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Indiana Obituaries K-Z
INDIANA OBITUARIES OF ALFORDS
AND SPELLING VARIATIONS
First Names: K – Z
Obituaries are listed alphabetically by FIRST name. Included are people whose last name, maiden name, or married name is Alford or a spelling variation: Alfred, Alvord, Allford, Halford, Hallford, Holford, etc.
The name of the newspaper (or other source) and place and date of publication follow the name of the deceased. If we included the obituary in AAFA ACTION, the issue is noted.
The Alford American Family Association (AAFA) often adds notes to each obituary, including Social Security Death Index (SSDI) data, relationship of the deceased to other Alfords, and lineages. We add to AAFA NOTES as time permits.
Where lineages are included (Alford unless otherwise stated), the format is: Name, year of birth, state or country of birth.
Obituaries of AAFA members and sometimes their spouses are also included on AAFA Member Memorials and may include more information.
We welcome corrections and additional information. If you have an obituary from this state that is not included here, please share it with us!
Date posted: 1 JUNE 2025
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The families of many of the subjects of these Indiana obituaries are represented in AAFA Alford Genealogies published on this website, where we are referring readers for more information.
*AAFA’s Online Published Genealogies:
1. Descendants of John & Mary Alford of Frederick County VA (DNA Group 2)
2. Known Descendants of Benedict Alford and Joan Newton (DNA Group 4) and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England (DNA Group Four)
3. Known Descendants of William Alford and Mary Miller (DNA Group 2)
4. Known Descendants of John and Polly Markland Alford
5. Known Descendants of James Alford & Lucy Bailey (DNA Group 1)
6. Descendants of ‘Irish’ John Alford (DNA Group 97)
7. Known Descendants of Alexander Alvord and Mary Vore (DNA Group 4) and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England (DNA Group 4)
See also Open Library’s A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord, by Samuel Morgan Alvord (Webster, NY: A.D. Andrews, printer, 1908)
8. Known Descendants of John William Alford b. 1811 England – d. 1890 Kentucky.
9. Descendants of Robert & Susanna Alford (DNA Group 3)
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Frequently cited sources are these databases at Ancestry:
IN Births: Indiana Births, 1880–1920; and Indiana, Birth Certificates, 1907–1944 (with images)
IN Marriages: Indiana, Marriages, 1810–2001; Indiana, Marriage Index, 1800–1941; Indiana, Marriage Certificates, 1960–2012; Indiana, Marriage Index, 1806–1861; Indiana, Select Marriages Index, 1748–1993; also Indiana Marriages, 1811–2007, with images (FamilySearch.org)
IN Deaths: Indiana Deaths, 1882–1920; and Indiana, Death Certificates, 1899–2017 (with some images)
SSDI: Social Security Death Index, 1935–2014
SSACI: Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
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KATE M. HIPES NOAH ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Tuesday, 27 February 1951
Mrs. Kate Alford, 76, of near Buena Vista, died Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the home of a granddaughter where she had been removed five weeks ago.
She was born in Decatur County Oct. 10, 1874, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hypes.
She was a member of the Buena Vista Christian Church and had lived in that community all her life.
Besides the granddaughter where she died, Mrs. Alford is survived by three [step]sons, Harry and Lavern Alford, Wabash; and Earl Alford Connersville; a [step]daughter, Mrs. Albert Shulte, Hamilton, Ohio; 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; a son, Earl Noah, and a daughter, Mrs. Oscar Holsbach, Clarksburg.
Her husband, John Alford, preceded her in death twelve years ago.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Clarksburg Methodist Church…. Friends may call at the Moster Mortuary here after 3 o’clock this afternoon.
Photo from Clarksburg Cemetery, Clarksburg, Decatur Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Porter
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her second husband, John R. Alford, in this compilation.
Kate’s first husband, Robert Noah, was the brother of John R. Alford’s first wife, Malinda Ellen Noah.
In 1880, Kate M. Hipes is listed in Fugit, Decatur Co., IN, with her widowed mother, Artmiss Hipes, and 2 sisters.
From IN Marriages: Henry Hipes married Artimissa Manley on 6 July 1855 in Decatur Co., IN.
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KATHERINE BEAVER ALFORD
DAILY LEDGER
Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—Wednesday, 9 February 1921
Photo from Crownland Cemetery, Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, DAW
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Allison Granville Alford; and children Bertha Olive Alford Ferguson and Vernon Earl Alford in this compilation.
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KATHERINE I. COPPLE BANE ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Wednesday, 20 August 2008
Katherine I. “Grandma Honey” Alford, 93, of Rushville, died Aug. 18, 2008.
Born May 13, 1915 in Manilla, she was the daughter of Oliver and Gertrude Ramsey Copple, both deceased.
Mrs. Alford spent her entire life in Rush County. She worked several years as a practical nurse at Rush Memorial Hospital and in private homes. She was a member of the Rushville Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Survivors include sons, Sherman (Chintana) Bane and Kenneth (Chang) Bane, both of Muncie; daughters, Nancy (Bob) Glover, Rosemary (Charles) Paugh, Faith Sadler (David) Hankins, Jeanie Ralstin, and Priscilla (Henry “Hank”) Glover, all of Rushville; 26 grandchildren; and several great- and great-great-grandchildren.
Besides her parents she was preceded in death by five brothers, three sisters, three sons and two grandsons.
Services will be at 1 p.m. today at Moster Mortuary in Rushville. Burial will be in Rushville’s East Hill Cemetery….
Photo from East Hill Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Lee
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Katherine Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Rushville, Rush Co., IN.
Marriage announcement:
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Wednesday, 1 July 1931
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KATHRYN CORDELIA GOULD ALFORD STONE
Photo from her 1918 U.S. Passport Application (Ancestry)
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 27 March 1957
Funeral services for Mrs. Kathryn Stone, 3551 Washington Boulevard, will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in Flanner and Buchanan Fall Creek Mortuary. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Stone, 79 years old, died yesterday in her home. A native of Windsor, Ill., she had lived here 59 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church.
She was the widow of Charles S. Stone. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. David E. Shively of Canton, O., three grandchildren and one great-grandson.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her first husband, Thomas Asbury Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of the Gould mausoleum. We included the obituary of her daughter Betty Gould Alford Shively in Ohio Obituaries;
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KATHRYN MAE STOREY ALFORD
MARTINSVILLE DAILY REPORTER
Martinsville, Morgan Co., IN—Wednesday, 5 July 1967
Photo from New South Park Cemetery, Martinsville, Morgan Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor ANNE
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituary of her husband, Herbert Watson Alford, in Georgia Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Kathryn S. Alford, widow, died 3 July 1967 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. She was born 19 May 1905 in Warsaw, KY, daughter of James S. Storey and Luella Haight.
From FL Divorces: Herbert W. Alford and Kathryn Alford were divorced in 1941 in Volusia Co., FL.
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KAY ELIZABETH DAVIE KEATING PFEIFFER ALFORD
Photo from Randall & Roberts Funeral Home
THE TIMES
Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—Thursday, 4 November 2010
Kay E. Alford, 72, of Noblesville passed away Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville.
Born May 3, 1938 in Indianapolis, she was the daughter of Paul and Sara (Bennett) Davie in Indianapolis. She was an independent, free-spirited woman whose life was as varied and adventurous as her careers. She was an air traffic controller when there was only a handful of women in that field. She worked as a marketing event planner for GTE. She had a brief stint as a private investigator and her most favorite career was that of grandma. She never met a club she didn’t like. She was a proud member of the Tri Delta Sorority, Red Hat Society, Pink Ladies Cancer Bunco Club and Beta Babes of Brownsburg High School. She graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelors Degree in Marketing. She also achieved membership in Mensa. This accomplishment gave her the ability to discern the best bargains found at numerous garage sales or department stores. She turned shopping into a fine art.
She succumbed to cancer at the age of 72. She fought a brave battle with grace and dignity. She was dearly loved by her family and friends. She was lively, fun and brightened any room she entered. She will be missed forever.
Survivors include husband, Tom Alford; daughter, Kim Keating Sexson; grandchildren, Tom Sexson, Kelly Sexson, and Corey Sexson; son, Kurt Pfeiffer; stepdaughter, Angela (Jerry) Kinley; grandchildren, Rayna Kinley, Sam Kinley, and Victoria Kinley; and her beloved dog, Eddie.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at Randall and Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road in Fishers. Funeral service is 2 p.m. Saturday at the mortuary. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis….
Photo from Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Fishers, Hamilton Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob McCain
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Kay E. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN.
From IN Births: Kay Elizabeth Davie was born 3 May 1938 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, daughter of Paul J. Davie and Sara K. Bennett.
From IN Marriages: Kay Davie married Thomas Keating 19 Sept 1959 in Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Kay Elizabeth Keating, age 31, married John Francis Pfeiffer, age 31, 2 Aug 1969 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
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KEITH JOHN ALFORD
Greiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services
Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN—_____ October 2023
TERRE HAUTE—Keith John Alford, 76, passed away on October 25, 2023, after a short battle with lung cancer.
Keith was born to the late George A. Alford and Violet L’Rae Alford (Hanlon) on February 28, 1947, in East Liverpool, Ohio.
Keith joined the US Air Force shortly after graduation. After seven years and two tours in Vietnam, he left the military with honors.
After leaving the military, he was an over-the-road truck driver until he retired. He was an avid fisherman and part of the River’s Edge Fishing Club. He won many trophies. He enjoyed gardening and playing poker with his American Legion Post 501 friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers David and George (Buck) Jr.
He is survived by a daughter Lori Ann Alloway (Billy); sons Kelly (Heather) and Kyle (Kelli); and a sister Linda Kaye Alford. He leaves behind several grandchildren and great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.
Cremation has been chosen. There will be no service or celebration of life at this time.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituary of his brother George Alexander “Buck” Alford Jr. in Ohio Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Robert Alford 1828–1888 Virginia.
His lineage: Keith John 1947 OH1, George Alexander 1917 VA2, Paul David 1894 VA3, James Alexander 1850 VA4, Robert 1828 VA5.
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KENDALL STEPHON ALFORD
Photo from his memorial at Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—Tuesday, 3 March 2009
Kendall Stephon Alford was born on March 7, 1991 to Kenneth, Sr. and Tammilita Alford at St. Margaret Hospital, Hammond, Indiana.
Kendall was the youngest child out of three. Kendall accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was a member of New Hope MB Church … where he was a helpful part of the youth ministry. Kendall received his education through the Gary Community School Corporation and was a gifted and talented student at Banneker and Tolleston schools. Kendall was in his senior year at West Side High School and a member of the Cougar baseball team and involved in Competitive Edge at Purdue University for prospective engineers. Kendall excelled in sports in the Gary area and was involved in biddy-basketball, pop-warner football, and little league baseball teams. Kendall had a giving heart and his public service life was exemplary as a member of the Beta Mu Chapter of Kudos, a breast cancer awareness group for males, and unselfish helpful acts around New Hope MB Church. Kendall was an exceptional employee at Kmart and worked for the City of Gary in the summer employment program. Kendall was truly a friend and an endearing young man to all who knew him.
Kendall left this life on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at Methodist Hospital with his family by his side. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Kendall will forever be cherished in memory by his parents, Kenneth, Sr. and Tammilita; one sister, Kenee’ Alford of Nashville, Tennessee; one brother, Kenneth S. Alford, Jr. of Gary, Indiana; grandparents, Thomas A. Sr. and Gracie Shumpert of Gary, Indiana, Arthur W. (Andra) Davis of Merrillville, Indiana and Myrtle Davis of Gary, Indiana; one special nephew, Jonathan Alford of Nashville, Tennessee and one special niece, Jayla A. Kimbro of Nashville, Tennessee; Godmother, Vanessa Dancy of Blackjack, Missouri; two loving uncles, Thomas A. (Taiwan) Shumpert, Jr. of Scott Air Force Base, Illinois and DeShaun Williams of Chicago, Illinois; and four devoted aunts, Brenda Webb of Gary, Indiana, Dajuana (Pinklon) Thomas of Orlando, Florida, Camelita Dotson of Nashville, Tennessee and Tina (Darrick) Powell of Merrillville, Indiana; and a host of cousins, great-aunts, great-uncles, friends and the West Side High School Class of 2009.
The Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. with the Family Hour from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Smith, Bizzell and Warner Funeral Home, 3209 Grant St., Gary Indiana. The Funeral Services will be held Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. at the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 2307 Rhode Island St., Gary, Indiana….
Photo from Oak Hill Cemetery, Gary, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Leslie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Kendall Stephon Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence not listed.
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KENT C. “CASEY” ALFORD
Freshman photo, Washingtonian, 1974 yearbook, Washington High School, Washington, Daviess Co., IN
WASHINGTON TIMES HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Thursday, 18 April 2019
Kent C. “Casey” Alford, 61, formerly of Washington, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2019, at Cathedral Health Care Center in Jasper [Dubois Co.], Indiana.
Casey was born Dec. 17, 1957, to Hubert N. Alford and Phyllis Alford (Bromn). He was a 1977 graduate of Washington High School. Casey was a previous member of the Eagles Lodge and also the Moose Lodge.
Casey was preceded in death by his father, Hubert N. Alford, on April 7, 1992.
Survivors include his loving mother, Phyllis Alford; daughter Kasey Brooke Ellyson (Tim); brother Tony J. Alford (Marybeth); stepson Eric Miller (Kristy); two grandchildren, Noah and Eli Ellyson; two stepgrandchildren, Erica and Kate Miller.
A memorial service will take place at Sugarland Memory Gardens on Saturday, April 20, 2019, at 10 a.m…. Online condolences may be made at gillsince1872.com.
Photo from Sugarland Memory Gardens, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, James Cowin
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his father, Hubert Neil Alford, in this compilation.
From Tennessee, Marriage Records (Ancestry): Kent C. Alford, age 21 born 17 Dec 1957, married Iva Jo Miller, age 21 born 12 Sept 1957, on 11 Aug 1979 on 11 Aug 1979 in Robertson Co., TN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Kent C. 1957 IN1, Hubert Neil 1921 IN2, Hazo Blane 1883 IN3, Joseph Montgomery 1854 IN4, Charles 1801 VA5, John 1768 VA6, Thomas 1736 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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KENNETH QUINN ALFORD, SR.
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Monday, 22 October 2001
Alford, Kenneth Quinn, of Gary [Lake Co., IN], formerly of Mary Esther [Okaloosa Co.], Fla., passed away Oct. 12. Services at 2 p.m. today at Davis Memorial Church. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.
In another article:
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—Thursday, 18 October 2001
Kenneth Q. Alford Sr.—Age 42, of Gary, died Friday, Oct. 12; Smith-Bizzell Warner & Son, Funeral Home, Gary.
He was a Vietnam veteran.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kenneth Q. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 14 June 1959, last residence Gary, IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Sims and Hazel Belle Wilson Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Kenneth Quinn Alford Sr., black age 42, died 12 Oct 2001 in Gary, Lake Co., IN. He was born 14 June 1959 in Gary, son of Sims Alford and Hazel Wilson.
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KENNETH SCOTT ALLFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 28 May 1931
WAR VETERAN IS DEAD
Kenneth Scott Alford, former Hancock county resident, and a veteran of the World War, died at his home in Anderson [Madison Co.] Sunday night [May 24], following several days’ illness of pneumonia.
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Eden church. Interment was made in Wilson cemetery, under the direction of George McCarty, Fortville funeral director.
Mr. Alford enlisted in the World War August 30, 1919, and was mustered out of service January 28, 1920, at Camp Custer. He had lived a number of years in the Eden community, but for the past few years was a resident of Anderson, where he was employed in the Remy factory.
The widow, Mrs. Alma E. Alford, three sons, Harvey James, Floyd Eugene and Kenneth Warren, the mother, Mrs. Evelyn K. Alford, survive. One brother, Chester Alford, of Wilkinson, two half-brothers. Lon Alford, of Pendleton, Herman Alford, of North Dakota, and one half-sister, Mrs. Margaret Frazier, of Greenfield, also survive.
Photo from Cook Cemetery, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his second wife, Alma E. Deshong Hiday Allford Pike; children Floyd Eugene “Gene” Alford, Harvey James Alford, and Helen Lucille Alford; parents, Harvey Lewis Allford and Evaline K. Scott Allford; brother Chester Earl Alford; and half-siblings Alonzo Edgar Alford, Herman Philander Alford, and Margaret Alford Collins Gregory in this compilation. We included the obituary of his first wife, Elenora Pettigrew Allford Campbell Lindsey, in California Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Kenneth S. Allford, son of Harvey Allford and Evaline Scott, married Elnora Pettigrew, daughter of James J. Pettigrew and Mary Ann Leadman, on 13 Feb 1913 in Hancock Co., IN.
Divorce article:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Monday, 22 December 1913
Divorce article:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 17 March 1914
From IN Marriages: Alma Hiday, daughter of James and Amanda Deshong, married Kenneth S. Alford, son of Harncel [sic] S. and Evaline K. Allford, on 2 Feb 1918 in Hancock Co., IN.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Kenneth Scott 1890 IN1, Harvey Lewis 1852 IN2, John Lambert 1802 VA3, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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LAFAYETTE “LAFE” ALLFORD
Photos sent by Greg Murphy – used with permission
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 14 February 1957
RITES FOR LAFE ALLFORD WILL BE HELD FRIDAY MORNING
Funeral services for Lafayette (Lafe) Allford, a life-long resident of Hancock county, will be held at the Flannagan Funeral Home on Friday morning at 10:30 o’clock, with Rev. W.E. Rothman, pastor of the Greenfield Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Burial will he made in Park cemetery.
Mr. Allford died at Greencastle on Wednesday [February 13], after an illness of one week. He Mas 68 years old.
Born April 12, 1888, the son of Bruce and Annalyza Sitton Allford, Mr. Allford was a retired carpenter.
Surviving are one son, William Chester Allford; one grandson, William Eugene Allford; three sisters, Mrs. Clara Whitaker, Mrs. Nora Jones and Mrs. Cora Maroska.
His wife, Mrs. Lillian Cahill Allford, and a daughter, Mrs. Margaret Pearl McConnell, preceded him in death.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lillian Cahill Allford; children Margaret Pearl Allford McConnell and William Chester “Chick” Allford; parents, Marion Bruce Allford and Analyza Sitton Allford; and brothers Edward Wilburn Alford, Jesse Milton Allford, Samuel Justice Alford, and William Albert Alford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
From IN Marriages: Lafayette Alford married Lillian Cahill on 27 July 1906 in Franklin Co.
On Lafayette’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he says he was born 12 Apr 1888 and signs his name Lafayette Alford.
Lafe and his wife Lillian are buried in Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IL, but they have no gravestones [Find A Grave].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Lafayette “Lafe” 1888 IN1, Marion Bruce 1858 IN2, Samuel 1837 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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LARRY ALFORD
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Monday, 11 September 1978
In another article:
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Tuesday, 12 September 1978
Photo from Ridgelawn Cemetery, Gary, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Leslie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Larry Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 26 Nov 1946 and died _____ Sept 1978, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his mother, Mary Christine “Chris” Faulkner Alford; and sister Tesherrel Alford Hollies in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Larry Alford, age 23 born MS, married Mary Jane Liggins, age 19 born Hammond Co., IN, on 16 July 1970 in Gary, Lake Co., IN.
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LARRY J. ALFORD
Brother of Deborah Alford Warren, AAFA #1313
Beams Funeral Home – Dignity Memorial
Fremont, Steuben Co., IN—_____ October 2016
Larry J. Alford, 66, of Fremont, Ind., passed away at his home, on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016.
Larry was born on Feb. 1, 1950, in Murfreesboro, Ark., the son of J.W. and Norene (Conatser) Alford.
Larry married Lisa R. (McCloud) on Sept. 24, 2005, in Fremont; she survives.
He was retired from M & C Trenching in Fremont. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and being outside, and he loved his dogs, Ivan and Mason.
Survivors include his wife, Lisa R. Alford of Fremont; his sons, Larry (Natalie) Alford II of Boca Raton, Fla., Jason (Michelle) Richardson of Fort Wayne, and Ryan (Amanda) Alford of Markle; a stepson, Ryan (Taylee) Nelson of Muncie; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Lauren, Carol, Gabrielle, Emma, Claire, Josalyn, and Bentley Ryan; his mother, Norene Alford of Delight, Ark., and a sister, Deb Alford of Dierks, Ark.
He was preceded in death by his father, J.W. Alford.
There will be a celebration of life held from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Fremont American Legion Cassel Post No. 257, Fremont…. Arrangements are under the direction of Beams Funeral Home of Fremont, Ind….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituary of his father, Joseph Walter Franklin Alford, in Arkansas Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
His lineage: Larry J. 1950 AR1, Joseph Walter Franklin 1927 AR2, Walter 1901 AR2, Joseph Riley 1874 AR3, Joseph David 1842 AR4, David Winston 1823 AL5, David 1785 VA6, Robert 1760 England7.
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LASCOM ALFORD, JR.
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Thursday, 22 December 1927
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Lascom Alford Sr. and Urie Lee Hill Alford; and brothers Leslie Bernard Alford and Oather Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Lascom 1921 TX1, Lascom 1891 LA2, Robert 1868 LA3.
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LASCOM ALFORD, SR.
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Friday, 24 June 1960
Photo from Highland Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, bill3262
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his sons Lascom Alford Jr., Leslie Bernard Alford, and Oather Alford; and brothers Oather Alford and Odessa Cleophus Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Lascom 1891 LA1, Robert 1868 LA2.
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LAURA NORENE KING ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Tuesday, 26 February 1991
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Laura N. Alford (SS# issued in AR) but list her death date incorrectly as 4 Feb 1991, last residence Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, William Travis Alford Sr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Sandra Virginia Alford Dollarhide in Arkansas Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Laura Norene Alford was born 26 Dec 1921 in Des Arc, AR, daughter of Roland and Etta King. She died 25 Feb 1991 in Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN.
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LAVERN PHILIP ALFORD
CHRONICLE-TRIBUNE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Sunday, 21 February 1971
Photo from Gardens of Memory, Huntington, Huntington Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tombstoner & Family
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lavern Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 30 Jan 1892 and died _____ Feb 1971, last residence Marion, Grant Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Opal Cleo Wysong Alford; second wife, Thurza Therese Benson Alford; son Joseph Bradford Alford; father, John R. Alford; and brothers Earl Alford and Harry Alford in this compilation.
In 1900 Salt Creek, Franklin Co., IN, Lavern Alford, age 8 born IN, is living with his father and stepmother, John R. and Katie Alford, and siblings Pearl, Daisy, and Earl.
Marriage license:
DAILY CHRONICLE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Friday, 14 February 1913
On his 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), Lavern Philip Alford is age 50, born 30 Jan 1892 in Brookville, Franklin Co., IN. His contact is his wife, Mrs. Lavern Philip Alford, living at the same address in Maron, Grant Co., IN. He clearly signed his name.
His lineage: Lavern Philip 1892 IN1, John R. 1868 IN2, William 1841 PA3, John 1821 PA4.
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LAVINA ALFORD ALLEN
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
Posted by Dorian Smith Myhre – used with permission
WASHINGTON GAZETTE
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Saturday, 30 November 1907
REEVE WOMAN DEAD
Mrs. Vina Allen, aged forty, wife of Eli Allen a prominent citizen of Reeve township, died Sunday evening [November 24] at 6 o’clock. Death was caused by consumption from which she had been suffering for many months. Her death occasioned no surprise among her acquaintances.
She was an estimable woman. Her husband, Eli Allen, is a farmer, and lives a short distance out of Alfordsville.
She is survived by three children, all sons, three sisters and two brothers.
The Rev Thomas J. Alford of Alfordsville is a brother and Mrs. Hannah Way of Enid, Okla., is a sister.
Mrs. Allen was a devoted member of the Christian church.
Photo from Alfordsville Cemetery, Alfordsville, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Julia Young
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, Thomas Jefferson Alford Sr.; and siblings Elvira Alford Walls and Lavina Alford Allen in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Lavina 1866 IN1, Thomas Jefferson 1829 IN2, James 1791 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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LAVONUE BONNIE SHADDAY ALFORD BOOTH VERNON
THE COURIER-JOURNAL
Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY—Wednesday, 20 September 2000
Photo from Fairmount Cemetery, Madison, Jefferson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sharon Kay Dean
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lavonue Vernon (SS# issued in IN) was born 25 March 1938, last residence Madison, Jefferson Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her first husband Ernest Dewey Alford; and daughter-in-law Charlotte Ann “Cassie” Sedam Scoggins Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: On her birth certificate, she is Lavonne Shadday, born March 25 1938 in Canaan, Jefferson Co., IN, daughter of Julian Shadday and Jeanette Konkle.
From SSACI: Lavonue Shadday Booth Vernon was born 25 March 1938 in Jefferson Co., IN, daughter of Jullian Shadday and Jeanette Knokle [sic: Konkle]. She died 18 Sept 2000. She is listed as:
1954 Lavonue Shadday
1962 Lavonue Booth
1964 Lavonue Vernon
Her Find A Grave memorial and several Ancestry family trees list her marriage to Ernest Dewey Alford on 1 May 1959.
From IN Marriages: Lavonne Booth, age 29, married Bernard Paul Vernon on 25 May 1962 in Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN.
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LAWRENCE JOHN ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Sunday, 13 April 2003
LAWRENCE J. ALFORD
Nov 16, 1924–April 12, 2003
SOUTH BEND—Lawrence J. Alford, 78, of Miami Road, died Saturday [April 12] in Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka, of natural causes.
Survivors include two daughters, Alma Willis of South Bend and Carol Harness of Newport, R.I.; a son, Mike of Clayton, N.M.; a sister, Marion Alford of South Bend; and two brothers, Leonard and Gary, both of South Bend.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sumption Prairie Cemetery…. Palmer Funeral Home-River Park, is handling arrangements.
Photo from Sumption Prairie Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Kay Allen
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Lawrence J. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, John A. Alford and Alma A. Henke Alford; and brothers Carl P. Alford and Leonard R. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Michael Lawrence Alford in New Mexico Obituaries.
Lawrence changed his name after 1940:
Name Parents
IN Births Lawrence John Alfulowski 16 Nov 1924 Lawrence John Alfutowski
Alma Henke
1930 census Lawrence John Alfutowski age 5 John A. Alfutowski
Alma A. Alfutowski
1940 census Lawrence Alfutowski age 15 John Alfutowski
Alma Alfutowski
SSDI 1939 Lawrence John Alfutowski 16 Nov 1924 John A. Alfutowski
Alma Henke
SSDI 1943 Lawrence John Alford
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LAWRENCE R. ALVORD
Photo from Lorie Doty’s Rader/Abercrombie Family Tree (Ancestry)
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 8 August 1922
GREENCASTLE, Ind., August 8—Lawrence Alvord, age sixty-five, died at his home here yesterday. He is survived by a widow and six children.
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Greencastle, Putnam Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Christina Morgan
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Susan Elizabeth Snyder Alvord; and children Catherine Eliza Alvord Bowman Stone, George Washington Alvord, and Mary Elizabeth Alvord Rader in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, David Alvord and Ruffena Lavina Miller Alvord; and siblings George Washington Alvord, Rose Anna Alvord Kramer, and Samuel W. Alvord in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: On his death certificate, Lawrence R. Alvord, married, died 6 Aug 1922 in Greencastle, Putnam Co., IN. He was born 20 June 1857 in PA, son of David Alvord and _____ Miller. His wife is Elizabeth Alvord. The informant is George Alvord [his son].
From IN Marriages: Elizabeth S. Snyder married Lawrence Alvord on 8 May 1879 in Montgomery Co., IN.
His ALVORD lineage: Lawrence R. 1857 PA1, David 1828 PA2, George 1795 PA3 [his name listed as ALLVORD].
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LEATHA DELORIS ALFORD WITTER
PALLADIUM-ITEM
Richmond, Wayne Co., IN—Friday, 20 September 1996
Photo from Woodlawn Cemetery, Maxwell, Randolph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, addingd
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Sept 1996) dates of Leatha D. Witter (SS# issued in IN), last residence Richmond, Wayne Co., IN.
See the obituary of her mother, Pearl Kelley Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Births: Lethia Deloros Alford was born 10 Apr 1913 in Munota, Randolph Co., IN, daughter of Mathew W. Alford and Pearl Kelley.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her lineage: Leatha Deloris 1913 IN1, Matthew Wesley 1882 KY2, James Henry 1839 OH3, John William 1811 England4, John about 1783 England5, John 1759 England6, Edward 1725 England7, Robert bef 1699 England8.
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LEE ANN BURRIER ALLFORD
Senior photo, Arrow, 1975 yearbook, Woodlan Senior High School, Woodburn, Allen Co., IN
FORT WAYNE JOURNAL-GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Sunday, 20 December 1987
Photo from Scipio Cemetery, Scipio Township, Allen Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Sharlette
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that L. Allford (SS# issued in IN) was born 18 Aug 1957 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Dec 1987, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, William David Allford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: Lee Anne Burrier Allford was born 27 Apr 1957 in Hicksville, Defiance Co., OH.
From IN Deaths: On her death certificate, her birth date is 27 Apr 1957, parents Ralph Burrier and Darlene Nulty.
From IN Marriages: Lee Ann Burrier, age 26 born OH, married William David Allford on 17 Dec 1983 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
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LELA E. HUTCHINGS TALLANT ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 7 June 1972
Photo from Jones Cemetery, Amity, Clark Co., AR—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Volunteer #46577499
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
From IN Deaths: On her death certicate, Lela E. Alford, widow, died 5 June 1972 in Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN. She was born 10 Aug 1894 in AR, daughter of John Hutchings and Rosey Ettie Stone. Her daughter, Doris Hadley, was the informant.
From AR Marriages: Mrs. Lelia Tallent, age 27, married Joe Alford, age 51, on 1 Sept 1922. Both were residents of Highland, Pike Co., AR.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her second husband’s lineage: Joseph Riley 1874 AR1, Joseph David 1842 AR2, David Winston 1823 AL3, David 1785 VA4, Robert 1760 England5.
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LELA ARMINA TROBAUGH ALFORD
DAILY TIMES
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 27 April 1922
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 29 April 1922
DEATHS
Lela Alford, 35 [sic], 304 North Tacoma, pulmonary tuberculosis.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kim Schilling
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her daughter Gladys May Alford Landis in this compilation. We included the obituary of her husband, Stanley Carl Alford, in California Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Lela Armina Trobaugh, daughter of Charles L. Trobaugh and Ida May Kerlin, married Carl Stanley Alford on 13 Jan 1917 in Marion Co., IN.
Lela’s husband is listed in records as Stanley Carl Alford.
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LELIA MAE “LILLIAN” BROWN SLOAN ALFORD BLADEN
MADISON COURIER
Madison, Jefferson Co., IN—Thursday, 10 January 2002
Lelia Mae “Nannie” Brown Bladen, 69, of 120 Popcorn Ridge Road, Vevay, died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2002, at the King’s Daughters’ Hospital.
She was born Aug. 27, 1932, in Switzerland County, the daughter of Harold Andrew and Etta Lothridge Brown. She was a cementer for the U.S. Shoe Corp. in Vevay for many years, later moving to East Lansing, Mich., where she was a key punch operator for the Farm Bureau for a number of years. She later lived in Sawyersville, Ky., until the death of her first husband, Clarence E. Alford, Sept. 7, 1964. She had lived in Switzerland County for the past 28 years. She was raised in the Old Ebenezer United Methodist Church near Moorefield.
Surviving are her husband, James V. Bladen; one daughter, Lynn Ann of Madison; her mother, Etta Lena Lothridge Brown Webster of Vevay; three brothers, Harold Eugene Brown of Boston, Lawrence Nelson “Doc” Brown of Moorefield and Lloyd David “Bud” Brown of Rising Sun; two sisters, Phyllis Ann Stafford and Linda Sue Hatfield, both of Vevay; six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Dec. 18, 1961; her first husband; and one brother, Carroll Douglas Brown, Aug. 27, 1956.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home in Vevay, with burial in the Vevay Cemetery….
Photo from Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rick
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Lelia Bladen (SS# issued in IN), last residence Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN.
See the obituary of her second husband, Clarence Edward Alford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: Lela Mae Brown was born 27 Aug 1932 in Switzerland Co., IN, daughter of arold A. Brown and Etta L. Lothridge. She is listed as:
1949 Lela Mae Brown
1950 Lela Mae Sloan
1952 Lela Mae Alford
1986 Lelia Bladen
She is listed as Lillian Patterson in the obituary of her stepson Robert Edward Alford.
From Kentucky, Marriage Index (Ancestry): Lelia Alford, age 53, “last marriage ended by death,” married James V. Baden, “never married,” age 43, on 26 Dec 1985 in KY.
Obituary of her adopted daughter:
MADISON COURIER
Madison, Jefferson Co., IN—Thursday, 3 June 2021
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LELONIA J. ALFORD WEAVER
LOGANSPORT PHAROS-REPORTER
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—21 February 1923
Mrs. Leona J. Weaver, daughter of the late C.L. Alford, died Monday evening at her home in Indianapolis, age 57 years. Death being due to double pneumonia.
Mrs. Weaver was born and reared in Logansport, but a few years ago the family moved to Indianapolis.
She is survived by three sons, Loyal, Lawrence, and Robert Weaver; her mother, Mrs. C.T. Alford [sic: C.L. Alford]; three sisters, Mrs. Ida Rickets of Columbia City, Mrs. W.A. Bicker of Huntington, and Mrs. Thomas Wildermuth of this city.
Her husband preceded her in death several years ago.
The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon.
Photo from Greenwood Cemetery, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, RosiePosie
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Corrington Loyal Alford and Ellen Ann Harrison Alford; and sisters Cora Etta Alford Thomas Sands Bicker and Matilda Alford Wildermuth in this compilation.
She is Lelonia on her gravestone and in her father’s biographical information, History of Cass County, Indiana.
See Corrington L. and Loyal A. Alford, biographies of Leona’s father and grandfather, in AAFA’s Biographies and Autobiographies of “Alfords”.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Section Nine.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Lelonia J. 1869 IN1, Corrington Loyal 1836 OH2, Loyal Adolphus 1814 VT3, Oliver 1767 CT4, Benedict 1716 CT5, Benedict 1688 CT6, Jeremiah 1655 CT7, Benedict 1619 England8, Thomas 1598 England9.
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LENA KNOWLES OVERTON ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 14 November 1952
Photo from New Crown Cemetery and Mausoleum, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sarah S
AAFA NOTES: From IN Deaths: Her death certificate lists her as Lena Alford, black, born 25 Dec 1892 in Rainier, TN, daughter of Henry and Liza Knowles. She died 12 Nov 1952. The informant was Orlene Pierce of the same address.
From Arkansas, County Marriages Index (Ancestry): Lena Knowls married Butch Overton on 3 Feb 1909 in Joiner, Mississippi Co., AR.
Andy is probably the son of Thomas and Becky Alford. On the 1880 census in Rutherford Co., TN, he is listed as their son, age 1.
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LEON ALFORD, JR.
Photo from Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service
CHRONICLE-TRIBUNE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Thursday, 8 November 2012
Leon Alford, Jr., 70, died at 9:30 a.m., Monday, November 5, 2012 in his residence.
He was born in Marion, Indiana to the late Leon Sr. and Mary (Rudicell) Alford. He was a former supervisor at General Tire. Leon enjoyed NASCAR, Jeff Gordon, Marion Giants Basketball and IU Basketball. He enjoyed listening to country western music, playing computer games and communicating with his computer friends. Leon was a Peyton Manning fan and enjoyed the Indianapolis Colts.
Survivors include his daughter, Lori (Steve Davis) Whitehead, Marion; sons, Steve (Wendy) Alford, Alexandria, Mike (Stacy) Alford, Van Buren, Andy (Brandi) Alford, Marion; grandchildren, Amber, Crystal, Johnathon, Joseph, Kayla, Kristopher, Kenny, Jakob, Kaylee, Mandy, Zach, Marisa, Colby; great grandchildren, Hayden, Gavin, Mathew, Clayton, Conner, Amaris, Haileigh, Chase, McKinzie, Lily, Memorie; sister, Shirley Zirkle, Fairmount; brother, Richard (Joy) Alford, Tennessee; former wife, Barbara Alford, Marion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon Sr. and Mary Alford.; sister, Phyllis Phillippe.
Funeral Service will be at 11:30 a.m., Friday, November 9, 2012 in Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, Indiana…. Memorials may be directed to Cancer Services of Grant County….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his father, Leon Alford Sr.; and sisters Phyllis J. Alford Phillippe and Shirley Ann Alford Zirkle in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Richard Eugene Alford in Tennessee Obituaries.
From Find A Grave: He was born 25 Apr 1942 in Marion, Grant Co., IN.
His lineage: Leon 1942 IN1, Leon 1913 IN2, Lavern Philip 1892 IN3, John R. 1868 IN4, William 1841 PA5, John 1821 PA6.
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LEON ALFORD, SR.
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
“Leon and Mary Alford taken in Rushville Indiana at home of his Uncle Earl Alford, late 1960s early 1970s”
CHRONICLE-TRIBUNE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Friday, 26 September 1986
Photos from Gardens of Memory, Huntington, Huntington Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tombstoner & Family
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leon Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 Sept 1913 and died _____ Sept 1986, last residence Marion, Grant Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his children Leon Alford Jr., Phyllis J. Alford Phillippe, and Shirley Ann Alford Zirkle; parents, Lavern Philip Alford and Opal Cleo Wysong Alford; and half-brother Joseph Bradford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Richard Eugene Alford in Tennessee Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Leon Alford married Mary Rudicel on 1 Aug 1932 in Grant Co., IN.
His lineage: Leon 1913 IN1, Lavern Philip 1892 IN2, John R. 1868 IN3, William 1841 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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LEONARD ALFORD
Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Funeral Home
Osceola, St. Joseph Co., IN—_____ March 2018
Leonard Alford, 94, of Mishawaka, died Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 11:50 AM.
He was born on April 20, 1923 to Albert and Marcie (Kizer) Alford in Mishawaka [St. Joseph Co.], IN. On October 10, 1942, Leonard married his wife, Helen and served his country honorably from 1943–1945 in the United States Army. He worked as a truck driver for a fuel company for many years before retiring in 1983. Leonard enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping in the great outdoors.
He is survived by his children, Jerry Batten, Marsha (Larry) Banks, both of Osceola, and James (Sandra) Alford of Elkhart; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Raymond (Bertha) Alford of Tucson, AZ.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Helen; and sisters, Luella Stephens, and Clara Mae Alford.
A funeral service in Leonard’s honor will be on Friday, March 30, 2018 at 10 AM at Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola, IN … with burial following in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
Photo from Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Osceola, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mr. Peabody
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Helen I. White Alford; parents, Albert Leonard Alford and Marcia Mary Kizar Alford; and half-sister Ruby Alice Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Clara Mae Alford Amen in Kansas Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Leonard 1923 IN1, Albert Leonard 1890 IN2, John Newton 1856 OH3, Royal Freeman 1830 PA4, Hiram 1800 VT5, Oliver 1767 CT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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LEONARD R. ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Tuesday, 1 May 2012
July 21, 1932 - April 29, 2012
SOUTH BEND—Leonard R. Alford, 79, of South Bend, IN, passed away at 1:00 AM on Sunday, April 29th, in his residence after an extended illness.
Mr. Alford was born on July 21st, 1932, in North Liberty, IN, to John A. Alford and Alma A. (Henke) Alford. He had resided in the Michiana area his lifetime.
On October 17th, 1953, in South Bend, IN, he married the former Louise Coyle, who survives. They celebrated 58 wonderful years together. Mr. Alford is also survived by one daughter, Robin L. (Larry) Brown of North Liberty, IN; one sister, Marian Koch of Mishawaka, IN; one brother, Gerald D. (Linda) Alford of Edwardsburg, MI; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, John A. Alford and Alma A. (Henke) Alford; one daughter, Rae L. Capogna; one son, Nathan C. Alford; one sister, Dorothy Miller; and two brothers, Lawrence Alford and Carl Alford.
Mr. Alford retired from the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company where he worked as a Route Salesman for many years.
Leonard loved wood-working and was also a history buff. He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served in the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged.
He was a wonderful, loving husband, father and brother and will be dearly missed by his loving family and all who knew him on his life journey…. His wishes were to be cremated, which his family honored.
The Hanley & Sons “Southwest Chapel” Funeral Home handled arrangements….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, John A. Alford and Alma A. Henke Alford; and brothers Carl P. Alford and Lawrence John Alford in this compilation.
Leonard’s last name at birth was Alfutowski. See comments under his mother’s obituary.
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LEONARD WILLIS ALFORD
Uncle of James Allen Alford, Jr., AAFA #0395
Senior photo, p. 291
Lt. Harold Hayes giving oath to (L to R) Leonard Alford, Maurice David, and John I. Murray
7 March 1942, p. 18 [caption from Indiana University Archives Photo Collection
Photos from Indiana University Arbutus 1942 (yearbook – Ancestry)
STEUBEN REPUBLICAN
Angola, Steuben Co., IN—Wednesday, 4 July 1945
GARRETT MARINE CAPTAIN DIES ON OKINAWA
Capt. Leonard W. Alford, son of Mrs. W F. Alford of Garrett, died June 17 as a result of wounds received while fighting the Japs on Okinawa.
Capt. Alford, who was 25, was serving with the U.S. Marine Corps, and had been awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action at New Georgia in the Solomon Islands in July, 1843.
A graduate of Indiana University, he was a member of Phi Epsilon Kappa fraternity.
Mrs. Oscar Taylor, former resident of Hamilton, is a sister of Capt. Alford.
In another article:
GARRETT CLIPPER
Garrett, DeKalb Co., IN—Monday, 2 July 1945
Photo from National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Honolulu Co., HI—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Hall
Photo from Attica Venice Township Joint Cemetery, Attica, Seneca Co., OH—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Ayres
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Walter Freeman Alford and Blanche Ayres Alford Beber; and sister Alice Margarette Alford Beber in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers Oscar Donald Alford in Ohio Obituaries; and James Allen Alford Sr. and Russell Winfield Alford in Florida Obituaries.
Leonard was awarded the Silver Star twice during his WWII service [from The Military Times Hall of Valor]:
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area
General Orders No. 463 (December 4, 1943)
Action Date: July 20, 1943
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: First Lieutenant
Battalion: 4th Marine Raider Battalion
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star (Army Award) to First Lieutenant Leonard W. Alford (MCSN: 0-12889), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for gallantry in action while serving with the Fourth Marine Raider Battalion at New Georgia, Solomon Islands, while aggressively leading his platoon forward against determined opposition and, despite the loss of all but eighteen of his men, successfully fulfilling his mission on 20 July 1943.
General Orders: Commander in Chief, Pacific: Serial 52814 (July 7, 1947)
Action Date: June 8 - 11, 1945
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Captain
Company: Company E
Battalion: 2d Battalion
Regiment: 4th Marines
Division: 6th Marine Division
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain Leonard W. Alford (MCSN: 0-12889), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commanding Officer of Company E, Second Battalion, Fourth Marines, Sixth Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima, Ryukyu Islands, from 8 to 11 June 1945. Courageously and skillfully directing his company in a series of fiercely opposed attacks against four heavily-fortified enemy strongholds, Captain Alford dauntlessly led his men across fire-swept terrain and, exposing himself repeatedly as he moved among his men exhorting them to greater efforts and steadying them by his personal example, drove relentlessly forward and succeeded in shattering the fanatic resistance of the Japanese, thereby insuring the advance of the entire battalion. Mortally wounded during the closing phases of the bitter fighting, he steadfastly refused to relinquish command and halt the impetus of the assault until the final objective had been seized. His inspiring leadership, skilled tactics and unwavering devotion to duty were dominant factors in the successful completion of the hazardous mission and his valiant conduct throughout reflects great credit upon Captain Alford and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Leonard Willis 1920 IN1, Walter Freeman 1879 OH2, James M. 1857 OH3, Isaac 1834 OH4, Oliver 1789 MA5, Elijah 1757 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT8, Josiah 1649 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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LESLIE BERNARD ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Friday, 24 June 1960
Photo from Highland Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, bill3262
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Lascom Alford Sr. and Urie Lee Hill Alford; and brothers Lascom Alford Jr. and Oather Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Leslie Bernard 1930 IN1, Lascom 1891 LA2, Robert 1868 LA3.
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LESLIE CARL ALLFORD
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Saturday, 27 October 1973
Leslie C. Allford, 58, 2101 La-Rita Lane, died unexpectedly Friday [October 26] at his home.
He had been employed 33 years at Guide Lamp Division and was a tool and die maker. Born in Hancock County, he had lived here most of his life.
Mr. Allford was a member of the Ingalls Christian Church, Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge, Anderson Elks Lodge, Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis, UAW Local 663 and a number of Masonic Organizations.
Surviving are the widow, Helen J. Jarrett Allford; three step-children, Gary Jarrell, at home; Mrs. Donald (Jacque) Bliss, Valparaiso, and Michael Jarrett, Middletown, a step-grandchild and several nieces and nephews; two sisters, Mrs. Ross Melson and Mrs. Kenneth Wales, both of Anderson.
Friends will be received at the Baker Brothers Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Sunday, and services will be there at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.
Photos from Anderson Memorial Park, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Shmilybrandon
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leslie Allford (SS# issued in IN) was born 18 Oct 1915 and died _____ Oct 1973, last residence Anderson, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Evalyn Marie Wynn Allford; his second wife, Marguerite Earlston “Margie” Durgee Hopps Aylward Allford Larmore; and his parents, Raymond Carl Allford and Iva Retta Snider Hiday Allford; in this compilation.
His middle name is from Ancestry family trees.
From IN Marriages: Leslie C. Allford, age 53, married Margie D. Aylward on 28 June 1969 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Leslie C. Allford, age 57, married Helen Jarrett on 7 Dec 1972 in Chesterfield, Madison Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Leslie Carl 1915 IN1, Raymond Carl 1887 IN2, Walter Scott 1865 IN3, John Lambert 1835 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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LESTER ALVA ALFORD
FORT WAYNE JOURNAL-GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Sunday, 9 May 1915
Lester Albia Alford, the four-month-old-son of Mr. and Mrs. James Alford, died yesterday afternoon at the family residence, 117 Buchanan street. Death was due to bronchitis and followed an illness of two weeks. The father is a [illeg] brakeman on the Pennsylvania.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the residence, interment at Lindenwood.
Photo from Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, MJ
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his siblings Alda Aileen Alford Kolkman, Bercile Alberta Alford Grodrian, Blanche Amelia Alford, and Mary Agnes Alford Leprie Grodrian in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Lester Alva 1915 IN1, James Albert 1881 IA2, James 1822 PA3, Hiram 1800 VT4, Oliver 1767 VT5, Benedict 1716 CT6, Benedict 1688 CT7, Jeremiah 1655 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1598 England10.
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LILA MAE FARR CHRISP ALFORD
Lila Chrisp-Alford
May 13, 1934 ~ December 8, 2020 (age 86)
Photo from Ellis Funeral Home
JOURNAL GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Sunday, 13 December 2020
Lila M. Alford, 86, transitioned on the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, at Dupont Hospital. Service is 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, at Wings of Deliverance Holiness Tabernacle Church, 2502 S. Fairfield Ave., Fort Wayne…. Wake service is from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, at the church. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Ellis Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
From IN Marriages: Lila Mae Farr, age 30 born MO, married Willie Foster Chrisp on 8 Apr 1965 in Chicago, Cook Co., IL.
In September 2021 a Find A Grave photographer reported that Lila has no gravestone.
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LILLIAN CAHILL ALLFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 6 July 1934
MRS. ALFORD DIES LONG HOSPITAL
FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOHAWK CHURC
Mrs. Lafayette Alfrd [sic], 42, of 937 West North street, this city, died at the Robert Long Hospital in Indianapolis, Thursday morning at 9:46 after an illness of about three months’ duration.
She is survived by the husband, one daughter, Pearl, at home, one son, Chester, and one grandson, Billy, of Mohawk, her father, William H. Cahill and one brother, Floyd Cahill, of near Mohawk.
Funeral services will be held at the Nazarene Church in Mohawk Saturday afternoon, July 7th, at 2 p.m. with interment in Park cemetery in Greenfield. Friends may call at the home any time until Saturday noon. Frank R. Lynam is the undertaker in charge.
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DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Saturday, 14 July 1934
Once more God has sent His Death Angel down to His garden of this earth and transplanted from among us the fair flower of motherhood to his Kingdom above.
Lillian Cahill Allford, daughter of William H. and Effie Cahill, was born on a farm north of Mohawk, Indiana, November 5, 1891, and passed away at the Robert Long Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, July 5, 1934, at the age of forty-two years and eight months, after an illness of about twelve weeks’ duration.
Mrs. Allford spent her childhood life in and around Mohawk, Indiana, and on July 27, 1906, she was united in marriage to Lafayette Allford. To this union were born three children, Chester, Pearl and an infant son who died at birth.
Although not a member of any church, Mrs. Allford loved the Father, tried in her meager way to follow the teaching of Our Saviour and Redeemer and in her last hours confessed her faith in Jesus Christ. She was a kind and helpful daughter and sister to the father and brother who survive her, a loving and faithful wife, a tender and devoted mother and grandmother and a true and loyal friend. Her only grandchild, Billy, was the light of her life and no sacrifice was too great for her to make for him or for any of her loved ones. During her last illness she was a patient sufferer and highly appreciative of all that loving hands did for her comfort.
She will be sadly missed by her bereaved husband, Lafayette Allford, one daughter, Pearl, at home, one son, Chester, and grandson, Billy, of Mohawk, her father, William H. Cahill, and one brother, Floyd Cahill, of near Mohawk, and a host of friends and relatives.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Lafayette “Lafe” Allford; and children Margaret Pearl Allford McConnell and William Chester “Chick” Allford in this compilation.
Lillian and her husband are buried in Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IL, but they have no gravestones [Find A Grave].
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LILLIAN M. KEYNON ALFORD
THE TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Friday, 12 January 1979
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death [_____ Jan 1979] dates of Lillian Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Ray Elmer Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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LILLIAN MAE PRYOR ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 1 July 1969
Photo from Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, SimonH
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillian Alford (SS# issued in OH) was born 19 June 1895 and died _____ June 1969, last residence Bennington, Switzerland Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr.; and children Doris E. Alford Osborn and Virginia Mae Alford Richards in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her son John T. Alford in Kentucky Obituaries; and of her daughter Alma Ruth Alford Benham in Ohio Obituaries.
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LILLIE ELLEN HOWE ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Wednesday, 9 August 1944
Mrs. Lillie E. Alford, 77, mother of Mrs. Frances Seeberger, Mrs. Irene McDonough and Mrs. Lila Luebking, all of Elkhart, died at her home in Warsaw [Kosciusko Co.] Tuesday [August 8] following an 8-week illness.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Landis funeral home, Warsaw, with burial in Oakwood cemetery.
Mrs. Alford, widow of Robert M. Alford, was born in Wabash county, and lived in and around Warsaw for 65 years.
Surviving are 2 other daughters, Mrs. Albert Wolford, Warsaw, and Mrs. Mary Malcolm, Winona Lake; a son, Lt. James Franklin Alford, overseas, and 2 grandsons.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Hoby
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Robert Morris Alford; and daughters Alberta May Alford Wolford Kizer Stouder and Irene Louise Alford McDonough Wilson in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Lila Idelle Alford Luebking in Florida Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Lillie E. Alford, widow age 77, was born in Wabash Co., IN, daughter of Michael Howe and Elma Jane Howe. She died 8 Aug 1944 in Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN.
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LILLIE MAY WOLFORD ALVORD
JOURNAL AND COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—Wednesday, 25 March 1942
Photo from Bement Cemetery, Bement, Piatt Co., IL—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Max Turpin
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of her daughter-in-law (wife of her son Oscar) Gertrude Glover Alvord, in Texas Obituaries.
From Samuel Morgan Alvord, A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord An Early Settler of Windsor, Conn. and Northampton, Mass. (Webster, NY: A.D. Andrews, Printer, 1908), p. 616:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
Her husband’s ALVORD lineage: Lewis Upton 1875 KS1, George Briggs 1845 MA2, Joseph Field 1811 MA3, Caleb 1772 MA4, Zebadiah 1724 MA5, John 1696 MA6, Jonathan 1669 MA7, Alexander 1627 England8, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England9.
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LILLIE V. ALFORD JOHNSON
MORNING TELEGRAPH
Tyler, Smith Co., TX—Friday, 16 August 2002
WILLS POINT [Van Zandt Co., TX]—Services for Lillie V. Johnson, 98, South Bend, Ind., formerly of Wills Point, are scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary’s Church of God in Chris….
Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Wills Point, under direction of LyBrand Funeral Home, Wills Point.
Mrs. Johnson died Aug. 13, in South Bend, Ind.
She was born Jan 5, 1904, in Homer, La., to the late Robert and Fannie Alford. She moved to Wills Point and later worked as a nanny for many families, including the Keller family in Dallas. She was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Church of God in Christ in Wills Point, and after moving to South Bend, Ind. in 1994, joined Pentecostal Cathedral Church of God in Christ where she served on Mother’s Board.
Survivors include 13 nieces, six nephews and other relatives....
Photo from Greenwood Cemetery, Wills Point, Van Zandt Co., TX—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Deborah Bergquist
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the death date of Lillie Johnson (SS# issued in IN) but list her birth date as 4 Jan 1904 [different than obituary and gravestone], last residence South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN.
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LILLIE WILKERSON ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Saturday, 17 March 1962
LILLIE ALFORD, AGE 83, EXPIRES
Mrs. Lillie Alford, 83, of Buena Vista died at 7 a.m. today in Memorial Hospital at Greensburg where she had been a patient since February 11.
A lifelong resident of the Buena Vista community, she was born February 11, 1879, the daughter of Thomas and Ann Thompson Wilkerson. Her husband, George E. Alford, died in August of 1960.
Mrs. Alford was a member of the Buena Vista Christian Church.
Only survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Flora Emsweller; a grandson, Junior McCarty, and two great-granddaughters, all of Buena Vista.
The Rev. John Johnson will conduct services at 2 p.m. Monday in Moster and Sons Rushville Mortuary … with burial in the Clarksburg Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, George E. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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LINAL O. “BUCK” ALFORD
Photo from Shirley Brothers Mortuaries
DAILY NEWS
Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY—Tuesday, 19 February 2019
Linal “Buck” Alford
INDIANAPOLIS—85, passed away February 17, 2019.
He was born March 13, 1933 in Bowling Green, KY, to the late William G. and Mary Alford. Buck married Nancy Flora, and she preceded him in death October 11, 2007. He was employed as a foreman for General Devices for over twenty years. Buck loved working on cars, collecting antiques and spending time with his nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 E. Washington St. with funeral services there Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Buck is survived by his siblings, W.G. Alford (Jerle), George Alford, William Thomas Alford, Geraldine Minton and Mary Wilson; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two brothers; and four sisters.
Photo from Washington Park East Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, TASM
Photo posted in 2010
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Nancy E. Flora Alford; and siblings Annie Evelyn Alford, Edna B. Alford Stiles, John Oneal Alford, and W.G. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, William Granger Alford and Mary Elizabeth Pruitt Alford, in Kentucky Obituaries; of his sister Marion Juanita Alford Spencer Singleton in Texas Obituaries; and of his sister Louise Addie Alford Goon Lee in Illinois Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Linal O. 1933 KY1, William Granger 1902 KY2, Peter Henderson 1863 KY3, William Thomas 1838 KY4, William 1804 VA5, William 1775 VA6.
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LINDA KAY BALL ALFORD
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
SHELBYVILLE NEWS
Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—Wednesday, 16 August 2023
Linda Kay Alford, 80, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at MHP Medical Center.
Born June 26, 1943 in Rushville, she was the daughter of Robert Raymond Ball and Cloe Agnes (Foster) Ball. She married Robert J. “Pete” Alford on June 2, 1962 and he preceded her on July 2, 1978.
Survivors include 3 children—Anthony J. “Tony” Alford (Beth) of Shelbyville, Terri Alford of Shelbyville, Tim Alford of Shelbyville, adopted daughter Debbie Hensley (Don) of Greenwood; sister—Ellen Rogers (Charlie) of Rushville; 2 grandchildren—Ciara Griffith (Devon), Travis Hartwell; 3 great grandchildren—Quinten Griffith, Owen Griffith and Asher Hartwell; she is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, sister Judy Hill, brothers Jack, Bill, and Ralph Ball.
Mrs. Alford was a lifetime resident of this area and attended Rushville High School. Linda was a homemaker and factory worker for KT Corp & Standard Register for several years, retiring in 2005. She was a member of Shelbyville First Church of Nazarene. Linda enjoyed working puzzles, attending yard sales and shopping, babysitting her grandchildren, watching Cincinnati Reds games, and spending time with her family.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road…. Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery….
Memorial contributions can be made to Shelby County Cancer Association….
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JCH1984
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Robert Joseph “Pete” Alford, in this compilation.
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LINDA SUE GRAFT ALFORD
FuneralNet – Memorial Obituaries
Probably Fort Wayne, IN—_____ September 2002
February 12, 1958 - September 19, 2002
Linda Sue Alford, 44, died Thursday at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana. Born in Fort Wayne, she worked at Wieland Furniture, Inc. for 16 years in production. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church.
“Linda was a loving mother and sister.”
Survivors include her fiance, Jeff Davis of Fort Wayne; daughter, Jessica Lynn Ayers of Fort Wayne; sister, Cindy Stults of Fort Wayne; two brothers, Ricky L. Graft and Randy L. Graft, both of Fort Wayne.
Services 10:30 Monday with calling one hour prior at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church.... Vigil service at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at D.O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd. Burial in Catholic Cemetery....
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THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Friday, 20 September 2002
Linda Sue Alford, 44, of Fort Wayne, a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, died Thursday, Sept. 19, 2002, at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana.
“Linda was a loving mother and sister.”
The Fort Wayne native worked for Wieland Furniture Inc. for 16 years in production.
Surviving are a daughter, Jessica L. Ayers of Fort Wayne; her fiance, Jeff Davis of Fort Wayne; a sister, Cindy Stults of Fort Wayne; and brothers Ricky L. and Randy L. Graft, both of Fort Wayne.
Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road … with a 3:30 p.m. vigil service at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Burial will be at Catholic Cemetery….
Photo from Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Peggy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Linda S. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN.
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LORENZO WARREN ALFORD
LOGANSPORT PRESS
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—Saturday, 17 November 1934
L.W. ALFORD, OF MONTICELLO DIES
MONTICELLO, Nov. 16—Lorenzo W. Alford, 80, of South Main street, died Thursday [November 15] at the home of his son, Vernon in Lafayette.
Mr. Alford came to White county from Illinois sixteen years ago. He served as Justice of the Peace several years in Monticello and had been in failing health several years. He was taken to his son’s home three weeks ago where he died.
Funeral services will be held at the Monticello Methodist church, Sunday afternoon at 1 o’clock, where the body will be brought by G.A. Stephan, Monticello funeral director, who prepared the body just before the funeral … and burial will be in Riverview cemetery.
Surviving are the widow and the son Vernon.
Photo from IOOF Riverview Cemetery, Monticello, White Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Bonnell
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife Mira A. Crum Alford; and son Vernon Crum Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his mother, Cornelia Bigelow Randall Alford; of his siblings Emeline Cornelia Alford Johnson and Seth R. Alford in Illinois Obituaries; and of his brother Allen L. Alford in California Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Lorenzo Warren 1854 IL1, Wesley John 1820 NY2, Ashley Owen 1770 VT3, Benedict 1716 CT4, Benedict 1699 CT5, Jeremiah 1655 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1598 England8.
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LORIEL E. ALLFORD
PENDLETON TIMES
Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—Thursday, 4 May 1939
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DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 2 May 1939
Photo from Mendon Cemetery, Fall Creek Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tammy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of wife, Reba Marie Raymer Allford Rinker; daughters Betty Lou Allford Stoner and Mary Ellen Allford Harvey; and parents, Jesse Milton Allford and Elsie Grace Maroska Allford, in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
From IN Marriages: Loriel Allford, born 10 May 1905 in Mohawk, Hancock Co., IN, son of Jesse Allford and Grace Moroska, married Reba Raymer, born 15 Feb 1909 in Green, Madison Co., IN, daughter of John T. Raymer and Merle Huston, on 24 Dec 1927 in Hancock Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Loriel E. 1905 IN1, Jesse Milton 1885 IN2, Marion Bruce 1858 IN3, Samuel 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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LOUISA EMELINE ALFORD CRAMPTON
LOGANSPORT PHAROS-REPORTER
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—Wednesday, 24 April 1918
Mrs. Louisa Alford Crampton, wife of Colonel A.B. Crampton, governor of the National Military Home near Marion, Ind., died last night [April 23] after a three weeks’ illness, death being due to heart disease. Mrs. Crampton has been ill for more than a year but it was not until after her return to Marion from a visit at Delphi, about a month ago, that her condition became critical.
Deceased is survived by three children—Capt. C.C. Crampton, now in the medical corps of the United States army, stationed at Camp Devens, Mass.; Mrs. Love E. Caulkins, who resides with her parents, and Mrs. Mindwell J. Wilson, who assists her husband in the management of the Citizen-Times at Delphi.
Mrs. Crampton was a devoted member of Charles Carroll chapter, D.A.R., Delphi; a charter member of Rose chapter, Order of the Eastern Star; of the Pythian Sisters of Delphi; of Lincoln circle, Ladies of the G.A.R. of Logansport, and of the Woman’s Relief corps of Logansport.
The funeral was held in Marion at the governor’s home this morning at 10 o’clock and the remains brought to Logansport where interment will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery, the cortege arriving via motor at 7:30 this evening. A brief service will be held at the cemetery.
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LOGANSPORT PHAROS-REPORTER
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—Thursday, 25 April 1918
The funeral of Mrs. Louise Alford Crampton, wife of Colonel A.B. Crampton of the National Soldiers’ Home at Marion, will be held at Marion tomorrow morning at 10:30. The remains will be brought to Logansport by motor, arriving at 1:30 and burial will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery, where a brief funeral service will be held.
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LOGANSPORT PHAROS-REPORTER
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—Friday, 26 April 1918
The funeral of Mrs. Louisa Alford Crampton was held this morning at 10:30 at Marion, Ind., and this afternoon the remains were brought to Logansport and interred in Mt. Hope cemetery. The ritualistic services of the Ladies of G.A.R. were performed at the grave.
Photo from Mount Hope Cemetery, Logansport, Cass Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Deb Minniear Rush
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her brother Corrington Loyal Alford in this compilation.
Her husband was Adelbert Bernard Crampton (1843–1933).
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Section Nine.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Louisa Emeline 1844 PA1, Loyal Adolphus 1814 VT2, Oliver 1767 CT3, Benedict 1716 CT4, Benedict 1688 CT5, Jeremiah 1655 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1598 England8.
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LOUISA JANE WESTON ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 28 November 1932
MRS. JANE ALFORD EXPIRES AT LAUREL
Mrs. Jane Alford, age 72, a well known resident of Laurel, died at her home there Saturday evening [November 26] at 6:30 o’clock after a several months’ illness. Complication of diseases was given as the cause of her death. T
The deceased was a native of Franklin county and had lived in Laurel for a great number of years. Her husband, a Civil War veteran, preceded her in death a number of years ago. She was a member of the M.E. church of Laurel.
Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Garrett Kelly of Laurel; three sons, Ferd and Reed Alford of Laurel, and Harold Alford of the Hawaiian Islands; and seventeen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at two o’clock Tuesday afternoon at the Laurel M.E. church…. Interment will be made in the Laurel cemetery.
Photo from Conwell Cemetery, Laurel, Franklin Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sherry Perry
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Edith C. Alford Kelley, Ethel Bell Alford Fetty, Ferdinand Silvester Alford, Omer Garfield Alford, and Thomas Reed Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: John Alford married Louisa J. Weston on 17 May 1877 in Franklin Co., IN.
Her husband’s lineage: John 1843 PA1, John 1821 PA2.
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LOUISA JOSEPHINE ALFORD AMICK
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 6 April 1927
DEATHS
Louisa Josephine Amick, 72, 22 North State, chronic interstitial nephritis.
Photo from Poplar Grove Cemetery, Wilbur, Morgan Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Slimbeaux †
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother Tobitha Swope Alford; and brothers Addison Alford and George H. Alford in this compilation.
Her gravestone says 1854, but her death certificate says Jan. 3, 1855, age 72 years, 3 months at death.
Her ancestor John 1773 VA married Margaret Alford 1774 VA, daughter of John 1735 Ireland6, so she has two Alford lines. See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Louisa Josephine 1855 VA1, James R. 1804 VA2, John 1773 VA3, John 1732 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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LOUISE HIGHTOWER ALFORD PERKINS
CARROLL COUNTY COMET
Delphi, Carroll Co., IN—17 June 1981
Louise Perkins, 62, Rockfield, died at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 1981 at her residence.
Born on July 9, 1918 in Greencastle, Ky., she was the daughter of John and Martha Hightower Alford. On July 2, 1938, she was married to Marvin Perkins who survives. A resident of Rockfield for three years, she had previously resided in the Burlington and Middlefork areas, Gary and Michigan. A member of the Barry Street Baptist Church in Bowling Green, Ky., she was also past senior regent of the Moose Lodge in Gary.
Services were held Saturday morning at the Neptune Funeral Home in Burlington. Interment was held in Burlington Cemetery.
Photo from Burlington Cemetery, Burlington, Carroll Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, aylaeh
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ June 1981) dates of Louise Perkins (SS# issued in MI), last residence Rockfield, Carroll Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Louise Hightower 1918 KY1, John 1881 KY2, Pleasant Calvin 1849 KY3, James Pleasant 1825 KY4, William 1804 VA5, William 1775 VA6.
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LUCINDA POWELL ALFORD
AURORA BULLETIN
Aurora, Dearborn Co., IN—Thursday, 1 December 1949
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Thomas Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Abe Alford, Charles George Alford, Elmer Taft Alford, Lula Belle Alford, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr., and Viola Alford Laib Proctor in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: On her death certificate, Lucinda P. Alford died 29 Nov 1949 in Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN. She was born 12 Dec 1876 in KY, daughter of Hudson Powell and Elizabeth Williams. Elmer Alford of Vevay was the informant.
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LUCY GUTHRIDGE ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 29 December 1919
Mrs. Elinor Waldron, county superintendent of the department of temperance and missions, is mourning the loss of her sister, Mrs. Lucy Alford, whose death occurred this week. Mrs. Alford had been a resident of Indianapolis for forty years, and made her home with Mrs. Waldron, 1848 Washington boulevard. Previous to that time she was a resident of Lebanon, Ind.
The funeral was held at the residence and was conducted by the Rev. Don Nichols of the Hall Place Methodist Episcopal Church where Mrs. Alford worshiped. She was 80 years of age.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Ambrose Asbury Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Lucy Alford, born 13 Aug 1839, daughter of John Wood Guthredge and Elizabeth Lowrey, died 8 Dec 1919 in Marion Co., IN.
In April 2016, a Find A Grave photographer reported that her grave has no gravestone, confirmed by cemetery records.
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LULA BELLE ALFORD
AURORA JOURNAL-BULLETIN
Aurora, Dearborn Co., IN—Thursday, 25 July 1957
Photo from New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Alan L. Fisher
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Thomas Alford and Lucinda Powell Alford; and siblings Abe Alford, Charles George Alford, Elmer Taft Alford, Ernest Dewey Alford, Lula Belle Alford, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr., and Viola Alford Laib Proctor in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: On her death certificate, Lula Belle Alford died 23 July 1957 in Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN. She was born 20 Feb 1913 in IN [sic: KY], daughter of Thomas Alford and Lucinda Powell. She was single, never married.
From Kentucky, Birth Index (Ancestry): Lula B. Alford was born 20 Feb 1913 in Madison Co., KY, mother Lucile Powell.
Her lineage: Lula Belle 1913 KY1, Thomas 1874 KY2.
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LULA E. ABRAMS ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 15 January 1968
LULA ALFORD SERVICES TODAY
Final rites were held this morning for Mrs. Lula E. Alford, 88, of near Buena Vista I (R.R.2, Laurel) who died at 11:45 p.m. Friday [January 12] in Memorial Hospital at Greensburg [Decatur Co.] after several years of failing health,
A lifelong resident of the Buena Vista community, she was born there October 27, 1879, a daughter of William and Mary Hoffman Abrams. Her husband, James E. Alford, died March 15, 1947.
Mrs. Alford was a member of the Buena Vista Christian Church.
Survivors include a brother, Charles Abrams of Filer, Ida.; three sisters, Mrs. Marie Swinford and Mrs. Charles (Stella) Sherwood of Greensburg and Mrs. Martha Ailes of St. Maurice, and several nieces and nephews.
Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
The Rev. John Johnson conducted services at Moster and Sons Mortuary at 10:30 a.m. today and emtombment followed in East Hill Shrine Mausoleum.
Photo from East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susie and Mike
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, James E. Alford, in this compilation.
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LUELLA BELL ALFORD TULLEY
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Friday, 3 June 1921
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THE NEWS AND SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Friday, 3 June 1921
DEATH CLAIMS WARSAW WOMAN
WARSAW, Ind., June 3—Mrs. Dell Tully, aged 21 years, died Thursday morning [June 2] at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. O.P. Alford, after a long illness. Her death was due to a complication of diseases. Her parents and several brothers and sisters survive.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, MJ
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Oliver P. “Johnson” Alford and Martha Jane Woods Alford; and siblings Goldie Marie Alford Johnson Warner and James Oliver Alford in this compilation.
On the 1900 census in Wayne, Kosciusko Co., IN, Lulu Alford, age 1 month (born Apr 1900), is the only child of Oliver P. Alford (born Feb 1861) and Martha Jane Alford (born Oct 1863).
From Find A Grave: Her husband was John Oldean “Jack” Tulley.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her lineage: Luella Bell 1900 IN1, Oliver P. 1860 IN2, George Washington 1830 VA3, Robert 1805 VA4, Henry 1778 VA5, John 1735 Ireland6.
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LURA E. BALLARD ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Friday, 10 April 1942
Mrs. Percy Alford, aged 52, of 1407 Lincoln Way West, died at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in her home after four months of illness.
She was born in Momence, Ill, Oct. 29, 1889, and came here 45 years ago. She was married in 1914 in St. Joseph, Mich., to Mr. Alford, who survives. He is a fire department captain at central station.
She leaves three brothers, Albert Ballard, of South Bend; Edmond Ballard, of Twin Branch, this county, and Howard Ballard, of San Francisco.
She was a member of South Bend chapter No. 2, Order of the Easter Star.
Friends may call in the Willis-Joyce funeral home where the funeral will take place at 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Rev. E. Knight Worth, pastor of the Grace Evangelical church, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph Valley Memorial park.
Photo from Saint Joseph Valley Memorial Park, Grainger, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, C & Y Zinn-Haines
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Percy Alford, in this compilation.
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LUTHER ALFORD
DAILY LEDGER
Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—Tuesday, 14 June 1938
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, George Andrew Alford and Dora Hoss Alford; and siblings Charles Grover Alford, Edith Marie Alford Crooks, Elmer Alford, and Roy Alford in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Luther Alford, single, born 14 Jan 1896 in IN, son of George A. Alford and Dora Manship, died 13 June 1938 in Anderson, Madison Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Luther 1896 IN1, George Andrew 1860 IN2, Andrew 1816 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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LUTHER TODD ALFORD
[He died in Texas, but we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to Indiana.]
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 31 March 1931
Word has been received in Indianapolis of the death of L. Todd Alford, age forty-three, in an automobile accident in Houston, Tex., Sunday [March 30].
Mr. Alford, the son of Fremont Alford, former judge of Marion county criminal court, who died a year ago, was born in Indianapolis, December 24, 1887, and lived here until six years ago. At the time of his death he was manager of the casualty and surety department of the Southern Surety Company, New York.
He attended Manual Training High School, and while in Indianapolis was employed by Hibben Hollweg Company, and later in the state claim department of the C.I.&W. railroad, now consolidated with the Baltimore and Ohio. He enlisted in the army in September. 1917, remaining in a training camp at Louisville, Ky. The wife, Mrs. Dorothy Alford, died about a month ago.
Mr. Alford returned to Indianapolis when discharged and went to St. Petersburg, Fla., in 1924. He moved to Houston three years ago.
He was a thirty-second degree Mason, a member of Centre Lodge, F. and A. M. of the Scottish Rite, the Shrine and the American Legion.
Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Villa B. Alford, a sister, Mrs. Gertrude A. Blake, and a brother, Harry B. Alford, all of Indianapolis.
The body will be brought to Indianapolis for burial.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, CKHoosier
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Fremont Alford and Sevilla “Villa” Brawley Alford; and siblings Frank Edgar Alford, Harry Bert Alford, and Nora Gertrude Alford Blake Johnson in this compilation.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Luther Todd 1887 IN1, Fremont 1857 IN2, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA3, John 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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LYDIA MAUDE TURNER ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 27 July 1975
Photo from Grandview Cemetery, Bremen, Fairfield Co., OH—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor ROK
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Maude Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 26 Aug 1882 and died _____ July 1975, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of her daughter Thelma Elnora Alford Wilson in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her husband, James Perry Alford; and son John William Alford in Ohio Obituaries; and of her son Ronald Perry Alford in Michigan Obituaries.
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MABEL ALFORD STARKS
FORT WAYNE JOURNAL-GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Thursday, 23 March 2000
Mable A. Starks, 83, died Tuesday at Life Care Center of Fort Wayne.
Born in Montgomery, Ala., she moved to Fort Wayne four years ago and was a homemaker. Her husband, Willie C. Sr., died in 1996.
Surviving are two sons, Willie C. Jr. of Fort Wayne and John E. of Atlanta; a daughter, Willa L. Starks of Fort Wayne; and two grandchildren.
Services at 1 p.m. CST (2 p.m. Fort Wayne time) Saturday at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, Montgomery. No calling. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery, Montgomery.
Memorials to American Cancer Society. Arrangements by E.G. Cummings Memorial Funeral Home, Montgomery.
Photo from Greenwood Cemetery, Montgomery, Montgomery Co., AL—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Paul Bartley
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mable A. Starks (SS# issued in AL) was born 4 Jan 1917 and died 21 March 2000, last residence Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN.
We included the obituaries of her sister Victoria Alford in Alabama Obituaries; and of her brother Jason Alford in Illinois Obituaries.
1920 Montgomery, Montgomery Co., AL—all black:
James Alford head 46 AL AL AL carpenter
Della wife 26 AL AL AL
Jason son 7 AL AL AL
Victoria dau 5 AL AL AL
Mable dau 2-11/12 AL AL AL
From Alabama, County Marriage Records (Ancestry): Mable Alford, age 26 daughter of James and Delia Alford, married Willie Clinton Starks, age 36 son of Willie Clinton Starks and Birdie Lee Posie, on 17 May 1946 in Montgomery Co., AL.
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MABLE LEAN AUSTIN REEVES ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Thursday, 18 November 2010
SOUTH BEND—Mable L. Alford, 89, passed away Thursday, November 11, 2010.
Surviving are three daughters, Marsha Reeves Jews of Baltimore, MD, Zandra Michelle Austin of Milwaukee, WI, Toni T. Ferguson of South Bend; a son, Jeffrey C. Reeves (Myra) of Atlanta, GA; stepson, Bishop Donald L. Alford Sr. (Mary) of South Bend, IN; a sister, Mary Pat Austin of South Bend; six brothers, Evert Austin Sr. (Alice) of Columbus, GA, William Austin of South Bend, Lavell Austin (Heidi) of East Cleveland, OH, Orvester Austin (Mary) of Avon, IN, Roy Austin (Lavon) of Hemet, CA; 10 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be at 11 a.m., funeral services at noon on Friday at Pentecostal Cathedral Church of God in Christ. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alford’s….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mabel Lean Alford (SS# issued in IL) was born 4 Sept 1921 but that she died 10 Nov 2010, last residence South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN.
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MAE ABBOTT ALFORD
EVANSVILLE COURIER
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Friday, 28 February 1919
Photo from IOOF Cemetery, Otwell, Pike Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Carol N
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, James Stanley Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son James Gordon Alford in Florida Obituaries
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MAE “BELLE” DECKARD ALFORD
NEWS AND TRIBUNE
Jeffersonville, Clark Co., IN—9 December 2010
Funeral services for Mae “Belle” Deckard Alford, 77, of Floyds Knobs [Floyd Co., IN], will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Newcomer Funeral Home-Southern Indiana Chapel, New Albany, with burial at 1:30 p.m. (CST) in Green River Union Cemetery, Richardsville [Warren Co.], Ky. She died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services in New Albany [Floyd Co., IN].
Belle was a member of the Central Church of Christ in Louisville. She was a devoted homemaker and enjoyed participating in the homemakers club, crafts, and gardening. Above all else, Belle loved the Lord and her family.
She was born Jan. 16, 1933, in Barren County, Ky., to the late Fred and Lillie “Mae” Webb Deckard.
Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Frank Alford; daughters, Pam Willis and her husband, Leon of Midland, Mich., Debbie Beckham and her husband, Larry, of Floyds Knobs, and Sharon Thompson and her husband, Rondal Jr., of Floyds Knobs; son, David Alford and his wife, Judi, of Fredericksburg, Va.; sisters, Ruby Wilson, of Bowling Green, Ky., and Jean Stephens and her husband, Gus, of Round Hill, Ky.; grandchildren, Trevis Willis and his wife, Nicole, Rachel Grubb and her husband, Curt, Margaret Lamp and her husband, Lonnie, Michelle Espinoza and her husband, Pedro, Jennifer Huggins and her husband, Eric, Linda Thompson, and Stephen Thompson; great-grandchildren, Parker Willis, Lillie Willis, Caden Grubb, Keira Grubb, Ethan Lamp, and Eli Lamp; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Linda Faye Alford; brothers, James “Monk” Deckard, and Joe Deckard; sisters, Mary Wood, and Marie Young….
The family requests that expressions of sympathy take the form of memorial contributions to the American Heart Association….
Photo from Green River Union Cemetery, Richardsville, Warren Co., KY—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Amy Waldron
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mae Belle Alford (SS# issued in KY), last residence Floyds Knobs, Floyd Co., IN.
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MAMIE EISTERHOLD ALFORD
THE JOURNAL-NEWS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Friday, 7 November 1919
Photo from Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Evansville, Vandenburgh Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor vannetta ghormley mcdowell
AAFA NOTES: From IN Deaths (death certificate): Mamie Eisterhold Alford, age 33, died 5 Nov 1919 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN. She was born 28 Feb 1886 in Vanderburgh Co., daughter of Frank Eisterhold and Mary Fisher. Her husband is Frank Alford.
Adoption:
EVANSVILLE COURIER
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Tuesday, 18 November 1919
From IN Births: Valeria Anna Alford was born 4 Nov 1914 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN, daughter of Frank Alford, age 32 born Beaver Falls, PA, and Mamie Eisterhold, age 28 born Evansville, IN.
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MARA FLORENCE CLEVENGER ALFORD HOOVER
Freshman photo, The Mortonian, 1928 yearbook, Centerville High School, Centerville, Wayne Co., IN
PALLADIUM-ITEM
Richmond, Wayne Co., IN—Monday, 20 July 1992
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mara F. Hoover (SS# issued in IN) was born 28 Apr 1913 and died _____ July 1992, last residence Richmond, Wayne Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Justice Edmond “Judd” Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
From IN Births: Mary Florence Clevenger was born 30 Apr 1913 in Centerville, Wayne Co., IN, daughter of John Clevenger and Bessie McCashland.
She is Mary on her birth certificate and on the 1920 census, but all on all other records she is Mara.
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MARCIA ANN REESE ALFORD
Photo from WRBI Radio
Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home
Versailles, Ripley Co., IN—_____ May 2021
Marcia Ann Alford, 76, of Beech Grove passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at her home.
She was born in Indianapolis on October 25, 1944 the daughter of Herschel and Margaret Bowerly Reese.
Survivors include one daughter Jo Ann Brown of Beech Grove; two sons Robert L. (Krista) Alford and Richard J. (Lindsey) Alford both of Pendleton; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; one sister Cynthia Day of Monticello.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Robert.
Mrs. Alford worked at Edward’s Drive-In in Indianapolis for over 30 years where she waited on cars with roller skates on. A young man named Jim Alford visited the drive-in and was very persistent on having a date with her. The two were married on Marcia’s 20th birthday on October 25, 1964 and Jim preceded her in death on May 21, 1998. In her spare time Marcia enjoyed visiting the casinos as well as shopping for antiques.
Graveside services for Marcia will be held on Tuesday, June 1st at 11am at the Holton Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, James Wesley Alford, in this compilation.
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MARCIA MARY KIZAR ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Monday, 9 June 1980
MISHAWAKA [St. Joseph Co.]—Mrs. Marsha M. Alford, 87, of 10579 Star Road, Osceola, died at 7:50 a.m. Sunday [June 8] at Fountainview Place, Mishawaka, after an illness of three weeks.
She was born in Mishawaka Feb. 11, 1893, and had lived her life in the area. As Marsha Kizer she married, Albert L. Alford in Mishawaka Nov. 11, 1920. He died Sept. 7, 1964.
Surviving are her two sons, Leonard, Osceola, and Raymond, Tucson, Ariz.; a daughter, Mrs. Victor (Clara Mae) Amen, Grand Lake, Colo.; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 tonight and from 2 to 4 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Bubb Chapel, Mishawka. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Willow Creek United Methodist Church…. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery.
She was a member of the Willow Creek UM Church to which memorials may be made.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ June 1980) dates of Mary Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Osceola, St Joseph Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Albert Leonard Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Leonard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Clara Mae Alford Amen in Kansas Obituaries.
Her name is Marcia on her gravestone, in her husband’s obituary, and on her death certificate (which also says “AKA Mary Marcia), Mary in SSDI records, Marsha M. in her obituary, Marcie in her son Leonard’s obituary, and Mary Marcie in her daughter Clara’s obituary.
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MARENA ELENE ALFORD GAMMONS
Black & white version of gravestone photo
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—____ April 2011
Born on: June 7, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan
Departed on: April 23, 2011 and resided in Indianapolis, Indiana….
Service: Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. at the Washington Memorial Chapel
Burial: Washington Park East Cemetery
Marena E. Gammons, 83, went to be with our Lord on April 23, 2011 and reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Charles Lee Gammons who preceded her in death in October 2004.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Edith Tate, and Barbara Montgomery; three brothers, Garnie, Benjamin, and William Alford; one grandson, James Ryan Martin.
In her early years, she was employed at Kroger and RCA, then realized her most important roll in life was raising her five children. She was a wonderful mother, compassionate and caring grandmother, and great-grandmother. All that entered her home were made to feel welcome. She was surrounded by good neighbors and friends.
Marena is survived by her children, Ruby (Don) Larson, Shirley (Peter) Plante, Brenda (Bill) Childers, Roger Lee Gammons, Linda (Max) Onan; 32 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, one sister, Geneva Cole of Brownsville, KY; two sister-in-laws, Dorothy Alford of Indianapolis, and Barbara Alford of Greenwood….
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Photo from Washington Park East Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, TASM
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Marena E. Gammons (SS# issued in KY), last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her mother, Ruby May Runner Alford; and siblings Garnie R. Alford and William E. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her siblings Geneva E. “Genny” Alford Cole and Junior A. “Ben” Alford in Kentucky Obituaries.
Her middle name is from family trees on the web.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Marena Elene 1927 MI1, Abner Jasper 1905 KY2, Abner Jasper 1865 KY3, William Thomas 1838 KY4, William 1804 VA5, William 1775 VA6.
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MARGARET ALFORD COLLINS GREGORY
ANDERSON HERALD
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 13 November 1945
Photo from Willow Branch Cemetery, Willow Branch, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, Harvey Lewis Allford; siblings Alonzo Edgar Alford and Herman Philander Alford; and half-brothers Chester Earl Alford and Kenneth Scott Allford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Margaret 1880 IN1, Harvey Lewis [ALLFORD] 1852 IN2, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA3, John 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MARGARET ALFORD HEARON
Photo from Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—Wednesday, 7 May 2008
Margaret Hearon, Gary, Indiana Age 73, made her transition from life to eternity on Sunday, May 4, 2008.
She was born on April 1, 1935 in Charleston, MS, to Jerry & Edmonia Alford. A member of New Town Baptist Church in Charleston, MS, and attended Jackson State University in Jackson, MS. She relocated to Gary, IN, in 1951, and has been a member of Van Buren M.B. Church since 1953. She faithfully served on Van Buren’s Missionary Board (Naomi Circle). She was also an Eastern Star. She worked for the School City of Gary as a substitute teacher for about 20 years.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Hearon Sr.; parents, Jerry & Edmonia Alford; sisters, Maggie Venerable, Fannie Whitaker, Virdie C. McClendon and Maudine McCall; brothers, Jerry Alford and Charles Alford.
Margaret leaves to celebrate her life, 2 loving and dedicated sons, Elbert (Sharon) Hearon Jr. of Carol Stream, IL, Michael A. Hearon of Gary, IN; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Moseley and brother, David (Mildred) Alford, both of Memphis, TN; sisters-in-law, Selene Douglas and Louise Young of Gary, Ethel Heron of Birmingham, AL, Eddie Hearon of Buffalo, NY; 3 favorite nieces, Mariel (Leandrew) Green and Geraldine Moseley of Gary, Edmonia Butchee of Bloomington, MN; and many more nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The Funeral Service will be held Thursday, May 8, 2008, 11 a.m. at Van Buren M.B. Church, 2585 Van Buren St., Gary, IN…. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery, Gary, IN. smithbizzellwarnerfuneralhome.com.
Photo from Oak Hill Cemetery, Gary, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sheridan Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Margaret Hearon (SS# issued in MS), last residence Gary, Lake Co., IN.
See the obituary of her brother Jerry D. Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her siblings Charlie Green Alford (with additional genealogical information), David Alford, Fannie Alford Whittaker, and Maggie Alford Venable in Mississippi Obituaries.
His lineage: Margaret 1935 MS1, Jerry 1883 MS2, Jerry 1850 MS3.
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MARGARET ANN CLIFFORD ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Tuesday, 2 December 2008
Sept. 1, 1925 - Dec. 1, 2008
MISHAWAKA—Margaret Ann Alford, 83, passed away Mon, Dec 1, in Golden Living Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Billie Alford on Sept. 28, 2008.
Surviving are her son Michael Alford of Mishawaka; two grandchildren, Ian Alford of South Bend and Jennie Alford of Columbus, OH; and a brother, Thomas Clifford of South Bend.
As per Margaret’s wishes there will be no visitation or services. Hahn Funeral Home, Mishawaka is handling the arrangements….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margaret Ann Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 1 Sept 1925, last residence Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Billy Thomas Alford, in this compilation.
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MARGARET LAMB ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 29 October 1936
Funeral services for Mrs. Margaret Alford, 54 years old, 2902 North Illinois street, who died Tuesday night in St. Vincent’s Hospital following an illness of a year, will be held at 2 o’clock tomorrow afternoon in the University Park Christian Church. Burial will be in Crown Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Churchill, O., Jan. 29, 1882, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Lamb. She lived in California several years before coming to Indianapolis twenty-five years ago and was the last member of her family living here.
Her husband and two children are dead.
A brother. Homer T. Lamb, of Tulsa, Okla., a prominent oil operator in Western fields, has arrived to attend the funeral….
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 31 October 1936
The funeral of Mrs. Margaret Alford was held at the University Park Christian Church yesterday afternoon with members of the choir, in which she had been a contralto singer for twenty-four years, serving as honorary pallbearers….
Burial was in Crown Hill cemetery.
A brother, the only surviving relative of her immediate family, Homer T. Lamb of Tulsa, Okla., and Mrs. Lamb, attended the funeral.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Van Osdol
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Thomas Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Margaret Alford, age 54, widow, died 27 Oct 1936 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. She was born 29 Jan 1882 in Churchill, Trumbull Co., OH, daughter of Thos. F. and Jennie Lamb. Her husband was Thos. Alford.
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MARGARET LOUISE ALFORD
DAILY TIMES
Brazil, Clay Co., IN—Thursday, 31 October 1912
CHILD DIES
Margaret, the infant daughter of Merle and Margaret Alford, died this morning at 9 o’clock at the home of Mrs. Mary Christian, 638 West Jackson street of pneumonia.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock at the residence and interment in Cottage Hill Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of her parents, Murlie Alford and Margaret Jeannette Hazel Alford; and siblings Albert Joseph “Jack” Alford, Alberta Josephine “Becky” Alford Mowery, Catherine Alisha Alford Frazier, Charles Murlie Alford, Earnest Alford, Harley Lewis Alford, Harry Leroy Alford, Mary Jane Alford DeFewell Siegle, Murlie Eugene Alford, Raymond Leroy Alford, Susan Belle Alford McAfee, and William Alford in Ohio Obituaries.
From IN Births: Margret Louise Alford was born 21 June 1911 in Brazil, Clay Co., IN, daughter of Murlie and Margret Hazel, both born in IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Margaret Louise 1911 IN1, Murlie 1890 IN2, William S. 1867 IN3, George Hoge 1842 VA4, Charles 1801 VA5, John 1768 VA6, Thomas 1736 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MARGARET PEARL ALLFORD MCCONNELL
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Wednesday, 27 October 1937
Once more the angel of death has plucked a fair flower from earth’s garden and transplanted it in the garden above.
Pearl Allford McConnell was born on June 23, 1913, in Green township, Hancock County, Indiana, the daughter of Lillian Cahill Allford and Lafayette Allford, and passed away on October 20, 1937, at the age of 24 years, 3 months and 22 days.
Pearl was reared in and around the community of her birth and attended school at Mohawk and Mt. Comfort, later moving with her parents to Greenfield, where she completed her schooling and started out to earn her livelihood.
Pearl’s mother preceded her in death some three years ago.
Pearl was ambitious and had a pleasing personality. Working in public life for several years, she became known and well liked by many. She always tried to be pleasant and accommodating and her smile was a bright spot in the lives of her many friends and acquaintances.
On April 17, 1936, she was united in marriage to Victor McConnel [sic] at Greenfield, Ind., where they resided during their all too short married life.
Pearl was ill for some time and all was done for her that the tender hands and loving hearts of her husband, relatives and friends could do to ease her….
She leaves to mourn her passing her bereaved husband, Victor McConnell, her father, Lafayette Allford, her brother, Chester Allford, her grandfather, William Cahill, her nephew, Billy Allford, and a host of relatives and friends.
Photo from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Clemons
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Lafayette “Lafe” Allford and Lillian Cahill Allford; and brother William Chester “Chick” Allford in this compilation.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Margaret Pearl 1913 IN1, Lafayette “Lafe” 1888 IN2, Marion Bruce 1858 IN3, Samuel 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MARGARET RITA MCCARTHY ALFORD
HAMILTON JOURNAL-NEWS
Hamilton, Butler Co., OH—Monday, 22 January 2007
Alford, Margaret—Age 80, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away January 18, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald E. Alford.
Survivors include her children Donna Autry, Scot Alford, Barbara Alford; sister-in-law, Hugh Autry; granddaughter Cassandra Autry; brother Jim McCarthy of West Chester; and sister Helen Sullivan of Placida, Florida.
Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Monday, January 22 at Flanner and Buchanan at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Indianapolis, Indiana. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 23 at the Rose Hill Burial Park, Hamilton [Butler Co.], Ohio. Arrangements by Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers, Indianapolis, Indiana.
In another article:
Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—_____ January 2007
Margaret Alford 80, Indianapolis, died January 18, 2007.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald E. Alford; and son, Kevin Alford.
Calling: Monday January 22 at Flanner and Buchanan at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Indianapolis, Indiana. Graveside services: Tuesday, January 23 at Rose Hill Cemetery, Hamilton, Ohio.
Survivors include her children Donna Autry, Scot Alford, and Barbara Alford; son-in-law Hugh Autry; granddaughter, Cassandra Autry; brother, Jim McCarthy of West Chester, Ohio; and sister, Helen Sullivan of Placida, Florida.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margaret R. Alford (SS# issued in OH) was born 4 Aug 1926, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Donald E. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers provided her middle name in the obituary heading and listed her birth date as 4 Aug 1927.
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MARGUERITE EARLSTON “MARGIE” DURGEE HOPPS AYLWARD ALLFORD LARMORE
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 14 May 2000
Photo from Anderson Memorial Park, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, BFDuncan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margie D. Larmore (SS# issued in IN) was born 6 March 1913, last residence Carmel, Hamilton Co., IN.
See the obituary of her third husband, Leslie Carl Allford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: Her name is listed as follows:
Margie Durgee Hoppes Nov 1936
Margie Durgee Aylward Mar 1960
Margie Dur Allford Jul 1969
Margie D. Larmore Jan 1983
From IN Births: Maguerite Earlston Durgee was born 6 March 1913 in New Albany, Floyd Co., IN, daughter of Emmett Durgee and Gladys Sturgeon.
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MARGUERITE SCREES ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 1 June 1940
Photo from Sutherland Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, TASM
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Curtis Homer Alford; and son Ronald Wayne Alford in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Marguerite Alford was born 28 March 1911 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, daughter of Clarence Roy Screes and Adah Tompkins. She died of postpartum hemorrhage on 30 May 1940 in Beech Grove, Marion Co., IN. The informant was her husband, Curtis Alford.
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MARIE BELLAMY ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 14 June 1997
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marie Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 22 Aug 1921, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Robert Alford; and stepdaughter Walterine Sue Alford Newton Dodd in this compilation.
From SSACI: Marie Bellamy Alford, black, was born 22 Aug 1921 in Clarksville, Montgomery Co., TN, daughter of Willie W. Bellamy and Bessie Miller.
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MARILYN SUE WALCUTT ALFORD
Angola, Steuben Co., IN—_____ February 2013
Marilyn Sue Alford, 60, of Angola, Indiana passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born August 13, 1952 in Angola, Indiana to James and Mary (Book) Walcutt. She married Marvin Glenn Alford on June 27, 1970. Sue worked on the Steuben County EMS for 18 years. She also worked for State Farm Insurance, Farm Bureau Insurance and was on the Salem Center Fire Department. She was a member of SonLight Community Church, Angola, IN; West Otter Lake Lake Association and on the Jackson Township Board of Trustee’s.
She is survived by her husband Marvin Glenn Alford of Angola, IN; her son and daughter-in-law Michael Glenn and Tracie Alford of Hudson, IN; her daughter and son-in-law Michelle Sue and Mark Rheinheimer of Orland, IN; three brothers and sisters-in-law Jim and Carol Walcutt of Churubusco, IN; Jerry and Helene Walcutt of Angola, IN; Jack and Wanda Walcutt of Huntertown, IN; two sisters and a brother-in-law Judy and Raymond Oliver of Fort Wayne, IN; Melanie Pardue of Ashley, IN; three grandchildren Emily Rheinheimer, Sarah Rheinheimer and Katie Rheinheimer.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 23, 2013 at SonLight Community Church, Angola, IN…. Visitation will be from 4-8 PM, Friday, February 22, 2013 at SonLight Community Church, Angola, IN. Marilyn’s favorite saying was “Love God, Love People”.
Memorials may be made to the family c/o Marvin Glenn Alford or to the Steuben County Cancer Association.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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MARION BRUCE ALLFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 3 February 1916
Bruce Alford, aged 55, died at his home in Eden at an early hour Monday morning after a two weeks’ illness of double pneumonia.
He was one of the well known men of Green township and is survived by a widow and eight children—Jefferson, William, Edward, Lafayette and Samuel Alford, Mrs. Cora Maroska, Mrs. Nora Sargent and Mrs. Clara Whittaker.
Photo from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Analyza Sitton Allford; sons Jesse Milton Allford, Lafayette “Lafe” Allford, Samuel Justice Alford, and William Albert Alford; parents, Samuel Allford and Mary Massa Fuqua Allford; and brother Shelton Allen Allford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Marion B. Alford married Eliza Ann Sitton on 13 Feb 1881 in Hancock Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Marion Bruce 1858 IN1, Samuel 1837 IN2, John Lambert 1802 VA3, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MARION SAMUEL “SAM” ALLFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 14 December 1993
Photo from Glen Cove Cemetery, Knightstown, Henry Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Louise Reynolds
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Marion S. Allford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Wilkinson, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Edith Frances McClarnon Allford; and daughter Judith Elaine Allford White Turner in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Marion Samuel 1914 IN1, William 1888 IN2, John L. 1862 IN3, Samuel 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MARJORIE RUTH KANTZ ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Friday, 28 July 1995
Oct. 16, 1917-July 26, 1995
NAPPANEE [Elkhart Co.]—Marjorie R. Alford, 77, of LuAnn Nursing Home, died there Wednesday afternoon [July 26].
Mrs. Alford had been employed by CTS Corp., Elkhart. She was born Oct. 16, 1917, in Culver [Marshall Co].
Surviving are a daughter, Bonnie Bixler of Elkhart; three sons, David of Marion, Ind., John of Edwardsburg and Randy of Dahlonega, Ga.; 15 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and a stepbrother, Donald Kantz of Elkhart.
Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Carleton Cemetery….
Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association.
Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home, Elkhart, is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Carleton Cemetery, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Arlene Nicolas
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marjorie R. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 16 Oct 1916, last residence Nappanee, Elkhart Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Robert N. Alford; and sons David Lynn Alford and John R. Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Marjorie Kantz, born 16 Oct 1916 in Culver, IN, daughter of William G. Kantz and Sarah Straub, married Robert N. Alford on 23 May 1938 in Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN.
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MARK ANTHONY VAXTER-ALFORD
Mark Alford
Freshman photo, Cardinal, 1987 yearbook, Central High School, East Chicago, Lake Co., IN
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Thursday, 31 October 1996
Vaxter-Alford, Mark A., 25, of Gary, passed away Oct. 27.
He was employed at Majestic Star Casino.
Visitation 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. (family hour at 6 to 8 p.m.) today at the Smith Bizzell Warner & Son Funeral Home, 4209 Grant St. Services at 11 a.m. Friday at Davis Memorial A.M.E. Church. Interment at Oak Hill Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mark A. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 29 Jan 1971, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his maternal grandparents, Sims Alford and Hazel Belle Wilson Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Mark Anthony Alford died of gunshot wounds on 27 Oct 1996 in Gary, Lake Co., IN. He was born 29 Jan 1971 in Gary, [grand]son of Sims Alford and Hazel Wilson.
From SSACI: Mark Anthony Vaxter Jr. was born 29 Jan 1971 in Gary, Lake Co., IN. He is listed as Mark Anthony Alford beginning in 1990.
From IN Deaths: Jocelyn Vaxter, black, died of pneumonia on 13 Feb 1974 in Gary, Lake Co., IN. She was born 15 Feb 1954 in IN, daughter of Sims Alford and Hazel Wilson.
Apparently Mark’s Alford grandparents raised him after his mother’s death. They either adopted him or he assumed their last name.
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MARLENE ELLEN CHAFFIN ALFORD HEERDINK
Wife of Joseph Lee Alford, Sr., AAFA #1058
Photo from marriage announcement, below
COURIER & PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Wednesday, 9 May 2001
Photo from Oak Hill Cemetery, Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Y
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marlene Heerdink (SS# issued in IN) was born 29 Sept , last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her son Joseph Lee Alford Jr. in this compilation.
Marriage announcement:
SUNDAY COURIER AND PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Sunday, 17 April 1955
From IN Marriages: Marlene Ellen Alford, age 32 born MI, married Delbert David Heerdink on 19 Apr 1966 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her first husband’s lineage: Joseph Lee 1932 VA1, Charlie Givens 1900 VA2, George Washington 1860 VA3, James Stephen 1831 VA4, John 1795 VA5, John 1768 VA6, Thomas 1736 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MARSHALL ALFRED
THE COURIER-JOURNAL
Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY—Tuesday, 24 January 1905
Marshall Alford [sic], seventy-nine years old, died at his home, 713 Missouri avenue, Jeffersonville [Clark Co., IN], last night [January 23] after a long illness of Bright’s disease.
He was well known in Jeffersonville, and for years was a carpenter on the river. At one period he was made Marshal of Jeffersonville, but not liking the situation, resigned in a few hours. For years he was identified with the Odd Fellows.
He is survived by a wife and one son, William Alford.
The funeral will take place Wednesday.
Photo from Eastern Cemetery, Jeffersonville, Clark Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gail Black
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his son John William Alfred, in this compilation.
The last name of both father and son is spelled Alfred and, incorrectly, Alford in various records.
In 1850, Jeffersonville, Clark Co., IN: Marshell Alford, 22 IN carpenter, is living with Matilda, 14 [?] IN.
From IN Marriages: Marshall Alfred married Matilda Bird on 9 Feb 1850 in Clark Co., IN.
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MARSHALL MCKINLEY ALFORD, JR.
Rising Sun, Ohio Co., IN—_____ December 2018
Marshall McKinley Alford, Jr. 72, of Moores Hill [Dearborn Co.], IN, passed away at 4:37 PM, Tuesday, December 18th, 2018 at Highpoint Health in Lawrenceburg, IN.
Marshall was born in Milan, IN on August 9, 1946, a son of the late Mary Lucille (Hubbard) and Marshall M. Alford, Sr. He was a graduate of Rising Sun High School, Class of 1965. On October 9th, 1965 he married Darla (Wallingford) Alford at Olive Branch Baptist Church in Bear Branch, IN. Marshall and Darla were married over 53 love filled years. He worked at the Alton Box Factory in Aurora for 14 Years, but he was a farmer his whole life. Farming was his true passion and he loved everything about it. Marshall was a 27 year member of the Dearborn County Soil & Water Conservation District Board. When it came to equipment, he was a John Deere man. Marshall loved talking with his friends (mostly about farming) and spending time with his loving family.
Marshall is survived by his wife, Darla Alford, of Moores Hill, IN; by a daughter, Erin Coleen Alford, of Centerville, IN; by a son, Kevin Patrick Alford (Jane), of Moores Hill, IN; by grandchildren: Hanna (Brad Smoker), Emily, Sam, Kiana, Maryssa, Duncan & Isabella and by great grandchildren; Triston, Parker, Silas, Savannah & Ezra; by three sisters, Rebecca Rimstidt, of Rising Sun, IN; Rachel Goolsby (Sonny), of North Garden, VA and Erma Siekman (Eric), of Rising Sun, IN; by two brothers, Morris Alford, Sr. (Judy), of Fairview, IN and David Alford, Sr., of Clarksville, TN; by an uncle, Lonnie Hubbard, of Mt. Siani, IN and by dear friends, Dwayne and Gladys.
Visitation for Marshall will be 5-8 PM, Friday, December 21st at Markland Funeral Home in Rising Sun, IN. No other services will be held.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr. and Mary Lucille Hubbard Alford; and half-sisters Doris E. Alford Osborn and Virginia Mae Alford Richards in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his half-brother John T. Alford in Kentucky Obituaries; and of his half-sister Alma Ruth Alford Benham in Ohio Obituaries.
Wedding announcement:
CINCINNATI ENQUIRER
Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH—Sunday, 12 December 1965
His lineage: Marshall McKinley 1946 IN1, Marshall McKinley 1896 KY2, Thomas 1874 KY3.
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MARSHALL MCKINLEY ALFORD, SR.
CINCINNATI POST
Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH—Wednesday, 21 November 1973
Photo from New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Alan L. Fisher
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marshall Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 16 Oct 1896 and died _____ Nov 1973, last residence Dillsboro, Dearborn Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Lillian Mae Pryor Alford; second wife, Mary Lucille Hubbard Alford; children Doris E. Alford Osborn, Marshall McKinley Alford Jr., and Virginia Mae Alford Richards; and parents, Thomas Alford and Lucinda Powell Alford; and siblings Abe Alford, Charles George Alford, Elmer Taft Alford, Ernest Dewey Alford, Lula Belle Alford, and Viola Alford Laib Proctor in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son John T. Alford in Kentucky Obituaries; and of his daughter Alma Ruth Alford Benham in Ohio Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: On his death certificate, Marshall M. Alford, age 77, died 19 Nov 1973 in Madison, Jefferson Co., IN. He was born 16 Oct 1896 in KY, son of Thomas Alford and Lucinda Powell.
From IN Marriages: Marshall Alford, age 19 born 16 Oct 1896 in Madison Co., KY, married Lillian Pryor, age 19 born 19 June 1896 daughter of John Pryor and Mary Hall, in Carroll Co., KY, on 1 Oct 1915 in IN. Both were residents of Carroll Co., KY.
His lineage: Marshall McKinley 1896 KY1, Thomas 1874 KY2.
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MARTHA B. “MATTIE” ALFORD DOSS
EVENING REPUBLICAN
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Friday, 1 October 1954
Photos from Garland Brook Cemetery, Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna Kuhlman
Note from photographer: “Grave not marked; Doss infant grave is the only marker present.”
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Mary Berry Alford; and siblings James B. Alford, Oliver Perry Alford, Richard F. Alford Jr., and Susan B. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her father, Richard F. Alford Sr., in Tennessee Obituaries.
From Tennessee, Marriage Records (Ancestry): Mattie B. Alford married Sawrie J. Doss on 17 Oct 1900 in Williamson Co., TN.
Martha was the only one of her parents’ five children who married.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Martha B. 1886 IN1, Richard F. 1832 KY2, Nathaniel 1785 KY3, Charles 1752 VA4, James 1715 VA5.
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MARTHA ETHEL “MATTIE” ALLFORD BOLANDER
Mattie in 1927
Photo from Richard Rinehart’s Indiana Rinehart Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Wednesday, 24 May 1978
FORTVILLE—Mattie Bolander, Fortville, died Tuesday at the Conover Nursing Home, Morristown. She was 88.
A lifelong resident of Hancock County, Mrs. Bolander is survived by two sons, Stuart and Floyd Bolander, both of Fortville; a daughter, Mrs. Marthellen Hogue, Mulberry; two sisters, Rena Taylor, Grand Rapids, Mich.; Isabelle Beaver, Indianapolis; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Fisher Funeral Home, Fortville…. Burial will follow in Gravel Lawn Cemetery….
Photos from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mattie Bolander (SS# issued in IN) was born 24 Aug 1889 and died _____ May 1978, last residence Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Walter Scott Allford and Ada Layer “Addie” Wynn Allford; and siblings John Lambert Allford, Raymond Carl Allford, and Sarah Isabelle Allford Beaver in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Rena Letitia Allford Taylor in Michigan Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Mattie Allford, daughter of Walter S. Allford and Addie Wynn, married Guy Bolander on 9 March 1908 in Hancock Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Mattie Ethel 1889 IN1, Walter Scott 1865 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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MARTHA JANE WOODS ALFORD
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Tuesday, 21 November 1922
WARSAW [Kosciusko Co.], Ind., Nov. 21—Death came Sunday night [November 19] to Mrs. Oliver Alford, of South Buffalo street. She had been ill for several months and her death was due to a complication of diseases.
Mrs. Alford was 55 years of age and is survived by her husband, one son and one daughter.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Daggz (FAG #47922468)
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Oliver P. “Johnson” Alford; and children Goldie Marie Alford Johnson Warner, James Oliver Alford, and Luella Bell Alford Tulley in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Martha Alford was born 23 Oct 1865 in IN and died 19 Nov 1922 in Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN.
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MARTHA JANE ALFORD SMITH
JOURNAL AND COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—Sunday, 3 November 1985
Photo from Wyandotte Cemetery, Tippecanoe Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, P. Tyrie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Nov 1985) dates of Martha Smith (SS# issued in IN), last residence Dayton, Tippecanoe Co., IN.
We included the obituaries of her siblings George Alford and Sally Alford Neely Lane; and paternal grandfather, John W. Alford, in Kentucky Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Martha Smith, age 82 widow, died 2 Nov 1985 in Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN. She was born 22 July 1903 in KY, daughter of Dan and Hettie Alford.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John Alford & Lucy Bradley.
Her lineage: Martha Jane 1903 KY1, Daniel L. 1877 KY2, John W. 1853 KY3, Daniel Lunsford 1830 NC4, John 1806 NC5, Achilles 1772 VA/NC6, John before 1750 VA7.
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MARTHA JO BELL ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Thursday, 25 February 1999
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Martha J. Alford (SS# issued in TN) was born 5 Aug 1905 and died 24 Feb 1999, last residence Niles, Berrien Co., MI.
See the obituary of her husband, Charles McCree Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons Billy Cleo Alford and William Fred Alford Sr. in Michigan Obituaries.
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MARVINE MAE ALFORD ROGERS
From her Find A Grave memorial
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Thursday, 10 March 2005
Marvine Mae Rogers, of Huntington, died Monday, March 7, 2005. For complete obituary information, call (260)244-5122 or visit www.demoneygrimes.com.
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Source unknown, but probably:
DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home
Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN—_____ March 2005
She was born in the Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN to James Gordon and Marvine W. Alford.
She lived most of her adult life in the Roanoke and Huntington areas, except for a time between 2002 and 2004 when she lived in Plymouth, IN. She graduated from Ladywood-St. Agnes Academy, Indianapolis, with the Class of 1972 and attended Vincennes University for 1 year. She was married to Cameron Grant Rogers in China Lake, CA on October 12, 1974. She attended the Pleasant Chapel United Methodist Church, Roanoke, IN as well as other Huntington area Methodist churches.
She is survived by a son, Adam Robert Rogers, Huntington, IN; a daughter, Shirley B. Rogers, Lafayette, IN; a brother, J. Robert Lyons, Alexandria, VA and various in-laws in Indiana and cousins in California.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her former husband, Cameron Grant Rogers and an infant daughter, Virginia Rogers.
Marvina was always called Mae after her marriage. Her birth family called her Marvina.
Photo from—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Indiana Bill, who posted it to Find A Grave Memorial# 12241538
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marvine M. Rogers (SS# issued in IN) was born 25 June 1953, last residence Huntington, Huntington Co., IN.
Marvine’s obituary is not online at the funeral home website, but the obituary at her Find A Grave memorial was posted in 2005, so it and the photo were probably online at that time.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Marvine Mae 1953 IN1, James Gordon 1909 ??2, James Stanley 1883 IN3, James Madison 1841 IN4, George Washington 1817 IN5, James 1791 VA6, John 1768 VA7, Thomas 1736 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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MARY A. BARNES ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 25 June 1907
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MUNCIE MORNING STAR
Muncie, Delaware Co., IN—Tuesday, 25 June 1907
Photo from Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Stoneseeker
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her son Charles G. Alford in this compilation.
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MARY AGNES ALFORD LEPRIE GRODRIAN
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Monday, 27 January 1997
Mary ‘‘Pete’’ (Leprie) Grodrian, 89, of Fort Wayne died Saturday [January 25] at home.
The Fort Wayne native was a member of Faith United Methodist Church and widow of Homer O.
Surviving are a daughter, Evelyn J. King of Fort Wayne; sisters, Alda A. Kolkman of Fort Wayne and Bercile A. Grodrian of Monroeville; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday in D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave…. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park….
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, MJ
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary A. Godrian (SS# issued in IN) was born 27 Feb 1907, last residence Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her siblings Alda Aileen Alford Kolkman, Bercile Alberta Alford Grodrian, Blanche Amelia Alford, and Lester Alva Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Mary A. Alford, age 21 born 27 Feb 1907 in Fort Wayne, IN, daughter of James Alford and Cora Hettinger, married Adolph J. Leprie, age 21 born 10 May 1907 in PA, son of Adolph Leprie and Louise Iagnocca, on 20 Aug 1928 in Fort Wayne.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Mary Agnes 1907 IN1, James Albert 1881 IA2, James 1822 PA3, Hiram 1800 VT4, Oliver 1767 VT5, Benedict 1716 CT6, Benedict 1688 CT7, Jeremiah 1655 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1598 England10.
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MARY ALFORD SUMMERS
VINCENNES SUN-COMMERCIAL
Vincennes, Knox Co., IN—Friday, 20 November 1998
Photo from Oak Grove Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, James Cowin
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mary Summers (SS# issued in IN), last residence Washington, Daviess Co., IN.
See the obituary of her brother Richard Gale Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Elsie Marie Alford Weir in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Mary 1906 IN1, George 1874 IN2, George Hoge 1842 VA3, Charles 1801 VA4, John 1768 VA5, Thomas 1736 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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MARY ALICE BARBER ALVORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 20 March 1950
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, George Washington Alvord, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children children Georgia Viola Alvord Greenlee, Icie Marcella Alvord Claunch Stegemiller, Mildred Lorene Alvord Parrish, and Robert Raymond Hastings Alvord; in this compilation.
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MARY ANN ALFORD
NEW ALBANY LEDGER-STANDARD
New Albany, Floyd Co., IN—Tuesday, 12 April 1881
At 4 o’clock this morning Mrs. Mary Ann Alford, wife of Mr. Jacob Alford, died at the family residence on East Main, between Pearl and Bank Streets. Mrs. Alford had been ill for three weeks of pneumonia, but her death came suddenly and unexpected to her family. She was prepared for the change, however, and passed away peacefully.
Mrs. Alford came to this city with her husband, from Philadelphia, in 1839, and for over forty years resided on West Market street, between Seventh and Eighth. She had been ill during the entire time the family occupied the present residence. She was one among the first members of the Second Presbyterian church. For several years, on account of its nearness to her residence, she held a membership by transfer at Wesley Chapel, but several years ago returned to the second church. She was a most excellent Christian woman, and illustrated her profession in her daily life. She leaves a husband and one daughter—the wife of Dr. Needham—whose loss is irreparable....
Photo from Fairview Cemetery, New Albany, Floyd Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Liz
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her daughter Mary Ellen Alford in this compilation.
Her Find A Grave memorial lists her maiden name as Genung. AAFA records list it as Ginnings.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John (1795 England) & Nancy Jones Alford.
Her husband’s lineage: Jacob J. 1818 England1, John 1795 England2.
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MARY BERRY ALFORD
EVENING REPUBLICAN
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Thursday, 12 January 1933
DEATH CLAIMS MRS. ALFORD, 88
Well Known Resident of This City Dies After Several Weeks Illness
Mrs. Mary Alford, 88, widow of Richard F. Alford, died yesterday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mattie Doss, 1537 Pearl street, following an illness of several weeks duration.
Funeral services will be held at the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock…. Burial will be made in Garland Brook cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born and reared at Lexington, Ky., and lived there until, 1901, when she and her daughters came to this city. Her husband passed away several years before she moved here. Mrs. Alford was a member of the Baptist church and attended regularly as long as her health permitted. She was a good woman and was especially devoted to her family.
Surviving besides Mrs. Doss, is another daughter, Miss Sue Alford, at home; one grandson, S.J. Doss, Indianapolis newspaperman, and two brothers, William and John Berry, of Lexington, Ky.
Photo from Garland Brook Cemetery, Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JCH1984
Photo posted in 2021—Alford family members are buried in unmarked graves in this Lot 109, all to the left of Elizabeth Doss, daughter of Martha Alford Doss.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children James B. Alford, Martha B. “Mattie” Alford Doss, Oliver Perry Alford, Richard F. Alford Jr., and Susan B. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her husband, Richard F. Alford Sr., in Tennessee Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her husband’s lineage: Richard F. 1832 KY1, Nathaniel 1785 KY2, Charles 1752 VA3, James 1715 VA4.
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MARY BERTHA ALFORD COLBERT
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 29 August 1966
Photo from Oak Grove Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, cindy sullivan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Colbert (SS# issued in IN) was born 18 July 1881 and died _____ Aug 1966, last residence Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, James Perry Alford and Susan Gilmore Alford; and sisters Ethel Pansy Alford Loyd and Grace Alford Holtzclaw in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her half-sister Martha L. “Mattie” Alford Trotter Neal in Illinois Obituaries; and of her half-sister Susan Frances Alford Wagoner Wright in Tennessee Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Mary Bertha Colbert, widow, was born 18 July 1881 in Knox Co., IN, daughter of James and Susan Alford. She died 28 Aug 1966 in Beech Grove, Marion Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Mary Bertha 1881 IN1, James Perry 1842 IN2, William 1794 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MARY CAROLINE ALFORD TUTEWILER
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 14 February 1906
MRS. C.W. TUTEWILER DEAD
WELL KNOWN RESIDENT EXPIRES AT ST. VINCENT’S HOSPITAL
Mrs. Charles W. Tutewiler, 1609 Park avenue, wife of Mr. Tutewiler of the Board of Public Safety, died at St. Vincent’s Hospital at 5 o’clock this morning, following an operation for gallstones, made three weeks ago. All the members of the family were at her bedside awaiting her death. Her illness assumed a serious form two months ago and soon afterward an operation was determined upon.
Her maiden name was Caroline Alford. She was the daughter of the late Thomas G. Alford, and as well as her husband, was born in this city, and were schoolmates. Her father and her husband’s father, the late Henry Tutewiler, Sr., had been lifelong friends also, and were class leaders in old Roberts Chapel, afterwards Huberts Park M.E. church, of which she was a member from her childhood. She was of a most lovable disposition and had a wide circle of friends.
She leaves besides her husband, four children, all of this city—Mrs. Arthur G. Brown, Mrs. Fred K. Evans, Charles A. Tutewiler and Harvey W. Tutewiler, and two sisters, Mrs. F.P. Weedon, of New York city, and Mrs. B. Sullivan, of this city.
Arrangements for the funeral have not yet been made.
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INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 15 February 1906
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rick France
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Thomas G. Alford and Isabella VanBlaricum Alford; and siblings Emma M. Alford Sullivan, Henry Albert Alford, and May Bell Alford Weadon in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Mary Caroline 1854 IN1, Thomas G. 1824 NC2, John 1786 NC3.
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MARY CATHERINE JOHNSON ALFORD
THE TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Wednesday, 6 September 1989
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Sept 1989) dates of Mary C. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, Roy Malcolm Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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MARY CHRISTINE “CHRIS” FAULKNER ALFORD
Photo from Ridgeland Funeral Home
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—Thursday, 25 August 2022
Alford, Mary Christine ‘Chris’
Mary C. Alford, 95, born February 10, 1927 made her transition, August 13, 2022, at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Palos Heights, Illinois.
Chris was a kind, loving woman that helped many people throughout her life. She was a friend to all. She received Christ at an early age.
She is preceded in death by parents, husband, James E. Alford Jr., 3 children, 4 siblings and 1 grandson.
Chris is survived by children, James E. Alford III (Lillie), Michael C. Alford, Mark (Tuwana) Alford, Thomas L. (LaNita) Alford and Lisa C. Alford, 2 sister in laws, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Chris is sorely missed.
Funeral, August 25, 2022 at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 2307 Rhode Island St. Gary, Indiana…. Burial, Ridgelawn Mount Mercy Cemetery, Gary, Indiana.
Photo from Ridgelawn Cemetery, Gary, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Charles Hatfield
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her children, Larry Alford and Tesherell Alford Hollies, in this compilation.
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MARY CORDIE SNODGRASS ALFORD
DAILY NEWS
Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY—Tuesday, 10 April 1984
Mrs. Cordie Alford, 86, of Indianapolis died Sunday [April 8] at Wishard Hospital there after a lengthy illness.
She was a housewife and a member of Rays Branch Methodist Church.
Funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at J.C. Kirby and Son Funeral Home with burial in Smith-Waddle Cemetery in Warren County….
Survivors include her husband, James Alford; one daughter, Mrs. Luther Ellis of Bowling Green; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Barbara Taylor of Indianapolis and Ms. Patty Alford of Elizabethtown; five sons, Amos Alford and Bobby Sears, both of Indianapolis, Henry Alford and Wendell Sears, both of Nashville, Ind., and Joe Sears of Edinburg, Ind.; one stepson, Cecil Sears of Indiana; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, and several step-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Cordie Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 19 Jan 1898, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, James Henderson Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and sons Amos Alford, David Henderson “Brownie” Alford, and James Wallace Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Maud Ernestine Alford Ellis in Kentucky Obituaries.
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MARY ELIZABETH ALVORD RADER
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 4 February 1987
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Greencastle, Putnam Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rhonda Rubeck Tincher
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Rader (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 July 1901 and died _____Feb 1987, last residence Greencastle, Putnam Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Lawrence R. Alvord and Susan Elizabeth Snyder Alvord; and siblings Catherine Eliza Alvord Bowman Stone and George Washington Alvord in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Mary Elizabeth Alvord, age 17, born 3 July 1901 in Montgomery Co., IN, daughter of Lawrence Alvord and Elizabeth Slatter, married Ernest Vurlin Rader, age 22, born 1 Oct 1896 in Rush Co., IN, son of John Henry Rader and Elizabeth Underwood, on 7 Sept 1918 in Putnam Co., IN.
Her ALVORD lineage: Mary Elizabeth 1901 IN1, Lawrence R. 1857 PA2, David 1828 PA3, George 1795 PA4 [his name listed as ALLVORD].
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MARY ELIZABETH LOCK ALFORD PORTER
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 13 January 1945
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, NLColes
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her first husband, Charles Harvey Alford Sr., in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Charles Harvey Alford Jr. in Georgia Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Mary E. Alford Porter was born 25 Apr 1886 in IN and died 11 Jan 1945 in Indianapolis. Her husband, Phillip M. Porter, was the informant. Her father’s name is blank and her mother is Mary Eliz. Sosbe.
From IN Marriages: Mary Elizabeth Alford, born 25 Apr 1886 in Cass Co., IN, daughter of William Lock and Elizabeth Haggard, married Phillip Moses Porter, born 25 Apr 1886 [same day as his wife] on 21 June 1934 in IN.
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MARY ELLA FOSTER ALFORD
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—28 May 2012
Alford, Mary Ella 82, of Angola, Indiana, died May 26, 2012 at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Angola.
Born September 8, 1929 in Melbourne, Arkansas to Andrew and Golden Pearl (Anderson) Foster. She was married to Gerald Alford on April 26, 1947. She worked for the Portage School System for 28 years, retiring in 1988.
She is survived by 2 sons; daughter-in-law, Glenn and Sue Alford of Angola, IN, Ronald and Bobbi Alford of Auburn, IN; 1 daughter; son-in-law, Debra and Kerry Hoyer of Pleasant Lake, IN; 6 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gerald Alford (4/27/97); 5 brothers and 5 sisters.
Funeral services will be held 11 AM Thursday May 31, 2012 at Weicht Funeral Home, Angola…. Burial Mount Zion Cemetery, Steuben County, Indiana….
Memorials may be made to Lake Missionary Church, What If Fund….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Gerald R. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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MARY ELLEN ALFORD
DAILY LEDGER
New Albany, Floyd Co., IN—Thursday, 22 March 1860
A TRIBUTE TO THE MEMORY OF AN AMIABLE YOUNG LADY, BY HER FRIEND AND PASTOR, REV. S.B. SUTTON
Miss Mary E. Alford, daughter of Jacob and Mary A. Alford, died in this city, (New Albany) of scarlet fever, Dec. 10th, 1859, in the sixteenth year of her age.
Mary was amiable in her disposition, and beloved by all who knew her. She was a member of Wesley Chapel congregation and Sabbath School, and when circumstances would permit a regular attendant….
She was absent from home attending school when taken sick, and reached home a few hours before her death.
From the photographer: “Often in the past, bodies were placed in the Sinex vault as a temporary measure; most likely removed for a more permanent burial, but no further information.”
Photo from Fairview Cemetery, New Albany, Floyd Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Liz
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her mother, Mary Ann Alford, in this compilation.
On the 1850 census in New Albany, Floyd Co., IN, Mary Ellen Alford, age 7 b. IN, is listed with her parents, Jacob Alford, ships carpenter age 33 b. England, and Mary Ann Alford 34 PA, and 3 younger siblings.
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MARY ELLEN ALLFORD HARVEY
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 23 January 2002
In another article:
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Wednesday, 23 January 2002
PENDLETON [Madison Co.]—MaryEllen Allford Harvey, 71, Pendleton, died January 21, 2002, at home after a four-year battle with cancer.
She was born on December 3, 1930, near Pendleton and lived in this area all of her life, graduating from Pendleton Heights High School in 1949. She retired in 1993 after 42 years of employment at the former Delco Remy where she was a member of the United Auto Workers Local 662. She was also a member of the Pendleton Christian Church.
Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Marvin “Barney” Harvey, three children, Jeff (Mary) Harvey of Whitestown, and Marcia (Jeff) Farr and Jon (Mary Jo) Harvey all of Pendleton, and five grandchildren.
Her father, Loriel Allford, mother, Reba Allford Rinker, stepfather, Edward Rinker, and a stepsister, Arlene Rinker Fenwick, preceded her in death.
Photos from Grove Lawn Cemetery, Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Maryellen A. Harvey (SS# issued in IN), last residence Pendleton, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Loriel E. Allford and Reba Marie Raymer Allford Rinker; and sister Betty Lou Allford Stoner in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Mary Ellen 1930 IN1, Loriel E. 1905 IN2, Jesse Milton 1885 IN3, Marion Bruce 1858 IN4, Samuel 1837 IN5, John Lambert 1802 VA6, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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MARY ELLEN GRIMES ALFORD
THE TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Thursday, 22 October 1992
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Homer Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Ray Elmer Alford in this compilation.
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MARY ETHEL ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 12 August 1910
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Joseph Isaiah Edmund Alford and Delita Catherine Clift Alford; and siblings Alberta Mae Alford Shutz, Frances Clift Alford Patrick, Hazel Laverne Alford McKee, and Justice Edmond “Judd” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Wayne Vinton Alford in Arizona Obituaries.
From Find A Grave: Mary is buried in Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN, but she has no gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her lineage: Mary Ethel 1909 IN1, Joseph Isaiah Edmund 1871 IN2, Joseph A. 1844 OH3, Andrew 1816 VA4, Henry 1778 VA5, John 1735 Ireland6.
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MARY FRANCES PEEK HILBERT ALFORD
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial
Source unknown, posted to her Find A Grave memorial, but possibly:
MARTIN COUNTY TRIBUNE
Loogootee, Martin Co., IN—Saturday, 8 October 1938
MARY F. ALFORD TAKEN BY DEATH AT LOOGOOTEE
AGED RESIDENT DIED OF COMPLICATIONS FOLLOWING HIP FRACTURE
LOOGOOTEE [Martin Co.], Ind., Oct. 8—Mrs. Mary Frances Alford, 84, died at her home at 509 South Second Street here at 4:55 o’clock Friday afternoon. She had been ill for the last seven months following a fall in which she fractured a hip.
Born near Hindostan [Orange Co.] March 29, 1854, Mrs. Alford was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Peek. Her mother’s maiden name was Veal. Mrs. Alford was married twice, her first husband, Emanuel Pierce Hilbert, preceding her in death 40 years ago and her second husband, George H. Alford, dying 25 years ago.
Living children are William Hilbert, at home; Charles Hilbert, Loogootee; Otis Alford, Detroit, Mich. Five children to the first marriage are dead and two children by the second marriage also are deceased. She leaves two step-children, George and John Alford both of Washington.
Mrs. Alford is survived by a brother, Levi Peek, Nunn, Colo.; a half sister, Nora Ketterhenry, Bloomington, Ill., two half-brothers James Peek, Bloomington, Ill., Robert Peek, Mitchell, Ind.; two step-brothers, George Martin, Shoals, and John Martin, of Indianapolis; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Mrs. Alford came to Loogootee 19 years ago. She was a member of the Christian church.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Emil Norris & Sons will have charge.
Photo from Truelove Cemetery, Loogootee, Martin Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Julia Young
AAFA NOTES: *See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: George Hoge 1842 VA1, Charles 1801 VA2, John 1768 VA3, Thomas 1736 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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MARY GLENN ALLFORD GINDER
Photo from Beth Allford-Daffron (posted to the Allford, Burk, Basey, etc. family tree at Ancestry)—used with permission
COMMUNITY SHOPPER
Fortville, Hancock Co., IN—_____ September 2003
Mary G. Ginder, 87, of Fortville died Sept. 13, 2003, at St. John’s Health System in Anderson.
Born Jan. 7, 1916, in Wilkinson, she was the daughter of Raymond and Leora (Fuqua) Alford.
She retired from Delco-Remy in Anderson in 1980. She was a member of Fortville Christian Church and was a graduate of Wilkinson High School.
Survivors include her niece Sherry Collins of Fortville; nephew Wayne Allford of Greenfield; five great nieces and nephews; and 13 great-great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Chloe Ginder, in 1971 and brother Carl Allford in 1991.
Services were held at Ronald L. Seals Funeral Home in Fortville…. Burial followed at Gravel Lawn Cemetery in Fortville….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mary A. Ginder (SS# issued in IN), last residence Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her father, John Raymond Allford; and brother Carl Shelton Allford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Mary Glenn 1916 IN1, John Raymond 1892 IN2, John L. 1862 IN3, Samuel 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MARY J. RAMSEY ALFORD
WARSAW DAILY TIMES
Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN—24 September 1898
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Joseph Elmer Alford, in this compilation.
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MARY JANE MILLER ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Saturday, 12 June 1920
Mrs. Mary Jane Alford of Goshen, aged 80, died at 6 o’clock this morning at the home of her son, Frank Alford of Goshen. Death was caused by the fracture of her hip, received in a fall several weeks ago. In addition to the son mentioned, Mrs. Alford is survived by two grandsons and two brothers.
In another article:
DAILY DEMOCRAT
Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—Saturday, 12 June 1920
MARY JANE ALFORD, 80, PIONEER RESIDENT, DIES AT SON’S HOME
Mary Jane Miller-Alford, 80, widow of James M. Alford and pioneer resident of Elkhart county, she having been born southwest of Waterford, died at 6 o’clock this morning at the home of her son, Frank E. Alford, 314 E. Purl street, after illness of six weeks, which resulted from a fall in which she suffered a broken hip, complications developing.
Mrs. Alford was the oldest member of her family. A daughter of Samuel B. and Rosanna Miller, she was reared at the Miller farm and when 17 years of age—63 years ago—married Mr. Alford. He died in Goshen four years ago last September.
Surviving the deceased are one son, Frank E. Alford; and two grandsons, Donald Alford of Goshen and Karl K. McGarvey of Kokomo; and two brothers, Albert J. Miller of west of Goshen and James E. Miller of Cincinnati.
Funeral services will be held at the Alford home Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Rev. Thomas C. House, pastor of the First Christian church, officiating. For more than 50 years Mrs. Alford was a member of the Christian church. Burial will be made in Oak Ridge cemetery.
Photo from Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, James Melling Alford; and children Ada Lillian Alford, Frank Ellsworth Alford, and Minnie O. Alford McGarvey in this compilation.
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MARY JEANETTE “NETTIE” ALFORD OSBORN
EVANSVILLE COURIER
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Saturday, 7 December 1946
Mrs. Mary Jeanette Osborn, 68, of 10 North Tenth avenue, died yesterday at Deaconess hospital following a long illness.
She is survived by the husband, Lew, and nieces and nephews.
The body is at the Alexander funeral home. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
In another article:
SUNDAY COURIER AND PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Sunday, 8 December 1946
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Jeanette Osborn, 68, of 10 North Tenth avenue, who died Friday, will be held at 3 o’clock Monday afternoon in Alexander funeral home…. Burial will be in Locust Hill cemetery.
In another article:
EVANSVILLE COURIER
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Tuesday, 10 December 1946
DEATHS
Mary Jeannette Osborne, 68, 10 North Tenth avenue, nephritis.
Photo from Locust Hill Cemetery, Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bill Schraeder
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, George Washington Alford and Elizabeth R. Haney Alford; and siblings Adella Luetta Alford Long, James E. Alford, Joseph Elmer Alford, Oliver P. “Johnson” Alford, and Robert Morris Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Edward Perry Alford in Michigan Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Nettie Alford, age 25, married Lew Osborn, age 26, in Kosciusko Co., IN, on 2 July 1896.
From IN Deaths: Mary Jeanette Osborne died 6 Dec 1946 in Evansbille, Vanderburgh Co., IN. She was born 10 June 1878 [incorrect] in IN, daughter of Geo. Alford and unknown mother. Lew Osborn, her husband, was the informant.
The 1868 birth year on Mary’s gravestone is probably more correct than 1878 on her death certificate. She is Janette, age 1, on the 1870 census in Jackson, Elkhart Co., IN, and Nettie, age 10, on the 1880 census.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her lineage: Mary Jeanette 1868 IN1, George Washington 1830 VA2, Robert 1805 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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MARY LUCILLE HUBBARD ALFORD
CINCINNATI POST
Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH—Saturday, 14 October 2000
Mary Lucille Alford, 76, of Madison, Ind., died Thursday [October 12]. She was a retired nurse’s aide.
Services: 2 p.m. EST Sunday at Markland Funeral Home, 327 North High St., Rising Sun, Ind…. Memorials: Jennings County Hospice, Olive Branch Baptist Church, or Bear Branch Fire Department.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary L. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 5 Aug 1924, last residence Dillsboro, Dearborn Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Marshall McKinley Alford Jr. in this compilation.
From SSACI: Mary Lucille Hubbard was born 5 Aug 1924 in Burlington, Boone Co., KY, daughter of Romie B. Hubbard and Clara B. Druett. She died 12 Oct 2000.
Mary was the second wife of Marshall McKinley Alford Sr.
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MARY MARGARETTE ALFORD ADAMS
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—27 August 2018
Mary A. Adams, 95, Anderson, died Aug. 23, 2018, at Providence of Anderson.
She was born May 5, 1923, in Anderson, the daughter of John H. and Alta Marie (Henry) Alford. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1941. She lived in Anderson most of her life wintering in Lady Lake, Florida, as a snowbird for 20 years. She worked production at Delco Remy Division of General Motors 31.5 years before retiring in 1976, and then was a greeter at Meijer for 6.5 years. Mary attended Lake Street Church in Chesterfield. She was a member of A.B.W.A. for 50 years and a member of Elks Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by her two sons, Leslie “Phil” (Peggy) Adams and Jack L. Adams; her sister, Nancy (Butch) Dadlow; three grandchildren, Pat Hiday, Jessica (Hiday) (husband, Chad) Frerker and Brandy Michelle (Jeremy) Whittenborn; five great- grandchildren, Jessica, Madison, Derek, Nate and Will; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leslie C. Adams died July 21, 2002; her daughter, Linda D. Hiday; three brothers, Robert Alford, Jack Alford and Jerry Alford; and her sister, Rosalie Lindsey.
Services will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018, at 2 p.m. at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service…. Burial will follow in East Maplewood Cemetery….
Photo from Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
Photo posted in 2015
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, John Harvey Alford and Alta Marie Henry Alford; and siblings Jack Clayton Alford, and Robert William Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Rosalie Alford Lindsey in Texas Obituaries.
From IN Births: Mary Margarette Alford was born 5 May 1923 in Fall Creek Township, Madison Co., IN, daughter of John Harvey Alford and Alta Marie Henry, residents of Pendleton, Madison Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Mary Margarette 1923 IN1, John Harvey 1897 IN2, William Perry 1865 IN3, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MARY MASSA FUQUA ALLFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 16 July 1891
In another article:
GREENFIELD REPUBLICAN
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 16 July 1891
In “Rambler’s Rounds” column:
Photos from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Samuel Allford; and sons Marion Bruce Allford and Shelton Allen Allford in this compilation.
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MARY ODELL ALFORD SIMS
DAILY JOURNAL
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Friday, 8 May 1998
Photo from Greenwood Cemetery, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Casseopias
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ May 1998) dates of Mary O. Sims (SS# issued in IN), last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of her brother William Jones Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her parents, James Howard Alford and Nannie B. Estes Alford; and siblings Aubrey Wesley Alford, J.C. Alford, Matilda Ann Alford Peck, and Mildred Jewell Alford Gooch in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Mary Odell 1921 KY1, James Howard 1888 KY2, Andrew Jackson 1854 KY3, George M. 1823 KY4, John 1782 VA5, Jacob 1757 VA6, James 1715 VA7.
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MARY RUTH LAFORCE ALFORD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—_____ August 2018
Mary Ruth Alford, 85, of Washington, Indiana passed away August 27, 2018 in Washington.
Born October 16, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Samuel D. and Flossie (Moore) LaForce She attended school in Brazil, Indiana. She worked for Amour Foods for over 25 years.
She is survived by her Special Companion, Clarence “Slim” Selby Jr.; Two Sons, Kenneth R. LaForce and George E. Alford; A Daughter Rene Alford - Howard; A Special Grandson, Cody Howard; 5 Grandchildren, and 15 Great-Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a Son, Victor Alford, 2 Sisters and 4 Brothers.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM Friday, August 31, 2018 in Gill Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery….
Photo from Oak Grove Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, James Cowin
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her son George Edward Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Victor Alford Jr. in California Obituaries.
Her husband, Victor Alford Sr., was involved in and charged with numerous crimes beginning in 1930. In 1943 he was sentenced to 10 years in prison:
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 3 February 1943
On Victor Alford’s 1944 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 35, born 10 Aug 1909 in Loogootee, Martin Co., IN. The address he provides is in Washington, Daviess Co., IN, but his “Place of Employment” is Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, LaPorte Co., IN. His father, George Alford, of the same address in Washington, is his contact.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Victor 1909 IN1, George 1874 IN2, George Hoge 1842 VA3, Charles 1801 VA4, John 1768 VA5, Thomas 1736 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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MARY VIRGINIA CHILDERS LANE SHAKE ALFORD
KOKOMO TRIBUNE
Kokomo, Howard Co., IN—Thursday, 23 July 1992
Photo from Crown Point Cemetery, Kokomo, Howard Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John C. Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mary V. Alford (SS# issued in OH), last residence Kokomo, Howard Co., IN.
From SSACI: Mary Virginia Childers was born 21 March 1930 [sic] in Cloverlick, WV, daughter of Dallas D. Childers and Henrietta L. Slavins. She is listed as:
1957 Mary Virginia Childers
1974 Mary Virginia Lane
1977 Mary V. Shake
1978 Mary V. Alford
From IN Marriages: Mary Virginia Laal [sic], age 48 born in WV, married Charles Alford, age 52 born in KY, on 1 June 1974 in Kokomo, Howard Co., IN.
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MARY ZELMA ALFORD IPOCK GUNTER
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 7 August 1994
Mary Z. Alford Gunter, 67, Indianapolis, died Friday. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday in G.H. Herrmann Madison Funeral Home, with calling from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today.
Survivors: husband, Harold C. Gunter; sons, Kelly, Charles and Jimmy Ipock; stepdaughters, Rosa Puttoff, Hilda Perkins, Linda LeMaster, Geraldine Blair, Phyllis Lira, Carolyn Sequintes and Connie Smith; stepsons, Jim, Bobby, Joe and Rickey Gunter: sisters; Georgia Stone, Louise Foe, Sue Beckner and Taletha Evans; brothers, Howard, William Earl and Charles Alford; seven grandchildren; several stepgrandchildren; a great-stepgrandson.
Photo from Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Marilyn
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Z. Gunter (SS# issued in KY) was born 8 Feb 1927 and died 5 Aug 1994, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
We included the obituaries of her parents, Kellie Alford and Mary Edith Son Alford Traylor; siblings Charles Herbert Alfred and Margaret Louise Alford Niswonger; and stepmother, Maudie Lee Farris Alford, in Kentucky Obituaries.
Some members of this family changed their last name from Alford to Alfred.
From IN Deaths; Mary Gunter was born 28 Feb 1927 [sic] in Hopkinsville, KY, daughter of Kelly Alford and Mary E. Sons. She died 5 Aug 1994 in Indianapolis. Her husband was Harold C. Gunter.
From SSACI: Mary Zelma Alford Ipock Gunter was born 8 Feb 1927 in Nebow [sic: Nebo], Hopkins Co., KY, daughter of Kelly Alford and Mary E. Son.
From Kentucky Birth Index, 1911–1999 (Ancestry): Mary Zelma Alford was born 8 Feb 1927 in Hopkins Co., KY, mother’s maiden name Mary E. Suns. The birth was registered 2 Sept 1988.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mary Zelma 1927 KY1, Kellie 1903 KY2, Pleasant F. 1874 KY3, James Pleasant 1825 KY4, William 1804 VA5, William 1775 VA6.
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MATILDA A. ALFORD WILDERMUTH
LOGANSPORT PRESS
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—1 July 1927
Funeral services for Mrs. Matilda Wildermuth, 44, wife of Thomas Wildermuth, who died at 5:30 a.m. Thursday at her home, 100 Burlington Ave., will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Pilgrim Holiness Church….
Interment will be in Mt. Hope cemetery.
She is survived by a husband, mother, Mrs. Ellen Alford, and a sister, Mrs. William Bicker, Huntingdon.
Photo from Mount Hope Cemetery, Logansport, Cass Co., IN - Cass County, Indiana, GenWeb Project
Permission granted by the photographer, Debby Beheler
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Corrington Loyal Alford and Ellen Ann Harrison Alford; and sisters Cora Etta Alford Thomas Sands Bicker and Lelonia J. Alford Weaver in this compilation.
See Corrington L. and Loyal A. Alford, biographies of Matilda’s father and grandfather, in AAFA’s Biographies and Autobiographies of “Alfords”.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Section Nine.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Matilda 1882 IN1, Corrington Loyal 1836 OH2, Loyal Adolphus 1814 VT3, Oliver 1767 CT4, Benedict 1716 CT5, Benedict 1688 CT6, Jeremiah 1655 CT7, Benedict 1619 England8, Thomas 1598 England9.
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MATILDA JONES ALFORD
Great-Great-Grandmother of Wanda Wilkerson Rogers, AAFA #0285
DAILY LEDGER
New Albany, Floyd Co., IN—Tuesday, 15 July 1856
A Mrs. Alford, of Hancock county, while milking on Tuesday last [July 8], was knocked over by a second cow and before she could get out of the way was trampled to death.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: Her very worn gravestone says she was age 40 years, 3 months, 5 days, wife of L.E. Alford. Her death date looks like “July 9, 1856.”
Matilda Jones married Logan E. Alford in Hancock Co., IN, on 26 Jan 1837.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her husband’s lineage: Logan E. 1807 VA1, Henry 1778 VA2, John 1735 Ireland3.
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MATTHEW LEE ALFORD
PILOT NEWS
Plymouth, Marshall Co., IN—Saturday, 30 January 2016
TIPPECANOE—Matthew “Matt” Lee Alford, 44, of Tippecanoe, died Jan. 27, 2016 at 4:58 p.m. at his residence.
He was born Nov. 27, 1971 in Elkhart to David Lynn Alford and Marcella Sue (Sanders) Alford. He has lived in Tippecanoe for the last 20 years, coming from Rochester. On July 1, 1995 in Warsaw at Sacred Heart Catholic Church he married Jennifer (Carr) Alford. He worked at Chore-Time Brock in Milford; and was owner-operator of Finish First Wall Board of Tippecanoe. He attended Warsaw Community Church, Warsaw, and was a past member of Mystic Hills Golf Club. Matt was a graduate of Tippecanoe Valley High School with the class of 1991 and attended Vincennes University.
He is survived by his wife – Jennifer Alford, Tippecanoe; daughter – Sydney Kay Alford and son – Parker Matthew Alford both at home; mother – Marcella Phillips of Tippecanoe; sisters – Susan Branham and husband Michael of Winnsbord, Texas; and Julie Larson and husband Jeff of Pierceton; brother – Michael Alford and girlfriend Callie Mejia of Elkhart; father-in-law and mother-in-law – Robert and Linda Carr of Mentone; brother-in-law – Rob Carr of Mentone; and sister-in-law Carol Hunt and husband Doug of Hartford City.
He was preceded in death by his father – David L. Alford, and stepfather – Maurice D. Phillips.
Friends may visit with the family on Monday, Feb. 1, 2016 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos. Private family services will be held at a later date….
Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Fund for Sydney and Parker Alford….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his father, David Lynn Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Matthew Lee 1971 IN1, David Lynn 1940 IN2, Robert N. 1913 IN3, Newton Orvil 1883 IN4, John Newton 1856 OH5, Royal Freeman 1830 PA6, Hiram 1800 VT7, Oliver 1767 CT8, Benedict 1716 CT9, Benedict 1688 CT10, Jeremiah 1655 CT11, Benedict 1619 England12, Thomas 1598 England13.
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MAUDE ALFORD CRAIG
THE TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Tuesday, 24 April 1979
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death [_____ Apr 1979] dates of Maude Craig (SS# issued in IN), last residence Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Alvarado Alford and Susan Malissa Summers Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Maude 1891 IN1, Alvarado 1866 IN2, Thomas Jefferson 1829 IN23, James 1791 VA4, John 1768 VA5, Thomas 1736 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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MAY BELL ALFORD WEADON
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 24 September 1911
Mrs. May Alford Weadon, wife of Percy Weadon and daughter of the late Thomas Alford of Indianapolis, died in New York Sept. 13, and her body was taken home for burial.
Mrs. Weadon’s many friends know of her sweetness, her vivacity, her beauty and her many fine qualities….
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 18 September 1911
The body of Mrs. F.P. Weadon will arrive in Indianapolis Tuesday morning. Burial will be at Crown Hill cemetery at 3 p.m. Funeral private.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Sitler
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Thomas G. Alford and Isabella VanBlaricum Alford; and siblings Emma M. Alford Sullivan, Henry Albert Alford, and Mary Caroline Alford Tutewiler in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: May Belle 1869 IN1, Thomas G. 1824 NC2, John 1786 NC3.
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MAY E. BURESS ALFORD
WASHINGTON HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Monday, 13 June 1938
Photo from Goodwill Cemetery, Loogootee, Martin Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Carolyn Ann Howard
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her sons Dale Buriss Alford and Floyd Malcolm “Sam” Alford in this compilation.
On John Westley Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 42, born 8 May 1876. He is a farmer living in Loogootee, Martin Co., IN. His contact is May E. Alford of the same address.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: John Westley 1876 IN1, George Hoge 1842 VA2, Charles 1801 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MELBA LAVERN ALFORD LOVINS
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 23 September 1971
Photo from New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Alan L. Fisher
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Melba Lovins (SS# issued in IN) was born 19 Sept 1937 and died _____ Sept 1971, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her parents, Abe Alford and Mildred Nannie Whitham Alford; and brother Eslie Morris Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Melba Lavern Alford was born 19 Sept 1937 in Pleasant, Switzerland Co., IN, daughter of Abe Alford and Mildred Whitham.
Her lineage: Melba Lavern 1937 IN1, Abe 1902 KY2, Thomas 1874 KY3.
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MELISSA JANE QUACKENBUSH GUNN ALFORD
Vincennes, Knox Co., IN—_____ August 2022
Melissa Jane Alford, 46, passed away on August 22, 2022.
Melissa was born on November 20, 1975, and she is the daughter of Ronald Gene and Terry Leigh (Sturgeon) Quackenbush. Melissa worked at the Bakery House as a cook. She also loved animals and loved taking care of taking care of them.
Survivors include her son, Justin Aaron Gunn of Newburgh, IN; daughter, Olivia Brooke Alford of Evansville, IN; sisters, Christina Jacecvko of Dubois, IN, and Karen Lee of Washington.
Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home is honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Melissa.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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MELVIN RALPH “JOHNNY” ALFORD
Melvin and Nina
From Melvin’s Find A Grave memorial, posted by Denica Hill [his granddaughter]– used with permission
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Friday, 21 March 1980
Photo from East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Denica Hill
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ March 1980) dates of Melvin Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Ruth U. Diehl Alford; second wife, Nina Jean Morris Barksdale Alford; parents, Wayne William Alford and Thelma Doris Noah Alford; and brother Robert Thomas Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughters Rita Jo Alford and Tonitta Kay Alford Snyder King Bartlett Singletary in North Carolina Obituaries; and of his son Richard W. Alford in Illinois Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Melvin Ralph Alford was born 16 Aug 1923, son of Wayne William and Thelma Alford. He died 21 March 1980 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
From IN Births: Melvin Ralph Alford was born 16 Aug 1923 in Richland, Rush Co., IN, son of Wayne William Alford and Doris Thelma Noah.
His lineage: Melvin Ralph 1923 IN1, Wayne William 1899 IN2, Riley Thomas 1878 IN3, William 1841 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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MELVIN Z. ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Monday, 9 September 1918
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2003
Melvin Z. Alford, aged 77 years, of 817 North Eight Street, died at 8 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph hospital following an operation. He was born in Ohio, Aug. 19, 1841 and has lived in River Park six months, coming here from Goshen, Ind.
He was married to Miss Naomi Smith, of this city, 1_ [number obliterated—even the “1” may be a misreading] years ago. He was a civil war veteran, belonging to the 49th company first Ohio regiment, was a member of the Masonic lodge. His wife is the only surviving member of the family.
Funeral arrangements have not been made.
In another article the following day:
Funeral services for Melvin Alford... will be held from the residence.... Rev. C.A. Lippincott, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, officiating. Burial in Riverview cemetery.
Photo from Riverview Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sue Hatfield
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his third wife, Naomi Barnham Smith Alford; father Hiram Alford; and brother Royal Freeman Alford in this compilation.
Melvin was the son of Hiram Alford and Susannah Adams.
From Indiana, Marriages, 1811–1959 (FamilySearch.org): Melvin Alford married Lorena Beaty on 23 Apr 1865, no county listed.
In 1880 they are in Benton, Elkhart Co., IN, with a son Leland, age 3 born IN.
In about 1887, Melvin and Lorena divorced [see newspaper articles below]. Based on the 1900 census, Melvin married (2) Mary _____ in about 1891.
In 1900 Melvin, age 68 [sic: should be 58] b. Aug 1841 OH, is in Baugo, Elkhart Co., IN, with his wife Mary, age 31 b. Nov 1868 in OH, 1 child, 1 living; and son Alvin age 8 b. Feb 1892 in IN. Melvin and Mary were married 11 years.
From Elkhart Weekly Review, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN, 17 September 1904: “Mary Alford, through Harman & Zigler, has asked for divorce from Melvin for abandonment.”
Melvin and Lorena/Loraine remarried on 31 Oct 1904 in LaGrange Co. as Melvin Alford and Loraine B. Alford. This marriage record says Melvin, a resident of Elkhart, IN, was born in OH, the son of Hiram Alford and Susanna Adams. Loraine, born in Clay Township, LaGrange Co., was the daughter of Samuel Beaty and Eliza Ann Mosier. This was a second marriage for both.
From Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN, 26 September 1905:
Alleging that his wife humiliated him by displaying a “plain sewing” sign in a window, Melvin Alford, an Elkhart contractor, asks the court to grant him a divorce from Loraine Alford, to whom he was married on October 31, 1904, and from whom he separated on September 19, last. The general charge is cruel and inhuman treatment, and some of the specific allegations are that she refuses to speak to him, to cook for him, to eat at the same table with him, to accompany him in visits to relatives or to mend his clothes; and that the defendant has a violent temper. There are no children. [Their son Leland from their first marriage is still living.] This is his second wife, the first having secured a divorce.
From Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN, 3 April 1906:
Loraine B. Alford asks for a divorce from Melvin Alford. They were married October 31, 1904, and separated May 21, 1905. He owns a 20 acre tract of land in Baugo township, a $1200 lot in Elkhart and $1,000 in money. She asks $1,000 alimony. Perry L. Turner is her attorney.
From Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN, 26 June 1906:
Rena Alford of Elkhart was today granted a divorce from Melvin Alford, on cross-complaint alleging physical inability to perform duties which his complaint alleged had been unfulfilled. She was given $1,000 alimony, and the defendant did not seem indisposed to comply with this requirement. The Alfords were married once before and were divorced after living together eighteen years. Then after re-marriage troubles recurred, followed by a second divorce. A year or so ago Alford brought suit, alleging then that his wife humiliated him by displaying a sign that “sewing was wanted.”
From IN Marriages: Melvin Alford married Naomi B. Smith on _____ Nov 1906 in St. Joseph Co., IN.
In 1910 Melvin Alford, age 69 b. OH is in Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN, with his wife Naomi, age 53 b. MI. They were married 3 years and Naomi had 0 children. She was apparently his third wife.
Lorena/Loraine was enumerated in LaGrange Co., IN, in 1920 as Loranie Alford, age 73 widow. She was buried in Osborn Cemetery, LaGrange, LaGrange Co., IN as Larina Alfred 1848-1926. They had children: Leland Beaty Alford and Margaret Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Melvin Z. 1841 OH1, Hiram 1800 VT2, Oliver 1767 VT3, Benedict 1716 CT4, Benedict 1688 CT5, Jeremiah 1655 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1598 England8.
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MICHAEL “MICK” ALFORD
Fortville, Hancock Co, IN—_____ November 2020
Michael “Mick” Alford, 82, of Fortville, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020 at his home.
He was born July 11, 1938 in Anderson, IN to the late Robert B. and Faye E. (Lancaster) Alford. Mick was a graduate of Fortville High School. He owned and operated Alford’s Restaurant and Lounge for several years. He owned Alford’s Barber Shop for 26 years. Mick had also served as a member of the Fortville Volunteer Fire Department. Mick enjoyed being with his precious family.
Mick is survived by the love of his life for over 38 years: Margaret Seiler, children: Kathy (Roland ) Ewing, David (Sheila) Alford, Kristi (Danny) Mathews, Tony Seiler, Melissa (Andrew) Matthews, and Sandra Wethington; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings: Jack (Pam ) Alford, Jeff (Marsha) Alford, sisters-in-law Karen Alford and Margie Manship and brother-in-law Jon Wilson as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Alford, daughter Renee Mitchell parents listed above; siblings: Bill Alford, Jill Wilson, niece Brenda Alford and brother-in-law Alan Manship
A graveside service to celebrate Mick’s life will be Thursday December 10, 2020 at 11:00 am at Gravel Lawn Cemetery….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Barbara J. Manship Alford; parents, Robert Bennie Alford and Faye Ellen Lancaster Alford; and siblings Billy Joe Alford and Roberta Jill Alford Wilson in this compilation.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Michael 1938 IN1, Robert Bennie 1915 IN2, Thomas Ward 1888 IN3, John Lambert 1835 IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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MICHKEL JOE “OPIE” HALFORD
Brother of Connette Joycene Halford Blalock, AAFA #0381
Michkel and is twin sister Marsha
Photo posted to his Find A Grave memorial by his sister, Debra Brock – used with permission
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Wednesday, 20 December 2000
Michkel J. “Opie” Halford, 42, of Portage [Portage Co.], IN, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2000. A life long area resident, he was born March 24, 1958 in Gary, IN, to Russell and Rosemary Halford. He was a custodial supervisor with the Portage Township School System. He also worked for Lawn Mist Company. He was a loving husband, father, son and brother.
He is survived by his caring wife, Bonnie; daughter, Amy, at home; two stepsons, Steve Rempis of Rensselaer and Kevin Rempis of Merrillville; his parents, Russell Halford of Lake Station and Rosemary Halford of Portage; six brothers and sisters: Connette (Ferman) Blalock of CA, Donald Halford of Portage, Debra L. (Billie) Brock of Lake Station, Marsha Miller of Knox, David (Pattie) Halford of Plymouth and Sharyl Linsner of IL; four grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 20, 2000 at the Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Avenue, Portage, IN. Burial will be in Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Michkel Halford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Angola, Steuben Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his father, Russell Walden Halford; and brother Donald Lee Halford in this compilation.
His middle name is from his Find A Grave memorial.
From Find A Grave: Michkel Joe “Opie” Halford is buried in Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville, Lake Co., IN.
In 2012, a Find A Grave photographer reported that Calumet Park Cemetery is not allowing any photography of headstones or gravesites, citing privacy issues.
His HALFORD lineage: Michkel Joe 1958 IN1, Russell Walden 1921 SC2, Posey Williamson 1883 NC3, David J. 1855 NC4, Francis A. 1821 NC5, David C. 1792 ?? 6, John 1765 VA7.
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MILDRED C. HOLT ALFORD
DAILY JOURNAL
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Wednesday, 18 September 1996
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mildred C. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 11 June 1921, last residence Beech Grove, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Curtis Homer Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; son Doyle Homer Alford; and stepson Ronald Wayne Alford in this compilation.
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MILDRED ELEANOR ALFORD LINDSAY
MUNCIE STAR
Muncie, Delaware Co., IN—Friday, 23 February 1990
FARMLAND, Ind.—Mildred E. Lindsay, 91, formerly of 308 N. Main St., died Wednesday [February 21] in Chrystal’s Country Home, Parker City.
She had lived in Randolph County 60 years, coming here from Laurel. Mrs. Lindsay farmed in Green Township 20 years. She was a member of Hopewell United Methodist Church, Farmland Senior Citizen’s Club and the Retirees’ Club of Anchor Hocking, Winchester.
Surviving are a daughter, Leona (Mrs. George) Oswald, Solona Beach, Calif.; a son, Kenneth Lindsay, Losantville; 17 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Lindsay, in 1943, and a sister, Zatha Hoople, in 1986.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in Miller Mortuary…. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery, near Farmland….
Photo from Hopewell Cemetery, Farmland, Randolph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Clemons
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mildred A. Lindsay (SS# issued in IN) was born 2 March 1898, last residence Farmland, Randolph Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her mother, Elizabeth Catherine Croddy Alford; and sisters Elma Alford Finn and Zatha M. Alford Hoople in this compilation.
In 1910, Salt Creek Township, Franklin Co., IN, family #18:
Arthur Alford head 59 IN PA PA 2nd marriage, 12 years merchant
Elizabeth wife 36 IN VA IN 1st marriage, 12 years
3 children, 3 living
Mildred dau 12 IN IN IN
Zatha M. dau 9 IN IN IN
Ruth E. dau 6 IN IN IN
From IN Marriages: Mildred Eleanor Alford, age 21, daughter of Arthur Alford and Elizabeth Catherine Croddy, married Carl Blanchard Lindsay, age 24, born 28 Aug 1895, son of Louis Lindsay and Grace Gates, on 19 June 1919 in IN.
Her lineage: Mildred Eleanor 1898 IN1, Arthur 1853 IN2, John 1821 PA3.
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MILDRED FRANCES ALLISON ALFORD
Aunt of Deborah Alford Warren, AAFA #1313
Photo from Myers Funeral Homes
HUNTINGTON HERALD-PRESS
Huntington, Huntington Co., IN—Thursday, 11 August 2022
M. Frances Alford, 92 of Markle, a faithful follower of the Lord passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, at Markle Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Frances was a homemaker. She was a member of Markle Church of Christ. She loved to travel, and wintered in Naples, Florida for 23 years. Frances loved to cook and was a loving grandma, she adored her grandchildren. She was very talented, she loved to draw and decorate cakes, and she loved being outdoors, flowers and gardening.
Frances was born on June 9, 1930, in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, the daughter of Monroe and Aline (Strawn) Allison. She was united in marriage to Jim Alford on June 4, 1949, they had been married for 67 years and lived in Markle all of their married lives.
Jim preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 2016.
Survivors include a daughter: Kay (Kurt) Ullman of Bonita Springs, Fla.; a son: Don Alford of Markle; a daughter-in-law: Deb Alford of Roanoke; seven granddaughters, one grandson, eight great grandsons, two great granddaughters.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son: Dan Alford and a sister: Ruth Bailey.
Visitation will be held on Monday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Markle Church of Christ, 455 E. Morse Street, Markle, Indiana. Funeral service will be held on Monday, Aug. 15…. Interment will take place at Markle Cemetery in Markle….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, James Thomas Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son James Danny “Dan” Alford in this compilation.
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MILDRED LORENE ALVORD PARRISH
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 23 June 1937
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Greencastle, Putnam Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jon Rice
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, George Washington Alvord and Mary Alice Barber Alvord; and siblings Georgia Viola Alvord Greenlee, Icie Marcella Alvord Claunch Stegemiller, and Robert Raymond Hastings Alvord in this compilation.
Her ALVORD lineage: Mildred Lorene 1910 AR1, George Washington 1880 IN2, Lawrence R. 1857 PA3, David 1828 PA4, George 1795 PA5 [his name listed as ALLVORD].
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MILDRED LOUISE NUNN ALFORD
Lebanon, Boone Co., IN—_____ April 2023
Mrs. Mildred Louise Alford, 97, passed away peacefully at her home in Mechanicsburg on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
She was born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on June 7, 1925, a daughter of Charles Nunn and Thula (Neeley) Nunn Graebe. On February 22, 1946, she was united in marriage to John Oneal Alford in Indianapolis. He passed away on February 1, 2001.
Burial was held Friday, April 28, 2023, at Lincoln Memory Gardens in Whitestown, Indiana.
Photo from Lincoln Memory Gardens, Whitestown, Boone Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Bob Lemmon
Death date not engraved in Oct 2024.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, John Oneal Alford; and daughter Vicky Darlene Alford Fisher in this compilation.
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MILDRED NANNIE WHITHAM ALFORD
ENQUIRER-POST
Cincinnati, OH—9 January 1998
VEVAY [Switzerland Co.], IN—Mildred N. Whitham Alford, 91, of Vevay, died on Wednesday [January 7]. Services were held on Saturday at Haskell and Morrison Funeral Home in Vevay. Burial was in New Liberty Cemetery.
Ms. Alford was a homemaker and a former employee of the U.S. Shoe Corporation in Vevay.
In another article:
CINCINNATI POST
Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH—Friday, 9 January 1998
Mildred N. (Whitham) Alford, 91, of Vevay, Ind., died Wednesday. Ms. Alford was a homemaker and a former employee of the U.S. Shoe Corporation in Vevay.
Services: 2 p.m. Saturday at Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, Vevay…. Memorials: New Liberty Cemetery, INC or Allensville United Methodist Church.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mildred N. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 24 Feb 1906, last residence Vevay, Switzerland Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Abe Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Eslie Morris Alford and Melba Lavern Alford Lovins in this compilation.
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MINERVA ALFORD DONALDSON
DAILY RECORD
Elwood, Madison Co., IN—Friday, 25 March 1904
TOO WEAK TO RALLY
AND MRS. MINERVA DONALDSON DIED FROM THE OPERATION
Mrs. Minerva Donaldson, of this city, mother of Constable E.E. Donaldson, died Wednesday night in a hospital at Indianapolis, where, a few weels ago, she was operated on and had a cancer removed from her breast. She was too weak to rally from the effects of the operation, being almost 60 [sic] years of age.
She was the mother [sic: sister] of Mrs. [sic: Mr.] G.W. Alford, of Tipton, and Mrs. Helen Berry of Lafayette, both of whom formerly lived here.
The funeral was held at Loogootee, Ind., this afternoon.
In another article:
DAILY RECORD
Elwood, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 8 March 1904
OPERATION SUCCESSFUL
AND THE AGED PATIENT WILL SOON BE BROUGHT HOME
Mrs. Minerva Donaldson, who has been making her home with her daughter, Mrs. William Sale, at 201 South B street, had a cancer weighing thirty-five ounces removed from her right breast in an Indianapolis surgical institute a week ago last Wednesday and is improving nicely, her relatives expecting to bring her home again within two or three weeks. She is 67 years of age and the mother of Constable Enoch Donaldson.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, Franklin Alford; and her siblings Helen Alford Berry and Thomas Greene Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother George Washington Alford in Kansas Obituaries.
Her husband was Charles Donaldson.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Minerva 1837 IN1, Franklin 1815 VA2, James 1791 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MINNIE ALICE ALFORD BELCHER
WASHINGTON DEMOCRAT
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Friday, 29 November 1918
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her mother, Nancy Jane Gilmore Dillon Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Minnie Alice Belcher, age 30, was born 14 Feb 1888 in Martin Co., IN, daughter of Geo. W. and Nancy Jane Alford. She died 29 Nov 1918 in Washington, Daviess Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Minnie Alice Alford, age 22 born 14 Feb 1887 [different than obituary] in Martin Co., IN, daughter of George Washington Alford and Nancy Jane Gilmore, married Matthew Belcher, age 32 born 19 Sept 1877 in Daviess Co., IN, son of John Howard Belcher and Susan Ellen Mclin, on 24 July 1909 in IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Minnie Alice 1888 IN1, George Washington 1833 IN2, William 1794 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MINNIE O. ALFORD MCGARVEY
DAILY REVIEW
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Friday, 27 November 1914
Mrs. Minnie McGarvey, wife of Dr. William McGarvey, former residents of Goshen, is dead at her home in Vawter part, Lake Wawasee [Kosciusko Co., IN].
In another article:
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—27 November 1914
Mrs. William McGarvey, aged 49 years of Goshen, Ind., died Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock at Lake Wawasee, Ind. Mrs. McGarvey became ill with typhoid fever at a Wawasee hotel. She was well known in South Bend because of frequent visits here. Mrs. McGarvey’s maiden name was Minnie Alford.
Funeral services will be held at Goshen to-morrow afternoon at 2 o’clock
Photo from Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Theresa Duke Rauls
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, James Melling Alford and Mary Jane Miller Alford; and siblings Ada Lillian Alford and Frank Ellsworth Alford in this compilation.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Fifth Section.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her lineage: Minnie O. 1866 IN1, James Melling1835 VA2, Robert 1805 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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MINNIE R. ALLFORD ROBERTS
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 11 April 1918
Mrs. Idol Roberts, who resided southwest of Eden, died last Sunday [April 7]. She had been an invalid for several years.
She was laid to rest at Eden yesterday.
In another article:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 19 April 1918
Mrs. Effie Ackles and daughter, and Mrs. Wm. Dirkess [sic: Durkes], who were here attending the funeral of their sister, Mrs. Minnie Roberts, have returned to their home in Howard county.
Photos from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, David H. Allford; and her siblings Blanche Allford Durkes and Ernest Justice Allford in this compilation.
Minnie was the daughter of David’s first wife, Martha Elizabeth Walker.
From IN Marriages: Minnie R. Alford married Idah R. Roberts on 29 March 1894 in Hancock Co., IN.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Minnie R. 1870 IN1, David H. 1848 IN2, John Lambert 1802 VA3, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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MINNIE RIGHTHOUSE ALFORD
THE COURIER-JOURNAL
Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY—Friday, 14 September 1906
CRUSHED BY TRAIN
MRS. MINNIE ALFORD DIES AS RESULT OF INJURIES IN INDIANAPOLIS
News reached Jeffersonville yesterday of the death of Mrs. Minnie Alford, of Nabb, Clark county, Ind., who was run down by a train of the Pittsburg, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis rail-way at Indianapolis, where she was visiting her sister, Mrs. Pearlie Nicholson, 210 South La Salle street. One hand and one leg of Mrs. Alford were crushed, and she was taken to St. Vincent Hospital, where both members were amputated. She died five hours later.
Mrs. Alford was the wife of Harvey Altord, a farmer living near Nabb, and she was about twenty-six years old. Her maiden name was Minnie Righthouse, her father being John Righthouse. Her marriage took place about six years ago and she had two sons. With her sons Mrs. Alford went to Indianapolis ten days ago with the intention of remaining two weeks. After visiting other relatives Mrs. Alford went to the home of her sister.
On Wednesday evening Mrs. Alford and Mrs. Nicholson went to a grocery across the railroad track from the home and made several purchases. In returning home they were compelled to stop, as a long freight train passed, and while waiting stepped onto another track, where they stood and began to talk. They became so interested that they did not notice an engine approaching until it was almost upon them. Mrs. Nicholson saw the engine in time to step out of the way, but her sister was thrown under the wheels.
The body will be taken to Nabb this morning for burial.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her son Iceal Cecil Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Stanley Carl Alford in California Obituaries.
Her Find A Grave memorial lists her first name as Hazel, but no available records include that name.
From IN Marriages: Minnie Righthouse, age 19, daughter of John Righthouse and _____ Bidge, married Harvey Alford, age 22 son of Rastis Alford and _____ Crary, on 29 Dec 1891 in Scott Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Harvey Alford, son of Erastus L. Alford and Sarah Crerey, married Cora E. Clegg in Scott Co., IN, on 20 May 1907.
Her husband’s lineage: Harvey H. 1870 IN1, Erastus 1811 NY2.
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MIRA A. CRUM ALFORD
JOURNAL AND COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—Monday, 5 April 1943
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Lorenzo Warren Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Vernon Crum Alford in this compilation.
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MURRAY JOHN ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 26 May 1978
PENDLETON—Murray J. Alford, Rt. 3, Pendleton, died Thursday [May 25] at St. John’s Hospital, Anderson, following an extended illness. He was 66.
Mr. Alford, a former Madison County Commissioner, was born in Fortville. He had been a Pendleton area resident for 45 years and was retired from 20 years employment with the Ring Implement Inc. in Pendleton and as a farmer.
Surviving are his wife, Georgianna Alford; children Jon Alford, Pendleton; Mrs. DeWayne (Sherrie) Shuck, Pendleton; Mrs. Monte (Peggy) Godbey, Greenfield; three brothers, Robert, James and Jerry Alford, all of Fortville; three sisters, Mrs. Ivan (Virginia) Heche and Mrs. Charles (Barbara) Leward, both of Fortville; Mrs. Claude (Elizabeth) Bussell, Anderson; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Bright Funeral Home, Pendleton…. Interment will follow in the Grove Lawn Cemetery….
Photo from Grove Lawn Cemetery, Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Brenda Shanafelt
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Murray Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 20 July 1911 and died _____ May 1978, last residence Pendleton, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his children Annette Alford and Jon Charles Alford; parents, Thomas Ward Alford and Sallie Murrer Alford; and siblings Barbara Isabelle Alford Lewark, James Ward Alford, Robert Bennie Alford, Thomas Jerry Alford, and Virginia A. “Gino” Alford Heche in this compilation. We included the obituary of his wife, Georgianna “Annie” Flowers Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
On Murray John Alford’s 1940 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), He is age 29, born 20 July 1911 in Hancock Co., IN. His contact is his wife, Georgianna Alford, of the same address in Pendleton, Madison Co., IN.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
From:
ANDERSON HERALD
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Saturday, 31 March 1971
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Murray John 1911 IN1, Thomas Ward 1888 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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MURRAY LEE ALFORD
[He died in Kentucky, but we are including his obituary here because Indiana was his home.]
Madison, Jefferson Co., IN—_____ August 2019
Mr. Murray Lee Alford, age 56, of Madison, Indiana entered this life on August 20, 1962 in Anderson, Indiana.
He was the loving son of Jon C. and Sandy Baltimore Alford. He was raised in Pendleton, Indiana and was a 1980 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. He then attended Lincoln Tech in Indianapolis receiving an associate degree. On May 21, 1988 he was united in marriage to Janet Clements in Shelbyville, Indiana. This happy union of 31 years was blessed with a daughter, Janelle. He was a top auto technician and had resided in Madison since 1996. Murray had worked as a mechanic for Chandler Chevrolet, Miller Automotive and Mike’s Garage. He held membership in Falls City Christian Church in Madison.
Murray loved hunting, fishing, gardening, was very mechanical, enjoyed tinkering on about anything, being outdoors, and had a great sense of humor. Murray was a devoted husband, loving dad, brother, son, and pappy.
Murray died on Monday, August 5, 2019, at 6:23 p.m. at the Norton Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.
Murray will be missed by his loving wife of 31 years, Janet “Jan” Clements Alford of Madison, Indiana; his beloved daughter, Janelle Alford Smith and her husband, Deron of Madison, Indiana; his adoring granddaughter, Danica Smith; his loving parents, Jon C. and Sandy Baltimore Alford of Pendleton, Indiana; his loving brother, Mark Alford and his wife, Tammy of West Lafayette, Indiana; his loving sister, Patty Darling and her husband, Jeff of Hebron, Kentucky; his nephews and nieces, Brandon, Sean, Hannah, Meredith, and Greg; his mother in law, Sue Clements of Shelbyville, Indiana; his brothers in law, Gerald Clements and his wife, Cathy of Shelbyville, Indiana, Don Clements of Hawaii; his sister in law, Trina Clements of Shelbyville, Indiana; several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Ruby Baltimore and Ann Alford, and his father in law, Buddy Clements.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, August 10, 2019, at 10:30 a.m., by Pastor Tim Chandler at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive in Madison, Indiana. Interment will follow in the Macedonia Cemetery near Moorefield, Indiana….
Photo from Macedonia Cemetery, Jefferson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sharon Kay Dean
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his paternal grandfather, Murray John Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Births: Jon Charles Alford was born 22 March 1939 in Pendleton, Madison Co., IN, son of John Murray Alford [sic] and Georgianna Flowers.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Murray Lee 1962 IN1, Jon Charles 1939 IN2, Murray John 1911 IN3, Thomas Ward 1888 IN4, John Lambert 1835 IN5, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA6, John 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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MYRLE BERNICE CARLSON ALFORD
SALEM NEWS
Salem, MA—Wednesday, 23 July 2008
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind.—Myrle Bernice (Carlson) Alford, 94, of West Lafayette, Ind., died on Friday, July 18, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Born on Sept. 15, 1913 in Lafayette, she was the daughter of the late Theodore F. and Anna S. Berkland Carlson. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1931, where she excelled in many subjects. She married Harold W. Alford on April 3, 1937 in Lafayette and soon after moved to Danvers [MA], where Harold worked as a research engineer at Sylvania Electric Products, Inc.
Harold preceded her in death on May 15, 1965. Myrle moved back to West Lafayette after his death and went to work at the Purdue Office of the Dean of Students, first as an administrative assistant and eventually as Executive Assistant to the Dean.
She enjoyed sewing and volunteering at the YWCA.
Surviving are granddaughters, Hallie Kirsten Siegel Donovan (husband, Matthew) of Zurich, Switzerland and Kathryn Rose Siegel of Toronto; and a great-grandson, Eames Isaac Donovan of Zurich.
Preceded in death by her daughter, Jane Anna Alford Siegel (husband, William) on March 25, 1999 and her brother, Albert “Bud” Carlson on April 12, 2008.
Arrangements: Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 24, 2008 at Hippensteel Funeral Home, 822 N. 9th St., Lafayette. Service at the funeral home 10 a.m. Friday…. Interment at Rest Haven Memorial Park, Lafayette….
Photo from Rest Haven Memorial Park, Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by deceased Find A Grave contributor Ruth Kay
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Myrle Bernice Alford (SS# issued in MA), last residence West Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN.
We included the obituary of her husband, Harold Wesley Alford, in Massachusetts Obituaries.
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MYRTLE MARIE DUNBAR ALFORD
WASHINGTON TIMES HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Monday, 29 April 2019
Myrtle Marie Alford, 89, passed away Monday, April 29, 2019, at 2:30 a.m. at St. Vincent Hospital.
She was born to Bub and Myrtle Dunbar. She married Richard G. Alford Sr. on Feb. 25, 1956. He passed away March 28, 1992. Myrtle was a volunteer at the hospital and worked as an LPN at the nursing home. She liked to knit and made blankets and prayer shawls.
Myrtle is survived by a son, Richard G. (Cheryl) Alford Jr.; a twin sister, Mildred Stevens; grandchildren Matthew Alford, Emily (David) Jacobo, Stephen Alford, Jason Steffy, Shawnee (William) Byers and Cody (Shantel) Steffy; great-grandchildren Isabella Alford, John David Jacobo, Joseph Jacobo, Julia Jacobo, Austin Alford, Kayleigh Holcomb, Beau Wells, Jamison Alford, Ella Alford, Ayden Steffy, Emma Steffy, Carter Steffy, Anakin Steffy, Javen Steffy and Connor Steffy.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard G. Alford Sr.; and sons Jack Steffy and Kenny Alford.
Graveside services will be … on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Richard Gale Alford Sr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her son Richard Gale Alford Jr. in Alabama Obituaries; and of her son Kenneth Eugene Alford in Florida Obituaries.
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MYRTLE SYLVIA HOKEY ALFORD
PALLADIUM-ITEM
Richmond, Wayne Co., IN—Friday, 4 January 1952
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Ferdinand Silvester Alford; and children Donald Clemons Alford, Helen M. Alford Dielkes, Josephine Kathryn Alford Perkins, and William Robert Alford in this compilation.
On the 1930 census, Myrtle Alford, age 48 divorced, is living alone in Connersville, Fayette Co., IN. Ferdinand S. Alford, 47 divorced, is living with his mother, Louisa J. Alford.
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NANCY B. ALFORD DOTY
Photo from dpettitoh’s Doty Family Tree (Ancestry)
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH
St. Louis, MO—Saturday, 19 June 1954
Photo from Lakewood Park Cemetery, Affton, St. Louis Co., MO—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sharon Matlock
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of her daughter May Modena Doty Alford in Missouri Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Nancy Doty, widow, was born 7 Apr 1867 in WV, daughter of _____ Alford and unknown mother. She died 18 June 1954 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. The informant was Mrs. Fred Brokemeier.
Her lineage: Nancy Blanche 1867 WV1, William VA 18212.
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NANCY E. FLORA ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 12 October 2007
Nancy E. Alford 76, of Indianapolis, passed away October 11, 2007. She was born on May 11, 1931 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to Ben and Mary Stevenson Flora. Nancy worked for Western Electric as an assembly operator. She was also a member of Franklin Road Church of Christ.
Visitation will be Saturday, October 13 and Sunday, October 14 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 E. Washington St. Funeral service will be Monday, October 15 at 12:00 p.m.
Nancy is survived by her husband, Linal O. Alford; brother, Carl Flora; sisters, Royce Gibson, Betty Wilson, Anna Green, Linda Watt, Jearle Alford; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Willie, Kenneth, Jay, and Earl Flora; and sisters, Ora and Dora Flora.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Nancy E. Alford (SS# issued in KY), last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Linal O. “Buck” Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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NANCY JANE ALFORD ALFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 28 March 1901
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Addison Alford; and siblings Allison Granville Alford, George Andrew Alford, Isaiah Alford, Joseph A. Alford, Samuel V. Alford, and Winfield S. Alford
From IN Deaths: Nancy Jane Alford, age 60 years, 1 month, 5 days, died 20 March 1901 in Wilbur, Morgan Co., IN.
In 2023, a Find A Grave photographer reported that the Alford Cemetery in Hancock Co., IN, is in “exceptionally bad condition. Many of the headstones are on the ground or moved to an entirely different location. This person was not found. There is either no headstone or headstone is no longer legible.”
From IN Marriages: Nancy J. Alford married Addison C. Alford on 23 Feb 1865 in Hancock Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her maternal lineage: Nancy Jane 1841 IN1, Andrew 1816 VA2, Henry 1778 VA3, John 1735 Ireland4.
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NANCY JANE ALLFORD MOORE
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial by Greg Murphy—used with permission
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 9 January 1931
DEATH THURSDAY NANCY MOORE
HAD LIVED TO THE OLD AGE OF NINETY-TWO YEARS THE GREATER PART IN THIS COUNTY
Mrs. Nancy J. Moore, a pioneer settler of near Eden, died Thursday morning at her home where she had spent most of her life.
Mrs. Moore was ninety-two years of age and was a woman who was interested in her friends and all about her regardless of her advanced age. She will be greatly missed in her community.
The deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Nora Frank and one son, Marion Moore.
Funeral services will take place Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock…. Interment in Eden cemetery in charge of Condo & Co., of Wilkinson.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, John Lambert Allford Sr.; and siblings David H. Allford, Fremont Alford, Harvey Lewis Allford, Rosetta Alford Smith, and Samuel Allford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
Nancy has a gravestone in Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN, but it is nearly impossible to read.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Nancy Jane 1838 IN1, John Lambert 1802 VA2, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA3, John 1732 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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NANCY JANE GILMORE DILLON ALFORD
Photo from her great-great-grandson brettdillon’s Brett Dillon Family Tree (Ancestry)
WASHINGTON DEMOCRAT
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Saturday, 18 October 1941
Photos from Old Union Cemetery, Alfordsville, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Allen Helderman
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her daughter Minnie Alford Belcher in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: N.J. Dillon married George W. Alford on 13 Jan 1884 in Knox Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: George Washington 1833 IN1, William 1794 VA2, John 1768 VA3, Thomas 1736 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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NANCY JOAN ALFORD RICE
Senior photo, The Medita, 1962 yearbook, Huntington Township High School, Huntington, IN
Huntintgon, Huntington Co., IN—_____ April 2021
Nancy J. Rice, 77, of Huntington, died at 8:17 pm Friday, April 16, 2021 at Parkview Regional Medical Center.
Nancy was born on March 9, 1944 in Huntington, IN, the daughter of Russell Alford and Zelda (Schoeff) Alford. She graduated from Huntington Township High School with the class of 1962. On July 25, 1964 she married the love of her life, Richard L. Rice at Zion United Methodist Church in Huntington, IN. Before retiring from The Salvation Army after many years as a receptionist, she worked for Schacht’s Rubber and Kenkoat both of Huntington. Nancy was a member of the Zion United Methodist Church of Huntington, IN. She was a collector of Teddy Bears and Rocking Horses. Even though Nancy enjoyed sewing, she mostly took great pride in tending to her flower gardens. She loved her family and some of her best memories were having sleepovers with her grandchildren when they were younger.
Survivors include her loving Husband of 56 years, Richard L. Rice of Huntington, IN; Daughter, Lori Rice of Huntington, IN; Son, Michael (Angie) Rice of Huntington, IN; Brother, Jim (Jo) Alford of Syracuse, IN; Sister, Barbara (Gene) Biberstein of Bluffton, IN; Two Granddaughters, Tori Rice, Jalen Rice; Grandson, Trey Rice all of Huntington, IN; . She is preceded in death by her Father, Russell Alford, Mother, Zelda H. Alford, Sister, Sonja Holloway, and Brother, Jack Alford.
…. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 pm Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Bailey-Love Mortuary….
Photo from Zion Cemetery, Huntington, Huntington Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Terry Wood
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Russell Thomas Alford and Zelda Helen Schoeff Alford; and siblings Jack Allen Alford, Nancy Joan Alford Rice, and Sonja Sue Alford Holloway in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother James Clarence Alford in Florida Obituaries.
From IN Births: Nancy Joan Alford was born 9 March 1944 in Huntington, Huntington Co., IN, daughter of Russell T. Alford and Zeld Schoeff.
From IN Marriages: Nancy Joan Alford, age 20, married Richard Lynn Rice, age 19, on 25 July 1964 in Huntington, Huntington Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her lineage: Nancy Joan 1944 IN1, Russell Thomas 1908 IN2, Joseph 1873 KY3, Thomas Atchinson 1844 IN4, John William 1811 England5, John 1783 England6, John 1759 England7, Edward 1725 England8, Robert bef 1699 England9.
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NANCY MARY ANN ALLFORD MILLER
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Monday, 26 September 1955
Photo from Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Osceola, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, C & Y Zinn-Haines
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of her father, William Lace Allford, in Texas Obituaries; and of her brothers John Martin “Bud” Allford Sr. and Robert Brooks Alford in Oklahoma Obituaries.
Nancy’s father changed the spelling of his last name to Allford, as did many of his children.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John Henry Alford b. ca 1816 NC.
His ALLFORD lineage: Nancy Mary Ann 1876 MS1, William Lace 1856 MS2, John Henry [ALFORD] 1816 NC4.
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NAOMI BARNHAM SMITH ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Wednesday, 4 May 1927
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2003
Mrs. Naomi B. Alford, age 70, of 817 South 25th Street, died Tuesday afternoon at 1:25 o’clock in Epworth hospital following a nine weeks’ illness.
She was born March 10, 1857, in Edwardsburg, Mich., but had lived in this vicinity nearly all her life.
Mrs. Alford is survived by two brothers, John F. Barnham, of South Bend, and George W. Barnham, of Decatur, Ill.
Funeral services will be held in the L.H. Orvis funeral home Thursday morning at 10 o’clock.... Burial will be in Riverview cemetery.
Photo from Riverview Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sue Hatfield
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Melvin Z. Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Melvin Alford married Naomi B. Smith _____ Nov 1906 in St. Joseph Co., IN. Naomi was the third wife of Melvin Alford.
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NAOMI RUTH TEMPLIN ALFORD
DAILY JOURNAL
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Monday, 29 July 1996
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Naomi R. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Franklin, Johnson Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Ralph Edward Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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NELLIE CRANE ALFORD
[She died while visiting in California, but we are including her obituary here because her home was in Indiana.]
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Monday, 1 June 1959
NELLIE ALFORD DIES IN WEST
Mrs. Nellie Crane Alford, 91, N. Madison Ave., died early Friday in California, where she had been visiting relatives. She was the widow of W.J. Alford, pioneer Anderson industrialist.
A Native of Hackettstown, N.J., Mrs. Alford came to Anderson with her husband in 1891 from Beaver Falls, Pa. With the late Thomas Wright, Mr. Alford established a shovel factory in North Anderson. The enterprise was later sold to the Ames Shovel and Tool Co.
Mrs. Alford was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church here and an active participant in church affairs.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Forrest Hill Anderson; two sons, William John Alford of New York City and Herbert W. Alford of DeLand, Fla.; eight grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.
Burial will be Wednesday in Hackettstown, N.J….
In another article:
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 2 June 1959
A member of one of Anderson’s prominent pioneer families has been removed in the death of Mrs. Nellie Crane Alford at the age of 91.
The widow of W.J. Alford, she had come to this city in 1891 from Beaver Falls, Pa., when her husband joined with the late Thomas Wright in building a shovel factory in North Anderson. The plant was later taken over by the Ames Shovel and Tool Co. and about 25 years ago became the home of the Lynch Corp.
Mrs. Alford was born at Hackettstown, N.J., where funeral services and burial are to take place tomorrow.
A member of the First Presbyterian Church for many years, Mrs. Alford was active in the congregation’s program for a long period. Through her service in the church and in other activities, she made a fine contribution to community life. Mrs. Alford was a fine citizen. Kind gracious and friendly, she radiated a spirit of amiability and sympathy. Charitable and philanthropic, Mrs. Alford was a humanitarian and an altruist.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William John Alford Sr., which includes a photo of the Alford mausoleum in NJ; and daughter Nellie Crane Alford Hill Hill, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her son William John Alford Jr. in Connecticut Obituaries; and of her son Herbert Watson Alford in Georgia Obituaries.
From Ancestry family trees: She was born 4 Dec 1867, the daughter of John Townsend Crane and Mary Elizabeth Little.
From California, Death Index (Ancestry): Nellie Crane Alford, born 4 Dec 1867 in NJ, died 29 May 1959 in San Diego Co., CA.
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NELLIE CRANE ALFORD HILL HILL
[She died in California, but we are also including her obituary here because of her close ties to Indiana.]
Photo from U.S., Passport Applications (Ancestry), June 1923, for travel to France
ANDERSON HERALD
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Saturday, 22 May 1976
NELLIE HILL, EX-RESIDENT, DIES SUDDENLY
Mrs. Nellie Alford Hill, a former Anderson resident, died suddenly Thursday morning [May 20] at her home in La Jolla, Calif.
She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William J. Alford, longtime Anderson residents, for whom Alford House of the Anderson Fine Arts Center is named.
Mrs. Hill was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Anderson Fine Arts Center, Current Events Club, Clio Club and “Over the Teacups” Club. She was active in Republican affairs when she lived in Anderson.
Before the U.S. entry into World War II, she organized a local branch of “Bundles for Britain” which provided knitted articles for the Royal Air Force and British navy. During the war, she was active in the American Red Cross in Anderson.
She is survived by her husband Forrest; a daughter, Mrs. William Kennedy of Del Mar, Calif.; five grandchildren and several, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be today in La Jolla. A memorial service will be in. Anderson at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at the First Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Hackettstown, N.J….
In another article:
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 1 June 1976
Nellie Alford Hill was a gracious and generous patron of the arts and benefactor of her home city, Anderson. Her unexpected death May 20 in California saddens the entire city that on numerous occasions over the years had been the object of her quiet contributions.
Mrs. Hill traveled widely, but her home was in Anderson most of her life. She was active in many social and civic affairs here. Her death creates a large gap that will not be closed.
Among her philanthropies was the Alford House of the Anderson Fine Arts Center, on West Eighth Street, purchased by Mrs. Hill and donated in 1966 for a city cultural center. The property was named in memory of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William J. Alford, leading citizens of Anderson from the time of their arrival here in the 1890’s from the East until their deaths many years later.
The historic Fine Arts Center building, erected in 1870, is operated by a Board of Trustees. It is the setting for numerous art exhibitions, concerts, festive gatherings, meetings, tours, and houses a permanent collection of paintings and other art work. Thousands of area residents have benefited from this gift to the public by Mrs. Hill.
Tomorrow friends and relatives will gather at the First Presbyterian Church at 10 a.m. for a memorial service honoring Nellie Alford Hill. They will be joined in spirit by the many who knew her principally through her undemanding, always-ready public and private generosities.
Nellie Alford Hill was a rare person. She will be missed.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nellie Hill (SS# issued in NY) was born 1 Jan 1896 and died _____ May 1976, last residence Anderson, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, William John Alford Sr., which includes a photo of the Alford mausoleum in NJ, and Nellie Crane Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brother Herbert Watson Alford in Georgia Obituaries; and of her brother William John Alford Jr. in Connecticut Obituaries.
From U.S., Passport Applications (Ancestry): Nellie Crane Alford, born 1 Jan 1896 in Anderson, IN, daughter of William J. Alford, applied for a passport in June 1919 to travel to Great Britain for business.
Nellie’s first husband was Kenneth Burton Hill (1895–1985). They were divorced. He is the father of Barbara Alford Hill Kennedy.
Wedding announcement:
MUNCIE MORNING STAR
Muncie, Delaware Co., IN—Thursday, 20 October 1921
Her second husband was Kenneth’s cousin, Forrest Hill (1891–1977). They married 29 June 1957.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s “Michael Alford Family” in About Alfords, July 1984, pages 11–13.
Her lineage: Nellie Crane 1896 IN1, William John 1861 PA2, John 1828 PA3, Thomas 1800 PA4, Michael about 1765 Ireland5.
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NELLIE MCCORD ALFORD WILSON
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 10 September 1957
FORTVILLE—Mrs. Nellie Wilson, 74, Fortville, died Monday at the Scott Nursing Home in Pendleton following an extended illness.
Surviving are: a daughter, Mrs. Francis Andis, Greenfield; a son, Floyd Alford, Eden; a sister, Mrs. Edgar Brooks, Oaklandon; four brothers, Frank McCord, Oaklandon; Talmage McCord, Indianapolis, and Jesse and Elijah McCord, both of Fortville; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Her husband, Clayton Wilson, died in 1955.
The body was removed to the Paul C. Cory Funeral Home here…. Funeral services will be conducted at the Cory establishment at 2 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. L. Metcalf Miller, pastor of the Fortville Cristian Church, in charge. Burial will be in the Eden Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her first husband, Edward Wilburn Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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NEVA MARIE SULLIVAN MOORE ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 21 November 1962
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her second husband, James Wallace Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
From IN Deaths: Neva Marie Alford was born 6 Dec 1922 in MO, daughter of William Otto Sullivan and Nellie Kirk. She died 20 Nov 1962 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Neva Moore married James Alford on 17 Apr 1948 in Marion Co., IN.
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NEWTON ORVIL ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—21 October 1976
Newton O. Alford, 93, of Cassopolis St., died Wednesday morning in Fountainview Place, where he had been a patient since March 1976.
He was born Sept. 22, 1883, in Waterford, and was a retired grinder from Foster Machine, retiring in 1958. On June 26, 1909, he married Edith O. Corl, who died March 31, 1962. He married Eva Teeple, Nov. 24, 1963, in Elkhart. She survives with two sons, R. Carl [Alford], Kingston, Ontario, Canada and Robert N. [Alford], Elkhart; a daughter, Mrs. George (Helen) Grubbs, Pierceton; two stepsons, Ralph Lock, Scottsdale, Ariz., and Richard Lock, Grenada Hills, Calif.; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Charles (Lillian) Aker, Howe, Ind.; 15 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren.
Friends may call after 7 tonight at at Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home, where services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday. The Rev. Richard D. Dolby, of Grace Methodist Church, of which he was a member, will officiate.
Burial will be in Rice Cemetery.
Photos from Rice Cemetery, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Karen K
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Oct 1976) dates of Newton Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Edith O. Corl Alford; son Robert N. Alford; parents John Newton Alford and Sarah J. Malone Alford; and brother Albert Leonard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his second wife, Eva L. Kaufman Lock Alford, in Arizona Obituaries.
On Newton Orvil Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 34, born 22 Sept 1883. He is living in Elkhart, IN, and names his wife, Edith Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Newton Orvil 1883 IN1, John Newton 1856 OH2, Royal Freeman 1830 PA3, Hiram 1800 VT4, Oliver 1767 CT5, Benedict 1716 CT6, Benedict 1688 CT7, Jeremiah 1655 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1598 England10.
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NIKKI LEE WENDORF ALFORD
JOURNAL GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Tuesday, 29 May 2007
Nikki Lee (Wendorf) Alford, 29, of Columbia City, Ind., died Thursday, May 24, 2007, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Whitley County, Ind.
She was a 1995 graduate of Edon High School, and graduated from International Business College with an associate degree in accounting. She was employed as a key accounting supervisor with Richard J. Bagan Co. in Columbia City.
Born Aug. 20, 1977, in Angola [Steuben Co.], she was the daughter of Larry Laverne and Kay Ann (Fikel) Wendorf, of Edon, Ohio, they survive. Also surviving are one brother, Travis Braden Wendorf, of Martinsville, Ind.; one sister, Kiki Sue Kimball, of Blackey, Ky.; two nephews, Cheyenne Miquel Kimball and Blaine Earl Kimball; two nieces, Kala Sue Kimball and Kendra Nicole Kimball; her soul mate and companion, Bill Brisentine, of Columbia City; and numerous aunts and uncles.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Zelda and Frances Fikel, and William and Inez Wendorf.
Service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Krill Funeral Home, Edon, Ohio....
Photo from Columbia Cemetery, Edon, Williams Co., OH—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Connie Chrisman Hatch
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Nikki L. Alford (SS# issued in OH), last residence not listed.
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NINA JEAN MORRIS BARKSDALE ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Wednesday, 30 November 1994
Photo from East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Denica Hill [her granddaughter]
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Nina J. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Richmond, Wayne Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Melvin Ralph “Johnny” Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her daughters Rita Jo Alford and Tonitta Kay Alford Snyder King Bartlett Singletary in North Carolina Obituaries.
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NORA GERTRUDE ALFORD BLAKE JOHNSON
Senior photo, The Arsenal Cannon, 1916 yearbook, Arsenal Technical High School, Indianapolis, IN
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 24 February 1968
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 24 February 1968
Mrs. Gertrude (Alford) Johnson, 69 years, formerly of 40 N. Oakland, aunt of Robert Alford and Mrs. Nolan Hopper, also several great nieces and nephews, passed away Thursday. Friends may call at the Jordan Funeral Home, 2428 E. 10th St. Funeral Monday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m…. Burial Memorial Park.
Member of Brookside Chapter No. 481 O.E.S.
Photo from Memorial Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, IndyScot
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Fremont Alford and Sevilla “Villa” Brawley Alford; and brothers Frank Edgar Alford, Harry Bert Alford, and Luther Todd Alford in this compilation.
From Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Marriage Records and Indexes, 1810–1973 (Ancestry): Nora G. Alford, age 29 born Indianapolis, IN, daughter of Fremont Alford and Villa B. Brawley, married William T. Blake, age 43, son of George Blake and Marie Taylor, on 27 Oct 1927.
Her husband second was William Evert Johnson, 1896–1965.
From Marion County, Indiana, Marriage Index, 1925–2012 (Ancestry): Gertrude Alford married William Johnson on 27 Nov 1935.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Nora Gertrude 1898 IN1, Fremont 1857 IN2, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA3, John 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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NORMA JEAN ABNEY HALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—27 March 2005
Norma Jean Halford 76, Darlington [Montgomery Co.], IN, died Mar. 26, 2005. Arrangements: Porter Funeral Home, Jamestown, IN.
In another article:
THE PAPER OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Crawfordsville, Montgomery Co., IN—Monday, 28 March 2005
March 7, 1929 – March 26, 2005
Norma Jean Halford, 76, of Darlington died Saturday at Lane House Nursing Home.
She was a homemaker and a member of the First Assembly of God.
She was born on March 7, 1929 in Woodruff County, Ark., to Clarence Sr. and Minnie (Taylor) Abney.
Surviving are three sons, Bobby Halford of Lebanon, Dennis Halford of Crawfordsville, Michael Halford of Darlington, two brothers, Clarence Abney Jr. of Arkansas, Ray Abney of Boswell; five sisters, Gracie Cox of Arkansas, Martha Harris, Narsie Abney, Diann Miller all of Crawfordsville, Joyce Buffington of Tennessee; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.
Her husband, Eddie Lindsey Halford; a son, Mark Halford; and a sister, Katie Cox preceded her in death.
Funeral services are scheduled 11 a.m. Tuesday at Porter Funeral Home, 315 West Main St., Jamestown, Ind….. Burial will be at the Jamestown I.O.O.F. Cemetery….
Photo from Jamestown IOOF Cemetery, Jamestown, Boone Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, R & S Fine
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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OATHER ALFORD
[He died in Wisconsin and lived in Illinois for a short time, but we are including his obituary here because of his close ties to Indiana.]
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Tuesday, 18 September 1945
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Lascom Alford Sr. and Urie Lee Hill Alford; and brothers Lascom Alford Jr. and Leslie Bernard Alford in this compilation.
Many members of this African American family are buried in Highland Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN.
His lineage: Oather 1917 TX1, Lascom 1891 LA2, Robert 1868 LA3.
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OATHER ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Saturday, 19 May 1973
Photo from Riverview Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, bill3262
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his sons Frank Joseph Alford and Oather Lee Alford/Ajamu Muhammad; and brothers Lascom Alford Sr. and Odessa Cleophus Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituary of his wife, Mandy Wilmon Butler Alford Manning, in Alabama Obituaries.
His lineage: Oather 1894 LA1, Robert 1868 LA2.
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OATHER LEE ALFORD / AJAMU MUHAMMAD
[He died in Nevada, but we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to Indiana.]
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Wednesday, 18 May 2005
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that A. Ja Mu Muhammad (SS# issued in IN) was born 22 March 1937, last residence Las Vegas, Clark Co., NV.
See the obituaries of his father, Oather Alford; and brother Frank Joseph Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his mother, Mandy Wilmon Butler Alford Manning, in Alabama Obituaries.
From SSACI: Oather Lee Alford Jr. was born 27 March 1937 [different than SSDI and obituary] in South Bend, IN, son of Oather Alford and Mandy Butler. Beginning in Dec 1991, his name is changed to Ajamu Muhammad.
His lineage: Oather Lee 1937 IN1, Oather 1894 LA2, Robert 1868 LA3.
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ODESSA CLEOPHUS ALFORD, SR.
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Monday, 24 July 1989
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2003
SOUTH BEND—Odessa Cleophus Alford, 86, of 1246 N. Meade St., died at 11:40 a.m. Sunday [July 23] in Carlyle Healthcare Center.
Mr. Alford, who retired from Studebaker Corp., was a self-employed interior and exterior decorator, the owner of the former Alford’s Grocery Store and a former employee of Alford’s Mortuary.
He was born Nov. 5, 1902, in Homer [Claiborne Parish], La. and had lived in South Bend for 62 years, coming from Dallas.
On Aug 21, 1929, in Elkhart, he married Mable Alice Davidson. She died Dec 3, 1975.
On Jan. 5, 1982, in South Bend, he married Annie Alexander, who survives.
Also surviving are six daughters, Delores Sledge of Gardena, Calif., Joann Baber and Dorothy Vaughn, both of Los Angeles, and Janice Marabel, Sherrie Alford and Toni Alford, all of South Bend; four stepdaughters, Mary Wilson of South Bend, Onell Tanner of Hazelhurst, Miss., Loretta Gilmore of Los Angeles and Irene Bogett of Hawthorne, Calif.; four stepsons, Maruin [sic] Alexander and Jonathan Alexander, both of South Bend, Clyde Alexander of Hazelhurst and Pink Alexander of Country Club Hills, Ill; 41 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and two sisters, Lilly Johnson of Wills Point, Texas, and Agnus Howard of Dallas.
He was a charter member of Pentecostal Church of God in Christ and a member of the church Deacon Board and Trustees Board, Pastor’s Aid Committee and the Building Fund Committee, and was past chairman of the Deacon Board. He was a volunteer for Real Services of St. Joseph County.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Pentecostal Church of God in Christ. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Alford’s Mortuary.
Photo from Highland Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his sons Clyde Lee Alford and Robert Davidson Alford; and brothers Lascom Alford Sr. and Oather Alford in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Odessa Cleophus Alford, age 86, died 23 July 1989 in South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN. He was born 5 Nov 1902 in Homer, Claiborne Parish, LA. The informant was his son Donald L. Alford.
In 1910, the family is listed in Claiborne Parish, LA: parents Robert, age 41, and Fannie Alford, 8 children including son Odessa, age 8, and daughter Lillie, age 7—all born on LA. This is an African American family.
His lineage: Odessa Cleophus 1902 LA1, Robert 1868 LA2.
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OLA M. WOOD ALLFORD
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 11 February 1964
PENDLETON—Mrs. Ola M. Allford, 90, 556 South Pendleton Ave. died Monday at St. John’s Hospital in Anderson after an illness of 11 weeks.
She had resided in the Pendleton community for the past 25 years. The daughter of Elam and Melissa Martin Wood, she was born Aug. 21, 1873, in Hancock County.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest, 28 years ago.
She was a member of the Eden Methodist Church, the Eden Order of the Eastern Star, and was Honorary member of the Eden chapter of the Queen Esther club.
She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Virgil Pyle of Pendleton; a son, Robert Allford, also of Pendleton; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Cornell Bright Funeral Home…. Burial will be in the Eden Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Ernest Justice Allford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, where her birth year says 1872; and son Robert David Allford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Martha Elizabeth “Betty” Allford Pyle in Florida Obituaries.
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OLIVER P. “JOHNSON” ALFORD
FORT WAYNE JOURNAL-GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Saturday, 1 December 1945
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Posted by contributor Retired Kent, “used with permission from KCBGIS”
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Martha Jane Woods Alford; children Goldie Marie Alford Johnson Warner, James Oliver Alford, and Luella Bell Alford Tulley; parents, George Washington Alford and Martha Jane Woods Alford; and siblings Adella Luetta Alford Long, James E. Alford, Joseph Elmer Alford, Mary Jeanette “Nettie” Alford Osborn, and Robert Morris Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Edward Perry Alford in Michigan Obituaries.
His Find A Grave memorial lists him as Oliver Perry Alford, but that middle name is not found in any available records.
Oliver was also listed as Johnson Alford in various records:
As Johnson in:
1909 – his father’s obituary
1916 – his sister Adella’s obituary
1920 – his daughter Goldie’s marriage record
1933 – his brother Robert’s obituary
1945 - his own obituary
As Oliver in:
1921 – his daughter Luella’s obituary (O.P.)
1922 – his wife Martha’s obituary
1937 – his brother James’ obituary
1945 – his gravestone
As Oliver on censuses:
1860 (Aug 2), Jackson, Elkhart Co., IN, with his family as Oliver Alford, age 4/12, born IN.
1870, Jackson, Elkhart Co., IN, with his family as Oliver Alford, age 11, born IN.
1880, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN, with his family as Oliver P. Alford, age 20, born IN.
From IN Marriages: Oliver P. Alford married Martha J. Woods on 7 June 1888 in Kosciusko Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Oliver P. 1860 IN1, George Washington 1830 VA2, Robert 1805 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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OLIVER PERRY ALFORD
EVENING REPUBLICAN
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Tuesday, 20 May 1913
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his mother, Mary Berry Alford, which includes a photo of the family burial plot; and siblings James B. Alford, Martha B. “Mattie” Alford Doss, Richard F. Alford Jr., and Susan B. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his father, Richard F. Alford Sr., in Tennessee Obituaries.
Oliver is consistently listed as “Oliver P. Alford” in records, his middle name is probably Perry, named after his father’s brother.
Oliver is buried in Garland Brook Cemetery, Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN, but he has no gravestone.
Oliver’s birthdate, most likely correct on the 1870 census, is reported as:
[1873] age 40 1913 obituary
2 Aug 1873 age 39 1913 death certificate
[1876] age 34 1910 census, Bartholomew Co., IN
Aug 1870 age 29 1900 census, Williamson Co., TN
[1870] Age 10 1880 census, Woodford Co., KY
Aug 1869 age 9/12 1870 census, Fayette Co., KY (enumerated 2 Sept 1870)
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Oliver Perry 1869 KY1, Richard F. 1832 KY2, Nathaniel 1785 KY3, Charles 1752 VA4, James 1715 VA5.
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OMER GARFIELD ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 19 April 1919
[Page 28, where this article appears, is dated Friday, April 18, but all other pages in this edition are dated Saturday, April 19.]
OMER ALFORD DIED OF APOPLEXY IN CONNERSVILLE HOSPITAL
(Special to The Indianapolis News)
CONNERSVILLE, Ind., April 19—Omer Alford, age forty, died Friday at the Memorial hospital. His death was due to apoplexy, but bruises on the back of his head caused the hospital superintendent to suggest an investigation, which was made.
Alford drove to the city Thursday evening in a buggy, and was talking with Columbus Glore, an acquaintance, when he pitched forward and fell against the dashboard. Glore helped him from the buggy and he fell, striking his head, producing a bruise but not one which could have produced death.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Zora Anna Dinkins Alford Gibson Robinson; son Virgil Edward Alford; mother, Louisa Jane Weston Alford; and siblings Edith C. Alford Kelley, Ethel Bell Alford Fetty, Ferdinand Silvester Alford, and Thomas Reed Alford in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Omer Alford was born 4 Aug 1880 in IN. The first names of his parents are illegible: _____ Alford, born PA, and _____ Weston, born IN. Burial place is also illegible.
On Omer Garfield Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 39, born 4 Aug 1879. He is a farm laborer living in Union Co., IN. His nearest relative is Miss Clara Alford of the same address.
From IN Marriages: Omer Gartin Alford, age 19 of Laurel, Franklin Co., IN, born in Rush Co., IN, married Maggie May Gant, age 18, on 24 July 1899, in Franklin Co., IN. Omer was the son of John Alford and Jenna Weston. Maggie was the daughter of Henry Gant and Jane Hay.
From IN Marriages: Omer Alford married Zurah Dinkins on 23 Jan 1905 in Franklin Co.
From IN Marriages: Omer Alford, son of John Alford and Jennie Weston, married Clara Heldreth, daughter of Hamlin Alley and Anna Morford, on 9 Dec 1915 in Laurel, Franklin Co., IN.
His lineage: Omer Garfield 1879 IN1, John 1843 PA2, John 1821 PA3.
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ONIAS ARTHUR ALFORD
EVENING STAR
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Monday, 19 March 1962
ONIAS A. ALFORD RITES ANNOUNCED
Funeral services for Onias A. Alford, a resident at the Indiana Methodist Home For the Aged, will be conducted Tuesday afternoon at 1 o’clock in the Shirley Brothers’ Irving Hill Chapel, 5377 East Washington street, Indianapolis.
Burial will be made in Washington Park cemetery….
Mr. Alford died Sunday morning at 6 o’clock in the Health Center at the Home following an illness of three weeks. He had suffered a slight stroke.
The son of the late Granville and Louise Hendreden Alford, Mr. Alford was born Aug. 14, 1880, in Mercer county, Ky.
He and the former Hattie Young were married in April, 1908. He was a resident of Indianapolis for over 50 years. Two years ago, Mr. Alford retired after being section manager in the William H. Block Company for 38 years.
An active member of the Grace Methodist church at Indianapolis, he- had served as an usher for a number of years. He entered the Home on Jan. 5. 1960.
A half-brother. G.L. Alford and a niece, Miss Gladys McMurray, both of Louisville, Ky., are the survivors.
Mrs. Alford died July 30, 1955.
Photo from Washington Park East Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Judie Custer
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
We included the obituaries of his father, Granville Alford; sister Myrtle Alford Walker Rash; and half-siblings Alma Alford Robinson, Granville Lewis Alford, and William P. Alford in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Onias Arthur 1880 KY1, Granville 1844 KY2, Payton H. 1808 KY3, John 1782 VA4, Jacob 1757 VA5, James 1715 VA6.
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OPAL CLEO WYSONG ALFORD
MARION CHRONICLE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Thursday, 8 September 1927
In another article:
MARION CHRONICLE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Friday, 9 September 1927
Photo from Salem Cemetery, Marion, Grant Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Pioneer Visitors
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Lavern Philip Alford; and son Leon Alford Sr. in this compilation.
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ORA MAY BRAGG ALLFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 7 May 1953
RITES HELD FOR MRS. ORA ALFORD
WELL KNOWN RESIDENT OF HANCOCK COUNTY DIES AT METHODIST HOME AT WARREN SATURDAY [May 2]
Mrs. Ora Bragg Alford, a well known Hancock county resident, died at the Methodist Memorial Home in Warren [Huntington Co.], where she had resided since 1943. She was 91 years old.
Born in Greenfield the daughter of Elbert S. and Sarah Walker Bragg, Mrs. Alford as a young woman was a clerk and buyer in the J. Ward Walker Co., store.
Her marriage to David Alford, of Eden, took place in the early 1900’s. The husband preceded her in death a number of years ago.
She was a member of the Eden Methodist Church and was a 50-year member of the Eden Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Mrs. Alford was the sister of the late Homer and Capt. W.O. Bragg.
Surviving are two nieces, Mrs. Jesse D. Hughes, Jr., of Greenfield, Mrs. Louise Bragg Taylor of Muncie, and one nephew, Raymond R. Bragg, of Cedar Rapids, Ia.
Funeral services were held in the Chapel of the Warren Home at 10 o’clock Monday morning. Graveside services were held in Park cemetery Monday afternoon and interment was made in the Bragg family lot.
Photo from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Glenna Shelby
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her second husband, David H. Allford, in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: David H. Allford married Ora M. Bragg on 1 Jan 1907 in Hancock Co., IN.
Marriage announcement:
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 3 January 1907
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
Ora shares a gravestone with her parents, Elbert S. Bragg and Sarah Jane Walker Bragg, and her brother Walter and his wife.
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OREN ALLAN ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—13 September 2013
Oren Allan Alford, 66, Indianapolis, died September 11, 2013. A private family service will be held in Orange, TX at a later date. Indiana Memorial Cremation & Funeral Service have been entrusted with arrangements.
In another article:
Indiana Memorial Cremation & Funeral Service
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—_____ September 2013
Born: Fri., Jan. 10, 1947
Died: Wed., Sep. 11, 2013
Oren Allan Alford, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2013.
He was born January 1 [sic], 1947 in Garrison, TX to the late Amos and Eva (Smith) Alford.
Oren is survived by his daughter, Alyson McLaughlin; son-in-law, Rick McLaughlin; two granddaughters, Shelby and Lacey; three sisters, Bertha, Mamie, and Martha Jane.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Lester, Joe, and Junior.
He loved to play his guitar. He enjoyed spending his time outside, whether he was doing some woodworking, watching the wildlife, or tinkering and working with his hands.
Oren will be taken to back to Texas for a farewell ceremony at a later date.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
We included the obituaries of his parents, Amos Ponder Alford Sr. and Eva Lee Smith Alford; and siblings Amos Ponder Alford Jr., Bertha Marie Alford Harrison, and Joseph Edwin Alford in Texas Obituaries; and of his brother Otist Lester Alford in Montana Obituaries.
From Texas Birth Index, 1903–1997 (Ancestry): Oren Allen Alford was born 10 Jan 1947 in Nacogdoches Co., the son of A.P. Alford and Eva Smith.
From Texas, Select County Marriage Records (Ancestry): Oren Allen Alford married Billie Joe Bell on 15 June 1967 in Shelby Co., TX.
From Texas, Divorce Index (Ancestry): Oren A. Alford, age 40, and Billie J. Alford, age 39, were married on 17 June 1967 and divorced on 26 May 1987 in Harris Co., TX. They had 1 child,
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Julius C. Alford 1797 GA–1880 LA.
His lineage: Oren Allen 1947 TX1, Amos Ponder 1899 LA2, Joseph Seaborn 1845 LA3, Julius C. 1797 GA4, Jacob 1761 NC5, Julius 1717 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ORVILLE FELTON ALFORD
AAFA #0042
Orville and his wife, Pauline “Pat” Alford
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—_____ February 1993
Orville Felton Alford age 65, of Lake Station, passed away Saturday, February 13, 1993.
He was a Lake County resident since 1957, born in Artemus, Kentucky, April 6, 1927, the son of Green Berry Alford and Roxie Alice Baird. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lake Station, was retired from Inland Steel in 1986 with 17 years of service, was a member of VFW Post #9323 in Lake Station as well as a member of American Legion Post #100 and was block captain of his neighborhood watch program.
Survivors: wife, Pauline Leger Alford of Lake Station; 5 children, Joseph Orville (Helen) Alford of Portage, Peggy Lynn (Raymond) Drews of Lake Station, Sherry Lee Alford of Lake Station, Debra Janline (Daniel) Zwierzchowski of Rifle, Colorado, Richard Anthony Alford of Florida; 5 grandchildren; Steven Edward Winady of Lake Station, Troy Joseph Alford of Portage, Richard Daniel Zwierzchowski and Kelly Janine Zwierzchowski of Rifle, Colorado; 4 brothers, John P. (Willie Faye) Alford of Burleson, Texas, Doyle D. (Martha) Alford of Littlefield, Texas, Robert G. (Anne) Alford of Breckenridge, Texas, Jason L. (Sue) Alford of Three Rivers, Michigan; 4 sisters, Lyda M. Katrinak of Corbin, Kentucky, Flora J. Alford of Cleveland, Ohio, Gwendolyn (James) Crawford of Cincinnati, Ohio, Nina Sue Sullivan of Rockford, Illinois; mother-in-law, Nannie Leger of Barbourville, Kentucky; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, Green Berry and Roxie Alice Alford, and father-in-law, Frank D. Leger.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 17, 1993 at the First Baptist Church of Lake Station, 1309 Central Avenue, Lake Station…. Entombment Calumet Park Cemetery.
The family prefers memorials to the American Lung Association.
American Legion/VFW memorial services Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Visitation Tuesday, February 16th from 2-9 p.m. at the Rees Funeral Home Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Avenue, Portage, 762-3013.
Photo from Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Roses On Every Bush
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Orville F. Alford (SS# issued in OH), last residence Gary, Lake Co., IN.
See the obituary of his wife, Pauline “Pat” Leger Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his mother Roxie Alice Baird Alford; and sister Lyda Marie Alford Katrinak in Kentucky Obituaries; of his brother Jason Lee Alford in Michigan Obituaries; and of his brothers brothers Doyle Dean Alford, John Peter Alford, and Robert Greene Alford in Texas Obituaries.
From Gil Alford, 1993:
Orville was disabled by a blood disease for some time before his death and [his wife] Pat mentioned once that his genealogy gave him something interesting with which to fill his time. He spent a lot of time under oxygen at home and in hospitals. We did enjoy working with Orville (through Pat’s letters) and hope we gave him some comfort with our participation in his hunt. We look forward to working with Pat.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John Alford & Lucy Bradley.
His lineage: Orville Felton 1927 KY1, Green Berry 1889 KY2, John William 1870 KY3, John Russell 1839 KY4, John 1806 NC5, Achilles 1772 VA/NC6, John before 1750 VA7.
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OTIS LEE ALFORD
Hinton & Williams Funeral Home
East Chicago, Lake Co., IN—_____ December 2023
Sept. 13, 1946 - Dec. 22, 2023
EAST CHICAGO, IN—Otis Lee Alford “Papa”, 77, of East Chicago, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023 at St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago.
Survivors wife, Joanne; one son, Ronald Lee Alford; two daughters, Tracey Ann Alford and Gwendalyn Renae Alford;three grandchildren, Ryanne Renae Alford, Jordan C. Williams and Taylor Hambersham; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gladys M. Ivory and Sadie M. Berry and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by two brothers, Johnny and Robert Alford; three sisters, Ruby Alford, Rosie Thomas and Dorothy A. Guide.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 2, 2024 11:00 a.m. at Friendship Baptist Church 4756 Melville Avenue East Chicago….
Mr. Alford was a veteran of the U.S Army and retired from Inland Steel.
Private cremation will follow the funeral service at the family’s convenience.
Hinton & Williams Funeral Home is honored to be of service to the Alford family during their time of loss.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his brother Johnny Lee “Sonny” Alford Sr.in this compilation.
His lineage: Otis Lee 1946 AL1, Otis 1918 AL2, Wiley 1886 AL3.
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OUIDA MARIE SCHERMERHORN ALFORD
Mother of Richard Albert Alford, AAFA #0917
FuneralNet – Memorial Obituaries
Probably Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—_____ October 2003
December 17, 1909 - October 17, 2003
Ouida M. Schermerhorn Alford, 93, died Friday, October 17, 2003 at Harborside Healthcare Center [Fort Wayne, IN].
Born in LaGrange [IN], she was a Chairman and Cafeteria worker with FWCS for 15 years and retired in 1975. She was a member of the Bereavement Committee, Q-Bees Quilt Club, a 1928 Graduate of LaGrange High School, leader Chairman of Girl Scouts for 10 years, worked at Northside High School Cafeteria and was a member of Faith United Methodist Church.
Survivors include son, Richard of Greenwood, IN; daughter, Sharon Jenkins of Fort Wayne; sister, Mary Brand of Marcellus, MI, 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; preceded in death by husband, Claude A. Alford, parents, John H. Schermerhorn and Bertha (Showalter) Schermerhorn and infant sister, Katheryn Schermerhorn.
Services 11am Tuesday with calling one hour prior at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home.... Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park....
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, MJ
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
From IN Marriages: Claude Arthur Alford, age 30, born 14 June 1904 in Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN, son of James Alford and Cora Hettinger Alford, married Ouida Marie Schermerhorn, age 25, born 17 Dec 1909 in La Grange, IN, daughter of John Schermerhorn and Bertha Showalter, on 11 Aug 1934, LaGrange County, IN
Claude and Ouida had 3 children born in Fort Wayne: Lanny Gene, Sharon Ann, and Richard Albert.
Claude married his first wife, Fleta B. Gunder Alford Meredith Tenner, in 1926, and they were divorced by 1930; they had no children. We included her obituary in Wisconsin Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Claude Arthur 1904 IN1, James Albert 1881 IA2, James 1822 PA3, Hiram 1800 VT4, Oliver 1767 VT5, Benedict 1716 CT6, Benedict 1688 CT7, Jeremiah 1655 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1598 England10.
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PATRICIA A. LOSTUTTER ALFORD
THE JOURNAL-PRESS
Lawrenceburg, Dearborn Co., IN—Thursday, 19 September 2002
Funeral services for Patricia A. Alford, 58, Rising Sun [Ohio Co.], were Saturday, Sept. 14, 2002, at Markland Funeral Home, Rising Sun, with burial in Rising Sun New Cemetery, Rising Sun.
Mrs. Alford died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2002, at Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg. She was a homemaker and worked for the Rising Sun Care Center and Dillsboro Manor. She was a 25-year member of Eastern Star.
She is survived by her husband, Donald; daughter, Michelle Otter, Rising Sun; brother, Bobby Lostutter, Burlington, Ky.; and three grandchildren….
In another article:
CINCINNATI POST
Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH—Friday, 13 September 2002
Patricia ‘Pat’’ A. Alford, 58, of Rising Sun, Ind., died Wednesday. She was a licensed practical nurse for Rising Sun and Dillsboro Care Center.
Services: 11 a.m. EDT Saturday at Markland Funeral Home, Rising Sun….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Patricia A. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 17 March 1944, last residence Rising Sun, Ohio Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Donald Nelson Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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PATRICIA JEAN GEYER ALVORD
THE TIMES
Hammond, Lake Co., IN—Friday, 21 June 1991
Photo from Assumption Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum, Glenwood, Cook Co., IL—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Joann Bee
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, John Robert Alvord; and son Brian John Alvord in this compilation.
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PATSY LOU ALFORD BURSE
THE TIMES
Hammond, Lake Co., IN—Thursday, 25 September 2014
Photo from Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Charles Hatfield
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her mother, Bessie Mae Franklin Alford; and siblings Annie Mae Alford Averett, James Lee Alford Sr., and Ulie S. “Rabbit” Alford Jr. in this compilation.
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PAUL ORVAL ALFORD
Aurora, Dearborn Co., IN—_____ October 2018
Paul O. Alford 88, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Sunday October 21, 2018 at Forest Park Health Campus in Richmond, Indiana.
He was born April 30, 1930 in St Louis, MO, son of the late Murray Alford and Elenor Alice (Kemp) Alford. Paul was raised in Elkhart, Indiana and was a 1948 graduate of Elkhart High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1950 during the Korean War.
In 1954 Paul began his career in law enforcement as an Indiana State Trooper and moved to Aurora. In 1974 Paul retired from the ISP as Detective Sergeant. Paul continued his life of public service as Mayor of Aurora, Indiana for two terms. He and his wife, Jacquline were co-owners of Alford’s Coins. He loved Aurora, “River City” and believed it to be one of the most beautiful and historically rich areas of America.
Paul was a member of the Aurora Masonic Lodge, Aurora American Legion and the FOP. Paul attended the Aurora First Presbyterian Church.
Paul is survived by his sons, Gilbert Alford of Richmond, VA, Lee Williams of Duluth, GA, Tim Alford of Muncie, IN; daughter, Jerrilyn (Bill) Longcamp of West Chester, OH; brother, William Moore of Elkhart, IN; sister, Mary (Orin) Kilmer of Monroe, OH; grandchildren, Kyle, Lisa, Kelsey, Lauren, Evan, Hanna, Emily, Sam and Jacob; 15 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife of 46 years, Jacquline E. (Speckman) Alford, a brother and two sisters.
Friends will be received Friday, October 26, 2018, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church Aurora, 215 Fourth Street, Aurora, Indiana. Services will be held at the church on Saturday October 27, 2018 at 11:00 am…. Interment will follow in the River View Cemetery, Aurora,, Indiana. Military graveside services will be conducted by members of local Veterans Service Organizations….
Photos from River View Cemetery, Aurora, Dearborn Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Judy Clark
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his wife, Jacquline Elaine “Jackie” Speckman Williams Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his mother, Alice Eleanor Kemp Alford Moore, in Ohio Obituaries.
From U.S., Index to Public Records (Ancestry): Paul Orval Alford, living in Aurora, IN, was born _____ Apr 1930.
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PAUL SAMUEL ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 2 January 1983
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna Hardebeck
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Etta Mae Ruth Keith Williams Alford; and siblings Donald James “Jimbo” Alford, Robert Joseph “Pete” Alford, Ronald William Alford, and Sherra Mae Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Paul Samuel 1944 IN1, William Harold 1911 IN2, James Stanley 1883 IN3, James Madison 1841 IN4, George Washington 1817 IN5, James 1791 VA6, John 1768 VA7, Thomas 1736 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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PAULINE MARIE DAUGHERTY COX ALFORD
EVANSVILLE COURIER
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Saturday, 2 May 1992
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Pauline M. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 12 Sept 1922 and died _____ May 1992, last residence Stendal, Pike Co., IN.
See the obituary of her second husband, Richard Thomas Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation.
From IN Births: Pauline Marie Daugherty was born 12 Sept 1922 in Vincennes, Knox Co., IN, daughter of David Daugherty and Laura Nichols.
Marriage license:
LAWRENCE COUNTY NEWS
Lawrenceville, Lawrence Co., IL—Thursday, 20 May 1937
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PAULINE “PAT” LEGER ALFORD
Wife of Orville Felton Alford, AAFA #0042
[Although she died in Florida, we are also including her obituary here because of her close ties to Indiana.]
Hobart, Lake Co., IN—_____ August 2012
January 25, 1932 - August 20, 2012
Alford, Pauline (Pat) 80, of Holiday [Pasco Co.], FL, formerly of Lake Station, IN, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug 20, 2012.
She is pre-deceased by her husband, Orville, two brothers, William Leger and Glen Leger, and one sister, Gladys Mae Alsip, and her parents Frank and Julia Leger and step-mother Nannie Jenkins Leger.
She is survived by her son Joseph Alford (Susan) of Bloomington, IL, and her daughters Peggy Drews Propsom (Peter) of Lake Station, IN, Sherry Alford of Holiday, FL, and Debra Janine Zchowerski (Dan) of CO. She leaves behind her brother, Robert Leger (Barbara) of Knox County, KY, and sister-in-law Mildred Leger of Louisvile, KY. She is survived by six grand-children, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.
Pauline was a member of the First Baptist Church of Holiday, FL. She taught at Lake Ridge Schools (Black Oak) for 36 years. She was a member of the Meshowke-To-Quah chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and a member of the Magna Carta Dames. She was also a member of the College Club of the Gary area and of the Lake Station Historical Society.
Visitation for Pauline is 6-8 PM on Friday, Aug 24, 2012, at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel 600 W. Old Ridge Road Hobart, IN.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the American Lung Association.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Orville Felton Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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PEARL ALFORD LINDSEY
MESSENGER-INQUIRER
Owensboro, Daviess Co., KY—Tuesday, 15 February 1972
Photo from James Parker Cemetery, Hatfield, Spencer Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna Schauss
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Pearlie Lindsey (SS# issued in IN) was born 27 July 1900 and died _____ Feb 1972, last residence Rockport, Spencer Co., IN.
We included the obituaries of her siblings Bertie Ann Alford Pharris and Esco Alford in Kentucky Obituaries.
Pearl was the daughter of Joseph Delaney Alford and America Bratcher.
Joseph Delaney Alford and his first cousin Delaney Alford, grandsons of William Alford, were born in the same year, 1871, and died in the same year, 1957. They both lived in Ohio Co., KY. Joseph Delaney is named on various Ancestry family trees and in censuses as Captain Joseph Alford, Captain D. Alford, Joseph A. Delaney Alford, and Captain Joseph Delaney Alford. He is Cap Alford on his gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Pearl 1900 KY1, Joseph Delaney 1871 KY2, James Pleasant 1825 KY3, William 1804 VA4, William 1775 VA5.
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PEARL KELLEY ALFORD
PALLADIUM-ITEM
Richmond, Wayne Co., IN—Tuesday, 22 April 1969
Photo from Woodlawn Cemetery, Maxwell, Randolph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, DSON1492
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her daughter Leatha Deloris Alford Witter in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Matt Alford married Pearl Kelley in Benton Co. on 18 Feb 1906.
In 1910 Mat and Pearl Alford are in Grant, Benton Co., IN, with their daughter Evylan, age 3.
In 1920 Monroe, Randolph Co., IN: Matthew W. Alford, age 37 born KY; his wife Pearl Alford, 33 IN; daughter of Lettia D. age 6-8/12 IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her husband’s lineage: Matthew Wesley 1882 KY1, James Henry 1839 OH2, John William 1811 England3, John about 1783 England4, John 1759 England5, Edward 1725 England6, Robert bef 1699 England7.
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PERCY ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Thursday, 17 June 1954
PERCY ALFORD DIES; WAS ‘GUY WITH AX’
City Councilman Percy Alford, …died in his home, 1407 Lincoln Way West, at 10:33 p.m. Wednesday, after an illness of several months. He was 74.
Appointed to the fire department July 9, 1906, under the administration of Mayor Edward J. Fogarty, he served with distinction for 43 years, losing only one day of duty during that time, and that because of sickness.
Assigned from the beginning to what was known as the “Chemical Company,” now known as “Squad 21,” the central headquarters unit which makes all fire runs. Alford eventually became its captain in 1920 and was so serving when he retired June 30, 1949.
Because the unit made all runs, “Perc” as he was known familiarly, would usually be the first to enter any burning building while he was on duty. Armed always with his ax, he was frequently referred to affectionately as “that guy with the ax.” As first officer to enter a burning building, it was his function to determine where the heart of the fire was. That duty frequently endangered his life.
REFUSES “SOFT” ASSIGNMENT
Despite this fact, however, in his later years on the department, he refused a “softer” assignment, and once when he was transferred officially to a pumper company at headquarters, an alarm came in at night. The pumper stood waiting for him, but he did not appear. He had “jumped ship” and gone to the fire with his one and only love, the “chemical” as he persisted in calling it, even after its official designation had been changed.
Although serving in an emergency service for so many years, “Perc” never seemed to be able to remember to prepare himself for one small personal emergency. Emerging at some time during the course of a fire, his face begrimed with smoke and dust, perspiration either running off his face or freezing in cold weather, he would always ask the first person he met, “Got a cigarette?”
FIGHTS FOR ‘CHEMICAL’
Secretary of the Firemen’s Pension Fund and keeper of the department’s official records many years, “Perc” became known as a man of unusual integrity and fidelity in the way he kept his records and as a vigorous user of colorful language in fighting the battles of other firemen when he thought their “rights” were in jeopardy. Sentimental in this aspect of his career, he was however a strict disciplinarian over those under his command although ready to champion them against anyone from “the outside” as he referred to the rest of the department.
He accepted full responsibility for his crew, the “rig” as he sometimes referred to his truck, and insisted on being held directly responsible for personnel and equipment. He fought retirement for several years, declaring “there are still fires to be put out.”
…. Mr. Alford was born in South Bend Sept 8, 1879. He was married to Miss Laura Ballard in Berrien Springs, Mich., Aug 9, 1914. She died in 1942. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Cleo Ritchie, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Friends may call in the Hickey Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. Services will be held at 9 Monday morning in the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park.
Photo from Saint Joseph Valley Memorial Park, Grainger, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, C & Y Zinn-Haines
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lura E. Ballard Alford; parents, William A. Alford and Elizabeth McMichael Alford; and siblings Bertha Alford and Glendaline “Glennie” Alford in this compilation in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Percy 1879 IN1, William 1852 IN2, Robert 1805 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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PHEBE ELLEN JACKSON ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 3 April 1944
Mrs. Phebe Alford, 76, well known and related in Rush county expired Tuesday morning at 4:30 o’clock at her home, east of Buena Vista. She had been ill for several months.
A daughter of William and Rebecca Cupp Jackson, she had resided practically all her life in that community.
She is survived by her husband, Riley Alford; two sons, Raymond of near Buena Vista and Wayne of near Milroy; a daughter, Mrs. Freeman Cameron of near Clarksburg; one brother, Howard Jackson of Spiceland; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
She was a member of the Buena Vista Christian church where rites will be conducted Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock….
Burial will be in Clarksburg cemetery. Friends may call at the Moster mortuary here beginning this evening at 6 o’clock and at the home of the daughter, Mrs. Cameron, after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Riley Thomas Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and sons Raymond Alford and Wayne William Alford in this compilation.
Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial. Her middle initial is “E” on several censuses. On the 1940 census in Salt Creek, Franklin Co., IN, she is listed as Phebe Allan Alford, with scribbling on word Phebe:
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PHEBE LEAMON ALFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 21 January 1892
Photos from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Louise Reynolds
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, George H. Alford, in this compilation.
Phebe’s parents, William and Leanner Leamon, are buried in Gilboa Cemetery, Hancock Co., IN.
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PHYLLIS J. ALFORD PHILLIPPE
Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service
Marion, Grant Co., IN—_____ April 2011
Phyllis J. Phillippe, 76, Marion, died at 11:36 a.m., April 22, 2011 in Marion General Hospital, Marion.
She was the daughter of the late Leon Alford and the late Mary (Rudicel) Alford.
She married Max Phillippe on January 17, 1953. Phyllis was a homemaker/farmwife. She was a member of Maple Run Friends Church and was the church organist for many years. She sang and played piano at Colonial Oaks for many years and previously did missionary work. Phyllis was a member of USFW. She was very crafty and loved to crochet.
Survivors include her husband, Max Phillippe, Marion, three daughters, Deborah L. Cox, Marion, Liz (Eddie) Percy, Marion, Cindy (Jay) Thompson, Marion, one sister, Shirley Zirkle, Fairmount, two brothers, Richard (Joy) Alford, Tennessee, Junior (Barbara) Alford, Marion, and a sister-in-law, Becky Phillippe, Indianapolis.
She also was preceded in death by one son, Danny Lee Phillippe.
Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday, in Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion…. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory, Huntington County….
Photo from Gardens of Memory, Huntington, Huntington Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tombstoner & Family
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Phyllis J. Phillippe (SS# issued in IN) was born 8 Sept 1934, last residence Marion, Grant Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her father, Leon Alford Sr.; and siblings Leon Alford Jr. and Shirley Ann Alford Zirkle in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Richard Eugene Alford in Tennessee Obituaries.
Her lineage: Phyllis J. 1934 IN1, Leon 1913 IN2, Lavern Phillip 1892 IN3, John R. 1868 IN4, William 1841 PA5, John 1821 PA6.
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PHYLLIS JEAN HUTCHISON ALFORD SUTTON
AURORA JOURNAL-BULLETIN
Aurora, Dearborn Co., IN—Tuesday, 14 April 1992
Photo from River View Cemetery, Aurora, Dearborn Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, dhintx
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Phyllis J. Sutton (SS# issued in IN) was born 24 Jan 1942 and died _____ Apr 1992, last residence not listed.
We included the obituary of her first husband, Myron Earl Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
Wedding announcement:
DEARBORN COUNTY REGISTER
Lawrenceburg, Dearborn Co., IN—Thursday, 5 July 1962
From Ohio, Marriage Abstracts (Ancestry): Phyllis J. Alford, age 53, married Carroll Sutton, age 59, on 26 May 1984 in Hamilton Co., OH.
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PHYLLIS JOAN GAMBLE ALFORD
Photo from Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Wednesday, 3 June 2015
CHESTERFIELD—Phyllis “Joan” (Gamble) Alford, 83, of Chesterfield, died June 1, 2015, at Summit Convalescent Center in Summitville.
She was born Nov. 10, 1931, in Fortville, and resided in Markleville most of her life until 2006.
She retired from St. John’s Hospital in 1997 after 10 years of service in computer operations. Previously she was employed at Firestone, Noblesville, in computer operations eight years.
She loved playing Bingo, dancing, animals, especially her goats and doing yard work. She was a 1949 graduate of Fortville High School.
Survivors include children, Mike (Robyne) Alford of Pendleton, Teresa (Bob) Ryle of Chesterfield, Gary (Marguerite) Alford of Bryceville, Fla., and Tammy Park of Anderson; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Sue Davison of Fortville.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman E. Alford; son, Steve Alford; parents, Virgil and Bernice (Bell) Gamble; and brother, Donald Gamble.
A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Thursday at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory, Lahm Chapel, Pendleton, with services at 1 p.m…. Burial will follow in Mendon Cemetery, Pendleton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Summit Convalescent Center….
Photo from Mendon Cemetery, Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jacque Gates
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list yet her death.
See the obituaries of her son Steven Eugene Alford; and mother-in-law, Elsie Grace Maroska Allford, in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name both Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Norman Eugene 1929 IN1, Jesse Milton [ALLFORD] 1885 IN2, Marion Bruce [ALLFORD] 1858 IN3, Samuel 1837 [ALLFORD] IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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POLLY ANN HELMS ALEXANDER ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Saturday, 7 Novembe 1908
Photo from Caldwell Cemetery, Center Township, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, RWicks
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her stepson Joseph L. Alford in this compilation.
Her first husband was David Alexander. She was the second wife of Logan E. Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her husband’s lineage: Logan E. 1807 VA1, Henry 1778 VA2, John 1735 Ireland3.
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RALPH BLAKESLEE ALFORD
ANDERSON HERALD
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Thursday, 21 June 1945
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Sarah Jane Baughman Alford; and brother William John Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his father, John Alford; and brother Charles McMillan Alford in Florida Obituaries; and of his sisters Carolyn B. Alford Moon and Martha Alford in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s “Michael Alford Family” in About Alfords, July 1984, pages 11–13.
His lineage: Ralph Blakeslee 1867 PA1, John 1828 PA2, Thomas 1800 PA3, Michael about 1765 Ireland4.
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RALPH EDWARD ALFORD
DAILY JOURNAL
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Monday, 16 December 1996
Photos from Greenlawn Cemetery, Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mark McCrady
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Ralph E. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Naomi Ruth Templin Alford; parents, Virgil James Alford and Anna Otis Baker Alford; and brother Richard Donald Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Ralph Edward 1923 IN1, Virgil James 1889 IN2, Samuel P. 1864 KY3, John Dalton 1836 KY4, Payton H. 1808 KY5, John 1782 VA6, Jacob 1757 VA7, James 1715 VA8.
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RALPH MONROE ALFORD
Grandfather of Christopher Scott Marshall, AAFA #1576
From the Daily Bulletin, Tuesday, 15 December 1970
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Monday, 14 December 1970
RALPH ALFORD DIES TODAY AT HOSPITAL
PENDLETON—A retired Delco-Remy employe, Ralph M. Alford, 54, died early today at St. John’s Hospital after a two-year illness. He resided in Huntsville.
Born July 24, 1906, in Madison County, Mr. Alford was the son of William and Emily Scott Alford. He spent most of his life in Madison County and retired from Plant Three of Delco-Remy in 1959.
He is survived by his widow, Irene; a daughter, Audrey Marshall of Rt. 4, Anderson; two sons, Roger and Mickey Allen Alford, both of Pendleton; five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at the Cornell Bright Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Services are set for 2 p.m. Wednesday….
Photo from Huntsville Cemetery, Fallcreek, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nola Martin
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Dec 1970) dates of Ralph Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Pendleton, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Irene Schacker Alford; children Audrey June Alford Marshall and Roger William Alford; and brothers Fremont Allen Alford and John Harvey Alford in this compilation.
On Ralph Monroe Alford’s 1940 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 34, born 24 July 1906 in “Fall Creek Twp.” His contact is his wife, Irene Alford, of the same address in Pendlen, Madison Co., IN.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records. Ralph’s parents share a gravestone in Mount Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Ovid, Madison Co., IN. They are buried as Allfords.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Ralph Monroe 1906 IN1, William Perry 1865 IN2, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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RANDY J. ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—18 September 1967
OSCEOLA [St. Joseph Co.]—Randy J. Alford, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Alford, Osceola, died shortly after birth Sunday at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Mishawaka.
Survivors in addition to the parents include two brothers, Dennis K. and Raymond J., both at home; three sisters, Connie Sue, Cindy Lee and Nancy Lee, all at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Krause, Bangor, Mich., and the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Macia Alford, Mishawaka.
Funeral services will be held at the Warner Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Arthur Whitaker, pastor of the Willow Creek Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
Photo from Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Osceola, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, C & Y Zinn-Haines
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RAY ELMER ALFORD
THE TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Wednesday, 21 February 2001
Nov. 13 [sic], 1913 – Feb. 17, 2001
MITCHELL—Ray Elmer Alford, 87, of Mitchell, died at 10:15 a.m. on Saturday [February 17] at Mitchell Manor Nursing & Rehab Center.
Born in Mitchell, he was the son of Homer and Mary Ellen Grimes Alford. He married Lillian M. Keynon on Nov. 3, 1942, and she preceded him in death on Jan. 11, 1979.
He was a well driller and a farmer in Lawrence County for 50 years. He was a member of Mitchell First Christian Church.
Survivors include one son, David Alford of Jacksonville, Fla.; one daughter, Cathy Brewer of Mitchell; two grandsons, Kyle Alford and Adam Brewer; four granddaughters, Gretchen Alford, Natalie Durlacher, Sheri Williams and Audra Brewer; and three great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Cameron and Alexis Durlacher.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 20, 2001, at Haverly Mortuary in Mitchell…. Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery….
Photo from Mitchell City Cemetery, Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, RabbitTrack
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ray E. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 Nov 1913 and died 17 Feb 2001, last residence Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Homer Alford and Mary Ellen Grimes Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Ray Elmer Alford, age 29 born 2 Nov 1942 [different than other records] in Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN, son of Homer Alford and Mary Ellen Grimes, married Lillian Keynon, born 30 Nov 1913 in Mitchell, IN, daughter of Marion Keynon and Mary Ellen Coulter, on 2 Nov 1942 in Mitchell, IN.
His lineage: Ray Elmer 1913 IN1, Homer 1893 KY2, Thomas ???? KY3.
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RAYMOND ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Tuesday, 13 October 1959
Raymond Alford, 56, died of a heart attack at 7:10 a.m. today at his home in Buena Vista,
A carpenter and television repair man, Mr. Alford had been in failing health but his death was sudden.
He was born in Franklin County on March 24, 1903, the son of Riley and Phoebe Jackson Alford. He had spent most of his life in that county but also had lived in Fayette and Decatur counties.
Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Viva Harsh Alford; two daughters, Mrs. Mike Fields of Rushville; a brother, Wayne Alford southwest of here; a sister, Mrs. Freeman Cameron of Decatur County, and six grandchildren.
Two sons preceded him in death.
Funeral rites will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Buena Vista Christian Church, of which he was a member … and burial will follow in the Clarksburg Cemetery.
Friends may call at Moste and Sons Mortuary in Laurel after 4 p.m. Wednesday.
Photo from Clarksburg Cemetery, Clarksburg, Decatur Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Porter
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Riley Thomas Alford and Phebe Ellen Jackson Alford; and brother Wayne William Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Raymond 1903 IN1, Riley Thomas 1878 IN2, William 1841 PA3, John 1821 PA4.
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RAYMOND CARL ALLFORD
Raymond in about 1936
Photo from RonTaylor405’s Indiana Taylor Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 8 May 1956
In another article:
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Wednesday, 9 May 1956
Funeral services for Raymond C. Allford, who died Monday will be conducted at the First EUB Church Thursday at 10 a.m. Dr. H.L. Lanahan will be in charge, and burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Friends may call at the family residence, 4026 Scatterfield Rd., anytime until 9 a.m. Thursday at which time the remains will be taken to the church to lie in state.
Photo from Anderson Memorial Park, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JudyS
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Iva Retta Snider Hiday Allford; son Leslie Carl Allford; parents, Walter Scott Allford and Ada Layer “Addie” Wynn Allford; and siblings John Lambert Allford, Martha Ethel “Mattie” Allford Bolander, and Sarah Isabelle Allford Beaver in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Rena Letitia Allford Taylor in Michigan Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Raymond Carl 1887 IN1, Walter Scott 1865 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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REBA MARIE RAYMER ALLFORD RINKER
COMMUNITY SHOPPER
Fortville, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 31 December 1991
Photo from Mendon Cemetery, Fall Creek Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, alibobali
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Dec 1991) dates of Reba M. Rinker (SS# issued in IN), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her first husband, Loriel E. Allford; and daughters Betty Lou Allford Stoner and Mary Ellen Allford Harvey in this compilation.
In 1910, Green, Madison Co., IN, she is Reba Marie Raymer, age 1-1/12, living with her parents, John M. and Merle Raymer, and her sister Isadore in the household of her mother’s parents.
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REGGIE ONTARIO ALFORD
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—9 February 2006
Reggie Ontario Alford, died Friday, Feb. 3, 2006 at Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne.
Survivors include parents, Reginald and Shana Alford of Fort Wayne.
Graveside Service is 2:30 p.m. Friday at Highland Park Cemetery, 2403 E. Wallen Road. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
Find A Grave contributor Elaine Ahrens reported on 7 July 2016 that he does not have a gravestone.
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RHODA ALFORD HOFFMAN
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 2 July 1962
RHODA HOFFMAN RITES TUESDAY
Mrs. Rhoda M. Hoffman, 77, of Brookville, who was known and related in Rush County, died Saturday evening [June 30] in Fayette Memorial Hospital at Connersville.
Mrs. Hoffman, who operated a grocery store at Brookville for several years, had spent her entire life in Franklin County.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Frances Jonas and Mrs. Margery Montgomery, both of Brookville; a brother, Frank Alford of Buena Vista, six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Moster and Loos Funeral Home in Brookville, where friends may call at any time, with entombment in East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville.
Photo from East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, K. Pruet
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her brothers Benjamin Frank Alford, George E. Alford, John R. Alford, and Riley Thomas Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Rhoda 1885 IN1, William 1841 PA2, John 1821 PA3.
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RICHARD DONALD ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 29 December 1993
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mark McCrady
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Richard D. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 28 March 1917 [different than gravestone], last residence Franklin, Johnson Co., IN.
See the obituary of his wife, Betty Bernice Brown Gann Alford; parents, Virgil James Alford and Anna Otis Baker Alford; and brother Ralph Edward Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Richard Donald 1917 IN1, Virgil James 1889 IN2, Samuel P. 1864 KY3, John Dalton 1836 KY4, Payton H. 1808 KY5, John 1782 VA6, Jacob 1757 VA7, James 1715 VA8.
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RICHARD F. ALFORD, JR.
COLUMBUS REPUBLICAN
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Thursday, 29 June 1911
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his mother, Mary Berry Alford, which includes a photo of the family burial plot; and siblings James B. Alford, Martha B. “Mattie” Alford Doss, Oliver Perry Alford, and Susan B. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his father, Richard F. Alford Sr., in Tennessee Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Richard F. Alford died 24 June 1911 in Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN. He was born 22 July 1876 in KY, son of R.F. Alford and Mary Berry. He was buried in Garland Brook Cemetery; the informant was Jas. Alford of Columbus [probably his brother].
Richard is buried in Garland Brook Cemetery, Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN, but he has no gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Richard F. 1876 KY1, Richard F. 1832 KY2, Nathaniel 1785 KY3, Charles 1752 VA4, James 1715 VA5.
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RICHARD GALE ALFORD, SR.
WASHINGTON TIMES HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Monday, 30 March 1992
Photo from Oak Grove Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Allen Helderman
Photo posted in 2015
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Myrtle Marie Dunbar Alford; and sister Mary Alford Summers in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son Richard Gale Alford Jr. in Alabama Obituaries; of his son Kenneth Eugene Alford in Florida Obituaries; and of his sister Elsie Marie Alford Weir in Kentucky Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Richard G. Alford died 28 March 1992 in Washington, Daviess Co., IN. He was born 6 May 1930 in Daviess Co., IN, son of George Alford and Grovie Wainman.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Richard Gale 1930 IN1, George 1874 IN2, George Hoge 1842 VA3, Charles 1801 VA4, John 1768 VA5, Thomas 1736 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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RICHARD SHULL ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—8 October 2008
Richard Shull Alford 60, Brownsburg, went to be with his Lord Sept. 30, 2008.
He had been a supplier quality engineer at Allison Transmission before leaving to fulfill his dream of working in the racing industry at Automotion Race Cars for 10 years. He had served in the National Guard 1966 to 72 and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include fiancée, Sue Rider; daughters, Ginnie Wing and Wendy Baxter and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Fri. Oct. 3 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg…. Burial will be at West Ridge Park Cemetery.
Photo from West Ridge Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, J.Sullivan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Richard S. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 31 Dec 1947, last residence Brownsburg, Hendricks Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Donald Harry Alford and Hazel May Shull Alford; and brother James Wesley Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Richard S. Alford, age 51 son of Donald H. and Hazel M. Alford, married Vickie S. Linville, age 43 daughter of Ralph and Juanita Poynter, on 24 Aug 1999 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
His lineage: Richard Shull 1947 IN1, Donald Harry 1913 IN2, John Wesley 1872 IN3, John Wesley 1828 VA/WV4.
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RICHARD THOMAS ALFORD
Taken in 1935
Back row: Thomas Everett Alford [father], Richard Alford, James (Bro. Max) Alford, Rosa Armilda Kidwell Alford [mother], Lorene Alford Walker, Sarah Alford Webber, Cleo Alford Brochin
Front row: Dorothy Mae Alford Chastine, Rosa Alford Theroff, William Eugene Alford.
Photo from Cynthia Stuffle Sellers, posted to Find A Grave - used with permission
EVANSVILLE COURIER
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Friday, 30 January 1998
WASHINGTON, Ind.—Richard T. Alford, 79, died Thursday morning [January 29] at Community South Hospital in Greenwood.
He retired as club manager for the American Legion Club in Holland. He was a World War II and Korean War Army veteran. He was awarded the Bronze Star.
Surviving are four daughters, Donna Powell of South Carolina, Rita Morrison of Indianapolis, Sandra King of Florida and Richelle Nolting of Greenwood; a son, Delbert G. Cox of Washington; three sisters, Sarah Webber and Rose Theroff, both of Washington, and Cleo Brochin of Stendal; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
His wife, Pauline M. (Daugherty), died in 1992.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church, with burial in St. John Cemetery, where the American Legion-Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard will conduct military rites.
Friends may call from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. to service time Monday at Ed Lee Mortuary, where wake services will be at 5 p.m. Sunday….
Photos from Saint John Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Y
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Richard T. Alford (SS# issued through the Railroad Board) was born 29 March 1918, last residence Washington, Daviess Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Pauline Marie Daugherty Cox Alford; and siblings Cleophas Agnes “Cleo” Alford Brochin, Rose Eileen Alford Theroff, Sarah Margaret Alford Webber, and William Eugene Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother James Andrew “Brother Max” Alford in Louisiana Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Richard Thomas 1918 IN1, Thomas Everett 1885/1884 IN2, James M. 1857 OH3, Isaac 1834 OH4, Oliver 1789 MA5, Elijah 1757 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT8, Josiah 1649 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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RICHARD WAYNE ALLFORD
Stillinger Family Funeral Home
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—_____ September 2019
Richard Wayne Allford, 82, of Greenfield passed away on September 28, 2019. Born at Willow Branch, Indiana on September 15, 1937 to the late Carl S. Allford and Lucile (Burk) Allford. He graduated from Fortville High School in 1955 and served in the Army.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years Carolyn (Basey) Allford; his son Richard (Becky) Allford; his daughters, Cheryl (Tim) Overman; Beth (Rob) Daffron; Special Daughter, Glenda Leon of California; Grandchildren: Richard (Alyssa) Daffron, Tyler Yensel, Zachary Allford, Melissa Daffron, Katie (John) Armstrong, Karlee Allford, Wile Overman, Nathan Allford, Calista Overman, Josh Allford, Logan Overman, Ashley Allford, five great granddaughters, and a niece and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Sherry Collins; and grandson, Jordon Allford.
Wayne started farming when he was 16 and retired in 2003. Wayne served on the Hancock Co. 4-H Fair Board and spent many years helping during the fair. He also volunteered at the pioneer village at the Indiana state fair. He collected antique tractors and was a member of several clubs and traveled with these tractors to many shows. He also spent several years working at a shop restoring antique John Deere Tractors.
Friends may call on October 2, 2019 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Stillinger Family Funeral Home…. A Funeral Service will be held on October 3, 2019 at 10:00 AM…. Burial will immediately follow at Mendon Cemetery….
Photo from Mendon Cemetery, Fall Creek Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Beth Daffron
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Carl Shelton Allford and Agnes Lucile Burk Allford; and sister Sherry Ann Allford Collins in this compilation.
Engagement announcement:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Wednesday, 16 March 1960
His funeral home obituary includes many photos.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Richard Wayne 1937 IN1, Carl Shelton 1912 IN2, John Raymond 1892 IN3, John L. 1862 IN4, Samuel 1837 IN5, John Lambert 1802 VA6, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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RILEY THOMAS ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Saturday, 6 March 1954
Photo from Clarksburg Cemetery, Clarksburg, Decatur Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Porter
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Phebe Ellen Jackson Alford; sons Raymond Alford and Wayne William Alford; and siblings Benjamin Frank Alford, George E. Alford, John R. Alford, and Rhoda Alford Hoffman in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Riley Alford married Phebe Jackson on 7 May 1898 in Franklin Co., IN.
Beginning in 1880, he is listed as Riley Alford on every census except 1910, where he is Thomas R. Alford, and 1940, where he is Riley T. Alford.
His lineage: Riley Thomas 1878 IN1, William 1841 PA2, John 1821 PA3.
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ROBERT ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 10 June 1993
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert Alford (SS# issued in TN) was born 3 Feb 1923, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his second wife, Marie Bellamy Alford; and daughter Walterine Sue Alford Newton Dodd in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Robert Alford, black, was born 8 Feb 1923 [different than SSDI] in Hickory, Newton Co., MS, son of Louis Alford and Pearlie Norman. He died 8 June 1993 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Robert Alford married Marie Bellamy on 14 Feb 1951 in Marion Co., IN.
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ROBERT ALFORD, SR.
GOSHEN TIMES
Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—Thursday, 6 June 1889
Mr. Robert Alford died at the residence of his son-in-law, Thomas B. Chalfant, at South Bend, Indiana, on Saturday, the 25th of May, at the age of 84 years and 27 days. He had been more or less an invalid for the past year or two.
The remains were brought to this city on Monday, and buried at the Waterford cemetery, beside those of his wife, who preceded him to the grave nine years ago. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. J.N. Barnett, of the English Lutheran church, at the Christian church, at Waterford.
It was a touching sight to see the old gray-headed men of his early days gather around his coffin and take a last look at one whom they had known for over fifty years. But he had a large circle of warm friends all over the south-west part of the county as well as a large relationship.
Mr. Alford was born in Monroe county, West Virginia, on the 28th of April, 1805. He was married to Sarah Cart, in the same county, in October 1827. He soon after became a member of the Presbyterian church, of which he was a consistent member up to the time of his death. He came with his family to Elkhart county in 1834, where he had resided ever since, with the exception of the last four years that he resided with his daughter and sons at South Bend. He was a resident of this county 55 years. He was a member of the church 54 years, and had been married 52 years at the time his wife died.
Few men have a better record than father Alford. His family consisted of ten children, six sons and four daughters, and six of them were present at his funeral, one living in Kansas, and one in California, who could not be here, and the other two, Mrs. Piebe Swart and Mrs. McDowell, being dead. The poor old man longed for death to come to his relief, that he might be laid beside the companion of his youth. He has gone to his final rest.
Photo from Violett Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Sarah Cart Alford; and children Benjamin C. Alford, Delilah Jane Alford Miller, Eleanor C. Alford Chalfant, George Washington Alford, James Melling Alford, Sarah Ann Alford Swart, and William A. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sons Joseph F. Alford and Robert Alford Jr. in California Obituaries.
Robert was the son of Henry Alford and Eleanor Melling.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Fifth Section. From this document:
Robert Alford—He was born in Monroe County, Virginia, April 5, 1805 and was by occupation a fanner. He married Miss Sarah Cart, May 25, 1827. She was born in Monroe County, Virginia, May 5, 1807. They left Monroe County coming west and settled in Elkhart County, Indiana in 1836 and he died in South Bend, Indiana, May 25, 1889 in his 84th year. His wife died in Goshen, Indiana, Feb. 17, 1880 in her 71st year. They had eleven children.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Robert 1805 VA1, Henry 1778 VA2, John 1735 Ireland3.
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ROBERT “BIG AL” ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 25 June 1993
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 30 Aug 1923, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of his mother, Anna Mae Harris Alford Eckels, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Robert (no middle name) Alford, black divorced, was born 30 Aug 1923 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, son of Robert Alford and Anna Mae Harris. He died 19 June 1993 in Indianapolis. The informant was his half-brother [listed as brother], William Eckels.
In 1930, Indianapolis, Robert Alford, age 6-7/12 born IN, and his mother Anna M. Alford, age 24 born GA, widow, are living with Anna’s brother Fred J. Harris’s family. Anna was age 15 at first marriage.
His lineage: Robert 1923 IN1, Robert 1900 GA2, Paul 1872 GA3.
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ROBERT BENNIE ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Saturday, 13 September 1980
FORTVILLE—Robert B. Alford, 65, Route 1, died Thursday evening [September 11] at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, following a one-year period of failing health.
A native and lifelong resident of Hancock County, Mr. Alford was born July 10, 1915 in Fortville, the son of the late Ward and Sallie Murrer Alford. Mr. Alford was a retired industrial insulator, having worked for a number of insulating companies. He was a member of the Fortville Masonic Lodge, Fortville, Order of the Eastern Star, Fortville Brotherhood and Sisterhood, and [illegible] Local No. 18 of Asbestos Workers’ Union.
Surviving are his wife, Faye Lancaster Alford; four sons, Bill Alford, Indianapolis, Mick and Jack Alford, both of Fortville, and Jeff Alford, New Palestine; a daughter, Mrs. John (Jill) Wilson, Pendleton; and 18 grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Jerry and Jim Alford, both of Fortville; three sisters, Elizabeth Bussell, Anderson, and Jino Heche and Barbara Lewark, both of Fortville; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Ronald Seals Funeral Home, Fortville, with Stanley Hoffman and Stephen Barnhart of the Fortville Christian Church officiating. Burial will follow in Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Sept 1980) dates of Robert Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Faye Ellen Lancaster Alford; children Billy Joe Alford, Michael “Mick” Alford, and Roberta Jill Alford Wilson; and parents, Thomas Ward Alford and Sallie Murrer Alford; and siblings Barbara Isabelle Alford Lewark, James Ward Alford, Murray John Alford, Thomas Jerry Alford, and Virginia A. “Gino” Alford Heche in this compilation.
Marriage license:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 11 April 1935
He is listed as Robert Benny Alford on the birth certificate of his son Michael Steven Alford; and Robert Bennie Alford on the birth certificate of his son Billy Joe Alford.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Robert Bennie 1915 IN1, Thomas Ward 1888 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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ROBERT DAVID ALLFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 22 June 1965
Photo from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ June 1965) dates of Robert Allford (SS# issued in IN), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, Ernest Justice Allford and Ola M. Wood Allford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Martha Elizabeth “Betty” Allford Pyle in Florida Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Robert David 1899 IN1, Ernest Justice 1868 IN2, David H. 1848 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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ROBERT DAVIDSON ALFORD
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—12 May 2000
Robert Davidson Alford, 64, of Fort Wayne, an Air Force veteran, died Sunday, May 7, 2000, at VA Northern Indiana Health Care System.
The South Bend native was a recipient of the National Defense Medal, United Nations Service Medal and Korean Service Medal, and had formerly lived in South Bend.
Surviving are sisters Delores Sledge of Riverside, Calif., Janice Marable of South Bend, Joan Baber of Palmdale, Calif., and Dorothy Vaughn of Los Angeles; brothers Clyde of Fort Wayne and Rev. Donald Sr. of South Bend; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by brothers Calvin O. and Odessa Jr.
Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pentecostal Cathedral Church, South Bend…. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery.
Information provided by Alford’s Mortuary, South Bend, 1-219-282-2477.
Photo from Highland Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert D. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 4 Dec 1935, last residence Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his father, Odessa Cleophus Alford Sr.; and brother Clyde Lee Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Robert Davidson 1935 IN1, Odessa Cleophus 1902 LA2, Robert 1868 LA3.
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ROBERT EDWARD ALFORD
Alexandria, Madison Co., IN—_____ August 2018
GENEVA, IN—Robert E. Alford, 69, passed away on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Hospice Home in Fort Wayne following an extended illness.
He was born on February 13, 1949 and had lived in the Madison County area most of his lifetime. Robert was a professional truck driver most of his life and had driven for Harvestland Co-Op and Donahue Gas. More recently, he drove for RG Transportation for 23 years. He was a member of the Teamsters. Robert enjoyed NASCAR with Jeff Gordon as his favorite driver. In his earlier days, he raced midget cars at Lapel. He enjoyed woodworking, camping, fishing, drinking Diet Coke and his coffee. The time he spent with his family was cherished most by Robert.
Survivors:
2 Daughters—Nichole (Eric) DeLong - Elwood, Michelle (Jason) DeLong - Frankton
Common-in-law wife—Sharon Crago - Geneva
Step-Son—Dustin Crago - Portland
7 Grandchildren—Dalton DeLong, Derick DeLong, Kyleigh Delong, Cheyenne DeLong, Dylan DeLong, Destiny Busz and Thomas Crago - Wilson
Mother-in-law—Grace Darrah - Dunkirk
4 Legged Friend—”Shiloh”
He was preceded in death by his mother—Juanita Byram Alford and his step-mother—Lillian Patterson, his wife of 28 years—Sandy (Koons) Alford in 1999.
Services honoring Robert’s life and legacy will take place at 1 pm on Saturday, September 1, 2018 in the Noffze Funeral Home, 501 North Harrison Street, Alexandria…. Interment will follow in Vinson Memorial Cemetery in Summitville….
Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society through the funeral home.
Photo from Vinson Memorial Park Cemetery, Summitville, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Shirley Cox
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Sandy Lynn Koons Alford; father, Clarence Edward Alford; and sister Barbara Jean Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Robert Edward Alford, age 22, married Sandy Lynn Koons, age 17, on 28 Aug 1971 in Anderson, Madison Co., IN.
His lineage: Robert Edward 1949 IN1, Clarence Edward 1926 IN2, Charles George 1906 KY3, Thomas 1874 KY4.
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ROBERT FREMONT ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 26 February 1987
Robert Fremont Alford, 73, a lifelong Indianapolis resident, died Wednesday at his home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Jordan-Lawrence Funeral Home….
He had been a purchasing agent for Peerless Pump Co. 12 years, retiring in 1975. He was a Republican precinct committeeman and a Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 6. He was a member of Murat Shrine, Centre Masonic Lodge and Centenary Christian Church.
Survivors: son. James R. Alford; daughter. Linda Mead; sister, Louise Hopper; five grandchildren; great-grandchild.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, CKHoosier
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 13 Nov 1914 and died _____ Feb 1987, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of his father, Harry Bert Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Louise Alford Meyer Hopper in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Robert Fremont 1914 IN1, Harry Bert 1886 IN2, Fremont 1857 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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ROBERT HIATT HALFORD
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Tuesday, 29 November 2005
VALPARAISO [Porter Co., IN]—Robert H. Halford “Bob”, age 75, of Valparaiso, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2005 at Porter Hospital.
An area resident for the last 33 years, coming from Hamilton County, he was born on January 18, 1930 in Elwood, IN to C. Wayne and Alpha Opal (Hiatt) Halford. Bob served as a captain in the Indiana National Guard and was a math teacher at Chesterton High School for 30 years, where he also coached basketball and golf, retiring in 1995. Prior to teaching at Chesterton, he taught at Walnut Grove High School in Hamilton County near Cicero, where he was also the head baseball and basketball coach. He was an active member of the National Education Association and the Indiana State Teachers Association.
On August 13, 1951 in Frankfort, he married Sara Molden who survives, along with one daughter, Karla Halford of Westville; one brother, Daniel C. Halford of Waynetown and eight nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Charles M. and Edward W. Halford.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home in Valparaiso. A graveside committal service will take place on Monday, December 5, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. (CST) at Normanda Cemetery in Normanda, IN....
Memorials may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation....
Photo from Normanda Cemetery, Normanda, Tipton Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jodi Mattingly
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his brother Charles Manuel Halford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Robert Hiatt Halford was born 18 Jan 1930 in Elwod, Madison Co., IN, son of Wayne Halford and Alpha Hiatt.
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ROBERT JOSEPH “PETE” ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 4 July 1978
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna Hardebeck
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Linda Kay Ball Alford; mother, Etta Mae Ruth Keith Williams Alford; and siblings Donald James “Jimbo” Alford, Paul Samuel Alford, Ronald William Alford, and Sherra Mae Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Robert Joseph Alford was born 1 Apr 1940 in Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN, son of William H. Alford and E.M. Ruth Keith.
Marriage announcement:
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Thursday, 7 June 1962
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Robert Joseph 1940 IN1, William Harold 1911 IN2, James Stanley 1883 IN3, James Madison 1841 IN4, George Washington 1817 IN5, James 1791 VA6, John 1768 VA7, Thomas 1736 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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ROBERT MORRIS ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Wednesday, 15 December 1933
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, Kosciusko Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Hoby
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lillie Ellen Howe Alford; daughters Alberta May Alford Wolford Kizer Stouder and Irene Louise Alford McDonough Wilson; parents, George Washington Alford and Elizabeth R. Haney Alford; and siblings Adella Luetta Alford Long, James E. Alford, Joseph Elmer Alford, Mary Jeanette “Nettie” Alford Osborn, and Oliver P. “Johnson” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Lila Idelle Alford Luebking in Florida Obituaries; and of his brother Edward Perry Alford in Michigan Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Robert Morris 1865 IN1, George Washington 1830 VA2, Robert 1805 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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ROBERT N. ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—18 May 1992
ELKHART—Robert N. Alford, 79, of 688 W. Lexington Ave., died at 12:10 a.m. Sunday (May 17, 1992) in Elkhart General Hospital.
He was born April 28, 1913, in Mishawaka. He married Elna M. Woofter on April 28, 1984, in Syracuse.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Andy (Bonnie) Bixler of Elkhart; three sons, David L. of Gas City, John R., of Edwardsburg, and Randall L. of Elkhart; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Lonnie (Sharon) Crisp of Zanoi, Miss.; two stepsons, Gerald L. Woofter of Lubbock, Texas, and Thomas A. Woofter of Elkhart; 14 grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; a brother, Carl of Kingston, Ontario; and a sister, Helen Grubbs of Warsaw.
Friends may call 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home, where the funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday…. Burial will be in Rice Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was the former owner of Alford’s Sales and Service. He was also a member of McCoy Memorial Baptist Church and a former member of the Toastmaster Club. He received an associate degree from Indiana University.
Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association.
Photos from Rice Cemetery, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Karen K
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife, Marjorie R. Kantz Alford; his second wife Elna M. Johns Woofter Alford; his sons David Lynn Alford and John R. Alford; and his parents Newton Orvil Alford and Edith O. Corl in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Robert N. 1913 IN1, Newton Orvil 1883 IN2, John Newton 1856 OH3, Royal Freeman 1830 PA4, Hiram 1800 VT5, Oliver 1767 CT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England12.
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ROBERT RAY ALFORD
COURIER & PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Thursday, 2 July 2015
VINCENNES, Ind.—Robert “Ray” Alford, 91, died July 1, 2015.
Survived by son, Robert R. Alford, Jr. and his wife, Joyce; three brothers; four sisters; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, July 3, 2015 at May Chapel Cemetery…. Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
In another article:
Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home
Lawrenceville, Lawrence Co., IL—_____ July 2015
Robert R. “Ray” Alford, age 91, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2015, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.
He was born June 3, 1924, in Lawrenceville, the son of Arnold and Leona (Crawford) Alford. He married Virginia Finley on May 3, 1946, and she passed away May 2, 2012.
Ray worked for Dow Chemical and Consolidated Aluminum in Madison, Illinois. He worked there for 31 years until his retirement. Ray was a American Veteran, having served with the United States Army during WWII. He was a member of Merrill’s Marauders in Burma.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Virginia; two brothers and six sisters.
Survivors include a son, Robert R. Alford, Jr. and his wife Joyce; three brothers, Don Allen of Indiana, Carl Alford of Greenville, Illinois and Gary Alford of Lawrenceville, Illinois; four sisters, Vera Stevens of Lawrenceville, Shirley Woodruff of Lawrenceville, Phyllis Darded of Mississippi; and Mildred Proffitt of Granite City, Illinois; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday at May Chapel Cemetery….
Photo from May Chapel Cemetery, Lawrenceville, Lawrence Co., IL—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Felicia Foltz
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his wife, Virginia R. Finley Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sisters Betty Evelyn Alford Proffitt, Edith Mae Alford Simmons, and Mary L. Alford Selby Robinson in Illinois Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Robert Ray 1934 IN1, Arnold Hobert 1898 IN2, Thomas 1872 IN3, George Hoge 1842 VA4, Charles 1801 VA5, John 1768 VA6, Thomas 1736 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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ROBERT RAYMOND HASTINGS ALVORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 8 October 1954
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, George Washington Alvord and Mary Alice Barber Alvord; and sisters Georgia Viola Alvord Greenlee, Icie Marcella Alvord Claunch Stegemiller, and Mildred Lorene Alvord Parrish in this compilation.
His ALVORD lineage: Robert Raymond 1914 AR1, George Washington 1880 IN2, Lawrence R. 1857 PA3, David 1828 PA4, George 1795 PA5 [his name listed as ALLVORD].
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ROBERT THOMAS ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 14 November 1977
Photos from East Brook Cemetery, Milroy, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Geneabear
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Nov 1977) dates of Robert Alford (SS# issued in IN), last benefit Milroy, Rush Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his son David Fredric Alford; parents Wayne William Alford and Thelma Doris Noah Alford; and brother Melvin Ralph “Johnny” Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Robert Thomas 1921 IN1, Wayne William 1899 IN2, Riley Thomas 1878 IN3, William 1841 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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ROBERT WILLIAM ALFORD
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Monday, 12 December 1960
FATAL ILLNESS SUFFERED AFTER SHOVELING SNOW
Robert W. Alford, 39, 310 Avalon Lane, Chesterfield, died Sunday night [December 11] shortly after shoveling his automobile loose from the snow when the vehicle became stuck in the driveway at his home.
Mr. Alford complained of feeling ill after going into the house when he completed the snow shoveling task. He started the trip to St. John’s Hospital with his family in the Alford car but became more seriously ill in the 1500 block on Ohio Ave.
An ambulance was called but Mr. Alford was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital.
Mr. Alford was born April 9, 1921, in Madison County and was the son of John and Alta Alford.
He was employed in the Maintenance Department of the Delco-Remy Division. He was a member of the Chesterfield Christian Church.
Surviving are: the widow, Eudella C.; three children, Darlene, Debra and Cherie Lynn, all of the family home; the mother, Mrs. Alta Alford, Anderson; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Adams and Mrs. Nancy Nut, both of Anderson, and Mrs. Rosalie Lindsey, Wichita, Kans., and two brothers, Jerry D. Alford, Anderson, and Jack Alford, Alexandria.
Friends will be received after 7 p.m. today at the Baker Brothers Funeral Home in Anderson. Services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home…. Burial will be in the Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.
Photo from Anderson Memorial Park, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert Alford (SS# issued in IN), died _____ Dec 1960 with no birth date or last residence listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, John Harvey Alford and Alta Marie Henry Alford; and siblings Jack Clayton Alford, Jerry Dale Alford, and Mary Margarette Alford Adams in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Rosalie Alford Lindsey in Texas Obituaries.
His middle name is from Ancestry family trees.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Robert William 1921 IN1, John Harvey 1897 IN2, William Perry 1865 IN3, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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ROBERTA JILL ALFORD WILSON
Fortville, Hancock Co, IN—_____ January 2019
Jill Wilson, 75, of Anderson, formerly of Pendleton, passed away Monday, January 21, 2019 in Indianapolis.
She was born December 13, 1943 in Anderson to Robert B. and Faye E. (Lancaster) Alford. Jill was a 1961 graduate of the old Fortville High School and attended Ball State University. She retired in 2015 as the branch manager of First Merchants Bank in Pendleton after 23 years’ service.
Jill was a member of the Pendleton Community Church of God. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was always attending their sporting events cheering them on. Jill was also a cheer leader for other families as well. She loved her card club friends and spending time with them. Jill also traveled with her granddaughter’s high school choir the Emerald Suites.
Jill is survived by her husband Jon M. Wilson, whom she married September 29, 1962; sons: Brett Wilson of Anderson; Brian (Amy) Wilson of Anderson; Brandon (Shannon) Wilson of Pendleton; daughter: Brodi (Vern) Jackson of Pendleton; grandchildren: Callahan (Jody) Wilson; Spencer (Tracy) Wilson; Ethan Wilson; Augdon (Brandi Mathews) Wilson; Chandler (Kiawna Cottrell) Wilson; Cpl. Ashton Wilson, USMC, Satchell Wilson; Maci Wilson and Kahlil Jackson; great-grandchildren: Liam, Rory and Case; brothers: Mick Alford, Jack (Pam) Alford and Jeff (Marsha) Alford; sister-in-law: Karen Alford; numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Bill Alford and sister-in-law Barbara Alford.
Friends may call on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 4 to 8 pm at Seals Funeral Home, Fortville. A funeral service to celebrate Jill’s life will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 11:00 am with calling from 10:00 am until the time of service. Burial will take place at Gravel lawn Cemetery, Fortville….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Anonymous (51267439)
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Robert Bennie Alford and Faye Ellen Lancaster Alford; and brothers Billy Joe Alford and Michael “Mick” Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Roberta Jill Alford was born 13 Dec 1943 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, daughter of Robert B. Alford and Fay Ellen Lancaster.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Roberta Jill 1943 IN1, Robert Bennie 1915 IN2, Thomas Ward 1888 IN3, John Lambert [ALFORD] 1835 IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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ROGER WILLIAM ALFORD
Uncle of Christopher Scott Marshall, AAFA #1576
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Thursday, 26 December 2013
PENDLETON—Roger W. Alford, 74, passed away quietly at his home on Dec. 13, 2013.
Born in Madison County, he was the son of Ralph and Irene (Schacker) Alford. A lifelong resident of Pendleton, he was a graduate of Pendleton High School in 1959. He was employed by Kemmerly Chevrolet before beginning 34 years as a machine repairman for Delco Remy.
Roger was a member of the Madison Blue Lodge #44, Indianapolis Murat Temple and Madison County Shrine. As a shrine, he was privileged to serve as a transporter of patients to area Shrine hospitals.
He loved to hunt and fish and was an avid and knowledgeable collector of fishing equipment and antique outboard motors. Roger enjoyed spending time at the cottage he built on Irish Lake. He was a member of the Outboard Boating Club and The Antique Outboard Motor Club. He was also a charter member of the O.R.E.O. Club.
In 1961, he married Sue Jones and they were married for 47 years until her death in 2008. They were the parents of two daughters, Felicia (Byron) Dailey of Fishers, Ind., and Lisa Alford of Portland, Ore.
In 2009, Roger married Vicki (Smith) Sisson, and they blended her children, Kim Zabinski of Fishers and Randy (Julie) Sisson, and 4 grandchildren, Jordan Zabinski and Ben, Luke and Sam Sisson into a second family. He is also survived by a brother, Mickey (Betsy) Alford of Huntsville. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Irene (Schacker) Alford, and a sister and brother-in-law, Aubrey and Gaylord Marshall.
Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. at Robert Loose Funeral Homes & Crematory, 200 W. 53rd Street, Anderson….
In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial contribution to the Pendleton Ambulance Service, the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice.
Family burial services will be held at a later date.
Photo from Grove Lawn Cemetery, Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ken Parmer
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Sue Ellen Jones Alford; parents, Ralph Monroe Alford and Irene Schacker Alford; and sister Audrey June Alford Marshall in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Roger William 1939 IN1, Ralph Monroe 1906 IN2, William Perry 1865 IN3, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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RONALD D. ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Friday, 6 November 1936
BURIAL RITES ARE TODAY FOR INFANT
Short services at the grave in Hopewell cemetery, near Andersonville, will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock for Ronald D. Alford, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Alford of Andersonville….
The child was born Thursday evening at the Fayette Memorial hospital in Connersville.
Parents; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clennie Stevens of Andersonville survive.
Mrs. Alford was the former Percilla Stevens of Andersonville.
Photo from Hopewell Cemetery, Richland, Rush Co. IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Lindley
AAFA NOTES: Ronald was the son of Cecil Omer Alford and Priscilla Stevens.
His lineage: Ronald D. 1936 IN1, Cecil Omer 1906 IN2, Omer Garfield 1879 IN3, John 1843 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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RONALD WAYNE ALFORD
Little and Sons Funeral Home – Dignity Memorial
Beech Grove, Marion Co., IN—_____ February 2021
Ronald “Ron” Wayne Alford, age 82, of Beech Grove, Indiana passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021.
He was born on August 2, 1938 in Beech Grove to the late Curtis and Mildred Alford. Ron graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1956. After high school, he served in the U.S. Army. Ron married Sondra K. Johns on January 20, 1962.
Ron worked for General Motors for many years. He was an active member of Beech Grove Eagles Aerie 4167 and the American Legion Post 276. Ron was also very involved in Beech Grove Little League. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Ron is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Sondra K. Alford; children, Jeff (Mindy) Alford, Debbie Alford, Dan (Ann) Alford and Kevin (Heather) Alford; grandchildren, Andrew (Nikki) Teglas, Tylor Alford, Kayla (Tony) Hizer, Elizabeth Alford, Alyssa Alford, Colin Alford, Madelyn Alford, Nolan Alford, Clara Alford and Rebekah Alford; great granddaughter, Maya Hizer; and siblings, Bob Alford, Dale (Marty) Alford, Colleen (Dave) Keller, Doyle (Connie) Alford and Shelia Alford.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Little and Sons Funeral Home, 1301 Main Street, Beech Grove, IN 46107. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 11:00 AM also at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
Photo from Greenwood Cemetery, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JD
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Curtis Homer Alford and Marguerite Screes Alford; stepmother, Mildred C. Holt Alford; and half-brother Doyle Homer Alford in this compilation.
On Ronald Wayne Alford’s 1938 birth certificate, his parents are listed as Curtis Homer Alford and Marguerite Screes.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Ronald Wayne 1938 IN1, Curtis Homer 1907 KY2, Homer 1866 KY3, John Dalton 1836 KY4, Payton H. 1808 KY5, John 1782 VA6, Jacob 1757 VA7, James 1715 VA8.
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RONALD WILLIAM ALFORD
[He died in Texas, but we are including his obituary here because Indiana was his home.]
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 29 September 1980
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, James Cowin
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ronald Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 May 1943 and died _____ Sept 1980, last residence Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his mother, Etta Mae Ruth Keith Williams Alford; and siblings Donald James “Jimbo” Alford, Paul Samuel Alford, Robert Joseph “Pete” Alford, and Sherra Mae Alford in this compilation.
From Texas, Death Certificates (Ancestry): Ronald William Alford, age 37, died 26 Sept 1980 in Houston, Harris Co., TX. He was a resident of Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN. He was born 3 May 1943 in IN, son of W. Harold Alford and Ruth Keith. His spouse is listed as Beth Thurston; she is also the informant, “Mrs. Ronald Alford, by phone.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Ronald William 1943 IN1, William Harold 1911 IN2, James Stanley 1883 IN3, James Madison 1841 IN4, George Washington 1817 IN5, James 1791 VA6, John 1768 VA7, Thomas 1736 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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ROSE BICKLEY ALFORD
JOURNAL AND COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—Monday, 2 October 1944
FRANKFORT [Clinton Co.], Oct. 1—Mrs. Rose Bickley Alford, 80, 701 North Jackson street, died this morning at the Clinton county hospital.
Born in Boone county she spent most of her life in Frankfort and was the widow of Thomas Alford.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Bicknell Blankenship at home and a sister, Mrs. Minnie Daugherty of Frankfort.
Body at Goodwins for services there at 2:30 Tuesday.
Photo from Bunnell Cemetery, Frankfort, Clinton Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, M & K Fine
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her daughter Josephine Alford Blankenship; and her husband’s mother, Sarah F. Gill Alford, in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Thomas G. Alford married Roselle Bickley on 11 Aug 1883 in Boone Co., IN.
From AAFA’s Corrington L. Alford Collection, Section 10: “Thomas G. Alford - he was born at Thorntown, Indiana, Aug. 5, 1865 and by occupation a carriage manufacturer. He married Miss Rose Bexley, Aug. 19, 1883 and they reside at Des Moines, Iowa.”
From IN Deaths: Thomas G. Alford, born 5 Aug 1863 in Boone Co., IN, son of John T. and Sarah F. Alford, died 15 Sept 1910 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. His wife is Rose Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her husband’s lineage: Thomas G. 1863 IN1, John Tennyson 1822 NC2, John 1786 NC3.
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ROSE EILEEN ALFORD THEROFF
Photo from Ed Lee Mortuary
WASHINGTON TIMES HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Wednesday, 1 August 2012
WASHINGTON—Rose Eileen Theroff, 87, Washington, passed away at 8:05 a.m., Wednesday, at Hillside Manor Nursing Home.
Born September 12, 1924, in Daviess County, she was the daughter of Everett Thomas and Rose (Kidwell) Alford. She graduated from Washington High School in 1942. She had retired from the Old Reliance Factory and owned and operated Theroff Motel. She was a member of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church.
She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn (Dennis) Lenahan of Indianapolis, and Beverly (Delbert) Riker of Washington; three sons and daughter-in-laws; Richard (Joni) Theroff, of Washington; Kevin (Arlene) Theroff, of Linton, and Mark (Trena) Theroff of Washington; 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband Lenas Theroff (July 29, 1984) and three brothers, Richard Alford, James Alford and William Alford; four sisters, Lorena Walker, Dorothy Chestain, Sarah Webber and Cleo Brochin.
The funeral will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church…. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 8 p.m. at Ed Lee Mortuary.
Photo from Saint John Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Y
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her siblings Cleophas Agnes “Cleo” Alford Brochin, Richard Thomas Alford (with family photo), Sarah Margaret Alford Webber, and William Eugene Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother James Andrew “Brother Max” Alford in Louisiana Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Rose Eileen 1924 IN1, Thomas Everett 1885/1884 IN2, James M. 1857 OH3, Isaac 1834 OH4, Oliver 1789 MA5, Elijah 1757 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT8, Josiah 1649 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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ROSEMARY LEAH QUINN ALFORD
Loose Funeral Homes & Crematory
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—_____ May 2013
Rosemary Leah Alford, 52, of Anderson [Madison Co.], passed away on May 21, 2013 at the Community Hospital, Anderson, IN following an extended illness. She was born on October 21, 1960 in Anderson, Indiana where she lived all of her life.
Rosemary graduated from Madison Heights High School, class of 1978.
She retired from the City of Anderson in 2013.
She was a kind and generous sister, aunt and friend. She loved her cat Dupont. As a music lover her whole life, Rosemary enjoyed going to concerts. She also enjoyed camping and weekends at the quarry. She loved her girl’s card club, motorcycling, going to the casino and the ocean as well as traveling and spending time with her family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Rosemary is survived by her siblings, Steven (Donna) Quinn, Colleen Quinn, Paul (Jacqueline) Quinn, Linda Quinn (Ray) Edgar, nieces and nephews, Kim, Crystal, Mindy, Jessica, Andrew and Casey, several great-nieces, nephews and cousins as well as numerous friends.
She was preceded in death by brother, Thomas Howard Quinn, mother, Leah (Card) Quinn, father, Robert D. Quinn.
Visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00pm on Friday at Robert D. Loose Funeral Homes & Crematory, Anderson, Indiana. Services will be held on Friday at 6:00pm at the funeral home. Cremation will take place.
Memorial contributions may be made to National Kidney Foundation of Indiana….
Photo from Pee Wee Cemetery, Adams Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, E Miller
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
From IN Marriages: Rosemary Leah Quinn, age 35, daughter of Robert and Leah Quinn, married James Edward Alford, age 35, son of Harvey and Marie P. Alford, on 23 May 1996 in Anderson, Madison Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: James Edward 1960 IN1, Harvey James 1918 IN2, Kenneth Scott [ALLFORD] 1890 IN3, Harvey Lewis [ALLFORD] 1852 IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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ROSETTA ALLFORD SMITH
Posted to her Find A Grave memorial by Stephen Patrick Webster – used with permission
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 10 March 1956
ROSETTA SMITH WAS WIDOW OF PRINCIPAL
For all her 94 years, Rosetta A. Smith had a marvelous memory. Whenever members of the family wanted Information about relatives or events they said, “Call Aunt Rose and she’ll know.”
Mrs. Smith died yesterday morning at her home, 3362 Ruckle.
Widow of Robert A. Smith, principal of School 62 when it first was built, Mrs. Smith enjoyed large family reunions. She liked to reminisce with those at the affair.
Mrs. Smith was born on a farm near Eden, Hancock County, and was married in Eden. During her marriage, she traveled with her husband who also sold Insurance. Before; moving to the Ruckle Street home, which Mr. Smith built in 1929, Mrs. Smith lived in Woodruff Place in homes her husband built. Active in church work, Mrs. Smith continued such activities in the Central Avenue Methodist Church until prevented by ill health. She also maintained active membership in the Monday Club.
Survivors include a niece, Gertrude Johnson and a nephew, Harry Alford, both of Indianapolis; two granddaughters and five great-grandchildren.
Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Hisey & Titus Mortuary with burial in Crown Hill….
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Stephen Patrick Webster
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, John Lambert Allford Sr.; and siblings David H. Allford, Fremont Alford, Harvey Lewis Allford, Nancy Jane Allford Moore, and Samuel Allford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Rosetta 1861 IN1, John Lambert 1802 VA2, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA3, John 1732 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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ROY ALFORD
DAILY LEDGER
Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—Monday, 6 October 1969
RITES ARRANGED FOR ROY ALFORD
Roy Alford, 70, of 1638 S. 8th, Noblesville [Hamilton Co.], died Sunday [October 5] in Riverview Hospital.
The deceased was born Jan. 13, 1889 [sic: 1899] in Hamilton County near Fishers and had resided here most of his life. He retired four years ago after being with Talbert-Roessler Lumber Co., for 25 years. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion.
Surviving are his widow, Flossie (Bixler) Alford; a sister, Edith Marie Crooks, Lapel and a brother, Elmer Alford, Anderson.
Services were at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Coaltrin Funeral Home … and interment was in Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville.
Photos from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Flossie E. Bixler Alford; parents, George Andrew Alford and Dora Hoss Alford; and siblings Charles Grover Alford, Edith Marie Alford Crooks, Elmer Alford, and Luther Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Roy 1899 IN1, George Andrew 1860 IN2, Andrew 1816 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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ROY MALCOLM ALFORD
THE TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Thursday, 12 September 1985
Photos from Alfordsville Cemetery, Alfordsville, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Julia Young
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Roy Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 26 June 1919 [different than obituary] and died _____ Sept 1985, last residence Washington, Daviess Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Mary Catherine Johnson Alford; father, Hazo Blane Alford; and siblings Dorothy Imo Alford Carrico and Hubert Neil Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his siblings Ethel Cara Alford Brown and Joe Virgil Alford in California Obituaries; and of his sister Freda Pauline Alford Canolty in Florida Obituaries.
From IN Births: Roy Alford was born 26 June 191 in Reeve, Daviess Co., IN, son of Hazo B. Alford and Orla Doyle.
Marriage announcement:
MITCHELL TRIBUNE
Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN—Thursday, 2 July 1942
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Roy Malcolm 1919 IN1, Hazo Blane 1883 IN2, Joseph Montgomery 1854 IN3, Charles 1801 VA4, John 1768 VA5, Thomas 1736 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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ROY OLIVER ALFORD
CHRONICLE-TRIBUNE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Saturday, 17 October 1992
Photo from La Fontaine IOOF Cemetery, La Fontaine, Wabash Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, v f
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Roy O. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 Feb 1915, last residence North Manchester, Wabash Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Harry Alford and Sylvia Loma Belangee Alford; and siblings Florence Ellen Alford Arthur and Harold William Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Roy Oliver 1915 IN1, Harry 1889 IN2, John R. 1868 IN3, William 1841 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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ROYAL FREEMAN ALFORD
GOSHEN TIMES
Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—8 October 1915
Royal F. Alford, aged 85, died yesterday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. F.B. Hoffman, 501 East Madison Street of complicated diseases after an illness of twelve days.
Surviving him are three sons, John N. of Osceola, Rufus Orville and Harry H. of Vienna, Va.; two daughters, Mrs. Fred Arndt of Vienna, Va. and Mrs. F.B. Hoffman of Goshen; one brother, Melvin Alford, of Granger, Ind.; fourteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 at the home of his daughter, 501 East Madison Street. Rev. W.W. Faust of the First Reformed Church will officiate and interment will be made in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Photos from Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
In front of the large Alford monument, left to right: Elizabeth, Royal, Sarah, John
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Elizabeth Darst Alford; son John Newton Alford; father, Hiram Alford; and brother Melvin Z. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his children Harry Hudson Alford, Leonora Alford Hoffman, Olive Alwilda Alford Arndt, and Orville Rufus Alford in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Royal Freeman 1830 PA1, Hiram 1800 VT2, Oliver 1767 VT3, Benedict 1716 CT4, Benedict 1688 CT5, Jeremiah 1655 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1598 England8.
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RUBY ALICE ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Friday, 20 November 1914
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Albert Leonard Alford and Virgin Caroline Rice Alford; and half-brother Leonard Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Ruby Alice 1914 IN1, Albert Leonard 1890 IN2, John Newton 1856 OH3, Royal Freeman 1830 PA4, Hiram 1800 VT5, Oliver 1767 CT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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RUBY MAY RUNNER ALFORD
DAILY NEWS
Bowling Green, Warren Co., KY—Thursday, 21 April 1983
Mrs. Ruby May Alford, 77, of Indianapolis, died Wednesday [April 20] at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove, Ind., after a lengthy illness.
She was a housewife.
Funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at J.C. Kirby and Son Funeral Home with burial in Green River Union Cemetery….
Survivors include three sons, Junior A. Alford of Woodburn, Garnie R. Alford of Indianapolis and William E. Alford of Greenwood, Ind.; four daughters, Mrs. Marena Gammons of Indianapolis, Mrs. Edith Tate of Bargersville, Ind., Mrs. Geneva Cole of Bowling Green and Mrs. Barbara Montgomery of Greenwood,, Ind.; two brothers, C.R. and Goble Runner, both of Richardsville; two half brothers, Charles Sumner of Richardsville and Ernie Sumner of Bowling Green; 26 grandchildren, and 33 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Green River Union Cemetery, Richardsville, Warren Co., KY—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Faye Merideth
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruby Alford (SS# issued in KY) was born 19 Oct 1905 and died _____ Apr 1983, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her children Garnie R. Alford, Marena Elene Alford Gammons, and William E. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her children Geneva E. “Genny” Alford Cole and Junior A. “Ben” Alford in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Abner Jasper 1905 KY1, Abner Jasper 1865 KY2, William Thomas 1838 KY3, William 1804 VA4, William 1775 VA5.
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RUSSELL THOMAS ALFORD
Uncle of Willard Lee Alford, Jr., AAFA #0309
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Monday, 10 January 1994
Russell T. Alford, 85, of rural Huntington died Saturday [January 8] in Miller’s Merry Manor.
The Benton County native was an auto mechanic and also owner of Alford’s Saw Sharpening.
Surviving are his wife, Zelda; daughters, Barbara Biberstein of Bluffton, Sonja Holloway of Columbia City and Nancy Rice of Huntington; sons, James of Syracuse and Jack of Huntington; a brother, Willard of Murray, Ky.; and seven grandchildren.
Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday in Deal-Robbins and Van Gilder Huntington Chapel where calling is 6 to 8 p.m. today, and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. tomorrow. Burial will be in Zion Cemetery.
Photo from Zion Cemetery, Huntington, Huntington Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jo Ellen Allen [niece of Russell and Zelda Alford]
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Russell T. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 23 May 1908, last residence Huntington, Huntington Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Zelda Helen Schoeff Alford; children Jack Allen Alford, Nancy Joan Alford Rice, and Sonja Sue Alford Holloway; parents, Joseph Alford and Alta Myrtle Harrington Alford; and sister Alice Lorene Alford Scher in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son James Clarence Alford in Florida Obituaries; and of his brother Willard Lee Alford Sr. in Kentucky Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Russell Thomas Alford, age 23 born 23 May 1908, son of Joseph Alford and Alta Harrington, married Zelda Helen Schoeff, age 22 born 21 Aug 1909, daughter of John F. Schoeff and Mary B. Smith, in IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
His lineage: Russell Thomas 1908 IN1, Joseph 1873 KY2, Thomas Atchinson 1844 IN3, John William 1811 England4, John 1783 England5, John 1759 England6, Edward 1725 England7, Robert bef 1699 England8.
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RUSSELL WALDEN HALFORD
Father of Connette Joycene Halford Blalock, AAFA #0381
Photo from nelson young’s [Lynnette Linsner’s] Halford/Linsner Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Monday, 8 October 2001
Halford, Russell W., 80, of Lake Station [Lake Co., IN], passed away Oct. 5. Rees Funeral Home, Brady Chapel, Lake Station in charge of arrangements.
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THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Friday, 31 January 1997
GARY—Russell Halford’s home, tucked away in the sliver of Hobart Township that spills over the Lake Station border into Gary, is neither large nor ostentatious. The simple, one-story, white frame house is not unlike dozens of other post-World War II homes common in the West End of neighboring Lake Station, which begins just a few hundred yards south of Halford’s wooden front porch. Even though his home is humble, it is almost paradise to Halford—a quiet, peaceful place where the 75-year-old retired railroad foreman would like to spend the rest of his days. Already, he has lived there more than 20 years. Halford has only one neighboring house, directly across 26th Avenue, though he sees plenty of traffic as vehicles speed by on Interstate 65, directly to the west. There are few disturbances, no crime and plenty of familiar surroundings. He likes it that way.
But Halford fears he may not get to live out the rest of his years in the well-kept home he loves. He and his neighbors across the street face the possibility they may lose their homes as the result of a project to prevent future flooding in the Little Calumet River basin from Gary to the Illinois state line.... The project, which will contain the river to that point, could create a flooding problem for Halford and his neighbors, who are downstream from the project. But Halford said he didn’t care, and furthermore, he didn’t expect much in the way of flood problems, because the road in front of his home, between his house and the river, was higher than his property. He said he had never had any flooding before, and he only wanted to stay put.
“I can barely walk,” Halford said as he rose to his feet with great difficulty from his living-room couch, emphasizing the point. “At my age, I’d just prefer to live here in peace and tranquility, and not be bothered. They don’t need my property.”....
Federal guidelines dictate that a rise of as small as 1.2 inches in the water table would force the commission either to protect the properties or purchase them and relocate the residents. But Halford, who lives alone, wants no part of relocation, if that is what the agency decides to do. All seven of his children and his now-estranged wife lived there for a time, and he said he has a lot of memories there. It’s also the only home he has lived in for any considerable length of time since growing up more than half a century ago in North Carolina. “I wouldn’t trade this property for a $250,000 mansion,” he said. More importantly to Halford, though, is the peace of mind provided by the familiar surroundings. “Memories aren’t so much,” he said. “My health is declining, and I know my way around here. I can get around in total darkness. I know the whole property. Peace and tranquility are worth a whole hell of a lot more to me than money.” Halford said he feared a nursing home might be his only alternative if he were forced to move. Having heard the stories of his daughter, who works in a nursing home, the prospect of spending his last years in an institution leaves him cold. “I like what I’ve got, and I like living alone,” he said. “My family’s willing to come and help me, and I sure to hell ain’t gonna go to one of those nursing homes. Tell’em, please, just leave me the hell alone. I won’t be around long.”
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Russell W. Halford (SS# issued in NC) was born 27 August 1921, last residence Gary, IN.
See the obituaries of his sons Donald Lee Halford and Michkel Joe “Opie” Halford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his siblings Alden Grover “Al” Halford, Bertie Louise Halford Brown, Hazel Marie Halford Chilen, and Wilburn John Halford in North Carolina Obituaries.
U.S. Veterans Gravesites, ca. 1775–2006 (Ancestry) confirms “CPL US Army World War II” Russell W. Halford’s birth and death dates, and says he is buried in Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville, Lake Co., IN.
In 2012, a Find A Grave photographer reported that Calumet Park Cemetery is not allowing any photography of headstones or gravesites, citing privacy issues.
U.S. World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938–1946 (Ancestry) lists Russell W. Halford, born 1921 in SC, enlisted on 27 July 1942 at Fort Jackson, Columbia, SC.
On his WWII Draft Card (Ancestry), he clearly signed his name Russell Walden Halford and stated that he was born 27 Aug 1921 in Landrum, Spartanburg Co., SC.
His HALFORD lineage: Russell Walden 1921 NC1, Posey Williamson 1883 NC2, David J. 1855 NC3, Francis A. 1821 NC4, David C. 1792 ?? 5, John 1765 VA6.
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RUTH ELLEN ALFORD VAN CAMP
DAILY REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 7 October 1907
Photo from East Hill Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Mahan
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Ann Shoaf Alford; and brother Cyrus Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Ruth Ellen 1857 IN1, John 1821 PA2.
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RUTH ELLEN LIVELY KEMP ALFORD
Wife of Benjamin Franklin Alford, Jr., AAFA #0447
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 30 March 2005
Ruth E. Lively Alford 70, of Indianapolis, passed away Monday, March 28, 2005. She was born September 17, 1934 in Palestine [Anderson Co.], TX.
She was a homemaker as well as a member of D.A.R. and West Lawn United Methodist Church, West Lawn, PA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Flanner & Buchanan Oaklawn Funeral Home….
She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin F. Alford, Jr. and daughter, Carol Ketelle.
She is survived by her son, Benjamin F. Alford, III (Sarah); daughters: Kay Quatroche (John) and Dolly Sumrow (Steven); sister, Mary Annette Goodman; brother, Thomas Lively; nine grandchildren & one great grandchild.
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READING TIMES/READING EAGLE
Reading, Berks Co., PA—Thursday, 31 March 2005
Ruth E. (Lively) Alford, 70, Indianapolis, formerly of Wyomissing [Berks Co., PA], died March 28 in the Westminster Village, Indianapolis.
Her husband, Benjamin F. Alford Jr., died in 2003.
She was born in Palestine, Texas. Alford was a member of the West Lawn United Methodist Church.
Surviving are a son, Benjamin F. III, Knoxville, Tenn.; and two daughters: Kay (Alford) Quatroche, Indianapolis, and Dolly (Alford) Sunrow, Katy, Texas.
Other survivors include a sister, Mary Annette (Lively) Goodman, San Angelo, Texas; and a brother, Thomas Lively, Daytona Beach, Fla. There are also nine grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Carol (Alford) Ketelle.
The Flanner & Buchanan Funeral Center, Indianapolis, is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruth E. Alford (SS# issued in TX) was born 17 Sept 1934, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Benjamin Franklin Alford Jr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their urns.
From Texas Birth Index, 1903-1997 (Ancestry): Ruth Ellen Lively was born 17 Sept 1934 in Anderson Co., daughter of William Travis Lively and Alma Lee Fannin.
Ruth is listed as Ruth E. Kemp in her husband’s obituary. Her first husband, _____ Kemp, was the father of her daughters Kay and Dolly. Benjamin Franklin Alford III and Carolyn Denise Alford Ketelle are her stepchildren.
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RUTH MARIE BAKER ALVORD
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—6 March 1995
Ruth M. Alvord 71, of Columbia City died Saturday in Parkview Memorial Hospital.
The Bradford, Pa., native was former traffic manager for WTVT-TV, Channel 13, in Tampa, Fla., and widow of Glenn H., who died in 1984.
Surviving are a son, Sam J. of Columbia City; sisters, Lucy Baker of Tampa and Barbara Backer of Limestone, N.Y.; a brother, Miles Baker of Limestone; and two grandchildren.
Services are 11 a.m. tomorrow in Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, where calling is 5 to 8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Nolt Cemetery.
Preferred memorials are gifts to Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Foundation.
Photo from Nolt Cemetery, Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Dave McCoy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruth M. Alvord (SS# issued in NY) was born 12 Nov 1923, last residence Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN.
See the obituary of her son Sam Jess Alvord in this compilation, which includes her middle name.
Ruth’s husband was Glenn Heath Alvord.
From Samuel Morgan Alvord, A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord An Early Settler of Windsor, Conn. and Northampton, Mass. (Webster, NY: A.D. Andrews, Printer, 1908), p. 679:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
Her husband’s ALVORD lineage: Glenn Heath 1914 PA1, Henry Forsythe 1880 NY2, George Washington 1858 NY3, Elbridge 1833 NY4, Lyman 1794 CT5, Asahel Gould 1769 CT6, Asahel 1746 CT7, Asahel 1720 MA8, Thomas 1683 MA9, Thomas 1653 CT10, Alexander 1627 England11, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England12.
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RUTH U. DIEHL ALFORD
HERALD & REVIEW
Decatur, Macon Co., IL—Monday, 3 July 2000
Ruth U. Alford, 76, Rushville, Ind., housekeeper, mother of Richard Alford of Decatur, died Sunday (July 2, 2000).
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Moster & Cox Mortuary, Rushville…. Burial: Goddard Cemetery, Rush County, Ind.
Photo from Goddard Cemetery, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Judy Barmann
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruth U. Alford (SS# issued in NJ) was born 11 Oct 1923, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, Melvin Ralph “Johnny” Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Richard W. Alford in Illinois Obituaries.
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SADIE E. WEAVER ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS JOURNAL
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 4 June 1894
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kim Schilling
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of her husband, William E. Alford, in California Obituaries.
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SALLIE MURRER ALFORD
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Friday, 3 November 1961
FORTVILLE—Funeral services for Mrs. Sallie Alford, 71, Fortville, who died Wednesday [November 1] as the result of injuries suffered the previous day in an automobile accident near Indianapolis, will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Paul C. Cory Funeral Home in Fortville. The Rev. Everett Landrey, pastor of the Fortville Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in the Gravel Lawn Cemetery at Fortville….
Mrs. Alford is survived by: the husband, Ward; three daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Russell, Anderson; and Mrs. Virginia Heche and Mrs. Barbara Lewark, both of Fortville; four sons, Murray Alford, Pendleton, and Robert, James and Jerry Alford, all of Fortville; a brother, Claude Murrer, Anderson; 21 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; six nieces, Mrs. Frank Stears and Mrs. Fred Wright, both of Fortville; Mrs. Galen Funk, Muncie; Mrs. R. Wright Dusten, Fort Myers Beach, Fla.; and Mrs. George Tollen and Mrs. James R. Day, both of Anderson, and a nephew, Jack Seltlemier, Anderson.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Thomas Ward Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Barbara Isabelle Alford Lewark, James Ward Alford, Murray John Alford, Robert Bennie Alford, Thomas Jerry Alford, and Virginia A. “Gino” Alford Heche in this compilation.
From Ancestry family trees: Sallie was born 26 Jan 1890 in Hancock Co., IN, the daughter of Freeborn G. Murrer and Isabella Pettigrew.
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SAM JESS ALVORD
DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home
Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN—_____ April 2005
Sam Jess Alvord, age 59, of Columbia City, IN 46725 died at 9:00 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2005 at his home.
He was born in Bradford, PA on September 13, 1945 to Ruth Marie & Glen Heath Alvord. As a young boy, he lived in Bradford, PA until age 3 when he moved to Tampa, FL, moving to Columbia City, IN in 1976. He graduated from Montverde Academy, Montverde, FL with the Class of 1963.
He was united in marriage to Judy Jean Miller on January 11, 1974 at Monticeia Presbyterian Church, Tampa, FL.
He worked for funeral homes in Tampa, FL for 10 years, Tampa Wholesale Liquors, Essex, Columbia City, IN, Dana Corporation for 25 years, Westville Correction as a Sergeant of security for 5 years during the recession, returned to Dana and the Sheriff’s Reserves for 8 years from 1991-1999. His memberships included South Whitley Masonic Lodge #510, Columbia City Eagles and the Columbia City Moose.
Survivors include his wife, Judy J. Alvord of Columbia City; sons, Cory A. (Melissa T.) Alvord of Butler, IN and Glenn L. (Michelle D.) Alvord of Columbia City; 2 grandchildren, Klarrissa and Klayton Aughinbaugh of Columbia City.
His parents, several aunts and uncles preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. with a twilight memorial service at 8 p.m. conducted by South Whitley Masonic Lodge #510 on Thursday, April 7, 2005 at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City, IN. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2005 at the funeral home…. Burial will be at Nolt Cemetery, Columbia City....
Photo from Nolt Cemetery, Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Dave McCoy
Inscription says: Married Jan. 11, 1974
Photo taken in 2008
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sam J. Alvord (SS# issued in FL), last residence Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Judy J. Miller Alvord; and mother, Ruth Marie Baker Alvord, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his paternal grandfather, Henry Forsythe Alvord, in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
His ALVORD lineage: Sam Jess 1945 PA1, Glenn Heath 1914 PA2, Henry Forsythe 1880 NY3, George Washington 1858 NY4, Elbridge 1833 NY5, Lyman 1794 CT6, Asahel Gould 1769 CT7, Asahel 1746 CT8, Asahel 1720 MA9, Thomas 1683 MA10, Thomas 1653 CT11, Alexander 1627 England12, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England13.
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SAMUEL ALFORD
DAILY GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Wednesday, 17 August 1870
Samuel Alford, an old coal miner, was crushed in the coal mines near Cannelton [Perry Co.], on last Friday [August 12].
AAFA NOTES: His Find A Grave memorial in Cliff Cemetery, Cannelton, Perry Co., IN, says: “Cannelton Enquirer, 30 Jul 1870 [Saturday], Samuel Alford died in the Rock Island mine accident.”
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SAMUEL ALLFORD
“Samuel Allford and wife Mary Massie Fuqua”
Photos sent by Greg Murphy – used with permission
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 3 April 1924
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DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 25 March 1924
LIVED LONG LIFE ON SAME FARM
SAMUEL ALFORD DIES AT HIS HOME IN EDEN MONDAY AT THE AGE OF EIGHTY-SEVEN YEARS.
LEFT THE FARM 2 WEEKS AGO WAS THE LAST OF THE TEN CHARTER MEMBERS OF THE MASONIC LODGE AT EDEN.
Samuel Alford, one of the oldest native born resident of Hancock county, died Monday at his home in Eden after a brief illness of pneumonia.
Mr. Alford was 87 years old and had lived all his life in Green township. Two weeks ago he moved from the farm to Eden and in making the change contracted a cold which developed into pneumonia.
The funeral will be at the M.E. church in Eden at 10 o’clock Wednesday morning…. Burial will be in the cemetery at Eden with Masonic rites. George McCarty, of Fortville, is the undertaker in charge.
Samuel Alford was born in Green township January 6, 1837, the son of John L. and Eliza Alford, his father a native of West Virginia and his mother of Ohio. The father located in Hancock county in 1830 and entered 360 acres of land in Green township, all timberland. He built a cabin and he and his young wife began housekeeping, and it was here seven years later that Samuel Alford was born. The boy received his education in the schools of Green township and spent his boyhood years working on the farm.
Mr. Alford was married in September, 1885 [sic: 1855], to Mary M. Furgason [sic: Fuqua], who died in July, 1891. In March, 1893, Mr. Alford married Sarah A. Jackson, who survives him.
Two children by his first marriage—Sheldon A. Alford and Mrs. Cora Rash—are living, also one, brother, Fremont Alford, of Indianapolis, and sisters, Mrs. Nancy Moore and Mrs. Rosa Smith, of Indianapolis.
Samuel Alford was a charter member of Eden Lodge No. 477, Free and Accepted Masons, the other charter member were L.H. Riggs. E.S. Bragg, G. Morrison, A.H. Trueblood, D.S. Alford, T.T. Barrett, J.W. Green, G.W. Hopkins and A.W. Powell, and Samuel Alford was the last survivor of the ten. He had kept up his membership during the fifty-three years since that time.
Mr. Alford had been a member of the Methodist Episcopal church for more than fifty years.
Photos from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife, Mary Massa Fuqua Allford; sons Marion Bruce Allford and Shelton Allen Allford; father John Lambert Allford Sr.; and siblings David H. Allford, Fremont Alford, Harvey Lewis Allford, Nancy Jane Allford Moore, and Rosetta Allford Smith in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
Samuel’s last name is Alford on censuses 1850, 1860, 1880, and 1900. In 1870 it’s Alfred, and in 1910 and 1920, it’s Allford.
From IN Marriages: Samuel Alford married Mary M. Fuqua on 9 Sept 1855 in Hancock Co., IN.
From IN Deaths: Samuel Alford was born 6 Jan 1837 in IN, son of Lambert Alford and Eliza Brawley. He died 24 March 1924 in Eden, Hancock Co., IN. The informant was his wife, Sarah Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Samuel 1837 IN1, John Lambert 1802 VA2, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA3, John 1732 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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SAMUEL EDSALL ALVORD
From Alvord’s History of Noble County, Indiana, p. 144 (see below)
FORT WAYNE JOURNAL-GAZETTE
Fort Wayne, Allen Co. IN—Friday, 16 August 1901
In another article:
WEEKLY REVIEW
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—Wednesday, 21 August 1901
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife, Julia Sweet Alvord; and son Hugh Charles Alvord in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Guy Edgar Alvord in Illinois Obituaries.
Samuel was the author of Alvord’s History of Noble County, Indiana (Logansport, IN: B.F. Bowen, Publisher, 1902). It includes a long biography of Samuel, pages 145–151.
From Church Histories, Obituaries, and Stories of Early Days, Noble County, Indiana, by Frances Dingman Chapter (Kendallville, Ind., 1952), pp. 244–245:
Samuel Alvord … relates that he came to Northport on a visit and stopped at Northport, on the north bank of the Reservoir, (now Sylvan Lake) on the 11th of September, 1849. He had never before been within four hundred miles of Orange Township, and was an entire stranger to everybody except one man—J.C. [Justin Cheney] Alvord, his uncle….
Samuel A. Alvord had been studying law in Northwestern Pennsylvania, and being a consumptive invalid sought change of scene and climate by relaxation…. He did nothing but ramble and lounge and drink in the quiet beauty of sky, and lake, and wood, partaking of the waters of the natural springs … and stayed instead of returning in October as first intended….
Mr. Alvord then states accepting an invitation to teach the winter school in a log house in the woods, eighty rods south and west of the lake, he passed the winter there.
From Samuel Morgan Alvord, A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord An Early Settler of Windsor, Conn. and Northampton, Mass. (Webster, NY: A.D. Andrews, Printer, 1908), pp. 396–398:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
His ALVORD lineage: Samuel Edsall 1824 PA1, Nathan 1798 VT2, Nathan 1766 MA3, Nathan 1731 MA4, John 1685 MA5, Thomas 1653 CT6, Alexander 1627 England7, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England8.
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SAMUEL J. ALFORD
DAILY LEDGER
Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—Tuesday, 23 September 1969
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 22 September 1969
Photo from Memorial Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, IndyScot
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Samuel Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 30 Apr 1916 and died _____ Sept 1969, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Vernon Earl Alford and Alta Ada Mott Alford Jones, in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Samuel Alford married Virginia Osman on 9 Nov 1939 in Marion Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Samuel J. 1916 IN1, Vernon Earl 1881 IN2, Allison Granville 1853 OH3, Andrew 1816 VA4, Henry 1778 VA5, John 1735 Ireland6.
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SAMUEL JUSTICE ALFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 7 February 1957
In another article:
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Monday, 4 February 1957
SAM ALFORD, 73, EXPIRES SUNDAY
FORTVILLE—Sam Alford, 73, Ingalls, died Sunday night [February 3] in the Hancock County Memorial Hospital after a 10-day illness.
He is survived by his widow, Fern; two daughters, Mrs. Anna McKeeman, Mohawk; Miss Patty Alford; Ingalls; one son, Charles, Indianapolis; three sisters, Mrs. Clara Whitaker, Mrs. Nora Jones and Mrs. Cora Moroska, all of Greenfield, one brother, Lafe Alford, also of Greenfield, 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren
The body was taken to the Paul C. Cory Funeral Home in Fortville…. The funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the funeral home…. Burial will be in McCordsville Cemetery.
Photo from McCordsville Cemetery, McCordsville, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife, Eva Estel McCloney Alford Seigel; second wife, Thelma Fern Shultz Alford Jarvis; children Anna Mae Alford McKeeman and Charles Max Alford; parents, Marion Bruce Allford and Analyza Sitton Allford; and brothers Edward Wilburn Alford, Jesse Milton Allford, Lafayette “Lafe” Allford, and William Albert Alford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
The death year on his gravestone is incorrect.
From IN Deaths: Samuel Justus Alford, born 25 Oct 1883 in Hancock Co., IN, died 3 Feb 1957 in Greenfield, Hancock Co.
From IN Marriages: Samuel Alford, age 22, son of B. Alford and _____ Sitton, married Eva McCloney, age 19, daughter of J. McCloney and _____ Steele, on 12 Nov 1904 in Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
On Samuel’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he says he was born 25 Oct 1884 and signs his name Samuel Justice Alford. His nearest relative is Eva Alford of the same address in Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN.
On Samuel Justice Alford’s 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he says he was born 25 Oct 1883. He is age 58, living in Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN. He lists Fern Alford of the same address as his contact and signs his name Sam Aford [sic].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Samuel Justice 1883 IN1, Marion Bruce [ALLFORD] 1858 IN2, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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SAMUEL P. ALFORD
EVENING STAR
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Monday, 23 September 1940
SAM ALFORD, 76, SUCCUMBS HERE
OPERATED GROCERY HERE FOR YEARS
Sam Alford, age 76, prominent retail grocer here for 35 years, passed away at his home, 701 North Johnson avenue, at 1:35 o’clock Sunday afternoon. Mr. Alford had been ill for the past nine months, but had been bedfast only since last Friday.
Services will be held at the Christian church at 2:30 o’clock Tuesday afternoon…. Burial will take place in Greenlawn cemetery….
Mr. Alford was born in Mercer county, Kentucky, on April 30, 1864, the son of Dalton and Martha Britten Alford. He came to Indiana in 1888 and had spent the remainder of his life in Johnson county.
He was well known for his generous and genial disposition, and will be sadly missed by his family and friends
Those surviving are the widow, Mrs. Susan Alford; one daughter, Mrs. Ralph Harmon; two grandsons, Ralph Alford and Dick Alford, and their mother, Mrs. Virgel [sic] Alford. His only son, Virgel Alford, preceded him in death three years ago.
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mark McCrady
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Susan “Susie” Lay Alford; children Ethel Mae Alford Harmon and Virgil James Alford; and brother Homer Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers Forest Alford and William Seymour Alford in Kentucky Obituaries.
Wedding anniversary:
EVENING STAR
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Friday, 28 April 1939
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Samuel P. 1864 KY1, John Dalton 1836 KY2, Payton H. 1808 KY3, John 1782 VA4, Jacob 1757 VA5, James 1715 VA6.
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SAMUEL V. ALFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 28 August 1918
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his siblings Allison Granville Alford, George Andrew Alford, Isaiah Alford, Joseph A. Alford, Nancy Jane Alford Alford, and Winfield S. Alford in this compilation.
In 2023, a Find A Grave photographer reported that no gravestone was located for Samuel and that the cemetery is in “exceptionally bad condition. Many of the headstones are on the ground or moved to an entirely different location.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Samuel V. 1859 IN1, Andrew 1816 VA2, Henry 1778 VA3, John 1735 Ireland4.
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SANDRA KAY ALFORD JOHNSON
Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Service
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—_____ May 2014
Sandy K. Johnson, 70, of Markleville, passed away May 2, 2014, at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital following a brief illness.
She was born March 11, 1944 in Anderson, the daughter of the late Harvey and Marie Pansy (Ruth) Alford. She was a graduate of Anderson High School and a life long Madison County resident. Sandy was a homemaker who liked to do crafts but her real love was her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her children; Patty (fiancé Terry Snyder) Claypool of Noblesville, Wayne (fianceé Tracy Koons) Johnson of Muncie, Bill (wife Misty) Johnson of Daleville; grandchildren, Rachel, Heather, Eric, Sean Anthony, Justin Wayne, Tyler, Steven, Brandon, Jessica, Brooklynn; great grandchildren, Taylor and Evelyn; two sisters and a brother; and her best friend, Bethel Lennis of Anderson.
Sandy was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Johnson.
Photo from Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Don McAllister
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, Harvey James Alford; and sister Cuba Captola “Cappie” Alford Wagner Bond in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
From IN Births: Sandra Kay Alford was born 11 March 1944 in Madison Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Sandra Kay 1944 IN1, Harvey James 1918 IN2, Kenneth Scott [ALLFORD] 1890 IN3, Harvey Lewis [ALLFORD] 1852 IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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SANDRA KAY LARSON ACKERMAN ALFORD
Sandra Kay Alford
Photo from Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home
THE NEWS-EXAMINER
Connersville, Fayette Co., IN—Friday, 3 August 2018
Sandra K. Alford, R.N., 60, of Connersville went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, after suddenly falling ill.
One of four children of Chester Aaron and Frieda Lossee Larson, Sandra was born in Michigan on January 17, 1958. She was raised in South Whitley, Indiana, and graduated from South Whitley High School, where she played in the band and was a cheerleader.
Sandra studied to become a paramedic and worked at Huntington Memorial Hospital. Later, she worked as a paramedic at Marion General Hospital in Marion, Indiana. While in Marion, she met and married her husband, John. They were married in Ringgold, Georgia on July 28, 1984, and had their marriage blessed on June 21, 1986, at St. Paul Catholic Church in Marion.
While still working at Marion General Hospital, Sandra completed classes for her certificate in Nursing. Two years later, she graduated from Indiana University Fort Wayne with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. For many years, she worked in ICU and then became Assistant Director of Nursing for the Medical/Surgical department.
With her family, she moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2000 where she worked in the Emergency Department at Desert Springs Hospital. She then took on a position for University Medical Center at the Rancho Walk-In Clinic.
In 2005, Sandra and her husband moved to Connersville. She worked for Reid Health in Richmond for several years before she started working at St. Vincent Hospital, Anderson, where she was the nighttime House Charge Nurse. She took on the position of as Night House Supervisor and then as QC Manager at Fayette Regional Health System, where she was working at the time of her death.
Besides her husband of 34 years, John Alford, survivors include her son, Austin Ackerman of Connersville; daughter, Elizabeth (Rob) Molloy of Connersville; stepsons, William Alford of Las Vegas and Gary (Debi) Stephens of Muncie, Indiana; a brother, Calvin (Mickie) Larson of Cassville, Missouri; sisters, Sharon (Preston) Bolinger of South Whitley, Indiana and Linda (Jerry) Prater of Tennessee. Additional survivors include her granddaughters, Mellissa Ackerman and Ellissa Ackerman whom Sandra and her husband are helping to raise, Emma Ackerman, and precious twin granddaughters, Addie and Annie Molloy; and two step-grandsons, Aaron and Caleb Stephens.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Dustin Boehm at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, Connersville. Burial will follow in Dale Cemetery. A rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. with visitation to follow until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August, 6, 2018 at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
From IN Marriages: Sandra K. Larson, age 21 born Michigan, married Richard E. Ackerman, age 26 born IN, previously married once and divorced, on 12 Oct 1979 in Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN.
From California, Divorce Index (Ancestry): Sandra and Richard Ackerman were divorced on 25 June 1982 in Lassen Co., CA.
In 2021 a Find A Grave contributor photographed the funeral home marker still placed at Sandra’s grave—no gravestone.
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SANDRA KAY PHILLIPS ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—16 November 1999
Sandra Kay Phillips Alford, 61, Indianapolis, died Nov. 11. She was a warehouse worker 13 years for Polygram.
Services: 1 p.m. Nov. 16 in G.H. Herrmann South East Street Funeral Home. Burial: Floral Park Cemetery.
Survivors: children Tessie Weekly, Tamara Brink Thomas, Cheryl Brown Vermillion, John R. Edwards Jr., William T. Alford Jr. 11 grandchildren 13 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Floral Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Elaine Berkowitz
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sandra K. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 June 1938 and died 11 Nov 1999 [different than gravestone], last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
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SANDRA VANPELT ALFRED
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—20 February 2013
Alfred, Sandra V. Age 69 of Gary, IN, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2013 at her home with her loving family by her side.
She was born to the late Billy and Evelyn Vanpelt on May 9, 1943 in Jonesboro, AR.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Pink and Pearl Roger, Moses and India Vanpelt; husband, Harry Alfred, Jr.; parents, Billy and Evelyn Vanpelt; one sister, Billie Jean Tipton, and one sister-in-law, Millie Vanpelt.
Sandra leaves to cherish her memory, her loving daughter, Harriett C. Alfred of Connecticut; three sisters, Pamela (Jerry) Woodard of Jonesboro, AR, Darlene (Phillip) Bullocks of Kansas City, Missouri and Belinda (Howard) Young of Kansas City, Kansas; four brothers, Earl Hugh Vanpelt, Bernard (Esther) Vanpelt, Nathaniel R. Vanpelt and Donald E. Vanpelt; one uncle, Moses Vanpelt, Jr. and 14 children of Chicago, IL; one aunt, Mattie Ruth Vanpelt and family of Fort Wayne, IN; niece, Sharon Vanpelt and family, Tonya Brown and family, Joy Hawkins and family, Angela Shelton, LaDhana Brown and family, Jessica Bullocks, India Young and Sidney Rae Vanpelt; nephews, Bernard L. Vanpelt Jr. and family, Nathaniel Vanpelt Jr. and family, Quinton Woodard and family, Arvin Vanpelt and family, Phillip Bullocks, Jr; Dr. Michael Vanpelt and family, Lee J. Woodard, Bernard Vanpelt, III and family, Howard Young Jr; Donald Vanpelt Jr., and a host of other cousins, niece, nephews, relatives and friends.
Sandra accepted Christ at an early age at St. Paul AME Church in Jonesboro, AR and later united with First AME Church where she was a member of the Gospel Chorus, Chancel Choir, Missionary, Elite Matrons, Mortgage, Bwiners, Trustee Board, and Allen Day Tea Committee. Sandra taught at Tolleston School for 34 years until her retirement in June, 2000. After retirement, she became an active member of several bridge clubs and enjoyed the company of many players.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Main Chapel at the Ridgelawn Funeral Home, 4201 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408 (219) 980-5555. The Celebration of Sandra V. Alfred’s Life will be Friday, February 22, 2013 at the First AME Church, 2001 Massachusetts Street, Gary, IN…. Burial will be at the Ridgelawn Cemetery.
Sandra will be deeply missed by loving family and dear friends. Also a special thanks to “the West Side Gang,” Margaret Hymes, Patricia Turner and Henrene Averitt for “Tender Loving Care.” God Grant Her Eternal Rest.
Photo from Ridgelawn Cemetery, Gary, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Leslie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sandra V. Alfred (SS# issued in AR), last residence not listed.
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SANDY LYNN KOONS ALFORD
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—17 August 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2003
ELWOOD—Sandy L. (Koons) Alford, 45, Elwood, died Aug. 15, 1999, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis after a brief illness.
She was born Aug. 30, 1953, in Milan, the daughter of Ralph and Ruth M. (Stopher) Koons. She had been a resident of several Madison County communities, including Anderson, Alexandria, Summitville, Frankton and the last six years in Elwood.
She was employed at the Green Acres Nursery & Landscaping Co. in Elwood. She was a 1972 graduate of Anderson High School.
She was devoted to her family and friends with the highlight being her twin grandsons. Her zest of life for her family, friends and co-workers will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She loved her work with flowers, plants, etc. and she continued her work at home adding beauty to her own yard and residence.
Survivors include her husband of 27 years, Robert E. Alford, whom she married Aug. 28, 1971; two daughters, Nichole (husband, Eric) DeLong of Elwood and Michelle (husband, Jason) DeLong of Alexandria; twin grandsons, Dalton Wayne DeLong and Derrick Lee DeLong, both of Elwood; mother, Ruth M. Koons of Alexandria; two sisters, Tammy (husband, James) Greer and Phyllis (husband, James) Cooper, both of Alexandria; mother-in-law, Juanita Soakie of California; sister-in-law, Karen Koons of Alexandria; five nieces; a nephew; and a great-niece.
Her father, Ralph Koons, died Aug. 14, 1998; and a brother, Roger L. Koons, died July 31, 1988.
Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Noffze Funeral Home, Alexandria Chapel, with the Rev. Mike Adams of First Baptist Church of Alexandria officiating. Burial will be in Vinson Memorial Park Cemetery in Summitville....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sandy L. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, Robert Edward Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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SARAH ANN PARSONS GILLEY ALFORD
WASHINGTON GAZETTE
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Saturday, 11 September 1909
AAFA NOTES: From IN Marriages: Sarah Ann Gilley married Charles Alford on 20 Dec 1852 in Daviess Co., IN.
Curiously, in 1860 Charles is living in Powell Co., KY, with his 4 youngest children, including his son Joseph, age 5 born IN, whose mother Sarah is not with the family.
In 1870, Joseph is back with his mother Sarah and 2 of her Gilley children in Reeve, Daviess Co., IN.
In 1880 Sarah Alford, age 67 born KY, and her son Joseph M. Alford, single age 25 born IN, are still in Reeve, Daviess Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her second husband’s lineage: Charles 1801 VA1, John 1768 VA2, Thomas 1736 VA3, John 1696 ??3.
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SARAH ANNE ALFORD SWART
GOSHEN TIMES
Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—Thursday, 8 March 1888
Mrs. Piebe Swart died yesterday afternoon at her home three miles west of Waterford. Funeral will leave the house at 10 o’clock to-morrow, and the services will be conducted at the Christian church at Waterford.
Photo from Violett Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Robert Alford Sr. and Sarah Cart Alford; and siblings Benjamin C. Alford, Delilah Jane Alford Miller, Eleanor C. Alford Chalfant, George Washington Alford, James Melling Alford, Sarah Ann Alford Swart, and William A. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brothers Joseph F. Alford and Robert Alford Jr. in California Obituaries.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Fifth Section. From this document: “Sara A. Alford (Swart)—she was born in Monroe County, Virginia, Dec. 5, 1832. She married Mr. Phebe Swart, Feb. 12, 1856. He was born in Netherlands, Holland, Dec. 5, 1835 and by occupation a farmer and Ex. Co. Supt. of Public Schools and they resided at Goshen, Indiana, where she died Feb. 29, 1888 in her 56th year. They had six children.” These dates conflict with the dates on her gravestone and in her obituary.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her lineage: Sarah Ann 1833 VA1, Robert 1805 VA2, Henry 1778 VA3, John 1735 Ireland4.
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SARAH ANNE PRICE ALFORD
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial by descendant THE FAMILY – used with permission
Source unknown
Zionsville, Boone Co., IN—_____ June 1911
PASSED AWAY SATURDAY AT HOME OF DAUGHTER, AGED 91 YEARS.
Sarah A. Alford was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, April 28, 1820, and died June 17, 1911, aged 91 years, 1 month and 20 days.
She was married to Jonathan Alford, December 25, 1839. Eight children were born to them, Mrs. Minerva Carter, Mrs. T.P. Mills, Mrs. S.P. Essex, James T. and W.B. Alford, who survive her, and Mrs. B.P. Head, Mrs. J. Feeman and little Belle Alford, who have preceded her, the last having died in infancy. Fourteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren live to bless her memory.
She was of English descent, her mother, father and four brothers having been born in England. Mrs. Alford has lived in and near Zionsville since her young girlhood and hence was well and widely known. She joined the M.E. church when 14 years of age and has been a constant and consistent member of the same for the past 77 years. Her husband died in March, 1884.
Funeral services were held at the M. E. church at 2 p.m. Monday…. Interment was had in Zionsville cemetery, south of town….
Photo from Zionsville Cemetery, Zionsville, Boone Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Christine Pellor
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Jonathan C. Alford; and son William Burgess Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son James Tennyson Alford in South Dakota Obituaries.
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SARAH BARBER HATHAWAY ALFORD
DAILY JOURNAL
Logansport, Cass Co., IN—Tuesday, 29 August 1899
Mrs. Alford, wife of Dr. Henry A. Alford, of Galveston [Cass Co.], died Saturday night [August 26] after a long illness. The deceased was a very estimable woman and had many friends in the city and .county.
She was an aunt of County Clerk Flinn and a sister of Sol Hathaway, editor of the Indianapolis Independent. She and her husband had been residents of Galveston for many years, being among the pioneers of that part of the country.
Her husband and one son survive.
The funeral was held from the Universalist church of that place yesterday morning … and interment being made in the cemetery at Walton.
Photo from Vennard Cemetery, Walton, Cass Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Mark
AAFA NOTES: From IN Marriages: Henry Alford married Sarah B. Hathaway on 22 Apr 1856 in Cass Co., IN.
We included the obituary of her daughter-in-law Maud Low Bangs Alford in Montana Obituaries.
From Benjamin W. Dwight, The History of the Descendants of Elder John Strong, of Northampton, Mass., Volume 1, p. 448 (1871):
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From Cook County, Illinois, Deaths Index, 1878-1922 (Ancestry): Henry Alford, born about 1829 in OH, died 23 June 1907 in Chicago, Cook Co., IL, age 78, physician, widowed. His father was born in VA and his mother in Ireland.
In 1850 (October 14), Henry, age 20 born OH, is living in Richland, Fairfield Co., OH, with Fielding Alford 70 VA, Mary Alford 64 Ireland, and John Alford 23 OH.
It might also be this Henry listed with 20 other students, ages 17–24, in 1850 (July 30) in Delaware, Delaware Co., OH, age 20 OH.
Fielding Alford’s War of 1812 Pension Application (Ancestry) provides the following information:
Service: Pvt., Capt. Rodger’s Co., Pa. Mil.
Enlisted: 10 Apr 1813
Residence 1850: Fairfield Co., OH
Maiden name of widow: Mary Hemphill
Marriage: 13 Sept 1814 in Tuscorora Valley, Mifflin Co., PA
Death of soldier: 19 Feb 1854 in Rushville, Fairfield Co., OH
Death of widow: 17 June 1872 in Rushville, Fairfield Co., OH
In Fielding Alford’s 1853 will (AAFA ACTION, Summer 1994, p. 10), he names his 5 children: Robert P., Henry, Jane, Margaret Murphey, and Sarah Ann Albright.
Fielding Alford (1787–1854) is buried in West Rushville Cemetery, West Rushville, Fairfield Co., OH.
Her husband’s lineage: Henry 1828 OH1, Fielding 1787 VA2.
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SARAH CART ALFORD
GOSHEN TIMES
Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—Thursday, 26 February 1880
DEATH OF MRS. SARAH CART ALFORD
Sarah Cart was born in Monroe county, Va., May 5th, 1809; was married to Robert Alford, in the same county, October 11th, 1827, and soon after they became members of the Presbyterian church, of which Mrs. Alford was a constant member up to the time of her death. In 1835, she, with her husband, moved to this county, where she lived until her death, which took place at her residence in Elkhart township, February 17th, 1880. The deceased was 70 years, 9 months, and 12 days old when she died. She was married 52 years, 4 months and six days.
For eighteen months past she was a victim to that dreadful disease, paralysis, but she bore her sufferings with untiring patience, never complaining, although she was unable to speak for two weeks before she died. She was a true wife and a devoted mother. Then let us hope in the language of Scripture, “I go to prepare a place for you,” in the golden Summer land. Father, children and mother will gather again in a sweet re-union where parting will be no more.
The deceased was the mother of Mrs. W.H. Miller, of this city. She was buried in the Waterford graveyard, February 19th….
Photo from Violett Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Robert Alford Sr.; and children Benjamin C. Alford, Delilah Jane Alford Miller, Eleanor C. Alford Chalfant, George Washington Alford, James Melling Alford, Sarah Ann Alford Swart, and William A. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons Joseph F. Alford and Robert Alford Jr. in California Obituaries.
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SARAH F. GILL ALFORD
THE COURIER
Lincoln, Lancaster Co., NE—Saturday, 4 November 1899
Mrs. S.A. Alford, mother of Mrs. M.H. Garten of this city, died Sunday night [October 29] at her home in Thorntown, Indiana. Mrs. Garten had been with her for about two weeks.
Photo from Old Thorntown Cemetery, Thorntown, Boone Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Teresa Grissom
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her daughter, Josephine Alford Allen; and daughters-in-law Etta Test Alford and Rose Bickley Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Mary Frances Alford Garten in Nebraska Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her husband’s lineage: John Tennyson 1822 NC1, John 1786 NC2.
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SARAH ISABELLE ALLFORD BEAVER
Sarah in about 1937
Photo from RonTaylor405’s Indiana Taylor Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—5 August 2005
Sarah I. Beaver 95, Indianapolis, died Wed., Aug. 3, 2005. Services are private. Arrangements: Shirley Brothers E. Washington St. Memorial Chapel.
Photo from Anderson Cemetery, Warren Park, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, TASM
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sarah I. Beaver (SS# issued in IN) was born 11 May 1910, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Walter Scott Allford and Ada Layer “Addie” Wynn Allford; and siblings John Lambert Allford, Martha Ethel “Mattie” Allford Bolander, and Raymond Carl Allford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Rena Letitia Allford Taylor in Michigan Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Sarah Isabelle 1910 IN1, Walter Scott 1865 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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SARAH J. MALONE ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—22 January 1929
Mrs. John Alford, 76, died at her home three miles south of Granger, following a month’s illness from influenza.
Mrs. Alford was born Dec 29, 1850 in Holmes county, Ohio, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Malone. She moved to Indiana with her parents at the age of 13. Her marriage to Mr. Alford took place Dec. 8, 1880
She is survived by her husband, two sons, Newton Alford, of 1217 Columbia avenue, and Albert Alford, at home; and five grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at the home at 1:30 Thursday afternoon, with the Rev. Mr. Willard of the Pentecostal church, South Bend, in charge. Burial will be in the Goshen Cemetery.
Photos from Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
In front of the large Alford monument, left to right: Elizabeth, Royal, Sarah, John
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, John Newton Alford; and sons Albert L. Alford and Newton Orvil Alford in this compilation.
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SARAH JANE BAUGHMAN ALFORD
DAILY BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Wednesday, 20 February 1946
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Ralph Blakeslee Alford, in this compilation.
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SARAH JANE SHOWALTER ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Monday, 10 April 1939
AGED WOMAN OF NEAR BUENA VISTA EXPIRES
Mrs. Sarah Jane Alford, 86, widow of James Alford, a Civil War veteran, expired Sunday night [April 9] at 10:45 o’clock at her home near Buena Vista. A complication of diseases caused her death.
Her husband preceded her in death in 1914.
Survivors include one son, James E. Alford of near Clarksburg; two daughters, Mrs. Ida L. Siders and Miss Pearl Alford at home; and one brother, Joseph Showalter of Decatur county.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock in the Buena Vista Christian church, of which she was a member … and burial will be in Stipps Hill cemetery.
Photo from Stipps Hill Cemetery, Franklin Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Raymond Riley
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Ida Ellen Alford Siders and James E. Alford in this compilation.
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SARAH MARGARET ALFORD WEBBER
COURIER & PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Sunday, 5 August 2001
WASHINGTON [Daviess Co.], IN—Sarah Margaret Alford Webber, 85, died on Saturday, August 4, 2001, at her home.
Survivors include four daughters, Carolyn Kearns of Easton, Maryland, Sharon Grannan of Lima, Ohio, Janet McGee of Washington, and Donna Hendrick of Cannelburg; a son, Jack Webber of Newburgh; two sisters, Cleo Brochin and Rose Theroff, both of Washington; 13 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Eric Webber, in 1964, and a daughter, Shirley Ann Webber, in infancy.
Lee Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Saint John Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cynthia Stuffle Sellers
Photo posted May 2013
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sarah M. Webber (SS# issued in IN) was born 24 Jan 1916, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her siblings Cleophas Agnes “Cleo” Alford Brochin, Richard Thomas Alford (with family photo), Rose Eileen Alford Theroff, and William Eugene Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother James Andrew “Brother Max” Alford in Louisiana Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Sarah Margaret 1916 IN1, Thomas Everett 1885/1884 IN2, James M. 1857 OH3, Isaac 1834 OH4, Oliver 1789 MA5, Elijah 1757 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT8, Josiah 1649 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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SCEOLA BELLE TOWER ALFORD
JOURNAL AND COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—Tuesday, 26 January 1954
In another article:
ANDERSON HERALD
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Wednesday, 27 January 1954
Final rites for Mrs. Belle Alford, 91, who died Monday [January 25] at the Pilgrim Holiness Old People’s Home, Frankfort [Clinton Co., IN], will be conducted this morning at the church home, Frankfort.
Interment will be in East Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson.
She was the daughter of the Rev. and Mrs. M.F. Tower [sic: N.F.], and was a former Anderson resident.
Photo from Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Don McAllister
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Cyrus Alford, in this compilation.
From Ancestry family trees: Sceola Belle Tower was the daughter of Nathaniel Fayette Tower and Rachel Stevens.
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SELMA LEONE ALFORD
ELKHART TRUTH
Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—30 November 1966
Thelma [sic] Leone Alford, formerly of 430 Aspenwald, died in a Fort Wayne hospital at 1 a.m. today.
She was born on Aug 12, 1907, in Elkhart and is survived by a sister, Mrs. William H. (Evelyn) Schult.
Friends may call at the Stemm-Bale Funeral Home from 3 to 5 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Funeral services will be held there at 11 a.m. Friday with the Rev. Garth Shepard of Castle EUB officiating. Burial will be in Gracelawn Cemetery.
Photo from Grace Lawn Cemetery, Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Ashton
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, James E. Alford; and grandfather, George Washington Alford in this compilation.
Although she is listed as Thelma in her obituary, her gravestone and her father’s obituary list her as Selma.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her lineage: Selma Leone 1907 IN1, James E. 1858 IN2, George Washington 1830 VA3, Robert 1805 VA4, Henry 1778 VA5, John 1735 Ireland6.
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SEVILLA “VILLA” BRAWLEY ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Monday, 20 May 1935
MRS. VILLA ALFORD, 81, WIDOW OF JUDGE, DIES
Mrs. Villa B. Alford, 81 years ol, widow of Fremont Alford, who was judge of Criminal Court two terms, died yesterday afternoon in her home, 2428 East Tenth street, after an illness of two weeks.
She was born in New Paris, O., and had made her home on the East side forty-eight years. Her husband died five years ago. They were, married in 1884.
Funeral services will be held in the home at 10:30 o’clock Wednesday morning. Burial will be in Crown Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was a member of the Unitarian Church, Brookside chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, the McGuffey Club of Indianapolis and the Children’s Sunshine Club of Sunnyside: She was the first president of the Parent-Teacher Association of school No. 54.
Survivors are a daughter, Miss Gertrude Alford; a son, Harry B, Alford; two grandchildren, Robert Fremont Alford and Mrs. Louise Meyer, and two great grandsons, Alford Meyer and William Meyer.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, CKHoosier
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Fremont Alford; and children, Frank Edgar Alford, Harry B. Alford, Luther Todd Alford, and Nora Gertrude Alford Blake Johnson; in this compilation.
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SHARRIE LIN ALFORD BROWN MCCONNELL
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 1 December 2017
GREENFIELD
Sharrie Alford McConnell, 58, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, November 13, 2017.
She was born in Greenfield on September 17, 1959, daughter of the late Walter G. Alford and Shirley A. (Holt) Alford.
Sharrie was a graduate of Greenfield Central High School and worked and lived in the Greenfield area her entire life. She enjoyed camping, bonfires and spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband Steve McConnell, son Jason (Jennifer) Brown, grandchildren Sabrina, Landon, Elijah and Carson, Sister Cindy Alford Foster all of Greenfield, Uncle Dr. Richard (Carolyn) Holt of San Antonio Texas and many special nieces, nephews and cousins that were dear to her heart.
She was preceded in death by her parents, son Gary McConnell and sister Connie Alford.
Friends and family are welcome to attend a memorial service and celebration of life open house on Sunday December 3rd from 1:30–4:30 pm at the Eden United Methodist Church 2122 E. Eden Rd. Greenfield, IN 46140.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Walter George Alford and Shirley Anne Holt Alford; and sister Connie Jo Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Sharrie Lin Alford married Michael Anthony Brown on 5 March 1980 in Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Sharrie Lin 1959 IN1, Walter George 1932 IN2, William Clarence 1890 IN3, Shelton Allen [ALLFORD] 1868 IN4, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN5, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA6, John 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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SHELTON ALLEN ALLFORD
Photo posted to their Find A Grave memorials by Greg Murphy—used with permission
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Saturday, 15 June 1940
SHELTON A. ALLFORD
Shelton A., son of Samuel and Mary Allford, was born near Eden on July 5, 1868, and passed away June 3, 1940, at the age of 71 years, 10 months and 29 days. Of a family of nine children, one sister survives.
He attended school at what was called the Purdue school house. On August 29, 1889, he was united in marriage to Effie Roberts. To this union were born two children.
He had been a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows for forty years.
He is survived by the wife, two children, William C. Allford and Flossie F. Kinsey; a sister, Mrs. Cora Rash, of Indianapolis; four grandchildren, Harold and Bobby Kinsey, Walter Allford, and Mrs. Georgia Holiday and many other relatives and friends.
For eighteen months the grandparents have lived with Glen and Georgia Holiday and their kindness towards them has been greatly appreciated.
Photo from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Effie Leora Roberts Allford; children Flossie Fern Allford Kinsey and William Clarence “Mack” Alford; parents, Samuel Allford and Mary Massa Fuqua Allford; and brother Marion Bruce Allford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Shelton A. Alford and Effie L. Roberts were married in Hancock Co., IN, on 29 Aug 1889.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: Shelton Allen 1868 IN1, Samuel 1837 IN2, John Lambert 1802 VA3, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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SHERRA MAE ALFORD
SHELBYVILLE NEWS
Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—Saturday, 29 November 2008
Sherra Mae Alford, 71, of Flat Rock died Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008.
Born May 21, 1937, in Shelbyville, she was the daughter of W. Harold and Ruth (Keith) Alford.
Survivors include her sisters, Ruth (husband, Robert) Smith of Edinburgh, Jane Alford of Flat Rock and Alicia (husband, Larry) Platt of Sugar Hill, Ga.; 30 nieces and nephews; 50 great-nieces and -nephews; and seven great-great-nieces and -nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Barbara Taylor; brothers, Robert “Pete” Alford, Donald “Jim” Alford, Paul “Sam” Alford and Ronald “Ronnie” Alford; a great-niece; and a great-nephew.
Ms. Alford was a lifelong Shelby County resident. She retired from Plastic Moldings Co. in 1999. She previously had been employed for many years at Overhead Door and the former Garment Factory.
Ms. Alford loved camping and collecting lighters. She also enjoyed spending time with her family.
Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Freeman Family Funeral Homes, Carmony-Ewing Harrison Street Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home…. Interment will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association … or Downs Syndrome Support Group….
Photo from Forest Hill Cemetery, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna Hardebeck
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sherra Mae Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Flat Rock, Shelby Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her mother, Etta Mae Ruth Keith Williams Alford; and brothers Donald James “Jimbo” Alford, Paul Samuel Alford, Robert Joseph “Pete” Alford, and Ronald William Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Sherra Mae 1937 IN1, William Harold 1911 IN2, James Stanley 1883 IN3, James Madison 1841 IN4, George Washington 1817 IN5, James 1791 VA6, John 1768 VA7, Thomas 1736 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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SHERRY ANN ALLFORD COLLINS
Senior photo, 1954 Fortville High School, Fortville, Hancock Co., IN
From:
“Fortville High School Class of 1954”
COMMUNITY SHOPPER
Fortville, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 27 April 2004
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Tuesday, 13 March 2012
FORTVILLE—Sherry A. (Allford) Collins, 76, of Fortville, passed away March 11, 2012 at her home.
She was born Jan. 19, 1936, in Hancock County, to the late Carl S. and Lucille (Burk) Allford and was a 1954 graduate of Fortville High School. Sherry was a member of the Fortville Christian Church and an honorary retired member of Psi Iota Xi. She also owned and published the Fortville Community Shopper for more than 25 years. She loved watching her grandchildren play sports, was an avid basketball fan—especially IU—and enjoyed attending Ball State softball games and Mount Vernon football games.
Sherry is survived by her husband, Dale “Dick” Collins, whom she married Sept. 5, 1957; daughter, Jane (Michael) White; son, Jeffery (Janet) Collins; grandchildren, Alyssa (fiancé, J.D. Hill) Collins and Jason Collins, all of Fortville; brother, Wayne (Carolyn) Allford of Greenfield; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her Aunt Mary Ginder.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Seals Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Fortville. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the chapel at Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Carl Shelton Allford and Agnes Lucile Burk Allford; and brother Richard Wayne Allford in this compilation.
Birth announcement:
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Sunday, 26 January 1936
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her ALLFORD lineage: Sherry Ann 1936 IN1, Carl Shelton 1912 IN2, John Raymond 1892 IN3, John L. 1862 IN4, Samuel 1837 IN5, John Lambert 1802 VA6, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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SHIRLEY ANN ALFORD ZIRKLE
Fairmount, Grant Co., IN—_____ September 2024
Shirley A. (Alford) Zirkle, 88, of Fairmount, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, September 2, 2024 surrounded by her family.
She was born on August 19, 1936, to the late Leon and Mary (Rudicel) Alford. A proud graduate of Marion High School, Class of 1954, Shirley married the love of her life, Ulric Zirkle, on February 26, 1955, and together they raised five children.
Shirley was a hardworking woman who wore many hats throughout her life. She worked cleaning houses, babysitting, and working at the Dime Store, Marion Glove Factory, Hills Department Store, and mowing at County Line Trailer Court. Later in life, she fulfilled her entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating C & S Kitchen at Round Robbins Bingo, where she retired.
A devout Christian, Shirley faithfully attended Fairmount Wesleyan Church, where she was known to faithfully give out as many hugs as possible. And also a part of Kids Hope. Her kindness and joy were well known by all who met her. Shirley was known for her warm hugs, her nurturing spirit as “everybody’s mom,” and her love for traveling to Branson, Missouri.
She will be remembered as a sweetheart—happy, outgoing, and always ready to spend time with her children and grandchildren. Her legacy of love and kindness lives on through her family and the countless lives she touched. Shirley will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Shirley is survived by her children, Cathy (Craig) Sullivan of Fairmount, John (Jody) Zirkle of Fairmount, Bill (Cindy) Zirkle of Fairmount, Bob Zirkle of Yorktown, and Eric (Heather) Zirkle of Swayzee; grandchildren, Ryan Knipp, Jason (Deshae) Knipp, Cory (Shannon) Zirkle, Brandon Zirkle, Jordan Zirkle, Braden Zirkle, Jacob Zirkle, Shelby (Jacob) Martin, Micah Zirkle, Sarah Zirkle, and Erin Zirkle; 12 great grandchildren; sister-in-law’s, Barb Alford of Jonesboro and Joy Alford of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in passing by her parents, Leon and Mary Alford; husband, Ulric Zirkle; siblings, Phyllis (Max) Philippe, Richard Alford, and Leon Alford Jr.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Life Celebration Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 S. Main Street, Fairmount, IN…. A service will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. A burial will follow at Park Cemetery in Fairmount, Indiana….
Photo from Park Cemetery, Fairmount, Grant Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LYoung
Photo posted in 2015.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, Leon Alford Sr.; and siblings Leon Alford Jr. and Phyllis J. Alford Phillippe in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Richard Eugene Alford in Tennessee Obituaries.
From IN Births: Shirley Ann Alford was born 19 Aug 1936 in Grant Co., IN.
Her lineage: Shirley Ann 1936 IN1, Leon 1913 IN2, Lavern Phillip 1892 IN3, John R. 1868 IN4, William 1841 PA5, John 1821 PA6.
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SHIRLEY ANNE HOLT ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 29 January 2010
Shirley Anne Alford joined her family in heaven unexpectedly on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010, following a brief illness.
Shirley was born at home in Anderson, on Sept. 30, 1933, to her loving parents Tyner and Ina Mae Holt. She married her life long partner and best friend Walter Alford on June 26, 1953.
Shirley was a graduate of Greenfield High School and worked at Western Electric until becoming a mother to the 1st of her three daughters, Connie Jo Alford of Greenfield, Cynthia Lee Alford-Foster of Greenfield and Sharrie Lin Alford-McConnell of Willow Branch. After raising her daughters to their teens, Shirley returned to work in 1974 for the Greenfield-Central Schools where she was a “grandmother” to many students and retired after 33 years of service in 2007. Shirley is also survived by a brother, Dr. Richard Holt of San Antonio, Texas; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one niece; one nephew; seven great nieces and nephews.
Walter was received in heaven on May 4, 2004. Shirley also has a grandson Gary Adam McConnell waiting for his grandmother since his passing in July of 2006.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday Feb. 1, 2010, at Stillinger Family Funeral Home, Pasco Chapel in Greenfield. Burial will follow at Eden Cemetery in Greenfield….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Shirley Anne Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Walter George Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughters Connie Jo Alford and Sharrie Lin Alford McConnell in this compilation
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SONJA SUE ALFORD HOLLOWAY
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
Photo from Smith & Sons Funeral Home
POST & MAIL
Columbia City, Whitley Co., IN—Tuesday, 15 November 2016
Sonja S. Holloway, 74, of Columbia City, died Sunday, November 13, 2016 at her home.
She was born November 3, 1942 in Huntington County, Indiana a daughter of Russell T. and Zelda H. (Schoeff) Alford. Her formative years were spent in Huntington and she graduated from Huntington High School. On October 5, 1963 she married Jerry L. Holloway. They always made their home in Columbia City, moving to their present home in 1969. Mr. Holloway died July 25, 2011.
Sonja was employed at Our Sunday Visitor in 1964, Bond Flex Rubber for a few years and STAFCO for five years, Thomson’s Motor Sales for 11 years, Harker Insurance Agency for over four years then co-owned and operated Holloway Lawn Service from 1981 until 2004. In 1990 Sonja and Jerry began working for Schrader Real Estate & Auction Company. Her memberships included LA Breakfast Club in Ligonier and several car clubs.
Surviving relatives include four siblings, James Alford of Syracuse, Jack Alford of Huntington, Barbara Biberstein of Bluffton and Nancy Rice of Huntington; several nieces and nephews; and her special friend and neighbor, Whitney Shoda of Columbia City.
There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements are entrusted to Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Russell Thomas Alford and Zelda Helen Schoeff Alford; and siblings Jack Allen Alford and Nancy Joan Alford Rice in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother James Clarence Alford in Florida Obituaries.
Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her lineage: Sonja Sue 1942 IN1, Russell Thomas 1908 IN2, Joseph 1873 KY3, Thomas Atchinson 1844 IN4, John William 1811 England5, John 1783 England6, John 1759 England7, Edward 1725 England8, Robert bef 1699 England9.
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STANLEY RICHARD ALFORD
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Tuesday, 29 September 1987
Stanley R. Alford Sr., 54, died Sunday [September 27] in Parkview Memorial Hospital.
The Buena Vista native retired in 1985 as a machine operator after 30 years with Zollner Corp. He was a veteran and a member of American Legion Post 409.
Surviving are his wife Carolyn; two sons; his father Leonard of Spencerville Ohio; a brother Gene H. of Galesburg Michigan; and two grandchildren.
Services are 1 pm Thursday in DO McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home 4017 Maplecrest Road…. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery.
Photo from Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LMafera
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that S.R. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 7 Feb 1933 and died [Tuesday] 15 Sept 1987, last residence Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN.
See the obituary of his son Gregory Andrew Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Stanley Richard Alford was born 7 Feb 1933 in Buena Vista, Franklin Co., IN, son of Leonard H. Alford and Merle M. Parker.
His lineage: Stanley Richard 1933 IN1, Leonard Henry 1908 IN2, Frank 1882 IN3, William 1841 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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SIMS ALFORD
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Sunday, 7 October 2001
Alford, Sims, 71, of Gary [Lake Co., IN], formerly of Mer Rouge [Morehouse Parish], La., passed away Sept. 30.
Visitation 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today at Smith, Bizzell, Warner & Son Funeral Home, Gary. Services at 11 a.m. Monday at Davis Memorial AME Church, Gary. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery, Gary.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sims Alford (SS# issued in LA) was born 27 May 1930, last residence Gary, IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Hazel Belle Wilson Alford; and his son Kenneth Quinn Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother William McKinley Alford in Louisiana Obituaries.
From SSACI: Sims Alford, black, was born 28 May 1930 in Morehouse Parish, LA, son of Dewey Alford and Mary A. Banks.
From Louisiana, Compiled Marriage Index (Ancestry): Sims Alford, black, married Hazel Wilson on 13 Oct 1951 in Bastrop, Morehouse Parish, LA.
His lineage: Sims 1930 LA, Dewey 1907 LA2, Sims 1853 LA3.
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STEPHANIE JEAN ALFORD
JOURNAL & COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—19 February 2014
Stephanie Jean “Stephie” Alford, 22, of Lafayette, passed away at IU Health Arnett Hospital at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2014.
Born January 31, 1992 in Lafayette, she was the daughter of Steve Alford (wife, Brandy) of Lafayette and Amy Foley of Monticello. She was a member of Eastwoods Christian Church in Lafayette.
Surviving with her parents is her son, Xavier Paul Alford-LeHay and Xavier’s father, Donnie LaHay-Windsor both of Dayton, Ohio, her five brothers and four sisters, Leigha Dawn Robinson, Brittany Alford, Zach Alford, Jacob Alford, Austin Lush, Morgan Zink, Auston Martin, Logan Martin, and Kaylee Martin; maternal grandmother, Sharon Foley of Lafayette, maternal step-grandmother, Teresa Foley of Lafayette, paternal grandmother, Cindy Barton (husband, Robert) of Lafayette; five aunts and uncles and numerous cousins.
Stephie was a loved daughter, granddaughter, mother, and sister. She was a very outgoing soul who will be missed dearly. Her friends and family loved her smile that lit up the hearts of all who were blessed to see it. She loved roller coasters, animals, and getting her way. She worked with her dad on all his big ideas, begrudgingly sometimes, but always with a smile. Showing video clips of her son, Xavier, to all those she loved made her day, saying, “he is the cutest baby ever”. Those who loved her will forever cherish and miss the short time we had with her here on earth. She is now in heaven with her grandpa Steve, great grandmother “Grammy” Jean, who she was named after and grandpa Richard, who is tickling her ear lobe just about now. We love you very, very much Stephanie Jean Alford.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, at Hippensteel Funeral Home. Visitation also one hour prior to the funeral service Saturday at 11 a.m. at Eastwoods Christian Church, 5872 E. 50 S., Lafayette, IN…. Burial to follow at Battle Ground Cemetery….
Photos from Battle Ground Cemetery, Battle Ground, Tippecanoe Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JANET (Simmerman) BARNABY
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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STEPHEN W. ALFORD
TIMES SENTINEL
Zionsville, Boone Co., IN—Wednesday, 30 April 2014
Stephen W. Alford, 62, of Lebanon, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2014.
He was born Nov. 12, 1951, in Anderson, to Jim W. and Sue Ann (Wihebrink) Alford. He was a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School.
Steve was a paramedic and firefighter and retired from the former Washington Township Fire Department in Indianapolis. He also had coached his sons’ baseball and basketball teams, and was a former Boy Scout leader.
He is survived by his wife, Sue (Strack) Alford, whom he married Oct. 10, 1981; children, Matthew Steven (Selina) Alford of Noblesville, Michael Steven (Jenny) Alford of Akron, Ohio, Brian Eugene (Cassie) Alford of Lebanon, Amanda Claire Alford of Lafayette, and Patrick Ward Alford of Noblesville; grandchildren, Jackson Fields, and Trevor, Jaran, Alexander and Lily Alford; brother, Tim (Lynn) Alford of Naples, Fla.; and sister, Virginia (Doug) Warner of Indianapolis.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Alan Alford.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Seals Funeral Home, 122 W. Staat St., Fortville. A Celebration of Steve’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jacque Gates
Photo posted in 2022
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list yet his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Susan M. Strack Alford; parents, James Ward Alford and Sue Ann Wihebrink Alford; and brother Albert Alan Alford in this compilation.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Stephen W. 1951 IN1, James Ward 1923 IN2, Thomas Ward 1888 IN3, John Lambert 1835 IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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STEVEN EUGENE ALFORD
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—_____ September 2006
Steven E. Alford, 46, Anderson, died Sept. 4, 2006, at his residence.
He was born April 14, 1960, in Anderson, and resided most of his life in Anderson, growing up in Pendleton.
Survivors include his fiancée, Dolly Tullis of Anderson; his mother, Phyllis J. (Gamble) Alford of Markleville; two daughters, Darcie and Tracie; two brothers, Michael (wife, Robyne) Alford of Pendleton and Gary (wife, Marge) Alford of Bryceville, Fla., two sisters, Teresa (husband, Bob) Ryle of Alexandria and Tammy Park of Markleville; several grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Norman E. Alford, in 1993.
A graveside service will be held in 2 p.m. Monday at Mendon Cemetery, south of Pendleton….
Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Serice and Crematory, Lahm Chapel, 211 E. State St., Pendleton….
Photo from Mendon Cemetery, Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tammy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Steven E. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Markleville, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his mother, Phyllis Joan Gamble Alford; and paternal grandparents, Jesse Milton Allford and Elsie Grace Maroska Allford, in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name both Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Steven Eugene 1960 IN1, Norman Eugene 1929 IN2, Jesse Milton [ALLFORD] 1885 IN3, Marion Bruce [ALLFORD] 1858 IN4, Samuel 1837 [ALLFORD] IN5, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA6, John 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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SUE ANN WIHEBRINK ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 26 May 2009
Sue Ann (Wihebrink) Alford, 83, Fortville, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at home. Mrs. Alford was born on April 17, 1926 in Anderson, to the late Joseph and Amanda (Funk) Wihebrink.
She is survived by son, Timothy (Lynn) Alford of Texas; son, Stephen (Susan) Alford of Lebanon, Ind.; son, Alan Alford of McCordsville; daughter, Virginia Alford of Indianapolis; ten grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Ward Alford.
Friends may call from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2009, at Seals Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Fortville. Private family burial will be held later.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society….
In another article:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 18 June 2009
“The whole family: Mrs. Sue Alford (center) shown with (from left) son Alan, daughter Virginia, son Steve, husband Jim and son Tim.”
WOMAN LOVED BIG FAMILY, TRAVEL, CRAFTS
By Chris Speckman
FORTVILLE—What started as a Girls Scout project ended up as a career for Sue Alford.
For more than a decade, Mrs. Alford ran J & S Ceramics in Fortville with the help of her husband, Jim. She first took a liking to the hobby back when her daughter Virginia needed to earn an art badge for Girls Scouts.
“She really enjoyed doing it at home,” her daughter Virginia said. “People always wanted to come paint with her. She loved being able to do it (as a job).”
Mrs. Alford, 83, died on Sunday, May 24, at her home in Fortville after losing her battle with cancer. Along the way, she crafted a nice life for herself, working hard while still enjoying the company of those closest to her.
Growing up with her three brothers, Virginia remembers her mother’s no-nonsense approach to parenting. “She was from the older school,” Virginia said. “She was a good mom, but you couldn’t get away with much.”
While her children were young, Mrs. Alford served as a stay-at-home mom. When they were all off at school, she began working at Heche’s variety store, which was owned by relatives on her father’s side of the family.
After an extended stint at Heche’s, Mrs. Alford opened up the ceramics shop out of her home before finding a different location in town years later. She retired from ceramics nearly 20 years ago, enabling her to spend more time traveling the country with her husband. The snowbirds spent most winters in Florida.
Besides travel, Mrs. Alford also took pleasure in hosting family functions. Between her four children, 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, she always had plenty of company to entertain.
Even during her final months when her health deteriorated, Mrs. Alford spent her days surrounded by those she held dear.
“She loved her family and friends,” Virginia said. “She loved being here in Fortville.”
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sue Ann Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, James Ward Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and sons Albert Alan Alford and Stephen W. Alford in this compilation.
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SUE ELLEN JONES ALFORD
Aunt of Christopher Scott Marshall, AAFA #1576
“Roger and Sue 1986”
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
HERALD BULLETIN
Anderson, Madison Co., IN—Saturday, 8 March 2008
PENDLETON—Sue Ellen (Jones) Alford, 65, of Pendleton, passed away March 5, 2008, in Indianapolis.
She was born April 14, 1942, in Carthage, the daughter of George and Ruth (Moore) Jones. She married Roger Alford on June 17, 1961.
Sue was a member of the Order of Eastern Star 138 and 154, White Shrine of Jerusalem, the Madison County Ladies’ Shrine Club, the Lions Club of Pendleton, the First Christian Church of Pendleton and Beta Sigma Phi. She had worked for the parks department of Pendleton.
Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Roger Alford; daughters, Felicia (Byron) Dailey and Lisa (Roger) Davis; one niece and one nephew.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Martha Barksdale.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory, Lahm Chapel, Pendleton. Memorial services will be conducted by the OES, Beta Sigma Phi and White Shrine of Jerusalem. Burial will be at Grove Lawn Cemetery....
Photo from Grove Lawn Cemetery, Pendleton, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Brenda Shanafelt
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sue Ellen Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Pendleton, Madison Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Roger William Alford, in this compilation.
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SUSIE A. HUTCHINGS ALFORD
THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—Monday, 27 May 1996
Susie A. Alford, 86, of Liberty Center [Wells Co., IN] died Friday [May 24] in Wells Community Hospital. The Nathan, Ark., native retired in 1974 from Memcor in Huntington and was the widow of Walter, who died in 1973.
Surviving are daughters, Helen White of Pike City, Ark., Maye G. Blair of Huntington, Erma Pequignot of Columbia City and B.J. Gray of Liberty Center; sons, J.W. of Delight, Ark., and James of Markle; a sister, Carrie Conatser of Murfreesboro, Ark.; brothers, Thomas Hutchings of Russellville, Ark., and Mack Hutchings of Benton, Ark.; 23 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.
Local calling is 2 to 8 p.m. today in Thoma/Rich, Hewitt & Chaney Funeral Home, Bluffton. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday in First Christian Church, Murfreesboro. Memorials are to the American Heart Association.
Photo from Academy Cemetery, Nathan, Pike Co., AR—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Darlene Watson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Susie Alford (SS# issued in AR) was born 3 Feb 1910, last residence Liberty Center, Wells Co., IN.
See the obituary of her son James Thomas Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her children Helen S. Alford White and Joseph Walter Franklin Alford in Arkansas Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her husband’s lineage: Walter 1901 AR1, Joseph Riley 1874 AR2, Joseph David 1842 AR3, David Winston 1823 AL4, David 1785 VA5, Robert 1760 England6.
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SUSAN A. ALVORD
NEW YORK HERALD
New York, NY—Sunday, 5 November 1876
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of her brother Edgerton A. Alvord in Connecticut Obituaries; and her brother Alwyn Alonzo Alvord in Colorado Obituaries.
Her Find A Grave memorial shows a large Alvord tomb/mausoleum, which appears to be locked, in Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, Kings Co., NY, with no individual marker.
From Samuel Morgan Alvord, A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord An Early Settler of Windsor, Conn. and Northampton, Mass. (Webster, NY: A.D. Andrews, Printer, 1908), pp. 508–509:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
Her ALVORD lineage: Susan A. 1875 NJ1, Alwyn Alonzo 1839 NY2, Alonzo Alwyn 1802 CT3, John 1774 CT4, John 1750 CT5, Elisha 1717 MA6, Thomas 1683 MA7, Thomas 1653 CT8, Alexander 1627 England9, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England10.
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SUSAN B. ALFORD
EVENING REPUBLICAN
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Wednesday, 3 November 1937
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Mary Berry Alford, which includes a photo of the family burial plot; and siblings James B. Alford, Martha B. “Mattie” Alford Doss, Oliver Perry Alford, and Richard F. Alford Jr. in this compilation. We included the obituary of her father, Richard F. Alford Sr., in Tennessee Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Susan Alford died 2 Nov 1937 in Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN. She was born 11 Nov 1879 in KY, son of Richard Alford and Mary Berry. She was buried in Garland Brook Cemetery.
Susan is buried in Garland Brook Cemetery, Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN, but she has no gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Susan B. 1879 KY1, Richard F. 1832 KY2, Nathaniel 1785 KY3, Charles 1752 VA4, James 1715 VA5.
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SUSAN ELIZABETH SNYDER ALVORD
“Lawrence and Susan Alvord”
Photo from Lorie Doty’s Rader/Abercrombie Family Tree (Ancestry)
Source unknown—posted to Ancestry family trees
Putnam Co., IN—Friday, 30 November 1934
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Lawrence R. Alvord; and children Catherine Eliza Alvord Bowman Stone, George Washington Alvord, and Mary Elizabeth Alvord Rader in this compilation.
In various records, her last name is listed as Snyder and Snider.
From IN Deaths: On her death certificate, Susan Elizabeth Alvord, widow, died 30 Nov 1934 in Greencastle, Putnam Co., IN. She was born 8 Oct 1857 in IN, the daughter of Henry Snider and Eliza Adams. Mrs. Ernest Rader [her daughter] was the informant.
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SUSAN GILMORE ALFORD
WASHINGTON HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Tuesday, 9 October 1945
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, James Perry Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughters Ethel Pansy Alford Loyd, Grace Alford Holtzclaw, and Mary Bertha Alford Colbert in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: James Alford married S. Gilmore on 1 March 1880 in Knox Co., IN.
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SUSAN M. STRACK ALFORD
THE REPORTER
Lebanon, Boone Co., IN—Wednesday, 3 October 2018
Susan M. Alford, 64, of Lebanon passed away Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 at home.
She was born on March 24, 1954 in Beech Grove to the late Eugene and Patricia Strack. Sue graduated with a B.S. from the I.U. School of Nursing and was a nurse for St. Vincent’s Hospital 86th St., and also worked in Medical Code Reporting for MDWise. She enjoyed fishing, gardening and spending time at her lake house.
Sue is survived by children, Matt (Selina) Alford of Noblesville, Michael (Jenny) Alford of Akron, Ohio, Brian (Cassie) Alford of Lebanon, Amanda Alford of Kokomo and Patrick Alford of Noblesville; grandchildren: Jackson Fields, Alex, Lily, Trevor Jaran Alford; brothers, Mike (Louise) Strack of New Jersey and Rick (Vana) Strack of Speedway as well as several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Stephen Alford in 2014.
Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5, 2018 at Seals Funeral Home, Fortville. A celebration of Sue’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Stephen W. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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SUSAN MALISSA SUMMERS ALFORD
DAILY TIMES-MAIL
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Monday, 26 August 1946
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Alvarado Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughter Maude Alford Craig in this compilation.
Her name is listed as Susan Melissa/Malissa and Melissa/Malissa Susan in various records.
On her death certificate, “Sanders” is included in her name:
These records appear to explain the Sanders name on her death certificate:
From IN Marriages: Jefferson D. Sanders, age 55 born 11 Sept 1864 in IN, son of John F. Sanders and Sarah E. Cox, married Malissa Alford, age 52 born 8 Oct 1867 in Alfordsville, IN, daughter of Henry Summers and Elizabeth McCall, on 11 Sept 1919 in Orange, IN.
Marriage annulment:
MITCHELL TRIBUNE
Mitchell, Lawrence Co., IN—Thursday, 1 April 1920
Marriage license:
BEDFORD DAILY DEMOCRAT
Bedford, Lawrence Co., IN—Saturday, 18 June 1921
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SUSAN “SUSIE” LAY ALFORD
EVENING STAR
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Thursday, 8 December 1949
MRS. SUSIE ALFORD DIES AT HOSPITAL
FUNERAL RITES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY
After an illness of one week, Mrs. Susie Alford, widow of the late Sam Alford, died Wednesday afternoon at 5:30 o’clock in Johnson County Memorial Hospital.
Although she had not been well for about five years, Mrs. Alford’s condition did not become critical until last Thursday. She had spent the afternoon downtown, and shortly after returning to her home at 701 Johnson avenue became ill.
Friday it was necessary to take her to the hospital and on Tuesday she returned home, only to be re-admitted about four hours later.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Vandivier mortuary Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock….
Burial will be in the family lot in Greenlawn cemetery….
LIVED HERE MANY YEARS
Mrs. Alford was born in Harrodsburg, Ky., Feb. 15, 1871, and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lay. When Mrs. Alford was 15 years of age, the family moved to Indiana, settling in Johnson county and the remainder of her life was spent in this vicinity.
In 1887 she was married to Mr. Alford and they were the parents of one son and one daughter.
For 40 years Mr. and Mrs. Alford owned and operated a grocery in north Franklin and had become one of the well known couples of this city. Shortly after the death of Mr. Alford in 1940, she sold the store.
Of cheerful disposition, Mrs. Alford was always busy with her various houshold duties following her retirement. She was a member of the First Presbyterian church.
Those who survive are the daughter. Mrs. Ethel Harmon, one sister, Mrs. Maude McNeal, of Indianapolis; a brother, Luther Lay, of Florida; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Anna Alford; two grandsons, Richard Alford and Ralph Alford, and one great-granddaughter. Donna Alford.
A son Virgil Alford, preceded his mother in death.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Samuel P. Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Ethel Mae Alford Harmon and Virgil James Alford in this compilation.
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SYDNEY SMITH ALFORD
THE VIDETTE-MESSENGER
Valparaiso, Porter Co., IN—Friday, 24 August 1973
Sidney Alford, 72, of 713 George St., died Thursday at Porter Memorial Hospital.
He was born Aug. l, 1901 at Newark, N J., son of Henry and Rose (Ward) Alford.
Surviving are the widow, the former Blanche Eckholm, a daughter, Mrs. Julie Gollrad of Evanston, Ill.; and two grandchildren.
A resident of Valparaiso since 1969, coming from South Elgin, Ill., he had been employed by Kraft Foods, Chicago. He was a member of Ben Hur Lodge 818 F. and A.M.; Scottish Rite; Medinah Temple of the Shrine; Oddfellows Lodge; and had served with the Merchant Marine during World War I.
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Bartholomew Funeral Home…. Cremation will follow. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, where Masonic rites will be held at 1:15 p.m. Sunday.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Aug 1973) dates of Sydney Alford (SS# issued in IL), last residence Valparaiso, Porter Co., IN.
We included the obituaries of his daughter Julie Marylin Alford Gollrad; and brother Harold Russell Alford in Illinois Obituaries; and of his sister Edith Gladys Alford Condit in New Jersey Obituaries.
In 1920, Newark, Essex Co., NJ:
Henry Alford head 60 NY Eng Eng
Rosa W. wife 56 NY Ire Ire
Irene W. dau 30 NY NY NY
Harold R. son 28 NY NY NY
Edith G. dau 26 NJ NY NY
Sydney S. son 18 NJ NY NY
On Sydney Smith Alford’s 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 40, born 1 Aug 1901 in Montclair, NJ. His contact is Blanche Alford of the same address in Elmwood Park, Cook Co., IL.
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SYLVIA LOMA BELANGEE ALFORD
CHRONICLE-TRIBUNE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Monday, 5 June 1972
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Harry Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; amd children Florence Ellen Alford Arthur, Harold William Alford, and Roy Oliver Alford in this compilation.
Her middle name is from her marriage record.
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TAIWAN D’MARCO “TAI” ALFORD
POST-TRIBUNE
Gary, Lake Co., IN—Wednesday, 15 December 2021
Alford , Taiwan D’Marco ‘Tai’
Taiwan D. Alford, 37, born August 11, 1984, in Merrillville, Indiana, made his transition, December 6, 2021, at Community Hospital in Munster, Indiana….
He was a 2002 graduate of Merrillville High School, and a 2015 graduate of Ivy Tech Community College. Employed by TEAM Industrial, as a contractor for BP Amoco. Tai was a friend to all. He loved heavy metal music and he also loved making music beats as a form of relaxation as well as and watching sports. He encouraged people and made them feel special.
Preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Charlie Sr. and Mildred Bowling, paternal grandfather, James E. Alford, Jr. and numerous other relatives whom he loved dearly.
Taiwan is survived by, his parents, Mark and Tuwana Alford, Crown Point, Indiana, paternal grandmother, Mary C. Alford, Gary, Indiana, sister, Taesia C. Gates (Cedric), Houston, Tx., brother, Mark A. Alford (Natasha), Buford, Ga., his one and only child, who meant everything to him, Tyla D. Alford (mom, Chauntese), Merrillville, In. , nephews, Mark B. Alford, Jaxson James Gates and Maxwell Mark Gates, 2 aunts, 3 uncles, many cousins and special friend, Sarita Ayala. Taiwan is dearly loved by many and will be sorely missed.
Funeral services set for December 17, 2021 at Ridgelawn Funeral Home 4201 W. Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408…. Burial Evergreen Cemetery in Hobart, IN….
Photo from Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LauraJeanE
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his paternal grandmother, Mary Christine “Chris” Faulkner Alford, in this compilation.
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TERRY HOWARD ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 24 May 1978
TERRY ALFORD RITES TOMORROW
Services for Terry H. Alford, 42, Indianapolis, a patrolman 15 years with the Indianapolis Police Department, will be tomorrow at 10 a.m. in G.H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony Catholic Church. He died Monday [May 22] in St. Francis Hospital.
Alford was a member of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 86 and had served in the Marine Corps. He had attended Indiana University.
Survivors—wife Carole; sons Christopher, Patrick, Brendan; mother Mrs. Thelma Hager.
Photo from Memorial Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jon Andersen, RecordAGrave.com
He shares a gravestone with his brother.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Terry Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 4 Feb 1936 and died _____ May 1978, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, Virgil Edward Alford and Thelma L. McCoy Alford Hager; and brother Allen Dale Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Terry Howard Alford was born 4 Feb 1936 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, son of Virgil Alford and Thelma McCoy.
His lineage: Terry Howard 1936 IN1, Virgil Edward 1910 IN2, Omer Garfield 1879 IN3, John 1843 PA4, John 1821 PA5.
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TESHERREL ALFORD HOLLIES
Senior photo, 1972 yearbook, William A Wirt High School, Gary, IN
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Friday, 20 November 1992
Alford, Tesherrel, 38, of Gary. Formerly employed at U.S. Steel and the Budd Co…. Funeral services at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Hope M.B. Church, 2307 Rhode Island St.
Photo from Ridgelawn Cemetery, Gary, Lake Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Leslie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Tesherrel Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 10 Aug 1954, last residence Gary, Lake Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her mother, Mary Christine “Chris” Faulkner Alford; and brother Larry Alford in this compilation.
From SSACI: Tesherrel Alford was born 10 Aug 1954 in Grand Rapids, Kent Co., MI. In 1975 she is listed as Tesherrel Hollies.
From IN Deaths: Tesherrel Alford born 10 Aug 1954 in Grand Rapids, Kent Co., MI, daughter of James E. Alford and Mary C. Faulkner, died 14 Nov 1992 in Gary, Lake Co., IN. She is listed as divorced.
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THELMA ALFORD STEARS
COMMUNITY SHOPPER
Fortville, Hancock Co., IN—7 December 1991
FORTVILLE—Thelma Stears, 89, 109 N. Main St. Fortville, died Saturday in St. John’s Medical Center following a long illness.
She was born in Fortville and was head librarian at the Fortville Carnegie Library for 46 years. She retired in 1981. She was a member of Fortville United Methodist Church for 72 years and was a charter member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority.
Her husband, Frank Stears, died in 1960.
She is survived by a sister, Gladys Funk, of Fortville.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Ross & Tate Funeral Home in Fortville…. Burial will be in Gravel Lawn Cemetery at Fortville….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thelma A. Stears (SS# issued in IN) was born 17 March 1902, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her father, Herbert Clarence Alford; and sister Gladys Vera Alford Funk in this compilation.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Thelma 1902 IN1, Herbert Clarence 1871 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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THELMA DORIS NOAH ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Wednesday, 28 August 1963
Mrs. Thelma D. Alford, 60, R.R. 4, Rushville, died at 12:19 a.m. today in Memorial Hospital at Greensburg, where she had been a patient for four days, after several years of failing health.
Mrs. Alford had resided for 19 years at her present home, seven miles southwest of here in the Big Flatrock neighborhood. Previously she lived for 17 years on a farm southeast of Milroy.
She was born April 10, 1903, in Franklin County, the daughter of Robert and Pearl Angle Noah, and was married September 6, 1920, to Wayne Alford, who survives.
Mrs. Alford was a member of the Christian Church at Buena Vista.
Surviving with the husband are two sons, Robert Thomas Alford of Milroy and Melvin R. Alford of New Salem; a brother, Roscoe Noah south of Milroy, and seven grandchildren.
Two half-brothers and a half- sister preceded her in death.
The Rev. Richard T. Merriman will conduct services at 2 p.m. Friday at Moster and Sons Mortuary … with entombment in East Hill Shrine Mausoleum.
Photo from East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JCH1984
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Wayne William Alford; and sons Melvin Ralph “Johnny” Alford and Robert Thomas Alford in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Thelma Doris Alford died 18 Aug 1963 in Greenburg, Decatur Co., IN. She was born 10 Apr 1903 in IN, daughter of Robert Noah and Pearl Angle. The informant was her husband, Wayne Alford.
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THELMA ELNORA ALFORD WILSON
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—23 October 2010
Thelma E. Wilson 95, Indianapolis was born in Ada Ohio May 29, 1915, and died October 22, 2010.
Her parents were Lydia Maude, and Reverend William [sic: James] Perry Alford. The daughter of a Methodist minister, she grew up in small towns in West-Central IN, and graduated from Colfax High School in Colfax, IN. She married Harold Walter Wilson on November 10, 1946.
Her husband, her mother and father, and her brother, John William Alford, preceded her in death.
Survivors include her children, Karen Coffin, Alford Wilson (Kathy) and Charlotte Gambrel; five grand-children; four great-grandchildren; and a brother Ronald Alford, Traverse City MI.
Thelma attended McMurry College and was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A life-long member of the Methodist Church, Thelma, with her husband, attended Central Avenue, Broad Ripple, and Bethel United Methodist Churches.
Thelma will be missed by her entire family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren….
Photo from Kewanna Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna, Fulton Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Carol
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thelma Elnora Wilson (SS# issued in IN) was born 29 May 1915, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
From IN Deaths: Thelma Elnora Wilson, age 95 daughter of James Perry Alford and Lydia Maude Alford, was born 29 May 1915 in Ada, Hardin Co., OH, and died 22 Oct 2010 in Avon, Hendricks Co., IN.
Her lineage: Thelma Elnora OH1, James Perry 1879 OH2, William Fielding 1847 OH3, Robert Perry 1815 PA4, Fielding 1787 VA5.
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THELMA FERN SHULTZ ALFORD JARVIS
Photo from rdshields’s Shields Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permissionss
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Wednesday, 17 January 1990
Thelma Fern Jarvis, 82, Greenfield, formerly of Fortville, died Tuesday [January 16] at Regency Place following an extended illness. She [missing text] years.
Born Feb. 17, 1907, in Hancock County, she was the daughter of Jesse and Maude (Eastes) Shultz. She was a member of Fortville Church of the Nazarene, Fortville Brother and Sisterhood and Fortville Community Senior Citizens.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Sam Alford, and her second husband, Marion Jarvis.
Survivors include daughter, Pat Alford, Oklahoma; sister, Doris Gamble, Fortville; and nephew, Jesse Shields, Fortville.
Services will be10:30 a.m. Thursday at Ronald Seals Funeral Home, Fortville…. Burial will follow in McCordsville Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her first husband, Samuel Justice Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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THELMA L. MCCOY ALFORD HAGER
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 28 September 1988
Thelma L. McCoy Hager, 76, Indianapolis, died Tuesday [September 27] in St. Francis Hospital.
She was the widow of Herman M. Hager and Virgil E. Alford.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in G.H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home…. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Survivors—three grandsons; one great-granddaughter.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thelma L. Hager (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 June 1912 and died _____ Sept 1988, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her husband, Virgil Edward Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and sons Allen Dale Alford and Terry Howard Alford in this compilation.
From SSACI: Thelma L. Alford Hager was born 3 June 1912 in Indianapolis, IN, daughter of Thomas W. McCoy and Lenna D. Snedeker. She died _____ Sept 1988.
From IN Marriages: Virgil Alford married Thelma McCoy on 20 Feb 1930 in Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Thelma L. Alford, age 62, married Herman Marion Hager on 5 Oct 1974 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
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THEODORE CHARLES ALFRED, JR.
Jeffersonville, Clark Co., IN—_____ January 2015
Theodore Charles Alfred Jr., 96, passed away Monday, January 12, 2015 at Clark Memorial Hospital.
He was in the U.S. Navy during WWII and was a Skipper of Landing Craft Tank. Theodore was a salesman until he retired at the age of 72, he and Barbara started a folk art business, Whirligigs and Americana. He was a native of Lancaster, OH.
He is survived by his wife of 73 years Barbara Jane Alfred of Jeffersonville, IN.; daughter Beverly L. Schipper of Jeffersonville, IN.; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren.
Theodore was preceded in death by his son Randolph C. Alfred; father Theodore C. Alfred Sr.; mother Lauretta Alfred.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at E.M. Coots’ Sons Funeral Home…. A committal service will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at Rosehill Memorial Park in Massillon, OH.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to American Cancer Society.
Photos from Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery, Massillon, Start Co., OH—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, tuddaddams2
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his wife, Barbara Jane Brenner Alfred, in this compilation.
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THERMANUEL ALFORD
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Wednesday, 18 June 1969
AAFA NOTES: From IN Deaths: Thermanuel Alford, single black age 21, was born 3 Nov 1947 in IN, son of James and Esther Henderson. He died 15 June 1969 in Gary, Lake Co., IN.
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THOMAS ALFORD
Source unknown
Madison, Jefferson Co., IN—_____ October 1941
Swiftly and silently the death angel has entered our midst and removed a respected citizen, loyal neighbor & a loving father and husband.
Thomas Alford the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Alford was born 7-27-1874 near Richmond, KY.
On 4-11-1895 he was united in marriage to Miss Lucinda Powell who survives him. To this happy union 11 children were born & he with his faithful wife, have had the pleasure & privilege of raising them to maturity. Mr. Alford & his family have resided at their present home in Indiana the past 23 years, where he has been an industrious and successful farmer.
About 3 years ago he was a patient at the Kings Daughters Hospital, Madison, Ind., but he never fully regained his health. Apparently while sleeping Saturday night at 10:00 - 10-18-1941 he quietly fell asleep at the age of 67 years 2 months & 2 days.
Photo from New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Alan L. Fisher
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lucinda Powell Alford; children Abe Alford, Charles George Alford, Elmer Taft Alford, Lula Belle Alford, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr., and Viola Alford Laib Proctor in this compilation.
On his WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), Thomas Alford says he was born July 27, 1874 [different than gravestone]. He is living in Campbellsburg, Carroll Co., KY, and he names his wife, Lucinda Alford, as his nearest relative. Campbellsburg is in Henry Co., and it’s not clear why it was listed in Carroll Co. on the registration.
Thomas (John T. in 1900) Alford was married to Lucinda Powell, born 1876 KY. According to birth records of the 11 children, the family seemed to go back and forth between Madison Co., KY, and Henry Co., KY, (even though the obituary says Charles G. was a native of Marshall Co.?) with no apparent reason for the movement although it was probably work-related. They were in Henry Co. in 1900 and Madison Co. in 1910. In 1920, they had moved across the Ohio River into Switzerland County, IN. They seem to have remained there, or at least most of them seem to be buried there per Switzerland Co. IN Cemetery Inscriptions, 1817–1985.
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THOMAS ALFORD
[Although he died in California, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to Indiana.
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 15 August 1911
The body of Thomas A. Alford, who died Sunday [August 13] at San Francisco, Cal., where he has been for two years seeking to better his health, will be brought to the home of his father-in-law, T.G. Lamb, 2902 North Illinois street, for the burial services.
Mr. Alford lived in Indianapolis for several years, his home being at 2407 North Meridian street. He was engaged in the oil business, having offices at 143 West Georgia street. Because of ill health he left here for Lemon Grove [San Diego Co.], Cal., where he lived until he removed to San Francisco a short time ago.
No arrangements have been made for the funeral.
Mr. Alford is survived by a widow.
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INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 16 August 1911
CONFUSION IN ADDRESS
The body of Thomas Alford, a former resident of Indianapolis, who died Sunday in San Francisco, is expected to arrive soon in Indianapolis, when arrangements will be made for the funeral at the home of Mr. Alford’s father-in-law, T.G. Lamb, 2902 North Illinois street. Due to a misunderstanding as to the address, The Star was in error in stating in a previous account of the death that Mr. Alford lived at 2407 North Meridian street.
Thomas A. Alford, who is connected with the Kiefer Drug Company, resides at 2407 North Meridian street. The Thomas Alford who died had been engaged in the oil business, and had lived in the West for the last two years
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INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 19 August 1911
Funeral service of Thomas Alford of Lemon Grove, Cal., will be held Monday, Aug. 21, at 2:30 p.m. at residence of T.B. Lamb, 2902 North Illinois street, Indianapolis, Ind. Burial, Crown Hill; friends invited.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Van Osdol
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his wife, Margaret Lamb Alford, in this compilation.
In 1900 Thomas Alford is a roomer, single age 34 born Aug 1865 in PA, living in Salamonie, Huntington Co., IN. His occupation was “oil producer.”
In 1900 Margaret B. Lamb, single age 18 born Jan 1882 in OH, is living with her parents, Thomas G. Lamb and his wife Jennie in Salamonie, Huntington Co., IN.
On 25 Nov 1901 Thomas Alford married Margaret Land [sic] in Huntington Co., IN [FamilySearch.org].
In 1910 Thomas, age 46 born PA, and his wife Margaret, age 30 born OH, are living in Lemon Grove, San Diego Co., CA.
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THOMAS ASBURY ALFORD
Photo from his 1918 U.S. Passport Application (Ancestry)
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 29 November 1922
Thomas Asbury Alford, a partner and one of the managing directors of the Kiefer-Stewart Company and well known to the drug trade throughout the middle West, died of acute nephritis yesterday afternoon at his home, 3424 Central avenue. He was 50 years old. His entire business career, extending over 41 years, was with the wholesale drug concern of which he was one of the owners at his death.
Mr. Alford was born at Zionsville, Ind., Oct. 29, 1863, the son of Ambrose and Josephine Spann Alford. His mother dying when he was 9 year old, he went to live with an aunt, Mrs. Margaret Spann of Anderson, Ind., with whom he made his home until he became associated with August Kiefer in 1881.
DEVELOPED WHOLESALE TRADE
Starting at the bottom, when the business was small, he developed with it throughout forty-one years, in which time he saw the wholesale section of Indianapolis grow from a small, unimportant factor, to one of the great distributing markets of the central West, and he has for many years been active in the Indianapolis wholesale trade promotion work. He was considered an authority on cigars and contributed largely to the development of one of the largest cigar departments in the country, in the interest of which he traveled extensively.
He was a Scottish Rite Mason, a Kiwanian, and a member of the Indianapolis Country Club.
In 1898, he married Miss Kathryn Gould, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lyman A. Gould of Mattoon, Ill., who, with a daughter, Miss Betty Gould Alford, survives him.
The funeral services will be held at 11 o’clock Friday morning at the home. Burial will be in Crown Hill cemetery and will be private.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rick France
The Find A Grave memorials for Thomas and his wife,as well as a number of Gould family members, show this large mausoleum, which is apparently locked.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Kathryn Cordelia Gould Alford Stone; and parents, Ambrose Asbury Alford and Josephine B. Spann Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Betty Gould Alford Shively in Ohio Obituaries; and of his brother William E. Alford in California Obituaries.
Thomas married Kathryn Cordelia Gould on 21 Dec 1898 in Mattoon, Mattoon Twp., Coles, IL.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Thomas Asbury 1863 IN1, Ambrose Asbury 1834 IN2, John 1786 NC3.
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THOMAS ELSWORTH ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 24 November 1946
Photo from Washington Park North Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, dgl
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his son Charles Amos Alford; and sister Anna Alford Hardy in this compilation.
From SSACI: Thomas Elsworth Alford was born 24 Dec 1869 in Moffetsville, NY, son of Eurastus Alford and Sarah Crary.
From IN Deaths: On his death certificate, Thomas Elsworth Alford, married (wife Mary Margaret Alford), died 22 Nov 1946 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. He was born 24 Dec1869 in Moffettsville, NY, names of parents unknown. The informant was Charles A. Alford.
From IN Marriages: Thomas E. Alford, son of Erastus Alford and Sarah Crery, married Mary M. Pierpont on 6 Sept 1894 in Scott Co., IN.
His lineage: Thomas Elsworth 1869 NY1, Erastus 1811 NY2.
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THOMAS G. ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 8 October 1897
Thomas. G. Alford, one of the oldest citizens of Indianapolis, was found dead in the yard of his home at 223 East Morrison street this morning. He had suffered an apoplectic stroke. He had not been ill and yesterday said he felt better than he had for a long time.
Last night he was in his place at the prayer meeting at Roberts Park church, as he had been regularaly for forty-six years. Mrs. Alford was at Martinsville, where she was seeking better health.
Mr. Alford was probably the oldest wholesale grocery man in the State. Nearly half a century ago the firm of Mills, Alford & Co., wholesale grocers, began business where Fletcher’s Bank now stands. Both the location and firm name changed afterward. The latter became Alford, Talbott & Co. and then Alford, Patterson & Co. William H. Morrison was the “company” part.
It is said that Mr. Alford was the first traveling salesman sent from the city, and he became well known throughout the State. When it was a big thing to sell fifty thousand dollars worth of goods in a year Mr. Alford was selling probably one hundred thousand dollars’ worth.
He was tall and slightly stooped, but of rather massive build, and weighed over 200 pounds. He was very sociable, and was popular with his customers. The firm in which his name last appeared merged with M. O’Connor & Co.; and Alford became house salesman in the latter’s establishment. He had been there for fifteen years, withdrawing last January for less active work as salesman on commission.
He was born in North Carolina. In his youth his parents moved to Eagle Village, a hamlet ten miles from this city. He learned the plasterer’s trade and came to Indianapolis to work at it. He made some money and ventured into the wholesale business, which he was to fallow during his remaining years.
He was a pillar of Roberts Park church, being a class leader in it from its infancy. Outside of his business he took little interest in anything but the church to which he was devoted. Every new minister that came was “his minister,” and he seemed to think that everything that happened waa for the good of the church and he set himself promptly in harmony with the new conditions.
His fame as a leader of congregational singing was not confined to the church, and his services in that respect were in demand for camp meetings throughout the State. He .was not much of a singer himself, but he could induce nearly everybody else to sing, and to sing with spirit and enthusiasm. His success in this line was especially great in the days of the old-fashioned kind of church singing.
He was twice married, first to Miss Belle VanBlaricum, who died about fourteen years ago. Three years later he married Mrs. Sarah J. Haynes, who survives him.
There are three daughters living—Mrs. B.W. Sullivan, Mrs. C.W. Tutewiler, of this city, and Mrs. F.P. Weadon, who is now in Boston. His only son, Albert H. Alford, who was in the pension office for twenty years, died three years ago.
Mr. Alford was seventy-six years old. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Isabella VanBlaricum Alford; children, Emma M. Alford Sullivan, Henry Albert Alford, Mary Caroline Alford Tutewiler, and May Bell Alford Weadon; father, John Alford; and brothers Ambrose Asbury Alford and Jonathan C. Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Thomas G. Alford married Isabell Vanblaricum on 7 Sept 1848 in Marion Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Thomas G. 1824 NC1, John 1786 NC2.
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THOMAS GREENE ALFORD
[Although he died in Illinois, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to Indiana.]
1904 Purdue University yearbook
Photo posted to his Find A Grave memorial
Photo from The Debris, 1917 Purdue University Yearbook, p. 310
Advisory Committee for the YWCA
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 25 March 1919
THOMAS G. ALFORD DIES; LONG A PURDUE TEACHER
ON THE UNIVERSITY FACULTY FOR QUARTER OF CENTURY
RECENTLY HEAD OF Y.M.C.A.
LAFAYETTE, Ind., March 25—Professor Thomas G. Alford, one of the leading members of the Purdue university faculty for the last quarter of a century, died today at Lagrange, Ill., where he was at the home of Mrs. J.W. Dietz, his daughter. He was nearly seventy years old, formerly was in charge of the mathematics department at Purdue and more recently was at the head of the Purdue Y.M.C.A.
Professor Alford was educated at Indiana university, being a member of the class of 1871. He received his Master of Arts degree there in 1888, and later taught at the Indiana State Normal school. He came to Purdue in 1892, and was retired from the mathematics department in 1917.
Surviving Professor Alford are G.W. Alford, of Hutchison, Kas., a brother, and Mrs. Helen A Berry, a sister, of West Lafayette, in addition to his daughter.
He was prominent in church work and in the affairs of the Phi Kappa Phi fraternity, of which he was a member.
The news of his death was a great shock to the university today. He had been in poor health for several months.
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INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 26 March 1919
TRIBUTE TO EDUCATOR
BODY OF T.G. ALFORD TO LIE IN STATE AT ELIZA FOWLER HALL
LAFAYETTE, Ind., March 26—Eliza Fowler hall, Purdue university’s memorial assembly building, will be thrown open for a funeral for the first time in its history tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock when services for Professor Thomas G. Alford will be conducted. The body will lie in state there and faculty members and students will join in paying the distinguished educator a farewell tribute.
The death of Professor Alford has saddened the entire Purdue community. He for many years was a connecting link between the faculty and students, being known as Purdue’s “grand old man.” At the time of his last illness he was at the head of the Purdue Student Union which is conducting; a financial campaign for funds with which to erect a handsome Student Union building.
Six years ago. Professor Alford, who had already been a professor of mathematics tor twenty years at Purdue, was appointed general secretary of the university Y.M.C.A. Two years ago he was appointed to take charge of the Student Union work.
Professor Alford was prominent in the Indiana State Teachers’ Association and the Indiana Historical Society. He belonged to Murat temple. Mystic Shrine and was: a charter member of the Acadia fraternity at Purdue as well as being; a member of Phi Kappa Phi.
The body will be buried in Grand View cemetery on the heights overlooking the Purdue campus.
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THE NEWS-SENTINEL
Fort Wayne, Allen Co., IN—26 March 1919
HONORED EDUCATOR TO BE LAID TO REST AT LAFAYETTE
Local alumni of Purdue university, who feel a personal sorrow in the death of Prof. Thomas G. Alford, which occurred at Lagrange, Ill., Tuesday, will be represented at Lafayette Thursday afternoon by several members who will attend the funeral services for the honored educator. A number of local men who formerly attended Purdue knew Prof. Alford personally from their college days, and others met him on the occasion of his visit here some time ago to address the local Purdue Alumni association.
Prof. Alford was one of the best known members of the Purdue faculty. He became connected with the school in 1892 and was retired in 1917. At the time of his death he was 70 years of age.
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LAFAYETTE JOURNAL
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—26 March 1919
PURDUE LOSES NOTED MEMBER THROUGH DEATH
PROF. THOMAS G. ALFORD DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER, IN LAGRANGE, ILL., YESTERDAY MORNING.
Prof. T.G. Alford, formerly professor of mathematics at Perdue university and executive secretary of the Purdue union, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J.W. Dietz, of La Grange, Ill., at 7 o’clock yesterday morning. Although he had been ill for more than two years, and his recovery was not expected, the announcement of his death came as a great shock to the city and university communities.
Thomas Greene Alford was born at Alfordsville, March 26, 1852. He came of Virginia stock, the family having moved across the Appalachian mountains to Indiana at the time of the early settlements of the state. After attending the common schools he entered Indiana university, and received the degree of A.B. in 1871. He attended the State Normal at Terre Haute in 1875, and then returned to Indiana university, where he received the degree of Master of Arts in 1888.
Mr. Alford was a born teacher. At an early age he began teaching, and for twenty-one years worked in the public schools of the state. He taught eleven years in the high schools of the state and was supervisor of the grammar grades of one of the schools of Indianapolis, when he was called to Purdue university President James H. Smart, in 1893, and placed in charge of the department of mathematics at Purdue until 1912, when he took up work with the university Y.M.C.A.
IN CHARGE OF Y.M.C.A.
His work as leader of the Purdue Y.M.C.A. is deserving of the highest praise. At the time that he took charge of the work the organization was barely existing; the membership was small, the financial condition was low, and the association was struggling for mere existence. Under the hand of Prof. Alford, however, the association took on new life, the finances grew, and the membership increased to include the greater number of students at the university. Although he was more than 60 years of age at the time he began his work with the Y.M.C.A. he possessed all the spirit of youth, and through his kind personality and genial manner, and his tact in getting in touch with the young men, succeeded in winning the confidence and good will of the entire student body.
SCHOLARSHIP TROPHY
Besides his work with the students in the Y.M.C.A., Professor Alford performed a service of note among the fraternities by establishing what is known as the Alford scholarship trophy, to be given to the Greek letter fraternity of the university making the highest scholastic record for a given number of semesters. Before the trophy was offered the scholarship of the fraternities averaged much below that of the university as a whole; but since that time fraternities standards of scholarship have to be almost as high as the average of the university standing. As a further aid to the development of the fraternities he inaugurated the faculty lectures, which enable each fraternity to hear a talk by one of the members of the instructional corps each month of the school year. These lectures have been given for several years and have done much to give the members of the fraternities information and entertainment on various subjects and have been of inestimable service in bringing students and faculty into closer and friendlier relations.
THE STUDENT UNION
For five years, Professor Alford was in charge of the Y.M.C.A. and in 1917 he retired from his professorship in the university on the Carnegie foundation fund. After his retirement in June 1917, he spent the next year in organizing the work of the Purdue Student Union, of which he had been an enthusiastic supporter since its beginning. His organization among the alumni was attended by the most satisfactory results until the entrance of the United States in the war, and the activities of the enterprise were suspended for the time being.
For many years Professor Alford had been an earnest member and indefatigable worker in the Presbyterian church. In these organizations he took a lively interest, and was always ready and willing to do more than his share of whatever would in any way contribute to their welfare and development.
He also was a member of the Indiana State Teachers’ Association, Indiana Historical society and Blue Lodge and was a thirty-second degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite and Mystic Shrine and of the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity at Indiana and a charter member of the Acacia fraternity at Purdue.
He also was an honorary member of the Scabbard and Blade fraternity and of the Irving Literary society.
In 1881 Professor Alford was married to Miss Effie Wilson and one daughter, Muriel J., was born to this union. Mrs. Alford died in 1899 and since that time and up to a short time ago, he made his home with his sister, Mrs. Helen A. Berry, 220 Waldron street, West Lafayette.
Two years ago, while leaving the university campus, Prof. Alford fell on an icy pavement, bruising his hip so severely that an operation was necessary. Apparently he recovered from the injury; but a year ago the trouble returned, and a second operation became necessary. This so weakened him that he was unable to rally fully from the shock, and a few months later suffered an attack of nervous prostration, from which he never recovered, gradually growing weaker until the end came.
He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Muriel Dietz, wife of John Walter Dietz, a graduate of Purdue, class of 1902, school of electrical engineering, and at present the manager of the educational department of the Western Electric company, with headquarters in Chicago.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
Besides his daughter, Mrs. Dietz, and his sister, Mrs. Berry, he is survived by a brother, G.W. Alford, of Hutchison, Kansas.
The body will arrive here at 4:22 o’clock this afternoon, over the Big Four railroad and will be taken to the Bradshaw parlors, from where it will be removed tomorrow morning to the Berry home, on Waldron street, West Lafayette. The funeral will be held from Eliza Fowler hall at 3 o’clock tomorrow afternoon…. Interment will be made in Grandview cemetery.
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LAFAYETTE COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—25 March 1919
PROF ALFORD SUMMONED BY GRIM REAPER
IN FAILING HEALTH FOR SEVERAL YEARS—UNIVERSITY LOSES LOYAL SUPPORTER AND STUDENT BODY WARM FRIEND
In the death of Prof. T.G. Alford, formerly professor of mathematics at Purdue and executive secretary of the Purdue Union, which occurred at 7 o’clock this morning at LaGrange, Ill., the university has lost a loyal supporter and the student body a warm friend. Prof. Alford had been in failing health for several years and he had been making his home with his only daughter, Mrs. J.W. Dietz, of LaGrange, Ill., during the past winter. It had been feared for some time that Prof. Alford would not recover from his illness but the announcement of his death was no less a shock to the university and the city.
HOOSIER OF SECOND GENERATION
Prof. Alford was a Hoosier of the second generation and was proud of it. He was born March 26, 1852, in Daviess county, and at the close of the civil war the Alford family, having lost three of its members in this noted conflict, turned its attention toward educating the remainder of the children. In order to do so, the family moved to Bloomington in the spring of 1866. Professor Alford was graduated from Indiana university, receiving his A.B. degree in 1871. After graduation he taught in the ungraded district of Daviess county for three years. He attended the Indiana State Normal school for one term and then began teaching high school in 1875. His high school experience covered a period of ten years.
In 1883 Professor Alford was married to Miss Effie Wilson, and one daughter, Muriel J., was born to this union. Mrs. Alford died in 1899 and since that time and up to a short time ago, Professor Alford made his home with his sister, Mrs. Helen A. Berry, 220 Waldron street, West Lafayette. For the six years following 1899 Professor Alford took up supervision work in Vevay and Indianapolis, spending three years in each place. It was in 1888 that he received his master’s degree at Indiana.
CAME TO PURDUE 1892
In 1892 Prof. Alford came to Purdue as professor of mathematics and he held that chair from then until his retirement in 1917. Six years ago Prof. Alford was appointed general secretary of the Purdue Y.M.C.A. at the insistence of Dr. W.E. Stone, president, and the faculty of Purdue, and he devoted half of his time while at the university to Y.M.C.A. work, and his other half to his instructional duties. The scope of his personal touch on the affairs of the university and the state could be reckoned by the number of organizations with which he was in direct touch. On January 16, 1917, he received the appointment as executive secretary of the Purdue Union, and at the end of the school year he resigned from the instructional corps and took up his new work the following September.
The committee has long felt the need of an executive or field secretary, a man in the employment of the Purdue Union who could devote his entire time to the cause, and Prof. Alford was extraordinarily suited for this position, due to his intimate acquaintance with the alumni and friends of the university and the large amount of enthusiasm he had in store for the project he undertook, which briefly, was to raise sufficient funds for the erection of a Student Union building for the express benefit of the student body.
Prof. Alford also was a member of the Indiana State Teachers association, Indiana Historical society and Blue Lodge and was a thirty-second degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite and Mystic Shrine and of the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity at Indiana and a charter member of the Acacia fraternity at Purdue. He also was an honorary member of the Scabbard and Blade fraternity and Irving Literary society and a devout member of the Presbyterian church.
SERVICE HIS AIM
Professor Alford’s aim in life may well be exemplified by a little story he at one time told to illustrate a point in a talk. Professor Alford said that the former Emperor of Japan had as his watchword, “Civilization,” while Emperor Yoshihito, his successor, strove for humanity. At this point Professor Alford was interrupted by a friend who said: “I know what your aim in life has been, is and from present indications always will be—service.” This glowing tribute to the work of this noted man was verified time and time again by the hosts of Purdue people and others who came in contact with Professor Alford and found him always to be enthusiastic, jolly, sincere and hard working.
REMAINS COMING HERE
Besides his daughter, Mrs. Dietz, and sister, Mrs. Berry, P.rofessor Alford is survived by one brother, G.W. Alford, of Hutchinson, Kas. The remains will reach here tomorrow afternoon and will be taken to the home of Mrs. Berry, which Professor Alford always considered his own home after the death of his wife.
Funeral services will be conducted at Eliza Fowler hall Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock, burial in Grandview cemetery.
Photo from Grand View Cemetery, West Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Amy H.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Effie Wilson Alford; father, Franklin Alford; and sisters Helen Alford Berry and Minerva Alford Donaldson in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother George Washington Alford in Kansas Obituaries.
On his 1903 U.S. Passport Application [Ancestry], Thomas Greene Alford states that he was born 26 March 1852 in Alfordsville, Daviess Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: T.G. Alford married Effie Wilson on 5 Sept 1881 in Spencer Co., IN.
From IL Deaths: Thomas G. Alford, born 26 March 1852 in IN, died 25 March 1919 in Waterman, DeKalb Co., IL, burial in West Lafayette, IN. His parents were Franklin Alford and Mary Gilley.
From IN Marriages: Muriel Joy Alford [Thomas and Effie’s only child], married John Walter Dietz on 12 June 1907 in Tippecanoe Co., IN.
From 1910 to 1940, the Dietz family is listed in Essex Co. and Union Co., NJ.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thomas Greene 1852 IN1, Franklin 1815 VA2, James 1791 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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THOMAS JEFFERSON ALFORD, JR.
WASHINGTON DEMOCRAT
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Tuesday, 19 September 1939
Photo from Alfordsville Cemetery, Alfordsville, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Julia Young
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his father, Thomas Jefferson Alford Sr.; and siblings Alvarado Alford, Elvira Alford Walls, and Lavina Alford Allen in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thomas Jefferson 1859 IN1, Thomas Jefferson 1829 IN2, James 1791 VA3, John 1768 VA4, Thomas 1736 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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THOMAS JEFFERSON ALFORD, SR.
WASHINGTON GAZETTE
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Saturday, 22 April 1893
Died, Friday, April 14, at 3 p.m., T.J. Alford, sr.; aged 63 years.
He was a devoted member of the Christian church for a number of years.
The remains were interred in the Christian cemetery amid a throng of friends. The funeral sermon will be preached Sunday, April _____.
Photo from Alfordsville Cemetery, Alfordsville, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Julia Young
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his children Alvarado Alford, Elvira Alford Walls, Lavina Alford Allen, and Thomas Jefferson Alford Jr.; and brother Franklin Alford in this compilation.
The birth year on his gravestone, 1900, is incorrect.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thomas Jefferson 1829 IN1, James 1791 VA2, John 1768 VA3, Thomas 1736 VA4, John 1696 ??5.
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THOMAS JERRY ALFORD
COMMUNITY SHOPPER
Fortville, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 13 December 1994
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thomas J. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 8 May 1932, last residence, Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Thomas Ward Alford and Sallie Murrer Alford; and siblings Barbara Isabelle Alford Lewark, James Ward Alford, Murray John Alford, Robert Bennie Alford, and Virginia A. “Gino” Alford Heche in this compilation.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thomas Jerry 1932 IN1, Thomas Ward 1888 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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THOMAS REED ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Friday, 5 June 1953
LAUREL RESIDENT DIES SUDDENLY
P.R. [sic] (Dave) Alford, 63, of Laurel, an employe of the New York Central Railroad, died suddenly Wednesday afternoon [June 2] at 3:15 o’clock and was taken from the train at Kankakee, Ill. A heart attack was the cause of death.
Mr. Alford had only two years more until he would have been retired. He was a member of the Laurel Methodist Church.
A native of Laurel, he was born March 12, 1890 and he was a son of John and Jane Weston Alford. He was married to Clara Geyer who survives with three stepchildren, Noland Cannon of Miami, Fla., William Steffy and Mrs. John Pitcher of Laurel; a brother Harold Alford of Alaska; a sister, Mrs. Edith Kelly of Richmond; and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at the Laurel Moster Mortuary Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock…. Burial will be in the Laurel Cemetery….
Photo from Conwell Cemetery, Laurel, Franklin Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Angie
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his wife, Clara A. Geyer Steffey Cannon Alford; mother, Louisa Jane Weston Alford; and siblings Edith C. Alford Kelley, Ethel Bell Alford Fetty, Ferdinand Silvester Alford, and Omer Garfield Alford in this compilation.
On Thomas Reed Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is living in Laurel, Franklin Co., IN, age 27, single, born 12 March 1890 in Laurel. He is “slightly deaf.”
In 1930, the family is living in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH: Thomas R. Alford, age 40; his wife, Clara A. Alford, 46; stepson Nolan G. Cannon 15; and stepdaughter Ellen C. Cannon 12. All were b. in IN.
On his March 1937 Social Security Application (Ancestry), Thomas Reed Alford was born 12 March 1890 in Laurel, Franklin Co., IN. His parents were John Alford and Louisa J. Westen.
On Thomas Reed Alford’s 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card, he is age 52, a conductor for the N.Y. Central Railroad, living in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH. His wife is Clara Alford.
His lineage: Thomas Reed 1890 IN1, John 1843 PA2, John 1821 PA3.
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THOMAS WARD ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 17 August 1972
Ward Alford, age 84 years, a resident of Rt. 1, Fortville, died early Thursday morning in Hancock Memorial Hospital where he had been a patient since July 21. He had been in ill health for several years.
A native of Hancock County, Mr. Alford was born June 8, 1888, the son of John and Barbara Ferrell Alford. He had lived all of his life in the Fortville community where he was a carpenter until his retirement. He was a member of the Fortville United Methodist Church.
His wife, Mrs. Sallie (Murrer) Alford, preceded him in death in 1961.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Claude (Elizabeth) Bussell of Anderson, Mrs. Ivan (Virginia) Heche, Mrs. Charles (Barbara) Lewark both of Fortville; four sons, Murray Alford of Pendleton, Robert, James and Jerry Alford of Fortville; 21 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; four nieces, Mrs. Maymie Wright, Mrs. Gladys Funk and Mrs. Thelma Stears, all of Fortville and Mrs. Lavona Day of Anderson; one nephew, Jack Settlemire of Anderson.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday from the Ronald Seals Funeral Home in Fortville…. Interment will be in Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville….
Photo from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, J S
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Aug 1972) dates of Thomas Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Sallie Murrer Alford; children Barbara Isabelle Alford Lewark, James Ward Alford, Murray John Alford, Robert Bennie Alford, Thomas Jerry Alford, and Virginia A. “Gino” Alford Heche; brother Herbert Clarence Alford; half-brother Walter Scott Allford; and his paternal grandfather, John Lambert Allford Sr., in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Bert Olney Alford in California Obituaries.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thomas Ward 1888 IN1, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1835 IN2, John Lambert 1802 VA3, John [ALFORD]1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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THURLOW JUNIOR ALFORD, JR.
COLUMBUS HERALD
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Friday, 12 December 1969
In another article:
THE REPUBLIC
Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN—Saturday, 13 December 1969
Photo from Marble Park Cemetery, Milan, Washtenaw Co., MI—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Grace Youngblood Hudson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thurlow Alford (SS# issued in MI) was born 16 Sept 1930 and died _____ Dec 1969, last residence not listed.
We included the obituaries of his father, Thurlow Clair “Sim” Alford; and sister Dorothy Jean Alford Wilson Fairchild in Michigan Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: Thurlow Jr. Alford Jr., age 39 never married [?], was born 16 Sept 1930 in MI, son of Thurlow Junior Alford and Lucille _____, and died 9 Dec 1969 in Columbus, Bartholomew Co., IN. The informant was his sister Mildred Wilkerson of Ypsilanti, MI.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Thurlow Junior 1930 MI1, Thurlow Clair 1909 MI2, Willis 1861 OH3, Martin 1823 PA4, Oliver 1795 VT5, Oliver 1767 VT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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THURZA THERESE BENSON ALFORD
CHRONICLE-TRIBUNE
Marion, Grant Co., IN—Sunday, 19 September 1965
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Lavern Philip Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Joseph Bradford Alford in this compilation.
From Alford Family Tree, by AshleyAlford83: Thurza Therese Benson’s parents were Elvin Benson and Sarah Annis Bradford. Thurza was born 7 June 1898.
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TIMOTHY JAMES ALFORD
JOURNAL & COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—7 October 2015
Timothy Alford, 55 of Delphi passed away at St. Elizabeth East in Lafayette on Oct. 2, 2015.
Timothy was the son of the late Mable Jane Alford. He was born on Aug. 14, 1960 in Lafayette, Indiana.
He married Judy Wardrip in Camden on May 24, 1996.
He is survived by children: William Wardrip (Nicole) of California, Ryan Wardrip (Shelly) and TJ Alford both of Delphi; daughter, Shentel Alford of Tennessee; and 7 grandchildren.
Mr. Alford was a semi driver until he became ill. He also was a member of the Painter’s Union.
Timothy enjoyed working on his 1980 Camaro and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren as well as friends.
Friends and family will gather for a celebration of his life at 10805 E 900 N. Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday, October 10, 2015 from 12:00 Noon on to honor him and share precious memories of times spent with Tim.
Davidson Funeral Home is assisting the family with the final arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituary of his mother, Mable Jane Alford Tracey, in Tennessee Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Timothy James Alford, age 35, married Judy W. Wardrip on 24 May 1996 in Bunker Hill, Carroll Co., IN.
The name of his birth father is unknown.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His (maternal) lineage: Timothy James 1960 IN1, Mable Jane 1941 KY2, Roscoe “Raz” 1908 KY3, William Franklin 1883 KY4, William H. 1855 KY5, John Franklin 1827 KY6, William 1804 VA7, William 1775 VA8.
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TOBITHA SWOPE ALFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 26 January 1899
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Addison Alford, George H. Alford, and Louisa Josephine Alford Amick in this compilation.
In 1880, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN:
Tabitha Alford head 66 VA VA KY widow
Thomas son 35 VA VA VA
Josephine dau 25 IN VA VA
Emily J. granddau 12 IN VA IN
William grandson 6 MO VA IN
Her husband’s father John 1773 VA married Margaret Alford 1774 VA, daughter of John 1735 Ireland6, so he has two Alford lines. See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: James R. 1804 VA1, John 1773 VA2, John 1732 VA3, John 1696 ??4.
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ULIE S. “RABBIT” ALFORD, JR.
THE TIMES
Munster, Lake Co., IN—Thursday, 1 September 2016
Ulie S. Alford, Jr. “Rabbit” age 80, of East Chicago passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at St. Catherine Hospital.
Survivors include two sons: Ulie S. Alford III of Atlanta, GA and Derek Alford of East Chicago; three daughters: Lorraine Alford-Peterson of Detroit, Brenda (Norman) Daniels-Price of Atlanta, GA and LaToyia (Lamarr) Alford-Beal of East Chicago; one step daughter, Ernestine Anthony of Detroit; 12 grandchildren; one brother, James (Mary) Alford of Hammond and a host of great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 2, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.at Grace Baptist Church, 3601 Ivy Street, East Chicago…. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart…. Hinton & Williams Funeral Home is honored to be of service to the Alford family during their time of loss,
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Bessie Mae Franklin Alford; and siblings Annie Mae Alford Averett, James Lee Alford Sr., and Patsy Lou Alford Burse in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Ulie S. Alford, black, age 48 born AL, married Diann Monagan, black, age 24 born MS, on 20 June 1984 in Crown Point, Lake Co., IN. Ulie was previously married and divorced.
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URIE LEE HILL ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Monday, 4 June 1962
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Lascom Alford, Sr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and sons Lascom Alford Jr., Leslie Bernard Alford, and Oather Alford in this compilation.
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VERNON EARL ALFORD
DAILY LEDGER
Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—Wednesday, 10 June 1931
Photo from Crownland Cemetery, Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, DAW
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Alta Ada Mott Alford Jones; son Samuel J. Alford; parents, Allison Granville Alford and Katherine Beaver Alford; and sister Bertha Olive Alford Ferguson in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Vernon E. Alford, son of A.D. Alford and Cathrine Beaver, married Alta A. Mott, daughter of S.J. Mott and Sue Hill, on 4 June 1913 in Hamilton Co., IN.
On Vernon Earl Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 36, born 28 Nov 1881, a deliveryman living in Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN. His nearest relative is Alta Ada Alford of the same address.
In 1930 Noblesville, Hamilton Co., IN, Vernon E. Alford, divorced age 48 born IN, is living in the household of his sister, Bertha Ferguson, along with his father, Allison Alford, widowed 77 OH.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Vernon Earl 1881 IN1, Allison Granville 1853 OH2, Andrew 1816 VA3, Henry 1778 VA4, John 1735 Ireland5.
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VERNON CRUM ALFORD
JOURNAL AND COURIER
Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—Thursday, 31 January 1957
Photos from Rest Haven Memorial Park, Lafayette, Tippecanoe Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, P. Tyrie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Hallie Edith Wilson Alford; and parents, Lorenzo Warren Alford and Mira A. Crum Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Harold Wesley Alford in Massachusetts Obituaries.
From SSACI: Vernon Crum Alford was born 14 Nov 1888 in Cropsey, McLean Co., IL, son of Lorenzo W. Alford and Mira A. Crum.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Vernon Crum 1888 IL1, Lorenzo Warren 1854 IL2, Wesley John 1820 NY3, Ashley Owen 1770 VT4, Benedict 1716 CT5, Benedict 1699 CT6, Jeremiah 1655 CT7, Benedict 1619 England8, Thomas 1598 England9.
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VICKY DARLENE ALFORD FISHER
Photo from Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers (many more photos online)
THE REPORTER
Lebanon, Boone Co., IN—Tuesday, 12 February 2013
Vicky D. (Alford) Fisher, of Indianapolis, passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2013.
Vicky was born Oct. 20, 1949, in Indianapolis, to John O. and Mildred L. Alford.
She was preceded in death by her father, John Alford.
She married Terry K. Fisher in August of 1969, and he survives. Also surviving are son, Bryan K. (Theresa) Fisher; daughter, Gretchen A. Fisher; two cherished grandchildren, Aidan Quinn Fisher and Cora Rose Fisher; her mother, Mildred L. (Nunn) Alford; sisters, Donna L. (Steven) Holloway of Avon, Sarah L. (Ralph) Isenhower of Mechanicsburg and Susan G. (Howard) Cundiff of Lebanon; brother, Michael O. Alford of Tarpon Springs, Fla.; and sister-in-law, Barbara Ellen Randall of Thorntown. Also surviving are her dear-to-heart uncle, Linal (Buck) Alford of Indianapolis; and with special thoughts to, a group of twins, triplets, cousins, nieces, nephews and second cousins.
Vicky retired from Defense Finance and Accounting Service in July of 2011. She was a member of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church. There was nothing more that Vicky enjoyed than having cookouts for family and friends. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing, shopping and traveling to visit family.
Special thanks go out from the family to an amazing group of women who helped her through these times at the Simon Cancer Center of IU, Dr. Romnee Clark, Beth Eyeadon, Whitney Misch, Nancy Kozman, Lisa Parks and Wendy Heck. Thank you all for your amazing care and consideration.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. today, Feb. 12, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 6950 E. 46th, Indianapolis. Burial will be in Lincoln Memory Gardens at 1 p.m. today….
Photo from Lincoln Memorial Gardens, Whitestown, Boone Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Teresa Grissom
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, John Oneal Alford and Mildred Louise Nunn Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Vicky Darlene 1949 IN1, John Oneal 1925 KY2, William Granger 1902 KY3, Peter Henderson 1863 KY4, William Thomas 1838 KY5, William 1804 VA6, William 1775 VA7.
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VIOLA ALFORD LAIB PROCTOR
THE COURIER-JOURNAL
Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY—Friday, 29 June 1990
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
VEVAY [Switzerland Co., IN]—Viola Proctor, 72, of Swiss Villa Living Center, died Wednesday [June 27] at King’s Daughters’ Hospital in Madison [Jefferson Co., IN]. She was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church in East Enterprise [IN].
Survivors: a son, Lloyd Laib of Allensville; two brothers, Charles Alford of Aberdeen and Ernie Alford of East Enterprise; and a grandchild.
Funeral: 11 a.m. Saturday, Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, with burial in New Liberty Cemetery in East Enterprise....
Photo from New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Switzerland Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Alan L. Fisher
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Thomas Alford and Lucinda Powell Alford; and saiblings Abe Alford, Charles George Alford, Elmer Taft Alford, Ernest Dewey Alford, Lula Belle Alford, and Marshall McKinley Alford Sr. in this compilation.
Viola was born 28 Feb 1918 in Henry Co., KY, to Thomas Alford and Lucinda Powell, but in the birth records is listed only as “infant of Thomas.” The family must have moved to Switzerland Co., IN, just before 1920. Viola was the youngest of 11 children born in KY between 1896 and 1918.
Her lineage: Viola 1918 KY1, Thomas 1874 KY2.
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VIRGIE B. MASON ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 14 November 1975
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 14 November 1975
Virgie B. Alford, 72, 961 West 25th Street, widow of Joseph Alford, died yesterday [November 13] in Methodist Hospital.
Born at Dickson, Tenn., she was an Indianapolis resident 52 years.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Church of Christ Holiness, of which she was a member, with burial in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call at 4 p.m. today in Jacobs Brothers Westside Chapel.
Survivors include her nephew, Charles Huddleston of Indianapolis.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Virgie Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 15 June 1896 [different than gravestone and obituary] and died _____ Nov 1975, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituary of her husband, Joseph Murray Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
From IN Deaths: Virgie Alford, black age 72, was born 15 June 1903 in TN, daughter of Joseph Mason and Permester Sykes. She died 13 Nov 1974 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
In 1900, Dickson Co., TN, Virgie Mason, age 3 born June 1896, black, is the youngest child of Joe Mason, age 48 born MS, and Nedy, age 39 born TN.
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VIRGIL EDWARD ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Tuesday, 27 August 1968
Virgil Edward Alford, age 58, 316 S. Taft, husband of Thelma L. Alford, father of Allen D. and Terry H. Alford, brother of Cecil Alford, David and Arthur Robinson, Charles Gibson, Berdie Mabry, and Pauline Manaske, 3 grandchildren and 7 step-grandchildren, passed away Monday [August 26].
Services Thursday 1 p.m., Conkle Funeral Home Lynhurst Chapel, 1202 S. Lynhurst Dr….
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 28 August 1968
Photo from Memorial Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jon Andersen, RecordAGrave.com
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Virgil Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 4 Aug 1910 and died _____ Aug 1968, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Thelma L. McCoy Alford Hager; son Allen Dale Alford; and mother Zora Anna Dinkins Alford Gibson Robinson in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Virgil Edward Alford was born 4 Aug 1910 in IN, son of Omer and Zora Alford. He died 26 Aug 1968 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. His surviving spouse is Thelma L. Alford.
His lineage: Virgil Edward 1910 IN1, Omer Garfield 1879 IN2, John 1843 PA3, John 1821 PA4.
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VIRGIL JAMES ALFORD
EVENING STAR
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Tuesday, 13 April 1937
VIRGIL ALFORD KILLED WHEN TRAIN HITS AUTO IN CROSSING ACCIDENT
DRIVER APPARENTLY FAILED TO HEAR WARNING SIGNAL BELL AS TRAIN APPROACHED DEPOT
CAR IS DEMOLISHED BY IMPACT
FUNERAL WILL BE HELD THURSDAY
Apparently failing to hear the warning signal bell, Virgil Alford, age 47, 136 Pratt street, was killed Monday afternoon when his automobile was struck at the King street crossing by a slowly-moving Pennsylvania passenger train approaching the railroad station.
The 1929 model Chevrolet coach, struck broadside by the train, was reduced to a mass of twisted wreckage. Mr. Alford was thrown clear of the wreckage about 80 feet from the crossing. His left foot was severed by the train wheels and he sustained deep lacerations about the head and face.
George Jones of Jeffersonville, engineer, stopped the train about 166 feet from the crossing and the train crew and witnesses rushed to the aid of the injured man.
Mr. Alford was lying alongside the tracks. He died about four minuted after the accident, before medical aid had arrived.
TRAIN SCHEDULED TO STOP
The accident happened at 3:46 o’clock, according to M.L. Henderson of Louisville, conductor. The train was scheduled to stop at the Franklin station and was traveling at a low rate of speed.
According to members of the crew and several witnesses, Mr. Alford, driving west on King street, drove his automobile into the path of the train, apparently unaware of its approach. Witnesses said the warning bell was ringing, but it is believed Mr. Alford failed to hear it because he was driving in a closed automobile. There is no flasher signal at the crossing.
Coroner Walter L. Portteus arrived at the scene of the accident a few minutes after it happened. He pronounced Mr. Alfred [sic] dead and ordered the body removed to the Vandivier funeral parlors.
The twisted wreckage of the automobile held up the train for several minutes. Members of the crew cleared the track and the coroner allowed the train to continue.
The accident occurred a few minutes after classes had been dismissed at Alva Neal high school and a large crowd was attracted to the scene.
FAMILY GRIEF-STRICKEN
When news of the tragedy reached Mr. Alford’s family, his 73-year old father, Sam Alford, 701 North Johnson Avenue, a former store proprietor, collapsed. He had been suffering from heart disease. All members of the family were grief-stricken.
Mr. Alford, who had been employed with the Harmon Bottling Works, was on his way to the plant when the fatal accident occurred.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from the Grace Methodist church…. Burial will be in Greenlawn cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born and reared in Franklin and Johnson county. For many years he was associated with his father in the grocery business. During the eight years of Roy Bryant’s administration as mayor, Mr. Alford was employed by the city.
Survivors are the widow, Mrs. Anna Alford; two sons, Richard, a student at Franklin college, and Donald, a pupil at the Palmer school; the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Alford, and a sister, Mrs. Ralph Harmon, all of Franklin.
In another article:
EVENING STAR
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—Thursday, 22 February 1940
MRS. ALFORD DISMISSES $10,000 DAMAGE SUIT
The $10,000 damage suit of Mrs. Anna Alford, widow of the late Virgil Alford of Franklin who was killed in 1937 as a Pennsylvania train struck his auto at the King street crossing, was dismissed in Bartholomew court at Columbus Wednesday.
It was reported that the suit had been settled out of court.
The railroad firm was defendant in the action filed by Mrs. Alford in Johnson Circuit court and sent to Bartholomew on a change of venue requested by the defendant.
Mr. Alford was killed on April 12, 1937, when his car was struck by a southbound passenger train at the crossing where a number of serious and near-serious accidents have occurred during the past few years.
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Carole Whittemore
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Anna Otis Baker Alford; sons Ralph Edward Alford and Richard Donald Alford; father, Samuel P. Alford; and sister Ethel Mae Alford Harmon in this compilation.
On his 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), Virgil James Alford was living in Franklin, Johnson Co., IN, age 27, born 19 Dec 1889 in Franklin, IN. He was a railroad track laborer and was married with a child.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Virgil James 1889 IN1, Samuel P. 1864 KY2, John Dalton 1836 KY3, Payton H. 1808 KY4, John 1782 VA5, Jacob 1757 VA6, James 1715 VA7.
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VIRGIN CAROLINE RICE ALFORD
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial
MISHAWAKA ENTERPRISE
Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN—19 September 1919
Photo from Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, C & Y Zinn-Haines
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Albert Leonard Alford; and daughter Ruby Alice Alford in this compilation.
From Ancestry family trees: Virgin Caroline Rice was born 14 Jan 1896 in Jones, Cass Co., MI, daughter of Owen Alanson Rice and Malinda Jane Replogle.
From IN Deaths: Two daughters of Albert and Virgin, Ruby and Ruth Alford, were born and died on the day of their births in Mishiwaka, St. Joseph Co., IN.
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VIRGINIA ALBERTA “GINO” ALFORD HECHE
Virginia A. “Gino” (Alford) Heche, 87, of Fortville died July 20, 2000, at Hancock Memorial Hospital.
Born May 30, 1913, in Fortville, she was the daughter of Ward and Sallie (Murrer) Alford. She was a co-owner of Heche’s Store in Fortville for 54 years. She was a member of Fortville United Church and an honorary member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority.
Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Ivan D. Heche; sister Barbara Lewark of Fortville; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, James W. Alford, T. Jerry Alford, Robert B. Alford and Murray Alford; and by sister Elizabeth Bussell.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Gravel Lawn Cemetery in Fortville…. Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Ronald L. Seals Funeral Home in Fortville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Photos from Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Green Township, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jennefer Burk
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Virginia A. Heche (SS# issued in IN) was born 30 May 1913, last residence Fortville, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Thomas Ward Alford and Sallie Murrer Alford; and siblings Barbara Isabelle Alford Lewark, James Ward Alford, Murray John Alford, Robert Bennie Alford, and Thomas Jerry Alford in this compilation.
Her middle name is from Ancestry family trees.
The last name of some members of this family is spelled Allford in various records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Virginia Alberta 1913 IN1, Thomas Ward 1888 IN2, John Lambert 1835 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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VIRGINIA MAE ALFORD RICHARDS
Photo from dgrose43’s Rose Family Tree (Ancestry) – obtained from Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home
MADISON COURIER
Madison, Jefferson Co., IN—Friday, 29 November 2013
Virginia Mae Alford Richards, 92, of Vevay, died Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, at King’s Daughters’ Hospital.
Funeral arrangements and additional information are pending at Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home in Vevay
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Marshall McKinley Alford Sr. and Lillian Mae Pryor Alford; sister Doris E. Alford Osborn; and half-brother Marshall McKinley Alford Jr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brother John T. Alford in Kentucky Obituaries; and of her sister Alma Ruth Alford Benham in Ohio Obituaries.
Her lineage: Virginia Mae 1921 IN1, Marshall McKinley 1896 KY2, Thomas 1874 KY3.
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VIRGINIA OSMAN ALFORD
June 1935 Senior Booster yearbook, Manual Training High School
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 27 July 1972
In another article:
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 28 July 1972
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Samuel J. Alford, in this compilation.
From West Virginia, Births Index (Ancestry): Virginia Osman was born 6 May 1917 in Wood Co., WV, daughter of Sam Osman and Rosa Abraham.
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VIRGINIA R. FINLEY ALFORD
Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home
Lawrenceville, Lawrence Co., IL—_____ May 2012
Virginia R. Alford, age 82, of Vincennes, IN (formerly of Lawrence County) passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes [Knox Co.], IN. She was born October 21, 1929 in Lawrenceville, IL the daughter of David Clarence and Elizabeth Jane (Carroll) Finley. She married Robert “Ray” Alford on May 3, 1946, and he survives.
Virginia worked as a beautician and as a supervisor for a market research company in St. Louis.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and two sisters. Survivors include her husband “Ray” of Vincennes, IN, one son Robert R. Alford, Jr. and wife Joyce, of Patoka, IN, one sister Edna Over of Dunkirk, IN, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
Private graveside services were conducted with burial in May Chapel Cemetery [Lawrenceville].
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COURIER & PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Friday, 4 May 2012
Virginia R. Alford, 82, of Vincennes, Ind., passed away May 2, 2012, in Vincennes, Ind. Survivors include her husband, Robert “Ray” Alford, of Vincennes, Ind.; one son, Robert R. Alford Jr., of Patoka, Ind.; one sister; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Private graveside services were conducted, with burial in May Chapel Cemetery. Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Robert Ray Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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W.G. ALFORD
Shirley Brothers Mortuaries & Crematory
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—_____ August 2020
W.G. Alford, 80, of Indianapolis, passed away August 15, 2020.
He was born May 21, 1940 to the late William G. and Mary (Pruitt) Alford. W.G. was employed with General Equipment Company for 20 years and at Klosterman’s Bakery in maintenance for 10 years. He was a devoted member of Greenfield Church of Christ. W.G. enjoyed his membership in the Dixie Saratoma Little League in Hendersonville, TN.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 18, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 E. Washington Street with funeral services Wednesday, August 19th at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
W.G. is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Jerle; son, Kenneth O. (Crystal); grandchildren, Kayla Mullins, Autumn Radcliff, Halli Alford, Brystal, Cherokee and Dakata Whitcomb; great-grandchildren, Jaxon and Ariel Doty; Mia and Remington Mullins; and Aurora Whitcomb.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his siblings Annie Evelyn Alford, Edna B. Alford Stiles, John Oneal Alford, and Linal O. “Buck” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, William Granger Alford and Mary Elizabeth Pruitt Alford, in Kentucky Obituaries; of his sister Marion Juanita Alford Spencer Singleton in Texas Obituaries; and of his sister Louise Addie Alford Goon Lee in Illinois Obituaries.
In all available records, he is W.G.
From Kentucky, Birth Index (Ancestry): W.G. Alford was born 21 May 1940 in Warren Co., KY, mother’s name Mary Pruett.
Marriage announcement:
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 17 July 1966
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: W.G. 1940 KY1, William Granger 1902 KY2, Peter Henderson 1863 KY3, William Thomas 1838 KY4, William 1804 VA5, William 1775 VA6.
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WALTER FREEMAN ALFORD
STEUBEN REPUBLICAN
Angola, Steuben Co., IN—Wednesday, 6 September 1944
Walter Alford, of Garrett, father of Mrs. Oscar Taylor, passed away Sunday evening at the Garrett Hospital after an illness of a few weeks due to an injury to the shoulder which resulted in a hematoma, with blood poisoning following.
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STEUBEN REPUBLICAN
Angola, Steuben Co., IN—Wednesday, 6 September 1944
FATHER OF HAMILTON LADY DIES AT GARRETT
Walter Alford. 35 [sic: 65], of Garrett, father of Mrs. Oscar Taylor, of Hamilton, died Sunday evening at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Garrett. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Presbyterian Church in Garrett, and burial was at Attica, Ohio.
Besides the wife, four sons and four daughters survive.
Photo from Attica Venice Township Joint Cemetery, Attica, Seneca Co., OH—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Ayres
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Blanche Ayres Alford Beber; and children Alice Margarette Alford Beber and Leonard Willis Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, James M. Alford and Missouri Lovona Harris Alford; son Oscar Donald Alford; and brothers Evert Russell Alford, Harris Noble Alford, and William Alford in Ohio Obituaries; and sons James Allen Alford Sr. and Russell Winfield Alford in Florida Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Walter Freeman 1879 OH1, James M. 1857 OH2, Isaac 1834 OH3, Oliver 1789 MA4, Elijah 1757 MA5, Elijah 1732 CT6, Josiah 1696 CT7, Josiah 1649 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1598 England10.
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WALTER GEORGE ALFORD
Senior photo, Zephyr, 1951 yearbook, Eden High School, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 6 May 2004
Photo from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Walter G. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 3 June 1932, last residence Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Shirley Anne Holt Alford; daughters Connie Jo Alford and Sharrie Lin Alford McConnell; and father, William Clarence “Mack” Alford in this compilation.
From IN Births: Walter George Alford was born 3 June 1932 in Hancock Co., IN, son of Clarence Alford and Leona Butcher.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Walter George 1932 IN1, William Clarence 1890 IN2, Shelton Allen [ALLFORD] 1868 IN3, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN4, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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WALTER SCOTT ALLFORD
Walter in about 1890
Photo from RonTaylor405’s Indiana Taylor Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 22 October 1935
DEATH TUESDAY WALTER ALFORD
Walter F. Alford [sic], age 70, died Tuesday morning at his home one mile south of Ingalls after a long illness.
The body was taken to the George McCarty Funeral Home and prepared for burial and returned to the home this evening. The funeral will be at the Christian church in Ingalls Thursday afternoon at 1 o’clock…. Interment in the Wynn cemetery.
Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Attie Alford, four children, Raymond Alford, of Indianapolis; Mrs. Guy Bolander, Fortville, Route; Mrs. Rena Taylor and Mrs. Isabelle Bever, Indianapolis.
In another article:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 21 November 1935
JOINT WILL IS PROBATED HERE
FIRST TIME IN THE HISTORY OF HANCOCK COUNTY SUCH AN INSTRUMENT WAS PRESENTED.
COURT CONSIDERS MATTER
THEN AFTER TWO WEEKS ADMITS PROBATE OF THE WILL OF WALTER AND ADDIE ALLFORD
For the first time in his eleven years on the bench of the Hancock Circuit Court. Judge Arthur VanDuyn was called upon to pass on the admission to probate of a joint last will and testament. So far as the records show this was the first time in the history of the court that such a will had been presented for consideration and inquiry among attorneys revealed that none of them ever had encountered such a document. So new was the question involved that Judge VanDuyn held the matter for two weeks that he might find authority on the matter, so that the property involved might not be clouded in title. This the court found and admitted the will for probate yesterday.
The will was that of Walter Scott Allford and Addie (Wayne [sic]) Allford, dated December 9, 1933, witnessed by D.E. Hart and Cora Whelchel and reads as follows:
“Know all men by these presents, That we, Walter Scott Allford and Addie (Wynne) Allford, of Vernon Township, Hancock County, Indiana, both being of lawful age and sound memory, do make, publish and declare this instrument to be jointly as well as severally, our last will and testament.
“After the payment of all debts and funeral expenses, we thereafter desire that all property, real as well as personal, at the time of the decease of either of us, shall be held by the survivor during his or her life, in fee simple, to be used as the survivor sees fit.
“It is our desire, in case of the need of administration hereon, at the decease of one of us, that the survivor be appointed without bond.
“Upon the decease of the survivor, we hereby nominate and appoint Raymond C. Allford, of Anderson, to be executor, and in the event of his death or inability to serve, then Paul A. Taylor, of Indianapolis.
“Upon the decease of the survivor it is our desire that our property be divided equally among our four children, Raymond Allford of Anderson, Hattie Bolander of Fortville, Rena Taylor and Isabel Beaver of Indianapolis, and that after the payment of all debts, the personal property, upon decease of the survivor, be divided equally among the heirs.”
The will was submitted for probate after the death of the husband, Walter Scott Allford.
It was stated that in the northern part of the State such joint wills have been probated.
Photo from Wynn Cemetery, Fortville, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, andiema
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Ada Layer “Addie” Wynn Allford; children John Lambert Allford, Martha Ethel “Mattie” Allford Bolander, Raymond Carl Allford, and Sarah Isabelle Allford Beaver; his half-brothers Herbert Clarence Alford and Thomas Ward Alford; and his paternal grandfather, John Lambert Allford Sr., in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Rena Letitia Allford Taylor in Michigan Obituaries; and his half-brother Bert Olney Alford in California Obituaries.
Walter was the son of John Lambert Alford and his first wife, Sarah Fuqua.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
From IN Marriages: Walter S. Allford married Addie L. Wynn on 8 Nov 1885 in Hancock Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1, where Walter is incorrectly listed as Walter J. Alford.
His ALLFORD lineage: Walter Scott 1865 IN1, John Lambert 1835 IN2, John Lambert 1802 VA3, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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WALTERINE SUE ALFORD NEWTON DODD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Thursday, 5 September 2002
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, Robert Alford; and stepmother Marie Bellamy Alford in this compilation.
From IN Marriages: Walterine Newton, age 42 born in MS, married Fred Dodd, age 46 born in MS, on 24 Aug 1985 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
Her lineage: Walterine 1942 IN1, Robert 1923 IN2.
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WANDA CHARLENE ALFORD HADLEY
AAFA #0101
Photo from her funeral marker, Find A Grave
Hope, Bartholomew Co., IN—_____ June 2015
Wanda Charlene Hadley, 68, of Hope, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015, at her home.
She was a nurse practitioner and was employed at Volunteers in Medicine. She was also a Clinic Director and one of the founding members. She had previously been employed at Columbus Pediatrics and at Columbus Regional Hospital in Pediatrics.
Wanda was a member of Newbern United Methodist Church and enjoyed crocheting.
The funeral will be Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Norman Funeral Home in Hope…. Burial will follow at Newbern Cemetery….
Born August 25, 1946 in Greene County, Wanda was the daughter of Charles and Easter Wise Alford. She married Arthur Hadley March 19, 1977 and he survives. Wanda and Arthur were introduced to each other in the same house that they lived in now.
Survivors include her husband; daughter, Beth (Josh) Grube of Seymour; grandson, Keaton Grube of Seymour; siblings, Susie Kutter of Cambridge City, Betty (Fred) Lucas of Morgantown, and Mike (Nancy) Alford of Dublin, IN.
Wanda is preceded in death by her parents.
Photo from Newbern Christian Cemetery, Newbern, Bartholomew Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JCH1984
Photo posted 7/6/2015
Photo from Newbern Christian Cemetery, Newbern, Bartholomew Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tanya Whited
Photo posted in 2023
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her mother, Easter Lorine Wise Alford; and her paternal grandfather, Charles Lester Alford Sr., in this compilation.
Wanda’s ancestor John 1773 VA married Margaret Alford 1774 VA, daughter of John 1735 Ireland6, so she has two Alford lines. See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Wanda Charlene 1946 IN1, Charles Lester 1921 IN2, Charles Lester 1896 IN3, William Edward 1872 MO4, George H. 1836 VA5, James R. 1804 VA6, John 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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WAYNE WILLIAM ALFORD
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Friday, 6 October 1967
RITES HERE SATURDAY FOR WAYNE ALFORD
Wayne W. Alford, 68, R. 5, died at 12:45 Thursday afternoon [October 5] at Rush Memorial Hospital, where he had been a patient for two weeks.
Mr. Alford was born March 18, 1899, in Franklin County, the son of Riley and Phoebe Jackson Alford. He was a retired farmer. He had lived about seven miles southwest of Rushville for several years and at the present home, near Rushville, since May of this year.
The deceased was married to Thelma Noah September 6, 1920, who died August 28, 1963. He married Katherine Stevens May 7, 1967.
Survivors include two sons, Tom, Milroy and Melvin R., Homer; a sister, Mrs. Freeman (Lola) Cameron, east of Clarksburg; ten grandchildren and several step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Moster and Sons Mortuary…. Entombment will be in East Hill Shrine Mausoleum.
Photo from East Hill Shrine Mausoleum, Rushville, Rush Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JCH1984
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Oct 1967) dates of Wayne Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Rushville, Rush Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Thelma Doris Noah Alford; sons Melvin Ralph “Johnny” Alford and Robert Thomas Alford; mother, Phebe Ellen Jackson Alford; and brother Raymond Alford in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: Wayne William Alford died 5 Oct 1967 in Rushville, Rush Co., IN. He was born 18 March 1899 in Franklin Co.., IN, son of Riley and Phoebe Alford.
Probate:
RUSHVILLE REPUBLICAN
Rushville, Rush Co., IN—Thursday, 30 Aspril 1970
His lineage: Wayne William 1899 IN1, Riley Thomas 1878 IN2, William 1841 PA3, John 1821 PA4.
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WILLIAM A. ALFORD
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Monday, 4 January 1932
William A. Alford, 512 East Colfax avenue, died at 7 o’clock Sunday morning after a five weeks illness of heart disease. He was born in Goshen, Ind., Oct. 11, 1852, and had lived in South Bend 55 years. He was married to Elizabeth McMichael, who survives him. He also leaves one son, Percy Alford, of this city, and one daughter, Mrs. C.M. [Cleo] Vanderhoof, of Detroit, Mich.
Funeral rites will take place at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon from the residence of his son, 1407 Lincoln Way West … and burial will be made in city cemetery.
Photo from City Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Diana Brown
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Elizabeth McMichael Alford; children Bertha Alford, Glendaline “Glennie” Alford, and Percy Alford; parents, Robert Alford and Sarah Cart Alford; and siblings Benjamin C. Alford, Delilah Jane Alford Miller, Eleanor C. Alford Chalfant, George Washington Alford, James Melling Alford, and Sarah Ann Alford Swart in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers Joseph F. Alford and Robert Alford Jr. in California Obituaries.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s Corrington Loyal Alford Collection, Fifth Section. From this document: “William D. Alford—he was born in Elkhart County, Indiana, Oct. 11, 1832 [sic: 1852] and by occupation a blacksmith. He married Miss Lizzie McMicheal in 1878. She was born in South Bend, Indiana. They had four children and they reside at South Bend, Indiana.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: William 1852 IN1, Robert 1805 VA2, Henry 1778 VA3, John 1735 Ireland4.
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WILLIAM ALBERT ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Friday, 16 March 1928
FUNERAL SUNDAY OF WILLIAM ALFORD
The funeral of William A. Alford will be at the M.P. Church in this city Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock … with interment in Park cemetery in Charge of F.R. Lynam.
Mr. Alford died Wednesday [March 14] at this home, 20 North State Avenue, Indianapolis. He was 34 years old and is survived by the widow, Bertha Chappell Alford, four brothers and three sisters: Edward and Jesse Alford, of Eden; Samuel Alford, of Maxwell, and Lafayette, of Greenfield; Mrs. Earl Whitaker of Mohawk; Mrs. Nora Spears of Indianapolis, and Mrs. William Maroskie, of Eden.
Mr. Alford was a member of the Knights of Pythias at McCordsville.
Photo from Mount Comfort Cemetery, Mount Comfort, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his first wife, Gertrude Whiteside Alford; parents, Marion Bruce Allford and Analyza Sitton Allford; and brothers Edward Wilburn Alford, Jesse Milton Allford, Lafayette “Lafe” Allford, and Samuel Justice Alford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
From IN Marriages: William A. Alford, born 22 Aug 1893, married Gertrude Whiteside, born 23 Apr 1898, on 8 Nov 1915 in Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: William A. Alford married Bertha Chapple on 3 Dec 1921 in Marion Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: William Albert 1893 IN1, Marion Bruce [ALLFORD] 1858 IN2, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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WILLIAM BURGESS ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 1 February 1918
Alford—William B., age 63 years, died Jan. 30. Funeral at the residence, 1139 West Thirty-third St., Friday, 2 p.m. Friends invited. Burial at Crown Hill.
Photo from Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, R & S Fine
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Jonathan C. Alford and Sarah Anne Price Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother James Tennyson Alford in South Dakota Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: William Burgess Alford 1855 IN1, Jonathan C. 1813 NC2, John 1786 NC3.
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WILLIAM CHESTER “CHICK” ALLFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Monday, 30 December 1974
William C. (Chick) Allford, 66, 419 “A” st. died Saturday at Veterans Hospital. Indianapolis.
Allford was born in Mohawk Sept. 19, 1908, the son of Lafayette and Lillian (Rayhill [sic: Cahill]) Allford. He had lived in Hancock county all his life. He was a veteran of WWII, and member of the VFW.
Surviving are the widow, Alberta (Evans) Allford, children, William E. Allford, Edward Allford, Bruce Allford, Robert Allford, Nina Allford, Becky Allford, stepson, Joseph Evans, all of Greenfield and three grandchildren.
Services will be Tuesday at Pasco Memorial Mortuary, at 1:30 p.m…. Interment will follow in Park cemetery….
Photo from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, susan clemons
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Dec 1974) dates of William Allford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his children Becky Marie Allford Bailey and William Eugene Alford; parents Lafayette “Lafe” Allford and Lillian Cahill Allford; and sister Margaret Pearl Allford McConnell in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: William Chester Allford was born 19 Sept 1908 in IN, son of Lafayette and Lillian Allford. He died 28 Dec 1974 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. His wife is Alberta Allford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: William Chester 1908 IN1, Lafayette “Lafe” 1888 IN2, Marion Bruce 1858 IN3, Samuel 1837 IN4, John Lambert 1802 VA5, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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WILLIAM CLARENCE “MACK” ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Saturday, 16 May 1970
William C. (Mack) Alford, age 79 years, a resident of Rt. 5, Greenfield, died at 1:30 p.m. Friday in his home.
Born in Hancock County, the son of Shelton and Effie Roberts Alford, Mr. Alford had lived all of his life in this community. He was a retired farmer, Veteran of World War I, a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge and Hancock Post No. 119, the American Legion and the Joseph Allen Barracks WWI Veterans.
Surviving are the wife, Mrs. Leona Alford: one son, Walter G. Alford of Rt. 6, Greenfield; three granddaughters, Connie, Cindy and Sherrie Alford; one sister, Mrs. Flossie Kinsey of Mohawk.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Monday from the Pasco Memorial Mortuary with Rev. James Green, pastor of the Eden United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be Eden Cemetery….
Photo from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cathy Butcher Needham
Photo from Eden Cemetery, Eden, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 5 Sept 1890 and died _____ May 1970, last residence Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his son Walter George Alford; parents, Shelton Allen Allford and Effie Leora Roberts Allford; and sister Flossie Fern Allford Kinsey in this compilation.
William C. Alford, age 9, is listed on the 1900 census with his parents, Shelton and Effie L. Alford, and his sister Flossie.
From IN Marriages: Shelton A. Alford and Effie L. Roberts were married in Hancock Co., IN, on 29 Aug 1889.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: William Clarence 1890 IN1, Shelton Allen [ALLFORD] 1868 IN2, Samuel [ALLFORD] 1837 IN3, John Lambert [ALLFORD] 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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WILLIAM CLAY ALFORD, JR.
Uncle of Clarence Lambert Alford, Jr., AAFA #1537
COURIER & PRESS
Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—Tuesday, 11 December 2018
William Alford Jr., 98, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018 at his home.
William was born in Henderson, Kentucky on May 27, 1920 to the late William C. and Ada Lee (Trogden) Alford. He honorably served in the United States Army where he received the Bronze Star. William worked in quality control as a supervisor with Chrysler, Sunbeam, Hoosier Cardinal and Hahn retiring in 1981.
William is survived by his children, Bill Alford (Jackie), Ron Alford (Betty), Jerry Alford (Phyllis) and Pam Diehl; grandchildren, Tim Alford (Lynn), Jane Whitney (her fiancé, Jeff Lindsey), Nick Alford (Beth), Julie Mattingly (Marty), Dan Diehl (Erin), Matt Diehl (Kari), Scott Alford (Jen), Samantha Freeman (Dave), Ryan Alford;, great grandchildren, Carmen and Conner Alford, Drake Whitney, Marina Whitney, Kinsley, Evan, Annastyn and Hudson Alford, Mitchell and Jack Mattingly, Greta Diehl, Hudson Diehl, Ashlyn and Landon Freeman.
William was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette in 1989; his parents; a son-in-law, Jack Diehl; a granddaughter, Christine Alford; and by three siblings.
A private graveside service will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Chapel where the Retired Veterans Memorial Club will conduct military rites….
Photo from Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Y
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Jeanette Walker Alford; mother, Ada Lee Trogden Alford; and sister Georgia Helen Alford Hall in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Clarence Lambert Alford Sr. in California Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John Alford & Lucy Bradley.
His lineage: William Clay 1920 KY1, William Clay 1899 KY2, Joseph Clayton 1871 KY3, Josephus C. 1847 KY4, Joseph 1812 KY5, Achilles 1772 VA/NC6, John before 1750 VA7.
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WILLIAM DAVID ALLFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 15 June 1999
William D. Allford, 44, of Greenfield, died June 13, 1999.
Born July 28, 1954, in Greenfield, he was the son of William and Joyce (Baker) Allford. He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church. He was a 1972 graduate of Greenfield Central High School and a 1986 graduate of Ball State University.
Survivors include his parents; son Adam Allford of Greenfield; sisters Amy Godbey and Jenny Lovell, both of Greenfield; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Michael’s Catholic Church…. Burial will follow at Park Cemetery.
Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Pasco Memorial Mortuary in Greenfield….
Photo from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Glenna Shelby
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of William E. Allford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lee Ann Burrier Allford; and father, William Eugene Allford, in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: William D. Allford’s death certificate lists his cause of death as suicide: “Hanged himself with rope attached to ceiling.”
From:
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Wednesday, 23 December 1987
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: William David 1954 IN1, William Eugene 1929 IN2, William Chester 1908 IN3, Lafayette “Lafe” 1888 IN4, Marion Bruce 1858 IN5, Samuel 1837 IN6, John Lambert 1802 VA7, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA8, John 1732 VA9, John 1696 ??10.
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WILLIAM E. ALFORD
DAILY JOURNAL
Franklin, Johnson Co., IN—21 May 2003
William E. Alford, 63, died Monday, May 19, 2003, at St. Francis Hospital Beech Grove. He was a resident of Greenwood.
He was born Jan. 12, 1940, in Bowling Green, Ky. His parents were Abner J. and Ruby Mae (Runner) Alford. He married Barbara J. (Eaker) Alford on July 27, 1962, in Indianapolis. She survives. Other survivors include a son, James Alford of Greenwood; two daughters, Christy Horton of New Whiteland and Melissa Biszantz of Bargersville; a brother, Garnie Alford of Indianapolis; two sisters, Marina Gammons of Indianapolis and Geneva Cole of Brownsville, Ky.; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters.
He was employed by Kroger Co. as a truck driver for 10 years, retiring in 1992. He also was the owner of Alford Home Improvement Co. for several years.
He was a member of American Legion Atkins Saw Post 355.
He was a U.S. Army veteran.
A service will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Forest Lawn Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Home, State Road 135 Chapel. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Entombment will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in White River Township.
Photo from Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Marilyn
Photo posted in 2013
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of William E. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Barbara J. Eaker Alford; mother, Ruby May Runner Alford; and siblings Garnie R. Alford and Marena Elene Alford Gammons in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his siblings Geneva E. “Genny” Alford Cole and Junior A. “Ben” Alford in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William E. 1940 KY1, Abner Jasper 1905 KY2, Abner Jasper 1865 KY3, William Thomas 1838 KY4, William 1804 VA5, William 1775 VA6.
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WILLIAM EDWARD ALFORD
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Wednesday, 1 July 1936
WORD OF DEATH WILLIAM ALFORD
Word has been received here by relatives that William A. Alford died Wednesday morning at his home in Martinsville [Morgan Co.]. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.
Mr. Alford was a brother-in-law of William Martin, this city.
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DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 2 July 1936
FUNERAL OF WILLIAM ALFORD
Funeral services for William E. Alford, who passed away at his home in Martinsville, Wednesday morning, will take place Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock at Curry’s Chapel church. Interment will take place in the Curry’s Chapel cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Ida Mildred Martin Alford; son Charles Lester Alford Sr.; and father, George H. Alford, in this compilation.
In 1880, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN, William Alford, age 6, is living in the household of his grandmother Tabitha Alford, age 66
From IN Marriages: Wm. E. Alford married Ida Martin on 6 Aug 1893 in Hancock Co., IN.
On William Edward Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 44, born 26 Dec 1873, living in Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN. His wife is Ida Mildred Alford.
William and his wife Ida may be buried in unmarked graves in the large Martin family plot in Currys Chapel Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—see notes under Ida’s obituary.
William’s ancestor John 1773 VA married Margaret Alford 1774 VA, daughter of John 1735 Ireland6, so he has two Alford lines. See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: William Edward 1872 MO1, George H. 1836 VA2, James R. 1804 VA3, John 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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WILLIAM EDWARD “ED” ALVORD
ALEXANDRIA TIMES-TRIBUNE
Alexandria, Madison Co., IN—Thursday, 20 July 1967
Photo from IOOF Cemetery, Alexandria, Madison Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Colleen Sanders Broyles
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his second wife, Catherine Luetgenau Alvord, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Shirley Katherine Alvord Brubaker; and father Edward Lionel Alvord in Michigan Obituaries; and of his mother, Julia Anna Burke Alvord, in Wisconsin Obituaries.
From Michigan, Marriage Records (Ancestry): William E. Alvard, age 28 son of Edw. Alvard and Julia A. Burke, married Katherine M. Schwall, age 28 daughter of Wm. E. Schwall and Kath Plein on 24 Nov 1921 in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI.
From Michigan, Divorce Records (Ancestry): William E. Alvord and Katherine M. Alvord were divorced on 14 July 1923 in Detroit, MI. Divorce status: Withdrawn [?]. Number of children: 0 [?].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
His ALVORD lineage: William Edward 1894 MI1, Edward Lionel 1859 MI2, William Alanson 1829 NY3, Theoditus 1792 NY4, Joseph 1733 MA5, Joseph 1697 MA6, Ebenezer 1665 MA7, Alexander 1627 England8, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England9.
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WILLIAM EUGENE ALFORD
“William Alford & Bonnie Daugherity Wedding Pic”
Photo from Cynthia Sellers’ Alford Family Tree (Ancestry)
WASHINGTON TIMES HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Saturday, 2 January 1988
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WASHINGTON TIMES HERALD
Washington, Daviess Co., IN—Monday, 4 January 1988
Photo from Saint John Cemetery, Washington, Daviess Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Y
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 2 Jun 1926 and died _____ Jan 1988, last residence Washington, Daviess Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his son James William Alford; and siblings Cleophas Agnes “Cleo” Alford Brochin, Richard Thomas Alford (with family photo), Rose Eileen Alford Theroff, and Sarah Margaret Alford Webber in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother James Andrew “Brother Max” Alford in Louisiana Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: William E. Alford, age 26, son of Everett Alford and Rose Kidwell, married Bonnie Della Daugherity, age 24, daughter of David Alexander Daugherity and Laura Jane Nichols, on 21 Nov 1952 in Knox Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: William Eugene 1926 IN1, Thomas Everett 1885/1884 IN2, James M. 1857 OH3, Isaac 1834 OH4, Oliver 1789 MA5, Elijah 1757 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT8, Josiah 1649 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1598 England11.
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WILLIAM EUGENE ALLFORD
Senior photo, Camaradarie, 1946 yearbook, Greenfield High School, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN
DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 12 January 2006
William E. “Bill” Allford, 77, of Greenfield, died Wednesday, January 11, 2006 at his home.
Born on January 6, 1929 in Greenfield, he was the son of William Chester Allford and Mary M. (Andrick) Allford Hagerty. Mr. Allford married Rita Joyce (Baker) Allford on January 16, 1954.
He was a powerhouse operator for RCA in Indianapolis before retiring in 1990. Mr. Allford was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Greenfield. He was also a charter member of the Knights of Columbus in Greenfield and a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Indianapolis and Greenfield. A 50-year member of the American Legion Post #119 in Greenfield, he had served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. Mr. Allford also served in the National Guard and the Marine Corps Reserves. He was a woodworker, fisherman, and loved dogs.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce Allford of Greenfield; daughters, Jenny (David) Lovell and Amy (Jeff) Godbey, both of Greenfield; grandchildren, Megan, Tara, Diana, Adam, Josiah, and Aaron; and great-grandchildren, Casey, Abby and Dylan.
Preceding him in death were his parents and son, William D. Allford.
A rosary service will be held on Friday, January 13, at 4:00 p.m. at Erlewein Mortuary, 1484 West US 40, Greenfield…. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Saturday, January 14, at 10:00 a.m. St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Greenfield. Burial will follow at Park Cemetery in Greenfield….
Photo from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Glenna Shelby
Photo from Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Clemons
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of William E. Allford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his son William David Allford; father William Chester “Chick” Allford; and sister Becky Marie Allford Bailey in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: William Eugene 1929 IN1, William Chester 1908 IN2, Lafayette “Lafe” 1888 IN3, Marion Bruce 1858 IN4, Samuel 1837 IN5, John Lambert 1802 VA6, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA7, John 1732 VA8, John 1696 ??9.
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WILLIAM GUY ALLFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 5 September 1946
WILLIAM ALFORD DIES NEAR WILKINSON MONDAY
William Guy Alford, age 58, a prominent farmer of the Wilkinson community, died at his home Monday [September 2]. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 2:30 p. m. at the Milner Corner church. Interment will be made in the McCray cemetery.
Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Ruby Alford; a son, Marion Alford, near Wilkinson; a brother, Ray Alford, Eden; a sister, Mrs. Vera Haywood, Brookville; two half-sisters, Mrs. Bonnie Cornelius and Mrs. Thelma Boomershine, both of Oxford, Ohio, and two grandchildren.
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DAILY REPORTER
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Tuesday, 3 September 1946
FARMER DIES OF HEART AILMENT
Guy Alford, age 58 years, passed away at his home on the W.W. Martindale farm in Green township early Tuesday morning after a 13-weeks illness of an heart ailment.
Born and reared in Hancock [coun]ty, Mr. Alford lived all of his life in the Eden vicinity where he was well and favorably known.
Surviving are the widow, Ruby; one son Marion, of the Wilkinson community, two grandchildren; a brother Ray, of Eden; a sister, Mrs. Vera Hayward, of Brookville; two half-sisters, Mrs. Bonnie Cornelius and Mrs. Selma Boomershipe, of Oxford, Ohio.
Funeral services will take place from the Milner’s Corner church Thursday afternoon at 2:30 with burial in McCray cemetery.
Condo & Son, funeral directors announce friends may calle at the Alford home anytime.
Photo from McCray Cemetery, Wilkinson, Hancock Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, DSON1492
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his brother John Raymond Allford in this compilation.
Members of this family spell their last name Allford and Alford. He is Guy Allford on his gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His ALLFORD lineage: William Guy 1888 IN1, John L. 1862 IN2, Samuel 1837 IN3, John Lambert 1802 VA4, John [ALFORD] 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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WILLIAM H. ALFORD
HANCOCK DEMOCRAT
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 6 November 1890
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his brother Joseph L. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Francis Marian Alford in Ohio Obituaries.
William is buried in Caldwell Cemetery, Center Township, Hancock Co., IN, but his large gravestone is worn and illegible.
From IN Marriages: William H. Alford married Elizabeth H. Bowers on 8 June 1865 in Hancock Co., IN.
Estate settlement:
GREENFIELD REPUBLICAN
Greenfield, Hancock Co., IN—Thursday, 21 April 1892
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: William H. 1838 IN1, Logan E. 1807 VA2, Henry 1778 VA3, John 1735 Ireland4.
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WILLIAM HARRISON ALFORD
PRINCETON CLARION-NEWS
Princeton, Gibson Co., IN—Monday, 21 October 1918
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Eva Geneva Alford Byrd; and daughter Julia May Alford Crowe Boyd Hinderliter in this compilation.
From IN Deaths: On William Alford’s death certificate, he died 19 Oct 1918 [different than obituary] in Princeton, Gibson Co., IN. He was age 32, birthdate blank. His parents are Richard Alford and Lucindie Langford, both born in IN.
In 1910, Philadelphia Co., PA, William H. Alford is a soldier in the Marine Corps, living in the Marine Barracks. He is age 23, born in IN, as were his parents.
From IN Marriages: William Alford, son of Richard Alford, married Eva Greathouse on 26 Nov 1912 in IN. In another record, date and place are 20 Nov 1912 in Princeton, IN.
From IN Births: Arthur Alford was born 24 May 1916 in Hazleton, Gibson Co., IN, son of Wm. Alford and Eva Greathouse. [This child was probably deceased at the time of William’s death.]
On William Harrison Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 32, born 14 Feb 1886. He and his wife Eva, his contact, are living at 1121 So. Seminary, Princeton, Gibson Co., IN.
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WILLIAM HARRY ALFORD
TERRE HAUTE TRIBUNE
Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN—Wednesday, 23 August 1950
Photo from Roselawn Memorial Park, Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Darrelll
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his second wife, Cora Ellen Stark Shannon Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Francis Marion Alford in Michigan Obituaries.
From IN Marriages: Harry Alford, age 30, born 15 May 1879 in Cannelburg, IN, son of Clay Alford and Alice Gates, married Cora Shannon, age 30, born 10 Sept 1879 in Vigo Co., IN, daughter of Frank Stark and Mary Smith, on 27 Feb 1909 in Vigo Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: William Harry 1879 IN1, Henry Clay 1855 KY2, James Franklin 1820 VA3, Charles 1801 VA4, John 1768 VA5, Thomas 1736 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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WILLIAM JOE ALFORD
VINCENNES SUN-COMMERCIAL
Vincennes, Knox Co., IN—Monday, 21 January 2013
William J. Alford, 66, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013, at the Lodge of the Wabash.
“Bill” to his friends, he will always be Billy Joe to his family.
After serving in the U.S. Army, he was employed for 30 years by Good Samaritan Hospital. A kind, quiet and hard-working man who spent many years caring for others, he will be missed by family and friends.
He is survived by sister, Lynne Nathan and her husband, Jon; an aunt, Carolyn Matteson; an uncle, Wayne Thacker; dear friends Anne Bowens, who made Bill feel a part of her family, and Karen Sheppard; his special friend, Pat Crane; and many others.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Alford; and his mother, Greta Thacker.
At his request no services are planned. His remains will be placed near his father at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Fairview Cemetery.
Photo from Vincennes City Cemetery, Vincennes, Knox Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sue York
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
His middle name is from his Find A Grave memorial.
From Indiana, Marriages, 1811–1959 (FamilySearch.org): William S. Alford married Greda Lavon Thacker on 13 Nov 1945 in Daviess Co., IN. William was born 1 Apr 1915 in Knox Co., IN, the son of Harrison Alford and Irene Chastain. Greda was born 22 March 1927 in Linton, Green Co., IN, the daughter of Dewey Thacker and Beulah Biddle.
William, Greta, William’s father Harrison, and Greta’s parents are buried in Vincennes City Cemetery, Vincennes, Knox Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Harrison Alford married Irene Chastine on 27 Oct 1913 in Knox Co.
On Harrison Benjamin Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 23, a farmer living in Vincennes, Knox Co., IN. He was born 30 Aug 1894 in Washington, Daviess Co., IN, and has a wife and baby.
From IN Deaths: Harrison Alford died 12 Dec 1918 in Vincennes, IN, age 25.
His lineage: William J. 1946 IN1, William S. 1915 IN2, Harrison Benjamin 1894 IN3.
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WILLIAM JOHN ALFORD, SR.
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Wednesday, 29 September 1943
Photo from Union Cemetery, Hackettstown, Warren Co., NJ—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Phil Dzielski
“Alford Family Mausoleum”
Note from photographer: “There are 6 Alfords in the locked mausoleum from what I found. The plots are listed as several lots, Section H 61-63NE, H 62-64, & H 59-60. The 6 people shown are Herbert, “Rilla”, Nellie, another Nellie, William, and William J. I tried to look inside, but limited light, and dirty small window sections, made it impossible to see anything, including any names or dates inside.”
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Nellie Crane Alford; daughter Nellie Crane Alford Hill Hill; and brother Ralph Blakeslee Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son William John Alford Jr. in Connecticut Obituaries; of his son Herbert Watson Alford in Georgia Obituaries; of his father, John Alford; and brother Charles McMillan Alford in Florida Obituaries; and of his sisters Carolyn B. Alford Moon and Martha Alford in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
From IN Deaths: William J. Alford died 28 Sept 1943 [different than obituary] in South Bend, IN. He was born 6 Jan 1861 in PA, son of John Alford and Mary Blakeslee. Burial was in Hackettstown, NJ.
In 1910 William Sr.’s family is in Anderson (District 85), Madison Co., IN, dwelling #186: William J. Alford, board manufacturer, age 49 born PA, first marriage 22 years; his wife Nellie C. 41 NJ, 4 children, 3 living; children: William J. Jr. 21 PA, Nellie C. 14 IN, and Herbert W. 11 IN; and a servant.
In 1900 they are still in Anderson (District 78), dwelling #338: William Alford, [hard to read but probably] board manufacturer, age 39 born [month illeg] 1861 in PA, m. 12 years; his wife Nellie 31 born Dec 1868 in NJ, 4 children, 3 living; and children: William Jr. 11 born March 1889 in PA; Nellie C. 4 born March 1896 in IN; and Herbert 1 born Feb. 1899 in IN.
In 1880 they are still in New Castle (District 216), dwelling #207: John R. Alford, minister age 52 born PA; his wife Mary B. 48 born NY; and children: Mattie 23 IL teacher, Charles M. 21 IL teacher, Wm. J. 19 PA teacher, Ralph B. 13 PA, Hattie J. 11 PA, and Carrie B. 4 PA.
In 1870, they are in New Castle, Lawrence Co., PA, dwelling #260: John Alford, fire insurance agent age 42 born PA; Mary B. 38 NY; and children: Martha 13 IL, Charles M. 10 IL, William J. 8 PA, Percy 6 PA, Ralph 3 PA, Hattie J. 1, PA; and Mary 18 PA.
In 1900 John’s family is in Beaver Falls Ward 3 (District 11), Beaver Co., PA, dwelling #110: John Alford, minister, age 72 born Jan 1828 in PA, m. 44 years; his wife Mary 68 born Feb 1832 in NY, 8 children, 6 living; and daughter Martha 43 born Aug 1856 in IL, single no occupation.
In 1910 they are in Los Angeles Assembly District 71 (District 163), Los Angeles Co., CA, dwelling #110: John Alford, retired widower age 82 born PA; his daughter Martha 54 IL single no occupation; daughter Hattie A. Cowles 40 born PA, first marriage 19 years, 1 child, 1 living, no occupation; and granddaughter Marjorie B. Cowles 15 PA.
From New Jersey, Marriage Records (Ancestry): Wm. J. Alford married Nellie S. Crane, age 20, on 14 June 1888 in Hackettstown, Warren Co., NJ.
Wedding announcement:
DAILY CITY NEWS
New Castle, Lawrence Co., PA—Saturday, 9 June 1888
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s “Michael Alford Family” in About Alfords, July 1984, pages 11–13.
His lineage: William John 1861 PA1, John 1828 PA2, Thomas 1800 PA3, Michael about 1765 Ireland4.
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WILLIAM JONES ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Friday, 11 February 1977
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INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 12 February 1977
Photo from Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Marilyn
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in KY) was born 8 Nov 1916 and died _____ Feb 1977, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Agnes Louise Earles Alford; daughter Willie Marie Alford Bray Craig Smith; and sister Mary Odell Alford Sims in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his parents, James Howard Alford and Nannie Bell Estes Alford; and siblings Aubrey Wesley Alford, J.C. Alford, Matilda Ann Alford Peck, and Mildred Jewell Alford Gooch in Kentucky Obituaries.
From SSACI: William Jones Alford was born 8 Nov 1916, son of James H. Alford and Nannie Estes. He died _____ Feb 1977.
From Kentucky, Birth Index (Ancestry): William J. Alford was born 8 Nov 1916 in Lincoln Co., KY, mother’s name Nannie Estes.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: William Jones 1916 KY1, James Howard 1888 KY2, Andrew Jackson 1854 KY3, George M. 1823 KY4, John 1782 VA5, Jacob 1757 VA6, James 1715 VA7.
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WILLIAM L. ALFORD
See JOSEPHINE LUCAS DEMPSEY ALFORD in this compilation.
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WILLIAM ROBERT ALFORD
[He died at a hospital in Ohio, but we are including his obituary here because Indiana was his home.]
PALLADIUM-ITEM
Richmond, Wayne Co., IN—Sunday, 4 January 1981
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 14 Aug 1917 and died _____ Jan 1981, last residence Connersville, Fayette Co., IN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Jeanne Marie Brown Alford; parents, Ferdinand Silvester Alford and Myrtle Sylvia Hokey Alford; and siblings Helen M. Alford Dielkes, Josephine Kathryn Alford Perkins, and Donald Clemons Alford in this compilation.
From Ohio, County Marriage Records (Ancestry): William Robert Alford, age 27, son of Ferdinand Alford and Myrtle Hokey, married Jeanne Marie Brown, age 26, daughter of Edward M. Brown and Anna Cooney, on 16 Aug 1945 in Clark Co., OH.
His lineage: William Robert 1917 IN1, Ferdinand Silvester 1883 IN2, John 1843 PA3, John 1821 PA4.
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WILLIAM TRAVIS ALFORD, SR.
[Travis died in Indiana, but we are also including his obituary in Arkansas Obituaries because of his close ties there.]
ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE
Little Rock, Pulaski Co., AR—Tuesday, 25 May 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2003
MISHAWAKA [St. Joseph Co.], Ind.—William “Travis” Alford Sr., 76, of Mishawaka, Ind., passed away [May 20] at 10:20 a.m. in Memorial Hospital, South Bend, Ind., after a long illness.
He was born on July 17, 1922 in Des Arc [Prairie Co.], Ark., to Emma and George Alford. He married Laura Norene King on Sept. 4, 1942.
He was preceded in death by his wife and parents.
He is survived by one daughter, Sandy Dollarhide of North Little Rock, Ark.; two sons, Ron Alford and William Travis Alford Jr. (Bill) of Mishawaka, Ind.; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Francis Lee and Jean Wiggs of Des Arc, Ark.; two brothers, Herschel Alford of Cabot, Ark. and Bobby Dale Alford of DeValls Bluff, Ark.
Travis was retired from the Bendix Corporation in April of 1981 after 31 years of employment.
Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Lakeside Cemetery by Garth Funeral Home of Des Arc.
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SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Saturday, 22 May 1999
William “Travis” Alford, Sr., 76, of Mishawaka, Ind., passed away after a long illness at 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, May 20, in Memorial Hospital, South Bend, Ind.
He was born on July 17, 1922, in Des Arc, Ark., to Emma and George Alford. He married Laura Norene King on Sept. 4, 1942.
He was preceded in death by his wife and parents.
He is survived by a daughter, Sandy Dollarhyde of North Little Rock, Ark.; two sons, Ron Alford and William Travis “Bill” Alford, Jr., of Mishawaka; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Frances Lee and Jean Wiggs of Des Arc; two brothers, Herschel Alford of Cabot, Ark., and Bobby Dale Alford of DuValls Bluff, Ark.; and by a brother-in-law, Leroy King of Mishawaka.
Travis was retired from the Bendix Corporation in April 1981, after 31 years of employment.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the Bubb Funeral Chapel North, 3910 North Main Street, Mishawaka. Funeral services and burial will occur in Des Arc, Ark.
The Garth Funeral Home, 211 Main Street, Des Arc, will be handling arrangements in Arkansas.
Photo from Lakeside Cemetery, Des Arc, Prairie Co., AR—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Paula Campbell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of William T. Alford (SS# issued in AR) and list his death date as 20 May 1999, last residence Mishawaka, St Joseph Co., IN.
See the obituary of his wife, Laura Norene King Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Sandra Virginia Alford Dollarhide; parents, George Washington Alford and Emma Virginia Sanders Alford; and siblings Herschel Eldon Alford and Virginia Frances Alford Lee in Arkansas Obituaries.
His lineage: William Travis 1922 AR1, George Washington 1898 AR2, James Thomas 1860 TN3.
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WILLIE LEE ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—17 September 2007
Willie Lee Alford, Sr. 80, Indianapolis, died Sept. 14, 2007. Services: Noon, Sept. 20 in Flanner & Buchanan Funeral Center - Washington Park North, with calling there from 10 a.m.
Photo from Washington Park North Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, dgl
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie Alford (SS# issued in AL) was born 1 Aug 1926, last residence Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.
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WILLIE MARIE ALFORD BRAY CRAIG SMITH
Senior photo, The Ivian, 1955 yearbook, Emmerich Manual Training High School, Indianapolis, IN
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—4 October 2006
Willie Marie Smith 70, Beech Grove, departed this life on October 2, 2006 at home.
Willie was a welder for GM Truck and Bus for 30 years, retiring in 2001. Willie was a member of Moose Lodge #1883, American Legion, and Eagles, all of Beech Grove.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Smith; daughter, Jennifer “Crickett” Pechette; mother, Agnes Alford; brother, Robert Alford; and five grandchildren: Cassie and Sean O’Gara, and Charlie, Thomas and Kyle Pechette.
Services were entrusted to Little and Sons Funeral Home of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Photo from Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood, Johnson Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Marilyn
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie M. Smith (SS# issued in IN) was born 1 Oct 1936, last residence Beech Grove, Marion Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Jones Alford and Agnes Louise Earles Alford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: Willie Marie Alford was born 1 Oct 1936 in Stanford, KY, daughter of William J. Alford and Agnes L. Earles. She is listed as:
1951 Willie Marie Alford
1954 Willie Marie Bray
1963 Willie Marie Craid [sic]
1964 Willie Mar Craig
1966 Willie Mar Smith
From IN Marriages: Willie Alford married Donald Bray on 13 Aug 1954 in Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Willie Alford married Ollie Craig on 14 Apr 1960 in Marion Co., IN.
From IN Marriages: Wilie Craig married Charles Smith on22 May 1965 in Marion Co., IN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Willie Marie 1936 KY1, William Jones 1916 KY2, James Howard 1888 KY3, Andrew Jackson 1854 KY4, George M. 1823 KY5, John 1782 VA6, Jacob 1757 VA7, James 1715 VA8.
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WINFIELD S. ALFORD
INDIANAPOLIS NEWS
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Saturday, 8 July 1911
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his siblings Allison Granville Alford, George Andrew Alford, Isaiah Alford, Joseph A. Alford, Nancy Jane Alford Alford, and Samuel V. Alford in this compilation.
In 1900, Washington, Rush Co., IN: Winfield Alford, farmer age 47 born Aug 1852 in OH; and his brother Isaiah 46 born Jan 1854 in OH. Their father was born in WV and mother in OH.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Winfield S. 1852 OH1, Andrew 1816 VA2, Henry 1778 VA3, John 1735 Ireland4.
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WINNA ALFORD HICKS
WHITE RIVER VALLEY TIMES
Bloomfield, Greene Co., IN—Thursday, 17 April 1856
On the 6th inst., of typhoid fever, at her residence in Richland Township [Greene Co.], Mrs. Winnie Hicks, aged about 30 years. She was an exemplary member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and she died in the hope of reaping her reward in Heaven.
Photo from Grandview Cemetery, Bloomfield, Greene Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Photo taken by Susan Halman Fowler, inactive contributor
Inscription: Winna | Wife of | Wm. C. Hicks | Born | Jan. 11, 1810 | Died | Apr. 6, 1856
AAFA NOTES: William Hicks, 42 TN, and Winny Hicks, 41 NC, are listed on the 1850 census in District 40, Green Co., IN, with 7 children, and 2 adult Hicks women, probably William’s mother and sister.
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ZATHA M. ALFORD HOOPLE
SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE
South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN—Friday, 13 June 1986
Photo from Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth, Marshall Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Verkins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Zatha Hoople (SS# issued in IN) was born 5 July 1900 and died _____ June 1986, last residence Plymouth, Marshall Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her mother, Elizabeth Catherine Croddy Alford; and sisters Elma Alford Finn and Mildred Eleanor Alford Lindsay in this compilation.
In 1910, Salt Creek Township, Franklin Co., IN, family #18:
Arthur Alford head 59 IN PA PA 2nd marriage, 12 years merchant
Elizabeth wife 36 IN VA IN 1st marriage, 12 years
3 children, 3 living
Mildred dau 12 IN IN IN
Zatha M. dau 9 IN IN IN
Ruth E. dau 6 IN IN IN
Her lineage: Zatha M. 1900 IN1, Arthur 1853 IN2, John 1821 PA3.
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Aunt of Willard Lee Alford, Jr., AAFA #0309
THE NEWS-BANNER
Bluffton, Wells Co., IN—Wednesday, 7 December 2005
Mother of Mrs. Gene (Barbara) Biberstein of Bluffton, Zelda H. Alford, 96, of Huntington [Huntington Co.], died at 6:20 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2005, at Millers Merry Manor, Huntington. She was a homemaker and a member of Zion United Methodist Church.
Born August 21, 1909, in Huntington, she was a daughter of John F. and Mary B. Smith Schoeff. Her marriage was on March 8, 1931 to Russell T. Alford, who preceded her in death on Jan. 8, 1994.
Surviving, in addition to the Bluffton daughter, are two sons, James Alford of Syracuse and Jack Alford of Huntington; two additional daughters, Mrs. Jerry (Sonja) Holloway of Columbia City and Mrs. Dick (Nancy) Rice of Huntington; one brother, Eldon B. Schoeff of Huntington; one sister, Mrs. Betty Fullhart of Warren; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Five brothers, Christy L., Ernest L., John A., Dwight E. and Clarence L. Schoeff, and one sister, Mildred Schoeff, are deceased.
Calling is from 2 to 8 p.m. today, Wednesday, at the Deal-Rice Funeral Home, Huntington Chapel, where the funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday.... Burial will be in Zion Cemetery....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Zelda H. Alford (SS# issued in IN), last residence Huntington, Huntington Co., IN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Russell Thomas Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Jack Allen Alford, Nancy Joan Alford Rice, and Sonja Sue Alford Holloway in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son James Clarence Alford in Florida Obituaries.
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ZORA ANNA DINKINS ALFORD GIBSON ROBINSON
INDIANAPOLIS STAR
Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN—Sunday, 21 April 1957
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Omer Garfield Alford; and son Virgil Edward Alford in this compilation.
