William Creenshank1

M, #45001
Last Edited4 Feb 2022
     William married Kattie Evans.1

Family

Kattie Evans
Child

Citations

  1. [S5331] Iowa, U.S., Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996 (Publisher: FamilySearch), Ancestry.com, Iowa, U.S., Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996; "Original data: Iowa, Marriages. Salt Lake City, Utah: FamilySearch, 2013. No images"; cited as "Iowa, Select Marriages Index., Walter R. Calhoon & Maggie E. Creenshank, Marriage Date: 01 May 1890, Clarion, Wright, Iowa.

Kattie Evans1

F, #45002
Last Edited4 Feb 2022
     Kattie married William Creenshank.1

Family

William Creenshank
Child

Citations

  1. [S5331] Iowa, U.S., Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996 (Publisher: FamilySearch), Ancestry.com, Iowa, U.S., Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996; "Original data: Iowa, Marriages. Salt Lake City, Utah: FamilySearch, 2013. No images"; cited as "Iowa, Select Marriages Index., Walter R. Calhoon & Maggie E. Creenshank, Marriage Date: 01 May 1890, Clarion, Wright, Iowa.

Robert Emil Lussow1

M, #45004, b. 20 November 1914, d. 30 April 1965
Father*Robert William Lussow1
Mother*Eleanor Ida Struckmeyer2,1
Last Edited15 May 2022
     He was born on 20 November 1914 at Maywood, Proviso Twp., Cook County, Illinois, USA.2,3 Alternatively, he may have been born circa 1917 at Illinois, USA, since he was age 23 in the 1940 census, and 33 in the 1950 census.4,5 Robert married Marion Byrl Hobbs.6,4,5
     Robert Emil Lussow died on 30 April 1965 at Orange County, California, USA, at age 50.2
     Robert and Marion Lussow appeared on the 1940 U.S. Federal Census of Saint Charles, Saint Charles Twp., Kane County, Illinois, enumerated 23 April 1940, described as a stock keeper in the fiber molding industry. They had lived in the same place in 1935.4
     Robert Emil Lussow, of St. Charles, registered for the draft on 16 October 1942 at St. Charles, Kane County, Illinois, USA, at the age of 27. He was employed by Hawley Products Co. of St. Charles. He listed his next-of-kin/contact person as his wife, Marion Byrl Lussow. He was described as 6' and 183 lbs. with blue eyes, blonde hair and a light complexion.3
     Robert E. and Marion B. Lussow appeared on the 1950 U.S. Federal Census of Brea, Orange County, California, enumerated 18 April 1950, described as a lather (worked with a lathe?) in the contractor industry, and she was a grader in a cannery. Their children: Ronald K., were listed as living with them.5

Family

Marion Byrl Hobbs b. c 1917
Marriage*Robert married Marion Byrl Hobbs.6,4,5 
Child

Citations

  1. [S10481] Cook County, Illinois, Birth Certificates Index, 1871-1922 (Publisher: Illinois Department of Public Health. Division of Vital Records, Springfield.), Ancestry.com, Cook County, Illinois, Births Index, 1878-1922; "Cook County Birth Certificates, 1878–1922. Illinois Department of Public Health. Division of Vital Records, Springfield. No images"; cited as "Cook County, Illinois, Birth Certificates Index., Robert Emil Lussow; 20 Nov 1916; Father: Robert William Lussow, Mother: Eleanor Ida Struckmeyer.
  2. [S6599] California, Death Index, 1940-1997 (Publisher: State of California Department of Health Services, Center for Health Statistics.), Ancestry.com, California Death Index, 1940-1997; "Based upon original date: State of California. California Death Index, 1940-1997. Sacramento, CA, USA: State of California Department of Health Services, Center for Health Statistics"; cited as "California Death Index., Name: Robert E Lussow, Death Date: 30 Apr 1965, Orange County, Birth Date: 20 Nov 1914, Birth Place: Illinois, Mother's Maiden Name: Struckme.
  3. [S8085] U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 (Publisher: Ancestry.com), Ancestry.com, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947; "Database created from Draft Registration Cards of all U.S. states. Images are in Fold3, requiring a subscription to view"; cited as "US WWII Draft., Robert Emil Lussow; Registration Date: 16 Oct 1940, Illinois, USA, Birth Date: 20 Nov 1914, Maywood, Illinois, USA, Height: 6, Weight: 183, Eye Color: Blue, Hair Color: Blonde, Complexion: Light, Employer: Hawley Products Co, Next of Kin: Marion Byrl Lussow.
  4. [S12397] Robert Lussow household, 23 Apr 1940 U.S. Federal Census, Washington, DC, USA, Ward 1, Saint Charles, Saint Charles (township) Kane, Illinois; Page: 17A; Enumeration District: 455-107; Family: 343, United States of America, Bureau of the Census; National Archives and Records Administration.
  5. [S12767] Robert E Lussow household, 18 Apr 1950 U.S. Federal Census, Washington, DC, USA, Brea, Orange, California; Sheet: 20; Enumeration District: 30-45; Dwelling: 219, United States of America, Bureau of the Census; National Archives and Records Administration.
  6. [S283] Social Security Applications and Claims Index, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (United States: Social Security Administration), Name: Ronnie Kent Lussow; Birth: 11 Jul 1942, St Charles K, Illinois; Death: 22 Jan 2001 ; Parents: Robert E Lussow & Marion Hobbs. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applications.

Ronald K. Lussow1

M, #45005, b. 11 July 1942, d. 22 January 2001
Father*Robert Emil Lussow2,1 b. 20 Nov 1914, d. 30 Apr 1965
Mother*Marion Byrl Hobbs2,1 b. c 1917
Relationship4th cousin 1 time removed of Richard Graeme Moffat
Last Edited14 May 2022
     He was born on 11 July 1942 at Saint Charles, Kane County, Illinois, USA.2,3,1
     Ronald K. Lussow died on 22 January 2001 at age 58.2,3
     
Military Service

     Ronald K. Lussow began military service on 8 January 1962 at the age of 19 joining the US Navy.3 Ronald K. Lussow ended his military service on 2 May 1966
End of Military Service section.3

     He was also known as Ronnie Kent Lussow.2

Ronald K. appeared on the 1950 Federal Census of Brea, Orange County, California in the household of his parents, Robert and Marion B. Lussow.4

Citations

  1. [S12397] Robert Lussow household, 23 Apr 1940 U.S. Federal Census, Washington, DC, USA, Ward 1, Saint Charles, Saint Charles (township) Kane, Illinois; Page: 17A; Enumeration District: 455-107; Family: 343, United States of America, Bureau of the Census; National Archives and Records Administration.
  2. [S283] Social Security Applications and Claims Index, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (United States: Social Security Administration), Name: Ronnie Kent Lussow; Birth: 11 Jul 1942, St Charles K, Illinois; Death: 22 Jan 2001 ; Parents: Robert E Lussow & Marion Hobbs. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applications.
  3. [S3870] U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010 (Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs), Ancestry.com, U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010; "Original data: Beneficiary Identification Records Locator Subsystem (BIRLS) Death File. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs."; cited as "BIRLS Death File., Ronald K Lussow, Birth Date: 11 Jul 1942, Death Date: 26 Jan 2001, Enlistment Date: 08 Jan 1962, Enlistment Branch: NAVY, Discharge Date: 02 May 1966.
  4. [S12767] Robert E Lussow household, 18 Apr 1950 U.S. Federal Census, Washington, DC, USA, Brea, Orange, California; Sheet: 20; Enumeration District: 30-45; Dwelling: 219, United States of America, Bureau of the Census; National Archives and Records Administration.

Wallace Ruppert Ross1

M, #45010, b. 4 June 1899, d. 5 February 1988
Father*William Ross2
Mother*Hattie Ingram2
Last Edited10 Jul 2022
     He was born on 4 June 1899, in the North East Maragee district, at Inverness County, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.3,4,2 Alternatively, he may have been born on 4 June 1897 in the North East Maragee district, at Inverness County, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, according to his WWI attestation papers.5 Wallace married Margaret McKinnon on 4 February 1928 at Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, USA. Note that their naturalization petition gives their marriage date one day earlier, on 03 Feb 1928.6,2,1
     Wallace Ruppert Ross died on 5 February 1988 at Florida, USA, at age 88.4
     The following selected information is extracted from the obituary of Wallace R. Ross.
Survived by his wife, Margaret E. Ross. Survivor(s): Wallace J. Ross.4

     
Canadian Military Service - WWI

     Wallace Rupert Ross of Sydney Mines began military service on 17 December 1915 at the age of 16, although he claimed to be 18, joining the Nova Scotia Rifles. He was described as being 5' 9" with grey eyes, brown hair and a fresh complexion. He was assigned regimental number 715485.5
     He immigrated on 8 July 1921 thru Vanceboro, Maine, USA, from Inverness County, Nova Scotia.1 He declared the intention to become naturalized on 13 March 1941 at Boston, Massachusetts, USA.1
     Wallace Ruppert Ross, of Boston, registered for the draft on 15 February 1942 at Jamaica Plain, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, USA, at the age of 42. He was employed by Brunswick Back (sic) Collender Company. He listed his next-of-kin/contact person as his wife, Margaret Ross. He was described as 6' 1" and 185 lbs, with hazel eyes, brown hair and a light complexion. He had a scar on his right cheek and the back of his head.3 Wallace Ruppert Ross was naturalized on 16 April 1945 at U.S. District Court, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.7
     See the footnotes below for a link to his obituary that appeared in the newspaper The Orlando Sentinel published in Orlando, Florida, 6 February 1988.4

Family

Margaret E. McKinnon b. 12 Jun 1907
Marriage*Wallace married Margaret McKinnon on 4 February 1928 at Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, USA. Note that their naturalization petition gives their marriage date one day earlier, on 03 Feb 1928.6,2,1 
Child

Citations

  1. [S12401] Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records, 1798-1950 (Publisher: National Archives at Boston, Waltham, Massachusetts), Ancestry.com, Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records, 1798-1950; "This database consists of naturalization records for Massachusetts from U.S. District Courts, as well as from the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Images included"; cited as "Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records,., Wallace Ruppert Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Declaration Date: 13 Mar 1941, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, Declaration Age: 41, Arrival Date: 08 Jul 1921, Vanceboro, Maine, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1899, Inverness Co, Nova Scotia, Canada, Has Photo: Y.
  2. [S12400] New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947 (Publisher: New England Historical Genealogical Society), Ancestry.com, New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947; "Online index and digital images"; cited as "New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records., Wallace R Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Marriage Date: 04 Feb 1928, Nashua, New Hampshire, USA; Groom's parents: William Ross & Hattie Ingram, Bride's parents: James McKinnon & Annie Grant.
  3. [S8085] U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 (Publisher: Ancestry.com), Ancestry.com, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947; "Database created from Draft Registration Cards of all U.S. states. Images are in Fold3, requiring a subscription to view"; cited as "US WWII Draft., Wallace Ruppert Ross; Registration Date: 15 Feb 1942, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1899, Inverness Co Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Height: 6'' 1", Weight: 185, Eye Color: Hazel, Hair Color: Brown, Complexion: Light, Employer: Brunswick Back Collender Co, Next of Kin: Mrs Margaret Ross.
  4. [S12399] Obituaries: Wallace R. Ross, The Orlando Sentinel, Orlando, Florida, 06 Feb 1988, Page 37. column 3 viewed at Newspapers.com, Obituary: Wallace R. ROSS (Aged 88). Hereinafter cited as Orlando Sentinel.
  5. [S9740] Canada, WWI CEF Personnel Files, 1914-1918 (Publisher: Library and Archives Canada), Ancestry.com, Canada, WWI CEF Personnel Files, 1914-1918 search; "These service file images are uslaly identical to those provided by the LAC index and attached files, but in at least one case, I have found extract informationhere"; cited as "Canada, WWI CEF Personnel Files., Wallace Rupert Ross, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1897, NE Margaree, Inverness Co, Cape Breton, Age: 17, Next of Kin: John Ross, Next of Kin Relationship: Brother, Military Date: 1914-1918, Regiment Number: 715485, Residence: Sydney, Mines, Sibling: John Ross.
  6. [S12398] Roslindale Girl To Wed on Aug. 6, The Boston Globe, unknown location, Engagement: Lussow - Ross. Hereinafter cited as Boston Globe.
  7. [S9795] U.S. Naturalization Records Indexes, 1794-1995 (Publisher: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Microfilm Publications), Ancestry.com, U.S. Naturalization Records Indexes, 1794-1995; "This database includes images of the original index cards"; cited as "U.S. Naturalization Records Indexes., Wallace Ruppert Ross, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1899, Age: 46, Locality, Court: District of Masssachusetts, District Court, Massachusetts.
  8. [S283] Social Security Applications and Claims Index, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (United States: Social Security Administration), Name: Wallace James Ross; Birth: 31 May 1928, Cambridge, Massachusetts; Death: 17 Apr 1996 ; Parents: Wallace R Ross & Margarit Mackenney. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applications.

Margaret E. McKinnon1

F, #45011, b. 12 June 1907
Father*James McKinnon2
Mother*Annie Grant2
Last Edited5 Feb 2022
     She was born on 12 June 1907 at Inverness County, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.2,3 Alternatively, she may have been born on 11 June 1905 according to her naturalization record (if this is the correct person.)4 Margaret married Wallace R. Ross on 4 February 1928 at Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, USA. Note that their naturalization petition gives their marriage date one day earlier, on 03 Feb 1928.5,2,3
     Margaret Ross was listed as next-of-kin/contact on the draft registration of her husband, Wallace Ruppert Ross.6 Margaret E. McKinnon was naturalized on 11 April 1960 at U.S. District Court, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.4
     In the obituary of Wallace R. Ross who died 5 February 1988, his wife, Margaret E. Ross, was listed as a survivor.1

Family

Wallace Ruppert Ross b. 4 Jun 1899, d. 5 Feb 1988
Child

Citations

  1. [S12399] Obituaries: Wallace R. Ross, The Orlando Sentinel, Orlando, Florida, 06 Feb 1988, Page 37. column 3 viewed at Newspapers.com, Obituary: Wallace R. ROSS (Aged 88). Hereinafter cited as Orlando Sentinel.
  2. [S12400] New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947 (Publisher: New England Historical Genealogical Society), Ancestry.com, New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947; "Online index and digital images"; cited as "New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records., Wallace R Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Marriage Date: 04 Feb 1928, Nashua, New Hampshire, USA; Groom's parents: William Ross & Hattie Ingram, Bride's parents: James McKinnon & Annie Grant.
  3. [S12401] Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records, 1798-1950 (Publisher: National Archives at Boston, Waltham, Massachusetts), Ancestry.com, Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records, 1798-1950; "This database consists of naturalization records for Massachusetts from U.S. District Courts, as well as from the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Images included"; cited as "Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records,., Wallace Ruppert Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Declaration Date: 13 Mar 1941, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, Declaration Age: 41, Arrival Date: 08 Jul 1921, Vanceboro, Maine, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1899, Inverness Co, Nova Scotia, Canada, Has Photo: Y.
  4. [S9795] U.S. Naturalization Records Indexes, 1794-1995 (Publisher: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Microfilm Publications), Ancestry.com, U.S. Naturalization Records Indexes, 1794-1995; "This database includes images of the original index cards"; cited as "U.S. Naturalization Records Indexes., Margaret Elizabeth Ross, Birth Date: 11 Jun 1905, Age: 55, Locality, Court: District of Masssachusetts, District Court, Massachusetts.
  5. [S12398] Roslindale Girl To Wed on Aug. 6, The Boston Globe, unknown location, Engagement: Lussow - Ross. Hereinafter cited as Boston Globe.
  6. [S8085] U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 (Publisher: Ancestry.com), Ancestry.com, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947; "Database created from Draft Registration Cards of all U.S. states. Images are in Fold3, requiring a subscription to view"; cited as "US WWII Draft., Wallace Ruppert Ross; Registration Date: 15 Feb 1942, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1899, Inverness Co Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Height: 6'' 1", Weight: 185, Eye Color: Hazel, Hair Color: Brown, Complexion: Light, Employer: Brunswick Back Collender Co, Next of Kin: Mrs Margaret Ross.
  7. [S283] Social Security Applications and Claims Index, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (United States: Social Security Administration), Name: Wallace James Ross; Birth: 31 May 1928, Cambridge, Massachusetts; Death: 17 Apr 1996 ; Parents: Wallace R Ross & Margarit Mackenney. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applications.

Wallace James Ross1

M, #45012, b. 31 May 1928, d. 17 April 1996
Father*Wallace Ruppert Ross1,2 b. 4 Jun 1899, d. 5 Feb 1988
Mother*Margaret E. McKinnon1,2 b. 12 Jun 1907
Last Edited5 Feb 2022
     He was born on 31 May 1928 at Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.1,3,4
     Wallace James Ross died on 17 April 1996 at Newton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, USA, at age 67.1,3
     In the obituary of Wallace R. Ross who died 5 February 1988, his son, Wallace J. Ross, of Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, was listed as a survivor.2

Citations

  1. [S283] Social Security Applications and Claims Index, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (United States: Social Security Administration), Name: Wallace James Ross; Birth: 31 May 1928, Cambridge, Massachusetts; Death: 17 Apr 1996 ; Parents: Wallace R Ross & Margarit Mackenney. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applications.
  2. [S12399] Obituaries: Wallace R. Ross, The Orlando Sentinel, Orlando, Florida, 06 Feb 1988, Page 37. column 3 viewed at Newspapers.com, Obituary: Wallace R. ROSS (Aged 88). Hereinafter cited as Orlando Sentinel.
  3. [S5935] Massachusetts, Death Index, 1901-1980 , Ancestry.com, Massachusetts, Death Index, 1901-1980; "This database is an index to death records for the State of Massachusetts, USA, from 1970 through 2003. No images are included"; cited as "Massachusetts, Death Index., Wallace J Ross, Death Date: 17 Apr 1996, Newton, Massachusetts, Birth Date: 31 May 1928, Massachusetts.
  4. [S12401] Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records, 1798-1950 (Publisher: National Archives at Boston, Waltham, Massachusetts), Ancestry.com, Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records, 1798-1950; "This database consists of naturalization records for Massachusetts from U.S. District Courts, as well as from the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Images included"; cited as "Massachusetts, U.S., State and Federal Naturalization Records,., Wallace Ruppert Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Declaration Date: 13 Mar 1941, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, Declaration Age: 41, Arrival Date: 08 Jul 1921, Vanceboro, Maine, Birth Date: 04 Jun 1899, Inverness Co, Nova Scotia, Canada, Has Photo: Y.

William Ross1

M, #45013
Last Edited5 Feb 2022
     He was born at Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.1 William married Hattie Ingram.1

Family

Hattie Ingram
Child

Citations

  1. [S12400] New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947 (Publisher: New England Historical Genealogical Society), Ancestry.com, New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947; "Online index and digital images"; cited as "New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records., Wallace R Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Marriage Date: 04 Feb 1928, Nashua, New Hampshire, USA; Groom's parents: William Ross & Hattie Ingram, Bride's parents: James McKinnon & Annie Grant.

Hattie Ingram1

F, #45014
Last Edited5 Feb 2022
     Hattie married William Ross.1 She was born at Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.1

Family

William Ross
Child

Citations

  1. [S12400] New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947 (Publisher: New England Historical Genealogical Society), Ancestry.com, New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947; "Online index and digital images"; cited as "New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records., Wallace R Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Marriage Date: 04 Feb 1928, Nashua, New Hampshire, USA; Groom's parents: William Ross & Hattie Ingram, Bride's parents: James McKinnon & Annie Grant.

James McKinnon1

M, #45015
Last Edited5 Feb 2022
     He was born at Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.1 James married Annie Grant.1

Family

Annie Grant
Child

Citations

  1. [S12400] New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947 (Publisher: New England Historical Genealogical Society), Ancestry.com, New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947; "Online index and digital images"; cited as "New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records., Wallace R Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Marriage Date: 04 Feb 1928, Nashua, New Hampshire, USA; Groom's parents: William Ross & Hattie Ingram, Bride's parents: James McKinnon & Annie Grant.

Annie Grant1

F, #45016
Last Edited5 Feb 2022
     Annie married James McKinnon.1 She was born at Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.1

Family

James McKinnon
Child

Citations

  1. [S12400] New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947 (Publisher: New England Historical Genealogical Society), Ancestry.com, New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records, 1659-1947; "Online index and digital images"; cited as "New Hampshire, U.S., Marriage and Divorce Records., Wallace R Ross & Margaret McKinnon, Marriage Date: 04 Feb 1928, Nashua, New Hampshire, USA; Groom's parents: William Ross & Hattie Ingram, Bride's parents: James McKinnon & Annie Grant.

Francis Guy Waldrop1

M, #45018, b. 4 June 1925, d. 3 June 2000
Last Edited14 Feb 2023
     He was born on 4 June 1925 at Pinkstaff, Lawrence County, Illinois, USA.1 Francis married Doris Elaine Haefner on 15 October 1949 at First Methodist Church, DeKalb, DeKalb County, Illinois, USA. Note that her obituary gave Oct 18th as her anniveersary date, but that was not a Saturday as noted in the newspaper item about their marriage.2
     Following is other selected information from a newspaper article about their wedding:
Her parents were listed as R. H. Haefner and Mrs. R. H. Haefner. Donald Haefner served as an usher. Sylvia Maitland served in other roles (see their page for details.)2

     Francis Guy Waldrop died on 3 June 2000 at age 74.1
     Francis Guy Waldrop was buried at Oak Mound Cemetery, Somonauk Twp., DeKalb County, Illinois, USA.1
     The following article appeared in the DeKalb, Illinois The Daily Chronicle, 18 October 1949 :
Among The Women
     In a lovely candlelight service at the First Methodist Church in DeKalb at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon, Doris Elaine Haefner of 1018 State Street, DeKalb and Francis G. Waldrop, also of DeKalb, were united in marriage. Rev, Paul Benedict officiated at the double ring ceremony. The bride the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Haefner and the groom, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Waldrop of Birds.
     Decorations at the altar were two baskets of white gladioli with fern leaves. Organ music was furnished by Prof. Charles Baker, and. the soloist was Joyce Franzene. Selections sung at the wedding were "I Love You Truly,” and “Because,“ favorite selections, of the bride and groom, and “The Lord's Prayer" as the couple knelt at the altar.
     Eleanor Konte, lifelong friend and schoolmate, was the bride's attendant. Her dress was of forest green taffeta with off-the-shoulder effect, and trimmed In green net with matching green net mitts. She wore a wreath of yellow carnations and baby mums in her hair, and carried a bouquet of yellow mums and carnations.
     The best man was Donaid Waldrop, brother of the groom. Ushers were Donald Haefner, brother of the bride and Marlin Waldrop, brother of the groom.
     Mr. Haefner, father of the bride, gave her in marriage. Her gown was of Ivory satin styled with a sweetheart neckline embroidered in small pearl beads, the sleeves were long and pointed at the wrists and the bodice was tightly fitted and the full skirt ended in a long train. Her fingertip veil was in Dutch cap effect of French illusion net and her only jewelry was a single strand of pearls. She carried a bouquet of white carnations and chrysanthemums centered with an orchid and having a shower with satin streamers
     A reception was held in the church parlors for 75 guests. The lovely three-tiered wedding cake and a wreath of rosebuds and ferns formed the table centerpiece. Assisting at the reception were Nancy Seitzinger, Mrs. Claudine Butts, Mrs. Don Haefner, Mrs. Sylvia Maitland. and Barbara Gormley.
     After a brief honeymoon the newlyweds will make their home In Aurora. For traveling the bride wore a forest green suit with black accessories and orchid from her bouquet.
     The bride is a graduate of the DeKalb Township High School and prior to her marriage was employed in the office of the Cyclone Fence division. Mr. Waldrop is a graduate of the Lawrenceville Township High School, and served 2 1/2 years in the navy.
     Out of town guests at the wedding were from Chicago, Maple Park, Sycamore, Lawrenceville, Birds and Beloit, Wis.2

     In the obituary of Doris Elaine Waldrop, who died 29 August 2018, her husband, Francis Waldrop, was listed as predeceased.3

Family

Doris Elaine Haefner b. c 1929, d. 29 Aug 2018
Marriage*Francis married Doris Elaine Haefner on 15 October 1949 at First Methodist Church, DeKalb, DeKalb County, Illinois, USA. Note that her obituary gave Oct 18th as her anniveersary date, but that was not a Saturday as noted in the newspaper item about their marriage.2 
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     Following is other selected information from a newspaper article about their wedding:
Her parents were listed as R. H. Haefner and Mrs. R. H. Haefner. Donald Haefner served as an usher. Sylvia Maitland served in other roles (see their page for details.)2
 

Citations

  1. [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., Francis Guy “Fran” Waldrop.
  2. [S12403] Among The Women, The Daily Chronicle, DeKalb, Illinois, 18 Oct 1949, Page 5, columns 1 & 2 viewed at Newspapers.com, Marriage: Waldrop - Haefner, part 1 & Marriage: Waldrop - Haefner, part 1. Hereinafter cited as Daily Chronicle.
  3. [S12408] Doris Elaine Waldrop, Beverage Family Funeral Home, Sandwich, Illinois, about 30 Aug 2018 viewed at Beverage Family Funeral Home, Obituary: Doris Elaine Waldrop née Haefner. Hereinafter cited as Beverage Family Funeral Home.