Ramsdell Queries

Help each other by posting information about the person, family or line you are researching. As soon as I can add your information to the John Ramsdell history or the Joseph Ramsdell history, I will attempt to link your query to that page where your family appears.

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From: antikm@webtv.net
Subject: RE: ramsdell
Date: Mon, 2 Apr 2001 23:33:35

i am looking for a willard ramsdell, all i know about him is he played for the NY Yankees i think, and oringinally from kansas. is he any relation? thank u

Marsha

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From: Robert Johnson
Date: Fri, 06 Apr 2001 11:12:59
Subject: Ramsdell Query

Hi, I am researching my Ramsdell side and am looking for information in relation to William Ramsdell b. 1827 in Essex, New York. He married Mary Ann Nixon in 1955 in Mitchell County, Iowa. If anyone has additional information or a photo, I would certainly be pleased. Thanks, Patricia Pedler Johnson

From: "Robert L. Leonard"
Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2001 07:57:18

Hello, I was looking to establish some information on our line of Ramsdells. This is what I have to date: Eben H. Ramsdell - Born in Gray Maine. Eben was enlisted in the Company B, 25 Regiment Maine Volunteers Inf, on September 10, 1862. He died about 1896 in Falmouth Forside Maine. He married Dorkas A. Merril who died July 2, 1920. They had at least one son. His name was Lawrence Ramsdell and his wife's name was Estella. Lawrence was a builder and resided in Falmouth Forside Maine. There is a road there named Ramsdell Road and Lawrence built most of the houses on it. Estella and Lawrence had on son, Howard Ramsdell. Howard was my Grandfather. He died in 1968 in RI. Any early information on this line of Ramsdells?

From: coxie2@juno.com
Date: Tue, 24 Apr 2001 21:44:17
Subject: Malden,MA Ramsdells

I was given your web site when I complained about not much on New England Ramsdells on the rootsweb list. I am impressed with all the Ramsdells out there. How come there is nothing on the Malden, MA Ramsdells - which of many have the same names as your Lynn ones. I go back to Joseph Ramsdill who married Rachel Teale abt 4/24/1727. They died early, about 1745 - and their son Deacon John Ramsdill, b. 4/5/1741 in Malden, married Mary Sweetser 9/16/1764 - had a son John 4/19/1771 who married Lydia Howard 10/8/1793 - had a son Amos 10/16/1800 who married Phebe Wait 3/5/1822 - had a son Reuben RAMSDELL 7/28/1841 who married Georgiana Green abt. 1871 (dau. of James Green & Julia Folansbe). They are my great grandparents - and at this point of line the name is spelled with an e and their son Albert Rueben Ramsdell moved to Stoneham to live with his grandfather James S. H. Green (son of the 6th Jonathan Green in the same house - next door to mine). The Green house was built around 1720. James S.H. built ours (which I sold when my mother died few years ago.) Barb Cox-Niquette from Vermont

From: "azjan"
Subject: "Ramsdell Query"
Date: Mon, 21 May 2001 23:01:40

My Great, Great, Great Grandfather, Solomon V. Ramsdall was born on October 10, 1798 in Grey, Maine....Died in 1874 Garland Maine.  He was married to a Pauline W.

From: willrams@earthlink.net
To: Jack Colson;jack@hotmail.com
Sent: 6/5/01 9:08:21 AM
Subject: John Ramsdell b 1602 England

Jack

From MGCarlisle@aol.com
Date: Wed, 6 Jun 2001 18:07:09 EDT
Subject: Ramsdell

I found your site on the Ramsdells somewhat by accident and am grateful for the information. I am a great, great grandson of Levi Starbuck and Elizabeth Ramsdell and have been trying to find out more about Levi. I am now inspired to learn more about the Ramsdells as well. Thank you very much.

From: Byron Everett
Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2001 16:42:59
Subject: Ramsdells

You have a beautiful and informative Ramsdell site. However, I was unable to find the Ramsdell that I was looking for. On 10 Oct, 1753 Nathaniel Ramsdill m. Susanna Howard in Marblehead MA. Between 1754 and 1769 they had 6 children baptized in the Second Congregational (Unitarian) Church in Marblehead. Do you have any information on the ancestry of Nathaniel Ramsdell? Any biographical information? Any information on his children, especially Susanna? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Byron G. Everett

From: Keith Johnston
Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2001 20:58:03
Subject: Ramsdell / Johnston

Hello Ross, I am a decendant in the line of Johnston's that cross with your Ramsdell line from Lubec, Maine. They join with your 5th generation Walter Emerson Ramsdell and my Tillie G. Johnston. I am not sure if you have much on Tillie, but I have been researching for the better part of a year now and have traced the Johnston origins back to James Johnston from Tyrone, Ireland, who arrived in NB in 1820. His wife Eliza ?? came over in 1828 and I assume they met in NB. Please contact me by return e-mail if you would like more info, or if you have info I may not. Thanks for your time. Sincerely, Keith Johnston Abbotsford, BC, Canada

From: Paula Harvard
Date: Sat, 23 Jun 2001 08:24:38
Subject: Ramsdell

Hi Ross, Have a William Mitchell of Machiasport, whose daughter,Athalana, married a Ramsdell...Athalana's sister married in 1875 and is the only date other than the purchase of land in Cutler, by her father, in 1853 that I have at this point. Can you identify which Ramsdell she married ? Thanks for your help, Paula Harvard Woolwich, Maine

From: "Lisa Power"
Subject: Alanson Ramsdell & Mercy Delano Prior
Date: Sun, 24 Jun 2001 13:58:32

Hi,

From: DDamsad@aol.com
Date: Mon, 25 Jun 2001 21:27:42
Subject: John Ramsdell

John Ramsdell (Topsfield marriages says of Danvers) married Hannah Towne of Topsfield on   February 12, 1754, he may have been born abt 1734. I am trying to find his parents names.  I have been told there is a link to Francis Eaton of the Mayflower.  There are a lot of Ramsdell Ramden descendants of Eaton. I have not been able to connect them.  I would appreciate it very much if you can help me.  Thanks, Shirley

From: "Mark Heimann"
Subject: Mary Ramsdell
Date: Sat, 30 Jun 2001 17:11:59

I am looking for more information as to the parents of Mary Ramsdell, who married first Zephaniah Caswell, a doctor and has a son Solomon born 15 Mar 1795 in Belcher, MA and second married Benejah Fay in 1800. Would appreciate it if you can locate also any information on her birthdate, place etc. Thanks.

From:  youngcoot@go.com.
Subject: Old Ramsdell obituary
Date: Thu, 9 Aug 2001 15:12:48

Ross:  

From: MHersey@aol.com
Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 14:44:11
Subject: re: will of Samuel Ramsden

Hi, Ross, I have a reference to Samuel's will in the Mayflower Descendant, pg. 28-29 but no date or vol. no. for it. I am finishing up a biography of my grandfather that has to be mailed this weekend. I can't seem to find a listing of the magazine and the contents anywhere. I am hoping you can give me the information. His will mentioned daughter Susanna Hersey (married David Hersey in 1743) and granddaughter Mercy Hersey. I need it for the endnotes on David and Susanna's children. A cousin found the reference on your web site so I'm hoping you have the information I need. I'm frustrated and fast becoming desperate. I would really appreciate your help. Many thanks, Marilyn Brown mhersey@aol.com

From: "Harry Watson"
Subject: Ramsdell, David Smith & Georgianne Varney family tree
Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 17:52:58

Hello, I'm a descendent of the above Ramsdell's. My name is Kenneth (Kennie) Tetlow Watson. (just for the record, I am female :) ). My records differ some to yours & thought you may be interested in what I have. David Smith Ramsdell died 1 May 1918 Worcester, Ma. according to death certificate. Marriage date: 18 Jan. 1882 marriage certificate Married Georgianna Varney born 1863 Barre, Ma. according to cemetery records died 8 Jan. 1936 Hope Cemetery Worcester, Ma. according to cemetery records Their children are as follows : 1.John V. Ramsdell born 8 Oct. 1882 died 28 Sept. 1895 Hope Cemetery Worcester, Ma 2.Leon W. Ramsdell born March 1885 Worcester, Ma died 21 March 1950 Worcester, Ma. above info from daughter Carol Ramsdell Dugan married Lillian Oliver 27 June est. 1906 she was born 21 Dec. 1886 Phili, Pa she died 6 Aug. 1928 Worcester, Ma Leon remarried Delia Forget 3Harry Ramsdell born 1888 Worcester, Ma died 11 Aug. 1964 (buried) married Jessie L. Starboard 4. Laura Rebecca Ramsdell born 2 June 1899 Worcester, Ma died 27 Nov. 1972 Worcester, Ma married George Putnam Andrews Sept 1906 Springfield, Ma George birth ____ Death 16 Aug. 1955 5. Georgia Beatrice Ramsdell ( this is my paternal grandmother) born 30 July 1892 Worcester , Ma. died 17 March 1968 Daytona, Fl. Married Ernest Dawson Tetlow 30 July 1912 he was born 3 Nov. 1888 Providence, RI he died 17 March 1985 Chesapeake, VA 6.Carl E. Ramsdell born 21 Jan. 1894 Worcester, Ma died 21 Jan. 1970 Hope Cemetery Worcester, Ma married Ella M Kendall date____ she was born 1899 she died 8 March 1976 Hope Cemetery Worcester, Ma I have substantiated my sources as much as possible. Much of the information came from family members years ago. I recorded it as they told me. I hope this helps in some small way. Kennie T. Watson

From: "Harry Watson"
Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 21:11:12
Subject: Ramsdell lineage

Hello, I am a descendent of Philemon Ramsdele (Ramsdell) & have just read about him. I am so excited to learn all this information about him. I only had his name & first wife, Rebecca Smith's names. Their son, David Smith Ramsdele, was my great grandfather on my father's side. David's daughter, my grandmother, my father's mother, was Georgia Beatrice Ramsdell. Looking at some of the birth, death, & marriage certificates, the name Ramsdell has been spelled numerous ways. But all the dates & places seem to co-incide with what I have in my records. Many thanks for all your work. This is so exciting!!! Mrs. Kenneth (Kennie) Tetlow Watson e-mail address is harkenw@myexcel.com

Hello, I found your web site once years ago. I am now finally able to sit again to look up information about my Grandfather. Once you told me that if I had a social security number and place of birth and death that you could look it up and see if you had any information or any connections for me to check on. Here is the information on my Grandfather FRANKLIN RAMSDELL SSN 480-09-3983 BORN SEP 01 1905 DIED JUNE 1969 My Fathers name is Franklin Henry Ramsdell and was born in 1932 in Council Bluffs Iowa. He had alot of brothers which I never knew. My dad married a Laura Rathbum I think not for sure. I don't have much information on my Father and thought I would chance it to see if you had any way at all to look up the information on my Grandfather. If you do it would be appreciated and if you don't i appreciate all your time anyway. Thank You Sherrie Ramsdell amarillo texas

From: "Don Brown"
Subject: Charles M. Ramsdell
Date: Wed, 22 Aug 2001 20:38:30

Does any one know this Charles M. Ramsdell and how he fits in anywhere. Charles M. Ramsdell, late of Gloucester, Ma, did on 4 Aug 1875, commit murder on John Hawley by stabbing him in the neck with a knife, in the County of Essex. He was sentenced on 13 Oct 1875 to 5 years in the state prison in Boston.

From: "Helen Beazer"
Subject: Children of Isaac Ramsdell
Date: Thu, 6 Sep 2001 10:12:56

Sorry, I just left a query on your page for the parentage of Isaac Ramsdell who married Polly Potter.  [I am trying to learn the name of the parents and siblings of Isaac Ramsdell born abt 1777 in Vermont. He md. (1) 23 Oct 1809 Polly Potter in St. Johnsbury,Caledonia,Vt.  He md. (2) 13 Sep 1823 Susan Taylor in St. Johnsbury, Caledonia, Vt.] Then I found him in your records.  I do have one addtional child for this family. Polly Ramsdell born 4 Dec 1809 at St.Johnsburg,Caledonia,Vt.  md. as his second wife Lyman Weeks at St. Johnsburg. Her birth appears in the St. Johnsburg town records.

From: Chaz701@aol.com
Date: Wed, 19 Sep 2001 11:37:59 EDT
Subject: Ramsdell Query-Ramsdell/Littlejohn, NY

Hi all-I am searching for info on the following.  Eunice Ramsdell b.1826/1828 VT, d. 1897 NY. was the daughter of John Ramsdell & Maria (?).  Eunice married James Littlejohn in 1851 NY, they had the following children. Nat, Carrie, Frank W., and Nelson.   I am searching for, Maria maiden name, the exact date of Eunice and James marriage and any info at all that I can find on their children. Thanx Charli From JennyA77@aol.com
Thu, 27 Sep 2001 14:09:40 Hello, my name is Stephen Ramsdell, I too am one of those Ramsdell's that have moved below the Mason Dixon line. I am active duty in the U.S. Navy which explains why I am down here in Florida. I am originally from Guildhall Vt . I have a sister, who's name is Robin, My father's name is Richard Kenneth Ramsdell. My Dad grew up in Warren NH and then moved North to Groveton NH. My father has a sister, her name is Thelma Ramsdell, she currently resides in Warren NH. As far as I can go back, My fathers parents names were Kenneth and Florence Ramsdell, I am interested to find out how far back my family tree grows, any info would be greatly appreciated and may be sent to jennysman76@yahoo.com, thank you very much, and I hope to meet all of the Ramsdell clan someday, I am the last Ramsdell of my father's line, but I am working on it. Thank you.

From: Gloria Thomas
Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2001 9:35 AM
Subject: Ramsdell

My great grandfather was Charles G.Ramsdell married Janette{Nettie} Brown born in Potton,Quebec.

I was wanting to know why you don't list all children of the decendents because I know that Zophar D. Ramsdell had more children and I know that his grandson Forest had two sons.

From: "Marie Lagerstrom"
Subject: Re: Eloda Emma Ramsdell
Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2001 21:04:09

Hi, My name is Anne Lagerstrom.  Even though I did not find any Ramsdell's that I recognized - I found some wonderful information.  Now I hope that someone will have some more information that I have. This side of my family is based in Washington County, Maine. My grandfather Milton Leman Huntley (1911-1991) was the son of Irvin Uriah Huntley (b. unknown d. unknown) and Eloda Emma Ramsdell (1890-1982).  He had 7 brothers & sisters. Eloda's parents were Asa Ramsdell (b. unknown d. unknown) and Sarah Ackley (b. unknown d. unknown).  That I know of she had only 1 brother - Clifton.  
If you have any information I would appreciate it.

From: "david ramsdell"
Date: Thu, 1 Nov 2001 14:37:58
Subject: I came across your Ramsdell site and have some feedback / info

I came across your site today (business is slow) and have some information, which I assume to be accurate. A number of years ago, my Dad (now deceased) traced back our family tree, presumably to John Ramsdell from Lynn. Here it is: First, this is from your site:

From: "Kurt & Lila"
Date: Fri, 23 Nov 2001 09:43:20
Subject: Re: lydia Ramsdal

Hi
I am looking for ancestors of lydia Ramsdal abt 1775 father Michael mother Content. md Erza Blaisdell.
do you have her in your data base. She was born in Shoreham,Addisone,Vermont or Cornwall,VT 1775 - 1850 she died in Ottawa Canada

From: "Barratt, Carrie Rebora"
Subject: Homer Ramsdell |
Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2001 15:30:41

Dear Sir or Madame, I got your e-mail address while doing some research on-line to find Homer Ramsdell (b. 1810). We have acquired a small painting of three of his children, presumably the first three. The picture was painted in 1842, in New York. Do you have birthdates for Homer's children? I am guessing that the miniature depicts Mary, Frances, and Thomas, but can't confirm this without knowing their birthdates. Thank you for your help. Carrie Barratt ---------------------------------- Carrie Barratt Curator, American Paintings and Sculpture Manager, The Henry R. Luce Center for the Study of American Art The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue New York, New York 10028 212-570-3903 212-570-3893 (fax) carrie.barratt@metmuseum.org

Hi Ross - Would like to know the family history of Kenneth Ramsdell, who was born 2 August 1904 in Phillips, Maine. Hope you "just happen to know" the answer!!!!! - Charlie Anderson

From: Thomas D James
Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 16:52:14 -0800
Subject: Ramsdells

Hi, My name is Thomas James. I am doing research on the James family. My grandfather, Clarence Dwight James, married Alma Ramsdell in Charles City, Iowa. I believe she was from Wisconsin. She had a sister (I think it was a sister) who we called "Aunt" Maude who lived in Cold Water, Michigan. I visited her there. She was a school teacher, had a bad hip problem and never married. Alma and Clarence had two children, Dwight Carlton (my father) and Helen Lois. I cannot find very much about the James line but saw your invitation to contact you and thought maybe your information about the Ramsdells might intersect my research. Do you have anything that could help? Thank you, Thom James Ventura, CA

From: Byron Everett
Date: Mon, 3 Dec 2001 17:01:21
Subject: Ramsdell Querry - Nathaniel Ramsdell of Marblehead, MA

Am seeking info. on Nathaniel Ramsdell m. Susannah Howard 8 Oct. 1753 in Marblehead, MA. Had 8 children christened in Marblehead. Have not been able to identify Nathaniel's parents. byron_e@yahoo.com

Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2001 14:54:44 -0600
Subject: mary Ramsdell-m. jonathan peabody
From: louella f currier lfcur@juno.com

I am researching my husbands family and the curriers are married to a elizabeth peabody father jonathan peabody and mother mary Ramsdell. Is the mary Ramsdell on your sight the one and the same? she had to be born around 1728+. please can you help?thanks louella currier

robin Ramsdell Ramsdell4@yahoo.com
Subject: past
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 06:58:07 -0800 (PST)

My name is Robin Ramsdell and live in Hardy Ar. My father's name was Charlie and his father's name was Benjamin. My father died in 1963 at the age of 57. My mother remarried and I have had little contact with the Ramsdell since than. My father lived in Missoure most of his life, but he could have live elsewhere when he was younger. He had several brothers. I know that he had a brother named Paul and one named Frank. I have 3 living brothers who have all had children. I would like to know about my background, but didn't know where to start. If you can help me I would greatly appreciate it. If you need more information please let me know. Thanks Robin. X-Originating-IP: [63.227.88.159]

From: Brett Mac Donald bmacdonald@earthlink.net
Subject: Cyreness Ramsdell

I am trying to locate the parents of Rachel ____ who married Henry Salisbury abt. 1800. They had at least 2 kids John H. Salisbury b.1807 and Anna Maria Salisbury b.1812 - both in Schoharie Co. NY. Anna married James O. Swartwout (son of Aaron Swartwout and Maria Mynar m.1805 Schoharie Co). Anna and James named their first son John Ramsdell Swartwout. In checking both sides of his ancestors the only blank is for Rachel who was probably born around 1773 and there are no other Ramsdell's in this line. Cyreness shows up on the 1850 Canajohare, Montgomery, NY census and is living with a much younger couple (I assume kids or grandkids). I haven't looked at it for awhile but the couple he is living with are also Salisbury's (or the wife's maiden name was Salisbury). On the 1860 census Syrenius is in Sharon, Schoharie Co which is also where many of the Salisbury's lived. James O. Swartwout was a shoemaker in Argusville, Schoharie, NY and I have noticed many Ramsdell's were also shoemakers. On the 1860 census for Lancaster, Erie, NY John Ramsdell Swarthout is living in the American Hotel and also in the hotel is a Ramsdell who is listed as a shoe salesman. My thought is that Rachel _______ is a Ramsdell and possibly desc from Rachel (Eaton) Ramsdell and that Cyreness is her father. Anything you can offer will be greatly appreciated. Thank you Brett Mac Donald Covina, CA

From: PeterRamsdell@aol.com
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 2000 02:46:35 EST
Subject: Ramsdells of Illinois

My grandfather Charles Luther Ramsdell was born in 1888 at Franklin Grove (Lee County, Dixon is the county seat) Illinois. He had two younger siblings, Katherine and Robert. His father's name was Ferris Ramsdell and I believe he delivered mail around Franklin Grove. Around 1900 Ferris moved to California with Katherine leaving my Grandfather and Uncle Bob to run the family farms. I was always told that we were originally from New Hampshire but did not find any connection in your listings. If you have any information on my branch of the familiy I would greatly appreciate it. By the way, my grandfather married Carrie Herwig @ 1916 (my grandmother will be 104 in February) and they had two child Donald Ramsdell who had three children, my cousins Phyllis, Charles and Paul and my mother who had my sister's Lynn, Mary Lou and myself. Aunt Katherine did ! not have any children but my grandfather's younger brother Robert had a son also Robert who had four children Cheryl, Ray, Irene and Ilene. Ray now farms the family farm inherited from Ferris through Robert and Donald farms the one from Ferris through Charles. Since my grandfather was born in 1888 I assume either his father Ferris or his grandfather must have come to Illinois around the middle of the 19th century. Thank you for you site and any additional information you might have. Peter Ramsdell Lippert P.S. either peter_lippert@hotmail.com or Peter Ramsdell at aol will reach me.

From: RAM69Z28@aol.com
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2000 14:15:43 EST
Subject: Ramsdell geneology

hi, my name is andrew Ramsdell.my dad accessed your web site last year and told me about it.alan Ramsdell was his name.i have found it very informative and so has my family.i thought i would tell you some info to update it if you so chose.my dad ,alan eugene Ramsdell passed away on oct 5 2000. also ,his father, dr. raymond e. Ramsdell passed on last year. im not sure of the date but i could find out if you wish. also ,my cousins in california gary Ramsdells daughters, carrie and beth cannot find any info on their families. maybe you can help.i hope to hear from you. sincerely, andrew Ramsdell Reply-To: "dRamsdell" neondr@bigfoot.com

From: "dRamsdell" dRamsdell@cfl.rr.com
Subject: Ramsdells
Date: Fri, 1 Dec 2000 11:05:47 -0400

I have enjoyed browsing through your site. I am new to geneology but I am interested in tracing my family line. I am David Ramsdell Father is William Ramsdell born in Northern Wisconsin in 1920s, married Opal Adams, daughter of Robert Adams of Kentucky who was son of Andrew Jackson Adams...family lore is that they are descended from President John Adams, but I have not been able to find the connection. Grandfather is Jesse Ramsdell (married Mary Kelnhoffer)...I believe he lived in Wisconsin but I am not sure where he was born Great Grandfather was William Ramsdell. I have no information on him. I have been searching for a William Ramsdell who had a son named Jesse, but I have been unsuccessful. Do you know any lines that went to Wisconsin or UP Michigan???? We even have a Ramsdell lake in northern Wis, named after William I think, but I seem to be at an impass. I would appreciate any help if you have the time Sincerely, David Ramsdell neondr@bigfoot.com

From: "gwenlujan" wenlujan@acadia.net
Subject: Emma J. Ramsdell
Date: Fri, 10 Nov 2000 15:14:54 -0800

Dear Ross: Found your info on rootsweb. The name Ramsdell was listed. My ggrandmother is Emma J. Ramsdell m. James B. Cox. I have no family contacts to aid me and have ordered census records from Canada and they're so slow! Know anything about her? My father is Alexander Gordon Cox, illegitimate son of John E. Cox, son of James and Emma. Thank you, Gwen

From: "Sheron Green" alia@compuplus.net
Subject: Ramsdell in VT
Date: Sat, 4 Nov 2000 10:10:42 -0700

Hi Ross, I'm Sheron Green and also a volunteer on rootsweb. I do Mendon, Monroe Co. NY and Medway, MA Vital Records to 1850, if you need them. I am looking for historical information, or perhaps publications I can purchase, websites that have information, etc on the family of Gideon. My grt grt grandmother is Louisa Ramdsdell, b. 1821 in Wardsboro VT area, daughter of Gideon. Although I have names, I don't have any history. Being a researcher I thought you may have some guidance for me. Louisa Ramsdell, m Chester Hiscock...needless to say I'm looking for info on either. I have less on Hiscock/Hiscox/Hescock than other families and it ends at Chester. I'm happy to share what I have. I do find that when files are extensive and researchers are investigating for threads...phone calls with files in front of us, are really productive and theres more clarity in the conversation and questions. So....if you ever want to do that, please do. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sheron L. Green - On the shores of beautiful Flathead Lake, NW Montana

From: "Don Brown" dbrown@tdn.com To: "Pat Conner" RCON64@aol.com
Subject: Back to Rufus Ramsdell (1800)
Date: Sat, 28 Oct 2000 15:50:47 -0700

Hi Pat, It's funny how this stuff just sits around and then all at once you have a need to take a look and you find some obvious errors. This what I have: Joseph 1620 line: RUFUS Ramsdell, was born on 21 Jan 1800 in Pembroke, Plymouth, Maine. He married Alice Baily on 28 Oct 1827 in Greene, Maine. Alice was born in 1805. She died on 18 Jan 1832. He married Hannah Draper on 21 Oct 1832 in Leeds, Maine. They had the following children. Irene, born in 1829 Mary, Born in 1831 Alice Baily, born 2 Apr 1836, Turner, Maine. She married Orin Campbell Bryant on 4 Jan 1871, Hartland, Maine. Ruth, born in 1842 Note: A male child born in Leeds, Maine, Sep 1834 Questions: If Rufus was married to Alice 1827 to 1832, wouldn't you think that children Irene and Mary belong to Alice and not Hannah? Unless there are other children that you are aware of, there is probably no way to determine if he was married to someone before Alice. Pat, let me know what you think and if my info appears to be correct. I have included Ross, he might have more insight. Don Brown

From: MemeBaker@aol.com
Date: Tue, 17 Oct 2000 11:27:45 EDT
Subject: Albert Ramsdell

Do you have any guesses as to how Albert Ramsdell might be related to other branches you have researched? I'm doing work for a museum house in Groton, Connecticut, the Avery-Copp House. The house was rebuilt and furnished by Albert Ramsdell c. 1860. Thanks, Mary Beth Baker in New London, Conn. Here's all I have on Albert: Albert Ramsdell (May 12, 1816- May 10, 1873) of Mansfield, Conn., from a numerous family. (Parents: Isaiah and Clarissa Ramsdell) Left his father's farm at 16 and came to New London to work at a "shoe house" of an elder brother. He became a clerk, then a partner, and finally went into banking. "He was a natural financier and became president of the New London City Bank and Pres. of the New London Northern RR Co....His large means were never withheld from any local enterprises which were calculated to promote the interests of the community..." (Hist. of New London County, 1882, p. 462). He was first married to Caroline White of New London. She died in 1839, apparently without children. It seems likely that Albert was related to a Mary Ann Ramsdell, who married in 1834 Sidney Miner, a partner of Joseph Lawrence's (one of NE's wealthiest whaling magnates.) With Ramsdell a name connected with Nantucket and Whaling, perhaps there was some business dealings there as well? His second wife was Mary Jane Avery (m. 1847 in Brooklyn, NY) of Groton, Conn. The couple lived in Mary Jane's house on Groton Bank (overlooking New London harbor) and renovated and furnished in the latest Victorian style. The house today looks much as it did then. Mary Jane was left a rich widow, and without children, she left the house and its contents to a niece, Bessie Avery Copp. Bessie's descendants gave it to the Antiquarian & Landmarks Society, Inc., a museum organization in Conn. The house is a time capsule full of treasures, but there is almost nothing related to "Al," as he was called. Date: Sat, 23 Sep 2000 14:07:35 EDT

From: Donsgen@aol.com
Subject: Ramsdall in ME

Hi I came across your web site (great job!) looking for a Ramsdell. My gg-grandfather James H. Haydens second wife was Lydia. I just recently discovered her death certificate. she was: Lydia A. (Ramsdall) Hayden b: 7-11-1852 in Canaan, ME d: 6-25-1936 in Weymouth, MA b: Locus Grove, Newfields, NH Father: Avory Ramsdall born in York, ME Mother: Susan Gerald born in ME This info comes from her death certificate, and is all I know about her. I wondered if you had any info or connections ? I haven't been able to find anything on line or in census data. Thanks Don Smith donsgen@aol.com Date: Thu, 21 Sep 2000 22:39:23 -0400

From: Nancy Reeves ncreeves@yahoo.com
Subject: Polly Ramsdell w. of Ebenezer

Hello, I am related to the William Case whom married Polly Ramsdell. Their 2 sons Increase went to Wisconin and this son Alonzo went to the West Coast New Port Oregan with his Uncle. Samuel another son of william. We have in our possession a copy of a doucment made by William Case that lists his children etc. explaining who his family was in England and lists his brothers and sisters. Exactly where it was found I would guess is in Lubeck deeds? if you are interested in information on this extention to Polly please let me know. nancy Reeves, raleigh n.c Please respond to ncreeves@yahoo.com 437 ii. Polly Ramsdell was born in Eastport, Washington, ME 17 November 1787. Polly died 21 June 1841 in Lubec, Washington, ME, at 53 years of age. She married William Case 17 January 1806 in Lubec, Washington, ME. William was born about 1780. William died 28 June 1852 in Lubec, Washington, ME, at 71 years of age. Marriage license, 23 Nov 1805.

From: SErick2119@aol.com
Date: Wed, 13 Sep 2000 12:36:33 EDT
Subject: Ramsdell Query

Hi, Searching for info on my grandfather. He was born a"Smith" in Portland, Maine, June 12, 1896 to a Cora B. Stebbins Smith and a George E. Smith. When he was approx. 2 or 3 yrs old was given to a Ramsdell family to raise or adopt. He ran away from them when he was about 13 yrs old. I am unable to get any record of a possible adoption because of the Maine Courthouse fire of 1908. His name was Harold Charles______? either Smith, Ramsdell etc. Has anyone come across any Harold Charles in the 1900 census in a Ramsdell household in Maine, most likely Cumberland or Oxford county(Hebron area)? He changed his last name to Loveitt, whether legally or? sometime later. He would have been 3 or 4 in the 1900 census. Thanks,Shelley

From: Maprout@aol.com
Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2000 16:02:58 EDT
Subject: re: Ramsdell Query

Hello ! This is an excellent site and I, among others, am extremely grateful for it's existance!!! I am especially interested in Alexander Ramsdell and Polly Hatch who were m. 7 April 1810. They were the parents of Sara Ramsdell b. Nantucket Dukes MA on 17 Mar 1812. I need information about her husband, Arba Smith and his lineage. I know he was the son of Arba and Mary (Hall) Smith of Ontario Co. NY and eventually, Macomb Co. MI. Does anyone know where Arba and Sarah's orginal marriage record is kept? Would appreciate any help from anyone who might be a descendant of Sara and Arba Smith. Please contact me at recordbug@aol.com. Thank you. Diane Date: Wed, 23 Aug 2000 22:26:17 -0400

From: Faith Thibodeau clarinet@cybertours.com
Subject: Ramsdell genealogy

Hi Ross, I'm hoping you can help me find some lost ancestors. Dorcas Ramsdell married Joseph Wilson May 2, 1670 in Lynn, MA. She died after March 1711. Their son Jacob married Susammah Ross. I'd like to find Dorcas' parents. Does any of this sound familiar to you? Faith

rom: "Kay Olson-Fleming" indigosd@brittonsd.com
Subject: Ramsdell Query
Date: Fri, 18 Aug 2000 08:35:38 -0400

Good Morning! I am iso information about a Ruth Ramsdell that married Bowen Johnson 11 Jan 1835 in Coventry, Rhode Island. Bowen & Ruth had a son Nathan Ramsdell Johnson 15 Nov 1840 in Coventry, Rhode Island. I know that they had at least 2 other children-names only-Christopher and Nancy. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you. Sincerely. Kay Olson-Fleming indigosd@brittonsd.com

From: "Bates, Charlie" CBates@flowserve.com
Subject: Ramsdell Query
Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2000 17:08:33 -0600

I am looking for the parents of Mary Ramsdell. According to the Hanover, Mass town history, see married Thomas Bates about 1805. Hanover Vital Records list Thomas and Mary Bates as the parents of five children born between 1807 and 1816. Thomas died 20 Mar 1817. Some of the children's marriages are given in the Abington, Mass town records. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks and Regards,Charlie Bates (cbates@flowserve.com)

From: "Scott Garfield" garfield@tampabay.rr.com
Subject: Ramsdell Query
Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2000 10:26:34 -0400

am looking for information on a Lauvisa/Lovisa E. Ramsdell or Ramsdale (1835-1914). Buried at Mayflower Hill, Taunton, MA. She married James E. Bruce in 1854 in Freetown, MA. Most likely she was from the branch of Ramsdells in Southeastern Mass. They had two children, Mary Gertrude Bruce and Leon Bruce. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Scott Garfield

From: MEBouillot234@cs.com
Date: Sat, 22 Jul 2000 23:04:55 EDT
Subject: Ramsdell

Ross, Are you adding to your list of Ramsdell's? If so, I would like to add my grand father to your list. He is listed as "Eddie" Benjamin Ramsdell, bn 18 Apr.1872. Edson is his real name, "Eddie" was a nick name. He married Helen Theresa Mullen, 21 Feb 1897 in Manchester, N.H.. Helen was born 27 Nov 1877 in Manchester, N.H. Edson's parents were ; Benjamin Randall Ramsdell and Eliza Dewey Edson and Helen had 7 children, only three survived: Irene Veronica Ramsdell bn 1 Sept 1900 d.5 Jan 1972 (child #1) Olive Helen Ramsdell, bn 11 Aug 1909 ( child # 5) d. 2 Apr 1955 she was married to Joseph William Middleton, 27 Nov 1934 Man, NH they had 5 children Ruth Naomi Ramsdell, bn7 May 1912 ( child#7) d, 8 Jan 1995 She married Herford Louis Gorrell 26 Nov 1936 Man, NH they had 3 boys. Mary Ellen Bouillot

From: Rucr@aol.com
Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2000 01:19:50 EDT
Subject: My Ramsdells

Dear Ross, I hope you can help me with my Ramsdell ancestors. I'm specifically looking for any info on Joseph Ramsdell, born I believe in Mass., sometime about 1779. He married Sarah Cutler in Vermont, probably Swanton around 1820. He is listed on the Census for Essex, Essex Co. N.Y. for 1830, 1840, and 1850. On the 1850 census his occupation is listed as lighthouse keeper. His children include my ancestor Henry R. Ramsdell, William, Mary, George, and Joseph. Hope to hear from you soon, Ruth Crews

From: "Allen & Carol Eaton" acecouple@earthlink.net
Subject: gen.
Date: Fri, 7 Jul 2000 11:51:20 -0700

I am trying to find anything on Atanta Charlotte Ramsdell. Born Sept 4,1818 Shorem ,Vt. Married to Aaron K. Ingalls. Any help will be thankful. Allen Shaw Eaton

From: ehadley@involved.com (Elizabeth Hadley)
Subject: Sewell Ramsdell
Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2000 23:42:09 -0700

Great website! I am looking for any information on Sewell Ramsdell (or his family) who served on the Union ironclad USS New Ironsides around 1863 during the Civil War. He may have come from Massachussets or Maine.

From: "Paul D. Smith" pdsmith2@penn.com
Subject: Ramsdell Query
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2000 09:04:40 -0400

Does anyone have the descendants of Timothy Ramsdell b1762 in York County, Maine?

From: "Vern Lampman" gizmo@pnv.net
Subject: Thank You for the Ramsdell Site!!!!!!!!
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2000 01:58:46 -0400

Ross, Thank you so much for the Ramsdell web site you have put together. I have been studying my family for over 20 years and my info stopped at Aaron Ramsdell. Thanks for getting me back to John Ramsdell. The Ramsdells also go back to the Mayflower through Eliza Beverly (wife of Aaron Ramsdell), she is a decendant of Henry Sampson. My name is Vern M. Lampman, Jr. (11/28/1956 - still kickin') my mother was Christine Eva Ramsdell (4/24/1938 - 1/10/2000) her father was Ross Ramsdell (8/6/1902 - 4/2/1988) his father was Thomas Aaron Ramsdell (8/22/1868 - 5/15/1946) and was married to Eva Alice DOW (not DAW). I am one of those Ramsdells who went south, I live in Hampton, VA. Please e-mail me a GEDCOM of the decendants of John Ramsdell (I hate to type in all those names). I use Family Tree Maker v5, I also have Personal Ancestrial File v4 available. I'm attaching a GEDCOM file of the decendants of my grandfather Ross Ramsdell. Again thanks!! Vern Lampman gizmo@pnv.net

From: Craig.Ramsdell@swcollege.com
Date: Wed, 17 May 2000 17:02:07 -0400
Subject: Missing Ramsdells

Hi, I've been looking over your extensively researched site (http://www5.pair.com/vtandrew/Ramsdell/data.htm) trying to figure out where my ancestors fit in and I'm not having any luck. My great-great-great-grandfather is Jacob Ramsdell, born 1796 (in Massuchusetts we believe) and died 12 May 1855 in Danbury, Ohio. Jacob's parents are Joseph Ramsdell, born about 1767 in Massachusetts and Sarah Furnace Ramsdell, born about 1770. We don't have any more information about Joseph and Sarah than that. I've looked over your site and cannot find any of these people. Am I missing something, or are they indeed not among the multitude of Ramsdells that you have researched? Thank you for your time. Craig Ramsdell

From: "Chad Murray" cmurray@powerlink.net
Subject: another Ramsdell mystery
Date: Sun, 12 Mar 2000 11:57:07 -0500

This may be part of a Ramsdell mystery where as i cant seem to find any info about my great grandfathers mother she was Amy Ramsdell born march,6,1863 died march,14,1948 she married Edgar ,F, Kennedy . born dec,1,1866, they lived in Newvineyard ME (Franklin county) there children Erale,H,Kennedy born.Aug,4,1887 and Flora .M.Kennedy.Barker. This is all the info I have ,and cant seem to find Amy listed any place does this name ring a bell? Thank you for any info Kelly Kennedy

From: "Marilyn Gardiner" m-gardiner@mindspring.com
Subject: Ramsdell - Lucy
Date: Sat, 11 Mar 2000 16:23:37 -0500

Hi Ross, My ancestor, Sylvanus Holden m. Lucy Ramsdell, who, according to Eben Putnam in his 2-volume Holden Genealogy, published at Boston in 1926, says, on page 318 of Vol. II, was b. at Lunenburg, "died 7 Feb 1891, aged 87 years, 2 months, and 15 days, daughter of Seth Ramsdell. In your genealogy pages, you show two Seth Ramsdells both born in Pembroke about 6 years apart, one a son of Nehemiah and Rebecca (Chamberlain) Ramsdell, the other a son of Gideon and Sarah (Nash) Ramsdell. If you have any further information about either Seth that might help me determine which was the father of Lucy, I would appreciate it. Some day (soon, I hope) I will get to Lunenburg/Shirley area and see what I can find. In the meantime, I must be content with what I can find on the Web! Your pages are wonderful; I enjoyed reading them. Lyn Gardiner

From: Dorothybrancato@aol.com
Date: Sun, 20 Feb 2000 01:34:59 EST
Subject: Ramsdell

Is the name of the book on Ezra Bowen Ramsdell Eliza A. Sheldon;1934? In your notes it says that was you source. I thought it was a living person. Do you know anything about any of Esther Bown Ramsdell's brothers? Why did they move to Vincennes, Indiana? Do you know? What does it mean "Ezra was involved with the Pork business.?" Was he a butcher, hog farmer, wholesaler, (politician?)! I joined the Vincennes, Indiana genealogy club and got nothing from them so your information was like discovering a gold mine. My mother , Esther K. Tindolph, left a few notes concerning the Ramsdells. George Ramsdell was the founder of the American Gas Co and at the time of his death (80+) years old he was librarian to the gas company in N.Y. city until a few days before his death resulting from pneumonia. Horace Ramsdell was the Secretary Treasure of Lipman Wolfe Department Store in Portland, Oregon (I don't believe Lipman Wolfe exists anymore). My notes say that Susan A. Gould (Ezra's wife) was born in Middle Town, Rhode Island , September 7, 1820 After Charles E. Ramsdell I have Daniel Gould Ramsdell born in Scituate, RI, January 30, 1852 and died in Vincennes, Indiana July 1, 1869 at the age of ll years and 4 months and Horace D. Ramsdell born in Cranston, R.I. May 31, 1856 and John Ramsdell born in Philadelphia, Penn. February 5, 1860 and died in Vincennes, Indiana May 2, 1861, at the age of 15 months and 21 days old. and Walter Thompson Ramsdell born August 31, 1862 in Vincennes, Indiana and died July 9, 1864, in Vincennes. These notes are handwritten. I do have a typewritten list and some of the dates differ a wee bit. What I find more interesting than names and dates is how they made their living , the stories, their illnesses, education, talents, etc. Were they musical, artistic., scientific, etc. Do you know any of the stories connected to any of the people listed? If so I would very much appreciate hearing them. Is anyone adding to the Ramsdell genealogy to bring it up to date? Thank-you again for all the information you have sent to me. What a windfall! Which Ramsdell are you associated with? Sincerely, Dorothy

From: Tanja4454@aol.com
Date: Fri, 11 Feb 2000 19:16:21 EST
Subject: Ramsdell lineage

Dear Sir, I am the daughter of Marion Ellen Ramsdell Wisotsky whose grandfather was Lewis Grant Ramsdell of Lubec, Maine....he was born in 1870 and married Elizabeth Burns of Maine. We do not know much more than my mom thought his father's name was Elijah. From the most magnificent work you have put together, I have been trying to see how we fit in the Lubec scheme. From all your work I think we are either from John (3) Ramsdell , son of Timothy (b. 1785) or from Timothy's brother, Ebenezer's lineage, which could be the case. They seem to think Elijah was married to a Sarah, which doesn't follow on Timothy's side even with the two Sarah wives of Elijah,the following names didn't fit. Do you have any info at all or where I can look to check on Ebenezer' 2 side? You are obviously a genius and VERY hard worker to have found all that you did!!! kWe would appreciate nay help at all in this matter.....my address is TANJA4454@aol.com and my phone is 805-498-4441...... thank you very much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

From: "Dutch Ramsdell" bdutchram@ees.eesc.com
Subject: Ramsdell
Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2000 09:32:06 -0500

Good Morning My name is Richard Ramsdell. I was born in Stockbridge, Michigan in 1942. I currently live in Romeo, Michigan. I can go back in family history in the following style. My father's name was Paul Cecil Ramsdell (1913-19750 My grandfather was Guy Jay Ramsdell (born Ramsdill) 1884-1938, Guy had two brothers, Miles (1885-1950's) and Orson (1888-1948) and a sister, Grace (1890-1918). All were born in Stockbridge, My great grandfather was Van Rensaler Ramsdill (1845-1895). He had 6 brothers and sisters. The ones I am aware of are Newton (1848-1907), Stillman (1846-1965), who may have died in the Civil War, Ella and John. Newton had one child, Daniel Ramsdill. Ella and John I don't know. All lived and died, or are at least buried, in the Stockbridge area. Except that I don't know about Ella and John. My great great grandfather was Rensaler Ramsdill. He moved from Genesee County, New York in 1835, Homesteaded in Monroe Country, Michigan, near the village of Dundee. He married Christian Sanford the same year, in Monroe County and, some how or other, eventually wound up in the Stockbridge area. I believe his father's name was Rueben Ramsdill. Rensaler had at least one brother, Alfred Ramsdill, who also settled in the Stockbridge area and pehaps another, Moses, who settled near Grand Rapids, Michigan, specifically, Alpine Township. Rensaler lived from 1812 to 1899. Alfred from 1817-1866 and Moses from 1809-1890. Whether we are connected to the rest of the Ramsdells, et al, I don't know. Would appreciate it if you let me know whether there's a connection. Thank you Dutch Ramsdell bdutchram@ees.eesc.com

From: Leeorton@aol.com
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2000 23:14:14 EST
Subject: Ramsdell

Has anyone been able to prove that Joseph Ramsdell had two sons? Somewhere in the back of my mind, I seem to recall that this was an issue regarding Josephs will and the wording of it. The reason I am interested is that Content Ramsdell is said to be of my line and I think that she is also said to be part of Joseph Ramsdell's descendents. I have tried to go to your mystery pages but my computer was not able to make a connection. Rita at leeorton@aol.com

From: "jeff and lindsay denham" jldenham@telusplanet.net
Subject: Ramsdale GENEOLOGY
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2000 04:21:26 -0700

I'M NEW AT THIS RESERCHING THING, BUT I AM LOOKING FOR INFO REGARDING A MIRIAM LOUISE Ramsdale (BORN APRIL 22, 1902 IN PETERBOROUGH, ENG AND IMMIGRATED TO VICTORIA, CANADA 1908). HER PARENTS, WHO I AM ALSO SEEKING INFO FOR, ARE FREDRICK GEORGE WATTS Ramsdale (BORN MARCH 31, 1864) AND HANNAH PAYNE(BORN OCT 12, 1867). IF YOU HAPPEN TO KNOW ANYTHING, I WOULD APPRECIATE IT!!! LINDSAY DENHAM Date: Sun, 30 Jan 2000 19:42:23 -0500

From: Ethelind Wright ethelind@gateway.net
Subject: Ramsdell in Lubec

In your database, you have Martha Basley married to Samuel Ramsdell (#577) and Martha J. Basley married to Lemuel Ramsdell (#945) on the same date. The Lubec records have the marriage to Lemuel (not Samuel). Also, the 1811 Lubec census has a widow Sarah who appears to be Sarah (Newhall) Ramsdell but you have her husband William (#137) dying in Essex, Essex, MA in 1817. Since the children are in Lubec in 1811 and were is Eastport for several years before (no move, Lubec was incorp. in 1811 from part of Eastport), I suspect either the death is a different William OR she lived as a widow while her husband lived in MA. IF it's the right Sarah, she has an additional daughter, Hannah, born in Eastport 17 May 1788. Hannah had a daughter Sophia born in Eastport 9 Oct 1808, then married (int 01 Jan 1812) Matthew Lyon and had 9 childrenby him.

From: "Marty Martinek" marsun@peganet.com
Subject: Noah Ramsdell
Date: Tue, 25 Jan 2000 15:32:21 -0500

I am another descendant of Noah Ramsdell . My cousin who researched this shown Mary Batten s father was Christopher Batten. The Ramsdells married into the Robinson family down the line around 1800 and my grandmother was a Robinson . Regards Donald Martinek phone: (941)637-1418 fax: (941)637-6521

From: MELODY401@aol.com
Date: Mon, 24 Jan 2000 16:14:13 EST
Subject: Re: Ramsdells

Hi Ross, Just visited your site on Familysearch. Very nice and a thorough job. Question? I have never found any info on Mary Wares wo married Moses Ramsdell 1 Oct 1743 in Mendon MA. Do you have any info on her? Mary Ellen Wright

From: "Neil & Rosemary Merckens" neilrose@mail1.gulfcoast.net
Subject: Horace, Joseph, Jacob, Valentine Ramsdell - Ohio
Date: Mon, 24 Jan 2000 11:51:01 -0500

Seeking info on a father and sons who came to Ohio before 1812. They defended Marblehead Peninsula against the savages at start of War of 1812. Valentine (16 years) died in the attack. Salima Wolcott, b. 1798 in Danbury CT m. Joseph Ramsdell 1816 in Huron County, Ohio. When Joseph died at Bloomingville, OH she wed his widowed brother, Jacob Ramsdell. Her sister, Phoebe Wolcott b. 1796 Catskill, N.Y., wed Truman Pettibone 1814, Newburgh, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Their son, Albert wed ___________Ramsdell. In a letter from Eli Barnum, 18 March 1813 to Zalmon Wildman of Danbury Conn. there is reference to the Ramsdells: " Mr. Mix, who lived on the Peninsula last Summer, have been living on there this Winter keeping Cattle, with two of Mrs. Ramsdall's sons." also "When I wrote you last Autumn Mr. Ramsdall wished me to ask you if you would take back one of the lots of land you sold him. I think it was Lot No. 16 or 17. He said the times was so hard on him that he did not see how he could pay you for all the land he had contracted for. The old gengelman felt almost discouraged. He was then lame from a wound he had received in an engagement on the Peninsula with the Savages, and the loss of his youngest son at the time filled him with grief. I conclude he felt different than he would if he had not left his son weltering in his blood and his body to be mangled by the tomohawk and scalping knife. Mr. Ramsdall lives at present with his family at Grand River on the Purchase." A monument in tribute to the slain stands in Danbury Twp. near the site of the attack and just west of the home of first settler, Benajah Wolcott whose grandson Albert married a Ramsdell. If you have any information of this Ramsdell branch, I will appreciate it. Thank you. Rosemary Merckens P.O.Box 27, Marblehead, OH 43440 -or- 900 Hickapoochee J8, Labelle, FL 33935 neilrose@mail1.gulfcoast.net Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2000 17:18:36 -0500

From: "Raymond T. Wing" raymond.wing@snet.net
Subject: George Ramsdell & Eunice Burnell

I recently found your Ramsdell site which I greatly appreciated. I wanted to ask you about Eunice Burnell, wife of George Ramsdell (6) (Jonathan (5, 4, 3) Isaac (2), John(1)). Your records stated she was born in 1758. According to the Nantucket VRs (from the Folger Collection), Eunice was the daughter of Jonathan Burnell & Deborah Barker. Deborah was born in Sandwich, MA on 6 OCT 1712, the daughter of Samuel Barker & Deborah Wing (Sandwich VRs I:94). It is unlikely (but possible) that Deborah would have given birth to a child in 1758, when she would have been 46 years of age. What was your source of information for her birthdate of 1758? I am in the process of tracing all male & female descendants of John & Deborah (Bachiler) Wing and have started a website (using UFT) at: http://www.uftree.com/UFT/WebPages/RaymondWing/WINGDESC/index.htm I would appreciate hearing from you. Raymond T. Wing Middletown, CT

From: Fges@aol.com
Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2000 15:11:06 EST
Subject: William Ramsdall

I am looking for information on William Ramsdell who married Margaret Shields on November 30, in Brookville, PA. They had five children, two of which died at birth, the other three were Ethel, Harry, and David. After marrying Margaret they lived in Loleta, PA, Sheffield, PA and Marienville, PA. The only other information I have on William is that he had seven brothers. I hope you can help me. Gail Gesin Date: Sun, 09 Jan 2000 21:31:40 -0500

From: "frank sanders,jr." fes@kear.net
Subject: Ramsdell Query

Nice Site!Heres another Ramsdell mystery,if you like:Ebene(zer)P.Sanders Marr.Jane Parthena Young Aug.29,1852,Montpelier,Vt.Birth certs 1st 3 children lists her name as"Young".B.C.s for children after that lists her name as "Ramsdell".SAME lady.She b.Compton,P.Q.1836;d.Barre,Vt.1906.Most children b.Lowell,Vt.Ive been looking since 1960s.Happy 2000-Frank Sanders,Jr.fes@kear.net

From: ehadley@involved.com (Elizabeth Hadley)
Subject: S. D Ramsdell
Date: Sat, 8 Jan 2000 14:41:39 -0800

I am looking for any information on an S. D. Ramsdell who served on the USS New Ironsides during The Civil War (c.1863. he may have resided for a time in Pittston, Maine, or somehow was associated with Pittston.

From: "Marilyn Gardiner" m-gardiner@mindspring.com
Subject: Ramsdell Query
Date: Fri, 31 Dec 1999 06:35:44 -0500

I have a Lucy, dau. of SETH Ramsdell, b. 23 Nov 1803 in Lunenburg, MA; m. 10 Jan 1822 to Sylvanus Holden of Shirley, MA and d. 7 Feb 1891. Sylvanus and Lucy had 4 chn.: John Ramsdell Holden, Seth Ramsdell Holden, Augusta Ann Holden and Henry Melvin Holden - b. bet.1825 & 1832. I have no wife or parents for Seth Ramsdell; any information on them would be appreciated. TIA, Lyn

From: shogun630@webtv.net (Herbert Adams)
Date: Wed, 29 Dec 1999 20:55:22 -0500 (EST)
Subject: James Adams m Priscillah Ramsdell

Hi Ross: James Adams was an indentured servant whose services were sold to the Saugus Iron Works by the King of England as a result of his capture by Oliver Cromwell at the Battle of Dunbar (in Scotland) on 3 Sep 1650. This is a battle that the Scots should have won, but didn't. He was shipped to the Colony of Massachusetts on the "Unity" arr. 1651. I have Scot prisoners indentured to the Saugus Iron Works by the King of England on both sides of my paternal lineage. James Adams on the Adams side, and Thomas Kelton on the Holden side. There is also a direct line to 4 Mayflower Passengers on both sides of my Paternal lineage as well as a direct connect to both of the earliest Holden immigrants on each side. Justinian on my Holden side, and Randall on my Adams side. Hope you are feeling well and overcoming your health problems. Have a HEALTHY and Happy New Year. Herb Adams

From: HR4782@aol.com
Date: Sun, 19 Dec 1999 18:06:12 EST
Subject: Ramsdell

Hi, Looking for information into Henry Ernest Ramsdell born late 1800's or early 1900'sThank you

From: AJHebb@aol.com
Date: Thu, 16 Dec 1999 20:43:59 EST
Subject: Ramsdell...

...and what I found out My Grandfathers full name was Lyman Stanley Ramsdell...he was born dec 24th, 1895 he died in 1969 my dad dont know the month or day. He married Ruth Myree Long she was born May 1st, 1895 and died in 1980. He had a sister named Anna Madge Ramsdell she was born Nov 19th, 1929 and died in 1982 or 1983. I am gonna ask him again if he remembers his grandpas name and see if he knows it or not. MY mom has a Ramsdell book somewhere arround the house but she has to find it. Well I hope that is good for you. My dads full name is William Stanley Ramsdell, He was born Nov 25, 1931. He asked if you have any Ramsdells traced back to Devils lake MI? Well if you need any more info let me know. You have my premission to do what you like with the info.Judi

From: "Jean Partlow"
Subject: Re: William Ramsdell in Portsmouth, NH 1850 census
Date: Wed, 1 Dec 1999 15:44:21 -0800

Hi Ross: Thank you very much for your response. Do you have any Ramsdells in Milford, Hillsboro, NH? or in Portsmouth, Rockingham, NH or in Somerville, MA? According to my grandmother's journal, William had a brother with the initial "N" in Somerville, MA. Thank you, Jean Partlow p.s. In our local genealogy library (Orange County, California) I found an old book, "Genealogy and Family History of the State of NH" Ezra S. Stearns, Lewis Publishing, 1908." It has the genealogy of a William H. Ramsdell, but no mention of the birthplace of Maine (the Maine birthplace is confirmed by the 1850 census).

From: "Jean Partlow"
Subject: William Ramsdell in Portsmouth, NH 1850 census
Date: Tue, 30 Nov 1999 16:06:13 -0800

Do you have any additional information on the William Ramsdell in the 1850 census? I found them in Portsmouth, Rockingham County, NH 1850 William Ramsdell, age 29, farmer b. Maine Sarah J. age 22 James W.3 John K? 2 Mary J. 1 Edward H. 3/12 Nathaniel H. 3/12 According to my grandmother's journal, William and Sarah were divorced, in the 1860 census, my great grandfather, Fred E. White was living in Portsmouth, in foster care, I think. I know also that James W. took the name of White. Any comments or suggestions? Thank you, Jean Partlow

From: "Jim McHugh"
Subject: Ramsdell QUERY
Date: Mon, 29 Nov 1999 15:23:01 -0500

I came across your web page while searching for ancestors... I came across a name I had been researching: VORANUS COFFIN CURTIS, born about 1863, at Harrington, Washington County, ME, married MARCELLA Ramsdell, also of Harrington, ME. I found an exceprt from the ELLSWORTH AMERICAN, dated 17 Jun 1880, announcing their marriage took place on 9 Jun 1880, performed by Rev G.G. Winslow. I think Voranus Curtis is a brother to my g-g grandfather, Charles E. Curtis. Do you have any more information on him? Any information would be immensely appreciated. Thank you. Sincerely, Jim Mc.

From: DON BROWN
Subject: Happy 4th & More Ramsdell's
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 19:46:21 -0700

Hi Ramsdell Gang, Happy 4th of July. I thought I'd send along some more Ramsdell families still in the search which we have not found thier roots. Hopefully, they will ring a bell with someone. 1. WALLACE W Ramsdell. No dates known Spouse: Mary Ramsdell, no known data. They had 13 children but only 3 are known, as follows; a. Ida Ramsdell, married Tom Scott, no other data. b. Fanny Ramsdell, Married ___Farmer, no other data. c. CLyde Chester Ramsdell, born 28 Mar 1883, Racine, Wi. He married Nona Thompson (spouse 1) in Greeely, Colo in 1919. Nona died in 1918 . They had the following children. (1) (clyde?) Cecil Ramsdell, born 11 Apr 1911, died 1991. He married Rachel, no kids. (2) Millard Arthur Ramsdell, born 28 Mar 1915, North Port, Nebr. He died 19 Jan 1997, Eugene, Ore. He married Cathryn May Eaton on 21 Hun 1939. She was born 3 Nov 1916, Wendall, Idaho. They had 3 children. (a) Carol Ann Ramsdell, born 20 Oct 1943, Alameda, Calif. She married Tom McBride and have 3 children. (b) Susan K Ramsdell, born 28 Jun 1947, Coose Bay, Ore. She has 1 child, Rhys, born 22 Dec 1982. (c) Steve Ramsdell, born 16 Dec 1949, Eugene, Ore. He married Loralee Colton, they have 3 children. (spouse 2, Clyde Chester Ramsdell). He married Mary Zickefoose. The have the the following children . (d) Jack Ramsdell, born 15 May 1922 (e) Shirley Ramsdell, born 1924, died 1938, North Bend, Ore. If anyone has any info let Susan Ramsdell know (akrams@harborside.com ) and, don't forget me. 2. Parents unknown, however they had the following children. a. Claire Ramsdell b. Phillip Clayton Ramsdell c. Verne Bryant Ramsdell, he died in 1928. He married Annie Francis Kidney, she died in 1928. They had 6 children, 5 are known as follows. (1) Norma Ramsdell(deceased) (2) Dorothy Ramsdell (3) Neal Ramsdell (4) Earl Ramsdell (5) Verne Francis Ramsdell, born 2 Jun 1924, died 2 Mar 1996. He married Wanda Gertrude Yelverton. They have the following children. (a) Charolette Anne Ramsdell (Hinkle) (b) Verna Kay Ramsdell (Benton) If you have a hit let Charlotte know at gigifillie@aol.com. Me too. 3. HORACE CHADWICK Ramsdell. Born 1900, Saugus, Mass. Died 1962, Saugus, Mass. He married Martha MacKay. She was born 1900, Lowell, Mass and died 1982, Saugus, Mass. They had 2 known children. (1) Judith Ramsdell, born 1930, Saugus, Mass. Twin to Jason. (2) Jason A. Ramsdell, born 1930, Saugus, Mass. Died 1985, Saugus, Mass. He married Janice Newcomb. She was born 1931, Swampscott, Mass. They had the following children. (a) Jonathan Ramsdell, born 1955, Saugus, Mass (b) Jill Ramsdell, born 1959, Saugus, Mass. Note: They may be descendants of Abednego Ramsdell, born 11 Sep 1750, Lynn, Mass. He died in Apr 1775 in the Battle of Concord. If anything looks familiar drop Jonathan Ramsdell a note at jpr@cybertours.com, and me too. Again. Happy 4th, I'm going fishing, I'm outa-here. Don

From: "Ramsdell, Joseph
Subject: searching for Ramsdells
Date: Wed, 9 Jun 1999 13:10:02 -0400

Hi Ross I'm Joseph Knight Ramsdell (b1954). I've been trying to track back my ancestors and seem to have hit a dead end. father: Earl Weston Ramsdell (b 10/3/32); only son of Joseph Henry Ramsdell & Jeanette Blanch LeBlond grandfather: Joseph Henry Ramsdell (b 5/06/12 in South Portland Me.; d 10/14/83 in Standish me.); brother was Arthur Weston Ramsdell gg father: Arthur Addison Ramsdell (b July 14,1881 in Falmouth Me; d 8/19/54; wife Lydia Ann Wright ggg father: Joseph Henry Ramsdell; from Portland Me at time of his mother's death; ownly child of Caroline & unknown Ramsdell from her first marriage any information would be appreciated Thanks Joe Ramsdell

From: ramsell@alpha5.nscl.msu.edu
Subject: Ramsell Genealogy
Date: Sat, 15 May 1999 16:37:55 -0400

Ross Andrews, My name is Chris Ramsell and I have been researching my Ramsell Family roots. We found your name on a York County, Maine - Genealogy Web site. It said that you had researched Ramsdell and all variations of that Surname in Cemetery, census, and probate records. I would love to talk to you a bit and find out what you have learned. Specifically I'm interested in any Ramsells in Maine about 1840 or earlier. The oldest ancestor that we've been able to trace was Moses Swett Ramsell born June 6 or 9th 1831 supposidly near Bangor Maine. His parents may have been Eunice Eastman and Benjamin Ramsell, however we have not located these two in any documents. We've started thinking that we may need to research all Ramsell's and Ramsdells in early Maine in order to find his parents. In doing this we ran across a book called "Maine Cemetery Inscriptions of York County Vol.4" which showed a cemetery in Parsonsfield that is full of Ramsell children. Although Moses was supposidly born in Maine, our Ramsells migrated to Ohio, Iowa, Colorado, Calif, and Washington State. You can see our entire Tree on our web site at: http://zebu.cvm.msu.edu/~RamsellK/ Please contact us if you have any information, Chris and Katrina Ramsell

From: "GREG M OVERIN"
Subject: Ramsdell Query
Date: Fri, 14 May 1999 07:12:36 -0700

Hi. My name is Johnna Overin. I have a grandmother whose maiden name is Ramsdell. She was born in 1912, she just turned 87 yesterday. Her dad's name is John Ramsdell. I'm not sure when he was born or died. Her mother's name is Mary Alice Matilda Wilbur. I'm not sure about when she was born or died either. My grandmother also had two sisters that were quite a bit older than her named Hattie and Marion. She also mentioned a brother that died in infancy. I believe his name was Alfred. I am going to be talking to her soon to find out more. I also believe her parents were from Rhode Island. Not positive, but that's what my dad told me. His middle name is Ramsdell. When I get more information, I'll let you know. Johnna

From: Dixie L. Mock
Subject: Ramsdill
Date: Tue, 4 May 1999 20:02:07 -0700

My grand father was named Donizetti Arsinus Ramsdill---Bornsept.22 1873 Chaska,Minn died June 26 ,1937 Superior,Wisc. Married Kitty Bell Conner later married again and had 3 sons. Do you have anything on this family. My mother was a daughter from the first marriage, her name was Ethel Irene Ramsdill Thank you for letting me pick your brain and research. dixie2@mcn.net Out in Montana

From: John DeVinney
Subject: Ramsdell Sisters
Date: Thu, 15 Apr 1999 00:31:09 -0500

I am trying to connect Sarah and Lydia Ramsdell (sisters) who married two Lockwood brothers, Edward and Horace. This was in 1839 and 1844 respectively. They appeared to be from the Huron County area of Ohio, Sarah had two children and settled there. Lydia moved south to Dayton and had 5 children with Horace. I have the Lockwood ancesters, and I may have the sisters mothers name but not the Father's. I would appreciate any help. You have a great web site and you should be proud of the service that you are providing. I will pray for your recovery from this strange affliction.

From: "Geraldine Trinrud
Date: Thu, 1 Apr 1999 13:47:02 -0600 13:43:16 -0600

Sylvia Ramsdell and Erastus Ramsdell were living in Marion, Wi. in 1880 as were at least two of their children. I am searching for Ramsdell for a lady in Lakewood, Wi. I am the family historian for Waupaca County where Marion, Wi. is located. They had a son Daniel who was very influential in Marion, Wi. and Waupaca County. Sincerely, Geraldine Trinrud Scandinavia, Wi. 54977

From: britnic@pacbell.net
Date: Mon, 29 Mar 1999 19:47:19 -0800
Subject: Ramsdell Query-Winslow Ramsdell

Have read most information on these Ramsdells. My ggggrandfather was Winslow Ramsdell, born about 1813 in Falmouth, Cumberland, ME. He married Hannah Knight in 1835 in Windham, Cumberland, ME. He was in Oxford Co., ME in early 1840's, in Banjor ME in about 1855 and to Winnebago Illinois in early 1860. Cannot figure who is parents were (maybe Job and Peace since her family line were Winslows???) They had 3 living sons (Nathanie {my gggrandfather)l, Reuben and Charles) and one living daughter (Lucy). Does anyone have any information??

From: "Richard Sumin"
Subject: Gap Info
Date: Tue, 23 Feb 1999 11:36:13 -0800

Ross: The following information is taken from the family bible or from ME. & NV. news clippings. Unfortunately, there are no dates on the clippings.But according to the way they are written, one can tell if the articles are from a NV. or ME. newspapers. I will reference the following material with (b) bible or (n) newspaper. Robert & Elizaabeth Ramsdell, no dates or bios, (n) children of above: Mary Ramsdell (no info) (n) Mrs.Charles Thompson (no info) (n) Ira B. Ramsdell, born 1825, Gray, Me.- died 1899, Biddeford Me., married Sarah W. Emerson, (Sarah 67 yrs.@death), dau. of Capt. Bradley & Mary Emerson. (n) Ebenezer Blanchard Ramsdell,born 1826, Gray, Me., died 26 Jan. 1886, S.F.CA., buried in NV.(b & death certf.), married, (21 Mar.1864) Nancy Rhodes Emerson (dau. of Eben D.(born 25 Jan. 1814, Lyman, ME. died 1897.Biddeford, ME. & Susan (Suzan) Rhodes,born 1814, died 1 Dec. 1893, Biddeford. Susan's father name was Jacob Rhodes and her brother was also Jacob. (n) Ebenezer had been CA. from 1852 to 1864, rtnd. to Biddeford for visit & marriage.(n) & rtns to NV. as a merchant or shop keeper. Ebenezer & Nancy's children, Luella, Charles B., Daisey (stillborn), Ida Myrtle & Adrian. Ida Myrtle always claimed we were related to Ralph Waldo Emerson,but I do not think the family ever belived her, but that is another line to chase. I have just recently recieved the copies of the family info and most likely missed some clues. If further perusal developes additional info, I will update you. Richard

From: "A. Ernest Weeks
Date: Fri, 26 Feb 1999 23:14:32 -0700
Subject: Re: Ramsdell Query

Hi Ross - Thanks for your prompt reply to my inquiry about Polly Ramsdell. I was gone for a few days so have delayed this thank you. I am also providing you with more information about Polly; Polly's father is probably Isaac Ramsdell b. abt 1782 at St Johnsbury, Caledonia, Vermont and his wife was Polly Potter b abt 1786 at St Johnsbury, Caledonia, Vermont As note d earlier Polly married Lyman Weeks and was the mother of the following children (Weeks): Dorcus Maria b. abt 1832 at Walden, Caledonia, Vermont Edwin George b. 6 Oct 1833 at Danville, Caledonia, Vermont Rhoda b. abt 1835/37 at Peacham, Caledonia, Vermont Phileman b. 1 Apr 1839 at Peacham, Caledonia, Vermont Leonard J. b. 12 Un 1842 at Peacham, Caledonia, Vermont Sarah b. 1846 at Peacham, Caledonia, Vermont Abbie b. 1848 at Peacham, Caledonia, Vermont Perhaps this information may be helpful in matching Polly with someone in your records. Thanks for your assistance. Ernie

From Curt & Denece Larsen Date: Fri, 16 Oct 1998

Albert Ramsdell Born about 1846 around Davenport Iowa.

From Claude Villee - Date: Thu, 15 Oct 1998I

am searching for information on a Lois Ramsdell who married Francis Hammond in either Pembroke or Scituate, MA on 22 Feb 1807 (also recorded as 22 Jul 1807). She was born around 1785 and died around 1850. I have been unable to link her in to any of the Ramsdells who lived in the Scituate-Pembroke-Abington area in the 1700s. Do you have any information on her? Also, is it possible that Lois is an alternate spelling for Louisa? Thanks for any help.

From Glenda Mattoon - Date: Tue, 14 Apr 98

I'm searching for Welcome Ramsdell of Cumberland County, ME. Family sources say he was born Aug. 1837 in Charles River, MA. (I have no proof of this.) My first recorded find is in Cumberland County Intentions of Marriage - "Welcome Ramsdell and Adiline Eudora Brown" 15 Feb 1864. The marriage return reflects "20 Feb 1864, Welcome Ramsden and Adeline E. Brown". In 1870 they were in Bay City, Michigan; 1873 Cleveland, Ohio, where they divorced in 1876. Welcome died in 1905 in Cleveland. Their only son was William Weston Ramsdell, on whom I have most available information. If you have anything on Welcome, please let me know. If you would like further info., I'll gladly share all I have.

From SUSAN L. FRITZ -  Date: Tue, 7 Apr 1998

I'm searching for ALBERT Ramsdell ???? daughter LILLIAN MAY Ramsdell B/4 DEC 1876....D/16apr1939....married GEORGE E. HANEY married 13 apr 1897... any help would be great...

From Jeff Leary - Date: Tue, 24 Mar 1998

I am very interested in finding some information on my Great Grandfather Ivory Ramsdell who was born in York , Maine approx. 1822. He married Suzanne Fitzgerald and had a son, Charles Greenleaf Ramsdell, in Canaan Me. on July 5, 1846. The only record we have Ivory's possible father is the sale of land to his son (Ivory) by a Solomon Ramsdell in York Me. 1840.....But if this is the right ivory ...why did he move to Canaan?

From Arlene Godfrey - Date: Mon, 23 Mar 1998

I have just started to get back into researching my Ramsdell lines, so of course I was delighted and surprised when I found your web site. The ancestor that I have been having trouble with is Ebenezer son of Gideon and Paty born April. 11, 1805. You have completely ommited him from the list of their children. His name appears on page 337 Vital stats. for Lynn Mass. My problem is finding proof that he is indeed the same Ebenezer that married Lavinia Roberts of Seabrook NH. about 1828 +/-. They show up in Kensington NH about 1830 and had ten children.  He died 1869 and place of birth was given as Lynn MA. but no parents names are listed. The only Ebenezer born in Lynn at that time is listed as a son of Gideon and Paty.

From Paula Harvard - Date: Sat, 21 Mar 1998 1

I'm searching for more information about Alvin Ramsdell of North Lubec, Maine. He married Barbara Searles. They had five children: Victor, Iva, Anne, Leah, and Winfield. Victor was my grandfather. The family owned and ran several sardine packing factories by 1940, which were sold when they moved to Florida. If you know of this family and can add any information, particularly about Alvin and his parents/siblings I'd appreciate hearing from you.

From Jonathan Ramsdell - Date: Sun, 08 Mar 1998

I'm Jonathan P.Ramsdell. Dad was Jason Alan Ramsdell, from Cliftondale (part of Saugus, MA). Paternal grandfather was Horace Chadwick Ramsdell, also of Saugus. My Dad died 11/5/85. He had a sister, who is still very much alive, Judith Boal, of Marblehead, MA. Also a brother, Chadwick, now of Florida (somewhere). Many grandchildren & great grandchildren. My aunt Judy probably would be happy to talk to you about the family.

From Linda Ramsdell Davis - Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998

My name is Linda Ramsdell and I would like to do some research on my family and I have visited your site but I feel lost. I do not know where to start. When my uncle was alive he did some research but I have lost the papers. What I do know is; My grandfather's name was Cleveland H. ( i think Henry) Ramsdell born in 1900 died in 1981 I believe, he resided in Burlington Ma in later years. My father Francis Cleveland Ramsdell was born in 1915 in Sumerville, Ma and died in Florida 1992. I have alot of relatives in Kittery Me. one being Eber and Corrine Ramsdell. One of my aunts was Milldred Ramsdell and married Linville Ramsdell. I know my uncle Robert Ramsdell had alot of records and I wish I had taken better care of them of course being older now I appreciate that. If you could direct me in the right direction or if you don't  want to bother I will understand. Thanks

From Joan Page - Date: Sat, 03 Jan 98 

I am interested in finding information on Philemon Ramsdell and his son David Smith Ramsdell, born 19 May 1860 at Barnstable, Massachusetts. David married Georgia Ann Varney 18 Jan 1882 at Worcester, Mass. Do you have information on this family's ancestry. Thanks.

From Heather Waddingham - Date: Thu, 13 Nov 1997

I have a Elizabeth Ramsdell who was married to Jacob SIRLES. In the 1851 Campobello NB Census she was listed as aged 35. Her children were as follows: William 13, Dorothy 11, Nathan 9 Charles 7, Ulda 3, Elizabeth 2 months. Jacob was aged 42, all were "natives" of Campobello, NB.

I have extensive info on Williams descendants and have a contact for Dorothy's. If we can make a connection, please let me know I would love to exchange notes...

From Stephanie Walker - Date: Sat, 04 Oct 1997

Looking for information on the vital records, ancestors/descendants of
Nathan Ramsdell, m. Mary Phips 9/30/1725 at Middlesex Co., MA. Said to be
son of Ephraim. Would you know anything about this family?

From Carolyn Martino - Date: Tue, 23 Sep 1997

I looked at the IGI Vitals for Ramsdell and have a possible mystery (at least for my brain). There was an Alonzo Ramsdell who married Emeline Perry April 24, 1853 in Portland. Now - - as our Emeline Perry Ramsdell married in 1901 - perhaps she was named after her grandmother or some family relative.

From John L. Scherer - Date: Wed, 3 Sep 1997

Saw your wonderful information on the Ramsdell family on the internet. I see you use Roots IV. I am still using Roots III. I find it easier than Roots IV. I will be switching to Ultimate Family Tree when I get a more powerful computer.

How does Noah Ramsdell, born in 1706, married Mary Batten 10 Oct 1738, in Lynn, MA fit into the picture? He had a son Meshack Ramsdell, born in 14 March 1746/7, in Lynn, MA (also had sons Shadrack and Abednego), died 27 Oct 1800, in Roxbury, MA, married 2 May 1768, in Lynn, MA, to Sarah Young, born 20 June 1748, in Lynn, MA, died 1 January 1804, in Roxbury, MA.

Meshack (1746/7-1800) and Sarah Young (1748-1804) Ramsdell had a son Meshack Ramsdell born 19 May 1771, in Lynn, MA who married 7 July 1791, in Enfield, CT to Triphena Simons, born 1772, in Enfield, CT.

I have found no further mention of Meshack and Tryphena Simons Ramsdale (as they spelled it). However, their daughter, Tryphena, born in Connecticut in 1793 married John Betts (1789-1853) of Saratoga and Fulton County, New York sometime around 1811. I therefore assume that the Ramsdale family must have come to the area of Saratoga County, New York for their daughter Tryphena to have met and married John Betts. Meshack and Tryphena do not show up in census records. They must have died and been buried someplace, but I can't find them anyplace. They appear to have dropped off the face of the earth. This has been driving me crazy.

There is a family of Moses Ramsdale that settled in Oneida County, New York in the 1790s, and Mary Ramsdale wife of Kimball Ramsdale came to Saratoga County in the 1790s with three of her sons, William, Jonathan and Silas. One source has indicated that Mary was a Ramsdell, herself, daughter of Noah of Lynn, which would make her an aunt to my Meshack (1771-??). I note, however, that you have a different Mary married to Kimball.

HELP!!!

From Karen Small - Date: Sat, 16 Aug 1997

Great job with the site! I have been corresponding with a lady whom I sure you recogonize, Hazel Nolan.She is also doing research on Ramsdell surname with regards to Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick (GM) I have a Stephen Ramsdell who married one Jane Ellison and then walked... Does he show up in any of your records? Those on GM seem to have been here quite some time and looks like more than one branch were here.

From Janet from Maine - Date: Wed, 30 Apr 1997

I’m in the great state of Maine, Bangor. Had a dusting of snow Monday but sunny and nice today. Yesterday I got a book, Maine Made Guns and Their Makers by Dwight B. Demeritt, Jr., and chapter 6 deals with my line of Ramsdells and confirms what I initially thought that Charles V. Ramsdell was indeed the father of Charles S. He also confirms what I knew in that both father and son were gunsmiths in Bangor in the 1860’s. Charles V. Was Bangor’s best-known 19th century gunsmith and provided rifles for a number of Maine soldiers who were entering Maine’s First Company of Sharpshooters, organized in 1861. This company became Company D of Colonel Hiram Berdan’s 2nd Regiment of U.S. Sharpshooters. Incidentally Charles V. took one of his guns and committed suicide in 1886 in his shop, vivid details in the newspaper. The book does tell me that Charles V, John H, Seth and Frank were brothers and Charles V. was born in St. Albans, Maine in 1821. My next step is to pursue the St. Albans info for Charles V. father. Some fun! Thought you might be interested in this.(Follow-up from Tue, 10 Mar 1998)
Haven't spoken with you for a while. I finally traced my Charles V. Ramsdell back to Warren Ramsdell (as you put me on the track a while back). From the Maine Somerset County 1850 census I found the three brothers as mentioned in DeMerritt's book--Charles, Seth, and John--living with Warren in Ripley. My question to you is from your website, which line is Warren from? Do you know?

From Jacqui & Danny O'Sullivan - Date: Wed, 30 Apr 97

I have been into your WebSite and see you have a Adonoram Judson Ramsdell in your list of family names and this person was my GG Grand father. He arrived in Australia from Massatuchesses at an early age. He married Grace Mclean in Victoria, Australia. His son was Warren David who married Katheleen Jolley in New South Wales, Australia. Adonaram Judson dropped the Adonaram and called himself Judson Ramsdell. Judson died in 1916 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and is buried in the Coburg Cemetery. Warren and Kathleen Ramsdell had a male child named Edward John who married Ida Avis Tindale in New South Wales, Australia. Edward John died in 1993 in Lakes Entrance, Victoria, Australia. Edward and Ida had a female child who is Pauline Claire who married Kevin Austin Shine. They had a female child who is Jacqueline Margaret who married Stephen Daniel O'Sullivan. And that is me. I would be very pleased to help you out with all the Australian information and any other information I may come across. (This is a follow-up from Tue, 06 May 97)Adonoram Judson Ramsdell was born in Newton (Newtonville), about 12 miles west of Boston in Massachusetts on February 4, 1842, to Joshua and Frances. On September 17, 1861, he enlisted at Readville as a private in CO. M. 1st Regiment US Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry. On January 26, 1864, he re-enlisted in the Independant Battalion of Massachusses Vol. Cav. Under Major Stevens at Hilton Head Island, South Carolina (where Fort Walker is situated) and was then transferred to Co. M, 4th Regiment USV Cav. On February 24 he was promoted to Corporal and on September 25 was promoted to Quater-master Sergeant. According to his Commonwealth of Massachussets military record, he was honorably mustered out at Boston Harbour, Mass., on November 14, 1864. However, on his pension application he states he was honorably discharged at Richmond, Virginia, November 14th, 1865.

Adoniram is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, with sandy complexion, hazel eyes and brown hair and that his occupation was a carpenter. His weight was 180lbs. He had a tattoo of his initials within a circle on his right arm.

After his discharge he stated that he lived in Washington DC until about 1869 beofre returning to Newton. On June 15, 1871, he was married in Providence, Rhode Island, to Adelaide Augusta Rumrell who was living in Watertown, a bout four miles north of Newton, Mass., at the time by Congregational pastor Edward Bartlett. She had been born in New York City to Artemas and Hannah. Artemas gave his birthplace as Townsend; there is no Townsend in New York stae, but there is one in Massachsetts about 45 miles northwest of Newton near the New Hampshire border. Hannah gave her birthplace as New York. Adoniram and Addie were both aged 29 and he gave his occupation as freight agent.

Addie died in Newton on July 2, 1875 from diptheria, aged 33years, 10 months and 14 days and was buried there. Adoniram stated that they had no children.

Adoniram left Newton for Australia on July 12, 1877. He was married to Grace McIntyre McLean in North Fitzroy on June 4, 1881 by the Rev. Adam Anderson. It was her first marriage. In 1908 he applied for a US Army pension under the Pension Act of 1907 stating that he had applied for one about 1904 but had been unsuccessful because he was still earning a living. In 1912 he re-applied, apparently due to a new Pension Act have gone through Congress in that year. By then, however, he must have been on the roll as he quoted his pension number as 1152817. His Pension Certificate is dated February 13, 1914, backdated to January 7, 1913. The pension was the grand sum of $25.00 per month was a raise promised to $30.00 in 1917.

After all that dilligent paper-work, Adoniram only lived a few years with his enhanced income, dying on January 9, 1916 from old age in Melbourne Hospital. In June of that year his widow Grace applied for the widow's pension. At that time she was 58 and a resident of Sarsfield, Victoria, and stated that they had not been divorced although they appear to having been living separaetly for some time. Grace died on February 23, 1937, as a result of internal problems associated with a gastric ulcer.

In 1908 he listed his children as follows: Lella I., August 8, 1881; Aubry J (L?), October 13, 1883; George P., March 18, 1886; David Warren., June 15, 1890; Norman A., September 13, 1893; William Ennis, September 23, 1897. In 1916 the death certificate listed : Lella (34), Aubrey James (32), George (30), Warren (28), Norman (22), William (18).

Well, thats about what we know to this point. In fact, its a lot more than we know about many of the veterans; Adoniram seems to have been very conscientous in filling out his forms, not to mention persistant, and he was still able to recall the order and chronology of events extremely well. If he did die senile, then I'd say that he must have become so only in the last couple of years of his life. His handwriting in 1912, when he was 70, is still clear and legible as is his signature, although it has noticeably deteriorated since 1908.

From Shirley Benoit - Date: Sat, 8 Mar 1997

I am trying to track down the children of William & Frances PARR of Nova Scotia. Based on information from a newspaper, it seems that one of their daughters had married a Walter Ramsdell and was living in Lynn, Mass. (newspaper dated August, 1911). Since William Parr had a number of daughters so I just don't know what one had married the Walter  Ramsdell. Her name could be Catherine, b. 1853; Amelia, b. 1856; Kate, b. 1860; or Esther, b. 1866. All born in N.S. I would be ever so pleased if I could find the name of the daughter that did marry this Walter Ramsdell.

From Kevin Ramsdell Date: Wed, 08 May 1996-

According to the 1900 census, William Ramsdell, was living in the town of Lyme, county of Grafton, New Hampshire and was born July 1874 in Vermont. According to Charles W. Ramsdell's, my grandfather, draft registration card dated 1918, he lists William Ramsdell, his father, as nearest relative living in Ashland, New Hampshire. Also found that William and Maude Ramsdell had a daughter, Lillian, born January 1894, and a son Earl, born November 1897 -- both were born in New Hampshire. 1920 census shows Maude Ramsdell living with son Charles W. in Ashland Township, Grafton County, New Hampshire; its also lists her as divorced.