Maurice Tomlinson1,2

M, #3391, b. 1 April 1909, d. 25 February 1980
FatherJoseph M. Tomlinson3 b. c 1887
MotherMabel Bolton3 b. c 1888
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Birth*1 April 1909 Maurice Tomlinson was born on 1 April 1909 at Bustleton Pike, Philadelphia, PA.4 
 He was the son of Joseph M. Tomlinson and Mabel Bolton.3 
(with Parents) Census 191019 April 1910 He was living wih his parents Joseph M. Tomlinson and Mabel Bolton on 19 April 1910. The family was residing at Somerton Pike, Philadelphia, PA.3 
(with Parents) Census 19302 April 1930 By 2 April 1930, the family had moved to Philadelphia, PA. Maurice was an automobile salesman.5 
Marriage*28 June 1938 He married Florence M. Rorer, daughter of Robert Pattersen Rorer and Elsie R Harding, on 28 June 1938 at Manhattan, New York City, NY.6,2 
Census 1940*9 April 1940 By 9 April 1940, Maurice and Florence were living with their infant daughter at 4001 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, with Maurice's parents.7 
Occupation* He was the owner of the funeral home of J. Maurice Tomlinson at 2207 Bristol Pike, Cornwells Heights, Bucks, PA.8 
Death*25 February 1980 He died on 25 February 1980 at Collier, FL, at age 70.9 
Burial* He was buried at Thompson Memorial Cemetery, New Hope, Bucks, PA.10 

Family

Florence M. Rorer b. 22 May 1916, d. 5 Feb 1999
Child
  • Florence H. Tomlinson7

Citations

  1. [S992] The Daily Intelligencer, 15 Aug 1951.
  2. [S1557] New York City, Marriage License Indexes, 1907-1995: License #13568 (accessed 07 Oct 2017).
  3. [S1563] 1910 U.S. census, Philadelphia, PA, population schedule, Ward 35, E.D.850 , page 4A, dwelling 56, family 51, www.Ancestry.com (accessed 10 Sep 2017).
  4. [S1565] J. Maurice Tomlinson, Pennsylvania, Birth Records 1906-1910 certificate #64617 (accessed 10 Oct 2017).
  5. [S1564] 1930 U.S.census, Philadelphia, PA, population schedule, Ward 35, E.D.51-981, page 1A, dwelling 4, family 4.
  6. [S602] Social Security Death Index, online http://ancestry.com, SSN 207426614 (accessed 07 Oct 2017).
  7. [S1560] 1940 U.S.census, Philadelphia, PA, population schedule, Ward 35, Block 5, page 8A, dwelling 136.
  8. [S1562] The Bristol Daily Courier, 18 Oct 1965, page 24, www.newspapers.com (accessed 09 Oct 2017).
  9. [S1566] Florida Death Index, 1877-1998, online Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com), (accessed 10 Oct 2017).
  10. [S1097] Find a Grave Index 1600's-Current, online www.findagrave.com, Memorial #67270607 (accessed 10 Oct 2017).

Edwin Lester Downing

M, #3401, b. 11 August 1917, d. 3 March 1967
Major Edwin Downing. Photo by Nicole Downing on www.findagrave.com
FatherEdwin R. Downing b. 20 Sep 1873, d. 24 Dec 1951
MotherSadie Smith b. 22 Aug 1885, d. 8 Jun 1920
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Birth*11 August 1917 Edwin Lester Downing was born on 11 August 1917 in Canton, IL.1 
 He was the son of Edwin R. Downing and Sadie Smith. 
(with Parents) Census 19202 January 1920 He appeared on the 1920 Federal Census of Canton, Fulton, IL, in the household of his parents.2 
(with Parents) Census 193018 April 1930 Twelve year old Edwin appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of Harris Township, Fulton, IL, in the household of his father and stepmother, Edwin and Lilly S. Phelps. He was attending school.3 
(Child with parents) Census 194016 April 1940 On 16 April 1940, Edwin Lester Downing resided with his father and stepmother, Edwin and Lilly, at Harris Township farm area, Fulton, IL. He had completed tenth grade and had worked 48 hours as a carpenter' assistant with a railroad bridge gang.4 
Milit-Beg*30 September 1942 He began military service on 30 September 1942 at Peoria, IL. He had three years of high school and was single without dependents. His civilian occupation was unskilled foundry occupations. He was 71 inches tall and weighed 163 pounds.5 
Military* He attained the rank of Major, Battery A, Artillery Battalion and served in World War II and Korea.6
Major Downing's tombstone at the Sunset Memorial Gardens, Lawton, OK. Photo by Trapper John on www.findagrave.com.
Death*3 March 1967 He died on 3 March 1967 at age 49.1 
Burial* He was buried at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Lawton, Comanche, OK.7 

Citations

  1. [S1435] Nicole Downing, "Rorer/Downing email," e-mail to Louise Rorer Rosett, 24 Mar 2017.
  2. [S1611] 1920 U.S. census, Fulton, Il, population schedule, Canton Township, Ward 4, E.D. 76, page 1A, dwelling 7, family 7.
  3. [S1573] 1930 U.S. census, Fulton, IL, population schedule, Harris Township, E.D. 0030, page 4A, dwelling 70, family 70.
  4. [S1572] 1940 U.S. census, Fulton, IL, population schedule, Harris Township, E.D. 29-30, page 7A, household 134.
  5. [S1580] Edwin L. Downing, U.S., World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946, www.ancestry.com (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  6. [S1097] Find a Grave Index 1600's-Current, online www.findagrave.com, Memorial # 64162847 (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  7. [S1097] Find a Grave Index 1600's-Current, online www.findagrave.com, Memorial #64162847 (accessed 13 Jan 2018).

Helen M. Downing

F, #3403, b. 12 March 1907, d. April 1968
FatherEdwin R. Downing b. 20 Sep 1873, d. 24 Dec 1951
MotherSadie Smith b. 22 Aug 1885, d. 8 Jun 1920
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Birth*12 March 1907 Helen M. Downing was born on 12 March 1907 in IL.1 
 She was the daughter of Edwin R. Downing and Sadie Smith. 
(with Parents) Census 191028 April 1910 She appeared on the 1910 Federal Census of Joshua Township, Fulton, IL, in the household of her parents, Edwin R. Downing and Sadie Smith.2 
(with Parents) Census 19202 January 1920 She appeared on the 1920 Federal Census of Canton, Fulton, IL, in the household of her parents, Edwin and Sadie. She was twelve years old and attending school.3 
Marriage*circa 1925 She married Clyde Mittler circa 1925.4 
Census 1930*April 1930 Helen and Clyde appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of 516 Third Street, Peoria, Peoria, IL, enumerated April 1930. They lived in a rented house and had a radio. Clyde was a machinist at a tractor factory.4 
Marriage*18 June 1938 She married Axel J. Faginkrantz, son of Albert Faginkrantz and Hanna Anderson, on 18 June 1938 at Davenport, IA. This was a second marriage for both the bride and groom. Helen was a resident of Peoria, Il at the time of the marriage and 32 years old. Witnesses were Bertha C. Young and Eleanor Aikison.5 
Death*April 1968 She died in April 1968 at Hayward, Sawyer, WI, at age 61.1 

Family 1

Clyde Mittler b. c 1899

Family 2

Axel J. Faginkrantz b. 25 Sep 1892, d. Jan 1969

Citations

  1. [S602] Social Security Death Index, online http://ancestry.com, (accessed 13 Jan 2018), SSN: 329-05-1913.
  2. [S1574] 1910 U.S. census, Fulton, IL, population schedule, Joshua Township, E.D. 89, page 6A, dwelling 113, family 113.
  3. [S1611] 1920 U.S. census, Fulton, Il, population schedule, Canton Township, Ward 4, E.D. 76, page 1A, dwelling 7, family 7.
  4. [S1577] 1930 U.S. census, Peoria, IL, population schedule, Peoria, E.D. 72-72, page 22A, dwelling 11, family 11.
  5. [S1612] Iowa, Marriage Records, 1880-1940 for Axel J. Faginkrantz: (accessed 13 Jan 2018).

Clyde Mittler

M, #3405, b. circa 1899
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Birth*circa 1899 Clyde Mittler was born circa 1899 in Montana.1 
Marriage*circa 1925 He married Helen M. Downing, daughter of Edwin R. Downing and Sadie Smith, circa 1925.1 
Census 1930*April 1930 Clyde and Helen appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of 516 Third Street, Peoria, Peoria, IL, enumerated April 1930. They lived in a rented house and had a radio. Clyde was a machinist at a tractor factory.1 

Family

Helen M. Downing b. 12 Mar 1907, d. Apr 1968

Citations

  1. [S1577] 1930 U.S. census, Peoria, IL, population schedule, Peoria, E.D. 72-72, page 22A, dwelling 11, family 11.

Axel J. Faginkrantz

M, #3406, b. 25 September 1892, d. January 1969
FatherAlbert Faginkrantz
MotherHanna Anderson
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Birth*25 September 1892 Axel J. Faginkrantz was born on 25 September 1892 in Ottumwa, IA.1 
 He was the son of Albert Faginkrantz and Hanna Anderson. 
Marriage*18 June 1938 He married Helen M. Downing, daughter of Edwin R. Downing and Sadie Smith, on 18 June 1938 at Davenport, IA. This was a second marriage for both the bride and groom. Helen was a resident of Peoria, Il at the time of the marriage and 32 years old. Witnesses were Bertha C. Young and Eleanor Aikison.2 
Occupation*18 June 1938 He was a grain dealer on 18 June 1938.2 
Death*January 1969 He died in January 1969 at Hayward, Sawyer, WI, at age 76.3 

Family

Helen M. Downing b. 12 Mar 1907, d. Apr 1968

Citations

  1. [S1234] U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942, online Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com), Axel Julius Faginkrantz (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  2. [S1612] Iowa, Marriage Records, 1880-1940 for Axel J. Faginkrantz: (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  3. [S602] Social Security Death Index, online http://ancestry.com, (accessed 13 Jan 2018), SSN 348-01-9365.

LaMar V. Whitworth

M, #3410, b. 10 April 1900
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Birth*10 April 1900 LaMar V. Whitworth was born on 10 April 1900 in Hillsboro, IL.1 
Marriage*21 April 1929 He married Margaret Rorer, daughter of Clinton L. Rorer and Susie L. (Unknown), on 21 April 1929 at Logan, OK.2 
Census 1930*11 April 1930 LaMar and Margaret appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of 317R Apple Street, Wewoka, Seminiole, OK, enumerated 11 April 1930.3 
Census 1940*12 April 1940 By 12 April 1940, LaMar and Margaret had moved to 1019 Cook Street, Denver, CO. Their children Joan and Suzanne were living with them. LaMar was a guard at the mint and had completed 8th grade. He worked 40 hours in the prior week and was employed 52 weeks in 1939. His salary was $1680. Margaret had completed two years of college. The familly was living in rented house which they occupied in 1935.4 

Family

Margaret Rorer b. c 1908
Children
  • Joan Whitworth
  • Suzanne Whitworth

Citations

  1. [S1234] U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942, online Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com), for Lamar V. Whitworth (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  2. [S1614] Oklahoma, County Marriages, 1890-1995 for Margaret Rorer, online www.ancestry.com.
  3. [S1584] 1930 U.S. census, Seminole, OK, population schedule, Wewoka, Ward 2, E.D. 67-31, page 11B, dwelling 233, family 301.
  4. [S1583] 1940 U.S. census, Denver, CO, population schedule, Denver, Ward L, E.D. 16-145, page 9B, home visited 202.

Emma Jane Rorer

F, #3413, b. 10 September 1911, d. 24 May 1992
FatherClaude D. Rorer b. 11 Aug 1878, d. 30 Oct 1937
MotherBlanche Clark b. 18 Dec 1880
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Birth*10 September 1911 Emma Jane Rorer was born on 10 September 1911 in Shannon, OK.1 
 She was the daughter of Claude D. Rorer and Blanche Clark. 
(with Parents) Census 192013-14 Jan 1920 By 13-14 Jan 1920, she had moved to 1910 University Street, Eugene City, Lane, OR with her family.2 
(Witness) Travel2 June 1924 She was included in the passport of her mother.1 
(Witness) Travel19 March 1925 She travelled from Cherbourg on the ship Arabic and arrived in New York on 19 March 1925. Her mother and older sister accompanied her.3 
(Witness) Travel6 January 1930 She joined her parents on the trip on the SS Resolute sailing from New York to San Francisco, 06 Jan 1930 thtrough 10 May 1930.4 
(with Parents) Census 193012-15th Apr 1930 She appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of Eugene, Lane, OR, in the household of her parents, Claude D. Rorer and Blanche Clark.5 
Marriage* She married Ralph Clifton Cave.6 
Travel*30 September 1939 Emma and Ralph traveled from Havana, Cuba to New Orleans on 30 September 1939. They sailed on the ship Toloa.7 
Residence*1944 In 1944, Emma lived at 1022 S. Westmoreland Ave, Los Angeles, CA. She was working as a saleslady and was a registered Republican.8 

Family

Ralph Clifton Cave b. 2 Jun 1910, d. 22 May 1943

Citations

  1. [S1619] U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925 for Blanche C. Rorer, online www.ancestry.com, Application #431211 (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  2. [S1638] 1920 U.S. census, Lane, OR, population schedule, Eugene City, E.D. 2-45, page 13A, dwelling 76, family 77.
  3. [S1594] New York, Passenger Lists, 1820-1957 for Sarah Rorer, online www.ancestry.com.
  4. [S1585] California, Passenger and Crew Lists, 1882-1959 for Claude D. Rorer, San Francisco, 1893-1953, online www.ancestry.com.
  5. [S1616] 1930 U.S. census, Lane, OR, population schedule, Eugene, E.D. 20-32, page 6A, dwelling 107, family 108.
  6. [S1620] Ralph C. Cave, State Board of Health of Missouri, (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  7. [S1621] New Orleans, Passenger Lists 1813-1963 for Ralph Clifton Cave, online www.ancestry.com, (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  8. [S1622] California, Voter Registrations, 1900-1968 for Mrs. Emma Jane Cave, online www.ancestry.com, (accessed 13 Jan 2018).

Sally Crawford Rorer

F, #3414, b. 17 May 1907, d. 24 December 1986
FatherClaude D. Rorer b. 11 Aug 1878, d. 30 Oct 1937
MotherBlanche Clark b. 18 Dec 1880
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Birth*17 May 1907 Sally Crawford Rorer was born on 17 May 1907 in OK.1 
 She was the daughter of Claude D. Rorer and Blanche Clark. 
(with Parents) Census 191030 April 1910 She appeared on the 1910 Federal Census of Shawnee, Pottawatomi, OK, in the household of her parents, Blanche and Claude.2 
(with Parents) Census 192013-14 Jan 1920 By 13-14 Jan 1920, she had moved to 1910 University Street, Eugene City, Lane, OR with her family.3 
Education*1924 In 1924, Sally was a senior at Eugene High School. The Senior Horoscope in the school's yeabook described Sally as "slender". Her "hobby" was kidding teachers.4 
(Witness) Travel2 June 1924 Seventeen year old Sally was included in the passport application of her mother to tour and study in seven European countries.5 
(Witness) Travel19 March 1925 She travelled from Cherbourg on the ship Arabic and arrived in New York on 19 March 1925. Her mother and younger sister accompanied her.6 
Education1927 She was listed as a member of the Class of 1929 at the University of Oregon, Eugene, OR in the 1927 Oregana. While she attended the University, she joined Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and the Spurs Club, an Equestrian Organization.7 
Marriage*circa 1928 She married Deane H. Dickason circa 1928.8 
Travel*21 September 1929 Sally and Deane left the port of San Francisco on 21 September 1929, sailing to Japan, China, Phillipines, French Indo China, Siam, Federated Malay States, Java, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, American Samoa, and the Hawaiian Islands, returning on 20 Dec 1929 to San Francisco.9 
(with Parents) Census 193012-15th Apr 1930 She appeared as Sarah R Dickason on the 1930 Federal Census of Eugene, Lane, OR, in the household of her parents, Claude and Blanche. Her husband was also a member of the household.8 
Travel30 September 1934 Sally and Deane departed on 30 September 1934 from San Francisco, CA on the ship Santa Lucia and arrived in NY on 22 Oct 1934.10 
Occupation*20 January 1935 On 20 January 1935, Sally Dickason, wife of the educational director of cruises, was featured in The Charleston Daily News, Charleston, WV providing tips on clothing needed for a water cruise.11 
Travel26 May 1935  (an unknown value.)10 
Travel*6 February 1936 They departed on 6 February 1936 from San Francisco, CA and arrived at Honlulu, HI on 13 Feb 1936 sailing on the Maholo.10 
Marriage* Apparently the marriage to Deane Dickason ended. On the California Death Index, Sally Crawford Rorer had married (?) Martin.1 
Death*24 December 1986 She died at age 79 of carcinoma of the left lung on 24 December 1986 at Hoag Memorial Hospital, Newport Beach. She had been residing at 1023 Granville, Newport Beach, Orange, CA. Her sister, Emma Jane Crary, of 1311 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar, CA provided the information on the death certificate.1 
Burial*26 December 1986 She was creamated on 26 December 1986 at the Pasadena Crematorium, Altodena, CA.1 

Family 1

Deane H. Dickason b. 23 Jun 1898, d. 12 Nov 1953

Family 2

(?) Martin

Citations

  1. [S1601] Sally Crawford Martin, Certificate of Death.
  2. [S1592] 1910 U.S. census, Pottawatomie, OK, population schedule, Shawnee, Ward 6, E.D. 227, page 6B, dwelling 128, family 129.
  3. [S1638] 1920 U.S. census, Lane, OR, population schedule, Eugene City, E.D. 2-45, page 13A, dwelling 76, family 77.
  4. [S1595] U.S., School Yearbooks, 1880-2013 for Sarah Rorer, online www.ancestry.com.
  5. [S1619] U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925 for Blanche C. Rorer, online www.ancestry.com, Application #431211 (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  6. [S1594] New York, Passenger Lists, 1820-1957 for Sarah Rorer, online www.ancestry.com.
  7. [S1629] U.S. School Yearbooks, 1880-2012, Yearbook Title: Oregana, Year: 1927, online www.ancestry.com, (acessed 14 Jan 2018).
  8. [S1616] 1930 U.S. census, Lane, OR, population schedule, Eugene, E.D. 20-32, page 6A, dwelling 107, family 108.
  9. [S1628] California, Passenger and Crew Lists, 1882-1959 for Deane Dickason, San Francisxco , 1893-1953, online www.ancestry.com, (acessed 14 Jan 2018).
  10. [S1599] New York, Passenger Lists, 1820-1957 for Sally Dickason, online www.ancestry.com.
  11. [S1600] The Charleston Daily Mail, 20 Jan 1935, page 3.

Deane H. Dickason

M, #3415, b. 23 June 1898, d. 12 November 1953
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Birth*23 June 1898 Deane H. Dickason was born on 23 June 1898 in Granada, CO.1 
Marriage*circa 1928 He married Sally Crawford Rorer, daughter of Claude D. Rorer and Blanche Clark, circa 1928.2 
Travel*21 September 1929 Deane and Sally left the port of San Francisco on 21 September 1929, sailing to Japan, China, Phillipines, French Indo China, Siam, Federated Malay States, Java, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, American Samoa, and the Hawaiian Islands, returning on 20 Dec 1929 to San Francisco.3  
(Other) Census 193012-15th Apr 1930 He appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of Eugene, Lane, OR, in the household of his in-laws, Claude D. Rorer and Blanche Clark. 35 year old Deane was employed as a lecturer on a ship.2 
Travel30 September 1934 Deane and Sally departed on 30 September 1934 from San Francisco, CA on the ship Santa Lucia and arrived in NY on 22 Oct 1934.4 
Travel26 May 1935 Deane and Sally arrived in port of New York, NY on 26 May 1935 while sailing on the ship Resolute. They had departed from New York on 12 Jan 1935.4 
Marriage* He married Mary (?)1 
Death*12 November 1953 He died on 12 November 1953 at Queen May Hospital, Pokfulum, Hong Kong, at age 55. He died from an intracranial hemorrhage and fracture of the skull. His residence at the time of death was 861 Sutter Street San Francisco, CA. His remains were cremated at the Diamond Hill Crematorium, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The ashes were shipped to the United States in the custody of his widow, Mrs. Mary W. Dickason.1 
Burial* His ashes were buried at Garden/Section: H Row/Tier: TIER 5, Cypress Lawn Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo, CA.5 

Family 1

Sally Crawford Rorer b. 17 May 1907, d. 24 Dec 1986

Family 2

Mary (?)

Citations

  1. [S1597] Reports of Deaths of American Citizens Abroad, 1835-1974 for Deane Henry Dickason, online www.ancestry.com.
  2. [S1616] 1930 U.S. census, Lane, OR, population schedule, Eugene, E.D. 20-32, page 6A, dwelling 107, family 108.
  3. [S1628] California, Passenger and Crew Lists, 1882-1959 for Deane Dickason, San Francisxco , 1893-1953, online www.ancestry.com, (acessed 14 Jan 2018).
  4. [S1599] New York, Passenger Lists, 1820-1957 for Sally Dickason, online www.ancestry.com.
  5. [S1097] Find a Grave Index 1600's-Current, online www.findagrave.com, Deane Henry Dickason, Memorial #87592007 (accessed 19 Jan 2018).

Ralph Clifton Cave1,2

M, #3420, b. 2 June 1910, d. 22 May 1943
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Birth*2 June 1910 Ralph Clifton Cave was born on 2 June 1910 in St. Louis, MO.1 
Marriage* He married Emma Jane Rorer, daughter of Claude D. Rorer and Blanche Clark.1 
Travel*30 September 1939 Ralph and Emma traveled from Havana, Cuba to New Orleans on 30 September 1939. They sailed on the ship Toloa.2 
Death*22 May 1943 He died on 22 May 1943 at 35 Fair Oaks, Clayton, St. Louis, MO, at age 32.1 

Family

Emma Jane Rorer b. 10 Sep 1911, d. 24 May 1992

Citations

  1. [S1620] Ralph C. Cave, State Board of Health of Missouri, (accessed 13 Jan 2018).
  2. [S1621] New Orleans, Passenger Lists 1813-1963 for Ralph Clifton Cave, online www.ancestry.com, (accessed 13 Jan 2018).