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WORTMAN FAMILY

Generation Four

 

58. Daniel Myron 4 Collier , (Mary Ann 3 Crosby, Fanny 2 Wortman, William 1 ) died 1913, born __-Oct-1856 in New York. In 1900 living in Bath, Steuben Co., NY was a farmer. Listed as having two children but only one listed in census.

He married Ida M., married about 1877, born __-Aug-1859 in New York.

Children:

 i. Moray C. Collier, born about 1879 in New York.

 ii. Richard A. Collier, born __-Oct-1892 in New York.

 

59. Mary 4 Jordan , (Ruth 3 Crosby, Fanny 2 Wortman, William 1 ) born 19-Jun-1864 in Mt. Washington, New York, died 06-Feb-1939, buried in Tyrone Union Cemetery , Tyrone, Schuyler Co., NY, obituary 10-Feb-1939 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York . Not sure obituary is correct. Date of death correct but burial place is wrong. Perhaps two Mary Lazenbys or obituary is wrong.

She married Herbert Lazenby, married 1886, born 19-May-1859, died 11-Oct-1920, buried in Tyrone Union Cemetery , Tyrone, Schuyler Co., NY.

Children:

 i. Morey J. Lazenby, born 27-Nov-1893, died 09-Dec-1898, buried in Tyrone Union Cemetery , Tyrone, Schuyler Co., NY. Obituary

    112. ii. Ruth C. Lazenby, born __-Dec-1899.

 

60. Dick Jay 4 Crosby , (Daniel Way 3, Fanny 2 Wortman, William 1 ) born 2-Oct-1866 in Elbridge, Oceana County, Michigan, died 15-Nov-1926 in Ithaca, New York. In 1900 was living with his mother at Michigan Ag School in Ingram Co. MI. but occupation was listed as farmer. In 1910 was working for the U.S, Department of Agriculture and living in Kent, Prince George County, Maryland. Listed in 1920 as a teacher at Cornell University, Ithica, NY.

He married (1) 02-Jul-1902 in Lansing, Michigan, Lillian Wheeler, born 1874 in Michigan, (daughter of Charles Fay Wheeler and Catherine Trask Holbrook) died 10-Feb-1913 in Springwater, Livingston Co., NY.

Children:

 i. Ruth Crosby, born about 1904 in District of Columbia.

 ii. Allen Wheeler Crosby, born about 1906 in District of Columbia.

 iii. Richard C. Crosby, born about 1910 in District of Columbia.

He married (2) 05-Oct-1914 in Hart, Oceana County, Michigan, Adelaide Jane Irwin, born About 1866 in Illinois, (daughter of George L. Payson and Anna H. McCarty). Adelaide: Father's name is listed as William R. Colier in 1920 census. He is her step father. Her first husband was Edward Irwin.

 

61. Phebe 4 Wortman , (Ogden 3, Amos 2 , William 1 ) born 14-Jan-1847 in New York, died 30-Oct-1905 in New York, buried in Tyrone Union Cemetery , Tyrone, Schuyler Co., NY.

She married Alvin DeCamp, married 1870, born __-Sep-1847 in New York, (son of David DeCamp and Lavinnia) died 16-Jun-1926 in Weston, New York, buried 18-Jun-1926 in Tyrone Cemetery , Tyrone, Schuyler Co., NY, obituary 18-Jun-1926 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York. After Phebe died he married Cartherine "Kate" Dean.

Children:

 i. Ogden DeCamp, born 05-Mar-1871, died 09-May-1900, buried in Tyrone Union Cemetery , Tyrone, Schuyler Co., NY. He married Emma, born __-May-1877 in New York. Emma: In 1900 census living with her in-laws Alvin & Phebe DeCamp in Tyrone.

 

62. Amos P. 4 Wortman , (Ogden 3 , Amos 2 , William 1 ) born __-Dec-1850 in New York, died 12-Jun-1931 in Keuka, Yates County, New York, buried 15-Jun-1931 in Tyrone Cemetery, Steuben Co., New York, , obituary 19-Jun-1931 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York. In his wife's will there is listed a Lillie Sailibury, an infant. She was an adopted daughter.

He married (1) Elizabeth Houck, born 1850 in New York, died 10-Sep-1899 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, buried in Tyrone Cemetery, Steuben Co., New York. Elizabeth's will Yates County Wills.

Children:

     113. i. Henry Ogden Wortman born 1873.

     114. ii. Lillian Wortman born __Jan-1879.

He married (2) Louise "Loie" J. Criss Scutt, married 29-Mar-1903 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, born about 1867 in New York, (daughter of David Criss and Elida) died 14-Aug-1917 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, buried 17-Aug-1917 in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York. Obituary 17-Aug-1917 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York. Louise: Previous husband was Frank J Scutt. He died Sept 15, 1901 In wedding announcement listed as Mrs. Louise Scutt. She is buried with her first husband.

Children:

 iii. Frances Wortman, born 1904 in New York, died 16-Nov-1924 in Crosby, Yates County, New York, buried 19-Nov-1924 in Tyrone Cemetery, Steuben Co., New York . Obituary 21-Nov-1924 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York.

63. Arvilla H. 4 Wortman , (Ogden 3 , Amos 2, William 1 ) born 01-Mar-1854 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, died 28-Aug-1911, buried in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Hammonsport Steuben Co NY.

She married (1) Peter Swarthout, married 04-Feb-1874 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, born about 1846 in New York, died 15-May-1881, buried in Wayne Baptist Cemetery, Tyrone, Schuyler Co., New York.

Children:

 i. Herbert Swarthout, born 1879 in New York.

 ii. Peter Swarthout, born 1880, died 21-May-1881, buried in Wayne Baptist Cemetery, Tyrone, Schuyler Co., New York.

She married (2) Byron Almond Webster, married 12-Nov-1882 in Hammonsport, Steuben County, New York, born 22-Jun-1848, 40 died 02-Sep-1912, buried in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Hammonsport Steuben Co NY. see History And Genealogy Of The Governor John Webster Family of Commecticut William Holcomb Webster & Rev. Melville Reuben Webster.

Children:

     115. iii. Gurdon Byron Webster born 05-Sep-1884.

 iv. Maysie Jane Webster, born 04-Jan-1892 in Wayne, Steuben County, New York.

 

64. Laverne 4 Wortman , (Ogden 3 , Amos 2, William 1 ) born Jul-1867 in New York, died 17-Jul-1950 in North Urbana, Schuyler Co., New York, buried Bradford Village Cemetery, Bradford, Steuben Co., NY. In 1900 and 1910 census lived in Wayne, Steuben County but in 1920 lived in Altay, Tyronne, Schuyler County, obituary 20-Jul-1950 in Chronicle Express, Penn Yan, New York. In 1900 and 1910 census lived in Wayne, Steuben County but in 1920 lived in Altay, Tyronne, Schuyler County.

He married 25-Dec-1890Ida E., 0, born __-Mar-1870 in New York, died May-1943, buried in Bradford Village Cemetery, Bradford, Steuben County, New York.

Children:

 i. Lilian Wortman, born __-May-1891 in New York.

 ii. Maud Wortman, born __-Jan-1894 in New York. Perhaps married Lewis Porter

 iii. Blanche Wortman, born __-Oct-1896 in New York. Perhaps married Harris Green

 

65. Charlotte "Lottie" 4 Sherwood , (Nelson 3 , Charlotte 2 Wortman, William 1 ) born __-Apr-1858 in New York, died 14-Jun-1936, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY,

She married Alfred Horton, about 1880, born __-Feb-1855 in New York, (son of Reuben Horton and Sallie Ann) died 16-Feb-1935, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY.

Children:

i. Harry Horton, born 16-Oct-1892 in New York, died Feb-1978.

 

66. Edwin W. 4 Sherwood , (Nelson 3 , Charlotte 2 Wortman, William 1 ) born __-Sep-1861 in New York, died 24-Jun-1922 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, buried 27-Jun-1922 in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY, Obituary 30-Jun-1922 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York, . He is lised as Edward or Edwin. Lived in Tyrone in 1900, 1910 & 1920 census.

He married Hattie E. Baskin (see #65), married about 1883, born __-Jul-1861 in New York, (daughter of James Baskin and Emily Jane Wortman) died 07-Jan-1931, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY

Children:

    116. i. Nellie A. Sherwood, born 01-Dec-1886.

 

67. Hattie E. 4 Baskin , (Emily Jane 3 Wortman, Asa 2 , William 1 ) (See marriage to number 66.)

 

68. Ezra 4 Wortman , (Ezra C. 3 , Asa 2 , William 1 ) born Apr-1868 in New York. Listed as a minor in 1878. He is living with his aunt Charlotte Shattuck's family in Barrington, Yates County. New York.  In the 1900 Census listed as living in Taylor Sargent Co ND. Can not find him or his family after the 1900 census.

He married Anne, born May-1876 in Wisconsin.

Children:

 i. Earl Wortman, born Mar-1894 in Wisconsin.

 ii. Basil Wortman, born Feb-1899 in South Dakota.

 

69. Asa H. 4 Wortman , (Chauncy B. 3 , Asa 2 , William 1 ) born __-Oct-1869 in New York,

He married about 1890 Myrtle, born __-Aug-1872 in New York, died 1938, buried in Glenwood Cemetery, Geneva, Ontario Co NY. Myrtle: In 1930 census was living with her son Dell and his wife Mollie.

          Children:

 i. Dell Wortman, born __-Apr-1892 in New York, died 1971, buried in Resthaven Cemetery, Phelps, Ontario Co., NY He married 1913, Mollie Vickey #10190, born 1888, died 07-Dec-1930, buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Geneva, Ontario Co., NY. Mollie: First name listed as Mary on her grave marker but Mollie on the 1930 census and in marriage index.

 

70. H. Angeline 4 Wortman , (Chauncy B. 3 , Asa 2 , William 1 ) born about 1873 in New York, died after 1939.

She married Charles H. Jones, married about 1891, born about 1871 in New York, died after 1939. Charles: In 1900 lived in Starkey, Yates Co., In 1910 lived in Barrington, Yates County, In 1920 lived in Penn Yan, Yates Co. Ny.

Children:

 i. Henry L. Jones, born __-Aug-1895 in New York.

 ii. Willis O. Jones, born __-Nov-1899 in New York.

 

71. Kate B. 4 Wortman , (Chauncy B. 3 , Asa 2 , William 1 ) born __-Jul-1875 in New York, died 19-Jan-1939 in Waterloo, New York, buried 21-Jan-1939 in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York,  Obituary 27-Jan-1939 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York. Buried with her first husband.

She married (1) James F. Brown, married 1894-95, born __-Jun-1862 in Pulteney, Steuben County, New York, (son of Josiah Wilbur Brown and Lucy Ann Newland) died 02-Sep-1916 in Rochester, New York, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York, Obituary 08-Sep-1916 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York.

Children:

 i. Chauncey Brown, born __-Aug-1896 in New York,

 ii. Margaret "Maggie" Brown, born __-Jul-1898 in New York, census in 1910. She married Harry Pettingill, married 01-Jun-1919 in Benton, Yates County, New York, born 18-Sep-1892, died __Dec-1967 in Waterloo, Seneca County, New York.

 iii. Pearl M. Brown, born about 1901 in New York. She married Edward Whalen.

 iv. Harry Brown, born about 1903 in New York.

     117. v. Josiah Brown born 1904.

She married (2) Jesse Cummings, married before 1920, born about 1864. Jesse: Listed in the 1920 census as living in Penn Yan and as a laborer in a basket factory. Age was 56. I have an obituary for a Jessie Cummings but this on was born in 1860.

 

72. Emma M. 4 Shattuck , (Charlotte 3 Wortman, Asa 2 , William 1 ) born Jan-1880 in New York, buried 02-Aug-1951 in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Hammonsport Steuben Co NY.

She married Eugene Decker, born Nov-1872 in New York, buried 18-Jul-1949 in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Hammonsport Steuben Co NY.

Children:

 i. Mable Decker, born May-1897 in New York.

 ii. Jesse Decker, born 1919 in New York.

 

73. Morris 4 Shattuck , (Charlotte 3 Wortman, Asa 2 , William 1 ) born __-Jul-1887 in New York.

He married, Bessie, by 1915, born about 1895 in New York.

Children:

 i. Leola Shattuck, born about 1915 in New York.

 ii. Elma Shattuck, born about 1917 in New York.

iii. Howard B. Shattuck, born 1919 in New York.

 

74. Chauncey B. 4 Wortman , (John A. 3 , Asa 2 , William 1 ) born Oct-1886 in New York. Family listed in 1910 census Barrington, Yates County, New York and 1920 census of Dundee, Yates Co.,

He married Flora Howell, married 14-Jan-1909 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, born __-Jun-1891 in New York, (daughter of Martin Howell and Eva)

Children:

 i. Beulah Fay Wortman, born 03-Mar-1909, died 24-Mar-1910 in Barrington, Yates County, New York, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY.

ii. John G. Wortman, born 16-Oct-1910, died 20-Oct-1990. He married 23-Dec-1933 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York,Myrtle H. Trimble, (daughter of Charles E. Trimble and Maud Bishop ).

iii. Louise A. Wortman, born about 1912 in New York. She married Karl Semans, married 15-Jun-1933 in Dundee, Yates County, New York, born 29-Apr-1911, (son of C. D. Semans and Mrs. C.D. Semans) died __-May-1967 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York.

 

75. Anna Amelia 4 Thayer , (Marietta E. 3 Wortman, Joel 2 , William 1 ) born 13-Nov-1862 in Yates County, New York, died 05-Dec-1903 in Milo, Yates County, New York, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York, obituary in Penn Yan Democrat.

She married Charles Wilson McMaster, married about 1891 in Yates County, New York, born 03-Jun-1860 in Yates County, New York, (son of John J. McMaster and Elizabeth Crosier) died 20-Feb-1923 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York, buried 23-Feb-1923 in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York, obituary 23-Feb-1923 in Penn Yan Democrat, . Charles: He and Anna are listed in 1900 census in town of Milo, Yates county, New York. He and his second wife Ella "Dora" Medora Sprague (see #74) are listed in 1910 Census, 2nd ward Penn Yan, Milo, Yates County, New York.

Children:

     118. i. Jennie "Jane" Bell McMaster born 07-Sep-1891.

 

76. William "Willie" Joel 4 Thayer , (Marietta E. 3 Wortman, Joel 2 , William 1 ) born 08-Nov-1869 in Yates County, New York, died 25-Jun-1947 in Yates County, New York, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York. Family listed in 1910 census Milo, Yates County, New York and mother Marietta is living with them.

He married Effie Louise Randall, married 15-Mar-1904 in Second Milo, Yates County, New York, born 01-Dec-1882 in Yates County, New York, (daughter of Addison K. Randall and Rosette S. Edwards) died 30-Jul-1963 in Yates County, New York, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York.

Children:

 i. Ruth Adelaide Thayer, born 11-Oct-1905 in Yates County, New York, died 30-Jul-1961 in Yates County, New York. Had two children. She married Harold John McMaster, married 13-Feb-1932 in Yates County, New York, born 05-Jun-1909 in Yates County, New York, (son of Charles Wilson McMaster and Ella "Dora" Medora Sprague (see #73) died 01-Jun-1994 in Yates County, New York.

 

77. Nellie 4 Hawley , (Dezira Ann 3 Wortman, Joel 2 , William 1 ) born 1893 in New York, died 1965, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York.

She married Howard O. Sprague (#77), married 26-Sep-1917 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York, born 14-Oct-1894, (son of James E. Sprague and Martha "Mattie" Wortman) died 18-Mar-1955, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York, military WWI NY sgt HQ Co 307 Field Artillerey.

Children:

 i. Irene Sprague, born 1922 in New York.

 

78. William Russell 4 Wortman , (Amos 3 , Joel 2 , William 1 ) born 01-Dec-1873 in Wayne, Steuben County, New York, died 04-Oct-1949 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York, buried 07-Oct-1949 in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York, obituary 06-Oct-1949 in Chronicle Express, Penn Yan, New York. He is listed as the son of Amos Wortman in his grand father Joel Wortman's will. He and his wife listed as living with his parents in 1900 census of Milo, Yates County, New York. In 1910 census living in 5th ward Penn Yan, Yates County, New York. Married at the home of Mary's parents.

He married 22-Jun-1899 in Yates County, New YorkMary Ellen Tracy, born __-Apr-1876 in New York, (daughter of William Tracy and Adella Gould #8284) died 01-May-1953 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York, buried 04-May-1953 in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York,obituary 07-May-1953 in Chronicle Express, Penn Yan, New York, Penn Yan, New York.

Children:

 i. Irving F. Wortman, born 1900 in New York, died 10-Nov-1911 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York, Obituary in Penn Yan Democrat.

 ii. Adella R. Wortman, born 1907 in New York, died 1987, buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, New York,

    119. iii. Hortense A. Wortman, born 27-May-1909.

  iv. Eugenia Wortman, born about 1913 in New York.

 v. Persis Wortman, born 1920 in New York.

 

79. Howard O. 4 Sprague , (Martha "Mattie" 3 Wortman, Joel 2 , William 1 ) (See marriage to number 77.)

 

80. Battis Leander 4 Millard , (Sarah A. 3 Swarthout, Lavina 2 Wortman, William 1 ) born 05-Jun-1878 in Ronald, Ionia County, Michigan, died 1957.

He married (1) 05-Mar-1900 in Hubbardston, Ionia County, Michigan, Margaret Browne #8175, born 23-Apr-1877 in Hubbardston, Ionia County, Michigan, (daughter of Henry Wheelock Browne and Helen Mary Whitney) died 1924.

Children:

     120. i. Maxwell Bancroft Millard born 26-Jul-1901.

He married (2) Edith Culver.

 

81. Laverne E. Van Vleck #8204, (Betsey3 Swarthout, Lavina2 Wortman, William1) born __-Apr-1879 in Palo, Ionia County, Michigan, died 04-Jan-1914 in Michigan, buried in Vanvleck Cemetery, Palo, Ionia County, Michigan.

He married 30-Dec-1903 in Ionia, Ionia County, Michigan, Alice "Allie" Longwell, born Sep-1883 in Bloomer, Michigan, (daughter of J. Nathan Longwell and Charlotte "Lottie" Burnes) died Sep-1920. Alice: Name listed as Alice or Alta also.

Children:

i. Rector Van Vleck, born 1907 in Michigan.

82. Benjamin Remington 4 Wortman , (Alonzo S. 3, Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born 31-Oct-1876 in Dundee, Kane County, Illinois, died 29-Nov-1952 in Lyndon Station, Juneau County, Wisconsin, buried 1-Dec-1952, obituary 05-Dec-1952 in Mauston Star. He was a farmer and a gardener. He graduated from Burlington High School in Burlington, Wis and then he went to Whitewater Normal School for one year. About 1930 he moved to Lincoln County for three years and then about 1933 he moved to Lyndon Station in Juneau County. He had been ill for some time but died suddenly of a heart condition.

He married Esther Erickson, married 18-May-1918 in Margon Park, Illinois, born 12-May-1893 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, died 21-Jul-1969, . Esther: She had a son, Albert Erickson, from a previous marriage he died before December of 1952.

Children:

     121. i. Raynald B. Wortman born 1-Mar-1919.

     122. ii. Marie Charlotte Wortman born 13-Mar-1921.

     123. iii. Dorothea Hazel Wortman born 16-Feb-1923.

 

83. Mildred Charlotte 4 Wortman , (Alonzo S. 3 , Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born 18-Apr-1878 in Barrington, Cook County, Illinois, died Before Dec-1952.

She married William J. Crane, married 9-Aug-1905 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, born about 1868 in Wheatland, Kenosha County, Wisconsin, (son of Byron W. Crane and Olive Williams). William: In 1910 living in Wellington, Larimer Co., Colorado was a retail merchant.In 1920 he was still in Larimer County but was a farmer.

Children:

 i. Marjorie Crane, born 29-Jun-1906 in Colorado. She married Charles M. Bash, married 19-Apr-1952, born 28-Aug-1923 in New London, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, died 27-Nov-1971 in New London, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, buried 30-Nov-1971 in Most Precious Blood Catholic Church Parish Cemetery.

 ii. Howard Crane, born 9-Sep-1908 in Colorado.

iii. Elizabeth Maybell Crane, born 26-Jul-1910 in Colorado.

iv. Rowene Crane, born 16-Dec-1912 in Colorado.

 v. Charlotte Naomi Crane, born 4-Mar-1918 in Colorado.

 

84. Irma Caroline 4 Wortman , (Alonzo S. 3 , Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born 13-Apr-1880 in Barrington, Cook County, Illinois, died __-___-1957, buried in Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Wisconsin. She had lived in Delavan, Wisconsin and was living in Whitewater, Wisconsin, in 1952. She inherited part of her father's farm along with her brother Charles and sister Mildred.

She married Charles E. Valley, married 9-Aug-1905 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, born 5-Mar-1884 in Lyons, Walworth County, Wisconsin, (son of Charles E. Valley and Adelade E. Sutton). Charles: 1920 census lived in Delavan, Walworth County and was a carpenter.

Children:

 i. Bernice Valley, born 19-Jul-1907 in Wellington, Colorado ?. She married (1) Charles F. Fuller, married 10-Feb-1934 in Delavan, Walworth County, Wisconsin, divorced 12-Dec-1936 in Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wisconsin, born c. 1913 in Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wisconsin, (son of Charles Fuller and Clara Anderson) occupation Truck Driver.
She married (2) Ernest Bischoff, married 6-Apr-1938 in Delavan, Walworth County, Wisconsin, born about 1904 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, (son of Conrad Bischoff and Mary Krivolenek).

 ii. Maurice Valley, born 18-Jun-1909 in Wellington, Colorado ?.

 iii. Blanch Charlotte Valley, born 12-Jan-1913 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin. She married Lawrence U. Taylor, married 18-Dec-1937 in Delavan, Walworth County, Wisconsin, born about 1916 in Whitewater, Walworth County, Wisconsin, (son of Albert E. Taylor and Ethel Uglow).

 iv. Clifford E. Valley, born 17-Jun-1915 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin.

 

85. Charles Loomis 4 Wortman, (Alonzo S. 3 , Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born 27-Nov-1882 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, died 08-Mar-1965 in Burlington, Racine County, Wisconsin, buried 10-Mar-1965 in Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Wisconsin, obituary 08-Mar-1965 in Racine & Burlington papers, occupation Farmer. He grew up in Spring Prairie and took over his father's farm. Later he worked at the Burlington Brass Works. Since 1944, he and Laura lived in Burlington. He was also affiliated with Bethel Baptist Church but until his wife died he went to Cross Lutheran Church. He was buried from Bethel Baptist Church. He was a member.He and his parents were originally Baptist.

He married Laura Ann Auguste Thiede, married 28-Jul-1909 in Burlington, Racine County, Wisconsin, born 28-Apr-1890 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, (daughter of August Theodore Heinrich Thiede and Anna M.W. Vohs) died 26-Sep-1962 in Burlington, Racine County, Wisconsin, buried 29-Sep-1962 in Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Wisconsin, obituary 27-Sep-1962 in Racine & Burlington papers, baptized 25-May-1890 in St. John's Luth. Church, Burlington, Wisconsin. Laura: She was a member of Cross Lutheran Church. She and her husband farmed in Spring Prairie until 1944. They then moved to Burlington, Wisconsin.

Children:

 i. Fordyce Charles Wortman, born 9-Jun-1910 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, baptized in St. John's Luth. Church, Burlington, WI., died 17-Jul-1975 in Burlington, Racine County, Wisconsin, buried 19-Jul-1975 in Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Wisconsin, Obituary 18-Jul-1975 in Racine Journal Times, Racine, Wisconsin, military US Army Tec 4 (World War 2). He served in the United States Army during World War II and then worked at the Burlington Brass Works. He was a member of Cross Lutheran Church in Burlington and a life long resident of the area. He died of an heart attack.

     124. ii. Alvin Clarence Wortman born 02-Aug-1912.

 iii. Mildred Irene Wortman, born 6-Aug-1914 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, baptized in St. John's Luth. Church, Burlington, WI., died 30-Dec-2004 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, buried 08-Jan-2005 in Cedar Park Cemetery, Chicago, Illinois. They were married in the office of a Missouri Synod Lutheran Church in Crown Point, Indiana. They made their home in Chicago, Illinois. After Rudy died she continues to live in Chicago. She makes frequent trips to Burlington, Wis. to visit her brothers, sisters and other relatives. She married Rudolph "Rudy" John Harris, married 19-Jun-1937 in Crown Point, Lake County, Indiana, born 28-Nov-1905, (son of John Harris and Emma Novak) died 04-Mar-1976 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, buried 08-Mar-1976 in Cedar Park Cemetery, Chicago, Illinois. Rudolph: He was born on the East Side of Chicago. He worked as a structural iron worker from 1937 until he died. He is buried in the Holly section of Cedar Park Cemetery in Chicago.

 iv. Robert Herman Wortman, born 02-Dec-1916 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, baptized in St. John's Luth. Church, Burlington, WI., died 20-Dec-1928 in Burlington, Racine County, Wisconsin, buried 22-Dec-1928 in Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Wisconsin, obituary 21-Dec-1928 in Burlington papers. Hit by a car during a short blizzard in Lightfield Hill Cut while on his way to school with his sister Miola. He and his sister were walking to school on December 20, when they were both struck by a car. A blizzard came up without warning and reduced visibility to 10 feet. The children's faces were turned away to avoid the blowing snow and they did not see the car coming. The driver was going slow and had his lights on. He was not able to stop in time as he was going down hill. Robert was killed and Miola had both of her legs broken and internal injuries.

     125. v. Miola Evylin Wortman born 18-Mar-1919.

     126. vi. Janet Wortman born 14-Dec-1920.

     127. vii. Richard Earl Wortman born 7-Sep-1922.

     128. viii. Charles Wortman Jr. born 07-Jul-1924.

     129. ix. Lester Wortman born 3-Aug-1926.

     130. x. Ruth Goldie Wortman born 29-Jul-1928.

 xi. Stanley "Mickey" Wortman, born 15-Jun-1930 in Spring Prairie, Walworth Co., Wisconsin, died 02-Sep-2003 in St. Lukes Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI, buried 06-Sep-2003 in Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Wisconsin, obituary 04-Sep-2003 in The Journal Times, Racine, Wis., He attended the Wortman School in Spring Prairie and Burlington High School. He worked at Burlington Brass Works until it closed. Then he worked at Barden Rubber Products. He was an avid race car fan and enjoyed hunting. He was a member of Cross Lutheran Church later became a member of Peace Lutrheran Church.

     131. xii. Delores Marie Olga Wortman born 6-Jan-1932.

 

86. Alonzo C. 4 Lessender , (Mary Ann 3 Wortman, Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born about 1868 in Illinois. Lived in Osawatomie, Miami Co, Kansas in 1910, 1920 was living in Fort Collins, Larimer Co. Colorado.

He married cant read name on census, married about 1891, born about 1871 in Kansas.

Children:

 i. Daisy A. Lessender, born about 1891 in Kansas.

 ii. Gladys Lessender, born about 1897 in Kansas.

iii. Loretta B. Lessender, born about 1893 in Kansas.

 

87. Clarence S. 4 Lessender , (Mary Ann 3 Wortman, Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born May-1873 in Illinois. The family is in the 1900 & 1910 Census of Ossawatomie, Miami County, Kansas and in in Morton Township, Sedgwick County, Kansas in 1920.

He married about 1896 Laura S., born 06-Oct-1874 in Kansas, died 20-Nov-1957, buried 22-Nov-1957 in Cheney Fairview Cemetery Sedgwick Co Kansas.

Children:

 i. Letha Lessender, born Mar-1897 in Ossawatomie, Kansas.

 ii. Mildred C. Lessender, born about 1903.

 iii. George W. Lessender, born 1906 in Kansas, died 1914, buried 14-Nov-1914 in Cheney Fairview Cemetery Sedgwick Co Kansas

   132. iv. Russel H. Lessender, born 21-Mar-1908

 v. Andrew Lessender, born about 1913 in Kansas.

 

88. Orin W. 4 Harlow , (Rachel R. 3 Wortman, Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born __-Jul-1872 in Illinois, In 1910 & 1920 census was a farmer in Hanover, Lincoln County, Kansas.

He married Maud Della Wayans, married 1899, census (family) born __Feb-1878 in West Virginia (daughter of Philip Weians & Lavina Thorton) .

Children:

 i. Ruth M. Harlow, born Sep 19, 1903, Lincoln County, Kansas.

 

89. Elbert J. 4 Harlow , (Rachel R. 3 Wortman, Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born __-Aug-1875 in Illinois. There is an Ewert Harlow listed as 5 years old in the family in 1880 census. Maybe him. In 1910 listed as a farmer in Grant, Lincoln County, Kansas.

He married 25-Feb-1903 Anna P. Hansen #8535, born 03-May-1881 in Frederickshaver, Denmark, (daughter of Christen Hansen and Marie) died 07-Jan-1952 in Lincoln Co., Kansas, buried 09-Jan-1952 in Spillman Cemetery, Orange, Lincoln Co., Kansas, immigrated 1890 to USA, obituary 17-Jan-1952 in Lincoln Sentinal-Republican, Lincoln Co., KS

Children:

 i. Lovirna C. Harlow, born about 1906 in Kansas.

 ii. Rachel Julia Harlow, born about 1907 in Kansas.

    133. iii. Wendell H. Harlow, born 15-Dec-1909..

    134. iv. Quesitin R. Harlow, born 26-May-1913..

            v. Oda Harlow.

           vi. Esther Harlow, died at age of 1 year.

90. Ray H. 4 Wortman , (David 3 , Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born 21-Jan-1883 in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. He started working at the Elgin Watch Company in 1898. At that time he made only 5 cents an hour. He retired in 1948 after 50 years of service. He and his wife then moved to Largo, Florida. See THE WATCH WORD

Listed in 1910 census of Elgin, Kane Co., Ill he and wife were listed as operators at the watch factory. Listed in 1920 census as married to Emma she was born in Wisconsin and both listed as watch workers

He married (1) Ethel, divorced 1913 in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, married about 1908, born perhaps 1890.

Children:

 i. Elmer C. Wortman, born 3-Mar-1909 in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, died 8-Mar-1909 in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, buried in Bluff City Cemetery, Elgin, Illinois.

He married (2) Emma, born about 1892 in Wisconsin.

He married (3) Della Lichthardt, born 17-Dec-1913, died 22-Jan-2003 in Clearwater, Fla.

Children:

 ii. David John Wortman, born 10-Oct-1951 in Largo, Florida.

 

91. Mabel 4 Woolacott , (Elizabeth Jane 3 Wortman, Halsey 2 , William 1 ) born __-Dec-1894 in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois.

She married Earl Blakesley.

Children:

 i. Marion Blakesley, born about 1915 in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois.

   135.  ii. Leonard Blakesley, born 03-Nov-1913.

 

92. Adella "Della" 4 Wortman , (Amos 3 , William 2 , William 1) born 19-Jul-1872 in Michigan, died __-___-1961 in Sheridan Cemetery, Sheridan, Illinois.

She married Alfred Christensen, married 22-Dec-1897, born about 1869 in Illinois. Alfred: In 1910 worked in a lunch room and in 1920 was an electrical engineer. Lived in Sheidan, LaSalle County, Illinois in 1910 & 1920 census.

Children:

 i. Alvin B. Christensen, born about 1899 in New Mexico. In 1920 was a mechanic in a garage and lived with parents in Sheridan, LaSalle County, Illinois.

 

93. Raymond Amos 4 Wortman , (Amos 3 , William 2 , William 1 ) born 09-Mar-1876 in Sheridan, LaSalle County, Illinois, died 24-Nov-1939, buried in Cook County, Illinois. In 1910 lived in Chicago and was a merchant. In 1920 lived in Berwyn and worked in a machine shop.

He married Hattie Voight, married 14-Dec-1903.

Children:

 i. Alice Wortman, born abouit 1904 in Illinois.

 ii. Harold Wortman, born about 1906 in Illinois.

 iii. Raymond Wortman, born about 1909 in Illinois.

 iv. Dorothy Wortman, born about 1918 in Illinois.

 

94. Alice Estella 4 Wortman , (Amos 3, William 2 , William 1 ) born 28-May-1877 in Illinois, died 1965, buried in Elerding Cemetery, LaSalle County, Ill., . In 1910 census farmed in Serena township, LaSalle county, Illinois. In 1920 lives in Northville township in LaSalle Co., Louis is listed as a manager of a farm.

She married Louis E. Hess, married 2-Apr-1903.

Children:

 i. Gordon W. Hess, born 1904-1905 in Illinois.

 ii. Donald Hess, born about 1912 in Illinois.

 

95. Almon Frank 4 Wortman , (Amos 3, William 2 , William 1 ) born 15-Dec-1878 in Sheridan, LaSalle County, Illinois, died 21-Nov-1958 in Oak Forest Hospital, Cook County, Illinois, buried 24-Nov-1958 in Elmwood Memorial Park, River Grove, Ill, In 1910 lived on Jackson in Chicago and was a laborer. In 1920 Census lived on Kilpatrick Ave. and worked as a shipping clerk in a mail order house. Lived at 131 Dodd Avenue, North Lake, Illinois.

He married Evelyn Marie Rodenheber, married 23-Aug-1906, born 27-May-1882 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, (daughter of Philip Rodenheber and Emma Emig) died 11-May-1925 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, buried 14-May-1925 in Forest Home Cemetery, Chicago, Ill.

Children:

 i. Virginia Wortman, born about 1908 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Possible married a Mr. Hertz.

 ii. Almon Wortman, born about 1911 in Illinois.

     136. iii. Florence Claire Wortman born 23-Apr-1918.

 

96. Clarence George 4 Wortman , (Amos 3, William 2 , William 1 ) born 17-Jan-1882 in Illinois, died 22-Jan-1923 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, buried in Sheridan Cemetery, Sheridan, Illinois, obituary 22-Jan-1923 in Daily Republican Times, military World War One Illinois Corp 42 12 Inf Div. He had been employed as a farm laborer on a farm near Sheridan, Illinois. He had left that farm, a month before his death, to go to Chicago to find work. He was run over by a horse drawn wagon while crossing the street at Washington and Wells, during the morning rush hour. He died on the operating table at Iroquois Hospital.

He married Kathryn Brayton, married 2-Jul-1907.

Children:

 i. Dorothea Wortman, born 24-Dec-1907, died 26-Sep-1908, buried in Sheridan Cemetery, Sheridan, Illinois.

 

97. William 4 Wortman , (Albert 3, William 2 , William 1 ) born __-Apr-1889 in Michigan, died 22-Jul-1939, buried in River Ridge Cemetery, Belding, Michigan. Listed in 1920 census of Belding, Ionia Co., MI as a metal worker in a refrigerator factory.

He married 14-Jan-1911 in Belding, Ionia County, Michigan, Anice G. Stretler, born 1887 in Belview, Ohio, (daughter of Harry Stretler) died 30-Mar-1966, buried in River Ridge Cemetery, Belding, Michigan.

Children:

 i. Wilton Wortman, born about 1914 in Michigan.

 ii. Verlina Wortman, born about 1916 in Michigan.

 

98. Charlene 4 Freeman , (Hulda A. 3Wortman, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 24-Jun-1864 in New York, died __-___-1895. Listed as a music teacher in 1880 census.

She married (1) Frank Smallage, married 12-Apr-1882.

Children:

 i. Fred Smallage.

     137. ii. Frances Smallage.

 iii. Clarissa Smallage.

 iv. Florence Smallage, born 11-Dec-1882.

She married (2) C.F. Farr, married __-___-1891.

 

99. Anna M. 4 Freeman , (Hulda A. 3 Wortman, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 12-May-1869 in New York.

She married (1) Will Holbrook, married 27-Nov-1890.

Children:

 i. Lydia Holbrook, born __-___-1891.

She married (2) Mr. Mathews, married about 1897.

Children:

 ii. Lisa/Lisha Mathews, born Jun-1893 in New York.

 iii. Hulda Mathews, born Aug-1898 in Florida.

 

100.Elizabeth "Lizzie" 4 Shannon , (Cassie Loella 3 Wortman, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 17-Aug-1875 in Crystal Springs, Barrington, Yates Co, NY, died 01-Nov-1951 in Lyons, New York, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY.

She married Orville R. Beyea, married 03-Nov-1892, born 19-Sep-1875 in Dundee, Yates County, New York, (son of George Beyea & Mary A.) died 31-Feb-1931 in Dundee, Yates County, New York, buried __-Mar-1931 in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY, obituary 27-Feb-1931 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York.

Children:

     138. i. Hobart M. Beyea born 03-Sep-1897.

 ii. Orville Beyea.

 iii. Norman Beyea.

 iv. Elizabeth Ann Beyea.

 v. George Beyea.

 vi. Caroline Beyea.

 

101. J. Emma 4 Shannon , (Cassie Loella 3 Wortman, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 27-Nov-1878 in New York, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY, died 15-Dec-1918. They had five children.

She married Grant McNeal, married about 1896, born __Nov-1871 in New York, (son of George McNeal & Louisa) died 1948, buried in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY . Grant: In 1900 census lived in Barrington, Yates County, New York and worked as farm labor. In 1910 lived in Milo, Yates Co and was still farm labor. His father George McNeal lived with them. In 1920 lived in Reading, Schyler County and was a farmer.

Children:

     139. i. Nevada McNeal born __Jan-1898.

 ii. Hazel May McNeal, born __May-1900 in New York.

 iii. Gladys E. McNeal, born about 1902 in New York.

 iv. Leona Irene McNeal, born about 1905 in New York.

 v. George W. McNeal, born about 1912 in New York.

 vi. Woodrow Wilson McNeal, born about 1915 in New York.

 

102. Albert 4 Shannon , (Cassie Loella 3 Wortman, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born __-Jul-1885 in New York, died 03-Oct-1922 in Geneva, Ontario County, New York, obituary 13-Oct-1922 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York.

He married Lucy Bell, born __-Feb-1894 in New York, (daughter of George Bell and Cora).

Children:

 i. George B. Shannon, born about 1911 in New York.

 ii. Esther C. Shannon, born about 1914 in New York.

 

103. Henry N. 4 Shannon , (Cassie Loella 3 Wortman, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born __-Mar-1898 in New York, died 01-Apr-1938 in Penn Yan, Yates Co., New York, buried 04-Apr-1938 in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, Yates Co., NY, obituary 06-Apr-1938 in Penn Yan Democrat, Penn Yan, New York.

He married Eleanor Scott.

Children:

 i. Marion Shannon.

 ii. Shirley Shannon.

 iii. Mabel Shannon.

iv. Alice Jane Shannon.

 v. Jack Shannon.

 

104. Ivan A. 4 Wortman , (William Palmer 3 , Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 14-May-1895 in Reading Center, Schuyler Co., New York, died __-___-1945 in Kirtland, Lake County, Ohio, buried in South Kirtland Cemetery, Kirtland, Ohio. Married his First Cousin, Once Removed.

He married (1) Nevada McNeal,(#126) married 31-Jan-1916, (daughter of Grant McNeal and J. Emma Shannon) born __Jan-1898 in Barrington, Yates County, New York. Nevada: She married her First Cousin, Once Removed.

Children:

 i. William Grant Wortman, born 30-Jun-1917 in Ohio, died __-Jan-1979 in Umatilla, Lake County, Florida.

 ii. June Wortman, born 31-Jul-1919. She married Robert W. Smith.

   140. iii. Ivan A. Wortman, Jr., born 29-Dec-1923.

iv. Wanda Wortman, born 16-Sep-1928. She married Mr. Johnson.

 v. Richard H. Wortman, born 22-Jul-1931. He married Shirley.

He married (2) Lillian Miller. Lillian: She had two children from a previous marriage Robert Miller and Donald Miller.

 

105. Jennie L. 4 Wortman , (William Palmer 3, Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 21-Jan-1899 in Reading Center, Schuyler Co., New York, died 18-Jul-1971 in Marina Del Rey, California, buried in Willoughby, Lake County, Ohio.

She married Harvey Franklin Sigsby, married 8-Feb-1919.

Children:

 i. Evelyn Sigsby, born 4-May-1920. She married Harrison Davies.

 ii. Harvey Sigsby, born 19-Jul-1922.

   141. iii. Edwin Sigsby, born 16-Feb-1923.

 iv. Walter Sigsby, born 18-Aug-1924.

 

106. Carl E. 4 Wortman , (William Palmer 3 , Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 11-Mar-1901, 154 died 25-Dec-1954 in Wickliffe, Lake County, Ohio, buried in Mentor Cemetery, Mentor, Lake Co., Ohio.

He married Pearl McGarvey.

Children:

 i. Dorothy Wortman, born 27-Oct-1922. She married Howard Hare.

 ii. Alice Wortman, born 16-Mar-1924. She married (1) Edward Dietz. She married (2) Kenneth Crooks.

 iii. Carl Keith Ray Wortman, born 1-Apr-1925. He married Wilma Crooks.

 iv. Pearl Wortman, born 4-Jun-1926. She married Orin B. Collins.

 v. Beth Wortman, born 16-Dec-1933. She married John Smith.

 vi. Violet Marie Wortman, born 18-Apr-1937. She married (1) John Hayes. She married (2) Mr. Thompson.

 

107. Raymond C. 4 Wortman , (William Palmer 3 , Andrew 2 , William 1 ) born 24-Nov-1903 in Wickliffe, Lake County, Ohio, died 4-May-1961 in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, buried in South Kirtland Cemetery, Kirtland, Ohio.

He married May Meredith, married 19-Apr-1930 in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Children:

 i. Douglas Carl Wortman, born 19-Feb-1931.

 ii. Barbara Wortman, born 19-Dec-1934. She married Raymond Ianiro.

 iii. Norman Wortman, born 5-Mar-1937.

 iv. Emily Joan Wortman, born 23-Jan-1946. She married C. Martin Lawyer.

 v. Robert Hazard Wortman, born 11-Sep-1947.

 

108. Blanche Wortman #9690, (Daniel W. 3 , David 2 , William 1) born Nov-1874 in Ionia County, Michigan, died 06-May-1941, buried Vanvleck Cemetery, Palo, Ionia County, Michigan.

She married 05-Aug-1892 in Stanton, Ionia County, Michigan, Charles F. Wilder, born Mar-1870 in Palo, Ionia County, Michigan, (son of Nelson Wilder and Jennie Pew), died 19-Sep-1949, buried Vanvleck Cemetery, Palo, Ionia County, Michigan.

Children:

i. Fred Wilder, born Sep-1893 in Michigan.

 

109. Fred Tyler 4 Wortman , (Charles E. 3 , David 2 , William 1 ) born 23-Dec-1876 in Ronald, Ionia County, Michigan, died 1949.Listed in 1910, 1920 census of Ionia, Ionia Co., MI as a retail hardare merchant.

He married 28-Nov-1912 in Lakeview, Montcalm County, Michigan,, Evelyn L. Zeigler, born 1884 in Michigan, died 1933.

Children:

    142. i. John Nelson Wortman born 03-Mar-1914.

 

110. Harry L. Wortman, (Charles E. 3 , David 2 , William 1 ) born 09-Feb-1883 in Ronald, Ionia County, Michigan.

He married Katherine R., born 1890 in South Dakota.

Children:

i. Mary Louise Wortman, born 1914 in Washington. She married Charles Curran.

ii. Marjorie Wortman. She married Bud Newton.

 

111. Audra B. Wortman, (Frank 3, David 2 , William 1) born 25-Feb-1913 in Ionia, Michigan, died 13-Jan-2007 in Greenville, Michigan, buried 17-Jan-2007, obituary 16-Jan-2007 in Ionia Sentinel-Standard).

She married (1) Irvin McCusker. Died 26-May-1970, buried Easton Cemetery, Easton, Ionia Co., Michigan..

Children:

i. Lucienna McCusker. She married Ronald Brown.

ii. Donald McCusker.He married Jane.

iii. Donna McCusker.She married Mr. Barrette.

iv. Mary McCusker. She married Roger Thomas.

She married (2) 1980 in Greenville, Michigan, Cecil Robinson Sr, born 20-Jul-1912 in White Cloud, Michigan, (son of John Robinson and Lola Dudgeon) died 03-Nov-2002 in Lowell, Michigan, obituary 05-Nov-2002 in Battle Creek Inquirer, buried 06-Nov-2002 in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue, Michigan.


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