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Minnesota Obituaries
MINNESOTA OBITUARIES OF ALFORDS
AND SPELLING VARIATIONS
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: 12 MARCH 2020
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The families of some of the subjects of these Minnesota 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. Known Descendants of Benedict Alford and Joan Newton (DNA Group 4) and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England (DNA Group Four)
2. Known Descendants of Alexander Alvord and Mary Vore (DNA Group 4) and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England (DNA Group Four)
See also Open Library’s A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord
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Frequently cited sources include these databases at Ancestry:
MN Births: Minnesota, Birth Index, 1935–2000; Minnesota Birth Index, 1900–1934; and Minnesota, Births and Christenings Index, 1840–1980
MN Marriages: Minnesota, Marriage Index, 1958–2001
MN Deaths: Minnesota Death Index, 1908–2017; also, Minnesota Deaths and Burials, 1835–1990 (FamilySearch.org)
SSDI: Social Security Death Index, 1935–2014
SSACI: Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
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ALMA W. ALFORD
WORTHINGTON ADVANCE
Worthington, Nobles Co., MN—Thursday, 30 July 1896
Alma W. Alford, aged 18 years. Died at the residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Alford, Friday July 24th.
The deceased was born at Buffalo, Iowa, in 1878. About two years ago he contracted the dread disease, consumption, since which time he has been an invalid at various times and finally succumbed to the fatal disease.
The services were held at the residence Sunday and the remains laid at rest in the Lakeside cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of his parents, Charles H. Alford and Julia Johnson Alford; and brothers Benjamin Boise Alford, Clarence E. Alford, and Harry J. Alford in Iowa Obituaries.
His lineage: Alma W. 1878 IA1, Charles H. 1849 IA2, William 1816 England3.
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AMY ELISABETH OLESEN ALFORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 17 September 2008
Alford, Amy Elisabeth (Olesen) age 37, died on September 13th, after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Born April 8, 1971 in Elgin, Illinois. Attended Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Formerly employed at Carmichael Lynch, Minneapolis.
Preceded in death by her father, James Olesen.
Survived by loving husband, Jim Alford; and children, Jens, 3 and Rose, 1; mother, Linnea Olesen (Sarona, WI); brother, Dave (Kristen) Olesen and children (NWT, Canada); sister, Nanci Olesen (Steve Epp) and children (Minneapolis, MN); and parents-in-law, Judy and Lee Alford (Bloomington, MN).
The Olesen and Alford families and Amy’s many friends honor Amy as a true inspiration in her everyday love of life.
Funeral service Wednesday, September 17 at 1 p.m, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4100 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis…. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers to American Cancer Society. Gill Brothers Minneapolis 612-861-6088.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Amy Elisabeth Alford (SS# issued in IL), last residence Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.
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ANNIE VIOLET ALFORD WARP
GREAT FALLS TRIBUNE
Great Falls, Cascade Co., MT—Friday, 16 July 1971
Photo from Highland Cemetery, Havre, Hill Co., MT—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Christina Marsh
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie Warp (SS# issued in MT) was born 24 Dec 1905 and died _____ July 1971, last residence Havre, Hill Co., MT.
We included the obituaries of her parents, Albert James Alford and Anna Maud Copeland Alford in Montana Obituaries; and of her sister Lillian Ethel Alford Loser Dubois in California Obituaries.
From Montana, County Marriages (Ancestry): Violet Alford, born Inkster, Grand Forks Co., ND, daughter of James and Maude Alford, married Herbert Warp on 17 March 1926 in Havre, Hill Co., MT.
From MN Deaths: Annie Violet Warp was born 24 Dec 1905, mother’s maiden name Copeland. She died 13 July 1971 in Hennepin Co., MN.
Her lineage: Annie Violet 1905 ND1, Albert James 1878 Canada2; Robert 1829 England3.
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AUDREY LORRAINE HARTKOPF ALFORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 29 August 2004
Alford Audrey L. Alford, age 87, of New Hope [Hennepin Co.].
Preceded in death by husband, Sidney; parents, Baldwin and Obeline Hartkopf of Osseo; brothers, Merlin, Waylon and Baldwin Jr.
Survived by son, Richard (Gretchen) Alford, Ross (Becky) Alford; grandchildren, Scott (Susan) Alford, Elizabeth (James) Alford-Sullivan, Megan Alford; great-grandchildren, Grace and Logan Alford; nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends.
Audrey was a vital and active woman who lived a full life. She loved people, the outdoors, the Twins and animals large and small. She was an independent woman that took pride in her knowledge of local and professional sports teams. She worked at several banks in the Twin Cities until she retired.
Her remains will be buried next to her brother, Merlin in McCalister, Montana, a state she loved. Her wish was not to have a memorial service but memorials may be given to the Animal Humane Society of Golden Valley. Washburn-McReavy Robbinsdale Chapel 763-537-2333
Photo from Meadow Creek Cemetery, Madison Co., MT—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jane Barkell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Audrey L. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 23 March 1917 and died 25 Aug 2004, last residence Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.
See the obituary of her husband, Sidney Marvin Alford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: Audrey Lorraine Hartkopf Alford was born 23 March 1917 in Osseo, Hennepin Co., MN, daughter of Baldwin Hartkopf and Obeline Paul.
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BARBARA MARY ALFORD KUHRKE
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Tuesday, 1 May 2007
Kuhrke, Barbara (Nee Alford)—Age 83 Former 3M Employee. On April 28, 2007.
Preceded in death by husband, George; 1 brother; and 2 sisters.
Survived by son, Mark (Paula); brother, Patrick Alford; and sister, Evelyn Karn.
Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, 10AM at Church of Saint Bernard, 197 W. Geranium, St. Paul.
Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 4-8PM at Bradshaw, 1078 Rice at Magnolia….
Photo from Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights, Dakota Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Dennis Willing
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Barbara Mary Kuhrke (SS# issued in MN) was born 26 Oct 1923, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituary of her sister Ester May Alford Roth in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sister Teresa M. Alford Yarbrough (with genealogical notes) in New Mexico Obituaries; and her brother Patrick Henry Alford in South Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Barbara Mary 1923 MN1, Frederick Christopher 1897 WI2, Charles 1865 WI3, Sanford 1822 NY4, Asahel 1787 MA5, Asahel 1760 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT6, Josiah 1649 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1575 England8.
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CHARLES ERVIN “CHUCK” ALFORD
FREE PRESS
Mankato, Blue Earth Co., MN—Friday, 5 August 2011
Charles E. “Chuck” Alford, age 77 of Mapleton, died Friday, August 05, 2011 at the Mapleton Community Home.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mapleton with Rev. Vicki Hultine officiating. Burial will be in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Monday, August 8, 2011 at Olson-Tichenor Funeral Home and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials are preferred to Mapleton Community Home Auxiliary or donor’s choice.
Charles Ervin was born February 26, 1934 to Edward and Marie (Doerr) Alford in St. Paul, MN. On May 1, 1954, Chuck was united in marriage to Patricia Rick. They were blessed with three children.
Chuck is survived by daughter: Debbie (Brian) Jaeger of Mapleton; son: Kirk (Barb) Alford of Owatonna; grandchildren: Lisa (Brian) Doering of Alden, IA, Tracy (Josh) Werner of Cottage Grove, Cory Alford, Melissa Rosecke, and Jeremy (Melissa) Rosecke of Owatonna; great-grandchildren: Austin Werner, and Alec and Kaden Rosecke; sisters: Shirley Bour and Marlene Warner; brothers-in-law: Bill Rick and Dick (Shirley) Rick; sisters-in-law: Helen Cunningham, Gert Bialucha, and Gen (Ron) Jones; many nieces and nephews; and special friends: Dacy and Sam.
Chuck was preceded in death by his wife; daughter, Diana; parents; and brother, Fred.
Special thank you to the staff at the Mapleton Community Home for their kindness and compassion.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Charles Ervin Alford (SS# issued in MN), last residence Mapleton, Blue Earth Co., MN.
See the obituary of his wife, Patricia Rick Alford, in this compilation.
Records show both Daniel and Edward Alford born 8 June 1895 who lived in MN. Edward may have been born Daniel and changed his name.
On Edward Alford’s 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 47, living in St. Paul, MN. He was born 8 June 1895 in Winona Co., MN. His wife is Marie Alford. He is employed by Hamm Brewing Co.
On Daniel James Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 21, single, employed by Hamms Brewery, living in St. Paul, MN. His birth date is 8 June 1895, born Dodge, WI [but see 1895 MN State Census below].
In 1920, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, Charles and Matilda Alford are living with 5 of their 6 living children. Daniel is missing.
In 1910, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, Charles and Matilda Alford are living with 5 of their 6 living children. Daniel is missing.
In 1900 Daniel is living with his family in Winona Ward 1 (District 195), Winona Co., MN, dwelling #262:
Chas. Alford head 37 b. Dec 1862 WI WI WI m. 6 years
Metilda wife 36 b. Aug 1870 MN Germany NY 3 children, 3 living
Danial son 5 b. Jun 1895 MN WI MN
Fred son 3 b. Mar 1897 WI WI MN
Erwin son 1 b. Apr 1899 MN WI MN
On the 1895 Minnesota State Census, Chas., age 30 born WI, and Matilda Alford, age 35 born MN, are living in Winona, Winona Co., MN, with their only child, Daniel Alford age 3/12/ born MN.
In 1870 Charles is living with his family in New Buffalo, Sauk Co., WI, dwelling #159:
Sandford Alford 48 NY farm laborer
Rosella 43 NY
Frank 13 WI
Abby 9 WI
Charles 5 WI
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His possible lineage: Charles Ervin 1934 MN1, Edward / Daniel James 1895 WI2, Charles 1865 WI3, Sanford 1822 NY4, Asahel 1787 MA5, Asahel 1760 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT6, Josiah 1649 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1575 England8.
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CHARLES HENRY ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Thursday, 19 January 1928
SAUK RAPIDS NEWS
Funeral services for Charles Alvord, son of Mr. and Mrs. Judson Alvord of this city, who died Tuesday night [January 17], after a prolonged illness, at the age of 28 years were held this morning at nine o’clock. Rev. A.J. Kampmann officiating.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
From MN Deaths: Charles Henry Alvord died 17 Jan 1928 in Benton Co., MN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Charles Henry 1899 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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CHESTER ROY ALFORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Sunday, 6 April 1997
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Lleeah
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Chester R. Alford (SS# issued in CA), last residence Waite Park, Stearns Co., MN.
See the obituary of his half-sister Dolores Elmira “Deedee” Alford Burgett in this compilation. We included the obituary of his father, Merritt Chester Levene Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
From:
STAR JOURNAL
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Monday, 29 January 1945
Engagement announcement—first wife:
STAR JOURNAL
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Monday, 5 February 1945
His second wife, from:
MORNING TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Saturday, 3 September 1949
From:
MINNEAPOLIS TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Thursday, 12 August 1965
Divorce:
MINNEAPOLIS TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Thursday, 11 April 1968
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Chester Roy 1924 MN1, Merritt Chester Levene 1902 MN2, Emmett Carl 1880 MN3, Alonzo 1840 NY4, Lewis Austin 1814 VT5, Ashley Owen 1770 VT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1575 England11.
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CONRAD SHERWOOD ALFORD
Senior photo, 1950 Marshall High School yearbook, Magistrate – St. Paul, MN
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—27 May 2004
Alford, Conrad S.—Attn: IBEW Local 110 of Maplewood Age 72, peacefully on May 26, 2004.
Preceded in death by son, Steven; mother, Dorothy Sigety; and brother, Edmond.
Survived by loving wife, Kathie; son, David (Annette); and daughter, Colleen (Bud) Witte.
Service Friday, 11 AM at Bradshaw, 1174 Payne at Rose. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park…. Bradshaw 1174 Payne Avenue 651-776-1551.
Photo from Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Maplewood, Ramsey Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeffrey C
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Conrad S. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 12 Sept 1931, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Tonetta Ann Skiby Alford Berube; his second wife, Kathleen Ann Laschinger Alford; and brother Edmond Lyle Alford in this compilation.
From MN Births: Conrad Sherwood Alford was born 12 Sept 1931 in Ramsey Co., MN. Both his father’s surname and his mother’s maiden name is listed as Alford.
From MN Marriages: Conrad S. Alford, age 51, married Kathleen A. Pientka, age 39, on 11 June 1983 in Ramsey Co.
From Minnesota Divorce Index, 1970–1995 (Ancestry): Conrad S. Alford, age 50, and Tonetta A. Alford, age 49, were divorced 14 June 1982 in Ramsey Co., MN.
From MN Births: Conrad Sherwood Alford and Tonetta Ann Skiby are listed as parents of David Leonard Alford, born 1955, and Colleen Marie Alford, born 1958, both in Ramsey Co.
Conrad Cuthill, age 8, and his brother Edmond Cuthill, age 15, are listed on the 1940 census in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, with Leon S. Cuthill, 36, and his wife Dorothy Cuthill, 31.
It appears that Dorothy was unmarried when she had her sons, who later took her maiden name as their last name.
Dorothy Alford was the daughter of Louis Alford and his second wife, Ida Kruse.
His maternal lineage, from Ancestry family trees: Conrad Sherwood 1931 MN1, Dorothy 1908 WI2, Louis 1864 England3, William 1838 England4, George 1801 England5.
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DAVID HARLAN ALVORD
DULUTH NEWS-TRIBUNE
Duluth, St. Louis Co., MN—Saturday, 12 October 1996
David H. Alvord, 51, Peabody Street, died suddenly Thursday, Oct. 10, 1996, in St. Luke’s Hospital.
He was a lifelong Duluth resident, graduating from Denfeld High School and earning a bachelor of science degree from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. He then went on to serve his internship as a medical technologist at St. Luke’s Hospital, where he met his wife, Priscilla. David and Priscilla worked together in the lab at St. Luke’s Hospital for 28 years, and, on Sept. 14, also celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary. He was a past member and president of the Jaycees.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Eunice Alvord; and two brothers, Gordon Jr. and Steven Alvord.
He is survived by his wife, Priscilla; two daughters, Kimberly and Amy, both of Duluth; and a brother, Robert of Minneapolis.
Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, and continuing from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday, in Jarvi-Dowd Chapel. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Burial will be in Oneota Cemetery.
Photo from Oneota Cemetery, Duluth, St. Louis Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, RM04
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that David H. Alvord (SS# issued in MN) was born 13 Aug 1945, last residence not listed.
The death date on David’s gravestone is incorrect.
MN Deaths lists David Harlan Alvord, died 10 Oct 1996 in St. Louis Co., born 13 Aug 1945, mother’s maiden name Morris.
From MN Births: David Harlan Alvord, born 13 Aug 1945 in St. Louis Co., parents Gordon Alvord and Eunice Morris.
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DOLORES ELMIRA “DEEDEE” ALFORD BURGETT
Photo from Michelle Warneke’s Steingas/Nixon… family tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Monday, 6 February 2017
Burgett, DeeDee—Passed away Saturday, February 4th after a fun-filled day surrounded by family and friends.
Mom was a devoted Navy wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Her passions included her cats, John Wayne, doing crafts and orange pop. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She was full of life and had generous heart to anyone that crossed her path. She was married 53 years to the love of her life, her Bucky. She inspired her children to live their lives for happiness and to follow their dreams. Her sense of humor and zest for life was beloved by all.
She is survived by her sister Winnie. Her children Michael (Yon Hui) Robert (Patricia) Maurine (Alcide). Her grandchildren Matthew (Jessica), Ally, Joshua, Michael, Ashley, Thomas, and Katherine and her great-grandchildren Ava and Ethan. She is also survived by many family and friends.
She would want anyone reading this to simply just love. Celebration of Life Thursday, 11:00 A.M at Bradshaw, 3131 Minnehaha Avenue South. Burial Fort Snelling National Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her mother, Maurine Oleen Mattison Alford Rostberg; and half-brother Chester Roy Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her father, Merritt Chester Levene Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
She was the daughter of Merritt Chester Levene Alford and his second wife, Maurine Oleen Mattison.
From MN Deaths: Dolores Elmira Burgett was born 5 Dec 1929 in Austin, MN, daughter of Merrit Chester Alford and Maurine Oline Alford. She died 4 Feb 2017 in Saint Francis, Anoka Co., MN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Dolores Elmira 1929 MN1, Merritt Chester Levene 1902 MN2, Emmett Carl 1880 MN3, Alonzo 1840 NY4, Lewis Austin 1814 VT5, Ashley Owen 1770 VT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1575 England11.
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DONNA FAY ALFORD BRADY SCHNEIDER
DAILY HERALD
Austin, Mower Co., MN—Saturday, 14 June 2008
Donna F. Schneider, age 62, of Winnebago, Minn. died Thursday, June 12, 2008, at her home from cancer.
Donna was born January 21, 1946, at Austin, Minn., the daughter of Fred E. and Mildred O. (Himle) Alford.
She was a graduate of Austin High School. On Feb. 15, 1969 she married Patrick M. Brady in Austin, Minn. Donna worked as an accountant in banking, including Americana in Medford and MinnStar in Mankato. In 1989 she graduated from Austin Community College. Pat preceded her in death in 1991. On Sept. 24, 2002 she married David D. Schneider in Winnebago.
Donna enjoyed playing pool, camping, pets, butterflies, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband: David Schneider, Winnebago, Minn.; sons: Patrick J. (Heather) Brady, Waseca, Minn., and Michael P. Brady, Northfield, Minn.; eight grandchildren ; sister: Diane Lothson, White Bear Lake, Minn.; brother: David(Kristi) Alford, Austin, Minn.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 16, 2008, at 11 a.m., at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Winnebago, with Rev. Ronald Jobe officiating.
Burial will be in Owatonna Memorial Gardens, Owatonna, Minn. Visitation time will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Spencer-Owen Funeral Home in Winnebago and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.
Photo from Owatonna Memorial Gardens, Owatonna, Steele Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, suecal
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Donna Fay Schneider (SS# issued in MN), last residence Winnebago, Faribault Co., MN.
See the obituaries of her mother, Mildred Ora Himle Alford; and grandparents, Emmett Carl Alford and Elmira J. Louden Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Donna Fay 1946 MN1, Frederick Emmett 1915 MN2, Emmett Carl 1880 MN3, Alonzo 1840 NY4, Lewis Austin 1814 VT5, Ashley Owen 1770 VT6, Benedict 1716 CT7, Benedict 1688 CT8, Jeremiah 1655 CT9, Benedict 1619 England10, Thomas 1575 England11.
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DOROTHY IRENE PAULSON ALLFORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 6 May 2007
Allford, Dorothy I. age 81, of Chaska [Carver Co.], died on April 30, 2007. Preceded in death by husband, Donald; parents, Lewis and Mabel Paulson; brothers, Donald, Marvin, Merlin, Harold, and Roger Paulson. Survived by daughter, Lisa Allford, of Chaska; granddaughter, Meleah Allford, of Chaska; brothers Robert Paulson, of IL, and Lewis Paulson, of OR.
At Dorothy’s request, there will be no memorial service. Bertas Funeral Home (952) 448-2137
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dorothea Irene Allford (SS# issued in MN) was born 9 Feb 1926, last residence Chaska, Carver Co., MN.
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EARL JOSEPH ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—23 August 1923
Earl Alvord, ten year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Judson Alvord, died at his home here last Saturday morning following a week’s illness with diphtheria. Another brother, Fabian, had just recovered from an attack of the disease.
Besides his parents he leaves to mourn his loss, six sisters and five brothers. They are, Mrs. Arthur Riley, Austin, Minn., Mrs. Henry Bruener, this city, Mrs. Bert Fortschet, St. Paul, Miss Harriet Alvord, Austin, and the Misses Celinda and Josephine at home, Charles Alvord of California, Cerenus of St. Paul and Fabian, Raymond and Frank at home.
The funeral was private and was held from the home Saturday afternoon at two o’clock…. Interment was made in the local Catholic cemetery.
Photo from Sacred Heart Cemetery, Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LAE
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
From MN Deaths: Earl Joseph Alvord died 18 Aug 1923 in Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN. He was age 10, son of Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Fideldy.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Earl Joseph 1913 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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EDMOND LYLE ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Tuesday, 30 December 2003
Alford, Edmond L.
Husband, Dad & Grandfather
Born June 10, 1924
Preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Sigety & son Richard.
Survived by his much loved wife Edna; daughter Roxie; son-in-law Patrick; granddaughters Kati & Kerstin; spectacular cousins & friends Michele & Cathy; and brother Conrad.
Friends are invited to attend Memorial Services 2PM Saturday Jan. 3rd at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 436 No. Roy St. on the Midway, with reception following. Memorials preferred to the Church, Union Gospel Mission, or donor’s choice. Arr. The Roseville Memorial Chapel, 651-631-2727.
Photo from Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville, Ramsey Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, geogoon
Photo posted in 2016
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Edmond L. Alford (SS# issued in MN) and list his death date as 27 Dec 2003, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Edna Margaret Moser Alford; son Richard David Alford; and brother Conrad Sherwood Alford in this compilation.
From MN Births: Edmond Lyle Alford and Edna Margaret Moser are listed as parents of Richard David Alford, born 1946, and Roxanna Alford, born 1948, both in Ramsey Co.
From Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (Ancestry): Edmond L. Alford was born 10 June 1924 in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. His parents are listed as Leon Cuthill and Dorothy Alford.
Edmond Cuthill, age 15, and his brother Conrad Cuthill, age 8, are listed on the 1940 census in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, with Leon S. Cuthill, 36, and his wife Dorothy Cuthill, 31.
In 1930 St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, Dorothy Alford, age 21, is a single lodger with no children living with her, working as a cafeteria checker. Edmond has not been located on the 1930 census.
It appears that Dorothy was unmarried when she had her sons, who later took her maiden name as their last name.
Dorothy Alford was the daughter of Louis Alford and his second wife, Ida Kruse.
His maternal lineage, from Ancestry family trees: Edmond Lyle 1924 MN1, Dorothy 1908 WI2, Louis 1864 England3, William 1838 England4, George 1801 England5.
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EDNA MARGARET MOSER ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Thursday, 5 February 2004
Alford, Edna Margaret
Wife, Mom, Grandma
Born 10/1/1925 - Died 2/2/2004
Preceded in death by: her parents, Henry & Anna Moser; sister, Anna Wilbur; recently (12/27/03); by her much loved husband, Edmond; and son, Richard.
Survived by her daughter, Roxie, son-in-law, Patrick and their daughter, Kati; Rick’s daughter, Kerstin; and treasured cousins and friends, Michele & Cathy.
Edna and Eddie had a love for each other that comes around once every couple of millennia. When Eddie died, Edna died too. It just took a few weeks for her soul to catch up to her heart. Edna spent her life being an inquisitor and an encourager and the one who who painted silver linings in grey clouds. Right now she is probably greeting old friends and new, and most likely trying to feed people. Now it’s time for us to paint those grey clouds for ourselves and others.
Profound thanks to Pastor Joy Johnson & Intern Steve Floftad for their many spiritual blessings. There are no words to adequately express gratitude to the staff & volunteers at the Pillars Hospice. Their gentle and thoughtful care will always be remembered. Dear Family & Friend, so many of you gave generous memorials in Eddie’s name and sent cards and flowers, don’t think it necessary to repeat this for Edna.
Please join Edna’s family in a celebration of a life well lived at 1PM Saturday February 7th at Bethlehem Lutheran Church 436 No. Roy Street in the St. Paul Midway. Arr. The Roseville Memorial Chapel 651/631-2727
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Edna M. Alford (SS# issued in CA), last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Edmond Lyle Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Richard David Alford in this compilation.
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ELMIRA J. LOUDEN ALFORD
Source unknown
_____, MN—_____ March 1942
Mrs. Elmira Alford
Elmira Louden, daughter of Gardner and Pauline Louden, was born at Glenville [Freeborn Co.]. Minn., Dec. 31, 1885, and died at her home in Faribault [Rice Co.] on March 17, 1942 at the age of 56 years, two months, 18 days.
She lived in Glenville until her marriage to Emmett Alford on April 30, 1900 [Emmet’s obituary says April 29, 1901], in Albert Lea. They came to Austin and made their home here for 22 years, moving to Faribault in 1922, where they since resided. To them eight children were born: Chester, Myrtle, Mildred, Stanley, Virginia, Merlyn, Fred and Beverley. Mr. Alford died on June 1, 1936 [sic: June 11, 1935]; Myrtle on June 22, 1935; Merlyn in 1926; and Beverley, in infancy.
Mrs. Alford is survived by five children: Chester Alford of Minneapolis, Mrs. Mildred Scott of Chicago, Ill., Stanley Alford of Minneapolis, Mrs. Virginia Horn of Binghamton, New York, and Fred Alford of Austin. She also leaves five sisters, Mrs. Helen Biephley of Albert Lea, Mrs. Della Wendt and Mrs. Addie Torgerson of Glenville, Mrs. Aldia Greenland of Gilmore City, Iowa, and Mrs. Irene Muggeley of Minneapolis; four brothers, Jay and John Loudon of Austin, Henry Louden of Medford, and Tom Louden of Kansas City, Kans; 11 grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
Mrs. Alford was a member of the Church of Christ in Austin. She was also a member of the Degree of Honor Lodge in Austin.
Mrs. Alford was not ill very long, but was stricken with heart trouble on her way home at noon Tuesday, March 17, and lived but an hour. She was loved and respected by all who knew her and her sudden death brings sorrow to her family circle and friends.
Funeral services were conducted both in Farifault and in Austin on Sunday, March 22. Interment was in Oakwood cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Emmett Carl Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and her daughter-in-law Mildred Ora Himle Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her grandson Jay Raymond “Jasper” Alford in Missouri Obituaries.
MN Deaths lists Elmira J. Alford, died 18 March 1942 in Rice Co., which differs from the obituary.
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ELVINA ELIZABETH THIELMAN ALVORD
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
Source unknown—posted to her Find A Grave memorial
MN—______ September 2007
Elvina E. Alvord, age 93, of Foley, died Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at the Foley Nursing Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 am Saturday at St. John’s Catholic Church in Foley, with Rev. Greg Paffel officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Sauk Rapids.
Friends may call from 4 to 9 pm Friday at the Foley Funeral Home in Foley and from 8:30 to 9:30 am Saturday at the funeral home.
Elvina was born February 15, 1914 in Avon, Minnesota to A. Edward and Charlotte (Lovelace) Thielman. Elvina’s father passed away when she was 8 years old. Two years later, Elvina, her mother and brother, Walter moved to St. Paul, Kansas. She received her education from the Catholic schools there. When she was seventeen the family moved back to St. Cloud. She had worked for Dr. Jones in St. Cloud.
On February 12, 1934, she married Fabian Alvord at Holy Angels Catholic Church in St. Cloud. To this union 15 children were born, Margie, Mary, Gerri, Richard, Rosie, Judy, Ruth, Tom, Jenny, Bonnie, Ted, Judd, Betsie, Laurie and Joe. She enjoyed playing games with her children and grandchildren, especially scrabble. She was loved by all who knew her.
She is survived by her 14 sons and daughters, Marjorie Fischer Sartell, MN; Mary Kiplinger, Sacramento, CA; Geraldine Stang, Sartell; Rosella (Dan) Garcia, W. St. Paul; Judy (Charles) Holmgren, Upsala; Ruth (Ken) Zulkosky, Aitkin; Tom, Chester, CT; Jennifer (John) Maertens, Henning; Bonnie Jackels, Batavia, IL; Theodore (Shelly), Jefferson, MD; Judson, Foley; Betsie Kardell, Little Falls; Laurel Hage, Miami, FL; and Joseph (Karen), Richmond; 74 grandchildren and many great and great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Fabian, December 14, 1997, son Richard, 12 brothers and sisters, and a granddaughter, Rebecca Alvord.
The family wishes to thank grandchildren, Barb Dziuk and Carol Duckett for all their goodwill to Elvina.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elvina Elizabeth Alvord (SS# issued in MN), last residence Foley, Benton Co., MN.
See the obituary of her husband, Fabian August Alvord, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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EMMA SOPHIA HUMMEL ALFORD HARRIS
Great-Grandmother of Nell Jeanette Alford Lee, AAFA #0650
Grandmother of Andrew Franklin Alford, AAFA #0668
Source unknown, but probably:
NORTHFIELD NEWS
Northfield, Rice Co., MN—Friday, 1 January 1932
Mrs. L.C. Harris passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 27, at 1:00 at the age of fifty-five years and three months. She had been ill about seven months from heart disease and was confined to her bed for the past nine weeks. Her death came only after a great deal of suffering.
Emma Sophia Hummel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Hummel was born at Dundas, Sept. 21, 1876. She attended the village school here. On June 11, 1896, she was united in marriage to Lewis Alford. To this union four children were born. The young couple first lived on a farm near Dundas for a number of years, then took a homestead near Minot, N.D. Conditions were not good and they underwent the hardships of pioneering. Mr. Alford’s health gradually failed and they were forced to move to Austin, where he died in 1906. In 1907 the mother brought her four youngsters back to Dundas, where she has since resided.
On Dec. 4, 1912, she was married to Louis C. Harris. To them one child was born, Robert, who passed away in the summer of 1924.
Those left to mourn her loss are: Her husband; two sons, Archer E. Alford of Los Angeles and Jessie E. Alford of San Bernardino, Calif., and two daughters, Mrs. J.N. Hill (Ester) of this community, and Mrs. Henry Deam (Lois) of Chicago; her mother, Mrs. J.P. Hummel; also three sisters, Matilda and Mollie Hummel of Dundas and Eunice Hummel of Chisom; and five brothers, Rufus of Plainfield, N.J.; Phillip J. and Fred W. of St. Paul, Alvan of New Hampton, Iowa and C.E. Hummel of Chicago.
The funeral services were held Tues. afternoon at the home, the Rev. A.S. Earl officiating. Mrs. Earl and members of her Sunday School class sang. The pallbearers were four brothers and two brothers-in-law of the deceased; Philip, Fred, Alvin and C. E. Hummel, George and Ben Harris.
Interment was made in the Groveland cemetery.
Mrs. Harris was a member of the Plymouth Brethren.
Always cheerful and buoyant in disposition, her generous and helpful spirit will be greatly missed, not only by the members of her family, but by the large number of friends she leaves behind.
Photo from Groveland Cemetery, Dundas, Rice Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, BJ
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Lewis Austin Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons Archer Edward Alford and Jessie Ellis Alford in California Obituaries.
From MN Deaths: Emma Sophia Harris died 26 Dec 1931 [different than obituary] in Rice Co.
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EMMETT CARL ALFORD
Source unknown
_____, MN—_____ June 1935
EMMET ALFORD, 54, WAS BURIED AT AUSTIN ON FRIDAY
Emmet Alford, the past nine years, shoe repair man at the Busy Bee here, died on Tuesday, June 11 at 12:45 p.m. at St. Lucas hospital, following an illness lasting since February 3rd.
Mr. Alford was stricken with pneumonia in February and five weeks ago suffered a relapse and was taken to the hospital where death came.
Mr. Alford was born August 13, 1880 in Glenville [Freeborn Co.], Minnesota where he lived during his infancy. When he was nine years old he with his family moved to Austin [Mower Co.], Minnesota where he lived for the next twenty-five years.
While in Austin Mr. Alford operated a shoe repair shop. He was married to Miss Elmira Louden of Glenville, at Albert Lea, on April 29, 1901 [Elmira’s obituary says April 30, 1900]. To the Alford’s eight children were born, six of whom survive. One child died in infancy and one son Murlin was killed in an accident eleven years ago.
While in Austin he was a member of the Home Guards. Mr. Alford was a quiet person, was a faithful worker and will be sadly missed by his family and co-workers.
Funeral services were held at 1 o’clock on Friday from the Alford home at 16 14th Street [Faribault] and at 3:00 o’clock at the Christian Church at Austin with Rev. Poll officiating. Burial was made in Oakwod cemetery at Austin.
Left to mourn his departure is his wife, of Faribault; three sons, Chester of Austin, Stanley of Chicago and Fred of Faribault; three daughters, Mrs. Will Lee of Faribault, Mrs. Martin Buddish of Chicago and Mrs. Kenneth Hor of Minneapolis. He also leaves twelve grandchildren and a half brother, Harry Kaiser at Austin.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Mower Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Pike
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Elmira Louden Alford; his daughter-in-law Mildred Ora Himle Alford; and half-brother Lewis Austin Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his father, Alonzo Alford, in Washington Obituaries; of his half-sister Ora Belle Alford Gerard Dearborn in Wisconsin Obituaries; and of his grandson Jay Raymond “Jasper” Alford in Missouri Obituaries.
From MN Deaths: Emmett Carl Alford died 11 June 1935 in Rice Co.
Emmett was the son of Alonzo Alford and his second wife, Sophronia _____.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Emmett Carl 1880 MN1, Alonzo 1840 NY2, Lewis Austin 1814 VT3, Ashley Owen 1770 VT4, Benedict 1716 CT5, Benedict 1688 CT6, Jeremiah 1655 CT7, Benedict 1619 England8, Thomas 1575 England9.
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ER FRANKLIN ALFORD
From Minneapolis Journal, 5 January 1901: The Sixth District Delegation in the Minnesota House”
MORNING TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Tuesday, 7 December 1943
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of his brother Corwin A. Alford in Texas Obituaries.
On his Sons of the American Revolution Membership Application (Ancestry), Er F. Alford, age 64, son of William Cook Alford and Rosetta Palmer, says he was born 13 March 1863 in Big Lick Township, Hancock Co., OH.
From Ohio, County Marriage Records (Ancestry): Er F. Alford married Nessie E. Kneule on 27 May 1891 in Medina Co., OH.
From MN Deaths: Er Franklin Alford died 6 Dec 1943 in St. Louis Co., MN.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of William Alford b. before 1755 in CT.
His lineage: Er Franklin 1863 OH1, William Cook 1815 NY2, Zina 1789 NY3, William bef 1755 CT4.
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ERIC J. HRUZA ALFORD
TIMES AND DEMOCRAT
Orangeburg, SC—Tuesday, 9 July 2004
Eric J. Hruza Alford, 21, of St. Paul, Minn., died while serving on active duty, on July 5, 2004.
Procession from the mortuary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, with a graveside service at 10 a.m. at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was preceded in death by his father, David, and uncle, Gary Hruza.
Survivors include his mother, Beverly Hruza Hayne; a brother, Norman Newland; a sister, Melissa Hruza; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George (Marlene) Hruza, and Patrick Alford and Lois Shepherd; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many friends….
Mueller Mortuary in Minnesota is in charge of arrangements.
In another article:
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 7 July 2004
Alford, Eric J. (Hruza)—Beloved Son, Brother, Grandson Uncle & Nephew Age 21 of St. Paul, while serving on active duty, on July 5, 2004.
Preceded in death by father David; and uncle Gary Hruza.
Survived by mother Beverly (Hruza) Hayne; brother Norman Newland; sister Melissa Hruza; grandparents George & Marlene Hruza, Patrick Alford & Lois Shepherd; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews; & many friends.
Eric found his life in the US Navy serving onboard USS Abraham Lincoln. Visitation 4-8PM Thursday (today) at Mueller Mortuary Parkway Chapel, 835 Johnson Pkwy.... Graveside 10AM Friday at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred.
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Steve Edquist
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eric J. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 27 Dec 1982, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
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ESTHER MAY ALFORD ROTH
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Saturday, 19 February 2000
Roth, Ester M. (Alford) born 8/8/20 [different than gravestone and SSDI], died on Feb 17 after a long fight with illness.
Preceded in death by husband, Carl; son, Fredrick; parents, brother, 2 grandsons & a great-granddaughter.
Survived by 2 daughters, Claudia Miller, Lucretia (Don) Neumann; 2 sons, Darrel (Sylvia) & Gregory; sisters, Barb Kuhrke, Evelyn Karn, Theresa Yarbough; brother, Patrick; 31 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren & 6 great great-grandchildren.
.... Funeral Service 10:30 AM at Mueller’s [Mortuary]. Interment at Ft Snelling Nat’l Cemetery 12 PM on Tues (2/22)....
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, GenealogyJenny
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Esther M. Roth (SS# issued in MN) was born 9 Aug 1920, last residence
See the obituary of her sister Barbara Mary Alford Kuhrke in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Teresa M. Alford Yarbrough (with genealogical notes) in New Mexico Obituaries; and brother Patrick Henry Alford in South Carolina Obituaries.
MN Deaths lists Ester May Roth, died 17 Feb 2000 in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., born 9 Aug 1920 in St. Paul, mother’s maiden name Kuffel.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Ester May 1920 MN1, Frederick Christopher 1897 WI2, Charles 1865 WI3, Sanford 1822 NY4, Asahel 1787 MA5, Asahel 1760 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT6, Josiah 1649 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1575 England8.
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FABIAN AUGUST ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Thursday, 18 December 1997
FEB. 2, 1915–DEC. 14, 1997
Services will be noon Saturday at St John’s Catholic Church in Foley for Fabian Alvord, 82, who died Sunday at his home. Burial will be in St. Benedict’s Catholic Cemetery, Avon…. Arrangements were made by Foley Funeral Home.
Fabian Alvord was born in Hector [Renville Co.] to Judson and Johanna (Fideldy) Alvord. He married Elvina Thielman on Feb. 12, 1934, in St. Cloud. He was self-employed as a watchmaker for more than 30 years, retiring in 1977. He was a volunteer fireman for more than 20 years.
Survivors include his wife; sons and daughters, Richard and Joseph of Richmond, Thomas of Chester, Conn., Theodore of Germantown, Md., Judson of Rice, Marjorie Fischer and Geraldine Stang of St. Cloud, Mary Kiplinger of Fremont, Calif., Rosella Garcia of St Paul, Judy Halmgren of Upsala, Ruth Zulkosky of Wayzata, Jennifer Maertens of Rogers, Bonita Jackels of Wheaton, Ill., Elizabeth Kardell of Cushing, and Laurel Hage of Minneapolis; 63 grandchildren; 83 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by five brothers, six sisters, and two great-grandchildren.
Photo from Sacred Heart Cemetery, Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LAE
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Fabian A. Alvord (SS# issued in MN), last residence Foley, Benton Co., MN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Elvina Elizabeth Thielman Alvord; parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
From MN Deaths: Fabian August Alvord was born 2 Feb 1915 in Hector, MN, mother’s maiden name Fideldy. He died 14 Dec 1997 in Foley, Benton Co., MN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Fabian August 1915 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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FRANCIS H. “FRANK” ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Saturday, 25 October 1975
Frank H. (Francis) Alvord, 74, of 208-6th Ave. N, died Friday [October 24] at the St. Cloud Hospital. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday in Holy Angels Church with the Rev. Alfred Stangl officiating. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday at Daniel Funeral Home. Holy Angels parish will say prayers at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Mr. Alvord was born Aug. 18, 1901, in Hector [Renville Co.] to the late Judson and Johanna Alvord and married Lucille [sic: Lillian] Gilles Nov. 4, 1930, in Holy Angels Church. He was a longtime resident of the area and was employed by St. Regis Paper Co. more than 45 years, retiring in 63.
Surviving are his widow; sons and daughter, Mrs. James (Elaine) Ligeros, Robert, John and Brian, St. Cloud; brother and sister, Fabian, Foley; Mrs. Edgar (Sylinda) Berg, Northfield; and Mrs. Raymond (Josephine) Gravlin, Faribault; and nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by an infant daughter and eight brothers and sisters.
Pallbearers will be Donald, Thomas and James Schepers, Anthony Ligeros, and Richard and Joseph Alvord.
Photo from Assumption Cemetery, Saint Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Diane
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Oct 1975) dates of Francis Alvord (SS# issued in MN), last residence St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lillian A. Gilles Alvord; son John Francis; parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Francis H. 1901 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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GARY A. ALFRED
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—2 March 2012
Gary A. Alfred—Greeted life and everyone else with high fives along the way. At age 65, passed away after a spirited battle with cancer surrounded by loving family in the comfort of his own home.
Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, 34-year employee of Burlington Northern Railroad, avid golfer, passionate Minnesota sports fan and the life of the party.
Survived by dedicated wife, Connie “Boots;” son, Ryan; daughter, Amanda (Ryan); brothers, Don and Gary “Cy;” mother-in-law, Dolores McNulty; brothers-in-law, Mark and Greg (Karen) McNulty; cousins; awesome nieces and nephews; co-workers and friends.
Preceded in death by parents, Dudley and Verna; brother, Tom; father-in-law, Robert “Bob” McNulty.
Visitation at Roseville Memorial Chapel, 2245 North Hamline Avenue, Roseville MN on Saturday, March 3rd from 2PM- 6PM with memorial service at 5PM.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gary A. Alfred (SS# issued in MN) was born 5 Apr 1946 and died 1 March 2012, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his mother, Verna Eunice Swanson Alfred; and brother Thomas Dudley Alfred in this compilation.
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GERTRUDE ALVORD BRUNNER
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Wednesday, 11 August 1971
MRS. HENRY BRUNNER
Mrs. Henry (Gertrude) Brunner, 73, 338 20th Ave. N., died Tuesday at the St. Cloud Hospital.
She was born Nov. 5, 1897, in Hector [Renville Co.], Minn., and married Henry Brunner Nov. 28, 1922, in St. Sacred Heart Church, Sauk Rapids.
Mrs. Brunner is survived by children: Kenneth and Ronald, St. Cloud; Louis, Hutchinson, Minn.; Mrs. James (Joyce) Brannan, Waite Park; and Mrs. Alfred (Catherine) Kantor, Foley, Minn.; 24 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brothers and sisters, Frank Alvord, St. Cloud; Fabian Alvord, Foley; Mrs. Edgar Berg and Mrs. Raymond Gravilan, Faribault, Minn.; and Mrs. Edward Walsh, Sauk Rapids.
She was a member of St. Anthony’s parish, Christian Mothers of St. Anthony’s and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary to Post 428.
Friends may call at the Daniel Funeral Home after 2 p.m Thursday.
Funeral services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony’s Church with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Sauk Rapids….
Photo from Sacred Heart Cemetery, Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LAE
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her ALVORD lineage: Gertrude 1897 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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GREGORY CURTIS ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Wednesday, 3 October 2007
Alford, Gregory C. Loving Husband, Dad, Grandpa … Age 58, of St. Paul, passed away October 1, 2007.
Survived by loving wife, Kathleen (nee Lynam); children, Elizabeth (Antoine) Khoueir, James (Naomi), Thomas, & Stephen; granddaughter, Anne Marie Khoueir; mother, Kay (Winfred) Johnson; father-in-law Leo Einfeldt; sister, Kathy (Gus) Nieboer; brothers, James (Barb), Tom, & Tim (Debbie); many nieces & nephews.
Preceded in death by father, Charles.
Greg was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the United States Marine Corps.
He had fond memories of playing on the 1976 All American Bar Fast-Pitch Softball World Series Championship team. He was an avid reader & golfer (4 holes in one), and longtime member at Dellwood Hills Country Club. Employee of Davis & Associates in Eden Prairie. Lastly, he was the proudest grandpa of his precious “Lodie” (Annie), and invented the game “toe-toe” for her. He was exceptional at everything he did, a hero to many, and will be sorely missed.
Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Thursday, October 4 at The Church of st. Agnes, 548 Lafond Ave., St. Paul. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home–Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd B from 4–8PM Wednesday (today). In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society or the Disabled American Veterans. Mueller-Bies 651-487-2550.
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Steve Edquist
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gregory C. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 4 March 1949, last residence not listed.
From MN Births: Gregory Curtis Alford, born 4 March 1949 in Ramsey Co., parents Charles Aaron Alford and Kathryn Dorothy Jonas.
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HAROLD EVANS “BUD” ALLFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Friday, 13 August 1993
Allford, “Bud” Harold E., age 80, Arden Hills. Vice President Northwestern College. Funeral services Saturday, 1:00pm, Roseville Covenant Church. Visitation Friday 5-7pm at the church and 1 hour prior to service on Sat. Sunset Funeral Chapel 789-3596.
Photo from Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Harold E. Allford (SS# issued in MN) was born 15 Feb 1913 and died 11 Aug 1993, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
MN Deaths lists Harold Evans Allford, died 11 Aug 1993 in Hennepin Co., born 15 Feb 1913, mother’s maiden name Evans.
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HARRIET L. ALFORD EVANS
[She died in MN, but we are also including her in Texas Obituaries because that was her residence.]
MORNING NEWS
Dallas, Dallas Co., TX—Thursday, 27 April 1950
MRS. EVANS’ RITES SET IN MINNEAPOLIS
Funeral services for Mrs. William Leroy Evans, 90, an early Dallas clubwoman and resident here seventy years, will be held Thursday in Minneapolis, Minn. Burial also will be there.
Mrs. Evans died there Tuesday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edgar G. Hanschke. Her Dallas residence was at 3619 Rawlins. She visited her daughter every year in Minneapolis and became ill on her last trip there several months ago.
Mrs. Evans was born at Alford’s Bluff on the Trinity River in Trinity County. As a child she lived in Galveston where her father, George F. Alford, was in the cotton business.
When she finished school in Staunton, Va., her family moved to Dallas. In 1881, she married William Leroy Evans of Alabama.
Mrs. Evans was a charter member of the Dallas Woman’s Club and among the first elected members of the Dallas Shakespeare Club.
She also held memberships in the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.
She is survived by one son, John F. Evans of Little Rock, Ark., and two daughters, Mrs. Hanschke and Mrs. George T. Atkins of St. Louis, Mo.; five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
Photo from Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of her mother, Annie Marie Maulsby Alford; and brothers Albert Hulbert Alford and Eugene Lemuel Alford in Idaho Obituaries; her father, George Frederick Alford, in Texas Obituaries; and her sister Linda D. Alford Edmonson in Missouri Obituaries.
Her husband, William Leroy Evans (1853–1925), is buried in Grove Hill Memorial Park in Dallas, TX [Find A Grave].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Harriet L. 1859 TX1, George Frederick 1836 MO2, George G. 1793 NY3, George 1764 CT4, Benedict 1716 CT5, Benedict 1688 CT6, Jeremiah 1655 CT7, Benedict 1619 England8, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England9.
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HARRIET MARGARET ALVORD OPHEIM WALSH
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Wednesday, 11 July 1973
SAUK RAPIDS—Mrs. Edward (Harriet) Walsh, 65, Rt. 2, died July 10 at the St. Cloud Hospital.
She was born Sept. 12, 1907, to Judson and Anna Alvord in Hector.
Mrs. Walsh is survived by her husband; sons and daughters, Mrs. Lyle (Donna) Gil- stead, Remer; Mrs. Leslie (Patricia) Ries, Minneapolis; James, St. Paul; Mrs. Allen (Ardell) Skur, White Bear Lake and Mrs. Arthur (Lorraine) Stokes, Grand Rapids; 19 grandchildren; and brothers and sisters, Frank Alvord, St. Cloud; Fabian Alvord, Foley; Mrs. Raymond (Josephine) Gravlin, Northfield and Mrs. Edgar (Cilina) Berg, Faribault.
She was preceded in death by an infant son and a son, Lloyd Opheim in July 1972.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Sacred Heart Church with burial in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis.
Pallbearers will be Rodney Opheim, Delane Michelson, Dennis Steininger, Jack Hennessy, Paul Bluth and Mark Hood.
Friends may call at the Ross-Veeser Funeral Home after 4 p.m. today.
Sacred Heart parish will say the parish prayers at the funeral home at 8 p.m. tonight.
Photos from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Grouse32
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ July 1973) dates of Harriet Walsh (SS# issued in MN), last residence Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN.
See the obituaries of her parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
Her first husband was Elmer Opheim.
From MN Deaths: Harriet Margaret Walsh was born 12 Sept 1907 and died 10 July 1973 in Stearns Co., mother’s maiden name Fideldy.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her ALVORD lineage: Harriet Margaret 1907 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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HARRY SIDNEY ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Saturday, 7 February 1981
Alford Harry S., age 87, formerly of 5334 Camden Ave. N, Brooklyn Center.
Retired commercial agent for Illinois Central RR.
Survived by 2 daughters, Lillian Nordstrom, St. Louis Park, Joyce Miller, Golden Valley; son, Roger, Brooklyn Center; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services Monday 1:30 pm Harron Methodist Church, 55th & Dupont Aves. N. Interment Crystal Lake Cemetery. Review at Sunday 5-9 pm Sundseth-Anderson Funeral Home….
Photo from Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Hilda M. Johnson Alford; and sons Raymond Harry Alford and Sidney Marvin Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his mother, Mary Jane Pearce Alford; and siblings Amos Alford Jr. and Irma Emily Alford in Wisconsin Obituaries.
From his 1942 WWII Draft Registration (Ancestry): Harry Sidney Alford, age 49 residing in Brooklyn Center, MN, was born 26 Sept 1893 in Milford, MA.
In 1900, Texas, Marathon Co., WI:
Amos Alford head 35 b. Feb 1865 England stonecutter
Married 10 years, immigrated 1882
Mary J. wife 35 b. Jan 1865 England
5 children, 5 living, immigrated 1890
Amos son 8 b. Aug 1891 WI
Harry S. son 7 b. Sept 1892 MA
Fredrick G. son 5 b. Sept 1894 IL
Edith M. dau 2 b. Aug 1897 IL
Ethal A. dau 2/12 b. Apr 1900 WI
From SSACI: Amos Alford was born 1 Feb 1865 in Ivy Bridge, Devon Co., England, son of Peter Alford and Ann Bickel.
In 1871, Ivy Bridge, Devon Co., England, Amos Alford, age 7, is listed with his parents, Peter and Ann Alford, and siblings Emily Alice Alford and Alfred Alford.
His lineage: Harry Sidney 1893 MA1, Amos 1865 England2, Peter 1827 England3.
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HILDA M. JOHNSON ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Friday, 1 June 1973
Alford Hilda N., age 76 of 5334 Camden Av. N., Brooklyn Center.
Survived by husband, Harry S.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Lillian) Nordstrom. Mrs. Charles (Joyce) Miller; 2 sons, Roger & Ravmond;10 grandchildren, 9 great-grand-children all of Mpls.
Funeral services Fri. 1:30 p.m. Sundseth Anderson Funeral Home. Interment Crystal Lake Cemetery….
Photo from Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Harry Sidney Alford; and sons Raymond Harry Alford and Sidney Marvin Alford in this compilation.
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IRMA MABEL LINSCOTT ALVORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 10 July 2005
Irma M. Alvord, age 90, of Becker, formerly of Orono passed away on July 7, 2005 at Sunrise Cottages in Buffalo where she was thoughtfully and gently cared for during her last few weeks.
Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Maxwell E. and son, Maxwell T.
She is loved and will be deeply missed by son Peter (Sharon), many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and beloved dog, Riley.
Services will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery on Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 10:30 a.m., where she will be buried beside her late husband. Dingmann Family F.H. (763) 262-1454.
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Steve Edquist
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Irma M. Alvord (SS# issued in MN) was born 12 Dec 1914, last residence Long Lake, Hennepin Co., MN.
Her middle and maiden names are from family trees at Ancestry, which list her parents as Frank David Linscott and Mable Nettie Whitcomb.
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JANET F. MICKO ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Wednesday, 21 January 2004
Alford, Janet (Micko)—Age 91, Of St. Paul Beloved Mother & Grandmother Died Jan. 16, 2004.
Graduated from the College of St. Catherine in 1936. She had a long career as a RN at Ancker and St. Paul Ramsey Hospitals.
Preceded in death by husband, Arthur; and son, Michael.
Survived by son, John and wife, Mary; daughter, Jan Bressoud and husband, David; daughter-in-law, Cynthia; grandchildren, Kari, Maren, and Aaron.
Memorial service Sat., Jan, 24, 2004, 1PM at St. Paul’s on the Hill Episcopal Church, 1524 Summit Ave, St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Friends of the St. Paul Public Library or The Episcopal Church Home.
Private interment Alma, WI. Twin Cities Cremation 651-645-1233
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Janet M. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 10 Nov 1912, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituary of her son Michael Joseph Alford in this compilation.
From FindAGrave.com: Janet shares a gravestone with her husband, Arthur A. Alford (1910–1978) in Alma Cemetery, Alma, Buffalo Co., WI, inscription “Married Feb. 18, 1937.”
Arthur Allen Alford was the son of Louis Alford and his second wife, Ida Kruse.
Her husband’s lineage, from Ancestry family trees: Arthur Allen 1910 WI1, Louis 1864 England2, William 1838 England3, George 1801 England4.
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JEANNE MARIE KEPHART ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Saturday, 27 November 1971
Photo from Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jeanne Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 9 March 1939 and died _____ Nov 1971, last residence not listed.
From MN Births: Jeanne Marie Kephart was born 9 March 1939 in Hennepin Co., MN, daughter of Eugene Kephart and Bernice Helen Kephart.
From MN Marriages: Jeanne M. Kephart married Richard S. Alford on 4 March 1961 in Hennepin Co., MN.
From MN Deaths: Jeanne Marie Alford, born 9 March 1939, died 25 Nov 1971 in Hennepin Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Gaulke.
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JERAMY LYNN ALFORD, JR.
Photo from Washburn-McReavy
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—17 September 2003
Jeramy Lynn Alford, Jr., 20 months old, passed away on September 15, 2003. Funeral services were held on Friday at the Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel. Interment was in Hillside Cemetery.
Surviving are his mother, Dana Christensen; father, Jeramy, Sr.; sister, Jasmine Alford; grandparents, Cliff and Ronnie Christensen and Lillie Alford; and foster parents, Cindy and Doug Gregoire.
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JOHANNA SIBILLA FIDELDY ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Saturday, 18 April 1936
The death of Mrs. Johanna Alvord, 63, occurred at her home in Sauk Rapids [Benton Co.] Friday evening. She had been ill for a number of years.
Mrs. Alvord was a resident of Sauk Rapids for 20 years, her husband having died two years ago.
There are seven children surviving. They are: Mrs. Raymond Grablin, Faribault; Mrs. Henry Brunner, St. Cloud; Frank Alvord, Sauk Rapids; Mrs. Edward Walsh, St. Cloud; Mrs. Bert Rechette, St. Paul; Mrs. Edgar Berg, Faribault; Fabian Alvord, Sauk Rapids.
Funeral services will be held at ten oclock, Monday morning at the Sacred Heart church in Sauk Rapids, and burial will be made in the Sauk Rapids cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Judson Alvord, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
From MN Births: Johanna Sibilla Fideldy was born 26 Oct 1873 in New Market, Scott Co., MN, daughter of Henry and Mary.
From MN Deaths: Johanna Alvard died 17 Apr 1936 in Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN. She was age 63, daughter of Henry Fideldy and Helen Renebarg.
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JOHN FRANCIS ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—9 December 2015
John F. Alvord, 72
Duluth, MN, formerly of St. Cloud, MN
Aug. 21, 1943–Dec. 5, 2015
A graveside service will take place at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN for John F. Alvord who died Saturday, December 5, 2015 in Duluth, MN, the time to be determined at a later date.
John was born on August 21, 1943, in St. Cloud, MN to Frank and Lillian (Gilles) Alvord. He graduated from Cathedral High School in St. Cloud. John served in the Army from 1964–1967 and he also served in the Navy from 1975–1977. John and Margaret (Karls) were married in 1968.
John enjoyed playing his guitar and doing crossword puzzles.
John is survived by his children, Matthew (Maura) of Minnetonka, Mark (Jen) of Richmond and Andrew (Patricia) of Sauk Rapids; their mother, Margaret; grandchildren, Reilly Alvord and Kameron Alvord; brothers, Robert (Betty) Alvord and Brian (Lori) Alvord of St. Cloud.
John was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Elaine Ligeros.
The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Diana, Kira, Brittany, Cindy and all the staff from San Marco Apartments in Duluth, MN. Also the hospice nurses from St. Lukes for all their compassion and kindness in caring for John. They are remarkable caregivers.
Photo from Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls, Morrison Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Keith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord and Lillian A. Gilles Alvord; and daughter-in-law Maura Reilly Alvord in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: John Francis 1943 MN1, Francis H. 1901 MN2, Judson H. 1869 MN3, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI4, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY5, Elisha 1778 CT6, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT7, Asahel 1720 MA8, Thomas 1683 MA9, Thomas 1653 CT10, Alexander 1627 England11, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England12.
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JUDSON ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Thursday, 29 June 1933
RAPIDS MAN IS VICTIM OF HEAT
JUDSON ALVORD, 56, SECTION HAND, STRICKEN AT WORK NEAR SARTELL
Judson Alvord, 56 years old, of Sauk Rapids, died just before noon today at the Northern Pacific station in Sartell. The death was attributed directly to the heat, and is the first heat death reported in Central Minnesota this year.
Mr. Alvord was working with the section crew near Sartell during the forenoon. When he was stricken fellow workers took him to the Sartell station. Dr. William Friesleben was called there, and Alvord died about 15 minutes after the doctor arrived.
The Alvord home is in Sauk Rapids. Mrs. Alvord has been an invalid for two years. A son and a daughter live at home.
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ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Friday, 30 June 1933
Funeral services for Judson Alvord of Sauk Rapids will be held in Sacred Heart church in Sauk Rapids at 9 oclock Saturday morning and burial made in the Sauk Rapids cemetery.
Mr. Alvord, who had been in the employ of the Northern Pacific for 17 years, died suddenly Thursday, a victim of the intense heat.
The funeral service is in charge of the Ross Funeral home, the body at the Alvord family residence.
Surviving are Mrs. Alvord, three sons and five daughters—Mrs. Alfred Frechette, St. Paul; Mrs. Henry Brunner, Sauk Rapids; Mrs. Edgar Berg, Faribault; Mrs. Ray Gravelin, Faribault; Mrs. Harriet Opheim, Sauk Rapids; Cyrenus Alvord, St. Paul; Frank and Fabian Alvord, Sauk Rapids.
Photo from Sacred Heart Cemetery, Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LAE
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and children Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, Raymond Michael Alvord, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Judson H. 1869 MN1, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI2, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY3, Elisha 1778 CT4, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT5, Asahel 1720 MA6, Thomas 1683 MA7, Thomas 1653 CT8, Alexander 1627 England9, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England10.
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KATHLEEN ANN LASCHINGER ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 29 April 2007
Alford, Kathie nee Laschinger Age 63, of St. Paul Passed away April 27, 2007.
Preceded in death by husband, Conrad.
Survived by mother, Helen Laschinger; brother, Keith (Julie) Laschinger; nephews, Luke and Lee Laschinger; step-son, David (Annette); step-daughter, Colleen (Bud) Witte; and aunts and uncles.
Service Wednesday, 11AM at Bradshaw, 1174 Payne at Rose. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation Tuesday 4-7PM and one hour prior to the service Wednesday....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kathleen Ann Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 9 March 1944, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituary of her husband, Conrad S. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
From MN Births: Kathleen Ann Laschinger, born 9 March 1944 in Ramsey Co., parents Charles Duane Laschinger and Helen Linnea Carlson.
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KENNITH BRADFORD HALFORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 16 July 2008
Halford, Kennith B. “Ken” age 85 of Golden Valley [Hennepin Co.], MN and formerly of the Lake Minnetonka area.
Preceded in death by son, Dale Halford.
Survived by daughter, Mary Jenkins, UT; also survived by sons, Bradd (Remy) Halford, CA, Perry Halford, CA; daughter, Colleen Halford, MN and their mother, Verna Letts, CA; six grandchildren and many great- grandchildren; brother, Richard (Kathy) Halford, UT; sister, Dora (Joe) Plant, UT; and other family members.
Ken was a longtime employee with Brown Photo/Black’s Photo. WW II Veteran, U.S. Coast Guard-Merchant Marine. Ken loved to golf whenever he would get the chance.
Funeral service, Friday, July 18, 2008 at 11:00 am. Visitation Thursday from 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm and one hour prior to service all at Huber Funeral Home Chapel, 520 2nd St. Excelsior, MN. Interment Woodside Cemetery, Shorewood, MN. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Red Cross. Huber Funeral & Cremation Services Excelsior Chapel 952-474-9595 www.huberfunerals.com.
Photo from Woodside Cemetery, Shorewood, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Thomas Stempson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kennith Bradford Halford (SS# issued in UT) was born 27 May 1923 and died 13 July 2008, last residence Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.
We included the obituaries of his parents, Charles William Halford Sr. and Lillian Honore Walsh Halford; and siblings Charles William Halford Jr., David Edmund Halford, Dora Jane Halford Plant, John Walsh Halford, Lawrence Lorenzo Halford, Leroy Elmer “Roy” Halford, Lillian Honore Halford, Marguarite Lucille Halford Riggs Knight, and Richard Michael Halford in Utah Obituaries; and of his sister Violet Viola Halford Jayne in California Obituaries.
His HALFORD lineage: Kennith Bradford 1923 UT1, Charles William 1891 UT2, John Wilburn Bradford 1868 UT3, John 1841 England4, Robert 1811 England5.
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LEWIS AUSTIN ALFORD
Great-Grandfather of Nell Jeanette Alford Lee, AAFA #0650
Grandmother of Andrew Franklin Alford, AAFA #0668
MOWER COUNTY TRANSCRIPT
Austin, Mower Co., MN—28 February 1906
At his home on East Water street Friday noon, Feb. 23, 1906, of stomach trouble, Louis A. Alford, aged 34 years. He was born at Hayward, Minn., July 17, 1871 [sic: gravestone says 1870], and was married June 10, 1896, to Miss Emma S. Hummel of Dundas. He came to Austin last fall and bought out his father’s shoe business on the east side. He has been suffering from poor health for several years.
He leaves a widow and five young children.
Funeral services, conducted by Rev. G.W. Lutz, were held Sunday at the East Side Presbyterian church.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Mower Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Pike
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Emma Sophia Hummel Alford Harris; and half-brother Emmett Carl Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sons Archer Edward Alford and Jessie Ellis Alford in California Obituaries; of his father, Alonzo Alford, in Washington Obituaries; and of his sister Ora Belle Alford Gerard Dearborn in Wisconsin Obituaries.
Lewis is the son of Alonzo Alford and his first wife, Ellen Rediker, who died in 1878. On the 1880 census, Hayward, Freeborn Co., MN, Lewis Alford 8 and Ellen Alford 6, are listed as “wards” in the family of Joseph and Sarah Fearne. His 2 younger siblings, Ora and Harry, were adopted.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Lewis Austin 1870 MN1, Alonzo 1840 NY2, Lewis Austin 1814 VT3, Ashley Owen 1770 VT4, Benedict 1716 CT5, Benedict 1688 CT6, Jeremiah 1655 CT7, Benedict 1619 England8, Thomas 1575 England9.
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LILLIAN A. GILLES ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Tuesday, 4 February 1997
LILLIAN ALVORD, 92, SARTELL
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in the lower church at St. Mary’s Cathedral for Lillian A. Alvord, 92, formerly of 208 Sixth Ave. N, St. Cloud, who died Monday [February 3] at Country Manor Health Care Center, Sartell. The Rev. Steven Binsfeld will officiate. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery.
Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Daniel Funeral Home. Parish prayers will be at 5 p.m. today at the funeral home in St. Cloud.
Lillian Alvord was born Jan. 23, 1905, in St. Cloud to John and Catherine (Lenger) Gilles. She married Frank H. Alvord on Nov. 4, 1930, in Holy Angels Catholic Church. She lived in St. Cloud most of her life and was a former member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and Altar Society. She was a member of St. Mary’s Cathedral.
Survivors include sons and daughter, Robert, Elaine Ligeros and Brian, St. Cloud; John, Hastings; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Oct. 24, 1975; infant daughter, Mary; and sisters, Rose Neeser and Evelyn Schepers.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Tony and Greg Ligeros, and Charlie, Mike, Mathew, Mark and Jim Alvord.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Lillian Alvord (SS# issued in MN), last residence St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN.
See the obituaries of her husband, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son John Francis Alvord in this compilation.
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LILLIAN ADELIA OLES ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Saturday, 14 June 1969
Photo from Grandview Cemetery, Hopkins, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Larry
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituary of her sister Gladys Marie Oles Alford Hacker Leonardson (who married Walter’s brother) in Arizona Obituaries.
From MN Deaths: Lillian Adelia Alford, born 3 June 1928, died 12 June 1969 in Hennepin Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Brownley.
From MN Births: _____ Oles was born 3 June 1928 in Watonwan Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Brownle.
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LORRETTA JOSEPHINE ALFORD WELLS
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Monday, 19 June 1995
Wells, Lorretta A., age 102, of Bloomington.
Preceded in death by beloved husband, Ben Wells.
Survived by niece, Carroll Chandigian of Brooklyn, NY; sisters-in-law, Virginia Bowman, Bloomington, Dale Wells & Helen Wells, Salt Lake City. UT; nieces & nephews.
…. Memorial service Tuesday 7 pm, Bloomington Chapel. Interment, Salt Lake City Cemetery, Salt Lake city. UT. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at Werness Brothers, Bloomington Chapel….
Photo from Salt Lake City Cemetery, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., UT—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Judie Latshaw Huff
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
From MN Deaths: Loretta A. Wells was born 28 Dec 1892 and died 18 June 1995 in Hennepin Co., mother’s maiden name Powers.
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MABLE LUMAE “JIMMY” HOPPLE OMMUNDSON ALVORD
BILLINGS GAZETTE
Billings, Yellowstone Co., MT—Saturday, 14 April 2012
MADISON LAKE, Minn.—Mable “Jimmy” Alvord, age 83, of Madison Lake, Minn., died on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Mankato, Minn. A memorial service was held April 2, 2012, at Mankato Mortuary and burial was in Eagle Lake Cemetery.
Mable was born on Aug. 1, 1928, in Billings, to Burt and Alice (Kilfoy) Hopple. She graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1946. Her second marriage was to Merwin Alvord and they moved, ending up in Minnesota. She worked at Sears for well over 40 years in various departments. She enjoyed outdoors, including gardening, fishing and her flowers.
Mable is survived by her son, Michael (Mistie) Ommundson of Madison Lake, Minn.; her daughter, Pam Jackson of Billings; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
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FREE PRESS
Mankato, Blue Earth Co., MN—Thursday, 29 March 2012
Mable “Jimmy” Alvord, age 83, of Madison Lake, died on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Mankato. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 2, 2012, at Mankato Mortuary…. Burial will be in Eagle Lake Cemetery….
Mable was born on August 1, 1928, in Billings, MT, to Burt and Alice (Kilfoy) Hopple. She graduated from Billings High School in 1946. Mable was united in marriage to Merwin Alvord in Billings, MT. She worked at Sears for 40 years in various departments. Mable enjoyed gardening, mowing the lawn, fishing, dogs, and she especially loved her grandchildren.
She is survived by her son, Michael (Misty) Ommundson of Madison Lake; daughter, Pam Jackson of Billings, MT; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Merwin in 2002, and two brothers, Frank in 2011 and Warren in 1987.
Photo from Eagle Lake Cemetery, Eagle Lake, Blue Earth Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Richard Jacobsen
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
From Montana, Birth Index (Ancestry): Mable Lumae Hopple was born 1 Aug 1928 in Billings, Yellowstone Co., MT.
From Montana, County Marriage Records (Ancestry): Lumae Hopple, age 17 daughter of Bert Hopple and Mae Kiljoy, married Oscar Ommundson, age 19 son of Almond Ommundson and Clara Peterson, on 20 Apr 1946 in Yellowstone Co., MT.
From Montana, Divorce Records (Ancestry): Lumae Ommundson and Oscar Ommundson were divorced on 9 Oct 1953 in Billings, Yellowstone Co., MT.
From Montana, County Marriage Records (Ancestry): Lumae Ommundson, age 27 born in Billings, MT, daughter of Bert and Mae Hopple, married Thomas R. Lovinggood, age 24 born in Murphy, NC, son of Ross and Ethel Loviinggood, on 1 Oct 1955 in Billings, Yellowstone Co., MT.
Merwin Alvord information—we included the obituary of his mother Leila Estella Alvord in Wyoming Obituaries:
From SSDI: Merwin Alvord was born 1 Oct 1920 and died 7 June 1995, last residence Madison Lake, Blue Earth, MN.
From Social Security Applications and Claims Index (Ancestry): Merwin Alvord was born in Karthan [? – probably Hartland], Niagara Co., NY, the son of Wilbur Arter and Leila Alvord.
In 1920 Lockport, Niagara Co., NY, Leila Alvord, age 17 single, is living in the household of her sister Cynthia, and her husband Clarence Bowman.
On the 1925 NY State Census, Leila and her son Merwin Alvord, age 3, are still living in her sister’s household in Lockport.
In 1930, still in Lockport, Leila and her husband, Wilbur Arter, are still in the household of Cynthia Bowman, age 44 widowed.
In 1930 Hartland, Niagara Co., NY, Merwin Alvord, age 9, is in the household of his maternal grandparents, Edward and Stella Alvord.
In 1940, still in Hartland, Merwin Alvord, age 19l, is in the household of his widowed grandfather, Edward Alvord.
From New York State, Marriage Index (Ancestry): Merwin Alvord married Irene Verheyn on 20 Apr 1951 in Lockport, NY.
From:
BILLINGS GAZETTE
Billings, Yellowstone Co., MT—Wednesday, 11 February 1959
Merwin Alvord’s birth father is not known.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s maternal ALVORD lineage: Merwin 1920 NY1, Leila Estella 1903 NY2, Edward Marion 1857 NY3, Valett 1825 NY4, Zelotes 1790 VT5, Phineas 1763 VT6, Phineas 1737 VT7, Thomas 1710 MA8, Thomas 1683 MA9, Thomas 1653 CT10, Alexander 1627 England11, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England12.
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MARION J. MILLER ALFORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Tuesday, 2 August 2016
Alford, Marion J. age 95, formerly of Brooklyn Center [Hennepin Co.].
Preceded in death by husband, Roger; brothers, Raymond and Charles Miller.
Survived by children, Jeanne (Richard) Larson, Judi (Jack) Menth; grandchildren, David (Desneige), Michael, Andrew (Lauren) Larson, Jennifer (Robert) Pastor, Jodie Menth; great-grand-children, Lucas, Callie Larson; many nieces and nephews.
Memorial service Monday, August 8, 11 AM at Osseo United Methodist Church, 16 2nd Ave SE, Osseo…. Private family interment. Washburn-McReavy.com Crystal Lake Chapel 612-521-3677
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
In 1930, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN, Marion J. Miller, age 9, is living with her parents, Charles and Lydia Miller, and her brothers Raymond and Charles.
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MAURA REILLY ALVORD
Photo from Huber Funeral & Cremation Service
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Friday, 15 April 2016
Alvord, Maura Reilly, age 51, of Minnetonka, Minnesota bravely succumbed to her long fought battle with Ovarian cancer on the morning of April 13, 2016.
Maura was born to Brian and Kathleen Reilly in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina on August 22, 1964. Maura was a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend to so many that loved her. Her adventurous spirit, love of family, friends, and travel, as well her signature beaming smile were the hallmarks of who she was. Her biggest love in life was her 11 year-old son, Reilly, who was the center of her world.
Maura was preceded in death by her mother Kathleen Reilly, grandparents JB and Agnes Reilly, grandparents Helen and Stanly Lucas.
She is survived by her husband, Matthew Alvord, son Reilly Alvord (age 11), mother-in-law, Margie Alvord, father Brian Reilly (Kathie), sister, Amy (Rick) Trent, nieces Rowan and Flynn Trent, brother, Michael (Kathleen) Reilly and many other cousins, aunts, uncles, friends and family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church, 18323 Minnetonka Blvd., Deephaven, MN on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 2:30, with visitation prior to Mass at 1 pm. Celebration of life to follow at Jake O’ Connors Irish Pub in Excelsior, MN. Memorials accepted in the name of Reilly Joseph Alvord directed to St. Therese Catholic School, 18323 Minnetonka Blvd, Wayzata MN 55391 for his ongoing education. Huber Funeral & Cremation Service Excelsior Chapel 952-474-9595 www.huberfunerals.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband’s father, John Francis Alvord, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s ALVORD lineage: Matthew ???? MN1, John Francis 1943 MN2, Francis H. 1901 MN3, Judson H. 1869 MN4, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI5, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY6, Elisha 1778 CT7, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT8, Asahel 1720 MA9, Thomas 1683 MA10, Thomas 1653 CT11, Alexander 1627 England12, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England13.
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MAURINE OLEEN MATTISON ALFORD ROSTBERG
Photo from Michelle Warneke’s Steingas/Nixon… family tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 4 November 1987
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Mora, Kanabec Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, sun_shinetoo@yahoo.com
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her daughter Dolores Elmira “Deedee” Alford Burgett in this compilation. We included the obituary of her first husband, Merritt Chester Levene Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
Maurine was the daughter of Thomas Oliver Mattison and Anna Sophia Hanson.
From MN Marriages: Carl E. Rostberg, age 58, married Maurine O. Alford, age 65, in Hennepin Co., MN, on 2 Sept 1972 [different than gravestone].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Merritt Chester Levene 1902 MN1, Emmett Carl 1880 MN2, Alonzo 1840 NY3, Lewis Austin 1814 VT4, Ashley Owen 1770 VT5, Benedict 1716 CT6, Benedict 1688 CT7, Jeremiah 1655 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1575 England10.
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MARY CAROLINE ALVORD HILDEEN
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 10 January 2007
Hildeen, Mary C. (nee Alvord) age 91, long time resident of Brooklyn Center. Mary was the wife of the late Don Hildeen and the mother of the late Donna Moldenhauer.
She is survived by daughter, Roxanne (John) Lawrence; grandchildren, Suzanne Moldenhauer, Michael, Nicholas, and Benjamin Lawrence; and sister, Lola Kanneman.
Memorials preferred to Brooklyn United Methodist Church or the North Memorial Hospice Unit. Memorial Service Thursday 2 pm, with visitation starting at 1:30 pm at Brooklyn United Methodist Church, 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center.
Interment Mound Cemetery. Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000.
Photo from Mound Cemetery, Brooklyn Center, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Thomas Stempson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituaries of her brother Elden Harry “Sam” Alvord in Wisconsin Obituaries; and sister Harriet Alvord Campbell in Hawaii Obituaries, with additional genealogical information.
From MN Births: Mary Caroline Alvord was born 19 May 1915 in Martin Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Kately.
In 1920 Ceylon, Martin Co., MN, Mary, age 4, is living with her parents, Luther and Mable Alvord, and 3 siblings.
From South Dakota Marriages, 1905–2013 (Ancestry): Donald W. Hildeen, resident of Mankato, Blue Karth, MN, married Mary Alvord, resident of Ceylon, Martin Co., MN, on 14 May 1938 in Sioux Falls, Minnehaha Co., SC.
From MN Deaths: Donald W. Hildeen, born 23 July 1912, died 14 Apr 1993 in Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her ALVORD lineage: Mary Caroline 1915 MN1, Luther Elden 1881 MN2, William Clark 1838 NY3, Daniel B. 1807 NY4, Butler 1780 CT5, Daniel 1743 CT6, Thomas 1710 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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MATHILDA ALMA MARIA POST ALVORD
POST BULLETIN
Rochester, Olmsted Co., MN—9 August 1983
Mathilda Alvord, 92, a resident at Chosen Valley Care Center in since 1982 and formerly of Rochester, died today of respiratory failure at the nursing home in Chatfield.
Mrs. Alvord was born Mathilda Alma Maria Post on Sept. 17, 1890, in Ledyard Township of Kossuth County, Iowa. She lived in Iowa and Missouri before coming to Minnesota in 1910 after her marriage to Marion L. Alvord on Oct. 5 of that year in Algona, Iowa. They farmed in Minnesota’s Martin County and then moved to Chatfield in 1926. They moved to Rochester in 1948. Mr. Alvord died in December 1955. Mrs. Alvord, a homemaker, was a member of the Royal Neighbors of American, Chatfield Chapter.
Survivors include two sons, Harlan of Rochester and Stanley of Austin, Texas; a daughter, Mrs. Donal (Clarice) Hinesley of Austin, Texas; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson. She was also preceded in death by a son, a grandson and 10 brothers and sisters.
The funeral is 11 a.m. Thursday at Christ United Methodist Church.... Burial will be in Lakebelt Cemetery in Ceylon, Minn.
Friends may call from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Vine Funeral Home....
Photo from Lake Belt Cemetery, Ceylon, Martin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jody Schmidt
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Aug 1983) dates of Mathilda Alvord (SS# issued in MN), last residence Rochester, Olmsted Co., MN.
We included the obituary of her son Stanley Alvord in Texas Obituaries.
MN Deaths lists Mathilda Alma Maria Alvord, died 9 Aug 1983 in Fillmore Co., born 17 Sept 1890, mother’s maiden name Gilbert.
From A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord, p. 478:
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*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s ALVORD lineage: Marion Louis 1885 MN1, William Clark 1838 NY2, Daniel B. 1807 NY3, Butler 1780 CT4, Daniel 1743 CT5, Thomas 1710 MA6, Thomas 1683 MA7, Thomas 1653 CT8, Alexander 1627 England9, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England10.
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MICHAEL JOSEPH ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Saturday, 27 July 1996
Alford, Michael J., age 54, of Spring Valley [Fillmore Co.], MN, formerly of St. Paul, died Thursday, July 25, 1996, at his home following a brief illness.
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia; his mother, Janet Alford of St. Paul; a sister and brother-in-law, Janice and David Bressoud of St. Paul; and a brother and sister-in-law, John and Mary Alford of Louisville, KY.
Funeral is 2:00 PM Monday, July 29, at the Fountain United Methodist Church in Fountain, MN. Burial will be in Fillmore Cemetery. Visitation 5-7:00 PM Sunday at Thauwald Funeral Home in Spring Valley.
Photo from Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Fillmore Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gale Priebe
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his mother, Janet F. Micko Alford, in this compilation.
From MN Marriages: Michael J. Alford, age 24, married Cynthia M. Earley, age 23, on 30 July 1966 in Fillmore Co.
From MN Deaths: Michael Joseph Alford was born 5 Apr 1942 in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, and died 25 July 1996 in Fillmore Co., mother’s maiden name Micko.
His lineage, from Ancestry family trees: Michael Joseph 1942 MN1, Arthur Allen 1910 WI2, Louis 1864 England3, William 1838 England4, George 1801 England5.
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MILDRED ORA HIMLE ALFORD
DAILY HERALD
Austin, Mower Co., MN—Sunday, 16 August 1998
Mildred Ora Alford, 81, of Austin, died Thursday, August 13, 1998 at her home.
She was born Feb 20, 1917 in Dodge County, (MN) the daughter of Erick and Bertha Brekke Himle.
She attended rural school and later received her GED. She was married to Frederick Alford on Feb. 20, 1938.
She was a home maker and worked for 15 years as a public health aid. Mildred was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers and two sisters.
She is survived by daughters and son-in-law Diane Lothson, North St. Paul; Donna and Jerry Oberle, Faribault; son and daughter-in-law David and Kristi Alford, Austin; sisters and brothers-in-law Ethelyn Hahn, Austin; Hazel and Norman Pearson, Rochester; Jane and James Lepeska, Minnetonka; brothers and sisters-in-law Olgar and Judy Himle, Austin; Lee and Carol Himle, Spring Valley; brother-in-law and wife Harvey an Elaine Fjerstad, Austin; Aunt Stella Fjerstad, Kasson, six grand children and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial services: Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 am at St. Olaf Lutheran Church.... Visitation will be at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary....
Interment: Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Mower Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Pike
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mildred H. Alford (SS# issued in MN), last residence Austin, Mower Co., MN.
See the obituary of her daughter Donna Fay Alford Schneider Brady in this compilation.
MN Deaths lists Mildred Ora Alford, died 13 Aug 1998 in Austin, Mower Co., born 20 Feb 1917 in Dodge Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Brekke.
Her husband is listed in MN Deaths as Frederick Emmett Alford, died 17 Oct 1988 in Olmsted Co., born 12 Dec 1915, mother’s maiden name Louden.
Frederick Alford, age 4, was listed in the 1920 census of Austin, Mower Co., MN. He was the son of Emmett C. Alford, age 38, and his wife Elmira J. 33.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Frederick Emmett 1915 MN1, Emmett Carl 1880 MN2, Alonzo 1840 NY3, Lewis Austin 1814 VT4, Ashley Owen 1770 VT5, Benedict 1716 CT6, Benedict 1688 CT7, Jeremiah 1655 CT8, Benedict 1619 England9, Thomas 1575 England10.
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PATRICIA RICK ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—11 September 2002
Alford (nee Rick)—Patricia age 67. Services Thurs. 11AM St. John’s. Visit. Wed. 4-8PM Olson-Tichenor Funeral Home, all in Mapleton. Memorials preferred. Call 507-524-3616 for info.
Pat was born 1/28/35 in ST. Paul to Leo & Gertrude (Schroeder) Rick. Class of ’53 grad. North St. Paul High. Married Charles Alford 5/1/54.
Survivors: husband; daughter Debbie (Brian) Jaeger; son Kirk; bros.: Bill (Geri), White Bear Lake; Dick (Shirley), Oakdale; sisters: Betty Paine, Helen Cunningham, Gert Bialucha, Gen (Ron) Jones; 3 grandchildren.
Preceded by: daughter Diana; bro. Leo; sis. Doris Neumann.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Patricia Alford (SS# issued in MN) and list her death date as 9 Sept 2002, last residence Mapleton, Blue Earth Co., MN.
See the obituary of her husband, Charles Ervin “Chuck” Alford, in this compilation.
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PEARL GAZELLE TARBERT ALFORD
MORNING TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Saturday, 26 March 1960
Services for Mrs. Pearl G. Alford, 41, 5340 N. Camden Av., Brooklyn Center, who died Thursday [March 24], will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Sundseth-Anderson mortuary, with burial in Crystal Lake cemetery.
Born in Lake Benton. Minn., Mrs. Alford was a Minneapolis area resident 37 years. She was a member or Harron Methodist church.
Survivors include her husband, Sidney M.; two sons, Richard S. and Ross L.; her mother, Mrs. Alfred Tarbert, Calmus, Iowa; six sisters, Mrs. Vivian Groff, Oshkosh, Wis., Mrs. Alice Rutherford, Sacramento, Calif., Mrs. Winnifred Fitzgerald, Mrs. Bessie Bloomfield, Mrs. Ellen Ellwood and Mrs. Goldie Olson, all “of Minneapolis, and two brothers, Ivan Tarbert, El Sobrante, Calif., and Owen Tarbert, Minneapolis.
Photo from Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Sidney Marvin Alford, in this compilation.
From MN Deaths: Pearl Alford, born 4 Aug 1918, died 24 March 1960 in Hennepin Co., MN. Her mother’s maiden name was Kenyon.
From MN Births: Pearl Gazell Tarbert was born 4 Aug 1918 in Pipestone Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Kenyon.
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PERCY OLIVER ALFRED
THE JOURNAL
New Ulm, Brown Co., MN—Thursday, 2 December 2004
Percy O. Alfred, 92, of 1127 North Washington in New Ulm, died Tuesday, November 30, 2004, at the New Ulm Medical Center in New Ulm.
A private family service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, December 3, at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home in New Ulm with burial at a later date in the New Ulm City Cemetery....
He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, LaVonne and Larry Christensen of Sleepy Eye, Helen and Bob Vogel, Joni and Dave Ahlness, all of New Ulm; sons and daughters-in-law, Mel and Dianne Alfred of New Ulm, Myron and Judy Alfred of Florence, Montana; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; a sister and brother-in-law, Katherine and Willard Gluth of New Ulm; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Irene Alfred of Cornelius, Oregon, Imelda and Raymond Havemeier of New Ulm, and Pearl Alfred of Roselle, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Irene Alfred on January 18, 1981; sister, Mary Pitzner; brothers, Albert, Robert, Arthur, Edward, Harry and Charles Alfred; and a great-grandson, Adam John Wandler.
Percy Oliver Alfred was born on October 16, 1912, in Stark Township, Brown County, to Henry A. and Frances (ShingShang) Alfred. On October 4, 1940, he married Irene Knapp at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sleepy Eye. They farmed from 1944 to 1950 in Leavenworth Township and from 1950 to 1975 they farmed in Milford Township. They then moved to New Ulm. He enjoyed his yardwork and gardening.
Photo from New Ulm City Cemetery, New Ulm, Brown Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Spelbrink
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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RAE DELORES ALFORD KAUFER
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Thursday, 19 June 2003
Rae D. Kaufer—age 90, of West St. Paul on June 17, 2003.
Preceded in death by brothers, Alfred Alford and John Mueller; sisters, Alma Levenson and Dorothy Sigety.
Survived by husband of 55 years, Charlie; [step]brother Lewis Mueller; also many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service at Roselawn Cemetery Chapel, 803 W. Larpenteur Ave., Roseville on Friday, June 20th at 11AM. Interment Roselawn Cemetery…. Mueller-Bies 651-487-2550.
Photo from Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville, Ramsey Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Daniel Sanders
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rae D. Kaufer (SS# issued in MN) was born 17 July 1912, last residence Saint Paul, Dakota Co., MN.
From SSACI: Rae D. Kaufer was born 17 July 1912 and died 17 June 2003.
From MN Deaths: Rae Delores Kaufer, age 90, was born 17 July 1912 in Alma, WI, daughter of Louis Alford and Ida Kruse. She died at Lake Ridge Health Care Center in Roseville, Ramsey co., MN. She was a legal secretary with 2 years of college. Her husband, Charles R. Kaufer, was the informant.
Her lineage, from Ancestry family trees: Rae Delores 1912 WI1, Louis 1864 England2, William 1838 England3, George 1801 England4.
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RAYMOND HARRY ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS STAR
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Tuesday, 1 June 1976
Photo from Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Raymond Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 16 Dec 1921 and died _____ May 1976, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, Harry Sidney Alford and Hilda M. Johnson Alford; and brother Sidney Marvin Alford in this compilation.
From MN Deaths: Raymond Alford was born 16 Dec 1921 and died 31 May 1976 in Hennepin Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Johnson.
On Raymond Harry Alford’s 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 20, born 16 Dec 1921 in Minneapolis, MN, where he is living.
His lineage: Raymond Harry 1921 MN1, Harry Sidney 1893 MA2, Amos 1865 England3, Peter 1827 England4.
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RAYMOND MICHAEL ALVORD
ST. CLOUD TIMES
St. Cloud, Stearns Co., MN—Thursday, 11 October 1923
Diphtheria claimed the second victim in the Judson Alvord family at ten o’clock Monday morning [October 8], when Raymond Alvord, the nineteen-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Alvord, passed away following an illness of about three weeks.
The young man had been ill with diphtheria some time ago, and although he had entirely recovered from that malady, it had left complications from which he has suffered since, continually growing weaker until death relieved his sufferings on Monday.
The funeral was held Tuesday morning with services at Sacred Heart church and interment in the [lo]cal cemetery…
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, and Rosella Katherine Alvord Comford Reilly in this compilation.
From MN Deaths: Raymond Michael Alvord died 8 Oct 1923 in Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN. He was age 19, son of Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Fideldy.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Raymond Michael 1904 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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RICHARD DAVID ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Tuesday, 12 July 1994
Alford, Richard David, age 47 of St. Paul on July 10.
Survived by daughter Kerstin & her mother Shawn Gadwa; parents Ed & Edna; sister Roxy & husband Pat Markie; niece Kati; loving aunt Rae & uncle Charles Kaufer; & many relatives & good friends.
Special thanks to the staff at Our Lady of Good Counsel Home.
Memorial service Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 436 N. Roy, St. Paul, 11am Thursday, July 14. Graveside service Roselawn Cemetery, 10am Thursday. Visitation 5-8pm Wednesday at The Roseville Memorial Chapel, 2245 N. Hamline Ave. Memorials preferred to Our Lady of Good Counsel Home or Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
Photo from Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville, Ramsey Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, geogoon
Photo posted in 2016
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Richard D. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 23 Dec 1946, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituaries of his parents, Edmond Lyle Alford (with genealogical information) and Edna Margaret Moser Alford, in this compilation.
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ROBERT J. ALVORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Monday, 16 November 2015
Alvord, Robert “Bob” J.—Age 77 of Minneapolis passed away on 11/12/15.
Preceded in death by wife Janet.
Survived by daughters Michelle Alvord and Heidi Jones; and faithful companion Mary Hickson; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Memorial service Tuesday, November 17 at 6 PM at Fourth Baptist Church, 900 Forestview Lane No., Plymouth, MN.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list yet his death.
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ROSELLA KATHERINE ALVORD COMFORD REILLY
Photo from gcmd4’s [or your name’s] Heimer family tree (Ancestry)
DAILY HERALD
Austin, Mower Co., MN—Saturday, 13 April 1929
Funeral services for Mrs. Arthur B. Reilly, who died Thursday evening after an illness of less than a week, will be held at 9:30 Monday morning at St. Augustine’s church with interment at St. Augustine’s cemetery.
Mrs. Reilly was taken ill last Friday. She grew steadily worse and Monday was taken to St. Olaf hospital for treatment of blood poisoning. Death came at 5:40 Thursday evening.
Rosella Katherine Reilly was born October 5, 1894 at Hector, Minn. In 1912 she was married to George Comford of Faribault and one daughter, Lucile, was born to this marriage. Mr. Comford met his death as the result of an accident in 1915, but his wife remained in Faribault until her marriage to Arthur Reilly, October 2, 1919. Mr. and Mrs. Reilly then came to Austin to make their home and here three daughters were born to them, Katherine 8, Shirley 6, and Helen 4.
Mrs. Reilly was a member of St. Augustine’s church and the Degree of Honor lodge. She was also active in the Whittier Mothers’ Club.
Her death came as a severe shock, not only to the immediate family but to her neighbors and many friends as she was well liked by everyone who knew her. Hearing of anyone in need, she always found time to lend a helping hand in spite of her many home duties.
Surviving, besides her husband and four daughters, are her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Judson Alvord of Sauk Rapids and three brothers and five sisters: Crynus Alvord and Mrs. Albert Frechette of St. Paul, Mrs. Henry Brunner, Frank Alvord, Fabian Alvord, and Josephine Alvord of Sauk Rapids, Mrs. Elmer Opheim of Sartell, and Mrs. Edgar Berg of Faribault.
Photo from Calvary Cemetery, Austin, Mower Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Tom Mauer
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Judson H. Alvord and Johanna Sibilla Fideldy Alvord; and siblings Charles Henry Alvord, Earl Joseph Alvord, Fabian August Alvord, Francis H. “Frank” Alvord, Gertrude Alvord Brunner, Harriet Margaret Alvord Opheim Walsh, and Raymond Michael Alvord in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her ALVORD lineage: Rosella Katherine 1894 MN1, Judson H. 1869 MN2, Cyrenius Sylvester 1844 MI3, Americus Vespucius 1813 NY4, Elisha 1778 CT5, (probably) Elisha 1748 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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ROY LEO ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS STAR
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Thursday, 18 January 1968
In another article, same page:
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Lleeah
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Roy Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 21 Oct 1926 and died _____ Jan 1968, last residence not listed.
We included the obituaries of his wife, Gladys Marie Oles Alford Hacker Leonardson, in Arizona Obituaries; and of his son Randall Lee Alford in Washington Obituaries.
From MN Deaths: Roy Leo Alford was born 21 Oct 1926 and died 16 Jan 1968 in Hennepin Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Hage.
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RUSSELL L. HALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 7 August 2005
Halford, Russell, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2005 at his home.
He is survived by loving wife, Sue, family and friends.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 11:30am at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 16670 13th St. So., Lake St. Croix Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Lakeview Hospice. Simonet Funeral Home.
Photo from Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, Crystal, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Thomas Stempson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his wife, Susan B. Smekofske Halford, in this compilation.
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SARAH SWEET HOLMES ALVORD
Photo from lynnestallcop’s Stallcop Family tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
MORNING TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 11 December 1918
OLDEST MARTIN COUNTY PIONEER DEAD
Mrs. Sarah Sweet Alvord, Martin county’s oldest resident, is dead at her home in Lake Belt township, near Fairmont.
She was 101 years, 5 months and 23 days old. Her husband, Daniel B. Alvord, died in 1890.
Photo from Lake Belt Cemetery, Ceylon, Martin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Agent Mom
AAFA NOTES: From A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord, p. 268:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s ALVORD lineage: Daniel B. 1807 NY1, Butler 1780 CT2, Daniel 1743 CT3, Thomas 1710 MA4, Thomas 1683 MA5, Thomas 1653 CT6, Alexander 1627 England7, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England8.
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SHIRLEY KNOTT ALVORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 4 February 2018
Alvord, Shirley K., of Bloomington, Minnesota passed away on Monday, January 22, 2018 at the age of 95.
Shirley was born and raised in New York City, where she graduated from Hunter College with a degree in mathematics. She lived in Syracuse NY and Wayland MA before eventually relocating to Minnesota, where she was a resident of both Edina and Bloomington. She volunteered for many years at Abbott Northwestern Hospital and at Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina where she was a longtime member.
Shirley was beloved by her family, and her kind and gentle spirit brought joy to all who knew her. She enjoyed her pets, gardening and reading, and supported many animal protection efforts.
Shirley is survived by her two daughters, Nancy Haspel of St. Paul and Sharon Skerry of Medfield MA and her husband Jeff. She is also survived by her five loving grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 23 at 1:00 pm at Christ Presbyterian Church, 6901 Normandale Road, Edina. Donations in Shirley’s memory may be sent to the Hearing Loss Association of America, P.O. Box 8037, Minneapolis MN 55408.
Photo from Christ Presbyterian Church Memorial Prayer Garden, Edina, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ginny
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
From New York, New York Birth Index (Ancestry): Shirley A. Knott was born 12 Aug 1922 in Manhattan, New York City, NY.
From New York, New York, Marriage License Indexes (Ancestry): Shirley A. Knott married William H. Alvord on 24 March 1951 in Manhattan, NY.
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SIDNEY MARVIN ALFORD
MINNEAPOLIS STAR
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Thursday, 17 September 1970
Sidney M. Alford, 54, 6220 Bryant Av. N., died Wednesday [September 16]. Services at 3 p.m. Friday in Sundseth-Anderson mortuary, 2024 Lyndale Av. N. Burial in Crystal Lake Cemetery.
Superintendent for Durkee-Atwood Co.
Survivors: his widow, Audrey L.; two sons, Richard S., Minnetonka, and Ross L., Minneapolis; parents Mr. and Mrs. Harry Alford, Minneapolis; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Nordstrom, St. Louis Park, and Mrs. Joyce Miller, Minneapolis; two brothers, Roger D. Alford and Raymond H. Alford, both of Minneapolis; and two grandchildren.
Photo from Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, #47592448
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sidney Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 6 Aug 1916 and died _____ Sept 1970, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Pearl Gazelle Tarbert Alford; second wife, Audrey Lorraine Hartkopf Alford; parents, Harry Sidney Alford and Hilda M. Johnson Alford; and brother Raymond Harry Alford in this compilation.
From MN Marriages: Sidney M. Alford, age 46, married Audrey L. Hartkopf, age 46, in Hennepin Co. on 19 Apr 1963.
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MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY TRIBUNE AND STAR JOURNAL
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 23 August 1942
Peach Section, Page 3:
His lineage: Sidney Marvin 1916 MN1, Harry Sidney 1893 MA2, Amos 1865 England3, Peter 1827 England4.
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SUSAN BERNICE SMEKOFSKE HALFORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 23 November 2008
Halford, Susan B. (Smekofske) Age 96, of Mpls passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Nov. 21, 2008.
Preceded in death by husband, Russell Halford.
She is survived by 6 children, Reeta Vanasch, Bertha (John) Fay, Barbara (Mike) Vien, Janet (Jerry) Fay, Jerry (Cathy) Halford, James (Gale) Halford; 19 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; many relatives and friends. She will be dearly missed.
Family will accept memorials for Catholic Charities…. Service 10am Monday, Nov. 24 at: Cremation Society of Minnesota 7835 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Park 763-560-3100.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Susan Bernice Halford (SS# issued in MN) was born 8 Oct 1912, last residence Elk River, Sherburne Co., MN.
See the obituary of her husband, Russell L. Halford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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SUSAN LEE HOCKEMEYER ALFORD
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—24 August 2011
Susan L. Alford (Hockemeyer)
11/2/1949 - 8/16/2011
In Loving Memory and Remembrance.
Mother to Jonathan and Jason Christiansen, Kimberly Hickey, and Heather Randleman. Daughter of Gordon and Irene Hockemeyer. Sister of Linda Sanford and Loren Hockemeyer.
Open visitation will begin at noon on Thursday, August 25th. A funeral service to celebrate Susan’s life will begin at 1:00PM. Services are located at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home, 2130 Dale St in Roseville.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Susan Lee Alford (SS# issued in MN), last residence Osseo, Hennepin Co., MN.
Susan is buried in Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville, Ramsey Co., MN. Her grave is unmarked.
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THOMAS DUDLEY ALFRED
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 10 October 2010
Thomas D. Alfred—Beloved Father, Grandfather, Friend - Age 68 Passed away October 6, 2010. Survived by sons, David and Gary (Teresa); granddaughters, Cortni & Chelsea; former wife & friend, Sharon; brothers, Donald & Gary (Connie); & many other relatives & friends.
A Gathering of Family & friends will be held 5-8PM Monday, October 11th at Mueller Parkway Chapel, 835 Johnson Pkwy., St. Paul. Memorial Service 10:30AM Tuesday, October 12th at Mueller Parkway Chapel. Interment Ft. Snelling Nat’l Cemetery. Memorials preferred.
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Beth Coyel
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thomas Dudley Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 4 June 1942, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituaries of his mother, Verna Eunice Swanson Alfred; and his brother Gary A. Alfred in this compilation.
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TOD ALLEN ALFORD
Cousin of Bonniejean Alford, AAFA #1375
Photo from Bonniejean Alford, AAFA #1375
DAILY NEWS
Winona, Winona Co., MN—Thursday, 30 September 2010
Tod A. Alford, 45, of Winona died suddenly at his home of a massive heart attack on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010.
Tod Allen was born March 17, 1965, in Elgin, Ill., to Robert and Judith (Skarecky) Alford. He graduated from Cary-Grove High School, Cary, Ill., and attended Western University, Malcomb, Ill. He was a chef and formerly worked at Chartwells at Winona State University; Jelly Stone, Warrens, Wis.; Hart’s Tea and Tarts, Decorah, Iowa; La Rona, Decorah; Drugan’s Castle Mound, Onalaska, Wis.; Golden Frog, Fountain City, Wis.; Pickwick Inn, Pickwick, Minn., and most recently at That Flower Place, Winona.
He is survived by two daughters, Chelsea Elizabeth Alford and Megan Grace Alford, both of Rushford, Minn.; his parents Robert and Judith Alford of Castalia, Iowa; a sister, Dawn Marie (James) Eaton of Winfield, Ill.; two nephews, Danny and Matthew; an aunt, Mignonette Wise of El Paso, Ill.; the love of his life, Vicki Scharmer of Winona; many friends and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph and Mabel Alford; and maternal grandparents, Laddie and Winifred Skarecky.
Services to remember Tod will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at St. John’s United Church of Christ, Fountain City, Wis….
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today, Sept. 30, 2010, at Fawcett-Junker Funeral Home, Winona, and beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the church on Friday.
Casket bearers will be James Eaton, Aren Olson, Kristofor Olson, Jim Eggerichs, Eli Glor and Timmy Laturno.
Memorials are preferred for the benefit of Chelsea and Megan and a trust is being set up at Wells Fargo Bank, Winona…. Services entrusted to Fawcett-Junker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Winona.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Tod Allen Alford (SS# issued in IL), last residence MN.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Andrew West Alford & Melissa A. Gillespie.
His lineage: Tod Allen 1965 IL1, Joseph Robert 1937 IL2, Joseph Theodore 1904 IL3, Harmon Andrew 1873 KY4, Andrew West 1841 MS5.
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TONETTA ANN SKIBY ALFORD BERUBE
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 11 December 1994
Berube, Tonetta A., age 62 of Fifty Lakes, MN. Formerly of Lake Elmo.
Preceded in death by son Steven Alford.
Survived by husband Bernell, mother Margaret Fisher, children David (Annette) Alford, Colleen (Bud Witt) Jacobson, Lynn (Barry) Stanchfield, Joe Berube, Susan (Bob) Phillips, Mary Kroll, Debra German, 13 grandchildren & 2 sisters.
Visitation 4-8 PM Monday, Mueller Mortuary Parkway Chapel with prayer vigil at 7 PM. Graveside Service 1 PM Tuesday, St. Anne’s Cemetery, Somerset [St. Croix Co.], WI….
Photo from Saint Anne Catholic Church Cemetery, Somerset, St. Croix Co., WI—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, geogoon
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Tonetta A. Berube (SS# issued in MN) was born 10 Oct 1932 and died 9 Dec 1994, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her first husband, Conrad Sherwood Alford, in this compilation.
From Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (Ancestry): Tonetta Ann Skiby Alford Berube was born 10 Oct 1932 in Excelsior, Hennepin Co., MN, daughter of Claus T. Skiby and Margaret I. Morris.
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TONY SCOTT ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday 8 September 2006
MINNEAPOLIS—Tony Scott Alford, 36, of 2040 First Street South, died Wednesday, September 6, 2006.
Mr. Alford was born in Loris, the son of the late Leamon J. Alford and Essie Rabon Alford.
A former resident of the Loris area, he attended Loris High School. Mr. Alford attended Calvary Baptist Church in Aynor.
He moved to Minnesota in 1991 and went on to complete his studies, receiving his diploma from Armstrong High School in Minnesota.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by his stepfather, Harmon Todd; and two brothers, Leamon Earl Alford and Johnny Archie Alford.
He is survived by three brothers, Bobby Lee Alford and his wife, Linda, of Conway, Larry Gene Alford of Conway and Robert Harold Alford of North Charleston; two nieces, Bobbie Lynn Alford Skipper and her husband, Brian, of Aynor and Lorie Lynn Alford of Conway; three nephews, Larry Heath Alford and his wife, Tonya, of Conway, Robert Heath Alford of Conway and Christopher Erik Alford and his wife, Starr, of Aynor; a special sister-in-law, Wanda F. Rabon of Aynor; three great-nieces and two great-nephews; and several aunts, uncles, and friends.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, September 10, 2006 at Goldfinch Conway Chapel.... Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery....
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Wake County Genealogical Society
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
We included the obituaries of his parents, Leamon Junior Alford and Essie Mae Rabon Alford; his brother Johnny Archie Alford; and his grandmother Sally Jane Johnson Alford in South Carolina Obituaries.
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Descendants of William Alford of Horry Co., SC, b. about 1760.
His lineage: Tony Scott 1970 SC1, Leamon Junior 1931 SC2, Archie Leamon 1907 SC3, Jessie Cannon 1879 SC4, Ashley Levi 1842 SC5, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC6, John B. 1780 NC7, William 1760 NC8.
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VERNA EUNICE SWANSON ALFRED
PIONEER PRESS
St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Wednesday, 3 October 2001
Alfred, Verna, age 83, of Roseville, on September 30, 2001.
Preceded in death by her husband, Dudley and sister, Doris.
Loving mother of Tom (Sharon), Don (Sue) and Gary (Connie) and Cy. Also survived by her grandchildren; David (Lisa), Gary (Teresa), Heather (Matt) Linder, Daniel, Tracy, Ryan and Amanda; great-grandchildren, Chelsea Cortni and Greta; niece, Carol (Ken) Ott; and nephew, Gregg (Josie) Peterson.
Memorial services Thursday, 2PM at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 1465 N. Victoria St. St. Paul. Visitation 1 hour prior to services at the church. Inurnment Roselawn Cemetery. Memorials preferred. Cremation Society MN Mpls 612-825-2435.
Photos from Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville, Ramsey Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob L.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Verna E. Alfred (SS# issued in MN) was born 18 June 1918, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.
See the obituaries of her sons Gary A. Alfred and Thomas Dudley Alfred in this compilation.
From MN Births: Verna Eunice Swanson was born 18 June 1918 in Chisago Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Nelson.
From Ancestry Family Trees: Verna was the daughter of Carl Swanson and Edith Nelson.
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WILLIAM HOWARD ALVORD
STAR TRIBUNE
Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 8 May 2016
Alvord, William H., (Bill) Age 90, of Mpls., passed away May 5, 2016 of pancreatic cancer.
Born September 17, 1925 in Syracuse, NY.
Preceded in death by parents Maryon (McNamara) & D. Eaton Alvord.
Survived by best friend, Carroll Barnes and son Seth Barnes.
Mr. Alvord attended public schools in Syracuse, graduating in June 1943. He enlisted in the US Army in August 1943 and served in Europe as a combat engineer in the Battle of the Bulge and the Rhine River crossing. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1949 and Columbia University Graduate School of Business in 1953, where he received an MS Degree. He was a certified public accountant. He served as Chief Financial Officer of Carrier Corporation, Syracuse, NY and Investors Diversified Services (IDS) in Minneapolis. He retired in January, 2014 as Financial Manager of Powderhorn Residents Group, a non-profit community development organization in Minneapolis. He was a driver for the Trust Meals on Wheels program in south Minneapolis for over twenty years & served on its advisory committee.
There will be a private interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery….
Photo from Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Grouse32
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituary of his father, Dioclesian Eaton Alvord, in Florida Obituaries.
His middle name is from his gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: William Howard 1925 NY1, Dioclesian Eaton 1891 NY2, Frederick Grant 1859 NY3, Derrick Lansing 1826 NY4, Dioclesian 1776 CT5, Thomas Gould 1742 CT6, Asahel 1720 MA7, Thomas 1683 MA8, Thomas 1653 CT9, Alexander 1627 England10, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England11.
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WOLCOTT ALVORD
ST. LOUIS REPUBLIC
St. Louis, MO—26 May 1889
APPLETON [Swift Co.], Minn., May 25—An old man named Walcott Alvord became engaged in a quarrel with a neighbor and they came to blows. A few minutes later, Alvord walked away a short distance and dropped dead from the effects of the excitement.
Photo from Warren Cemetery, Gurnee, Lake Co., IL—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor ruth cook
AAFA NOTES: From the 1908 edition of Samuel Morgan Alvord’s A Genealogy of the Descendants of Alexander Alvord, p. 468:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His ALVORD lineage: Wolcott 1825 NY1, Elijah 1796 VT2, Woolcott 1773 MA3, John 1739 CT4, Thomas 1710 MA5, Thomas 1683 MA6, Thomas 1653 CT7, Alexander 1627 England8, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England9.
