Ward County, North Dakota Queries

These queries are posted on an on-going basis. Please allow 48 hours for your query to appear. Any suggestions on improvement for this page will be greatly appreciated. Last updated January 1, 2004.

Mgood I was just visiting the US Genweb page for North Dakota and was hoping to find some information on Ward County as much of my family is from Makoti. I have the addresses for vital records, but am unsure about how to get more information on this small town. I'm particularly trying to find a jubilee book for the 50th anniversary of this town, as I have seen the 7
J. M. Okuley (Feb 24, 2001)Searching for information on Edward WINKLER and his descendants. He was the brother of my great grandmother Anna WINKLER who was born 1852 in Gross Briesen, Silesia, Germany. She immigrated to America in 1882 to Defiance, Ohio where her brother already lived. She married, raised her family and died in Defiance, Ohio. Her obituary of 1926 states that her brother Edward was living in Surrey, North Dakota. I found a land record for Edward for a patent purchase of 160 acres in Ward County dated 26 Sept. 1910. Any info on the family appreciated. Reply to okuleygenealogy@hotmail.com

Loretta (May 12, 2001)My gramma is a SCHWANDT from South Dakota--She had aunts Ida (Mrs. Ben) HABECK and Anna (Mrs. Henry) JOOS. Ida & Ben , Anna & Henry farmed 17 miles west of Towner ND. Ida had a daughter Hilda who married a WEGNER and then a MILLER I think. Anna had several children who lived in the Towner area. I am looking for information on these families,. Thank You Loretta

Pete Anderson (May 12, 2001)Hi, am looking for Daufney, Louis J and family. My gmother Nellie Elvira Daufney was born in Berthold. Her parents Louis and Lillian (Martin) were born in MN. Trying to discover when the move to ND etc took place. Nellie's brother Byron was also born in ND. They were the oldes of 7. The other 5 born in MN. Nellie's bd 09/17/1909. Byron was 07/1911. Other children born at least 2 years later. Thanks for the help, Pete Anderson

Barbara Hathcock (May 12, 2001) I am interested in anyone that can relate to the Talley Family that was in Minot, Ward Co., ND Associated lines are: Beaton? - Watson - Martonik - Grossman - Colby - Baker - Conklin - Balli - Kublic - Fast - Bezanson - Ackerman Mallie F. (Malvina Francis?) Talley and Chester A. (Abel?) Talley were the children of Constantine Able Talley and Betty Elizabeth Beckham. The descendants of Chester A. mainly settle in Minot, and a few surrounding counties. I have a great deal of information to share with these people. Barbra Jean (Baker) Hathcock, Columbus, OH Ray1693@aol.com

Timestone (May 12, 2001)Looking for information about my great-grandmother, Mary O'RIORDAN CAREY GALVIN, sister of Julia and Eugene O'Riordan, a Chicago lawyer. All came from Cork County, Ireland in the late 1800's. Mary lived in Morris, MN, and her funeral in 1924 was attended by her nephew, Eugene O'Riordan Jr., who lived in Minot, ND. Thanks.

Betty Charnholm (May 12, 2001)I am looking for descendants of Leon Power who lived in Minot, ND in 1939. He was born 17 Dec 1893 in Traill Co., ND. Last known residence is Minot, ND. Betty Charnholm bjcharn@juno.com

Jostein Lillestol(May 20, 2001)ANDERSON, Aumond I am looking for descendants of a family from Hornindal, Norway who settled in the Breckenridge-Wahpeton area in 1882-83. The head of the family was Anders (Andrew) Olson Lillestøl (b.1832) and wife Oline (b.1844). One of their 7 children Amund (Aumond) Anderson (b.1879) moved to Minot, where he operated a restaurant. It is said that he was married to Nancy and had two boys Robert Anderson and Harold Anderson, but no vital dates are known or whether they stayed on in Minot or not. Any further information could be helpful. Jostein Lillestøl, Saudalskleivane 44, 5136 Mjølkeråen, NORWAY e-mail: jostein.lillestol@nhh.no
Maureen Anderson(May 20, 2001)Looking for information on Emma Andersen who emigrated to Ward Co. ND in 1884 with her widowed mother and sister from Norway. She was born in 1872. She married Jacob Moger in Minot in 1898. Any information or help would be greatly appreciated. Maureen Anderson, Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada moe146@mnsi.net

Kathy Musfelt(May 20, 2001)I am looking for anyone who might have information on Albert and Vernon Musfelt who spent some time in the area of Minot, North Dakota around the time of 1900-1904, when they emigrated to Alberta, Canada. Thanks for any help you are able to provide. Thanks! Kathy Musfelt, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Carol (Fransworth) Sakata(June 24, 2001)Looking for information on family/descendants of Leonard J. STROMSWOLD and his wife, Effie M. FARNSWORTH. They came to North Dakota from Meeker County, MN in the early 1900s and were long-time residents of Minot. Effie died there in 1967. She was my grandfather's sister. We have lost contact with this branch of our family. Thank you. Carol (Farnsworth) Sakata csakata@compuserve.com

Joyce(June 24, 2001)I am looking for any information that anyone may have about Roy Pennington age 7 killed by a train in Ward County, ND Apr. 1903. Thank you, Joyce

Dori(June 24, 2001) Looking for information on the decendants of Joseph Roach, originally from Northfield MN. Migrated to Minot ND 1896. Organized the Great Northern Bank of Minot(1897), name later changed to 2nd National Bank(1902),,elected to the House of Representatives,1890, two sessions, mayor of Minot 1902, died 31 Oct 1913. Info on Joseph Roach from the History of North Dakota. Children of Joseph and Eleanor(Clauge) Roach: Phillip A Roach m Anna Rose Hyland Elizabeth Luella Roach m Axel Roise Frank W Roach m Florence Waggoner Dori Answers please put Roach, ND in subject line

Joseph Leahy(August 24, 2001)My mother's step-grandparents--Ferdinand and Augusta Rubow--both died at Donnybrook, Ward County, ND. He died January 21, 1927 and she died ten years earlier in 1917; unfortunately I don't know when in that year she died. Can you help me locate a record of their deaths. A search of the Minot newspapers for the time periods was unproductive and I don't know if there was a newspaper published in or for Donnybrook then. Any ideas you could give me will be appreciated. M. Joseph Leahy, Auke Bay, Alaska

Roger Robbins(August 24, 2001)Seeking descendants of Clarence ROBBINS and his wife, Mary Kahler. Clarence is son of Truman Robbins and Angeline Leonard. Clarence b c 1860 in Lee Co., Illinois. Moved to Pukwana SD with family in 1878. Subsequently moved to Aberdeen,then to Minot. Last known to be in Minot living with Kahler family c 1937. Sibling of Hattie Routier, Albert Robibins and Margaret whom we are also seeking. Purpose: Inclusion in ROBBINS genealogy R Robbins

Bob Smock(August 24, 2001)Seeking information on the family of my maternal grandmother, Alma Helle. Fathers name was Peter or Pete Helle, emigrated from near Bergen, Norway during 19th century and settled in proximity of Minot/Grand Forks, North Dakota. Alma Helle married Fred William Thola early 20th century and they moved to Kentucky and later Indiana. Known relatives living in proximity Minot/Grand Forks. Any information helpful and appreciated. Best Regards Bob Smock

Linda Beaty(August 24, 2001)Looking for any information of George and Viola (Wehrly) Lingofelt. In 1903 they moved to homestead near Surry. Had an adopted son William who would have been 14 years old. Their daughter Laura Beaty lived in Carrington. If anyone has cemetery info on Viola I would appreciate it. I know George died in 1932 and was buried in the Surry Cemetery but I don't know the date. Thank you for your time Linda Beaty reb-lmbeaty@worldnet.att.net

Mary Ellen Young(August 24, 2001)Mary Ellen (Cecilia) We are looking for information on birth and birth family/decendants. I was born on August 11, 1929 in Minot, N.D., Ward County, and given the name "Mary Cecilia". I do not know the last name. I was placed for adoption on October 29, 1929, apparently in Oklahoma. I have been told my birth parents were Norwegion but have no proof. We would be grateful for any information. Thank you. Mary Ellen Young & Susan. Reply to Susu918@aol.com

Elizabeth Fee-Dubois(December 26, 2001)Looking for information or photographs of the families AAKRANN and HUSBY: AAKRANN, MORTEN; AAKRANN, MARTIN; AAKRANN, MARGARET ELIZABETH; HUSBY, LYELL; HUSBY, LAWRENCE; HUSBY, MILDRED of Norwegian ancestry. They all at one time lived in Minot, Ward County. Thank you kindly. Elizabeth Fee-Dubois.

Roger Bredin (December 26, 2001) Looking to find obituary and final resting place for AMY SOPHIA CAST 1869 d. Nov. 7, 1936 in Minot, Ward and husband CHARLES GEORGE HARVEY d unknown. They were at Minot from 1934-1936 for sure and perhaps before and after. Roger Bredin

Tricia DeMoss (December 26, 2001) Looking for info on the WILLIAM ANDREW DePRIEST family. William born 1886 in MO., died 1965 in Ward Co. ND.

Netimpulse I have been working on a genealogy line of FONTAIN DAWSON/STRAUGHN (adopted) and OLIVE BISSELL, and have found my Grandmother's marriage information and one of her children's birth records in Ward County. I am currently looking for more information on the natural parents (STRAUGHN) and adoptive parents (DAWSON) of FONTAIN (has been also recorded as FONTAIM). He was a Methodist minister.

Marget I'm searching for the descendents of JOHN PATRICK CAROLINE born 20 Jan 1860 in Glasgow, Lanark, Scotland, and his wife, JENNIE. Also, I'm searching for the descendents of FRANCIS B. (FRANK) CAROLINE born 29 March 1865 in Glasgow, Lanark, Scotland and his wife, CATHERINE C. DOWNS. Their familes lived in Ward County, ND. John and Frank Caroline were brothers and were my great grandmother's cousins. I would like to know what happened to them and their other brothers and sisters except for Bridget Caroline (I know what happened to her and her family). Thanks, Marget

Patty (Dec 30, 2001)I am interested in information/obituary for JOHN ALBERT JOHNSON. He was born April 20, 1896 in Grant County, Minnesota to Knute Johnson and Berit (a.k.a. Betsey) Olson Johnson. I believe he died in March 1970 and was a railroad worker. Thanks. Patty

Richard Rowland(Dec 30, 2001)Looking for info on family of Albert Rowland wife: Martha (Neilson) father: Neils Neilson? Children: Ethel, Merl (my father) Pearl. My father was born in Kenmare between 1900 and 1910 Richard Rowland

Denise McGinnis(Dec 30, 2001)I am looking for info on any Hedberg/Fargo families. I am the great granddaughter of Samuel Hedberg and Ora Fargo. Would love to find a family contact in Minot area. Thanks Denise McGinnis

DeLorris Grueneberg Rekoske(May 6, 2002) Seeking info re the Grueneberg Family or Families that settled in the Minot, ND area. Believe these were relatives of the Daniel Grueneberg Family (my Gr. Grandfather) that immigrated to Dodge Co, WI in 1867 from Pommern. Would appreciate any info at all. DeLorris Grueneberg Rekoske

Lynn Anderson(May 6, 2002)I am looking for a Marvin Skappel who lived around Minot in the early 1900's . He is buried somewhere in Minot. He had Four kids. Robert, June, and the other two I don't know. If you could help me. I would gladly pay you. Thank you lynn anderson

Rhonda Nelson(May 6, 2002) Looking for information on the family of Rudolph Marcuson, I found them living in Minot, ND in 1920. Rudolph and his wife Pearl had three children listed on the 1920 census. They were Rena, Raymond, and Edwin. Rudolph's mother Rene Sathre was also listed as living with them. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Rhonda Nelson

Ruby(May 6, 2002)The Ringen Funeral Home was bought out by Thompson-Larson. It is located in Kenmare,Ward County. Wes Burkart said they bought them out but didn't have any records and didn't know where they would be located. Ruby

Amy Mattley(May 6, 2002)I am looking for any information on the RASMUS MADSEN family. The only information that I have is a son's birth certificate, Oswald Subby Madsen (Dec 1st, 1915). They immigrated from Denmark. The only other thing that I know is that Rasmus was listed as a Blacksmith on Oswald's birth certificate. Any information at all would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. Amy Madsen Mattley Email: amattley@cox.net

David Ramstad(May 6, 2002) My recent family history is rather fractured. The oldest ancestor I know is my great grandfather: Robert Ramstad, father of Palmer Ramstad who in turn was the father of Michael Ramstad and then me. I know there is a Ramstad High School in Minot, but I don't know where my family originally came from, so Ramstad High seems as good a place as any to start. I'm in Minneapolis, if you have any suggestions or answers please let me know where I should start digging for clues. Thanks! David Ramstad

R. Robbins(May 19, 2002)Still seeking descendants of Clarence who was born in Amboy, Lee Co., Illinois c 1860. Living in Minot in 1937. Believed to have had two daughters. Luella and Margaret. Others? S/O Truman and Angline Robbins. Married in Lee Co., Illinois to Mary E.Kahler. Purpose:Inclusion in family genealogy. R Robbins

R. Robbins(August 11, 2002)Still seeking descendants of Clarence Robbins who was living in Minot in 1937. He is said to have had two daughters, Luella and Margaret.Purpose: Inclusion in Robbins Family Genealogy. R Robbins

Marilyn Trumbull(August 11, 2002)I have a Joshua Green (b.Dec. 8, 1832, Royalton, Niagara, Ny, d. Sep. 10, 1910 in Minot, Ward, ND) who married Samantha or Sarentha A. Nichols (b. 1842, d. 1920, æ 78y). I do not know their marriage date. They had at least 5 children: Daniel R. Green, Belle Green, Edna Green, Eric Green & Gertie Green. I have no dates for these children & don't know if they were b. in NY, MI or ND. Any help you can give or direction would be appreciated. Also any other Nichols in your locale are of interest to me. Thank you kindly, Marilyn Nichols Trumbull Ohio

Shirley A JonesI am seeking information on my great grandparents, Hans Hiller born in Linlstrom, Norway in 1868 ,married to Carrie Holem in Kenmare, North Dakota about 1890.I have been told there is a book called Blooming Prairie History Book that has a chapter about the Hillers.They had at least 9 children and moved to Idaho in 1908. I am interested in locating a copy of the book or any information on the family, especially Carrie Holem. They lived in Barton before moving to Idaho

Debra Morton(August 11, 2002)Desire info on decendants of Mary Elizabeth COFFMAN GOODPASTURE (b.1851 in Minia Town, IN.) d. Mar.5, 1934 in Ward Co. Berthold, ND. , m. James GOODPASTOR. Thank you! Deb Morton

R Robbins(August 11. 2002)Seeking info regarding and descendants of: Clarence B. Robbins and his wife Mary E Kelcher who moved to Minot area sometime after 1926. Clarence died after 1937. Two daughters known: Margaret and Luella. Would greatly appreciate informtion or directions on how to proceed in Ward Co. with my Family data wanted for inclusion in Robbins Genealogy. Thank you` for any asistance, Michele

Beverly Harcourt(August 11, 2002)Looking of infromation and Obit for Charles W. Harcourt who died in Minot, ND April 23 1962.

Bob Johnson(August 11, 2002)Looking for any information on descendents of Edward Julius Nelson who emigrated from Rolfstorp parish, Halland lan, Sweden. Emigrated in 1893 to North Dakota. Father Edward Bertil Nelson also homesteaded in Ward County, securing his patent in 1911. Edward Julius had 4 children; Alvin, Esther, Hilbert and Victor. Would appreciate any information on the above.

Dr. Marc Peterka(Sept. 8, 2002)I am looking for descendants of J.E. "Ed" Showers and Theresa "Tracy" Kahellek-Showers b 1887 in Evansville MN. They passed away in Kenmare. That's all that I know. Tracy and Mary Kahellek-Peterka, my grandmother, were sisters. The Peterka's are from Wahpeton ND. Also, the Tibbits, William and Raymond, were distant cousins and were from McHenry, Ward Co, if that helps. Are there any children in that family, or do you know anything else about them? Thank you very much, Dr Marc Peterka drmarc2000@hotmail.com

Vicki Minear(Sept. 8, 2002)looking for info on william howard myers. he and his father homesteaded in ward county, mckinnely township abt 1890- 1906. They lived in Minot. First family to have a thrashing machine in North Dakota. Any info on this family would be greatly appreciated. Vicki Minear

Bob Johnson (Sept. 18,2002)I am seeking information on John Nelson who homesteaded in Ward County of thereabouts in the early 1900's. He was my grandfather's brother who also homesteaded near Douglas, proving up his claim in 1911. I have searched land records in BLM files but there are too many John Nelsons, none of whom used a middle initial. I know very little about his movements after arriving from Sweden. He is included in the Griggs County, N.D. census of 1900 as living in the household of his brother, Edward B. Nelson, who had rented a farm near Cooperstown. I know that he had a son named Lincoln Nelson who had a wife named Rachel. My mother informed me many years ago that her Uncle John had homesteaded in North Dakota near E.B. Nelson's homestead.

Marv Williams (Dec. 14, 2002) I am looking for any information on the following Surnames out of Ward county and also looking for Surnames out of Pembina and Drayton. The following surnames are in my family tree: Luvaas, Peter-b-June 23, 1891 -d- July 1971, in Minot, ND. Strickland, Harold Wayne. Lived in Burliington. Married a Doris Brougham. Doris's mother was; Florence Grumbo. Her grandmother was; Josephine Grumbo who lived to 100 years old. Have newspaper article on her being ward county oldest living person when she died. Harold died in a auto accident at the age of 52 in 1962 on his way to Williston. he and Carol Stone were killed in the crash. He died in Williston, hospital. Harold Strickland was the father of: Roberta Strickland-b-11-29-1941; Eldwin-b-5-25-1942; Kitty-b-10-6-1944; Harold Jr.-b-4-24-1945; Ronald Gene-b-12-20-1945; Lyle LeRoy-b-10-25-1949; Charles-b-10-5-1953; Cheryl Jean-b-12-26-yr unknown.....I would be interested in having contact with any of these Stricklands, if anyone has any info on them. Their Mother, Doris, was my Dad's oldest sister. Harold Strickland lived in Waterford at the time of his death. Doris, his wife also died in an auto accident at the age of 60, in Minot, ND. If you would like to visit my geneaolgy web-site on the following Surnames from North Dakota, Grandbois-Grumbo-Williams-Thomas-Quellette, the address is: www.geocities.com/whistleinthewind2/ I have plenty of historical documents and historical pictures that my father saved from when he was a child, including some pic-post cards dating back to 1901 of downtown Minot, Railroad pics, Minot business's and taverns. All are original photo's from my father's collection. Marv Williams

Bob Johnson(Dec. 14, 2002) I am searching for information on Edward J. Nelson who emigrated to America in 1893 to Hudson WI. His father was Edward Bertil Nelson. Both homesteaded in Ward County, North Dakota in the early 1900's, near Douglas. He had children named Hilbert, and Esther and two other children.

Ken Kothe(Dec. 27, 2002)Looking for burial site for MESSISNGER, Arthur Oscar and wf. Hattie. He died in 1934. They were residents of Kenmare. Does anyone have the cemetery records for cemeteries in or near Kenmare. Thanks so much. Ken Kothe Iowa

Helen Jackson (Feb. 2, 2003)I am looking for information on the ANTON BIENEK family. They were in North Dakota in the early 1900's, but have found no trail of them since. The members of the family that we know are ANTON, his wife ANNA, son FREDERICK and daughter ANNA. Thank you, Helen Jackson

Becky Jo Smith (Feb 2, 2003)looking for any info on a family which lived in the minot area in the 1930's the names were Father; Cameron Smith Mother; Cecelia (Gergan) Smith 7 children ( 4 deceased): Donald born 1931, Dave (deceased), Rita (deceased) , James ( deceased), John (deceased), Thomas and Mary (twins) born 1936 All the children but Don were sets of twins. I Think. There should be obits and birth abd death certificates somewhere for the deceased children, they died not as infants, but before they reached their twenties I believe and should also be an obit and a death certificate for the father who died in 1972 in Minot, The family came from Montana I believe, although all the children were born in minot. i believe the mother also died in Minot Don't know when. Any help would be appreciated. Thank-you, Becky jo Smith

Judy Pannell (June 11, 2003) Would welcome any information about Felix ST. AUBIN and family, who lived many years in Ree Township. Felix was born in Illinois and located in ND before 1900 --- he died in March 1963. There is no information about his wife, Evelyn _____________. They had three sons, George, Adler, and Herman. Adler R. ST. AUBIN died 28 OCT 1990 in ND.

Carol Condit (June 11, 2003) Could you tell me please the official name of the cemetery located on the NE corner of the Minot State University campus? Thank you. Carol Condit

Sylvia Butzin(June 11, 2003) Looking for family of Everett Eugene Skillings, born Oct 22, 1934 in Minot ND, and given up for adoption, because the family could not afford another child.

Roger Robbins(June 11, 2003)Still looking for the descendants of Clarence Robbins who was living in Minot in 1937 with the Kelchner family. Had two daughters Margaret and Luella . Other children? R Robbins

Colleen Cameron(June 11, 2003)Am looking for the actual date of death of Maria (Lindvig) Reigstadwho died in Minot in September 1941. Can you help?

Dorothy Erickson(October 5, 2003) I'm looking for information regarding twin girls who were adopted into a family in or around Minot, ND. The baby girls would have been born about 1908 or 1909 in Wells County, ND. Birth surname may not have been known to the twins (Fruh, Frieh, Frueh, Free). Thank you, Dorothy Erickson

Mindy Larson(October 5, 2003) Looking for any McFarland's from Minot, ND. Hope to find a Mary, Floyd or Marilyn McFarland.

Sherry(October 5, 2003)Any info on the following Albert Collins b:1848 Wi d: 19 Feb 1922 Ward Cty Sarah Collins b;1844 Ohio d:3 Oct 1919 Ward Cty. They are the parent of Grace Collins b: 19 Sept 1884 Motley MN d:1Jan 1966 Brainerd Hospital MN she is buried in Rose Hill Cemetery Minot ND. Any info on Grace, she was married but to who? She was divorce when? I can not find any record on her after 1901. I think that's when she moved with her family to ND. Any info would be appreciated Sherry

R. Jones(October 5, 2003)I am trying to find information on the following family that once lived in Minot. My great grandfather William Edward Spencer married to Emma Johnson of Johnston. Their Children Ross Larrow Spencer 1896-1951 Audrey L. married Elmer E. Fisher in Canton 1936/ Audrey was born in 1880. Ross may have had another sister Mrs. Arthur Quigley that Ross went to see in 1919. Ross also had a brother named Harry that married a Beatrice and also had a daughter named Bea. If anyone can give me any info on the above family -it would be greatly appreciated. RJONES9@ec.rr.com

Cheryle Bass(October 5, 2003) I have found our greatgrandfather and grandmother Lottie, as well as grandmother Sarah Mabel Murdick in some of the North Dakota history data base which I have researched. A couple of items: - Ward county - I did find 1900 census info indicating Eugene and family had ownership of Sect 13, Meridian 5, Township 163N, Range 091 W. Did this area become part of Burke County, circa 1910? What is this Township called? Also, there is some information on Eugene in the Burke County & White Earth Valley Historical Society, publication dated 1971 Grandmother married our grandfather Franklin Holmes and spent the remaining portion of her life with him in Canada raising their family in Estevan Sask, Manitoba, and Yukon, then retiring in British Columbia. Sarah Mabel was a kind. gentle person and all her grandchildren have fond memories of her.

Barb Schaefer(October 5, 2003) Hi, My name is Barb Schaefer and I am a volunteer for Rootsweb.com in Wisconsin. I am wondering if you can help me. I am looking for an obituary for Viola Sherwood, wife of Allen Sherwood of Minot, Ward Co., North Dakota. She died on January 18, 1991. Can you help me with this request? Thanks, Barb

Kim Breuer(October 5, 2003) Is there an actual Ward County Historical Society building where one can go and research people or similar?? My teenage daughter and I are trying to research the original owners of our house and what may have happened to their sons (we have copies of their obituaries from microfilm at the library)..We were also hoping to maybe find photos of our house when it was first built--if possible. Kim Breuer

Ricci Powell(October 5, 2003) I am looking for info on a Jean L. (or Jane L.) Lang/Lange born in Minot in 1920-1921. Her father may have been Edward C. b 1891 and her mother was Maude L. Blades/Blaydes b 11/18/1897. Her brother was Eugene b 1921. Any info at all would be helpful. Please contact me at rpowell@cifnet.com Thanks! Ricci Powell

Norm Du Val(October 5, 2003) Hi. I found this below at ttp://www.geocities.com/Athens/Forum/2079/WARDQUER.HTM David Ramstad (May 6, 2002) My recent family history is rather fractured. The oldest ancestor I know is my great grandfather: Robert Ramstad, father of Palmer Ramstad who in turn was the father of Michael Ramstad and then me. I know there is a Ramstad High School in Minot, but I don't know where my family originally came from, so Ramstad High seems as good a place as any to start. I'm in Minneapolis, if you have any suggestions or answers please let me know where I should start digging for clues. Thanks! David Ramstad I'd like to contact David Ramstad as I have much info for him, his father is my first cousin and I know his family history. But his e-mail address as given on the webpage is no longer good. If you can help me contact David that would really be appreciated. Sincerely, Norm Du Val Reeder, North Dakota

Patty McClannahan(October 5, 2003)Hi, I need a search for HANSON in 1885-1960. What is the best way to go about it? All I know is Helmer & Pauline were my grandparents. His father was Hans & was married to a Julia. Helmer & Hans came over from Norway. Helmer was born in Norway in 1884 just before coming over. Helmer died in Burlington,ND in 1960. Pauline died in 1953? Can you help me? Thanks, Patty

Peter Valiente(January 1, 2004)I'm interested in finding information on the family of Patrick Caufield who lived in Spencer, Ward CO., North Dakota between 1895 and 1930. Patrick had a daughter Loretta, sons Charles and John. All I know is that Patrick was a widower who was born in New York. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Pete

James Bradshaw(January 1, 2004)Hello, I am researching the Louis K. Taylor family,He was born 1889 in Minot,Ward,ND. His wife is Christiana, Thanks Juanita

Terry O'Neill(January 1, 2004) Researching my great-grandparents, John W. O'Neill and Mary Bolan O'Neill. Emigrated from Ireland in 1866. First to Lowell, Mass. Then to Fort Dodge, Iowa, where Mary died 12 March 1895. John went on to Kenmare, North Dakota with his brother and brother's family (Charles O'Neill and Katherine Duffy O'Neill). John died in Kenmare 8 April 1913 (St. Agnes Catholic Cemetery). Charles and Katherine had at least a son, John, born 1879 at Fort Dodge, Iowa. Any information would be much appreciated. Terry O'Neill, 613 Slate Hill Road, Sharon Springs, NY 13459

Mackie Family(January 1, 2004)I am looking for information on Alexander and Emily Alice Wymer MACKIE. Both were born in Iowa and married (1882) in Iowa. Two children: Clarence who married an Olive Riggs and Katie who married Theodore Elarth. The children were also born in Iowa. Don't know when they moved to North Dakota, but they are all in the 1910 census living in Ward Co. ND. Obituaries, pictures or any other information would be appreciated. Thanks

Marjorie Vargas(January 1, 2004)Anyone know anything about Helmer C. Pedersen, born in N.D. 21 Mar 1887, died in CA. 1969? His wife was Florence Clure or Hinman, born in Colorado, Michigan or Iowa, abt 1904, died CA 1968. Helmer's father was Mikal Pedersen from Norway, maybe Inderoy, Nord-Trondelag - not sure! Mikal's wifes name is Pernille or Pernelle Karstensen. Land records show a Mikal A. Pedersen having owned land in both Renville & Ward counties also close by a Jakob Karstensen, not sure if these are the same families I am looking for. Any info please let me know!! Gratefully, Marje

J. F. Kane(January1, 2004)I am looking for someone to look up obits in the Minot area. The ancestors that I am researching lived and farmed in the area around Minot from the 1880's till they died. I believe that some of their descendants still live in the area. Any suggestions would be most appreciated. Thank You

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