Emma C. McClenathan1,2
F, #6610, b. 30 March 1895, d. 16 March 1937
| Father* | Charles McClenathan3 |
| Mother* | Allice Beck3 |
| Last Edited | 7 Apr 2022 |
She was born on 30 March 1895 at Arkwright, Chautauqua County, New York, USA.1,2,3 Emma married Hugh Allen Gilray on 26 April 1918.1,4
Emma C. McClenathan died on 16 March 1937 at Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA, at age 41.1,2,3
Emma C. McClenathan was buried on 18 March 1937 at Sheridan Cemetery, Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA.1,2,3
The following obituary appeared in the newspaper the Dunkirk Evening Observer published in Dunkirk, New York 19 March 1937:
The following biographical information was shared at the family tree database of David Bolling, 22 November 1998:
Emma C. McClenathan died on 16 March 1937 at Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA, at age 41.1,2,3
Emma C. McClenathan was buried on 18 March 1937 at Sheridan Cemetery, Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA.1,2,3
The following obituary appeared in the newspaper the Dunkirk Evening Observer published in Dunkirk, New York 19 March 1937:
Mrs. Hugh A. Gilray Dies at Sheridan Home
Born in Town of Arkwright, Rev. O. L. Winger Officiates At Funeral
Sheridan, Mar. 19
Mrs. Emma McClenathan Gilray, wife of Hugh A. Gilray passed away at her home on Tuesday morning at two o'clock after an illness extending over a period of two years.
Mrs. Gilray was born in the town of Arkwight on March 30, 1895 and was a daughter of Charles and Alice Beck McClenathan. On April 26, 1918, she was married to Hugh A. Gilray, who survives her.
Mrs. Gilray was a devoted member of the Sheridan Methodist church and True Union Rebekah lodge.
Besides her husband Mrs. Gilray is survived by a son, Carlton Gilray at home, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles McClenathan, and the following brothers and sisters: William McClenathan, Smith Mills; Clarence McClenathan, Buffalo; George McClenathan, Washington; Raymond McClenathan, Erie, Pa; Walter McClenathan, and Mrs. Abba Hurd, Buffalo; Mrs. Leah Whittaker, Silver Creek; Mrs. Olive Aiff, Hamlet; and Mrs. Margaret Margeson, Irving.
Funeral services for Mrs. Gilray were held from her home on Thursday afternoon. The Rev. O. L. Wingar, pastor of the Cherry Creek Methodist Episcopal church, officiated assisted by the Rev. V. H. Oviat. Interment followed in Sheridan cemetery.3
Born in Town of Arkwright, Rev. O. L. Winger Officiates At Funeral
Sheridan, Mar. 19
Mrs. Emma McClenathan Gilray, wife of Hugh A. Gilray passed away at her home on Tuesday morning at two o'clock after an illness extending over a period of two years.
Mrs. Gilray was born in the town of Arkwight on March 30, 1895 and was a daughter of Charles and Alice Beck McClenathan. On April 26, 1918, she was married to Hugh A. Gilray, who survives her.
Mrs. Gilray was a devoted member of the Sheridan Methodist church and True Union Rebekah lodge.
Besides her husband Mrs. Gilray is survived by a son, Carlton Gilray at home, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles McClenathan, and the following brothers and sisters: William McClenathan, Smith Mills; Clarence McClenathan, Buffalo; George McClenathan, Washington; Raymond McClenathan, Erie, Pa; Walter McClenathan, and Mrs. Abba Hurd, Buffalo; Mrs. Leah Whittaker, Silver Creek; Mrs. Olive Aiff, Hamlet; and Mrs. Margaret Margeson, Irving.
Funeral services for Mrs. Gilray were held from her home on Thursday afternoon. The Rev. O. L. Wingar, pastor of the Cherry Creek Methodist Episcopal church, officiated assisted by the Rev. V. H. Oviat. Interment followed in Sheridan cemetery.3
The following biographical information was shared at the family tree database of David Bolling, 22 November 1998:
Emma was born in Forestville, NY and attended school there. She married Hugh "Shorty" Gilray in 1919. They first lived in Baltimore, MD where Shorty worked as a machinist. They came back to Sheridan in 1921 and Shorty built the Sheridan Garage. He was in partnership with a Mr. Reed whom he bought out around 1926.
Emma had a small restaurant built directly across from the Sheridan Garage called the "Jap-E-Land". At one time, she had two waitresses. Florence Cook Crawford was one of the waitresses. Emma and Shorty had one son, Carlton, born November 13, 1921 in Sheridan. Emma was well liked in the community; active in church, Rebecca's and other women's organizations. A good mother, she could do many things exceptionally well such as cooking, sewing, housework, canning and gardening. A very ambitious lady--she was never idle. Emma was ill the last three years of her life. She had cancer and was bed ridden the last six months of her life.
Marjorie (Gilray) Crosgrove.1
Emma had a small restaurant built directly across from the Sheridan Garage called the "Jap-E-Land". At one time, she had two waitresses. Florence Cook Crawford was one of the waitresses. Emma and Shorty had one son, Carlton, born November 13, 1921 in Sheridan. Emma was well liked in the community; active in church, Rebecca's and other women's organizations. A good mother, she could do many things exceptionally well such as cooking, sewing, housework, canning and gardening. A very ambitious lady--she was never idle. Emma was ill the last three years of her life. She had cancer and was bed ridden the last six months of her life.
Marjorie (Gilray) Crosgrove.1
Family | Hugh Allen Gilray b. 26 Apr 1896, d. 22 Oct 1953 |
| Marriage* | Emma married Hugh Allen Gilray on 26 April 1918.1,4 |
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Citations
- [S818] David Bolling, email attachment, David Bolling (Maryland), received Nov 22 1998.
- [S3862] Find A Grave memorial page , Find A Grave, Find A Grave search page; "A database submitted by individuals supposedly of cemetery interments, often from grave memorials or cemetery records and often supplemented by other information, generally without identification of the sources except when a tombstone photo is included."; cited as "Find A Grave., Emma Gilray née McClenathan
Grave marker transcription:
Emma C. Gil... 1895 - 19..
Hugh A. Gilray 1896 - 1953
Note that part of Emma gravestone is obscured by a bush. - [S6644] Mrs. Hugh A. Gilray Dies at Sheridan Home, Dunkirk Evening Observer, Dunkirk, New York, 19 Mar 1937, Page 5, column 6 viewed at Newspapers.com, Obituary: Emma Gilray nee McClenathan. Hereinafter cited as Evening Observer.
- [S3862] "Find A Grave", online Find A Grave search page: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi
Carlton Frederick Gilray1
M, #6611, b. 13 November 1921, d. 12 July 1995
| Father* | Hugh Allen Gilray2,3 b. 26 Apr 1896, d. 22 Oct 1953 |
| Mother* | Emma C. McClenathan2 b. 30 Mar 1895, d. 16 Mar 1937 |
| Relationship | 3rd cousin of Richard Graeme Moffat |
| Last Edited | 7 Apr 2022 |
He was born on 13 November 1921 at Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA.2
Carlton Frederick Gilray died on 12 July 1995 at Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA, at age 73.2
Pvt. Carlton Gilray ended his military service on 1 November 1945 at Camp Dix, New Jersey, USA,
He was Baptised/Christened at United Methodist Church, Sheridan, New York, USA.2
In the obituary of Emma McClenathan Gilray who died 16 March 1937, her son, Carlton Gilray at home, was listed as a survivor.5
The following article appeared in the Dunkirk, New York Dunkirk Evening Observer, 17 July 1945 :
The following article appeared in the Dunkirk, New York Dunkirk Evening Observer, 19 October 1945 :
In the obituary of Hugh A. Gilray who died 22 October 1953, his son, Carlton Gilray, was listed as a survivor.6
The following biographical information was shared at the family tree database of David Bolling, 22 November 1998:
Carlton Frederick Gilray died on 12 July 1995 at Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA, at age 73.2
Pvt. Carlton Gilray ended his military service on 1 November 1945 at Camp Dix, New Jersey, USA,
End of Military Service section.4
He was Baptised/Christened at United Methodist Church, Sheridan, New York, USA.2
In the obituary of Emma McClenathan Gilray who died 16 March 1937, her son, Carlton Gilray at home, was listed as a survivor.5
The following article appeared in the Dunkirk, New York Dunkirk Evening Observer, 17 July 1945 :
PFC. Carlton Gilray Wins Bronze Star
Pfc. Carlton F. Gilray, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Gilray of Sheridan, has been awarded the bronze star medal for heroic achievement in action. He is a member of the 91st Infantry Division.
The incident for which Pfc. Gilray was cited occurred April 28, 1945 near Barbarana, Italy. His Battalion, advancing rapidly along the highway toward Treviso, Italy, was suddenly halted by heavy machine gun fire from enemy positions in the hills flanking the roads. The commendation roads.
"With this strong enemy force threatening their progress, Pfc Gilray and another soldier, without thought for their personal safety, immediately volunteered to reach the hills and destroy the enemy. Disregarding the intense enemy machine gun fire, Pfc Gilray advanced forward and with hand grenades destroyed the machine guns and forced the enemy to surrender.
"Then Gilray placed accurate rifle fire on an enemy mortar position and after wounding one of the crewmen, the remaining enemy troops surrendered. His courageous initiative and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and on the armed forces of the United States."
Pfc. Gilray's wife and two children are residing in Buffalo.3
Pfc. Carlton F. Gilray, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Gilray of Sheridan, has been awarded the bronze star medal for heroic achievement in action. He is a member of the 91st Infantry Division.
The incident for which Pfc. Gilray was cited occurred April 28, 1945 near Barbarana, Italy. His Battalion, advancing rapidly along the highway toward Treviso, Italy, was suddenly halted by heavy machine gun fire from enemy positions in the hills flanking the roads. The commendation roads.
"With this strong enemy force threatening their progress, Pfc Gilray and another soldier, without thought for their personal safety, immediately volunteered to reach the hills and destroy the enemy. Disregarding the intense enemy machine gun fire, Pfc Gilray advanced forward and with hand grenades destroyed the machine guns and forced the enemy to surrender.
"Then Gilray placed accurate rifle fire on an enemy mortar position and after wounding one of the crewmen, the remaining enemy troops surrendered. His courageous initiative and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and on the armed forces of the United States."
Pfc. Gilray's wife and two children are residing in Buffalo.3
The following article appeared in the Dunkirk, New York Dunkirk Evening Observer, 19 October 1945 :
Pvt. Carlton Gilray is home on a 30-day furlough and will return to Camp Dix, N.J., November 1, when he will receive his discharge. He served in the European theater of war for two years.4
In the obituary of Hugh A. Gilray who died 22 October 1953, his son, Carlton Gilray, was listed as a survivor.6
The following biographical information was shared at the family tree database of David Bolling, 22 November 1998:
Carlton was born at home.
Carlton was a 1939 graduate from Silver Creek High School and then attended Dunkirk Business Institute. He was a streetcar driver before entering the army to serve in WWII as a member of the 91st Infantry Division. He received the Bronze Star while serving in Italy. [See newspaper account above.] Carlton returned home to Sheridan with his family and ran the Sheridan Garage with his father for many years until he became Postmaster of the Sheridan Post Office. He retired in November of 1987. - Marjorie (Gilray) Crosgrove.2
Carlton was a 1939 graduate from Silver Creek High School and then attended Dunkirk Business Institute. He was a streetcar driver before entering the army to serve in WWII as a member of the 91st Infantry Division. He received the Bronze Star while serving in Italy. [See newspaper account above.] Carlton returned home to Sheridan with his family and ran the Sheridan Garage with his father for many years until he became Postmaster of the Sheridan Post Office. He retired in November of 1987. - Marjorie (Gilray) Crosgrove.2
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Citations
- [S157] David Bolling, "David Bolling, Seamer Parish Records Film 0919209," e-mail message from (email address withheld for privacy) (Maryland) to Rick Moffat. Hereinafter cited as "David Bolling, Seamer Parish Records Film 0919209."
- [S818] David Bolling, email attachment, David Bolling (Maryland), received Nov 22 1998.
- [S5556] Pfc. Carlton Gilray Wins Bronze Star, Dunkirk Evening Observer, Dunkirk, New York, Jul 17, 1945, Page 8, column 6 viewed at Newspapers.com, Dunkirk Evening Observer (Dunkirk, New York); 17 Jul 1945, Tue.; Page 8, column 6
Pfc. Carlton Gilray Wins Bronze Star. Hereinafter cited as Dunkirk Evening Observer. - [S5557] (none), Dunkirk Evening Observer, Dunkirk, New York, Oct 19, 1945, Page 9, column 6 viewed at Newspapers.com, Pvt. Carlton Gilray home on furlough & discharge. Hereinafter cited as Dunkirk Evening Observer.
- [S6644] Mrs. Hugh A. Gilray Dies at Sheridan Home, Dunkirk Evening Observer, Dunkirk, New York, 19 Mar 1937, Page 5, column 6 viewed at Newspapers.com, Obituary: Emma Gilray nee McClenathan. Hereinafter cited as Evening Observer.
- [S6640] Hugh Gilray of Sheridan Dies, The Grape Belt and Chautauqua Farmer, Dunkirk, New York, Oct 30, 1953, Page 1, column 3 viewed at Newspapers.com, Obituary: Hugh A. Gilray. Hereinafter cited as Grape Belt & Chautauqua Farmer.
Karla Kay Gilray1
F, #6613, b. 23 March 1941
| Father* | Carlton Frederick Gilray1 b. 13 Nov 1921, d. 12 Jul 1995 |
| Relationship | 3rd cousin 1 time removed of Richard Graeme Moffat |
| Last Edited | 26 Sep 2020 |
She was born on 23 March 1941 at Buffalo, Erie County, New York, USA.1 Karla married Henry Allen Niedbalski on 10 November 1979 at Sheridan, Chautauqua County, New York, USA, Henry is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester Niedbalski of Burr Road, Brocton, NY. He is a graduate of Dunkirk High School. In 1979, he was employed by True Temper Co.
Henry and Karla reside in Brocton. (1979.)1
Note regarding Karla Kay Gilray: Karla is a graduate of Dunkirk High School.
In 1979, Karla was employed by the Town of Sheridan Finance Department.1
In the obituary of Jeffery Gilray who died 5 May 2016, his sister, Karla Niedbalski, was listed as predeceased.2
Henry and Karla reside in Brocton. (1979.)1
Note regarding Karla Kay Gilray: Karla is a graduate of Dunkirk High School.
In 1979, Karla was employed by the Town of Sheridan Finance Department.1
In the obituary of Jeffery Gilray who died 5 May 2016, his sister, Karla Niedbalski, was listed as predeceased.2
Family | Henry Allen Niedbalski b. 24 Dec 1942 |
Citations
- [S818] David Bolling, email attachment, David Bolling (Maryland), received Nov 22 1998.
- [S10762] Obituaries, Observer, Dunkirk, New York, 18 May 2016, Page 2, column 7 viewed at Observer Today, Obituary: Jeffery Gilray. Hereinafter cited as Observer.
Jeffrey Lyn Gilray1
M, #6614, b. 23 October 1943, d. 5 May 2016
| Father* | Carlton Frederick Gilray1 b. 13 Nov 1921, d. 12 Jul 1995 |
| Relationship | 3rd cousin 1 time removed of Richard Graeme Moffat |
| Last Edited | 10 Jul 2022 |
He was born on 23 October 1943 at Buffalo, Erie County, New York, USA.1 Jeffrey married Nancy C. Niebuhr in 1970 or 1977.2,3
Jeffrey Lyn Gilray died on 5 May 2016 at New York, USA, at age 72.3
The following selected information is extracted from the obituary of Jeffery Gilray.
Jeffrey Lyn Gilray was Baptised/Christened at Methodist Church, Buffalo, New York, USA.1
The following biographical information was shared at the family tree database of David Bolling, 22 November 1998:
See the footnotes below for a link to his obituary that appeared in the newspaper the Observer published in Dunkirk, New York, 18 May 2016.3
Jeffrey Lyn Gilray died on 5 May 2016 at New York, USA, at age 72.3
The following selected information is extracted from the obituary of Jeffery Gilray.
Jeffrey Lyn Gilray was Baptised/Christened at Methodist Church, Buffalo, New York, USA.1
The following biographical information was shared at the family tree database of David Bolling, 22 November 1998:
Jeffrey graduated from Fredonia High School and then went to the State University at Farmingdale where he specialized in landscaping and landscaping design. He works for the Alden Nursery and lives in East Aurora, NY. For many years, Jeff did the planning, planting and even praying so that every flower, tree and shrub in the landscaping project at the model home exhibit would be perfect for the Home Show held at the Convention Center in Buffalo each year. An article and his picture appeared in the Buffalo Evening News, Friday, March 14, 1980. - Marjorie (Gilray) Crosgrove
Birth date may be 13 Oct according to an FC article about Jeffrey celebrating his 11th birthday in 1954.1
Birth date may be 13 Oct according to an FC article about Jeffrey celebrating his 11th birthday in 1954.1
See the footnotes below for a link to his obituary that appeared in the newspaper the Observer published in Dunkirk, New York, 18 May 2016.3
Family | Nancy C. Niebuhr b. 18 Sep 1945 |
| Marriage* | Jeffrey married Nancy C. Niebuhr in 1970 or 1977.2,3 |
Citations
- [S818] David Bolling, email attachment, David Bolling (Maryland), received Nov 22 1998.
- [S818] David Bolling, Nov 22 1998, 1970.
- [S10762] Obituaries, Observer, Dunkirk, New York, 18 May 2016, Page 2, column 7 viewed at Observer Today, Obituary: Jeffery Gilray. Hereinafter cited as Observer.
John V Christy1,2,3
M, #6619, b. 15 June 1889, d. 10 October 1975
| Father* | George Christy3 b. c 1865 |
| Last Edited | 16 Jun 2022 |
He was born on 15 June 1889 at New York, USA.4,1,2,3 John married Ruth M. Gilray on 20 April 1921, according to the 1930 census, he was 31 and she was 27 at the time of their marriage.1,5,3
John V Christy died on 10 October 1975 at New York, USA, at age 86 Jack worked at S. Howes Co. in Silver Creek. He was a bookkeeper.1,4
John V Christy was buried at Hanover Center Cemetery, Hanover, Oneida County, New York, USA.1
He was commonly known as Jack.1
John V and Ruth M. Christy appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of Silver Creek, Hanover Twp., Chautauqua County, New York, enumerated 19 April 1930, described as a book-keeper in a Dining Car Factory.5
John V and Ruth Christy appeared on the 1940 U.S. Federal Census of Silver Creek, Hanover Twp., Chautauqua County, New York, enumerated 17 April 1940, described as "clerical" in the trucking industry and she was a stenographer in the manufacturing industry. Their children: John, were listed as living with them. As was his father, George Christy.3
John V Christy died on 10 October 1975 at New York, USA, at age 86 Jack worked at S. Howes Co. in Silver Creek. He was a bookkeeper.1,4
John V Christy was buried at Hanover Center Cemetery, Hanover, Oneida County, New York, USA.1
He was commonly known as Jack.1
John V and Ruth M. Christy appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of Silver Creek, Hanover Twp., Chautauqua County, New York, enumerated 19 April 1930, described as a book-keeper in a Dining Car Factory.5
John V and Ruth Christy appeared on the 1940 U.S. Federal Census of Silver Creek, Hanover Twp., Chautauqua County, New York, enumerated 17 April 1940, described as "clerical" in the trucking industry and she was a stenographer in the manufacturing industry. Their children: John, were listed as living with them. As was his father, George Christy.3
Family | Ruth M. Gilray b. 22 Jun 1893, d. 23 Jan 1959 |
| Marriage* | John married Ruth M. Gilray on 20 April 1921, according to the 1930 census, he was 31 and she was 27 at the time of their marriage.1,5,3 |
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Citations
- [S818] David Bolling, email attachment, David Bolling (Maryland), received Nov 22 1998.
- [S1536] John V Christy household, 19 Apr 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Washington, DC, USA, Hanover, Chautauqua, New York ; Page: 17B; Enumeration District: 109, United States of America, Bureau of the Census; National Archives and Records Administration Roll: 1412;; Image: 502.0., Household Members: Name Age
John V Christy 40
Ruth M Christy 36
Mary L Christy 1 4/12. - [S6633] John V Christy household, April 17, 1940 U.S. Census, Washington, DC, USA, Silver Creek, Chautauqua, New York ; Page: 10B; ; Enumeration District: 7-59, United States of America, Bureau of the Census; National Archives and Records Administration Roll: T627_2510.
- [S501] U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014, online 1935-2014, JOHN CHRISTY 15 Jun 1889 Oct 1975 12043 (Cobleskill, Schoharie, NY) (none specified) 094-01-1160 New York. Hereinafter cited as SSDI.
- [S1536] 19 Apr 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Washington, DC, USA, Hanover, Chautauqua, New York ; Page: 17B; Enumeration District: 109.