abt 1784-1860) 1
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[Downing.ged]
Smedley Family, p. 291: "Was Quartermaster in Civil War; left dau. Fannie, who has been twice married and lives in Chicago."
William S. Downing and Thomazin C. Mason
Husband 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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Father: Thomas Downing (1758-1829) 1
Mother: Sarah Smith (1765-1835) 1
Marriage: 6 Feb 1825
Noted events in his life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Near Downingtown, Chester Co., PA, 5 Nov 1800
• Alt. Death 1, Lionville, Chester Co., PA, 12 Aug 1875
Wife Thomazin C. Mason 1
AKA: Thomazin C. Mason
Born: 16 Nov 1802
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Died: 4 Aug 1882
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Father: Benjamin Mason ( - )
Mother: Mary Couch ( - ) 1
Noted events in her life were:
• Alt. Birth 1, Chester Co., PA, 16 Nov 1802
• Alt. Death 1, Lionville, Chester Co., PA, 4 Aug 1882
Noted events in their marriage were:
• Alt. Marriage, Uwchlan Twp., Chester Co., PA, 6 Feb 1825
Children
1 F Mary Couch Downing 1
AKA: Mary Couch Downing
Born: 7 Mar 1826 - Lionville, Chester Co., PA 1
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Died: 8 Nov 1905 - Freeport, Harper Co., KS 1
Buried: - Freeport Cem, Harper Co., KS
Spouse: John Benjamin Downing (1817-1879)
Marr: 2 Sep 1841 - Note: Marriage
2 M 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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3 M Thomas Downing ( II ) 1
AKA: Thomas Downing
Born: 20 Jan 1830
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Died: 22 Mar 1907
Buried: - Uwchlan Friends, Burial Ground, Lionville, PA 1
Spouse: Anna Beidler (1847- ) 1
Marr: 27 Nov 1895 1
4 F Sarah S. Downing 1
AKA: Sarah S. Downing
Born: 14 May 1832
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Died: 18 Nov 1834 - Age 30 Months
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5 F Anna Elizabeth Downing 1
AKA: Anna Elizabeth Downing
Born: 18 Aug 1834
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Died: 12 Jul 1836 - Age 23 Months
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6 M Davis H. Downing 1
AKA: Davis H. Downing
Born: 13 Feb 1838
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Died: 10 Nov 1840 - Age 33 Months
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7 F Ellen Frances Downing 1
AKA: Ellen Frances Downing
Born: 20 Apr 1840
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Died: 12 Jan 1892
Buried: - Uwchlan Fbg, Chester Co., PA 1
8 M Henry C. Downing 1
AKA: Henry C. Downing
Born: 4 Mar 1844 - Downingtown, Chester County, PA
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Died: Bef 1883 - Lionville, Chester Co., PA 1
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Spouse: Mary A. Jones ( -1883) 1
Marr: 24 Feb 1876 1
9 F Sarah Downing 1
AKA: Sarah Downing
Born: 27 Nov 1846 1
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Spouse: Holland Beidler ( - ) 1
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[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.
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[18401.ged]
1870 census for Uwchlan Township shows her name spelled "Thamazin".[Downing.ged]
1870 census for Uwchlan Township shows her name spelled "Thamazin". VILLAGE RECORD, Chester co., 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 Mary Couch Downing
[18401.ged]
NOTE: Marriage of 1st cousins ( ! ) The maiden name of Mary Couch Downing was...Downing! The fathers of the two were brothers, Joseph and William Downing. This also means that they share common grandparents: Thomas Downing and Sarah Smith.
The burial site of Mary Couch Downing in Freeport Cemetery, Harper County, Kansas, was discovered on the internet on December 28, 1997. Hard copy in files. The family farm was the 160 acres of the SE quarter of Section 5, Silve Creek Township.[Downing.ged]
NOTE: Marriage of 1st cousins ( ! ) The maiden name of Mary Couch Downing was ..Downing! The fathers of the two were brothers, Joseph and William Downing. This also means that they share common grandparents: Thomas Downing and Sarah Smith. VILLAGE RECORD, Chester county, September 14, 1841: "Marriage On thursday, the 2nd inst., by Wm. Wollerton, Esq., John B. Downing to Mary C. Downing, all of Uwchlan, Chester county." The burial site of Mary Couch Downing in Freeport Cemetery, Harper County, Kansas, was discovered on the internet on December 28, 1997, and visited by me in May, 1998. Hard copy in files. The family farm was the 160 acres of the SE quarter of Section 5, Silver Creek Township. Death certificates were not issued by Kansas prior to 1911. However, the City of Anthony maintained a ledger book recording deaths in their jurisdiction in years prior to that. On my May, 1999, trip to Anthony, I viewed the ledger and found Mary's name entered, with a cause of death as cardiac failure. The ledge is in the Anthony City Hall. Two obituaries were also found in the Anthony newspapers on microfilm. "Memories from Ruth Naomi Downing Simanek", dau. of Thomas Ellsworth Downing, notes the following about Mary: "I saw her once, but I was small and all I remember about her, she was a small woman."
General Notes for Child Thomas Downing ( I )
[Downing.ged]
Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Ground, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
General Notes for Child Thomas Downing ( II )
[18401.ged]
No issue of marriage. Resided in Uwchlan township, with post office address at Lionville, Chester County, Pennsylvania. From notes of Tom Downing.[Downing.ged]
No issue of marriage. Resided in Uwchlan township, with post office address at Lionville, Chester County, Pennsylvania. From notes of Tom Downing. Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Grounds, Lionville. LDS film 568854.
General Notes for Child Sarah S. Downing
[Downing.ged]
Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Ground, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
General Notes for Child Anna Elizabeth Downing
[Downing.ged]
Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Ground, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
General Notes for Child Davis H. Downing
[Downing.ged]
Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Ground, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
General Notes for Child Ellen Frances Downing
[18401.ged]
Never married.[Downing.ged]
Never married. LDS film 568854 shows a death date of 1891. Buried in Uwchlan Friends Burial Grounds, Lionville, Chester co., PA.
General Notes for Child Henry C. Downing
[18401.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Family, page 812: "Resides at Lionville, PA".[Downing.ged]
Genealogy of the Palmer-Trimble Family, page 812: "Resides at Lionville, PA". Wife's death info in 1883 indicates she was a widow; thus Henry died bef. 1883.
William Stapler Downing
Husband William Stapler Downing 1
Born: 30 Jan 1859 1
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Died: 25 Apr 1891 1
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Father: Samuel Spackman Downing (1825-1872) 1
Mother: Mary Stapler (1827-1895) 1
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