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Mattie E. MacDonald1

F, #116501
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Last Edited 12 February 2024 15:45:56

Child with Howard A. Kidney

DaughterElva Christine Kidney b. 9 April 1926, d. 9 February 1999

Citations

  1. [S18872] Elva Christine Kidney.. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applicaions and Claims Index.

Lois A. Shields1

F, #116505, b. Estimated 1930, d. 1998
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Parents

FatherFrank E. Shields b. 5 December 1904, d. 24 November 1970
MotherMabel Margaret Hitchcock b. 23 June 1904, d. 1974
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 April 2024 19:31:35
BirthLois A. Shields was born Estimated 1930, in Maine, USAG.1
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 10 April 1950 in the household of Frank E. Shields, as a daughter, in Houlton, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Frank was a statistical clerk for the railword. Mabel was a registered nurse (private nursing). Vella was a registered nurse (duty nursing).1
ResidenceShe lived in 1970 in Houlton, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.2
InterredShe was buried in the plot of Frank E. Shields, in Evergreen Cemetery, Houlton, Aroostook County, USAG.2
DeathShe died in 1998.3

Citations

  1. [S18882] 1950 US Census - Frank E. Shields, Household of Frank E. Shields, 6 April 1950, digital copy of original document, National Archives at Washington, DC; Washington, D.C.; Seventeenth Census of the United States, 1950; Year: 1950; Census Place: Houlton, Aroostook, Maine; Roll: 608; Page: 72; Enumeration District: 2-58.
  2. [S18884] Death - Frank Shields, The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 25 November 1970, Page 22. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.
  3. [S18885] Cemetery Marker - Frank Shields family plot. Frank E. Shields, Mabel M. Hitchcock, Lois A. Shields, photo; findagrave Memorial ID: 70601501.

George Shields1

M, #116506
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Last Edited 14 February 2024 15:42:05

Child with Mary Wise

SonFrank E. Shields+ b. 5 December 1904, d. 24 November 1970

Citations

  1. [S18884] Death - Frank Shields, The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 25 November 1970, Page 22. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.

Mary Wise1

F, #116507
Family Explorer
Last Edited 14 February 2024 15:42:32

Child with George Shields

SonFrank E. Shields+ b. 5 December 1904, d. 24 November 1970

Citations

  1. [S18884] Death - Frank Shields, The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 25 November 1970, Page 22. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.

Harry Golden Smith1

M, #116508
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Last Edited 14 February 2024 17:53:10
BirthHarry Golden Smith was born, in Jacksontown, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
MarriageHe married Elizabeth Emerson.1
Note.1

Child with Elizabeth Emerson

DaughterMadeline Louise Smith b. Estimated 1900

Citations

  1. [S18887] Official Notice of Marriage - George Scott Hitchcock & Madeline Louise Smith, George Scott Hitchcock & Madeline Louise Smith marriage, 17 June 1925. PANB microfilm F19687, Code B4/1925, Registration Number 1190.

Elizabeth Emerson

F, #116509
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Last Edited 14 February 2024 17:52:27
MarriageElizabeth Emerson married Harry Golden Smith.1
Note.1

Child with Harry Golden Smith

DaughterMadeline Louise Smith b. Estimated 1900

Citations

  1. [S18887] Official Notice of Marriage - George Scott Hitchcock & Madeline Louise Smith, George Scott Hitchcock & Madeline Louise Smith marriage, 17 June 1925. PANB microfilm F19687, Code B4/1925, Registration Number 1190.

Calvin R. Hitchcock

M, #116514, b. 20 December 1950, d. 26 July 1960
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Parents

FatherPreston Amos Hitchcock b. 21 June 1931, d. 18 December 2002
Relationships4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 December 2024 10:19:49
BirthCalvin R. Hitchcock was born on 20 December 1950, in Presque Isle, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.1
DeathHe died on 26 July 1960 in Mapleton, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.1
BurialHe was buried in Southside Cemetery, Mapleton, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.1

Citations

  1. [S18897] Death - Calvin R. Hitchcock, The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, U.S.A., 27 July 1960, Page 22. Hereinafter cited as The Daily News.

Henry P. Baxter

M, #116519, b. Estimated 1862
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Parents

FatherFrancis A. Baxter
MotherBridget
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BirthHenry P. Baxter was born Estimated 1862, in Stoughton, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.1
MarriageHe married Isabella Walker daughter of Robert Walker and Elizabeth Cairns, on 3 February 1885.1

Partner with Isabella Walker b. 13 September 1852

Citations

  1. [S18901] Henry P. Baxter & Isabel C. LeFurgey, (3 February 1885), Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915: New England Historic Genealogical Society; Boston, Massachusetts; Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915.

Francis A. Baxter1

M, #116520
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Last Edited 16 February 2024 17:03:46

Child with Bridget

SonHenry P. Baxter b. Estimated 1862

Citations

  1. [S18901] Henry P. Baxter & Isabel C. LeFurgey, (3 February 1885), Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915: New England Historic Genealogical Society; Boston, Massachusetts; Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915.

Bridget1

F, #116521
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Last Edited 16 February 2024 17:04:12

Child with Francis A. Baxter

SonHenry P. Baxter b. Estimated 1862

Citations

  1. [S18901] Henry P. Baxter & Isabel C. LeFurgey, (3 February 1885), Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915: New England Historic Genealogical Society; Boston, Massachusetts; Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts, U.S., Marriage Records, 1840-1915.

Margaret Helen Webster1

F, #116522, b. 25 April 1914, d. 17 September 2003
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Parents

FatherIsaac Albert Webster b. Estimated 1884, d. 1937
MotherIva Irene Hitchcock b. 15 April 1894, d. 27 February 1937
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 April 2024 19:31:35
BirthMargaret Helen Webster was born on 25 April 1914, in Fort Fairfield, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.2,3
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DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 3 January 1920 in the household of Isaac Albert Webster, as a daughter, in Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine, USAG. Isaac was an engineer for the railroad.4
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 15 April 1930 in the household of Isaac Albert Webster, as a daughter, in Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine, USAG. Albert was a fireman for the steam railroad.5
MarriageShe married Ralph Louis Keyes son of George A. Keyes and Delia Summers, on 22 July 1939, in Dedham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.1
WifeMargaret Helen Webster was enumerated on the census on 20 April 1940 in the household of Ralph Louis Keyes, as his wife, in Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.6
WifeShe was enumerated on the census on 2 May 1950 in the household of Ralph Louis Keyes, as his wife, in Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.AG. Ralph was a proprietor of an oil dealership.7
DeathShe died on 17 September 2003.2
BurialShe was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River, Bristol County, Massachusetts, USAG. Plot OG7274.8

Child with Ralph Louis Keyes b. 30 December 1913, d. 6 December 1990

DaughterPatricia Ann Keyes b. 4 September 1935, d. 6 March 2003

Citations

  1. [S18907] Former Maine Girl Bride in Dedham, Mass., The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 4 August 1939, Page 6. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.
  2. [S18912] Margaret Helen Keyes.. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  3. [S18914] Maine, U.S., Birth Records, 1715-1922, Maine State Archives, Margaret Helen Webster entry, digital copy of original document 1908-1922 Vital Records, Roll 59, (25 April 1914).
  4. [S18902] 1920 United States Federal Census, Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine, household of Isaac A. Webster, 3 January 1920, digital copy of original census page, Roll T625_647, Page 2B. Enumeration District 138.
  5. [S18905] 1930 United States Federal Census, Brownville, Piscataquis, Maine, USA, household of I. Albert Webster, 15 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2340573, Page 8B. Enumeration District 0009.
  6. [S18919] 1940 United States Federal Census, Norwood, Norfolk, Massachusetts, household of Ralph Keyes, 20 April 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll m-t0627-01629, Page 16A. Enumeration District 11-158.
  7. [S18908] 1950 United States Federal Census, Norwood, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA, household of Ralph L. Keyes, 2 May 1950, digital copy of original census page, Roll 4268, Page 13. Enumeration District 11-281.
  8. [S18913] Burial Record - Margaret Helen (Webster) Keyes, findagrave Memorial 142563843. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record - Margaret Helen (Webster) Keyes.

Katheryn Ruth Webster1,2

F, #116523, b. 25 December 1915, d. 5 April 2000
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Parents

FatherIsaac Albert Webster b. Estimated 1884, d. 1937
MotherIva Irene Hitchcock b. 15 April 1894, d. 27 February 1937
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
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NameKatheryn Ruth Webster was also known as Katharine Webster.3
NameShe was also known as Kathryn Ruth Preble.2
BirthShe was born on 25 December 1915, in Fort Fairfield, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.1,2
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 3 January 1920 in the household of Isaac Albert Webster, as a daughter, in Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine, USAG. Isaac was an engineer for the railroad.3
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 15 April 1930 in the household of Isaac Albert Webster, as a daughter, in Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine, USAG. Albert was a fireman for the steam railroad.4
BridesmaidShe was a bridesmaid at the wedding of Ralph Louis Keyes and Margaret Helen Webster on 22 July 1939 in Dedham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.5
DivorcedKatheryn Ruth Webster was divorced Before 30 April 1940.6
CensusShe was head of the household in the census on 30 April 1940 in Dedham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG. Kathryn (age 25) was divorced, a lodger in a household, and a waitress. Also enumerated was her first daughter Elizabeth K. Preble (age 6). Her younger daughter, Patricia Ann (age 4) was enumerated in the household of Kathryn's sister Margaret and her husband Frank Keyes.7
MarriageShe married Frank Coxon son of Charles Coxon and Nellie King, After 1940.
WifeKatheryn Ruth Webster was enumerated on the census on 6 April 1950 in the household of Frank Coxon, as his wife, in Greenfield, Franklin County, Massachusetts, USAG. Frank was a chef in a private hotel. Katheryn was a waitress in a private hotel, presumably the same hotel. Step-daughters Elizabeth and Patricia were recorded with the surname of their biological father, Donald Preble.8
DeathShe died on 5 April 2000 in Massachusetts, USAG.2
BurialShe was buried in Island Pond Cemetery, Ludlow, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USAG.9

Partner with Frank Coxon b. 12 August 1909, d. 20 April 1985

Citations

  1. [S18903] Maine, U.S., Birth Records, 1715-1922, Maine State Archives, Katheryn R. Webster entry, digital copy of original document 1908-1922 Vital Records, Roll 59, (25 December 1915).
  2. [S18923] Kathryn Ruth Preble.. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims Index.
  3. [S18902] 1920 United States Federal Census, Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine, household of Isaac A. Webster, 3 January 1920, digital copy of original census page, Roll T625_647, Page 2B. Enumeration District 138.
  4. [S18905] 1930 United States Federal Census, Brownville, Piscataquis, Maine, USA, household of I. Albert Webster, 15 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2340573, Page 8B. Enumeration District 0009.
  5. [S18907] Former Maine Girl Bride in Dedham, Mass., The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 4 August 1939, Page 6. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.
  6. [S18924] 1940 United States Federal Census, Dedham, Norfolk, Massachusetts, household of William F. Hoefer, 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll m-t0627-01627, Page 13A. Enumeration District 11-95.
  7. [S18924] 1940 United States Federal Census, Dedham, Norfolk, Massachusetts, household of William F. Hoefer, 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll m-t0627-01627, Page 13A. Enumeration District 11-95.Kathryn was divorced and a lodger in this household.
  8. [S18927] 1950 United States Federal Census, Greenfield, Franklin, Massachusetts, USA, household of Frank Coxon, 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll 2564, Page 22. Enumeration District 6-41.
  9. [S18929] Burial Record - Frank Coxon, Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/122892473/frank-coxon: accessed February 21, 2024), memorial page for Frank Coxon (12 Aug 1909–20 Apr 1985), Find a Grave Memorial ID 122892473, citing Island Pond Cemetery, Ludlow, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA; Maintained by Jim Goodreau (contributor 48412270).. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record - Frank Coxon.

Donald Arthur Preble, Sr.1

M, #116525, b. 1929, d. 15 January 2004
Last Edited 21 February 2024 15:38:46
BirthDonald Arthur Preble, Sr., was born in 1929, in Waterbury, Vermont, USAG.1
DeathHe died on 15 January 2004 in Pensacola, FloridaG.1

Citations

  1. [S18922] Death - Donald Arthur Preble 1929-2004, Pensacola News Journal, Pensacola, Florida, 18 January 2004, Page 26. Hereinafter cited as Pensacola News Journal.

Ralph Louis Keyes1

M, #116527, b. 30 December 1913, d. 6 December 1990
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Parents

FatherGeorge A. Keyes
MotherDelia Summers
Last Edited 12 April 2024 20:03:31
BirthRalph Louis Keyes was born on 30 December 1913, in Quincy, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.2,3
MarriageHe married Margaret Helen Webster daughter of Isaac Albert Webster and Iva Irene Hitchcock, on 22 July 1939, in Dedham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.1
CensusRalph Louis Keyes appeared on the census on 20 April 1940 as Head of Household in Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USAG.4
CensusHe appeared on the census on 2 May 1950 as Head of Household in Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.AG. Ralph was a proprietor of an oil dealership.5
DeathHe died on 6 December 1990 in Miriam Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island, USAG.2
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BurialHe was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River, Bristol County, Massachusetts, USAG.2

Child with Margaret Helen Webster b. 25 April 1914, d. 17 September 2003

DaughterPatricia Ann Keyes b. 4 September 1935, d. 6 March 2003

Citations

  1. [S18907] Former Maine Girl Bride in Dedham, Mass., The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 4 August 1939, Page 6. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.
  2. [S18910] Death - Ralph L. Keyes, 76, was Fall River heating oil dealer, The Boston Globe, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 8 December 1990, Page 33. Hereinafter cited as The Globe.
  3. [S18911] Ralph Louis Keyes.. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  4. [S18919] 1940 United States Federal Census, Norwood, Norfolk, Massachusetts, household of Ralph Keyes, 20 April 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll m-t0627-01629, Page 16A. Enumeration District 11-158.
  5. [S18908] 1950 United States Federal Census, Norwood, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA, household of Ralph L. Keyes, 2 May 1950, digital copy of original census page, Roll 4268, Page 13. Enumeration District 11-281.

George A. Keyes1

M, #116528
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Last Edited 17 February 2024 09:40:12

Child with Delia Summers

SonRalph Louis Keyes+ b. 30 December 1913, d. 6 December 1990

Citations

  1. [S18907] Former Maine Girl Bride in Dedham, Mass., The Bangor Daily News, Bangor, Maine, USA, 4 August 1939, Page 6. Hereinafter cited as The Bangor Daily News.

Delia Summers1

F, #116533
Family Explorer
Last Edited 17 February 2024 18:59:13

Child with George A. Keyes

SonRalph Louis Keyes+ b. 30 December 1913, d. 6 December 1990

Citations

  1. [S18911] Ralph Louis Keyes.. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Larence Glen Cagle1

M, #116534
Last Edited 19 February 2024 18:36:22
DeathLarence Glen Cagle died.2
BurialHe was buried.

Citations

  1. [S18921] Preble, Cagle, Vows Read, Pensacola News Journal, Pensacola, Florida, 6 January 1968, Page 8. Hereinafter cited as Pensacola News Journal.
  2. [S18916] Find a Grave, William A. Lake & Patricia A. (Keyes) Lake, Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/239240501/patricia_a-lake: accessed February 18, 2024), memorial page for Patricia A. Lake (4 Sep 1935–6 Mar 2003), Find a Grave Memorial ID 239240501, citing North Burial Ground, Fall River, Bristol County, Massachusetts, USA; Maintained by S Clark (contributor 49190271).. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave.

Patricia Ann Keyes

F, #116535, b. 4 September 1935, d. 6 March 2003
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Parents

FatherRalph Louis Keyes b. 30 December 1913, d. 6 December 1990
MotherMargaret Helen Webster b. 25 April 1914, d. 17 September 2003
Relationships4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 19 February 2024 17:20:32
BirthPatricia Ann Keyes was born on 4 September 1935, in Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.AG.1
DeathShe died on 6 March 2003.1

Citations

  1. [S18915] Patricia Ann Keyes.. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Frank Coxon1

M, #116550, b. 12 August 1909, d. 20 April 1985
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Parents

FatherCharles Coxon
MotherNellie King
Last Edited 12 April 2024 19:31:35
BirthFrank Coxon was born on 12 August 1909, in Pittsfield, Maine, Somerset County, USAG.2
MarriageHe married Katheryn Ruth Webster daughter of Isaac Albert Webster and Iva Irene Hitchcock, After 1940.
CensusFrank Coxon appeared on the census on 6 April 1950 as Head of Household in Greenfield, Franklin County, Massachusetts, USAG. Frank was a chef in a private hotel. Katheryn was a waitress in a private hotel, presumably the same hotel. Step-daughters Elizabeth and Patricia were recorded with the surname of their biological father, Donald Preble.1
DeathHe died on 20 April 1985, at home, Holyoke, Massachusetts, USAG; Frank died at home, 137 West Ave. At the time of his death Frank was a retired head chef at the former Roger Smith Hotel, Holyoke, and the Weldon Hotel in Greenfield. He was a chef at area hotels and restaurants for more than 40 years. Frank died at home, 137 West Ave. At the time of his death Frank was a retired head chef at the former Roger Smith Hotel, Holyoke, and the Weldon Hotel in Greenfield. He was a chef at area hotels and restaurants for more than 40 years.2
BurialHe was buried in Island Pond Cemetery, Ludlow, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USAG. Inscription: COXON / Frank / 1909 - 1985 | Kathryn / 1915 - 2000.2,3

Partner with Katheryn Ruth Webster b. 25 December 1915, d. 5 April 2000

Citations

  1. [S18927] 1950 United States Federal Census, Greenfield, Franklin, Massachusetts, USA, household of Frank Coxon, 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll 2564, Page 22. Enumeration District 6-41.
  2. [S18928] Death - Frank Coxon, Transcript-Telegram, Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA, 22 April 1985, Page 4. Hereinafter cited as Transcript-Telegram.
  3. [S18929] Burial Record - Frank Coxon, Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/122892473/frank-coxon: accessed February 21, 2024), memorial page for Frank Coxon (12 Aug 1909–20 Apr 1985), Find a Grave Memorial ID 122892473, citing Island Pond Cemetery, Ludlow, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA; Maintained by Jim Goodreau (contributor 48412270).. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record - Frank Coxon.
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