Family Genealogy of the
COPPLE Family
from Sullivan County, Indiana
to Marion County, Illinois
Compiled by Stephen P.H. Frakes
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Chapter 1 - The family of Philip and Anna Patsy (Wright) Copple family of Washington County, Indiana.
Chapter 2 - The Levi and Lucinda (Harmon) Copple family and their descendants. This is the Marion County, Illinois Branch of the family.
Chapter 3 - The Philip and Lucinda (Moore) Copple family and their descendants of Sullivan County, Indiana.
Index - Lists all the surnames and which chapter you will find them in. Updated 8 January 2009
The Copple Family from Sullivan County, Indiana to Marion County, Illinois
Philip Copple
Washington County, Indiana
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Surnames In Chapter 1
Bare, Blalock, Copple, Hanger, Harmon, Moore, Reed, Sutherland, Townsend, Wright.
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Philip Copple
from
Rowan County, North Carolina
to
Wayne County, Kentucky
to
Washington County, Indiana
Philip COPPLE, born 1783/84, Rowan County, North Carolina, son of Jacob Peter and Elizabeth (GARREN) COPPLE. Philip died 28 Jul 1850, Washington County, Indiana.
Philip married 1st Anna Patsy WRIGHT 15 Dec 1804, Wayne County, Kentucky. She was born 1787, Randolph County, North Carolina, daughter of Amos and Elizabeth (LOWE) WRIGHT. Patsy died 17 Jul 1833, Washington County, Indiana.
Philip married 2nd Elizabeth REED 20 Oct 1836, Washington County, Indiana. She was born circa 1788, Washington County, Indiana.
Philip married 3rd Catherine HANGER 15 Nov 1842, Wayne County, Indiana. She was born 1793/94, Pennsylvania.
In 1820, the census shows Philip COBBLE living in Washington County, Indiana.
In 1840, the census shows Philip COPPLE living in Posey Township, Washington County, Indiana.
On 5 Sep 1850, the census shows Phillip (66) and Catherine (56) COPPLE living in Posey Township, Washington County, Indiana. With them was Rachel COPPLE age 12, born Indiana; and George HAUPER age 62, born Pennsylvania. Philip was born in North Carolina. Catherine was born in Pennsylvania. Philip was a farmer. His real estate was valued at $800.00.
Children of Philip and Anna Patsy (WRIGHT) COPPLE:
1. Elizabeth COPPLE, 6 Sep 1805, Clark County, Indiana.
2. Jacob COPPLE, born 1805/06, Clark County, Indiana.
Jacob married Barbara BLALOCK.
3. Mary COPPLE, born 1806/07, Clark County, Indiana.
4. Margaret COPPLE, born 11 Jul 1809, Washington County, Indiana.
Margaret married Samuel SUTHERLAND.
5. John COPPLE, born 1812/13, Washington County, Indiana.
6. Nancy COPPLE, born 1814/15, Washington County, Indiana.
Nancy married Jacob BARE.
7. Levi COPPLE, born 1815/16, Washington County, Indiana.
Levi married Lucinda HARMON.
(See Chapter 2)
8. Rebecca COPPLE, born 1816/17, Washington County, Indiana.
9. Philip COPPLE, born 2 Mar 1818, Washington County, Indiana..
Philip married Lucinda MOORE.
(See Chapter 3)
10. Catherine COPPLE, born 1820/21, Washington County, Indiana..
11. David COPPLE, born 1824/25, Washington County, Indiana.
David married Elizabeth TOWNSEND.
12. Abraham COPPLE, 2 Apr 1827, Washington County, Indiana.
Daughter of Philip and Elizabeth (REED) COPPLE:
13. Rachel COPPLE, born 1837/38, Washington County, Indiana.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Census Records. (Note: I've transcribed all census records with mistakes of spelling and dates, etc., as to be accurate to the original record.)
***Marriage Records of Indiana and Kentucky.
***Death Records of Indiana.
***Military Records of the United States.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records.
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Additions and Corrections Greatly Appreciated
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Compiled by
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
1991
Updated:
8 January 2009
Copyright © 1991-2009 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
Levi Copple
Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana
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Surnames In Chapter 2
Ambuehl, Beckwith, Black, Blackburn, Blaides, Borcherding, Burkett, Burroughs, Cavalieri, Combs, Copple, Davis, Darnell, Durnill, Eddings, Erickson, Fairn, Grace, Grindl, Hamilton, Hicks, Hollon, Jourdan, Kleenmann, Klutts, Lawrence, Malorey, Miller, Nenrath, Perry, Robison, Sander, Scott, Sharrow, Sherrow, Vinson, Tackett, Waggoner, Wayman, Weaver, Weiss, Wells, Windhorst, Wood, Wooldridge, Wright.
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Levi Copple
of
Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana
Levi COPPLE, born 1815/16, Indiana, son of Philip and Anna Patsy (WRIGHT) COPPLE. Levi died 1896, Sullivan County, Indiana. Levi and Lucinda are buried in Liberty Cemetery, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Levi married Lucinda HARMON. She was born 1815/16, North Carolina. Lucinda died 28 Mar 1871, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 7 Aug 1850, the census shows Levi (34) and Lucinda (34) COPPLE living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were their children Violet COPPLE age 15; Elizabeth COPPLE age 13; Mary COPPLE age 11; Newton COPPLE age 8; Martha COPPLE age 5; and Melvina COPPLE age 1. Their real estate was valued at $200.00.
On 7 Aug 1860, the census shows Levi (44) and Lucinda (44) COPPLE living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were their children Newton COPPLE age 18; Martha COPPLE age 16; Malvina COPPLE age 11; and Catherine COPPLE age 9. Lucinda was born in North Carolina, everyone else in Indiana. Levi was a farmer. His real estate was vauled at $1,000.00. His personal property was valued at $300.00.
On 9 Jul 1870, the census shows Levi (54) and Lucinda (54) COBBLE living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were Melvina COPPLE age 20; Catherine COPPLE age 18; and William L. COPPLE age 8. Levi was a farmer. His real estate was valueda t $2,000.00. Hie personal property was valued at $300.00.
On 1 Jun 1880, the census show the widowed Levi COPPLE age 63 living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With him was his son William COPPLE age 19. They were farmers. Levi's parents were said to be from North Carolina.
Children of Levi and Lucinda (HARMON) COPPLE:
1. Violet COPPLE, born 24 Feb 1835, Sullivan County, Indiana.
2. Elizabeth Ann COPPLE, born 5 May 1837, Sullivan County, Indiana.
3. Mary COPPLE, born Apr 1839, Sullivan County, Indiana. Mary died 1913, Jasper County, Iowa.
4. Newton COPPLE, born 11 Jan 1842, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Newton married Mary DURNILL/DARNELL.
(See #4 following)
5. Martha Jane COPPLE, born 22 Oct 1844, Sullivan County, Indiana. Martha died 25 Mar 1918, Sullivan County, Indiana.
6. Melvina COPPLE, born 1848/49, Sullivan County, Indiana.
7. Catherine COPPLE, born 1850/51, Sullivan County, Indiana.
8. William Levi COPPLE, born 1860/61, Sullivan County, Indiana.
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Newton Copple
of
Meacham & Omega Townships, Marion County, Illinois
Newton COPPLE, born 11 Jan 1842, Sullivan County, Indiana, son of Levi and Lucinda (HARMON) COPPLE. Newton died 4 Dec 1920, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. Newton and Mary are buried in the Phillips Cemetery, Omega, Marion County, Illinois.
Newton married Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) DURNILL/DARNELL 28 Jun 1866, Indiana, by M. G. J. W. WOLFE. She was born 19 Feb 1847, Washington County, Indiana, daughter of William and Sarah "Sallie" (SILL) SHERROW/SHARROW. Mary died 29 Jan 1927, Farina, Fayette County, Illinois. In 1850, the widowed Sarah SHARROW was living in Salem, Washington County, Indiana with her children Reuben age 13; James age 9; Sarah age 7; Lydia age 5; and Elizabeth age 3. Sallie's 2nd husband was Elisha WOOD. In 1870, they were living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 10 Oct 1864, Newton COPPLE enlisted into Company E, 1st Heavy Artillery Regiment Indiana of the Union Army during the Civil War.
On 10 Oct 1865, Newton COPPLE mustered out of military service.
On 3 Aug 1870, the census shows Newton (28) and Mary E. (22) COBLE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were James M. COPPLE age 7; and William L. COPPLE age 1 month, born in July. All said to have been born in Indiana. (Note: James M. is Mary's son by her 1st husband. His name should be James M. Durnill or Darnell.) Their real estate was valued at $1,200.00. Their personal property was valued at $460.00.
On 1 Jun 1880, the census shows Newton (38) and Mary (33) COPPLE living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana with Mary's twice widowed mother Sallie WOOD age 62. Also with them were Newton's and Mary's children William COPPLE age 10; Albert COPPLE age 7; Samuel COPPLE age 4; and Dora COPPLE age 1. Also living there was Mary's son James DURMILL age 18. All born in Indiana except for Sallie. She was born in Kentucky. Her father was born in Pennsylvania. Her mother was born in South Carolina. Mary's father was born in Indiana.
On 30 Mar 1883, Newton COOPLE purchased 40 acres in Omega Township, Marion County, Illnois.
On 4 Jun 1900 the census shows Newton (58) and Mary (53) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their widowed daughter Dora ROBERTSON age 21, born Feb 1879, IN. Also with them was thier son and wife, Samuel T. (23) and Carrie A. (29) COPPLE. Also with them was their niece Grace B. COPPLE born Apr 1897, IL. And also with them was Mary's widowed mother Sallie WOOD age 81, born Sep 1818, Kentucky. Newton was born Mar 1842, IN. Mary was born Feb 1847, IN. Samuel was born Aug 1876, IN. Carrie was born Mar 1871, IL. Carrie was said to have given birth to 1 child, still living. Samuel and Carrie had been married 2 years. Mary had given birth to 7 children with 5 living. Sallie had 1 child still living. Newton was a farmer and he owned his farm free of morgage. (Note: Grace was their granddaughter, not niece.)
On 12 May 1910, the census shows Newton (68) and Mary E. (63) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their divorced daughter Dora L. ROBERTSON age 31. Newton was a farmer and owned his farm free of morgage.
On 13 Jan 1920, the census shows Newton (77) and Mary E. (72) COPPLE living in Farina, Fayette County, Illinois. Also with them was their daughter Dora L. ROBERTSON age 40. They owned their home free of morgage. Newton was retired.
On 5 Jan 1921, as the widow of Newton, Mary filed for a pension for Newton's military service during the Civil War.
On 8 Jul 1943, the Kinmundy Expess has, "The COPPLE Reunion was held in Farina, July 5, at the home of Mr. Wm. COPPLE. It was the birthday of Wm. COPPLE, and his 4 brothers and sister were all present. The oldest member present was 80 years old and the youngest 64. Everyone came with well filled baskets. Those present were: James DARNELL, Miss Dora COPPLE, Mr. and Mrs. A. N. COPPLE, Mrs. Chas. PERRY, Joan ABERNATHY, Mrs. Elberta ABERNATHY, Mr. and Mrs. Hershel COPPLE, Mr. and Mrs. S.E. STOCKLEY, and Mrs. C.A. BOONE of Kinmundy."
Children of Newton and Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) COOPLE:
4-1. Sarah L. "Sallie" COPPLE, born 1867, Sullivan County, Indiana. Sallie died 1869, Sullivan County, Indiana.
4-2. William Levi COPPLE, born 6 Jul 1870, Sullivan County, Indiana.
William married Venia LAWRENCE.
(See #4-2 following)
4-3. Albert Newton COOPLE, born 10 Apr 1873, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Albert married Anna B. BLAIDES.
(See #4-3 following)
4-4. Samuel Tilden "Til" COPPLE, born 17 Aug 1876, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Til married Carrie Adell BURKETT.
(See #4-4 following)
4-4. Dora L. COPPLE, born 14 Feb 1878, Sullivan County, Indiana. Dora died 24 Dec 1953, Illinois.
Dora married James Marshall ROBISON.
Son of ___?___ and Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) DARNELL:
***. James M. DARNELL, born 1861/62, Sullivan County, Indiana. Jim died 1952, Illinois.
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William Levi Copple
of
Farina, Fayette County, Illinois
William Levi "Will" COPPLE, born 6 Jul 1870, Sullivan County, Indiana, son of Newton and Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) COOPLE. Will died 24 Sep 1962, Okawville, Washington County, Illinois.
William married 1st Venia LAWRENCE 5 Jun 1893, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 5 Dec 1876, Illinois. She died 24 May 1937, Farina, Fayette County, Illinois. Buried at Phillips Cemetery in Omega Township.
William married 2nd Bertha Lee (HAMILTON) PERRY Mar 1939. She was born 2 Dec 1884, Garrison, Kenucky, daughter of G. W. and Mary Ellen (___?___) HAMILTON. Bertha died 4 Sep 1944, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
On 1 Jun 1900, the census shows William (29) and Vena (22) COPPLE living in Farina, Fayette County, Illinois. William was born Jul 1870, Indiana. Vena was born Dec 1877, Illinois. They had been married 7 years. They had no children. William was a farmer. He was renting his farm.
On 8 Jan 1920, the census shows Wm L. (49) and Vena (42) COPPLE living in Farina, LaClede Township, Fayette County, Illinois. With them was their daugher Leta COPPLE age 13. They owned their home free of morgage. William was the night watchman for the Village of Farina.
On 12 Apr 1930, the census shows William L. (59) and Vena (52) COPPLE living in Farina, Fayette County, Illinois. They owned their home, valued at $600.00. William was a machinist at the saw mill.
On 3 Jun 1937, the Kinmundy Express has, "Brown: Mrs. Len KUNTZA and Mrs. Lou MULVANY attended the burial services Wednesday of Mrs. Will COPPLE at Phillips Cemetery. Camp Ground: Mrs. Wm. COPPLE died at her home in Farina last Monday. Interment was in Phillips Cemetery."
On 7 Sep 1944, the Kinmundy Express has, "Bertha Lee HAMILTON COPPLE, daughter of G.W. and Mary Ellen HAMILTON, was born Dec. 2, 1884, at Garrison, Ky. She came to Illinois in 1900. She married Wm. PERRY on May 10, 1904, who died June 10, 1935. In March 1939, she married Wm. COPPLE of Farina who survives her. She was a member of the Christian Church. She is survived by 3 children, Harold of Butler; Guy of Kinmundy; and Goldie, wife of S. E. STOKELY of Salem; 2 step-sons, Charles of Kinmundy; and Noah PERRY of Davenport, Iowa; 16 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Mrs. Dave ISHMAE and Mrs. Harry COLLIER, of Worthington, Ky., and Mrs. C.A. BOONE of Kinmundy; and 2 brothers, Alex HAMILTON of Iuka; and Sheridan HAMILTON of Mich. Services were held from the Christian Church in Kinmundy with interment in Evergreen Cemetery."
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Albert Newton Copple
of
Omega & Meacham Townships, Marion County, Illinois
Albert Newton "Bert" COPPLE, born 10 Apr 1873, Sullivan County, Indiana, son of Newton and Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) COOPLE. Albert died 30 Dec 1953, Illinois. Burial in the Phillips Cemetery, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Albert married Anna B. "Annie" BLAIDES 14 Aug 1894, Clay County, Illinois. She was born Feb 1880, Illinois. Annie died 6 Apr 1961, Gary, Lake County, Indiana. Burial in the Phillips Cemetery, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
On 23 Jun 1900, the census shows Albert (27) and Annie (20) COPPLE living in Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children May COPPLE age 4, born 1896; Bertha COPPLE age 3, born May 1897; and Clyde age 9 months, born Aug 1899.
On 20 Apr 1910, the census shows Albert (37) and Annie (36) COPPLE living in Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Mary COPPLE age 14; Bertha COPPLE age 13; Clyde COPPLE age 10; Hazel COPPLE age 8; Albert COPPLE age 6; and Mabel COPPLE age 4. Albert and Annie had been married 16 years. Annie had given birth to 7 children with 6 living.
On 13 Jan 1920, the census shows Albert N. (46) and Anna (39) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Clyde COPPLE age 20; Hazel COPPLE age 18; Albert COPPLE age 16; Mabel COPPLE age 14; and Hugh COPPLE age 9. They owned their home free of morgage. Albert was a farmer.
On 20 Feb 1930, the Kinmundy Express has, "Camp Ground: A surprise party was given in honor of Anna COPPLE’s 50th birthday Friday night."
On 3 Apr 1930, the census shows Albert N. (56) and Annie (50) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion Coutny, Illinois. With them was their son Hugh COPPLE age 19. Also with them were their granddaughters Mildred M. PERRY age 15; Fern E. PERRY age 12; and Louise L. PERRY age 10. Albert was 21 and Annie 14 when they married. They owned their home. Albert was a farmer.
On 24 Nov 1932, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Miss Mildred PERRY, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert COPPLE, and Mr. Melvin WHITE were married Saturday in Kinmundy."
On 14 Apr 1938, the Kinmundy Express has, "Camp Ground: Mr. Bert COPPLE spent his 65th birthday Sunday. Several neighbors and friends served a nice dinner for him."
On 28 Jul 1938, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Mr. Paul PERRY and Miss Louise PERRY, a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert COPPLE, were married last Thursday. That evening they were given a rousing charivari at the home of his mother, Mrs. Myrtle PERRY."
On 16 Mar 1939, the Kinmundy Express has, "Camp Ground: The wedding bells rang but again in this community when Maggy PERRY became the bride of Bill COPPLE of Farina. They were married by a Justice of the Peace at her home, where their friends had gathered and made a big supper for them. Attending the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. Guy PERRY, Mr. and Mrs. Neal FERRELL, Mr. and Mrs. Jack PHILLIPS, little James LEWIS, Jr. and Dall FERGUSON."
On 3 Nov 1939, the Kinmundy Express has, "A very quiet wedding was performed Saturday in the Methodist parsonage when Miss Olga WEISS became the bride of Mr. Hugh COPPLE. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Olga WEISS residing east of this city and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert COPPLE, also residing east of this city. The couple will reside on a farm 4 miles east of Kinmundy. Meacham: Mr. Hugh COPPLE and Miss Olga WEISS were married Saturday morning at the Methodist parsonage in Kinmundy. They will live on the groom’s farm. Monday evening, a group of friends and relatives gathered at their home to charivari them."
On 4 Jan 1940, the Kinmundy Express has, "Booker: Mr. A.N. COPPLE’s house was burned Tuesday, it being a complete loss."
On 10 Oct 1940, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Bert COPPLE and family met in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh COPPLE, Thursday and held a family reunion. Several relatives from a distance were present."
Children of Albert Newton and Anna B. (BLAIDES) COPPLE:
4-3-1. Mary E. COPPLE, born 1896, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
4-3-2. Bertha COPPLE, born May 1897, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Bertha married Palmer PERRY.
(See #4-3-2 following)
4-3-3. Clyde Newton COPPLE, born Aug 1899, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Clyde married Dorothy BLACK.
(See #4-3-3 following)
4-3-4. Hazel L. COPPLE, born 3 Aug 1901, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois. Hazel died 23 Apr 1865, Illinois.
4-3-5. Albert COPPLE, born 1903, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Albert married Nellie BLACK.
(See #4-3-5 following)
4-3-6. Mabel COPPLE, born 1905/06, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Mabel married ___?___ GRINDL.
In 1981, she lived in Calumet City, Illinois.
4-3-7. Virgil COPPLE, born and died 1907, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
4-3-8. Hugh COPPLE, born 1910/11, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Hugh married Olga WEISS.
(See #4-3-8 following)
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Bertha Copple Perry
of
Marion County, Illinois
Bertha COPPLE, born May 1897, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Albert Newton and Anna B. (BLAIDES) COPPLE. Bertha died in 1920. Died during the Whooping Cough Epedimic.
Bertha married Palmer PERRY 17 Apr 1913, Marion County, Illinois. Palmer died in 1920. Died during the Whooping Cough Epedimic.
Daugher of Palmer and Bertha (COPPLE) PERRY:
4-3-2-1. Mildred M. PERRY, born 1914/15, Marion County, Illinois.
4-3-2-2. Fern E. PERRY, born 1917/18, Marion County, Illinois. Fern died in 2007.
4-3-2-3. Louise PERRY, born 1919/20, Marion County, Illinois.
Louise married Paul PERRY. They were distant cousins.
Daughter of Paul and Louise (PERRY) PERRY:
4-3-2-3-1. Dorris PERRY,
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Clyde Newton Copple
of
Lake County, Indiana
Clyde Newton COPPLE, born Aug 1999, Marion County, Illinois, son of son of Albert Newton and Anna B. (BLAIDES) COPPLE. He died Saturday, 20 May 1933, Hammond, Lake County, Indiana. Buriual in Phillips Cemetery, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Clyde married Dorothy F. BLACK. She was born 1905/06, Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of George Wesley and Dora A. (MARTIN) BLACK. Dorothy was the sister of Nellie who married Albert, brother of Clyde (See #4-2-5 following)
On 12 Sep 1918, Clyde's Military Registration Card has, Clyde Newton COPPLE age 19, born 24 Aug 1899. Was living in Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois. He was a farmer. He was single. His nearest relative was his father Albert COPPLE also of Kinmundy. Clyde was tall and slender with brown eyes and hair.
On 11 Apr 1930, the census shows Clyde (35) and Dorothy (23) COPPLE living in East Chicago, Lake County, Indiana. With them were their sons: William COPPLE age 5; and Donald COPPLE 1 year and 4 months. Also with them was Clyde's brother Albert COPPLE age 26, who was single. The adults were born in Illinois and the children in Indiana. They were renting their home at $26.00 a month. They owned a radio. Clyde and Albert worked at the oil refinery.
On 25 May 1933, the Kinmundy Express has, "Clyde COPPLE, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert COPPLE, residing southeast of this city, was killed Sat. afternoon in a explosion while working in a Standard Oil Refinery at Whiting, Ind. His co-worker was killed with him. The bodies were blown a great distance and were burned beyond recognition. He was 33 years, 7 months, and 26 days old. The deceased lived with his family in Hammond, Ind. The wife was formerly Miss Dorothy BLACK, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George BLACK, residing north of this city. They have 2 sons. The remains were brought here, and services held Wed. from the M. E. Church with interment in Phillips Cemetery in Meacham twp."
Sons of Clyde and Dorothy F. (BLACK) COPPLE:
4-3-3-1. William Dale COPPLE, born 8 Oct 1924, East Chicago, Lake County, Indiana.
4-3-3-2. Donald COPPLE, born 1928, Indiana.
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Albert Copple
of
Lake County, Indiana
Albert COPPLE, born 1903, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Albert Newton and Anna B. (BLAIDES) COPPLE. Albert died 4 Dec 1981, St. Catherine's Hospital, East Chicago, Lake County, Indiana. Burial was at Phillips Cemetery, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Albert married Nellie BLACK. She was born 1906/07, Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of George Wesley and Dora A. (MARTIN) BLACK. Nellie was the sister of Dorothy who married Clyde, brother of Albert (See #4-3-3 above).
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Hugh Copple
of
Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois
Hugh COPPLE, born 24 Nov 1910, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Albert Newton and Anna B. (BLAIDES) COPPLE. Hugh died Saturday, 11 Sep 1999, Kenosha Hospital, Kenosha, Kenosha County, Wisconsin. Hugh and Olga are buried in Phillips Cemetery, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Hugh married Olga WEISS 25 Nov 1939. She was born 25 Nov 1919, Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of John and Olga (KLEENMANN) WEISS. Olga died Thursday, 7 Nov 1991, Salem Township Hospital, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
On 6 Mar 1941, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh COPPLE had a daughter born Sunday at their home. The mother was formerly Miss Olga WEISS."
On 22 Oct 1942, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Mrs. Hugh COPPLE and daughter departed for Chicago where Mr. COPPLE has employment."
On 30 Mar 1944, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh COPPLE of East Chicago, have a baby daughter named Barbara Ann."
On 13 Jul 1944, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh COPPLE and 2 children returned to their home Monday from East Chicago, Ind. where Mr. COPPLE has had employment for the past 2 years."
On 8 Mar 1945, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham: Mr. and Mrs. Ervin SOLDNER and Charles Edward, and Mrs. Merl JOHNSTON were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh COPPLE and family. The dinner was in honor of Donna Marie COPPLE and Charles Edward’s 4th birthdays."
Hugh retired from the ICRR (Illinois Central Railroad).
Olga retired from being a cook at the Kinmundy-Alma schools.
Daughters of Hugh and Olga (WEISS) COPPLE:
(Living family members information not included on webpage)
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Samuel Tildon Copple
of
Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois
Samuel Tildon "Til" COPPLE, born 17 Aug 1876, Sullivan County, Indiana, son of Newton and Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) COOPLE. Til died 20 Sep 1961, Marion County, Illinois. Til and Carrie are buried in the Phillips Cemetery, Omega Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Til married Carrie Adell BURKETT 7 Jul 1898, Marion County, Illinois. She was born Mar 1871, Illinois, daughter of James and Harriet (BURROUGHS) BURKETT. Carried died 1955.
On 4 Jun 1900 the census shows Samuel T. (23) and Carrie A. (29) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois with his parents, Newton (58) and Mary (53) COPPLE. Samuel was born Aug 1876, IN. Carrie was born Mar 1871, IL. Carrie was said to have given birth to 1 child, still living. Samuel and Carrie had been married 2 years. With them was their daughter Grace B. COPPLE born Apr 1897.
In 1910, S. T. COPPLE ran unopposed for Meacham Township Constable as a Democrat.
On 7 Apr 1910, the Kinmundy Express has, "Meacham Township - For Constable: S. T. COPPLE, dem. - 126"
On 12 May 1910, the census shows Samuel T. (33) and Carrie A. (31) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Gracie B. COPPLE age 11; Stella M. COPPLE age 6; Herschel E. COPPLE age 3; and Shirley COPPLE age 1 year and 2 months. Carrie had given birth to 5 children with 4 living.
On 13 Jan 1920, the census shows Samuel T. (42) and Carrie A. (40) COPPLE living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their sons Herschel COPPLE age 12, Shirley COPPLE age 10; George COPPLE age 7; and Dennie COPPLE age 4 years and 9 months. They owned their home free of morgage.
On 9 Apr 1930, the census shows Tildon (52) and Carrie A. (50) COPPLE living in Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their sons Shirlie COPPLE age 21; George COPPLE age 17; Dennie COPPLE age 16. They owned their home. They owned a radio. Tildon was 21 and Carrie was 19 when they married. Til worked for the Illinois Central Railroad.
Children of Samuel Tildon and Carrie Adell (BURKETT) COPPLE:
4-4-1. Grace B. "Gracie" COPPLE, born 18 Apr 1899, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Grace married Benjamin BUTTS.
(See #4-4-1 following)
4-4-2. daughter COPPLE, born circa 1901 and died young in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois.
4-4-3. Stella M. COPPLE, born 1903/04, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois.
4-4-4. Herschel E. COPPLE, born 31 Mar 1907, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Herschel married Mildred Irene COMBS.
(See #4-4-4 following)
4-4-5. Shirley COPPLE, born 11 Jan 1909, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. He died 24 Dec 1935. Buried in the Phillips Cemetery.
On 2 Jan 1936, the Kinmundy Express has, "Shirley, the second son of Samuel and Carrie COPPLE, was born in Meacham twp. on Jan. 11, 1909, and died Dec. 24, 1935 at Salem. Shirley spent most of his life where he was born, moving with his parents to Salem some 10 years ago. He attended school at Camp Ground until the age of ten years, when he became afflicted and was unable to walk. All that loving hands and medical skill could not relieve him of his affliction. He leaves his parents; a sister, Mrs. Grace BUTTS of Alma; 3 brothers, Herschel and George of Salem, and Denny at home. 2 sisters preceded him in death. An aged grandmother, Mrs. Harriett BURKETT, and a number of uncles and aunts survive. Services were held at Booker Church with interment in Phillips Cemetery."
4-4-6. George Adam COPPLE, born 13 Nov 1912, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois.
George married Goldie Pearl JOURDAN.
(See #4-4-6 following)
4-4-7. Dennie E. COPPLE, born 13 Mar 1914, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. He died 5 Mar 1970. His last place of residence was Salem, Marion County, Illinois. Dennie is buried in East Lawn Cemetery, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
Dennie served in World War 2 as a PFC AT Co 110 Inf.
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Grace B. Copple Butts
of
Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois
Grace B. "Gracie" COPPLE, born 18 Apr 1899, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Samuel Tildon and Carrie Adell (BURKETT) COPPLE. Grace died 16 Jul 1996, Opdyke, Jefferson County, Illinois.
Grace married Benjimen E. "Ben" BUTTS 27 Sep 1919, Marion County, Illinois. He was born 27 Jul 1888, Marion County, Illinois, son of William BUTTS. Ben died 23 Oct 1976, Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois.
On 5 Jun 1917, Ben's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Benjimen E. BUTTS age 28, born 27 Jul 1888, Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois. He was single. He was farming, employed by William and Maria E. (COURSON) BUTTS of Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. Benjimen was medium height and build with blue eyes and brown hair.
On 26 Jan 1920, the census shows Ben (30) and Grace (21) BUTTS living in Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois. Living with them was Ben's widowed grandfather Mike BUTTS age 77, born Virginia. They were renting their home. Ben was a farmer.
On 2 Apr 1930, the census shows Ben (31) and Grace (30) BUTTS living in Alma, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Roschell BUTTS age 9; Edna BUTTS age 8; and Harold BUTTS age 6. They were renting their home at $5.00 a month. Ben was a farm laborer. He served in World War 1.
Children of Benjimen E. and Grace B. (COPPLE) BUTTS:
4-4-1-1. Roschell BUTTS, born 1920/21, Marion County, Illinois.
4-4-1-2. Edna BUTTS, born 1921/22, Marion County, Illinois.
4-4-1-3. Harold BUTTS, born 1923/24, Marion County, Illinois.
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Herschel E.Copple
of
Salem, Marion County, Illinois
Herschel E. COPPLE, born 31 Mar 1907, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Samuel Tildon and Carrie Adell (BURKETT) COPPLE. Herschel died 18 Sep 1974, Jewish Hosptial, St. Louis, Missouri. Herschel and Mildred are buried in East Lawn Cemetery.
Herschel married Mildred Irene COMBS 1928, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 23 Feb 1911.
On 7 Apr 1930, the census shows Herschel (23) and Mildred (19) COPPLE living in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their daughter Anna M. COPPLE age 4 months. They were renting their home at $16.00 a month. Herschel was 21 and Mildred 17 when they married. Herschel was a cutter at Brown Shoe Company.
On 7 Jan 2009, The Sentinel (Centralia, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Mildred Cantrell MARION -- Mildred COPPLE CANTRELL, 97, of Marion, formerly of Salem, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at Parkway Manor in Marion. She was born on Feb. 23, 1911, in Oakland, daughter of Charles and Florence (KISSELL) COMBS. She married Herschel E. COPPLE on Nov. 17, 1928, in South Bend, Ind., and he preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 1974. She later married Claude CANTRELL on Oct. 15, 1977, in Salem, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 24, 1996. She is survived by two daughters, Anna Mae WOOLDRIDGE of Marion and Patricia J. ERICKSON and husband Arthur of Omaha, Neb.; four grandchildren, Lana GRESHAM and husband Rodney, Anita BUSSE, John ERICKSON and Artie ERICKSON, Jr.; 15 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a dear niece, Glenda VURSELL SWEATT of Albuquerque, N.M. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Dana WOOLDRIDGE HARMON, in 1980. She was a homemaker. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the chapel of Rankin Funeral Home with Phil MARTIN officiating. Interment will follow at Paradise Cemetery in Salem. Friends may call form 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials in her honor may be made to the charity of the donor's choice and will be accepted at the funeral home."
Daughter of Herschel E. and Mildred Irene (COMBS) COPPLE:
(Living family members information not included on webpage)
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George Adam Copple
of
Salem, Marion County, Illinois
George Adam COPPLE, born 13 Nov 1912, Meacham Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Samuel Tildon and Carrie Adell (BURKETT) COPPLE. George died 15 Jul 2000, Salem Township Hospital, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. He is buried in Paradise Cemetery, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
George married Goldie Pearl JOURDAN 27 Apr 1935, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 10 Jun 1917, Salem, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Albert Jasper and Effie May (SCOTT) JOURDAN.
Goldie's ancestry: Albert JOURDAN was the son of Dr. Joseph and Sarah Harriet (BLACKBURN) Jourdan, M.D. Sarah Harriet was the daughter of Andrew Thomas "Andy" and Frances "Fannie" (EDDINGS) BLACKBURN. Fannie was the daughter of John James and Elizabeth (WEAVER) EDDINGS. Elizabeth WEAVER was the daughter of David WEAVER, born Sharp Mountain Creek, Cherokee County, Georgia. David WEAVER was a Cherokee Indian. He died 29 Dec 1835, at the age of 105.
Effie May SCOTT was the daughter of Thomas and Rebecca (FAIRN) SCOTT.
George was a retired engineer for Union Pacific Railroad after 35 years of service. He was a member of the Salem Church of God and also attended the Grace Church of the Nazarene.
Sons of George Adam and Goldie Pearl (JOURDAN) COPPLE:
(Living family members information not included on webpage)
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Dora L. Copple Robison
of
Farina, Fayette County, Illinois
Dora L. COPPLE, born 14 Feb 1878, Sullivan County, Indiana, daughter of Newton and Mary E. (SHERROW/SHARROW) COOPLE. Dora died 24 Dec 1953, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
Dora married James Marshall ROBISON 6 Jul 1898, Illinois.
On 31 Dec 1953, the Kinmundy Express has, "Dora ROBISON Obituary: Dora T. COPPLE, daughter of Newton and Mary COPPLE, was born Feb. 14, 1878 in Sullivan Co., Ind. At the age of 4 years she moved to Illinois. Dora was married to James Marshall ROBISON on July 6, 1898, also in that year she was baptized and received as a member of the Church of Christ, and remained a member throughout her life. She made her home with her parents until their passing, then she and her half-brother, James, resided together here until his death in 1952. She then made her home with Mrs. Mary TOLLEFSON. She died at Salem Hospital on Dec. 24, 1953. She leaves 3 brothers: William COPPLE of Farina, Bert COPPLE of Kinmundy, and Tilden COPPLE of Salem. Services were held Saturday from the Linton Funeral Home, Bro. Harold BURNSIDE officiating. Interment in Phillips Cemetery."
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Census Records. (Note: I've transcribed all census records with mistakes of spelling and dates, etc., as to be accurate to the original record.)
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Marriage Records of Indiana and Illinois.
***World War 1 Draft Registration Cards - 1917-1918.
***United States Public Records Index.
***Kinmundy Express - Gleanings of the Kinmundy Express by Dolores Ford Mobley - http://www.ford-mobley.com/dafm/gleanings_from1.htm
***Kentucky Birth Index, 1911-1999.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records.
***Information from Susan and Ronnie Copple - 1991.
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Additions and Corrections Greatly Appreciated
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Compiled by
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
1991
Updated:
8 January 2009
Copyright © 1991-2009 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
Philip Copple
Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana
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Surnames In Chapter 3
Copple, Dickey, Frakes, Hall, Hanger, Harmon, Hook, Johnson, Julian, McGlone, Moore, Railsback, Thorne, Thurman, Wright.
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Philip Copple
of
Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana
Philip COPPLE, born 2 Mar 1818, Sullivan County, Indiana, son of Philip and Anna Patsy (WRIGHT) COPPLE (See Chapter 1). Philip died 5 Feb 1893. Philip and Lucinda are buried in Liberty Cemetery, Sullivan County, Illinois.
Philip married Lucinda MOORE 23 Apr 1847, Fountain, Indiana. She was born 15 Feb 1824, Sullivan County, Indiana. Lucinda died 23 Aug 1879, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 24 Oct 1850, the census shows Phillip (30) and Lucinda (22) COPPLE living in Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their Mahola Ann age 1. Also with them was E. F. MORE age 21. All born in Indiana. Their real estate was valued at $300.00.
On 6 Jul 1860, the census shows Philip (41) and Lucinda (35) COPPLE living in Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their daughters Mahali COPPLE age 11; Mary E. COPPLE age 9; Martha COPPLE age 7; Amanda COPPLE age 3; and Margaret COPPLE age 1. Also living with them was Eli HARMON age 21. Their real estate was valued at $3,000.00. Their personal property was valued at $800.00. Philip was a farmer. Eli was a farm laborer.
On 4 Aug 1870, the census shows Philip (52) and Lucinda (46) COBBLE living in Litton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their daughters Martha E. COBBLE age 17; Manda J. COBBLE age 14; Margaret C. COBBLE age 11; Malinda E. COBBLE age 8; and Minie May COBBLE age 3. Also living there was hired hand Leonard DICKEY age 20; and Catherine HAGGAR age 25. Philip's real estate was valued at $9,000.00. His personal property was valued at $1,670.00.
In 1880, the census shows the widowed Phillip COPPLE age 60 living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With him were this daughters Ellen COPPLE age 18; and Minnie COPPLE age 13. Also living with them were Bettie JULIAN age 18; and Franklin HANGER age 27.
Children of Philip and Lucinda (MOORE) COPPLE:
1. Mahala Ann COPPLE, born Oct 1848, Vigo County, Indiana.
Mahala married Jacob HANGER.
(See #1 following)
2. Mary Eliza COPPLE, born 1950/51, Vigo County, Indiana.
Mary married Joseph A. McGLONE.
(See #2 following)
3. Martha E. COPPLE, born 1852/53, Vigo County, Indiana.
Martha married Ellis D. RAILSBACK.
(See #3 following)
4. Amanda J. COPPLE, born 9 Aug 1859 1856/57, Vigo County, Indiana.
Amanda married 1st John W. JULIAN.
Amanda married 2nd William FRAKES.
(See #4 following)
5. Margaret C. COPPLE, born 1858/59, Vigo County, Indiana.
6. Malinda Ellen COPPLE, born 1861/62, Vigo County, Indiana.
7. Minnie May COPPLE, born 1866/67, Vigo County, Indiana.
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Mahala Ann Copple
Hanger
of
Vigo County, Indiana
Mahala Ann COPPLE, born Oct 1848, Vigo County, Indiana, daughter of Philip and Lucinda (MOORE) COPPLE. Mahala died 20 Sep 1934, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Mahala married Jacob HANGER 27 Oct 1865, Vigo County, Indiana.
On 5 Aug 1870, the census shows Jacob (28) and Mahala (21) HAGGAR living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their daughter Coriett age 5 months, born Feb 1870. Value of personal property was $450.00. Jacob was a farmer.
On 19 Jun 1880, the census shows Jacob (35) and Mahala (32) HANGER living in Litton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Cora A. HANGER age 10; Corda M. HANGER age 7; Calvin D. HANGER age 4; and Adie E. HANGER age 4 months, born Feb 1880.
On 26 Jun 1900, the census shows Jacob (60) and Mahala A. (51) HANGER living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Jacob was born May 1840, IN. Mahala was born Oct 1848, IN. They had been married 34 years. Mahala had given birth to 9 children with all still living. With them were their children Ada E. age 20, born Feb 1880, IN; Alta E. HANGER age 17, born Nov 1882, IN; Elva C. HANGER age 13, born Jun 1886, IN; Elsa B. HANGER age 11, born Apr 1889; Mary HANGER age 8, born Oct 1891, IN; and Sala H. HANGER age 6, born Feb 1894, IN. Jacob owned his farm free of morgage.
On 2 Jan 1920, the census show Jacob (78) and Mahala Ann (71) HANGER living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. They and their parents were said to have been born in Indiana. They owned their home free of mortgage.
Children of Jacob and Mahala Ann (COPPLE) HANGER:
1-1. Cora A. HANGER, born Feb 1870, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
1-2. Corda M. HANGER, born Oct 1872, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
Corda married Joseph John Franklin FRAKES.
(See #1-2 following)
1-3. Calvin D. HANGER, born Oct 1876, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
Calvin married Carrie J. ___?___ . She was born Sep 1879, Indiana.
1-4. Ada E. "Adie" HANGER, born Feb 1880, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Adie died 15 Oct 1935, Indiana.
1-5. Alta E. HANGER, born Nov 1882, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
1-6. Elva C. HANGER, born Jun 1886, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
1-7. Elsa B. HANGER, born Apr 1889, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
1-8. Mary HANGER, born Oct 1891, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
1-9. Lola H. HANGER, born Feb 1894, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
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Corda M. Hanger
Frakes
of
Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana
Corda M. HANGER, born Oct 1872, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana, daughter of Jacob and Mahala Ann (COPPLE) HANGER. Corda died 5 Mar 1947, Farmersburg, Indiana. Aunt Corda and Uncle Frank are buried in West Lawn Cemetery in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Corda married Joseph John Franklin "Frank" FRAKES Dec 1889. He was born Nov 1865, Vigo County, Indiana, son of William and Martha Ann (McGLONE) FRAKES. He died early 1942. He was 76 years old.
Frank took his nephew, William Philip FRAKES (See Chapter 16 of Frakes Genealogy) from the orphanage, only after he was old enough to work on the farm. He was very hard on him. Corda was a very nice, caring person and treated Willie like he was her own. William Philip FRAKES moved to Salem, Marion County, Illinois, where he raised his family. After Uncle Frank died, Aunt Corda moved into Farmersburg. She rented the farm to a Bet and David.
On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows John F. (34) and Corda M. (27) FRAKES living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. John was born Nov 1865. Corda was born Oct 1872. With them was John's nephew, William P. FRAKES age 10, born Mar 1889. John was listed as a carpenter. They owned their farm with a morgage. They lived next to John's father. (Note: William P. FRAKES settled in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.)
On 21 Apr 1910, the census shows John F. (44) and Cordie M. (37) FRAKES living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. John was a carpenter. They owned their home free of morgage.
On 15 Jan 1920, the census shows John F. (54) and Corda (47) FRAKES living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. John was a farmer.
On 25 Apr 1930, the census shows Frank (65) and Cordia (57) FRAKES living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Frank was a farmer.
I have a couple of letters written to my grandfather, William Philip FRAKES, from Aunt Corda. She always signed her letters Mom.
Child of Joseph John Franklin and Corda (HANGER) FRAKES:
1-1. John FRAKES. He died young 7 Mar 1908, Sullilvan County, Indiana.
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Mary Eliza Copple
McGlone
of
Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana
Mary Eliza COPPLE, born 12 Nov 1850, Vigo County, Indiana, daughter of Philip and Lucinda (MOORE) COPPLE. Mary died 1884.
Mary married Joseph A. McGLONE 23 Dec 1866, Vigo County, Indiana. Joseph was born 27 Jan 1842, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana, son of John and Hannah (AKERS) McGLONE.
Joseph married 2nd Mrs. Ann J. (HANGER) WHEELER. She was born 22 Oct 1844, daughter of William and Mary (COPPLE) HANGER. Two children by Ann, Walter McGLONE, born Sep 1886; and Ira McGLONE, born Dec 1887.
Joseph married 3rd Martha E. ___?___ . (Note: I believe Martha is Martha E. (COPPLE) RAILSBACK. Name, age and number of living and deceased children all fit. (See #3 following)
On 17 Oct 1864, Joseph enlisted into the 8th Indiana Battery. He was in Chattanooga, Tennesse when the war ended, serving as Steward.
On 19 Jul 1865, Joseph McGLONE mustered out of service.
On 4 Aug 1870, the census shows Joseph A. (28) and Mary E. (19) McGLONE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Jacob L. age 1; and Ida May age 1 month. Joseph was a farmer. Their real estate was valued at $1,000.00. His personal property was valued at $593.00.
On 18 Jun 1880, the census shows Joseph A. (38) and Mary A. (27) McGLONE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Jacob L. McGLONE age 10; Ida M. McGLONE McGLONE age 8; Charles P. McGLONE age 6; and Dora E. McGLONE age 5. Joseph's parents were said to have been born in Ohio.
On 28 Jun 1900, the census shows Joseph A. (59) and Ann J. (54) McGLONE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Alpha D. McGLONE age 20, born Jan 1880; Ethel E. McGLONE age 16, born Jan 1884; Walter McGLONE age 13, born Sep 1886; and Ira McGLONE age 12, born Dec 1887. Joseph said to have been born Jan 1883. Ann J. born Nov 1845.
On 19 Apr 1910, the census shows Joseph A. (68) and Martha E. (57) McGLONE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were Joseph's sons Alpha D. McGLONE age 30; and Ira McGLONE age 22. Martha had given birth to 8 children with 6 living. Joseph was a farmer. He owned his farm free of morgage.
On 15 Jan 1920, the census shows Joseph (77) and Martha (76) McGLONE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was Joseph's son Alpha age 40. They owned their home free of morgage.
On 7 Apr 1930, the census shows Alfred McGLONE age 50; and Lemuel McGLONE age 61 living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Owned home valued at $500.00. Alfred was a farmer.
Joseph was a Democrat.
Joseph was a member of the Christian Church.
Joseph was a Master Mason.
Children of Joseph A. and Mary Eliza (COPPLE) McGLONE:
2-1. Jacob Lemuel McGLONE, born 1868/69, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
In 1890 and 1892, Lemuel J. McGLONE is listed in the Farmersburg City Directory.
On 7 Jun 1900, the census shows Jacob McGLONE age 31, born Feb 1869, living in Farmersburg, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was at a boarding house. He was a livery stable driver.
2-2. Ida May McGLONE, born Jul 1870, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
Ida married Levi HALL.
(See #2-2 following)
2-3. Charles P. McGLONE, born 1873/74, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
Charles married Minnie Bertha JOHNSON.
(See #2-3 following)
2-4. Dora E. McGLONE, born 1874/75, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
2-5. Alpha Delmer McGLONE, born Jan 1880, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
On 12 Sep 1918, Alpha's Military Registration Card has, Alpha Delmer McGLONE age 39, born Jan 1880. Was living in rural Farmersburg, Indiana. He was a farmer. His employer was Jospeh McGLONE. Alpha was medium build and slender with blue eyes and dark brown hair.
2-6. child McGLONE, died young.
2-7. Lucy McGLONE, died young.
2-8. Ethel Eliza McGLONE, Jan 1884, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
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Ida May McGlone
Hall
of
Sullivan County, Indiana
Ida May McGLONE, born Jul 1870, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana.
Ida married Levi W. HALL 10 Mar 1888, Vigo County, Indiana. He was born Jul 1866, Indiana.
On 13 Jun 1900, the census shows Levi W. (33) and Ida May (29) HALL living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were their sons Otto A. age 11, born Apr 1889; Clyde R. age 8, born Dec 1891; and Ferdie E. age 4, born Jan 1896. Levi was born Jul 1866. Ida was born Jul 1870. All born in Indiana. Ida had given birth to 3 children with all living. They had been married 12 years. Levi was a farmer. He owned his farm with a morgage.
On 7 May 1910, the census shows Levi (44) and Ida (39) HALL living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were their children Ansyl HALL age 21; Clyde HALL age 18; Ferd HALL age 14; and Dorothy HALL age 2. Ida had given birth to 4 children with all living. They owned their farm free of morgage.
On 10 Jan 1920, the census shows Levi W. (54) and Ida (49) HALL living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were their children Clyde HALL age 28; and Dorothy HALL age 12. They owned their home with a morgage.
Children of Levi W. and Ida May (McGLONE) HALL:
2-2-1. Otto Ansyl HALL, born Apr 1889, Sullivan County, Indiana. He died May 1976. Last place of residence was Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 5 Jun 1917, Ansyl's Military Registration Card has, Ansyl HALL age 28, born 30 Apr 1889, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was living in Shelburn, Sullivan County, Indiana. He had a wife and 3 sons. He was medium build and height with brown eyes and dark color hair.
2-2-2. Clyde R. HALL, born 24 Dec 1891, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 5 Jun 1917, Clyde's Military Registration Card has, Clyde HALL age 25, born 24 Dec 1891, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was living in Shelburn, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was a rural mail carrier in Sullivan County. He was single. He was medium build and height with brown eyes and dark color hair.
2-2-3. Ferd Alvin HALL, born 7 Jan 1896, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 5 Jun 1917, Ferd's Military Registration Card has, Ferd Alvin HALL age 21, born 7 Jan 1896, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was a self-employed farmer in Shelburn, Sullivan County, Indiana. He also helped as a mail carrier. He was single. He was medium build and height with brown eyes and dark color hair.
2-2-4. Dorothy HALL, born 1907/08, Sullivan County, Indiana.
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Charles P. McGlone
of
Vigo County, Indiana
Charles P. McGLONE, born Jul 1872, Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana, son of Joseph A. and Mary Eliza (COPPLE) McGLONE. He died 8 Jun 1909, Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana, the age of 36.
Charles married Minnie Bertha JOHNSON, 18 Jan 1896. She was born 17 Nov 1876.
On 28 Jun 1900, the census shows Charles P. (27) and Minnie B. (23) McGLONE living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their son Floy O. McGLONE age 3, born Oct 1896. Charles was born Jul 1872. Minnie was born Nov 1876. They owned their home free of morgage.
Children of Charels P. and Minnie Berth (JOHNSON) McGLONE:
2-3-1. Floy Octus McGLONE, born 23 Oct 1896.
Floy married Lovell PRICE 12 Sep 1914.
Children of Floy Octus and Lovell (PRICE) McGLONE:
2-3-1-1. Margaret Rosalie McGLONE, born 25 Oct 1915.
Margaret married Virgil FLINN 7 Jun 1933.
2-3-1-2. Mary Ester McGLONE, born 8 Jul 1916.
Mary married Elza WILSON 28 Jul 1934.
2-3-1-3. Charles Edward McGLONE, born 11 Feb 1920.
2-3-1-4. Jennie Louise McGLONE, born 4 Sep 1923.
2-3-1-5. James Lowell McGLONE, born 12 Feb 1929.
2-3-1-6. Stephen Ray McGLONE, born 29 Sep 1932.
2-3-2. Laurel McGLONE, born 22 Dec 1902.
Laurel married Mark HOOK 3 Mar 1923.
Children of Mark and Laurel (McGLONE) HOOK:
2-3-2-1. Dale Edward HOOK, born 3 Jan 1924.
2-3-2-2. Ruth Ilaine HOOK, born 8 Jan 1925.
2-3-2-3. Urel Dean HOOK, born 5 Nov 1927.
2-3-2-4. Joyce Elaine HOOK, born 29 Jul 1934.
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Martha Elizabeth Copple
Railsback
of
Sullivan County, Indiana
Martha Elizabeth COPPLE, born 1852/53, Vigo County, Indiana.
Martha married Ellis D. RAILSBACK 10 Feb 1871, Vigo County, Indiania. Ellie was born 1852, Kentucky, son of David P. and Jane (___?___) RAILSBACK. Ellis died 17 Nov 1899, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana, the age of 48.
On 19 Jun 1880, the census shows Ellis (27) and Martha (26) RAILESBACK living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Effie O. age 7; Tilden age 3; and Lucinda age 1.
On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows the widowed Martha RAILSBACK age 46, born Aug 1853, Indiana, living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With her were her daughters Flossie age 13, born Sep 1886, Indiana; and Gertrude age 11, born Apr 1887, Indiana. Also living with them was a servant Cynthia WOOD age 68. Martha had given birth to 8 children with 6 living. They lived next to John F. and Corda (HANGER) FRAKES, Martha's neice.
Children of Ellis D. and Martha E. (COPPLE) RAILSBACK:
3-1. Effie O. RAILSBACK, born 1872/73, Vigo County, Indiana.
3-2. child RAILSBACK, died young.
3-3. Tilden RAILSBACK, born 9 Jan 1877, Vigo County, Indiana.
3-4. Lucinda RAILSBACK, born 1878/79, Vigo County, Indiana.
3-5. child RAILSBACK,
3-6. child RAILSBACK,
3-7. Flossie RAILSBACK, born Sep 1886, Vigo or Sullivan County, Indiana.
3-8. Gertrude RAILSBACK, born Apr 1887, Vigo or Sullivan County, Indiana.
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Tilden Railsback
of
Sullivan County, Indiana
Tilden RAILSBACK, born 9 Jan 1877, son of Ellis D. and Martha Elizabeth (COPPLE) RAILSBACK. He died 27 Mar 1945. They are buried at West Lawn Cemetery, Farmersburg, Indiana.
Tilden married Rosa Bell FRAKES 23 Jan 1896. born 29 Jun 1878, daughter of William and Martha Ann (McGLONE) FRAKES. She died 27 Mar 1945, Sullivan County, Indiana.
On 2 June 1900, the census shows Tilden and Rosa B. RAILSBACK living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was their daughter Esther Nov 1898. Rosa had given birth to 2 children and only 1 was living at time of census.
On 5 May 1910, the census shows Tilden (33) and Rose B. (31) RAILSBACK living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were children Lois M. RAILSBACK age 5 and Lawrence RAILSBACK age 1. Rosa had given birth to 4 children with w living. Tilden was a farmer. They owned his farm free of morgage.
On 12 Sep 1918, Tilden's Military Registration Card has, Tilden RAILSBACK age 41, born 9 Jan 1877. He was living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. His nearest relative was Rosa Bell RAILSBACK. He was medium height and stout with dark blue eyes and dard brown hair.
On 1 Jan 1920, the census shows Tilden (42) and Rosa B. (40) RAILSBACK living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was Lois M. RAILSBACK age 15 and Lawrence RAILSBACK age 11. Tilden was a Retail Grocery Merchant. They owned their own home free of morgage.
On 2 Apr 1930, the census shows Tilden (53) and Rose B. (51) RAILSBACK living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was their son Larence RAILSBACK age 21. Tilden was 18 and Rosa 16 when they married. Tilden was a farm laborer. They owned their own home, valued at $3,500.00. They lived next to Rose's nephew Herschel and Nellie HALL.
In 1930, Aunt Rosa and Uncle Tilden visited my grandfather, their nephew, William Philip FRAKES, in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. Family photo was taken.
In 1942, Tilden was in an insane asylum in Evansville, Indiana.
Children of Tilden and Rosa Bell (FRAKES) TILDEN:
3-3-1. Lura L. RAILSBACK, born 28 Jun 1896. Died before 2 Jun1900.
3-3-2. Lurrie RAILSBACK, born 19 Jul 1897. Died 25 Aug 1898.
3-3-3. Esther RAILSBACK, born 27 Nov 1898. She died before 1910.
3-3-4. Lois Marie RAILSBACK, born 13 Nov 1904, Sullivan County, Indiana.
She married Palmer Everett THORN. (See #3-3-4 following)
3-3-5. Lawrence RAILSBACK, born 5 Aug 1908, Sullivan County, Indiana. He died 11 Dec 1979, Sullivan County, Indiana, buried Odd Fellows Cemetery, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Lawrence married Dorothy PADGETT.
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#3-3-4
Lois Marie Railsback
Thorne
of
Sullivan County, Indiana
Lois Marie RAILSBACK, born 13 Nov 1904, Sullivan County, Indiana. She died Jan 1972. Last place of residence was Columbia, Adair County, Kentucky.
She married Palmer Everett THORNE, after Aug 1924. He was born 16 Jun 1895, Indiana, son of James B. and Una (___?___) THORNE. Palmer died 8 Jul 1939, Indiana.
On 5 Jun 1917, Palmer's Military Registration Card has, Everett Palmer THORN age 21, born 16 Jun 1895, near Grayville, Indiana. He was living in Shelburn, Indiana. He was a self-employed farmer near Fairbanks, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was single, but was shown to be supporting his parents and one sister. He was medium in height and stout with light blue eyes and dark brown hair. He signed the card Palmer E. THORN.
On 12 Apr 1930, the census shows Palmer and Lois THORNE living in Fairbanks, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was their son Richard age 7. Palmer worked in the oil field.
Son of Palmer Everett and Lois Marie (RAILSBACK) THORNE:
3-3-4-1. Richard E. THORNE, born 26 Jun 1922, Indiana. Richard died 17 Dec 1973.
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#4
Amanda J. Copple
Julian Frakes
of
Vigo and Sullivan Counties, Indiana
Amanda J. COPPLE, born 9 Aug 1856, Vigo County, Indiana, daughter of Philip and Lucinda (MOORE) COPPLE.
Amanda married 1st John W. JULIAN 8 Jan 1874, Vigo County, Indiana. John was born 1839/40, Indiana.
Amanda married 2nd William FRAKES 29 Dec 1889, Vigo County, Indiana. He was born 4 Nov 1835, Prairie Creek Township, Vigo County, Indiana, son of Jonathan H. and Sarah (McGLONE) FRAKES (See Chapter 14 of Frakes Genealogy). He died 31 Jan 1916, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He is buried at Friendship Baptist Church, Sullivan County, Indiana. William's 1st wife was Martha Ann McGLONE, sister of Joseph A. McGLONE, who married Amanda's sister Mary Eliza COPPLE.
On 8 Jun 1880, the census shows John W. (40) and Amanda J. (26) JULIAN living in Jackson Township, Putnam County, Indiana. With them was their daughter Inez M. JULIAN age 1. John was a Dry Goods Merchant.
On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows William (64) and Amanda J. (43) FRAKES were living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. William was born Nov 1835, IN. Amanda was born Aug 1856, IN. With them were Amanda's sons from previous marriage, Adva JULIAN age 22, born Aug 1877; and Herschel JULIAN age 17, born Dec 1882. Also with them was William and Amanda's son Lemmie FRAKES age 8, born Oct 1891. Amanda had given birth to 3 children with all still living. William was a farmer. He owned his farm free of morgage. They were living next to William's son Frank and his wife who was Amanda's niece.
On 29 Apr 1910, the census shows William (75) and Amanda J. (53) FRAKES living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Illinois. With them was their son Lemmie FRAKES age 18. They owned their farm free of morgage.
On 5 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Amanda J. FRAKES age 63 living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. With her was her granddaughter Mildred M. JULIAN age 10. She owned her own home free of morgage.
(Note: It is William FRAKES's grandson, William Philip "Bill" FRAKES, son of Francis Marion "Chub" FRAKES, who settled in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. Bill had children William Randoph "Bill" FRAKES, Philip Howard "Phil" FRAKES and Julianne May (FRAKES) THURMAN. Phil was my father.)
Sons of John W. and Mahala Ann (COPPLE) JULIAN:
4-1. Adva JULIAN, born 21 Aug 1877, Indiana.
Adva married Grace ___?___ .
On 12 Sep 1918, Adva's Military Registration Card has, Adva JULIAN age 41, born 21 Aug 1877. Was living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was a bridge carpenter. His nearest relative was Grace JULIAN. He was medium build and height with light brown eyes and dark brown hair.
4-2. Herschel JULIAN, born Dec 1882, Indiana.
Son of William and Mahala Ann (COPPLE)(JULIAN) FRAKES:
4-3. Lemuel Lester "Lemmie" "Lem" FRAKES, born 6 Oct 1891, Sullivan County, Indiana. He died 1952, Orlando, Orange County, Florida.
On 5 June 1919, Lem's Military Registration Card has, Lemuel Lester FRAKES age 25, born 6 Oct 1891, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was a coal miner working the the mine in Pimento, Vigo County, Indiana. He was supporting his mother and niece. He was medium build and height with gray eyes and light color hair.
On 7 Jan 1920, the census shows Lem FRAKES age 28 living in a boarding house in Detroit, Michigan. He was single. He was working in the auto factory.
On 5 Apr 1930, the census shows Lem FRAKES age 38 living in Orlando, Orange County, Florida. He was single. He was at a rooming house. He was superintendent of maintanance department of public schools.
Lem never married.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Census Records. (Note: I've transcribed all census records with mistakes of spelling and dates, etc., as to be accurate to the original record.)
***United States Social Security Records.
***U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900.
***Marriage Records of Indiana and Illinois.
***Military Records of the United States.
***United States Public Records Index.
***Brinkerhoff’s History of Marion County Illinois - 1909
***History of Clinton and Marion Counties, Illinois - 1881.
***Kinmundy Express - Gleanings of the Kinmundy Express by Dolores Ford Mobley - http://www.ford-mobley.com/dafm/gleanings_from1.htm
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records.
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Additions and Corrections Greatly Appreciated
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Compiled by
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
8 January 2009
Copyright © 1991-2009 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
The
Copple Family
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Surnames In Chapter 1
Philip and Patsy Ann (Wright) Copple
Philip and Elizabeth (Reed) Copple
Washington County, Indiana
Bare, Blalock, Copple, Hanger, Harmon, Moore, Reed, Sutherland, Townsend, Wright.
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Surnames In Chapter 2
Levi and Lucinda (Harmon) Copple
Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana
Marion County, Illinois Branch of the Family
Ambuehl, Beckwith, Black, Blackburn, Blaides, Borcherding, Burkett, Burroughs, Cavalieri, Combs, Copple, Davis, Darnell, Durnill, Eddings, Erickson, Fairn, Grace, Grindl, Hamilton, Hicks, Hollon, Jourdan, Kleenmann, Klutts, Lawrence, Malorey, Miller, Nenrath, Perry, Robison, Sander, Scott, Sharrow, Sherrow, Vinson, Tackett, Waggoner, Wayman, Weaver, Weiss, Wells, Windhorst, Wood, Wooldridge, Wright.
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Surnames In Chapter 3
Philip and Lucinda (Moore) Copple
Sullivan County, Indiana
Copple, Dickey, Frakes, Hall, Hanger, Harmon, Hook, Johnson, Julian, McGlone, Moore, Railsback, Thorne, Thurman, Wright.
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Compiled by
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
8 January 2009
Copyright © 1991-2009 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.