Follow Friday - A7734

I saw an article on this Holocaust survivor on Facebook (thanks for posting FindMyPast US) and read his story (here).  Do you know any Holocaust survivors?  Even if you don't, please share his Facebook page with everyone you know, because it truly is a small world and someone you know might be the connection he needs to find his twin brother.

How many times have you accidentally come across someone on Facebook?  Miracles do happen.  Help be a part of making this miracle happen.

Here is an excerpt from the Facebook page:

"Jeno (Jolli) was transported to Auschwitz together with his twin brother in May 1944, two months prior to their 4th birthday.  Being twins, they were objects to criminal medical experiments.  Luckily, both survived the war, however their ways separated just 2 days before liberation.  Jolli's brother was taken out of camp, leaving behind all memory.  For the next 67 years he had a different name andno (sic) knowledge about his family.  Now he knows.  We also know that Jolli was very much alive at liberation.  Maybe he too changed his name, maybe even changed his religion.  The only definite link between them is the number tattooed on his arm - A7734.  He may be your neighbour, a friend, or even a relative.  if you happen to know anything, plase contact me at FamilyRoots@gmail.com  Thank you."

I would love to see this gentleman that's been through so much get some closure.  Please share with your friends and family and please click the links to read his story and visit the Facebook page.

Random Acts Of Genealogical Kindness - A. Austin King

Easton Express, 15APR1964, pg 38

"A.  Austin King, 84, Ex-Mayor Of Netcong

A. Austin King of 93 Allen St., Netcong, a former borough mayor, died yesterday after a long illness.  He was 84.

King, a Democrat, served as mayor for several years before 1925.  He was also a school board president in this community.

Survivors are a son and three daughters.

Services will be held tomorrow."

His FindAGrave memorial can be viewed here.

A quick search of the 1920 census shows A. Austin King with his wife, Grace, and children Albert, Elizabeth, Grace and Catherine.  His wife had been "Mary" in other census records and on FindAGrave. Hopefully, this little clip will find a loved one someday.

Random Acts of Genealogical Kindness - Horatio Harris

Because we all have collateral information surrounding those obituaries and news articles we copy for our records.  Let's share them and hope that they benefit someone researching their genealogy.

"Horatio Harris

Horatio P. Harris, 92, of 309 Sussex St., Shimer Manor, Pohatcong Township, died last night in Easton Hospital where he was admitted Saturday. Before that he was a guest at the Northampton Convalescent Home since March 16.

Mr. Harris was a drill press operator at Ingersoll-Rand, Phillipsburg, for 28 years, retiring in 1954.

His wife, the former Mabel Tomey, died in 1968.

Born in New York City, on Jan. 17, 1884, he was a son of the late Charles R. and Emma Redfern Harris.  He lived in Shimer Manor 44 years.

He was a member of Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church, a former trustee and elder of the church, and taught its Adult Bible Class for a number of years.

Surviving is a daughter, Miss Elsie L. Harris, with whom he resided.  Two sons, Charles and Franklyn, died before him.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Greenwich Presbyterian Church.  Interment will be in the Greenwich Presbyterian Cemetery.  Arrangements were made by the Rupell Funeral Home, Phillipsburg."

These are the sorts of articles I love to share.  So much great genealogical information.  A well-written obituary and well worth having for anyone searching for Mr. Harris!

Random Acts Of Genealogical Kindness - Nell G. Waltman

Easton Express, 07SEP1959, pg 16

Because we all have collateral information surrounding those obituaries and news articles we copy for our records.  Let's share them and hope that they benefit someone researching their genealogy.

"Mrs. Raymond I. Walman

Mrs. Nell G. Waltman, widow of Raymond I. Waltman, of 1635 Briggs St., Harrisburg, formerly of Easton, died early today in Harrisburg General Hospital.

Mrs. Waltman was a daughter of the late John and Aurora Clark.  She was a native of Easton.

She was a member of Grace Methodist Church, Harrisburg.

Surviving are a son, Everett, Paxtang, Harrisburg; a sister, Mrs. Sallie Kiefer, San Fernando Valley, Calif.; and three grandchildren.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Shillinger Funeral Home, Easton."

Random Acts Of Genealogical Kindness - Richard H. Wiseburn

Easton Express, 07SEP1959, pg 16

Because we all have collateral information surrounding those obituaries and news articles we copy for our records.  Let's share them and hope that they benefit someone researching their genealogy.

"Richard H. Wiseburn

Richard H. Wiseburn, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold J. Wiseburn, 12 Taylor St., Washington, N.J., died yesterday at Muhlenberg Hospital, Plainfield, N.J. after a short illness.

Mr. Wiseburn was born in Oxford.

He was employed at the Grand Union store in Washington after his graduation from Washington High School in June.  He was a member of the Washington Presbyterian Church.

Surviving, in addition to his parents, are a twin sister, Elizabeth Jane; two brothers, Robert L. and John A., both at home; a paternal grandfather, John L. Wiseburn, Washington, and a maternal grandfather, Arthur Schaarschmidt, St. Petersburg, Fla.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the DeVoe Funeral Home, Washington."

Richard has a memorial on FindAGrave.com.  May he be remembered and rest in peace.

Random Acts Of Genealogical Kindness - Paul A. Warren

Easton Express, 07SEP1959, pg 16

Because we all have collateral information surrounding those obituaries and news articles we copy for our records.  Let's share them and hope that they benefit someone researching their genealogy.

"Paul A. Warren

Paul A. Warren, 60, of 102 S. Lehigh Ave., West Catasauqua, died Saturday at his home after an illness of more than eight months.  He was the husband of Roxie Nonnemaker Warren.

Mr. Warren had been employed in the Bethlehem engine terminal of the Central Railroad of New Jersey for the last 31 years.

Among his survivors is a sister, Mrs. Ruth Rising, Portland.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Oliver S. Burkholder and Son Funeral Home, Catasauqua."

Wednesday's Child - Kelsey Kathryn Rowden

Easton Express 04MAY1976

Another little one's obituary that I saw when transcribing my aunt Lillian's obituary.  Always heartbreaking, but it's so important to remember these children who only blessed their family's for a short period, but are undoubtedly missed.

"Rowden Infant

Kelsey Kathryn Rowden, infant daughter of Mr and Mrs James Rowden, 216 Fairview Ave, Wind Gap, died yesterday in Easton Hospital where she was admitted earlier in the day.

She was born on March 9 in East Stroudsburg.  Her mother is the former Alana Fulmer.

Survivors include a brother, Adam, at home; her paternal grandparents, Mr and Mrs Frederick G Rowden, Wind Gap; her maternal grandparents, Mr and Mrs Alan A Fulmer, Hellertown; her paternal great-grandmother, Mrs Nora Martocci, North Bangor; her maternal great-grandparents, Mr and Mrs Howard Kemp, Hellertown; and her maternal great-grandmother, Mrs Helen Lerch, Easton.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow at Hope United Church of Christ, Wind Gap.  Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Pen Argyl.  Arrangements were made by the Hough Home for Funerals, Bangor."

Rest in peace little Kelsey.